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The Rugby World Cup remains the pinnacle for the Springboks, but even that global showpiece does not demand four straight Tests against the All Blacks.That is what makes this Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series such a brutal examination — and, according to veteran Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth, one of the toughest challenges in rugby.With the Boks leading 2-1, they can make history by clinching the inaugural title with a third straight […]

South African sport has been hit with another telling blow, as South African Sports Confederation, Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SASCOC) president Barry Hendricks has been suspended with immediate effect.In an official notice sent to its membership on Wednesday evening, SASCOC confirmed that following a Special Board Meeting, the executive team resolved to "suspend the President, Mr Barry Hendricks, from exercising his presidential functions with immediate effect."According to the letter, Hendricks […]

“Duba told me to score” — and Faiz Abrahams duly delivered as the Kaizer Chiefs youngster announced himself in spectacular fashion against Siwelele.The 21-year-old came off the bench to make only his second appearance for Amakhosi and produced a moment of brilliance, scoring the decisive goal in Chiefs’ 3-2 Betway Premiership victory at Dobsonville Stadium on Sunday.With Chiefs leading 2-1 in the 76th minute, they won a free kick deep […]

Viral Boland club rugby sensation Lleyton Davids is set to trade the blue and white hoops of Robertson Town for those of the Stormers, having been named in John Dobson’s squad for Friday’s pre-season friendly against the Bulls in Paarl.The 24-year-old speedster, who turns 25 on Saturday, has taken social media by storm with videos of his electric pace in Boland club rugby, leaving defenders for dead with his breathtaking […]

Viral Boland club rugby sensation Lleyton Davids is set to trade the blue and white hoops of Robertson Town for those of the Stormers, having been named in John Dobson’s squad for Friday’s pre-season friendly against the Bulls in Paarl.The 24-year-old speedster, who turns 25 on Saturday, has taken social media by storm with videos of his electric pace in Boland club rugby, leaving defenders for dead with his breathtaking […]

Jordan Hermann capped a dream ODI debut with a marvellous 150 to power the Proteas to 348/6 in the historic match against Namibia in Windhoek.It is the first time the two southern African neighbours are meeting in a 50-over contest.Hermann was one of three ODI debutants, along with opening partner Connor Esterhuizen and all-rounder Duan Jansen. Hermann also joined Proteas teammate Matthew Breetzke as the only two batters to score […]

Jordan Hermann capped a dream ODI debut with a marvellous 150 to power the Proteas to 348/6 in the historic match against Namibia in Windhoek.It is the first time the two southern African neighbours are meeting in a 50-over contest.Hermann was one of three ODI debutants, along with opening partner Connor Esterhuizen and all-rounder Duan Jansen. Hermann also joined Proteas teammate Matthew Breetzke as the only two batters to score […]

Orlando Pirates’ returning attacker Mohau Nkota has started training with the team, but reports indicate he will be sidelined for a bit longer before becoming available for selection.Nkota returned to Pirates on a season-long loan deal recently, after spending a season at parent club Al Ettifaq following his highly publicised move from the Sea Robbers at the end of the 2024/2025 season.However, while he has been warmly welcomed back by […]

After three intense Test matches between South Africa and New Zealand, the two superpowers will clash for a final time in Baltimore, USA, in an ambitious push to expand the game globally.There is no greater showcase for rugby than a showdown between the Springboks and the All Blacks, making the choice of American soil a strategic move.Behind closed doors, the financial incentives are clear: bringing the juggernauts of world rugby […]