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Africa-Press<\/a> – South-Africa<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span>DURBAN – South African rugby remains on top of the world and can stay there for some time to come, believes Sbu Nkosi, the latest Springbok World Cup-winner to be signed by Roc Nation, the American talent agency that markets some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry.<\/p>\n

Roc Nation, founded by American rapper Jay-Z, is part of the New York-based consortium that bought a controlling interest in the Sharks, and their books already boast Springbok captain Siya Kolisi; arguably the world\u2019s most lethal winger in Cheslin Kolbe; the indomitable Tendai \u201cBeast Mtawarira; plus England\u2019s second-row phenomenon Maro Itoje.<\/p>\n

\u201cThose guys are legends of the game, those are some serious Hall of Famers,\u201d Nkosi said of his elevation into their elite company. I am honoured to be alongside such big names but with the excitement comes the responsibility of showcasing the game of rugby.\u201d<\/p>\n

ALSO READ: New coach Jacques Nienaber on camps: First time I\u2019ve met some Boks since 2019 World Cup<\/p>\n

The 25-year-old Nkosi, nicknamed \u201cLomu\u201d at school, because of his fearless stampeding down the wing, is a pugnacious player that oozes competitiveness from every pore. He played with naked aggression and an intimidating bloody-mindedness.<\/p>\n

\u201cI have always wanted to scale the highest peak, break every record, collect every trophy that I possibly can,\u201d Nkosi says. \u201cSo this honour from Roc Nation has in fact grounded me rather than make me feel another foot taller.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur mandate is to shine the light on the sport,\u201d he adds. \u201cSouth Africa has a great product and we must promote it so that everyone can enjoy it. We are on top of the world and there is no reason we can\u2019t stay there for a long time and inspire South Africans.\u201d<\/p>\n

ALSO READ: Why the British and Irish Lions don\u2019t stand a chance against Siya Kolisi\u2019s Springboks<\/p>\n

Nkosi says that \u201cshining the light\u201d goes beyond the sporting environment and top players should embrace philanthropy.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe world is a tough place at the moment and we need to lend a hand. Humans have a responsibility to each other and sometimes a concern for the welfare of others leaves us, but if I am in a position to do philanthropic work, I will.\u201d<\/p>\n

This is no doubt a principal reason why Roc Nation signed up The Beast, despite his playing days having ended after the 2019 World Cup final. The 35-year-old Mtawarira is heavily involved in developing young players and helping the needy through The Beast Foundation.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is about covering the full spectrum of life, sport, and culture,\u201d Nkosi explains. \u201cThe Beast was one of my role models growing up and to play alongside him and now work with him is incredible.\u201d<\/p>\n

Right now, though, Nkosi\u2019s focus is on the Rainbow Cup opening match in Cape Town on Friday between the Stormers and the Sharks.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am locked and loaded for the Stormers,\u201d he said. \u201cI think all players in this country are hungry for a new challenge and we want everything to work out (for the Rainbow Cup venture into Europe to continue uninterrupted). There is a lot still to happen this year (the Lions tour) and we want to do justice to South African rugby.\u201d<\/p>\n

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