Springboks edge Argentina as Siya Kolisi limps off with a recurring hamstring injury
South Africa's rugby team, the Springboks, narrowly defeated Argentina 17-10 in a test match. The victory was marred by a recurring hamstring injury to captain Siya Kolisi.
Why it matters
The injury to a high-profile athlete impacts team strategy and fan expectations for upcoming international tournaments.
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — South Africa scraped past Argentina 17-10 in test rugby at the possible expense of inspirational captain Siya Kolisi on Saturday.
Kolisi trudged off in the 25th minute of his first match in seven weeks after damaging his hamstring. He may be a doubt to lead the Springboks back home against New Zealand in two weeks in the opening test of the blockbuster Greatest Rivalry series.
"I hurt my hamstring again unfortunately," he said. "It's tough but I can't be sad about it. There's nothing I can do but go in for a scan and see how long I'm out for."
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