Another day, another rumour surrounding former Springbok power couple Rachel and Siya Kolisi. This time, social media users have claimed that the “divorce is off.”
But where does this news come from?
HAVE RACHEL AND SIYA KOLISI CALLED OFF THE DIVORCE?
On social media apps like X, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook, you’ve probably spotted multiple posts that read, “Rachel and Siya Kolisi’s divorce is off.”
However, the posts – which have gone viral and received hundreds of comments – have no substantial or verified information.
While South Africans are holding on to hope that the allegations are true, the actual people involved – Siya and Rachel – have said no such thing.
SEPARATING FACTS FROM FAKE NEWS
A lot has been said about Rachel and Siya Kolisi on the internet. We break down the facts from the fiction…
Facts
Rachel and Siya Kolisi announced their separation on 22 October. They revealed this is a “mutual decision.”
Rachel has taken their two children abroad to visit Siya, who placed his recent test matches against Scotland, England and now Wales.
Rachel still considers Siya’s younger siblings, Liphelo and Liyemo, her own children. She continues to maintain a relationship with them.
Siya and Rachel reunited – for the purpose of the charity, the Kolisi Foundation – for a dinner with mutual friends.
Rachel stated that she is “healing” from the recent announcement.
Siya and Rachel still follow each other on social media.
Rachel has removed “wife” from her Instagram bio; however, she has not deleted any pictures of her with Siya.
Rachel Kolisi
Rachel Kolisi opens up about her challenging times. Image via Instagram @Rachelkolisi
Fiction – or at least unconfirmed news
The couple have not publicly claimed that they are reconciling.
Rachel Kolisi has not reverted to her maiden name.
Rachel is “planning” to take half of Siya’s assets in their divorce settlement.
Siya’s DMs have been “blowing up” from single women hoping to shoot their shot.
Speculation
There are rumours that Siya Kolisi is eager to win Rachel back, given that his Instagram bio still reads “Husband.” The Bok captain has also NOT deleted his saved Instagram Stories about their life as a public couple.
The former couple’s pics on their Kolisi Foundation Instagram account have also fuelled rumours that “there is still hope” for them.