
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has expressed his delight at returning to action after a difficult first half of 2026, during which he served a suspension and suffered an injury. Speaking about his comeback, Etzebeth said it was tough watching from the sidelines while unable to contribute to his team. The experienced second-row forward is now fit and back playing, marking the end of a frustrating period that kept him off the field for much of the year's opening months.
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