Statement: Springbok star has been forced to retire
01/16/2025 09:54 AM
Raymond Rhule, the electric Springbok winger, has been forced to hang up his boots after failing to recover from a severe Achilles injury.
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According to French outlet L'Equipe, the 32-year-old has made the difficult decision to retire due to ongoing medical issues.
Injury Nightmare Ends Career
Rhule ruptured his Achilles tendon during a pre-season training session last August, a setback that initially sidelined him for five months. Despite his determination to return, complications meant his last appearance for La Rochelle—a match against Castres on April 20, 2024—will remain his final outing.
A Key Cog in La Rochelle's Dominance
The flying winger became a cornerstone of La Rochelle's back-to-back Champions Cup triumphs. His chemistry with fellow South African Dillyn Leyds lit up the Top 14, and fans will fondly remember Rhule's crucial try in the 2022 Champions Cup Final against Leinster.
Springbok Stint and Early Promise
Capped seven times by South Africa in 2017, Rhule also shone for the SA U20 side, showcasing the talent that earned him a move to Europe. While his Test career was brief, his impact in club rugby has been nothing short of iconic.
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