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Fans can train under strict health protocols due to the coronavirus pandemic, but they cannot play.
JOHANNESBURG – South African Rugby said Wednesday they are investigating the death of East Cape amateur player Vizicelo Zondani during an illegal tournament.
Fans can train under strict health protocols due to the coronavirus pandemic, but they cannot play.
Zondani died after sustaining an unspecified serious injury last Saturday during a tournament near King William’s Town, 248 kilometers (154 miles) northeast of the regional center, Port Elizabeth.
“This is a tragic incident that should never have happened, and our hearts go out to Vizicelo’s family, friends and teammates,” said SA Rugby President Mark Alexander.
“Unfortunately this goes directly against our COVID-19 guidelines … all amateur rugby matches have been suspended for the year due to the pandemic and all of our unions, clubs and other bodies know this.
“This tournament should never have taken place and we will launch a full investigation into the incident as well as the tournament.”
Competitive top-flight and under-21 rugby resumed in South Africa this month after being suspended in March due to the pandemic.
Hobbyists, college students, and school children are allowed to train, but not play.
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