The brutal injury list of one of the HARDEST South African rugby players ever, Pieter-Steph du Toit

[@sanderbaas945]

People are commenting how tough he is, which he definitely is. But to come back from all those injuries and consistently play at an absolute elite level is something truly special.

[@wilddogsrugby]

True story…

[@1414rebel]

Pieter Stef Du Toit

[@rolandlundall133]

He is a proper South African man. Hard as hell and honest. We love him in South Africa.

[@michaelmcilrath9466]

He is what we’d like to be

[@amoreforless]

Real life gladiators. When watching match , take a moment , to realise the sacrifice that's put on the line by these guys to represent there country.

[@stonedsage111]

so true

[@Kaytlin_]

I literally can't believe what they go through for this team, for this country.

[@mariannugent3179]

All national teams and actually all teams go through the same for their country and province/team.

[@rossdkelly]

@@mariannugent3179 Our guys go harder.

[@KiloPage777]

​@@mariannugent3179 no our players are next level abd it shows. It's a South African thing. Many would have quit after some of the injuries Malcolm Marx, PSDT, Am and Kolisi have. It's not by chance that many of these players are playing at the same time, or all coming back better with every injury.

[@hankgoldenshaft]

“…that’s something you worry about later in life.” That was a heavy comment. Huge respect from NZ

[@IgnusVermaak]

Got a give it to the doctors as well. This guy goes out and destroys himself and every time the doctors are just like, "no big deal, we will build him back better".

[@cici2716]

💯 we have amazing doctors in South Africa. When Sam Cane injured he's neck in South Africa he had to do the operation here and he said the doctors were great.

[@bevanritete9954]

Respect PSTD from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@morneviljoen4789]

"Look, in our vocabulary the words "can not" doesn't exist. And we never give up". - Annalene Du Toit (PSTD's Mother) Chasing the Sun 2 Ep 5.

[@springboks87]

I show my boys his highlights. He is strong, fast, intelligent and an enforcer!! However, his strength comes from the Lord and without him we are nothing!

[@breathe_3asy]

absolute machine and down to earth humble guy. They don't come much naturally harder or stronger than this

[@keithcrane469]

How can a man actually be this hard? :-)

[@elscruffomcscruffy8371]

Biltang, cement mix in coffee, massive heart!

[@victorswart7411]

@@keithcrane469 farmer SA farmers are most dangerest job in the world. At the rate they being murdered. Sons of farmers are tougher than the rest, proud strong honest and allways striving to be the best. The Barret bros. Also farm boys in nz.

[@rkaylor5769]

PSDT is such a hard man. Really admirable. And Big Jim does an outstanding job with these interviews. Greetings from the States.

[@normanmdavis3262]

My respect for this man just grows and grows. A real man of God

[@ZanderDelport-s2i]

Yes agree.

[@davidfife-nm7uy]

A man of god? Really. He helped did he?

[@HungryHumbucker]

​@@davidfife-nm7uyalways some miserable atheist who has to chime in.

[@naidoo307]

@@davidfife-nm7uyabsolutely ,his talent is a gift given by God ! 😊amen

[@ZanderDelport-s2i]

@@davidfife-nm7uy sorry what does your comment mean no one on KZbin will understand what you just commented here?

[@AC-hu3xk]

2 Humble great legends..

[@danemyburgh]

Absolute beast! Yet so humble, calm and a respectable man 💪

[@slogsweep4922]

I have had two ACL injuries. Worst pain ever. It does change you mentally. He is a machine to come back as good as he is with all that he has been through

[@dylanjamesweggz3573]

Most humble and quiet absolute monster’s we have.

[@romario2166]

Hard as nails is PSTD! After going through all those injuries you deserve to be a two time world champion mate! I love the Springboks, this team is my daily inspiration! I'm also back in the gym after battling severe illness and hearing stories like this motivates the shit outta me! Lovely interview Big Jim.

[@JohnDoe-iq9bz]

Pieter Steph is just a humble, simple farm boy who loves rugby and is quite good at it. Absolute legend!

[@1414rebel]

Nothing simple about Pieter Stef Du Toit

[@JohnDoe-iq9bz]

@@1414rebel I think you misunderstood here. By simple, what I mean is that he does the basics very well & is consistent hence why he's so good.

[@1414rebel]

@@JohnDoe-iq9bz there is only one my man. You are a respectful guy and I appreciate that. I dont know if we always appreciate the fact the get to witness these absolute rugby Gods that are doing what they do best. We will have to go a very long way to ever be able to replace Rassies class of Springboks.

[@JohnDoe-iq9bz]

@@1414rebel These are the golden years of Springbok rugby. Let's enjoy them.

[@1414rebel]

@@JohnDoe-iq9bz 100% my bru, its never going to happen again in our life time its a special time. Enjoy my bru. I would offer you a whiskey if I could but If you ever in the Weat Rand. Hit me up. I will make it worth your while. Salute cuzz

[@official-tmo5232]

Wow , what an inspiration, seems like an absolute legend of a guy.

[@KernowekTim]

This man is one very commited warrior. He possesses a very strong character indeed. Huge respect must go to all such people.

[@misterberns9306]

Such a lovely story about a legend and his legend family .

[@riyaadrhoda3990]

PSDT is just as tall as Big Jim. He is extremely mobile for such a big guy. The perfect athlete.

[@moosesnWoop]

my favourite, consistant Bok. Having him in your pack you NEVER have to doubt if you have support. You have it.

[@tessawhitfield2018]

What a brave and beautiful human being!

[@normanmdavis3262]

Wow 😮 How tough is this guy

[@krlauf5307]

VERY

[@tsv8664]

A man of faith and sacrifice. What a role model for our youth and esp young men in our society who feel marginalised etc.

[@ngcaliclock2529]

Two huge men. Pieter is huge!

[@cornedenecker1636]

Geez, that's i credible. I remember how mentally broken and sad I was when my shoulder went the second time. Rugby career over. To come back from the things he did is extraordinary

[@DisAstra-qx9gq]

Did you have daily physiotherapy and the best medical/surgical team available?? Makes a huge difference in recovery. I'm not discrediting him or you but if he wasn't playing elite level rugby he would have had to retire like yourself. I had to retire because of a knee injury. Had I been pro they would have operated instantly.

[@mthunziphakathi4215]

I didn't know this guy could articulate himself so well in English. I never hear him speak.

[@cameronlotter1392]

Here in South Africa majority of us can speak English even if it isn't our first language.

[@mariojones6687]

Rugby don’t marketing their players.. how is it that we are JUST hearing him speak 😭😂 ( former world rugby player )

[@mattybhoy6522]

​@@cameronlotter1392I'd say all the provinces except for Northwest, Limpopo and fair chunk of the Freestate😂 Myself and work colleague who is Zulu had to learn to speak Afrikaans very quickly as both English and Zulu are non existent. Rest of the country you're good 👍

[@marietjievandermerwe8189]

Thank you so much for this interview. Incredible support system from his family as well, very humble individual. He knows that there is only a small window of oppurtunity to perform. He has learned the secret to see beyond his career, to leave a legacy. Thanks PSDT

[@loki_of_earth]

What a warrior. Most would've thrown in the towel long ago.

[@elscruffomcscruffy8371]

29 tackles in the 2024 RWC final says it all. The man understands his role and goes 100%. No excuses

[@mjribes]

"It's part of the game. You sign up for it. No one is holding a gun against my head [...] it's my own decision." 100% true. People suing rugby organisations for their injuries need to remember that.

[@rossdkelly]

They are surely entitled to sue, if there was negligence in sending them out on the field with a head injury. A head injury is the one thing that a player cannot (and should not) self regulate.

[@mjribes]

@@rossdkelly Ultimately, you're the captain of your own ship. You can always say: "Na, I'm not going back on. I don't feel right."

[@rossdkelly]

@@mjribes If you have ever seen someone with a head injury - they are (by definition) unable to know if they "feel right" or not.

[@mjribes]

​@@rossdkelly Na. I've had a bad head injury. I had tunnel vision, saw bright lights and just wanted to lie down and sleep. I knew I was not right and told the med team that. Any player with a head injury would know that... but some may decide to play on.

[@1414rebel]

@@mjribes that was a heavy comment. Shows the spirit of the dude

[@mvubu6823]

People make lists if HARD rugby players, and usually include DIRTY/ VIOLENT types The hard men of rugby are guys like PSTD.

[@jdsmit4761]

Why are you still playing rugby? Im fully sa. Grown up in a town close to his. Very proud of him. He's got no need to play rugby. Its dna and the love of the game.

[@1414rebel]

@@jdsmit4761 Hy is ook nou Piet Spiere

[@PowrAl]

PSDT has fucken long arms! No wonder he can wrap them around most in tackles

[@22grena]

CJ Stander has said that McCarthy is Irelands Steph du Toit. Some compliment.

[@MofuChips]

Absolutely love this guy coz wen him and gents like siya,eben or cheslin are in the team the springboks wil most definately beat any team in the world including the all blacks this weekend.bokke fan from Zambia for life.

[@fazertace6837]

Dear SA….I hope you batter Ireland. I’m REALLY bored with hearing how this is going to be the best series EVER. Or hearing the WC quarter final v NZ was the best qf EVER. Or the 6 nations game v France was the best EVER. Give your arse a rest Ireland. Yours A rugby fan.

[@chipperjaunte]

From ?

[@douwsteyn423]

Amen.

[@user-uo7vf3ne9w]

In NZ we regard peter steph du toit as the most dangerous fwd in the world, he is in my opinion a far better player than kolisi, in fact i beleive its politics as to Y kolisi is ur captain, the same way sam kane was our shyt captain despite ardie savea being our best player,some of the hits peter laid on us in the WC final wer bone crunchers,

[@MrVishen7]

You are right about politics

[@jan-gertnel4556]

Got to love the majestic presence that he is!

[@oscarvandermerwe1026]

Best forward in the wold.

[@frasermilne7801]

PSDT. the master. Just an incredible Human Being. Irreplaceable! .

[@noelheemro8360]

Yster gladiator maximus Braveheart all in one best flanker SA has produced coming back better everytime after an injury

[@kurtmackrill3003]

One of the many heroes of South Africa! We just built different, but the world is yet to see...

[@skylerclayton4347]

Legend

[@akashaef1]

Only person in this world who Rassie is afraid of is Pieter Steph's mum.

[@koosduplooy8811]

😂

[@Sharkman1963]

Viking Warrior King of Olde

[@w00000]

Respect!!!!! 🫡

[@michaelmcilrath9466]

All my respect!!!

[@michaelrobarts6890]

MALMESBURY! this mentality was instilled in us by our coaches from 8th grade

[@centillion7]

Meh! to…"Pieter-Steph's brutal injury list.” Now, let me regale you with my own tales of rugby trauma: 1. I pulled a muscle once while yawning during the national anthem. 2. Stubbed my toe on the coffee table while watching the game 3. Pulled a muscle reaching for chips during halftime and 4. I stubbed my toe again on the way to the fridge for a post-match snack. 5. I have severe eyestrain from rolling my eyes at the referee's decisions every time I watch rugby. 6. My bruised palms from excessive facepalming at missed conversions is still hurting. 7. I suffered temporary voice loss from yelling at the TV many times. And don't get me started on the emotional trauma of watching England lose, called severe disappointment strain (A recurring English fan condition). Unlike Peter-Steph, you don't hear me going on about these catastrophes, do you? Well, except now. But don’t worry…The physio says I should make a full recovery... just in time for the next match!

[@TheSiyasss]

did you really waste your time writing this nonsense

[@boazbenyisrael4725]

Rough match my, I hear you - hang in there. 🤣🤣

[@TerenceMarais]

Comment section gold 🤣🤣

[@JohnEDow-jo2inBokke]

😂😅😅😂

[@SampoLapilill]

@Centillion 7. This is utterly brilliant and had me laughing like a drain! The perfect counter to Pieter Steph's staggering injury history. I think The Springboks are quarried out of granite anyway! I wonder how many on this platform remember an absolute man-eater of yesteryear called Moff Myburg? He used to eat opposing props for a snack. And don't get me started on Frikk duPreez.

[@Wolf-hh4rv]

A True warrior. A Christian. Psalm 23:4- "Al gaan ek ook in 'n dal van doodskaduwee, ek sal geen onheil vrees nie; want U is met my: u stok en u staf dié vertroos my". - "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me."

[@Waywind420]

I know injuries are just part of sport, but i'd definitely push my kids towards less injury-inducing sports. Stuff like Soccer, Australian Football, Basketball

[@victorswart7411]

Every rugby nation wil pick PSDT in their teams, there is no defender in his class. He is ours and we rate him the GREATEST.

[@nonkumbulomnyaka1939]

He’s been through a lot but he came out as pure as gold…I love him as a flanker but can’t he play lock?

[@Mohamedali-xw1ep]

Wow I can't believe what he went through wow what a guy dame

[@juniastainbank2920]

Nee man, Pieter-Steph! Dis genoeg nou, bruh. 😩😩

[@wesleyjazz87]

Crazy how these guys put their bodies on the line

[@andynicoletti7789]

Is his name Peter steph de Frankenstein?

[@MobBarley00]

Warrior

[@boratchinho8485]

Monster.

[@ratabanamangana6927]

What a legend...🤗

[@klagoshaya5517]

I like that he gives credit to God always that is true strength in these depraved times

[@theooberholzer3734]

Wow, wow, WOW!!!

[@bevanpope7924]

Yoh- the medical costs must be astronomical! What a hard Blixem.❤

[@andrewrambiki4823]

Best rugby player in the world

[@wilddogsrugby]

What an absolute yster 💪

[@rashaadprice4998]

Man sounds likes his got a bag of nuts ,bolts, and washers in his bedside draw

[@kobushauman3310]

9:48 say it again 🙌🏿✝️🧎🏽 say it again

[@marisaveeb]

Good Lord, we are definitely just build different! 😮😮😮

[@DisAstra-qx9gq]

Be fair peeps, he not stuck on a ward with arthur n his ibs or betty n her fractured hip for weeks on end waiting to see a doctor. The privilege of pro sports means you get the best available. Physio, medical, surgical, nutritional and even mental support. Daily physio is a massive help in recovery. Especially for ligament, tendon n muscle injuries.

[@krlauf5307]

true...wonder what the medical bills look like yikes

[@DisAstra-qx9gq]

@@krlauf5307 guna be ridiculous, especially with all the physio, rehab n scans etc I had acl surgery 12 years ago n told the physio my hips weren't square. Was met with the quote. 'yeah, it happens' with no advice how to correct it. Watched a podcast recently with kevin Nash (diesel from wwf and an actor in longest yard) he had the same operation but spent 9months rehab just getting his hips square again.

[@hendo19742]

INJURY LIST 🤯🤯🤯🏉🏉🏉🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@friederichnietzsch]

Taai soos naels

[@bytejourneycodes]

oh my goodness 😞

[@christobessinger105]

“7 sakke staal en ou stootskraaper, alles opgemaal vir die stutte en die hakkers” “ uit n ou Jeep se veere en lang denne planke kom die bene van die slotte en die voette van die flanke” En jou pa se hamstring…. Stef jou yster

[@ZanderDelport-s2i]

Groot ysterman.

[@mattybhoy6522]

Walking definition of what it means to " vasbyt "

[@spencermackay9020]

Thing is, he is actually a good looking boy, 'like Jude Law'..

[@Seactor]

Wish he was Irish! He'd fit right in though. Wonderful human.

[@takundagwanzura904]

Modern day "Terminator"

[@suffuny]

Eben Etzebeth is Sacha Baron Cohen's characters- Brüno Gehard ! I think id better go into hiding ;-)

[@mikev8746]

Just attentively listening to this mans story. At some point I figure it should be nearing the end of the video. I check.. freakin 6 mins out of 10 only.. jesus christ how many more injuries are there 😂

[@KiloPage777]

Pay PSDT the 6th his money sir! ❤

[@kuikyroje]

PTSD suffers from PSTD

[@williambotha5864]

Yster.

[@jakey4683]

None of these injuries are that bad - tore my acl, pcl, mcl and meniscus in one hit, multiple recons and limb salvage. Both shoulders operated, both thumbs, hip resurfacing, neck surgery, broken arm in two, still play rugby.

[@KR-jg7gc]

Ohk ohk..😮😮 bro needs to retire. he's done enough 😩😩

[@mthuthuzeli1451]

Please take Pieter to the mechanic next time not the doctor😰

[@bagsy1]

What a fanny! Toughen up Peter Steph!

[@andrewwilliams6131]

Faith

[@lungipinda9961]

Who is his Medical Aid??

[@anthonyafonso3599]

Go ask Diddy

[@Shamiel.Arifaien]

Terminator

[@FdeVilliers]

😳😳😳😳

[@Hrodwulf9]

As an amputee myself PSDT is my favorite player, I feel I can understand what he went through on some level, the fear he must have felt with possibility to amputate... then to overcome it all, recover and go on to become one of the GOAT's is so inspiring to me, a truly exceptional man, much love brothers, ta

[@KradenkoZA]

He is going to pay dearly for all the damage caused to himself in later years. Tragic that people give up so much for a sport. :(

[@dn822]

It's his career. We also work ourself half to death and suffer later

[@kuche7ug]

PSDT

[@snakeplisskin8696]

De Toit......my rugby spirit animal.

[@wilddogsrugby]

What an absolute yster 💪

[@wilddogsrugby]

What an absolute yster 💪