It’s always funny to see how athletes from different sports react when they watch rugby, especially someone like Eben Etzebeth — a player known for his no-nonsense style on the pitch.

Recently, an American basketball player had a hilarious take on what makes Eben so intimidating, and the internet loved it.

American Basketball Player Calls Eben Etzebeth the BrocLesnarer of Rugby

US basketball player Kolton Kohl shared a viral TikTok reacting to a clip of Eben Etzebeth in action.

He didn’t hold back, calling Eben the “BrocLesnarer of rugby” — a clear nod to the famously tough wrestler Brock Lesnar.

Kolton joked about how impossible it must be to be a referee trying to control Eben on the field.

He went on to compare Eben to a “steel pole” and warned people not to mess with him.

The reaction was so spot-on that it quickly caught fire on social media, with rugby fans and newcomers alike sharing the laugh.

Eben’s Reputation as One of Rugby’s Scariest Players Is Well-Deserved

This isn’t the first time Eben’s fierce reputation has made waves outside rugby circles.

Last year, a UFC commentator spotted him hanging out with MMA World Champion Dricus du Plessis and immediately called Eben a “monster.”

It’s clear that Eben’s presence on and off the pitch commands respect and maybe a little fear too.

From Rugby Warrior to Family Man Expecting His Second Child

Off the pitch, Eben is gearing up for a very different kind of role — dad duty.

He and his wife Anlia, a professional singer, announced last month that they’re expecting their second child, a baby girl.

The couple tied the knot in 2023 and already have a daughter together.

Looks like Eben’s soft side is growing along with his family!