PUMA
By Sello Masilo
PUMA South Africa has reintroduced the legendary Doctor Khumalo 16V boot to celebrate the instant icon’s 58th birthday and honour his lasting legacy, says Brett Bellinger, PUMA SA Marketing Director. “PUMA has a near 40‑year relationship with Doc dating to the 1980s, and we have brought the boot back to celebrate his illustrious legacy,” he said .
🏆 A Legendary Boot Returns
Famously dubbed “16V” after being likened to the Golf GTI 16V in the late 1980s, these boots became part of footballing folklore in South Africa. Worn by Doctor Khumalo during his illustrious career, the original 16V became synonymous with skill, flair, and South African football’s golden era .
đź“Ź Crafted with Heritage
The revived 16V boot retains its classic feel and design touches inspired by the legendary PUMA King line. Made in Durban, the English-style leather boot embodies South African heritage and supports local craftsmanship and job creation .
⚽ Celebrate Mzansi’s Icon
Doctor Khumalo, who earned 50 caps for Bafana Bafana and inspired a nation during the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations, expressed heartfelt pride: “These boots hold special memories for me, so I am honoured that PUMA has chosen to re‑release them.” His enduring impact on club and country lives on, and the re-release marks his legacy in tangible form .
🛍️ Where to Buy & Price
The Doctor Khumalo 16V boot is available from:
• PUMA.com
• PUMA Retail stores
• Studio 88
• TotallSports
• Independent sports stores
and retails at R899 per pair
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