Tue 3 Jan 2023 | 02:09
Siya Kolisi to join new club following 2023 World Cup

Siya Kolisi has agreed to join Racing 92 at the end of the 2023 World Cup.

A statement from the French side reads: “Racing 92 is very pleased to announce the signing of Siya Kolisi. He is committed until 2026 and will join Ciel et Blanc at the end of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. This signing is part of a broader long-term collaboration agreement between the Racing 92 and Cell C Sharks clubs.

“Different areas have been defined, including an exchange of skills in rugby schools, training centres and the respective professional teams. Beyond the exceptional player, the captain of the world champion South African national team, Siya Kolisi, is known for his commitment to education and social cohesion.

“He has become a real source of inspiration through all the societal actions and leads beyond the field of play. With his arrival at the club after the 2023 World Cup, Racing 92 are proud to have in its ranks an athlete committed to society. It is therefore quite natural that the club, already invested in solidarity initiatives, will join the initiatives it leads.”

Speaking to his followers on Twitter, Kolisi has expressed the importance of spending time with his family, which has made a big impact in his decision.

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