Rugby World Cup winner 2x — the smallest, fastest and most dangerous finisher in world rugby.
Cheslin Kolbe was born in Kraaifontein, near Cape Town, South Africa in 1993. At 5ft 9in he was considered too small for international rugby until his performances could not be ignored. He is of mixed Cape Malay and Dutch ancestry — his career representing the transformation of South African rugby's demographics. He scored tries in both the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cup Finals. His evasion ability — the sidestep at full pace, the ability to beat multiple defenders — is the finest in world rugby. He won two Rugby World Cups with the Springboks and the Top 14 with Toulouse. He is considered the most dangerous finisher in the game.
Rugby World Cup 2x (2019,2023)
Career Honours
- Rugby World Cup 2x (2019,2023)
- Pro14 Champion (Stormers)
- Top 14 Champion (Toulouse)