A cheeky Edinburgh rugby fan was left with a once in a lifetime souvenir following Scotland’s defeat to South Africa at Murrayfield - after inviting the Springboks captain to sign his pants.
Siya Kolisi duly obliged when the man leapt out of the crowd as he greeted a small clutch of supporters in the aftermath of the world champions 30-15 win over the hosts, signing off with a friendly slap.
A video shows the fan hopping over the fences to meet the flanker before handing him a pen and presenting his skants in the design of the South African flag.
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Kolisi, 30, was more than willing to inscribe his autograph before the supporter jumped back into the crowd as a steward hovered into view.
The Springboks made it three wins from three in their Autumn tests with victory in Edinburgh, but were made to work for it in a close first half.
The home side went in at the break 10-8 courtesy of two Stuart Hogg tries to equal the Scottish international record, but were unable to hold on against the world’s number two ranked outfit.
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A pair of Makazole Mapimpi tries plus Handre Pollard and Frans Steyn penalties put South Africa out of sight before Gregor Townsend’s men could muster a response.
Scotland face Japan in their final Autumn international at Murrayfield next Saturday following wins over both Tonga and Australia.
