Steven Kitshoff

Steven Kitshoff

athlete South Africa

South African rugby player Steven Kitshoff has made headlines following his retirement due to a serious neck injury sustained during a Currie Cup match. The 33-year-old prop, who was a key member of the South African national team that won the Rugby World Cup in both 2019 and 2023, revealed that he was perilously close to a life-threatening situation. With 83 international caps, Kitshoff has enjoyed a distinguished career, starting with the Stormers and also playing for Ulster and Bordeaux. His dedication and work ethic earned him immense respect from teammates and coaches alike, marking him as a true ambassador for South African rugby.

Born on Sep 01, 1991 (33 years old)

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Ireland Ireland: Steven Kitshoff has been forced to retire from the game because of a serious neck problem. 5

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Steven Kitshoff retires after injury left him ‘two millimetres from death’ – The Irish Times

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Steven Kitshoff has been forced to retire from rugby after suffering a serious neck injury. 5

BBC: Steven Kitshoff: South Africa double World Cup winner retires with neck injury