Overview
- Kolisi earned his 100th cap, becoming the ninth Springbok to reach the mark, as South Africa beat France 32-17 at the Stade de France.
- Coach Rassie Erasmus praised his humility and team-first ethos, saying Kolisi "gets South Africa" and "serves the team."
- Kolisi called the milestone special and credited others for his journey, saying he is "nothing without the boys."
- A red card to lock Lood de Jager prompted a halftime tactical reshuffle that temporarily sidelined Kolisi to strengthen the lineout.
- Teammate Cheslin Kolbe posted a heartfelt Instagram tribute, while football great Thierry Henry also congratulated Kolisi after hosting him in London during the tour.