'There was one gang that came to the territory, they were questioning, and the next minute a shooting war that broke out. 'We've always wanted to be the best. Kolbe, sitting in front of white shutters at home in Toulouse, blushes when Kolisi starts up again. To lay down the foundation of how things should be.'. Cheslin Kolbe (Toulouse) ... Jack Yeandle (Exeter Chiefs) The defending champions started in emphatic fashion on Sunday as Exeter dispatched Glasgow 42-0 … It was just the norm in my community. 'I know my environment was tough, with poverty. Cheslin Kolbe of Toulouse is tackled by Joe Simmonds ... the full back finds Jack Maunder who looks to be in but he trips and is stopped by Kolbe. But Kolisi's wonderful interruption is not over. EXETER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Cheslin Kolbe of Toulouse breaks with the ball during the Heineken Champions Cup Semi Final match between Exeter Chiefs and Toulouse at Sandy Park on September 26, 2020 in Exeter, England. I want you to tell Will, man, more about how it is here. 'My dad has been my hero since I was a kid,' says Kolbe. 'I've seen guys selling drugs and taking them in front of me. So he is here from South Africa, connecting with Toulouse, an Avanti West Coast train, and my basement flat in south west London – to explain what is still going on in his country. There was one shot that showed that perfectly when we had three players ushering Kolbe into touch. Cheslin Kolbe (born 28 October 1993) is a South African professional rugby union player who currently plays for the South Africa national team and for Toulouse in the Top 14 in France. At 5ft 7in and weighing 11st 9lbs he is the David in a land of Goliaths – he constantly humiliates the behemoths too. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. In South Africa they still define people by race. I am sure you've been selected because you deserve. A player that could be blessed with wonderful talent.'. The duo played a crucial role in helping South Africa win the World Cup in Japan 12 months ago. Kolbe, like Kolisi, now has a foundation established after the World Cup win that was meant to help inspire change in South Africa. 'I spent most of my time with him going to the training field to kick a ball and run around. Kolbe replies, not batting an eyelid that his national skipper has just butted in. 'It doesn't matter where you come from or where you get to you must remember where you come from. I am always happy that I play with not against him!'. 'Me as a "coloured" – they are known for gangsterism,' Kolbe continues confronting the stereotype. Especially those in the community I grew up in. It is called Be The Difference. But, wait. In his you could wake up, go to school and get shot. It's been 14 years since – he's 17 now still lying in bed. Cheslin Kolbe is one of the world's best wingers and takes on Exeter on Saturday The South African scored in the Rugby World Cup final against England last … Kolbe is keen to highlight these struggles of the "coloured" community. Kolbe smiles now. Since he was let into the side Kolbe has scored eight tries in 14 Tests, and the Kolisi family are in awe of him. He has been doing it since. Coming onto the … 'I don't think people are aware of how bad it still is today. The record 20 … Me and my wife Kayla have had first-hand experience. 'They call him "The Wizard" in France! His towering figure stands at 1.87m and tips the scale at 80kg. 'For me what he does on the field – honestly, I think he's one of the best ever to do it. 'I made sure I trained as much as I could and didn't spend a lot of time with friends because I know what I wanted to achieve and succeed in. South African Rugby World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe's Toulouse announced on Wednesday their squad will take a pay cut of up to 15% for next season. That's the problem with virtual interviews – you never quite know who is listening in. He helped feed 400 people a week, and the numbers have now quadrupled. Cheslin Kolbe's startling revelation about the origin of his mesmerising sidestep . They could not pay rent so were kicked out of their homes. 'I've been working in the "coloured" areas and there was a boy that was shot. Will the Chiefs adjust their defence to take the Scottish ten into account? Now a superstar rugby player he is one of the smallest players in the game. The last time that Jack Nowell saw Cheslin Kolbe in person was in the World Cup final last year. 'I am living out a dream. 'There is not an example made out of those gangsters. 'I am grateful for the path I have walked,' he says, concluding a remarkable 40 minutes. Springboks star Siya Kolisi (R) interrupted our video call to hail his team-mate Kolbe (L). 'Gangsterism, gang wars fighting over territory, those kind of things happened on a daily basis. He joined a while back, silently. Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images That's what I've heard,' the iconic flanker cackles, bigging-up the man who embarrassed England last November in Yokohama as South Africa conquered the world. 'For me playing since school, getting told I was not big enough, I would never ever get selected to play at school, Western Province or professional level, it was difficult to accept at such a young age – to hear such negativity. 'My dad has some crack-up every now and then saying "I was much better than you are now!". 'Kids should not look up to gangsters, but to us as rugby players, or other sportspeople. Sixteen-and-a-half minutes into a chat with South African wing Cheslin Kolbe about Toulouse, Exeter and the European semi-final a box at the bottom of the screen interrupts us. Cheslin Kolbe of Toulouse goes past Jack Maunder during the Heineken Champions Cup Semi Final match between Exeter Chiefs and Toulouse at Sandy Park on September 26, 2020 in Exeter, England. 'I am doing this for myself, my family, the people that supported me and the teams that I play for, but also to create a lot of hope for other kids across the world. South African Rugby World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe kept up his impressive early season try scoring record by crossing in Toulouse's 39-19 French Top 14 win over Toulon on Sunday. Kolbe’s agent is still on mute, her camera off as she is travelling on a train to Manchester while hosting the Google Meets call, but another person wants to muscle in. 'As youngster it was something I faced. After an under-15s trial match, Kolbe had had enough of consistent rejection. They are followed by the Chiefs (18 from five), Brumbies (18 from five), Crusaders (18 from five) and Stormers … 'After one of the Stormers games I got home to the area where my parents live in Scottsville – normally you don't see police driving in the street because it's one of the more quiet streets in the community. But that path to global glory was consistently blocked for Kolbe. 'There are so many guys in our country who are shining examples to show the kids in the communities they come from that this is possible. It turns out he has been eavesdropping. EUROPEAN CUP REPORT: World Cup-winning Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe scored two tries as Toulouse cruised past Ulster in Toulouse on Sunday. 'He was a phenomenal rugby player from what I've heard. Watch Cheslin Kolbe masterclass in video below: Kolbe’s performance helped Toulouse qualify for the semifinals, where they will face English outfit Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park on Saturday. Indeed, the 26-year-old probably has the best sidestep in the world. Both Kolbe and Kolisi have charitable foundations to help their local communities in need. 'I want you to explain a bit more to Will – that's the kind of stuff that happens day-in day-out. He is Kolbe's biggest fan, shares the same agency – Roc Nation Sports owned by rapper Jay-Z – and wants him to shine when interviewed. I don't want to blend in': Gareth Ainsworth is the Mustang-driving wannabe... Is it the end for the bouncer? That put me at ease. Scoring in the final and the way I finished off the try… I still watch the replays to this day! 'Listen here, bro, you make me so emotional the whole time,' Kolisi – on the way back from a community visit with the foundation that bears his name – tells Kolbe. 'I saw a few white England jerseys approaching,' recalls Kolbe. During lockdown Kolbe should have stayed in France, but went back to Cape Town to assist his countrymen, bringing food to the hungry, and support to the needy. The comments below have not been moderated. The effort in question saw Lloyd appear off the bench against Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park. Just this summer Kraaifontein and its surrounding areas saw violence between police and residents as unrest intensified after officials removed informal housing structures. POOL B – Cheslin Kolbe was the shining light of the first round of action after the Springbok wing scored a brace of tries to help Toulouse come from behind to beat Ulster 29-22 in Ireland. What does he want? 'It's a way of breaking down a players' confidence. Kolisi sees himself as Kolbe's big brother, and if Cheslin is too humble to shout about himself, Kolisi wants to. Two first half tries from South Africa Rugby World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe set Toulouse on the road to a 39-23 win over French Top 14 title rivals La Rochelle on Saturday. My dad never pressurised me – he said "do whatever you feel happy with". The wing showed him the outside and then bounced inside him and nailed the try that settled South Africa’s victory over England. Kraaifontein, where Kolbe grew up, saw violence between police and residents this summer. WATCH as World Cup-winning Springbok Cheslin Kolbe shares a message with the Stormers ahead of their Super Rugby crunch match with the Sharks. 11. Having made a career from leaving opponents grasping at thin air, Cheslin Kolbe … Shelved are the run-of-the-mill questions about Exeter Chiefs' strengths, Toulouse's boy-band backline – time to sit back, shut up and listen to issues far more important than Saturday's match. According to the company, Kolbe's outstanding performance last year in the Top 14 Championship and World Cup landed him the deal. We would run races in the streets and always wanted to beat each other. 'His story and so many "coloured" people's stories are so important. 'Gangsterism an easier way out as well. 'How are you man?' Unfortunately for England, Kolbe was against them in Japan last November. 'At that time you never see it as being competitive, you don't know where you're going to be in the future, but having that competitiveness as a youngster definitely helped us get where we are today.'. 'We got our jerseys, I put mine under my pillow, and I couldn't sleep. ', Kolbe dodges past England captain Owen Farrell on his way to scoring in the World Cup final. Crucial six games... Rafa Benitez 'set to replace Neil Lennon as Celtic boss' in shock move after quitting Dalian Pro - pitting... 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