Turning Prospects into Contenders – Mziwakhe Nkosi’s Lions Vision!

Mziwakhe Nkosi joins MW Welman in the latest Know Your Coach to talk about building a resilient Currie Cup squad at the Fidelity ADT Lions. From coaching schoolboys like Damian Willemse to leading his team to last year’s final, Nkosi reveals what it takes to succeed with limited resources but big ambitions. He breaks down how the Lions are nurturing young talent while juggling URC player availability, why this Currie Cup might be the most competitive in years, and how he keeps players grounded and focused amid social media pressure and short-term thinking. Mziwakhe reflects on the heartbreak of last year’s final and how the Lions plan to bounce back, explains the strategy behind player integration, and opens up about the difficult but necessary honesty required to coach Generation Z. Plus: What’s it like to lose the final after the final whistle? Who are the new stars to watch? And why is Johannesburg rugby in winter an underrated weapon? Read More

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• Sep 2025