Sharks and Springbok veteran Trevor Nyakane, 35, plans to continue playing rugby until he's 38, just before the next Rugby World Cup in 2027. He says his body is feeling strong and he's still enjoying the game. Nyakane, who has 65 Springbok caps, acknowledges he'll need to reassess his fitness at 38 to determine if he can continue playing.
Sharks prop Trevor Nyakane says he has a few good years left in him, aiming to relook at things when he turns 38, shortly before the next Rugby World Cup .
Sharks and Springbok veteran Trevor Nyakane says his body is still strong and he is “keeping up with the young boys”. Nyakane featured in the 2023 global showpiece, playing four of his five games from the bench. Still, he spent 156 minutes on the field during the tournament, usually making his impact in the ‘bomb squad’ for much of the second half.“We take it day by day but I still feel I have something in me,” said Nyakane, who has 65 Springbok caps under his belt.
He’s also only had two injury-related surgeries. “One was a simple scope and the other was on my thumb. Besides that obviously you get niggles here and there but I haven’t had injuries that kept me out for very long.”“I think as long as I’m still enjoying it there’s no reason to give it up just like that. The body still feels good.
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