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RUGBY: Springboks beat Pumas in tight finish in Joburg

By Jenni Baxter 29-07-23 19:49

The Springboks outlasted a fast-finishing Argentina by 22-21 at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg on Saturday to finish the Castle Lager Rugby Championship on a high, but Bok coach Jacques Nienaber will be the first to admit that it was a rusty effort. The Springboks held a 15-6 lead at the break and outscored the […]

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Netball World Cup gees hits the Mother City for an African first

By Fazila Olla 29-07-23 14:06

The netballing and sporting world’s attention is on Cape Town as the Mother City hosts Africa’s first-ever Netball World Cup at the CTICC. Friday’s centre pass set in motion what-promises-to-be an exciting tournament until 6 August 2023. Cape Town is currently in the grips of netball fever with exciting on court action and ‘gees’ in […]

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Kaizer Chiefs recruit tipped to be a big Glamour Boys star

By James Richardson 28-07-23 19:17

Botswana international Thatayaone Ditlhokwe has been tipped to become a big star at Kaizer Chiefs. Former Santos and SuperSport United midfielder Mogogi Gabonamong believes his Botswana countryman has the minerals to succeed at Naturena as revealed by FARPost. ALSO READ: Kaizer Chiefs fans urged to be kinder on social media KAIZER CHIEFS RECRUIT THATAYAONE DITLHOKWE TIPPED TO […]

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Special Springbok anthem set for ‘live’ debut at Ellis Park

By Craig Lewis 28-07-23 19:09

A Springbok anthem to “power the team and engage fans in a momentous rugby year” will be given its first public performance at half-time during Saturday’s Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Ellis Park. This was confirmed in a statement by SA Rugby on Friday. ALSO READ: Who will be the referee for Springboks-Argentina on Saturday? The […]

Manchester United players show off epic car collection – McLaren, Rolls-Royce

By Sean Parker 28-07-23 19:05

Manchester United are currently on a pre-season tour in the United States. The English football giants lost to Real Madrid in Houston courtesy of goals from Jude Bellingham and Joselu according to Sky Sports. Manchester United finished third in the English Premier League in the 2022/2023 season, 14 points behind first-placed Manchester City. THE CURRENT CROP […]

Harry Kane

Kane to Bayern Munich not a DONE DEAL with PSG in the mix

By Eliot Mahlase 28-07-23 17:34

Tottenham Hotspur captain Harry Kane is set to join Bayern Munich this summer according to various reports. The 30-year-old forward has been linked with a move away from London since the beginning of the year and with his contract set to expire next year. Spurs, however, are not willing to let their top man go […]

Duel of delight in Springboks vs Argentina showdown

By Mariette Adams 28-07-23 17:28

The South African highlights one of the mouthwatering duels to look forward to in the first Test between the Springboks and Argentina at Ellis Park on Saturday. ALSO READ: Impressive Springboks vs Puma stats and facts you should know SPRINGBOKS TALIS MAN: EBEN ETZEBETH Eben Etzebeth’s standing in world rugby is beyond compare. He’s won all […]

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Who will be the referee for Springboks-Argentina on Saturday?

By Craig Lewis 28-07-23 17:20

The Springboks’ hopes of winning the Rugby Championship seem to have been dashed after their latest defeat to the All Blacks, but there is still a glimmer of hope. New Zealand look likely to claim the southern hemisphere title once again, a feat that will be achieved if they beat Australia on 29 July (11:45am kick […]

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Springboks vs Pumas: Impressive stats and facts you should know

By Mariette Adams 28-07-23 17:01

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash between the Springboks and Pumas at Ellis Park stadium. ALSO READ: Where Springboks will stand in the World Rugby rankings after Saturday SPRINGBOKS RECORD AGAINST ARGENTINA: — Played 34, Won 30, Lost 3, Drawn 1. — Points for: 1 193, Points against: 657. — Tries […]

Arsenal legend slams Banyana Banyana’s game management

By Eliot Mahlase 28-07-23 16:55

Former Arsenal forward Ian Wright has slammed Banyana Banyana’s game management following their 2-2 draw against Argentina on Friday morning. The South African women’s national team opened the scoring in the 30th minute through Linda Motlhalo before Thembi Kgatlana doubled the lead in the second half. Just as it looked like Banyana will get their first World […]

Why Orlando Pirates pulled out of Bathusi Aubaas transfer talks!

By Yolulwe Qoshe 28-07-23 16:29

Orlando Pirates have announced six of their nine new signings to the public so far, but it seems like Bafana Bafana international Bathusi Aubaas will not join the list. READ | LESEDI KAPINGA’S AGENT REVEALS WHY HE CHOSE ORLANDO PIRATES OVER KAIZER CHIEFS It is believed that Pirates were hot on the heels of Aubaas, even going as far as […]

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Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Katsande’s second home ‘goes on auction’

By Nokuthula Ngcobo 28-07-23 15:13

Zimbabwean Kaizer Chiefs star Willard Katsande has reportedly lost his second home. WILLARD KATSANDE ALLEGEDLY LOSES SECOND HOME In February, The South African reported that the former Kaizer Chiefs defender was on the brink of losing his R2 million house situated in Johannesburg. According to recent reports by Zimoja, the footballer and businessman’s second home was up for […]

Mzansi fans blame Ellis after 2-2 draw vs. Argentina

By Phumzile Ngcatshe 28-07-23 14:58

Disappointed Banyana Banyana and Mzansi fans are blaming coach Desiree Ellis whose team failed to bag a win over Argentina in their second FIFA World Cup match. Banyana were seemingly cruising to a hard fought win 2-0 win in the Group G clash held at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, but they allowed the Argentines to […]

Andile Dlamini

Exclusive: Banyana’s Dlamini recovering from heart-related illness

By Phumzile Ngcatshe 28-07-23 14:44

While the football fraternity is questioning Andile Dlamini’s exclusion in Banyana Banyana, it has emerged that the keeper is suffering from a heart-related illness. The South African exclusively gathered that the Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies and Banyana keeper, Dlamini is recovering from a life-threatening heart illness. ALSO READ I Banyana’s Ellis on why underfire Swart started ahead of Dlamini A […]

Lesedi Kapinga

Kapinga’s handler on what lured the ex-Sundowns star to Pirates

By Phumzile Ngcatshe 28-07-23 14:20

Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns player Lesedi Kapinga’s agent opens up on what lured his client to Orlando Pirates over PSL rivals. Moses Mudau revealed that his client, Kapinga was targeted by a number of DStv Premiership clubs after his exit at Sundowns, but he opted to join Pirates. ALSO READ I Riveiro on ex-Sundowns and Pirates signing Kapinga’s qualities Kapinga […]

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro vs Junior Khanye Nedbank Cup

FULL LIST: More Orlando Pirates players set to depart

By Craig Lewis 28-07-23 14:10

Ahead of the new season, there has been plenty of transfer movement at Orlando Pirates, with players coming and going as the Soweto giants look to build a squad capable of competing for trophies once again. This past week, Pirates announced that the club has reached an agreement with Maritzburg United for the services of Karim […]

Samir Nurkovic

Former Kaizer Chiefs striker gets North African lifeline

By James Richardson 28-07-23 13:49

Samir Nurkovic, a former striker for Kaizer Chiefs and Royal AM, continues training with Raja Club Athletic, according to head coach Josef Zinnbauer. Zinnbauer provided confirmation of Nurkovic’s presence to iDiski Times. ALSO READ: The latest PSL transfer rumours FORMER KAIZER CHIEFS STAR TURNS UP AT RAJA The 31-year-old Nurkovic is presently a free agent after being let go […]

Malcolm Marx put in a Man of the Match performance in his 50th Test for South Africa.

The major impact of Malcolm Marx starting

By Luke Menezies 28-07-23 13:31

THE SPRINGBOKS SECRET WEAPON You all know our man Malcolm Marx, right? This guy has been making waves in the world of rugby since his debut in 2016, showing off his crazy skills as a hooker. ALSO READ: Grant Williams: A shining star But there’s been plenty of chat about whether or not we’re really getting […]

Cheika revamps Argentina side for Springbok showdown

By Mariette Adams 28-07-23 13:17

Michael Cheika has made no fewer than five changes to Argentina’s starting lineup for Saturday’s potential Rugby Championship decider against the Springboks at Ellis Park. ALSO READ: Set your alarm — Banyana Banyana v Argentina in do or die clash While Argentina doesn’t have a realistic shot at the title, the Pumas will out to topple […]

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Towering Springbok fires warning shot at ‘feisty’ Pumas

By Mariette Adams 28-07-23 12:59

Springbok lock Marvin Orie has issued some fighting words aimed at Argentina ahead of Saturday’s crucial Rugby Championship encounter at Ellis Park. The Springboks square off against a motivated Argentina side in what could potentially be a Rugby Championship title decider (depending on the result between the All Blacks and Wallabies) in Johannesburg on Saturday afternoon. ALSO […]

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World Rugby rankings: Where Springboks will stand after Saturday

By Craig Lewis 28-07-23 12:44

The Springboks will be desperate to secure a bonus-point victory against at Ellis Park on Saturday, although it’s unlikely to be enough to clinch the Rugby Championship title. ALSO READ: Could these be THREE shock omissions from Boks’ RWC squad? If the All Blacks claim an expected win over Australia earlier in the day, the Kiwis […]

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