South Africa’s Springbok stars are worth a lot, given their dominance over world rugby in recent years. It is no surprise that top Springbok players are paid well.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has decided to take a pay cut when he joins the Stormers. This means South Africa could soon have a new highest-paid local Springbok star. Kolisi is currently the highest-paid local player.
Springboks Captain Takes A Pay Cut
Siya Kolisi is on his way to the Stormers, but coach John Dobson says this is not for financial gain. John Dobson stated on Stormers TV, “Siya was desperate to come back and made a massive financial sacrifice to be here.” Dobson added, “He said, ‘all I want to do is play for the Stormers and come back to Cape Town'”.
This shows Kolisi’s character and his connection to Cape Town and his former side. As reported, the Springbok captain is currently the highest-paid local player, earning more than R19.5 million annually.
A New Top Earner In South African Rugby
Springbok and Sharks lock Eben Etzebeth is currently the second highest-paid player in South Africa, earning over R18 million per season. If Kolisi’s pay cut is substantial, Etzebeth could become the highest-paid Springbok in the country. His reported earnings are:
- Annual: R18 169 141,00
- Monthly: R1 514 095,08
- Weekly: R349 406,56
- Daily: R69 881,31
Etzebeth’s Chance To Become The Highest-Paid Springbok
Etzebeth’s earnings could soon surpass Kolisi’s, making him the highest-paid Springbok in South Africa. This would be a significant change in the rugby landscape.
