Steven Kitshoff
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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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 2 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 5,186 | $5,100 | 5$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,264 | $2,700,000 | 726$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,180 | $210,000 | 95$ |
| Totals | 4 | 77,738,244 | 25,630 | $2,915,100 | 826$ |
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Ireland:
World Cup-winning prop Steven Kitshoff recently escaped death by all of 2mm.
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New Zealand:
Two-time World Cup-winning prop Steven Kitshoff retires due to neck injury.
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Ireland:
Steven Kitshoff has been forced to retire from the game because of a serious neck problem.
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United Kingdom:
Steven Kitshoff has been forced to retire from rugby after suffering a serious neck injury.
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