John Plumtree was part of the original Sharks’ band that delivered an iconic piece of 1990s rap music that rocked Kings Park. Sharks coach and rapper John Plumtree. Photo: Sharks Rugby/Supplied READ MORE: Sharks tie down Ntuthuko Mchunu for another 2 years John Plumtree was part of the original Sharks’ band that delivered an iconic […]

Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane has suggested Orlando Pirates should be wary of a wounded Amakhosi outfit this Saturday. Arthur Zwane, coach of Kaizer Chiefs. Photo: BackpagePix READ MORE: Benni McCarthy makes massive claim about his former clubs Amakhosi will meet Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup semi-final at FNB stadium this coming Saturday, with […]

Kolisi underwent the operation on Friday and Springbok team doctor and his medical team will continue to monitor his recovery. Springboks medical team says it’s too early to make a call on Siya Kolisi’s injury. Image: Twitter @springboks SA Rugby said on Wednesday it would monitor the rehabilitation of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi. READ MORE: […]

On Saturday, 6 May, 150 years of the oldest schoolboy rugby derby in the country – SACS v Bishops – will take place at Bishops. On Saturday, 6 May, 150 years of the oldest schoolboy rugby derby in the country – SACS v Bishops – will take place at Bishops. Photo: SACS website On Saturday, 6 […]

Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Tlhopane Motsepe has provided an update on the contract talks of head coach Rhulani Mokwena. Patrice Motsepe’s son, Thlopane Motsepe, has taken over as Sundowns’ chairman. Image: @Masandawana/Twitter. Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Tlhopane Motsepe has provided an update on the contract talks of head coach Rhulani Mokwena. ALSO READ | AMAZULU VS MAMELODI SUNDOWNS: HOW TO WATCH THE […]

Breaking barriers: Bulls lead the way by becoming the first South African union to launch professional women’s team. The Bulls Daisies squad. Photo: Supplied. In a watershed moment for women’s rugby in South Africa, the Bulls announced a 35-member ‘Daisies’ squad who are to be given professional contracts. ALSO READ: Bulls building ‘something special’ In a statement […]

The official route distance of this year’s 96th Comrades Marathon from Pietermaritzburg to Durban on Sunday, 11 June will be 87.701km. ALSO READ | Comrades Marathon legend Bruce Fordyce pays tribute to Sam Tshabalala Upon completion of the official route course measurement conducted by the Comrades Marathon Association’s (CMA) Route Portfolio, Department of Transports Road Traffic Inspectorate and Msunduzi Traffic, CMA […]

The Stormers will advance to the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship after they face the Bulls, if the bookmakers are indeed correct. Hacjivah Dayimani on the charge for the Stormers. Photo: SA Rugby The Stormers will advance to the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship if the bookmakers are indeed correct. Sure, the game […]

Springbok front-rower Ntuthuko Mchunu has agreed to a contract extension with the Durban-based Sharks for the next two years. Springbok front-rower Ntuthuko Mchunu has agreed to a contract extension with the Durban-based Sharks for the next two years. Photo: @Springboks website Springbok front-rower Ntuthuko Mchunu has agreed to a contract extension with the Durban-based Sharks. WATCH | Carpool Karaoke with […]

The Springboks will face the All Blacks in a Rugby World Cup warm-up match in August – and it’s likely to be a sell-out judging by the number of tickets already sold. ALSO READ | Rachel Kolisi | Pray for Siya: ‘I’ve seen God do it before’ The two teams collide in their final warm-up game […]

The match officials appointed to take charge of the United Rugby Championship (URC) quarter-final between the Stormers and Bulls have been confirmed. ALSO READ: URC playoffs — Who will play against who in the quarter-finals Jaco Peyper has been appointed as the referee for this weekend’s eagerly-awaited all-South African showdown between the Stormers and Bulls in Cape Town. Peyper will be assisted […]

Thousands of children in rural South Africa are set to learn how to ride and maintain bicycles, thanks to an innovative partnership between organisations from the UK and South Africa which will establish a specialist cycle hub. Since 2016, the University of Leeds and the Bambisanani Partnership have devised and delivered a Cycling to Success […]

DStv Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have been rated as the top side in Africa, but Rhlani Mokwena is having none of it. Sundowns coach Rhulani Mokwena delivers a press conference. Image: @Masandawana/Twitter. After suffering a 6-2 defeat from Mamelodi Sundowns over two quarter-final legs, CR Belouizdad coach Nabil Kouki has rated Kabo Yellow as the […]

Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane has made a damning admission after this past weekend’s shock loss to Swallows. Arthur Zwane, coach of Kaizer Chiefs. Photo: Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix Kaizer Chiefs’ hopes of finishing in the top two in the DStv Premiership effectively suffered a catastrophic blow after a disappointing 2-1 defeat to lowly Swallows at the Peter Mokaba […]

History doesn’t matter: ‘Don’t measure us halfway through the competition’, says Jake White. Bulls wing Kurt-Lee Arendse in action against the Stormers. Photo: Anton Geyser. Jake White is bullish about the Bulls’ prospects of beating the Stormers in their quarter-final showdown in Cape Town this weekend. ALSO READ: Springboks – Six Potential openside flank options to […]

Towards the end of last year, Rassie Erasmus reiterated the importance and power of social media, admitting he had to change his approach to using this platform. Such sentiments came soon after World Rugby dramatically issued Erasmus with another ban on all match-day activities for two Tests as a result of social media posts on […]

South Africa win both games on the opening day of the Rugby Seven’s Challenger Series as they aim to nab a spot on the international circuit The Springbok Women’s Sevens team celebrating their win. Image via Instagram @worldrugby7s Having won the first leg of the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series, the South African Women are […]

Mamelodi Sundowns will be hoping their fans turn out in their droves to support them in their quest to reach the CAF Champions League semis. Mamelodi Sundowns will be hoping their fans turn out in their droves to support them in their quest to reach the CAF Champions League semis. Photo: Twitter @Masandawana Mamelodi Sundowns are […]

The good news just keeps on coming for the Springboks, with the latest being that Cheslin Kolbe is back in action following an injury scare. Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe. Photo: Getty Images. Springboks wing Cheslin Kolbe has been fast-tracked into Toulon’s starting lineup after regaining full fitness following an injury scare. LIVE UPDATES: SPRINGBOKS’ ROAD TO […]

Teko Modise has launched a critical attack on Orlando Pirates players, saying they are not mentally ready to don the club’s jersey. Orlando Pirates Players Image by:(@OrlandoPirates/Twitter) Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates midfielder Teko Modise has lashed out at Pirates players, saying they don’t seem to value the club’s badge. Modise alleges that the current […]

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi had surgery on his injured knee on Friday just four months before the 2023 Rugby World Cup kicks off. Springboks captain Siya Kolisi had surgery on his injured knee on Friday just four months before the 2023 Rugby World Cup kicks off. Photo: Shaun Roy/BackpagePix Springboks captain Siya Kolisi had surgery on his injured […]

South African sailer Kirsten Neuschäfer has WON the Golden Globe race around the world, making history as the first woman sailor to win single-handed race around the world! Golden Globe Race said: « Kirsten Neuschäfer (39) / South Africa / Cape George 36 – “MINNEHAHA” officially became the first woman to win a round the […]

A lengthy suspension has been handed down to former Bulls coach Pote Human after he slapped an opposition coach last weekend. Human, who is now working in the United States, sparked an on-field brawl after slapping an opposition coach in a shocking incident that made headline across the globe. The extraordinary video clip from a […]

The Springboks will face the All Blacks at Twickenham in August – and it’s likely to be a sell-out looking at the number of seats already sold. The two teams collide in their final warm up game ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup which will see the Springboks looking to defend their title. It […]

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed their latest addition – an exciting, skillful midfielder will be playing in Naturena next season. Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane drills his men at training. Image: @kaizerchiefs / Twitter Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed their latest addition – an exciting, skillful midfielder will be playing in Naturena next season. MUST SEE: INSIDE PITSO […]