Vincent Tshituka

Vincent Tshikaya Tshituka (born 10 September 1998) is a Congolese born South African rugby union player for the in United Rugby Championship. His regular position is flank.

Early life Born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tshituka emigrated with his family, including younger brother Emmanuel Tshituka, to South Africa in 2002. Prior to playing rugby, he focused on hip-hop dancing, and intended on pursuing a degree in software and app development.

Club career

Lions Tshituka made his debut for the Lions during the 2019 Super Rugby season, as a substitute against the Bulls, before making his first start the following week against the Jaguares. He was named as URC Player of the Month for April 2022.

Sharks Ahead of the 2022–23 United Rugby Championship, Tshituka signed with the Sharks. He made his debut alongside Eben Etzebeth for the Sharks against Glasgow Warriors in October 2022.

He signed an extension in December 2024, despite interest from clubs in Europe. Tshituka was named as the Sharks Player of the Year in June 2025. Tshituka has served as captain on numerous occasions. Tshituka signed an extension at the end of the 2025–26 United Rugby Championship.

International career

South Africa In 2024, he gained South African citizenship, making him eligible to represent South Africa.

In June 2025, he played for South Africa in an uncapped friendly against the Barbarians, scoring twice.

Tshituka made his international debut on 5 July 2025, against Italy.

Statistics Test match record

Opponent P W D L Try Pts %Won 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 Total 2 2 0 0 0 0