Men in Black 'make this look good'

23/02/2024 10:39

The votes are in and the iconic Stormers Men in Black jersey has been crowned the best in SA franchise history.

More than 10,000 votes streamed in as SARugbymag.co.za readers feverishly clicked for their team’s finest fit in a grand showdown between each franchise’s best jersey.

What started as a tight battle quickly turned into a two-horse race between the iconic ’99 Men in Black kit and the Lions’ memorable 2016 jersey.

Neck and neck till the very end, a heroic last-ditch effort from the Men in Black pipped bragging rights from the Lions by less than one percent.

25 years on and the Men in Black still rule the roost – it was a flamboyant campaign based on a simple but striking jersey that has clearly stood the test of time.

In '99, Bobby Skinstad led the Men in Black, stacked with Cape legends such as Breyton Paulse, Percy Montgomery, and Corne Krige.

Despite a semi-final loss to the Highlanders in the Super 12 tournament, the side left a lasting impression with a remarkable six-game unbeaten streak, showcasing impressive rugby while donning their iconic black jerseys.

Photo: Nick Wilson/Allsport

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