On this day: Cheslin’s charge-down stuns France

On this day in 2023, Cheslin Kolbe etched his name into World Cup folklore with an incredible conversion charge-down.

It proved decisive in the Springboks’ unforgettable quarter-final win over hosts France.

In a moment that stunned the Stade de France, Kolbe raced off the line to block Thomas Ramos’ conversion attempt in the first half, denying Les Bleus two crucial points.

That slender margin would ultimately decide the contest, as the Boks edged Les Bleus 29-28.

French fans were quick to claim Kolbe moved too early, but World Rugby confirmed the charge-down was legal – sealing its place as one of the defining moments of the tournament.

Photo: Miguel Medina/AFP

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On this day in 2023, Cheslin Kolbe etched his name into World Cup folklore with an incredible conversion charge-down.
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