Bulls bid farewell to Springbok prop, next stop Stormers?
On Thursday, the Bulls stated that they were bidding farewell to Springbok forward, Lizo Gqoboka, who “moves on to ply his trade at a club that will be confirmed by the player and his management team”. As reported exclusively by The South African recently, it was revealed that the Stormers had re-signed Lions prop Sti Sithole and were also set to further bolster […]
On Thursday, the Bulls stated that they were bidding farewell to Springbok forward, Lizo Gqoboka, who “moves on to ply his trade at a club that will be confirmed by the player and his management team”.
As reported exclusively by The South African recently, it was revealed that the Stormers had re-signed Lions prop Sti Sithole and were also set to further bolster their squad by recruiting Gqoboka as well.
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Gqoboka joined and made his debut for the Bulls, going on to amass 108 caps across all competitions. GQ, as he is affectionately known at Loftus, is a two-time Currie Cup winner and Super Rugby Unlocked winner.
The prop has represented South Africa in two tests with an additional three for South Africa A and a Springbok XV side, all between 2016 and 2019.
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THE POPULAR PLAYER BID A FOND FAREWELL TO THE BULLS
Gqoboka thanked the Loftus die-hard for their loyal support over the years and said the Capital will always be a special place for him and his family.
“It was an honour to represent such a great club, I am thankful for all the memories and lessons. I would like to also thank the proud and passionate Vodacom Bulls supporters for welcoming my family into their home,”
“I moved here eight years ago, as a young family man and as a player with so much to learn as much as I had plenty to offer, and I now walk away reflecting on a time that has been nothing short of memorable.”
Gqoboka added: “I am grateful for the coaches I have worked with and all the hidden heroes who have worked tirelessly in the background to get me back up whenever I was injured or helped condition me to be at the best of my game at the beginning of each season. I also consider myself truly lucky to have worked alongside the talented players who have been my teammates over the years,”
“Loftus will always be a special place for my entire family and I look forward to visiting again in the near future. I wish everyone all of the very best for the future.”
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