The Zen of Manie: Why Japan has given Libbok a chance to reset his mind

Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok is currently playing in Japan, where he has found a conducive environment for a mental reset away from the pressures of South African rugby. While he has experienced moments of magic on the field, he has also faced intense scrutiny, particularly regarding his kicking game. Japan, as a country where rugby is not a matter of life or death, provides an ideal quality of life for him and his wife.