In the wake of the Springboks team announcement, Jacques Nienaber says he has to master a fine balancing act between experience and youth in the run-up to the World Cup. ALSO READ: Unpopular opinion: Springboks’ latest loss was also a WIN Nienaber named a revamped Springbok lineup to front Argentina in their third and final Rugby […]

Tommy Fleetwood will aim to complete the Nedbank Golf Challenge hat-trick when he returns to Sun City’s Gary Player Country Club from 9-12 November 2023. ALSO READ | List: Who has won the most golf Majors? The European Ryder Cup star last year successfully defended the trophy, which he first won in 2019, as ‘Africa’s Major’ returned to the DP World […]

Duane Vermeulen will lead a new-look Springboks team in their final Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday. ALSO READ: Unpopular opinion: Springboks’ latest loss was also a WIN The veteran No 8 will lead the team in what could be the competition decider depending on the result between New […]

At the start of the Rugby Championship, two veterans who have been sorely missed by the Springboks are Siya Kolisi and Handre Pollard, each being one of the most influential players in the forward pack and backline respectively. Both are virtually irreplaceable players in this Springbok set up, although the good news is that the […]

The Springboks will head into their final Rugby Championship clash against Argentina Ellis Park this Saturday (kick off at 5pm), and on Tuesday coach Jacques Nienaber unveiled his latest matchday squad selection. ALSO READ: Four players who cannot afford to flop for Springbok side Nienaber made nine changes to the starting team that went down 35-20 against […]

SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt has explained the possibility of seeing his keeper George Chigova facing the possibility for early retirement. The South African has gathered that the Zimbabwean keeper has been diagnosed with a heart-related problem and might hang up his gloves. ALSO READ: On loan Mamelodi Sundowns striker speaks about his future However, Hunt […]

After plenty of previous speculation about the future of Lesedi Kapinga following his departure from Mamelodi Sundowns, it was quite recently reported that Pirates could be monitoring the situation of the midfielder. ALSO READ | More Chiefs players set to be cut from squad – report The Buccaneers have now swooped in to secure his services, with the club […]

Dai Young has left his role as Director of Rugby at one of the top URC club’s with immediate effect after an investigation into bullying allegations. Young was suspended from his role on April 20 due to the allegations, which he categorically denied. A barrister ruled that there was “insufficient evidence to support the allegations”. […]

One of the enduring talking points since the start of the Springbok season has revolved around whether the national coaches should still be sticking to a strategy of deploying a ‘bomb squad’ of bench players. ALSO READ: What time is kick off for Springboks v Argentina on Saturday? During the last Test against the All Blacks, […]

French luxury brand LVMH announced on Monday it will be a “premium sponsor” of the 2024 Paris Olympics. ALSO READ: Oprah Winfrey in South Africa talks about the impact of trauma LVMH becomes the sixth top-tier domestic sponsor, allowing the Olympics organisers to practically reach their sponsorship target of €1.24 billion. DIARISE | When will Banyana Banyana next be […]

Africa’s first-ever Netball World Cup has grounded its feet in the Mother City. All 16 competing nations officially touch down in Cape Town and start preparations for the first centre pass, which takes place on 28 July 2023 at CTICC. Excitement is mounting as Africa’s first Netball World Cup is officially a couple of days […]

Maritzburg star Karim Kimvuidi looks set to reject the overtures of Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates in favour of a switch to the MLS. TEAM NEWS: Five Amakhosi players currently SIDELINED with injuries KIMVUIDI HEADING STATESIDE, SPURNING KAIZER CHIEFS AND ORLANDO PIRATES? According to a report on SoccerLaduma, talented 21-year-old Congolese star Karim Kimvuidi is wanted […]

Global sports company Puma on Monday launched a United Warriors pop-up store for the duration of the 2023 Netball World Cup in Cape Town. ALSO READ: Proteas skipper Msomi bags personalised shoes from PUMA Puma South Africa is the official kit supplier for Netball South Africa in the Netball World Cup and in March this year […]

Trevor Francis, Britain’s first £1 million footballer, has died at the age of 69 from a heart attack, a family spokesperson said on Monday. The forward’s blockbuster move to Nottingham Forest from Birmingham took place in February 1979 and he scored the winning goal in the European Cup final just months later. ALSO READ | Kaizer […]

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Thulani Serero has been linked with Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns since he became a free agent. The 33-year-old parted ways with his UAE club Al Jazira after four years at the club. Serero finds himself without a club during pre-season but a player of his caliber has many options. ALSO READ: Hunt ‘laughs’ […]

Mixed-martial arts fighter Dricus du Plessis has thanked God and South Africans for standing in his corner following a tough few weeks. This follows his UFC 290 victory and his clash with rival Israel Adesanya. Earlier this month, the Pretoria-born fighter won a crucial match against his opponent Robert Whittaker in Las Vegas. Dricus is […]

The latest information doing the rounds in KwaZulu-Natal is that AmaZulu are looking to lure Orlando Pirates veteran goalkeeper Siyabonga Mpontshane to Durban. According to media reports in the province, the veteran keeper Mpontshane could be courted by AmaZulu who are looking to beef up their goalkeeping department. ALSO READ I Pirates star reveals how Arsenal’s […]

South Africa, get ready for an exciting showcase of rugby! Our boys, the Springboks, are preparing for the eagerly anticipated clash against Argentina, and they are heading into the match with dual objectives. It’s not just about winning, but also about rotating the squad to give our emerging players some invaluable experience on the international […]

Frans Malherbe has admitted that the Springboks are expecting a physically demanding battle when they front Argentina in a Rugby Championship Test on Saturday. ALSO READ: Top Cape rugby coach to face charges for punching minor PERMUTATIONS AHEAD OF RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL ROUND Should the Wallabies defeat the All Blacks in Melbourne earlier on Saturday, the […]

The Springboks team is currently ranked fourth on the World Rugby rankings, and will head into the World Cup widely regarded as underdogs when it comes to talk of retaining their title. ALSO READ: Is this what the Springboks team to face Argentina will look like? An underdog tag will be seen as a possible plus […]

South African athlete Wayde van Niekerk keeps on flying… despite airline cancellations and delays! The 31-year old remains undefeated in 2023 as he triumphed in the 400m event at the London Diamond League athletics meet on Sunday. But he almost didn’t make it, when a delayed flight meant he arrived late at Heathrow Airport and […]

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 off SA time), but the Springboks will be desperately hoping that the Wallabies can do them a favour. ALSO READ: Is this what the Springboks team to face Argentina […]

The Springboks have endured an up and down start to the 2023 Test season, having opted to split their squad for the first two Tests of the Rugby Championship. It’s reported that the national side will look to field their strongest-possible lineup for their final World Cup warm-up against New Zealand at Twickenham, but before […]

There are just two games to go against Argentina before the Springboks finalise their 33-man World Cup squad, which will be announced on Tuesday, 8 August. Here we take a look at a few current players in the wider training group who might be running out of time to make a play for selection. ALSO READ: […]

The Springboks are expected to make several changes to their starting lineup for this weekend’s clash against Argentina, which kicks off at Ellis Park at 5.05pm. ALSO READ: Eight Springboks running out of time for World Cup selection The likes of Kurt-Lee Arendse and Jesse Kriel are expected to come into the backline to face Argentina, […]