A clip of Siya Kolisi baring his butt – and flashing a pair of cheeky “Faf -style” underwear has had South Africans amused – and concerned. That’s because the rugby player – who sat out his usual position as Springboks captain over the weekend – is in the middle of a high-profile divorce from his wife, Rachel Kolisi.
But is it all fun and games for the popular player, or is Siya letting loose as a single man?
SIYA KOLISI BARES HIS BUTT AMID DIVORCE NEWS
On Sunday, 10 November, Eben Etzebeth led the Springboks as captain to a 32-15 victory against Scotland.
Despite being “benched” for the first time since 2019, Siya assured South Africans that the squad was committed to working as a team and not as individuals.
Following the game, Siya stopped to greet and take pictures with fans, as he usually does. However, the 33-year-old had Murrayfield spectators amused when he pulled down his rugby shorts to reveal his underwear.
Siya – who is a father of two – sported a pair of “Faffies” in the South African print flag.
“Siya Kolisi is a menace,” tweeted ESPN Africa alongside an image of the star.
Under the tweet, rugby fans claimed the captain’s move was “cringeworthy,” given his status as a Christian, and family man who is going through a public divorce.
@LatonZeca: “Imagine his kids at home watching that.”
@Lesego52290206: “It’s screaming I am single and available”
@lynneoak: “Disappointing behaviour from him, in my opinion.”
@Yvonne42126730: “The captain of the Springboks should act with more dignity. It’s so embarrassing!”
@Tokyo_Trev: “He is going to have the best time in the streets for a month, then it’s going to hit him in January.”
I don’t blame Rachel for divorce😂🤦 pic.twitter.com/N5eN5NXoz6
— Humble is the option ☠️ (@Chauke05) November 11, 2024
Siyaaa siyyaaaa 😩😩😩😩 pic.twitter.com/A3RDvV9xKH
— Mntshengise (@___Blessings___) November 11, 2024
His behavior is disgraceful
— Pat Els (@PatEls48413966) November 11, 2024
JUST HAVING FUN?
Although Siya Kolisi has admitted to heavy drinking, partying hard, and even infidelity, he is known for his banter with both his colleagues and the public.
And it’s not the first time he’s playfully interacted with the crowd.
Last year, Siya posted an Instagram Story of him signing the butt of a die-hard supporter’s swimming costume.
The costume – made by Australian brand Budgy Smuggler – boasted the South African flag across it. “Not again!” the captain captioned the clip, hinting at a previous too-close-for-comfort encounter.