Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Newly married footballer, Bonginkosi Ntuli, confirmed dead after battle with an aggressive form of cancer 2 months after his wedding with his wife.
The South African football fraternity is in mourning following the tragic death of AmaZulu striker, Bonginkosi Ntuli. Diagnosed with a virulent form of cancer, the 32-year-old succumbed at Midlands Medical Centre Private Hospital in Pietermaritzburg. His journey in professional football began with Golden Arrows in 2012, followed by stints with Mamelodi Sundowns and other teams, before eventually becoming an AmaZulu player in 2019. The club has appealed for privacy for Ntuli’s family and friends during this time of bereavement.
“May his beautiful soul rest in eternal peace. The club requests privacy and patience be granted to his family and friends at this difficult time. Further announcements will be made in due course.”
Ntuli’s death was confirmed on Sunday after he became ill and had to be hospitalised a few weeks ago.
“It is with a very heavy heart that we inform you of the untimely passing of our beloved centre-forward and loyal servant, Bonginkosi Ntuli,” the club said in a statement.
“Ntuli was (very recently) diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, which metastasised and ultimately led to his death at the Midlands Medical Centre Private Hospital in Pietermaritzburg this afternoon.
Zungu is the daughter of the club’s owner and president Sandile Zungu.
Apart from AmaZulu, Ntuli also turned out for Golden Arrows, Mamelodi Sundowns and Platinum Stars.
After he got his break at Arrows, coming from their reserve side, Ntuli quickly became one of the most sought-after forwards due to his scoring prowess between 2012 and 2014.
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