Dumke hailed as symbol of courage

Tributes have poured in for former Springbok women’s captain Lusanda Dumke, who died in East London yesterday at the age of 29 after battling with a rare form of gastric cancer.

- Wesley Botton

"Lusanda will be remembered not only as a former captain of our Springbok women's team, but also as a symbol of courage, leadership and resilience far beyond her years," said SA Rugby president Mark Alexander.

"She played the game with heart and humility, always giving everything she had for her team. Her work ethic, toughness, and selfless commitment set the standard and she led by example every time she stepped onto the field.