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Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel recently met up with England’s captain Owen Farrell and his wife Georgie. Sharing a snap from the get-together, Kolisi noted that he looks forward to “having more of these.”
South Africans are familiar with Farrell, as he almost ended Mzansi’s hopes of back-to-back World Cups with a stellar performance in the semi-finals of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Following England’s dramatic World Cup exit at the hands of the Boks, Farrell announced his break from international rugby to focus on his mental health.
In a statement shared by Farrell’s club Saracens, it was revealed that the player would be taking time off to prioritise his and his family’s mental well-being.”
“Owen Farrell has decided to take a break from international rugby in order to prioritise his and his family’s mental well-being,” read the Saracens statement.
“This means he will not be available for selection for the 2024 Six Nations. He will continue to play for Saracens and captain the club. As always, Owen will have the full support of everyone at the club.”
However, recent reports suggest that Farrell is set to make his return to international rugby as part of a World XV that will take on France in Bilbao in June.
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