Thanks to his huge following, Springboks captain Siya Kolisi often makes headlines with his big wins on the pitch and his private life, too. No doubt, Springboks star Siya Kolisi’s failed marriage with Rachel Smith often takes all the spotlight.
In recent years, Siya Kolisi’s private life has made headlines, with his divorce from Rachel Smith attracting international attention in the sporting world.
A LOOK AT SPRINGBOKS STAR SIYA KOLISI’S FAILED MARRIAGE
Against the backdrop of the headlines, the publication has connected the dots on Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s love life. The two-time Rugby World Cup winner was married to Rachel Smith.
Siya Kolisi and Rachel Smith tied the knot at MolenVliet Wine Estate near Stellenbosch, South Africa, in August 2016. At the time of their wedding, the two already shared a son, Nicholas. They later welcomed their daughter Keziah.
Years later, Siya Kolisi and Rachel Smith adopted the Springboks’ two siblings. Siya Kolisi and Rachel Smith also adopted the Springboks’ two siblings, Liyema and Liphelo.
In October 2024, Siya Kolisi and Rachel made headlines after they announced their divorce. This came as a shocker, with many still trying to connect the dots behind their failed marriage.
Taking to Instagram, the couple shared a joint statement noting that their decision to split was mutual.
Part of the statement reads, “This decision comes from a place of love, respect and understanding that this is the best path forward for both of us.”
The two did not reveal reasons behind their fallout but acknowledged some of the challenges they faced as a couple.
However, they did reveal that they would still co-parent their four children and continue to share their workspace through their foundation.
CHEATING ALLEGATIONS
Siya Kolisi has been dragged into a string of cheating allegations. and the star often addresses some of the allegations.
‘I LOVE GIRLS’
Meanwhile, in an excerpt from Siya Kolisi’s autobiography Rise, the Springbok captain revealed that he had a weakness for women.
When he first met Rachel in 2012, he claimed, “I was young, still 20, and full of it. I loved rugby, I loved drinking, and I loved girls.”
Siya also admitted to being in a relationship with another woman when Rachel caught his eye.
NEW GIRLFRIEND
The rugby star is now in a relationship with a Dutch influencer, Rachel John. News of their relationship first made headlines when the two were spotted at a tennis match in Italy after Siya Kolisi’s divorce from Rachel Smith.
The two later went public with their affair and often trend whenever they post or get posted.
