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Hailing from Johannesburg, South Africa... Dean Boyle! This man eats, sleeps and breaths everything rugby, soccer, sports and cutting-edge. Averaging over 1 million page views a month in 2022, he has published more than 1000 reputable articles since joining The South African. From the city of gold was birthed a writer with the golden touch and ability to bring his writing to life in the minds of each reader. Reigning from the same city that witnessed the Springboks famously win their first ever Rugby World Cup in 1995 and the birthplace of the Soweto giants, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, he was destined to share this passion and love with the world. Dean graduated from Wits with distinctions in Media Studies and Psychology with expertise in media, sport (just ask his former opponents) and understanding the minds of his readers as well as players and coaches alike.
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Springboks: SIX players OUT! Update on Rugby World Cup chances!

By Dean Boyle 11-07-23 09:05

The Springboks walking wounded list currently sits at SIX. There is good news and bad news as we bring you the latest update on their Rugby World Cup chances. MUST READ: RUGBY WORLD CUP DREAM OVER FOR THESE FOUR SPRINGBOKS? Siya Kolisi, Handre Pollard, Frans Steyn, Jaden Hendrikse, Salmaan Moerat and Ox Nche are all out injured. […]

Manie Libbok slander

Springboks: Libbok, Arendse and Am to be BENCHED against NZ! – Report

By Dean Boyle 10-07-23 11:12

Springbok pair Kurt-Lee Arendse and Damian Willemse. Photos: Inpho.ie. Manie Libbok, Kurt-lee Arendse and Lukhanyo Am are reportedly set to sit on the bench with Eben Etzebeth set to lead the Springboks against New Zealand in Auckland on Saturday. MUST READ: THIS IS HOW THE SPRINGBOKS WILL LINE-UP AGAINST NEW ZEALAND Libbok and Arendse were simply […]

Elton Jantjies doping test

Rugby World Cup dream over for these FOUR Springboks?

By Dean Boyle 10-07-23 09:20

Four players have missed out on the latest Springboks Rugby Championship squad. This could be the end of their Rugby World Cup hopes. MUST READ: 10 FEROCIOUS FORWARDS FIGHTING FOR THREE RUGBY WORLD CUP SPOTS Marvin Orie, Evan Roos, Canan Moodie and Elton Jantjies all did not make the cut in Nienaber’s recent Springboks squad set […]

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Kaizer Chiefs: Khama Billiat released, becomes free agent – Report

By Dean Boyle 07-07-23 18:53

Khama Billiat has stopped training with Kaizer Chiefs and reports show that he is now a free agent. Meaning, Amakhosi have reportedly released him. MUST READ: SIX PLAYERS INVITED TO TRIAL FOR KAIZER CHIEFS! NTSEKI OPEN TO SIGNING THEM! – REPORT Billiat’s is reportedly now a free agent, according to Transfermarkt’s latest squad updates. Furthermore, Billiat was a […]

Ben Motshwari

Orlando Pirates stars training with English Premier League sides!

By Dean Boyle 03-07-23 16:31

Orlando Pirates stars are currently training with a handful of English Premier League sides as well as a La Liga outfit. MUST READ: SORRY ARTHUR ZWANE! KAIZER CHIEFS MAKE FOUR HUGE COACHING CHANGES! – REPORT Pirates are currently part of a massive 30-team training group, according to SoccerLaduma. The group consists of English Premier League sides Aston […]

Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane

Kaizer Chiefs: Sorry Zwane! FOUR huge coaching changes made

By Dean Boyle 03-07-23 15:45

Kaizer Chiefs have made four massive changes to their coaching staff with Arthur Zwane and Dillon Sheppard both affected. MUST READ: KAIZER CHIEFS STAR PITSO MOSIMANE COULD SIGN THIS TRANSFER WINDOW Four massive coaching changes have been made by Amakhosi management. Firstly, they have appointed Molefi Ntseki as the new head coach. So, what does this […]

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Springboks: Fastest players and their 100m times REVEALED!

By Dean Boyle 03-07-23 11:38

The fastest Springboks rugby player is certainly not who you think he is. We reveal how quickly he can run 100m too! MUST READ: SPRINGBOKS EXODUS: FOUR PLAYERS LEAVING SA AFTER THE RUGBY WORLD CUP Many would have predicted Cheslin Kolbe or Makazole Mapimpi as the fastest Springboks. However, it is actually Sbu Nkosi. Although, Kolbe […]

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Kaizer Chiefs: NINE players who could leave under Molefi Ntseki! – Full list

By Dean Boyle 29-06-23 17:40

A plethora of talent could be leaving Naturena shortly after the arrival of new Kaizer Chiefs coach Molefi Ntseki. Here’s the full list. MUST READ: MAMELODI SUNDOWNS COACH TO JOIN MOLEFI NTSEKI AT KAIZER CHIEFS? Massive changes are underway. Amakhosi management have appointed former Bafana Bafana coach Ntseki as their new head coach. Furthermore, more changes […]

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BREAKING – Kaizer Chiefs appoint ex-Bafana Bafana coach

By Dean Boyle 28-06-23 19:09

Kaizer Chiefs have just appointed former Bafana Bafana coach Molefi Ntseki as head coach of the senior team – effective immediately! MUST READ: ORLANDO PIRATES SIGN R10 MILLION KAIZER CHIEFS TARGET – CONFIRMED Molefi Ntseki is officially the new Amakhosi head coach. This was confirmed moments ago on Kaizer Chiefs’ official Twitter page. ALSO READ: Chiefs legend […]

Elton Jantjies rumours

Springboks: Pollard OUT! Elton Jantjies closer to Bok return

By Dean Boyle 27-06-23 19:24

Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that Handre Pollard is unlikely to play in the Rugby Championship. Elton Jantjies is nearing Springboks return. MUST READ – SPRINGBOKS CAPTAIN: RANKING THE CANDIDATES AFTER POLLARD INJURY As previously reported on The South African, Pollard has just been ruled out of The Rugby Championship. This has massive ramifications for the Springboks including […]

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Springboks captain: RANKING the favourites for the Bok armband!

By Dean Boyle 27-06-23 16:13

We rank the players expected to take over the Springboks captaincy from Siya Kolisi with Handre Pollard now ruled out of the Rugby Championship. MUST READ: FOUR HUGE SPRINGBOKS LEAVING AFTER RUGBY WORLD CUP – CONFIRMED Names such as Eben Etzebeth, Handre Pollard, Lukhanyo AM, Duane Vermeulen, Steven Kitshoff, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Damian de Allende and […]

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R8 MILLION – Orlando Pirates target SOLD to Kaizer Chiefs

By Dean Boyle 26-06-23 15:07

Kaizer Chiefs have won the race for this RED-HOT R8 MILLION striker. Beating rivals Orlando Pirates to his coveted signature. MUST READ: KAIZER CHIEFS: ATTACKING PRODIGY SPOTTED AT NATURENA! Ranga Chivaviro has been sold to Kaizer Chiefs, a DStv Premiership coach told The South African. Meaning, Amakhosi are set to pip Orlando Pirates to Chivaviro’s sought-after signature. ALSO READ: […]

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Kaizer Chiefs coach looks to emulate Benni McCarthy, off to Europe!

By Dean Boyle 22-06-23 21:38

Kaizer Chiefs assistant Dillon Sheppard is heading to Europe to complete is coaching badges. However, he could still return to Naturena. MUST READ – KAIZER CHIEFS: GOODBYE TO THESE FIVE PLAYERS! – REPORT Amakhosi assistant coach Sheppard is set to complete his coaching badges in Ireland, according to SoccerLaduma. Therefore, the Amakhosi technical coach will be in […]

2022 Castle Lager Outgoing Tour: Springboks Team Photograph

Rugby World Cup 2.0? Springboks to enter new tournament in 2026!

By Dean Boyle 21-06-23 16:34

Springboks rugby, and world rugby as we know it, is about to change for good. There is a new global tournament that has reportedly just been finalized. MUST READ: RASSIE ERASMUS NAMES TWO SURPRISE SPRINGBOKS CAPTAIN CANDIDATES – REPORT The North and South are set to unite from 2026 for the World League, according to PlanetRugby. The […]

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Kaizer Chiefs MASS EXODUS: Full list of NINE more likely EXITS!

By Dean Boyle 20-06-23 15:18

Kaizer Chiefs fans can expect a very different looking side with a several stars likely to follow Erick Mathoho and Phathushedzo Nange out of Naturena. MUST READ: PITSO MOSIMANE HIRES FORMER KAIZER CHIEFS AND ORLANDO PIRATES MEN! Amakhosi legend Mathoho was the first confirmed confirmed player exit. Since then, Bafana Bafana midfielder Nange has followed him […]

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Pitso Mosimane to hire former Chiefs and Pirates men – Report

By Dean Boyle 20-06-23 14:47

Pitso Mosimane may have turned down coaching Kaizer Chiefs but he is set to hire these men who were formerly involved with Amakhosi and Orlando Pirates. MUST READ: PITSO MOSIMANE TO BRING FORMER ORLANDO PIRATES MAN TO NEW CLUB Mosimane previously insisted that he will be bringing his all-South African technical staff with him to his […]

Mamelodi Sundowns Coach - Rhulani Mokwena

Sundowns coach Rhulani Mokwena to join Arthur Zwane at Kaizer Chiefs?

By Dean Boyle 12-06-23 16:53

Rhulani Mokwena has been linked with a shock possible exit from Mamelodi Sundowns whilst Kaizer Chiefs are in the market for a senior coach. MUST READ: KAIZER CHIEFS PLANNING TO RAID MAMELODI SUNDOWNS Mokwena could face a shock exit out of Chloorkop. So, could Amakhosi management consider signing Mokwena? ALSO READ: SUNDOWNS ATTACKER BECOMES KAIZER CHIEFS PRIORITY […]

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Springboks: 10 players in line for Rugby World Cup debuts – LIST

By Dean Boyle 07-06-23 19:20

The Rugby World Cup is around the corner and these TEN Springboks are all in line to get their first taste of rugby’s greatest showpiece. The Rugby World Cup is around the corner and these TEN Springboks are all in line to get their first taste of rugby’s greatest showpiece. MUST READ: ICYMI – SEVEN SPRINGBOKS SET […]

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