Springbok and Sharks player Eben Etzebeth is spending his downtime on a couple’s vacation to Botswana.
The towering star is reportedly nursing a concussion injury and has been out of play for several weeks.
EBEN ETZEBETH AND WIFE VACATION IN BOTSWANA
In his latest Instagram post, Eben Etzbeth shared pics of his vacation in Botswana. The Springbok and Sharks star – who is currently recovering from an injury – is spending quality time with his wife Anlia.
The couple has booked themselves into a luxury boutique safari lodge alongside the Chobe River.
So far, Eben and Anlia have enjoyed game drives, practicing wildlife photography, and even enjoying breakfast on the Chobe River itself!
Take a look…
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The vacation comes days after Anlia and Eben Etzebeth celebrated their daughter’s first birthday.
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WHEN WILL HE RETURN?
Meanwhile, Sharks coach John Plumtree has given feedback on when Eben Etzebeth will return from injury.
The highest-capped national player was initially placed on “rest” following a tough Springbok test series in November.
However, Eben returned to his club, where he played against English club Exeter. There, he sustained a concussion and is also nursing a back injury.
Speaking in a media conference, Plumtree said of the popular player: “Eben [Etzebeth] is doing his return to play protocols with his concussions.
He added: “I can’t say he will be right next week or the following week, so he’s just going through his [concussion] protocols.”
Springbok and Sharks player Eben Etzebeth is recovering from a concussion.
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According to World Rugby, players who suffer concussions must adhere to a minimum rest period of 21 days, which may involve an individualised rehabilitation programme. The player may only return to their duties once a medical practitioner clears them.