Siya Kolisi
Springboks rally from red card to beat France 32-17
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Despite being reduced to 14 men after a halftime red card, South Africa's Springboks staged a comeback to defeat France 32-17 in Paris on November 8, 2025. The victory marked captain Siya Kolisi's 100th Test cap. France led early with two tries from Damian Penaud, but the Springboks dominated the final quarter with 19 unanswered points.
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi will reach his 100th Test cap when South Africa faces France at Stade de France on Saturday. Former coach Jacques Nienaber expresses surprise and joy at the milestone, having expected Kolisi to retire from internationals after the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The match pits a veteran Bok side against a younger French team seeking revenge for a past defeat.
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Siya Kolisi, captain of the Springboks, will achieve a milestone by earning his 100th Test cap when leading South Africa against France in Paris on Saturday. The match marks a significant moment in his remarkable career against the odds. Daily Maverick invites fans to send messages of support for inclusion in a special article.