Double World Cup winner Steven Kitshoff forced to retire

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” from death.
Steven Kitshoff: A legacy of loyalty and passion in South African rugby
Celebrated as one of the greatest Stormers and a Springbok legend, Steven Kitshoff aims to remain involved in rugby despite his early retirement after a serious neck injury.
Double World Cup winner Steven Kitshoff forced to retire after neck injury
Steven Kitshoff has been forced to retire from rugby after a serious neck injury, his club Stormers announced.
Steven Kitshoff’s Wife Posts Heartfelt Message Amid Springboks Star’s Retirement
Steven Kitshoff’s wife, Aimee, posted an emotional message after her husband announced his retirement from rugby amid suffering a career-ending injury.
Stormers seek new scrum master after Steven Kitshoff retirement
The Stormers are set to announce a replacement for the retired Springbok loosehead prop Steven Kitshoff, with their coach admitting he got his prop profiles wrong.
It was a matter of life or death – Steven Kitshoff on his retirement
It wasn't a wheelchair discussion, it was a stop breathing discussion.' – Steven Kitshoff on the seriousness nature of his neck injury.
Steven Kitshoff: South Africa's double World Cup-winning prop forced to retire after serious neck injury
Two-time World Cup winner Steven Kitshoff forced into early retirement by serious neck injury; Prop Kitshoff started for the Springboks in their victories over England and New Zealand in the 2019 and
Springbok Legend Steven Kitshoff Retires Due to Neck Injury
Springbok legend Steven Kitshoff has announced his immediate retirement due to a serious neck injury. Read more about his incredible career and legacy.
South Africa World Cup winner Kitshoff retires
Double South Africa World Cup-winning prop Steven Kitshoff is forced to retire because of a serious neck injury.
Springbok great and Stormers legend Steven Kitshoff forced into premature retirement due to neck injury
Veteran Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff officially retired on Tuesday, 25 February 2025, after a serious neck injury meant he was unable to continue.
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Steven Kitshoff: ‘Rugby is such a small part of one’s journey and I had to think about the next 50 years’
Steven Kitshoff weighs in on the Springboks chances at the next World Cup and details how difficult his decision to retire ...
End of the Spicy Plum-era: Steven Kitshoff to reset to life after rugby
Spicy Plum' as the ginger-headed looseheadprop is affectionately known, shares the emotional journey of his retirement from ...
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Rassie Erasmus in touching tribute to ‘true team man’ Steven Kitshoff as retiring ‘warrior’ makes Springboks vow
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has lauded two-time Rugby World Cup winner Steven Kitshoff as "a true team man" after he ...
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Steven Kitshoff one of a record number of Paul Roos Springboks
Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff has been forced to call time on his career due to a serious neck injury, following specialist ...
WATCH: Fierce local URC derbies expected as Steven Kitshoff calls time on stellar career
An electrifying Saturday of rugby is on the cards in Gauteng as the Bulls take on the Stormers and the Lions face the Sharks ...
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‘It wasn’t a wheelchair discussion, it was a stop breathing discussion’ – Shocking extent of Steven Kitshoff’s injury revealed
Steven Kitshoff has stated that he is just glad to be alive after he and Stormers head coach John Dobson revealed just how ...
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Special story behind Steven Kitshoff’s unique nickname
Steven Kitshoff is well known for his unique nickname 'Spicy Plum', and the origin story of this moniker is a special one.
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Springboks: Steven Kitshoff reveals why he binned World Cup lucky charm and hopes to remain ‘close to rugby’
Steven Kitshoff discusses life after rugby and why he ditched his budgie smugglers.