Springbok prop Ox Nche says he was shocked to hear of former Sharks team-mate Sbu Nkosi's mental health struggles. | Sport24news
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"It came as a shock... I didn't expect it but that is the thing about mental health, you don't see it coming." Nche added:"It was definitely concerning for me. It's a wake-up call to keep checking on each other and seeing how things are." Nche and his Sharks team-mates are preparing for their Champions Cup opener against English club Harlequins at Kings Park On Saturday.Springbok star Sbu Nkosi's father opens up: 'This is my child, not a rugby player'In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. For 14 free days, you can have access to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, top opinions and a range of features. Journalism strengthens democracy. Invest in the future today.
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