Wild moment pitch invader is knocked out by security guard during Rugby Championship clash – but wakes up and asks for beer
A drunk pitch invader at the Rugby Championship required medical attention after accidentally being knocked out by a security guard.
The male individual sprinted onto the pitch at the Mbombela Stadium following South Africa's win over Argentina.
South Africa finished their Rugby Championship campaign with a 48-7 victory to finish eight points clear of New Zealand at the top of the standings.
It is the first time since 2019 that South Africa have won the four-nation tournament, which also includew Australia.
And following the heavy win, several Springboks fans invaded the pitch to join in on the celebrations, with all but one quickly apprehended.
After sprinting past a handful of security guards, he was then rugby tackled from behind to put an end to his rule-breaking antics.
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The supporter face-planted the turf while South Africa's squad were conducting their post-match media duties.
It resulted in him being knocked out, with the security guard who hauled him down immediately signalling for medical attention.
And they state that Mpumalanga Department of Health spokesperson Christopher Nobela revealed that the invader even asked for some more beer after he regained consciousness.
Meanwhile Mbombela Stadium manager Roelf Kotze attributed the incident to excessive alcohol consumption.
He is also claimed to have stated that while the fan was subject to a heavy hit from the guard, that is what is sometimes needed to get the crowd back in line.
Social media had little sympathy for the pitch invader, as one X user posted: "Life advice: Don’t run onto the field during a rugby match."
Another messaged: "Play stupid games, win stupid prizes."
A third added: "He won’t be doing that again any time soon."
And this person commented: "Well deserved and great tackle technique."
Meanwhile this fan simply stated: "F*** around, find out."