This is how much Springbok Eben Etzebeth earns
As one of the best rugby players in the world, we would say this amount seems fitting…
A recent report by UK-based rugby content network RUCK.co.uk revealed just how much Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus earns.
As the coach of one of the world's best teams, he enjoys many benefits, including a salary that matches the title.According to RUCK, Erasmus is the second-highest-paid rugby coach in the world, earning a whopping £650,000 per year (almost R15 million).
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In a similar report by online salary checker Mywage.co.za, Springbok captain Siya Kolisi's alleged salary was also revealed.
This report showed that Kolisi earns an annual salary of R18,571,638.Here is the full breakdown:
- Annual: R18,571,638
- Monthly: R1,547,636.50
- Weekly: R357,146.88
- Daily: R71,429.38
The most recent Springbok player's salary to come under the spotlight is lock Eben Etzebeth.
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According to Mywage.co.za, Etzebeth earns over R18 million annually.
Here is his full breakdown:
- Annual: R18,169,141.00
- Monthly: R1,514,095.08
- Weekly: R349,406.56
- Daily: R69,881.31
Etzebeth has, in fact, proved himself to be one of the best players in the world after his World Rugby Player of the Year nomination.
According to The South African, the Springbok lock also surpassed Springbok legend Victor Matfield’s record by becoming the most-capped player of all time.
He now has 131 caps.
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