Bongi Mbonambi
Bongi Mbonambi is a South African rugby union player who plays as a hooker for the national team, the Springboks. He gained attention during the 2023 Rugby World Cup when he was accused by England flanker Tom Curry of using a racial slur, a claim he denied, sparking discussions about race and sportsmanship in rugby.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,800 | $210,000 | 122$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,822,233 | 2,800 | $210,000 | 122$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
New Zealand:
Bok hooker Bongi Mbonambi knocked on when scoring a try – undetected by the TMO and the referee.
5
Ireland:
Bongi Mbonambi's try was the first points conceded by Leinster in a long time.
6
Ireland:
Bongi Mbonambi charged across for their first try.
7
Ireland:
Bongi Mbonambi is part of the powerful Springbok frontrow.
5
Australia:
Bongi Mbonambi was accused by Tom Curry of using discriminatory language during a match.
5