
Springboks winger Cheslin Kolbe suffered a broken jaw, with coach Rassie Erasmus confirming the injury, according to The South African. Kolbe's wife, Layla, addressed supporters following the news, thanking fans for their concerns and prayers and expressing her faith by saying 'God is in control'. The injury represents a setback for the Springboks, though further details on Kolbe's expected recovery timeline were not provided in the report.
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