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South Africa prop Steven Kitshoff retires from all rugby because of a serious neck injury
- Steven Kitshoff announced his retirement from all rugby due to a serious neck injury, stating he was 'two millimeters' from death, according to his interview last year.
- Kitshoff played 83 tests for the Springboks and won back-to-back Rugby World Cups in 2019 and 2023.
- After sustaining the injury in a domestic game, a specialist advised there was a high risk of further injury if he continued playing, as reported by the Stormers.
- Bok coach Rassie Erasmus expressed sadness over Kitshoff's retirement, praising him for his hard work and contributions to the team.
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South Africa prop Steven Kitshoff retires from all rugby because of a serious neck injury
South Africa prop Steven Kitshoff has announced his retirement from all rugby because of a serious neck injury that he said in an interview last year left him “two millimeters”
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