Aphelele Fassi is a young talent taking the country by storm with his contribution to South Africanrugby.

From theSuper Rugbyto theCurrie Cup, Fassi has become a highly valued team member.

Continue reading to learn how much this young star has contributed to theSharksandSpringboksteams during his professional career.

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Aphelele Fassi of South Africa on debut scores the opening try during the 1st International Test match between South Africa and Georgia, 2021. Photo: Shaun RoySource: Getty Images

Born in King Williams Town in the Eastern Cape, this young athlete excelled in sports at school.

He was a star batsman and medium-fast bowler on the College cricket team and playedcentre fullbackand fly-half in rugby.

Fortunately for South Africa, he followed fellowOld BoysKeegan Daniel, Bjorn Basson and Aphiwe Dyantyi into theSpringbokteam.

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It was during this stellar performance that he caught the’Boksattention.

However, one can surmise that the youngster has made a full recovery.

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Aphelele Fassi of the Sharks during the Super Rugby match between Sharks and Stormers, 2020. Photo: Steve HaagSource: Getty Images

Legendary fullback Willem Le Roux is directly mentoring the young sports star.

Sharing some personal moments on Instagram, Kolisi explains the importance that family has in his life.

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Aphelele Fassi of the Sharks is tackled by Wes Goosen of the Hurricanes during the round 3 Super Rugby match 2020. Photo: Masanori UdagawaSource: Getty Images

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Aphelele Fassi of the Sharks runs with the ball during the Super Rugby match between Sharks and Jaguares, 2020. Photo: Steve HaagSource: Getty Images

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Sharks' Aphelele Fassi (R) celebrates his try with team mate Hyron Andrews during the Super Rugby match between New Zealand’s Highlanders and South Africa’s Sharks, 2020. Photo: Marty MelvilleSource: Getty Images

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