Phumlani Msibi, a well-known South African sports commentator and presenter, has passed away at the age of 57 after a short illness. He was a beloved voice on SuperSport and well respected in the sports community.
Born in Durban, Phumlani started his career in the late 1990s as a boxing ring announcer. He later became famous as the first commentator on SuperSport to speak both isiZulu and English during football matches. Many fans remember his famous phrase, “Coach, thoughts please?” which he used during post-match interviews.
Phumlani was known for his versatility. He worked on many football shows and also covered boxing and horse racing. His professionalism, humility, and passion for sports made him a favorite among viewers and colleagues.
His passing is a great loss to South African sports. Many fans and fellow commentators have shared their sadness and memories of Phumlani, celebrating the positive impact he made in sports broadcasting.
Phumlani Msibi will be remembered as a talented and kind voice who brought sports to life for many people across the country.
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