Forget the Airlink flyover, how massive are the Springbok Impi Warriors? (pics)

Forget low-flying aircraft and stadium flyovers, there is another spectacle that has been getting Springbok fans on their feet before kick-off.

The Impi Warriors have become one of the most recognisable sights at Springbok home Tests, charging onto the field in traditional Zulu warrior attire and bringing an explosive combination of energy, intimidation and theatre to the stadium.

And if you’ve ever wondered just how big these guys actually are, the answer is: very big.

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Imposing physiques

The warriors’ imposing physiques are impossible to miss as they sprint onto the pitch, shields and