Cricket South Africa taken to task over ‘destructive’ racial quotas

The Institute of Race Relations (IRR) says it will approach the International Cricket Council (ICC) with a complaint regarding transformation targets in South African cricket. Domestic teams are currently required to field six players of colour in every fixture with at least three black Africans included. In international cricket, the same overall number applies, with […]

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Kaizer Chiefs advised to enjoy ‘final lap’ against Baroka

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Siphiwe Tshabalala has advised the Soweto giants to enjoy the final lap in their title chase. Amakhosi square off against Baroka in the league finale on Saturday, and go into the fixture still in pole position, but tied on points with defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns. Siphiwe Tshabalala’s advice to Kaizer Chiefs  […]

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Currie Cup 2020/21: Cheetahs coach warns of dangers of summer rugby

South African rugby is set to resume in the next few weeks but it appears likely that the bulk of Currie Cup fixtures will be played in summer. While the Super Rugby season starts in February, which is the hottest month of the year in most places across South Africa, it will be unusual to […]

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PSL: Referees boss chimes in on controversial officiating

The PSL has been plagued by controversial officiating from referees and their assistants, and the issue was once again on the spotlight on the season’s penultimate round of fixtures, where Kaizer Chiefs defeated Chippa United to remain top of the standings. Referee, Jerry Chavani disallowed what looked like an equaliser from the Chilli Boys, when […]

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Hansen labels SBW the greatest athlete he has ever coached

Former New Zealand coach Steve Hansen admits to being in awe of the athleticism of Sonny Bill Williams who stands out for him in a 24-year coaching career. Hansen labels SBW’ greatest athlete’ he has coached Hansen said that while Richie McCaw was the best rugby player he had ever had in his charge, Williams […]

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PSL 2019/20 finale: Five teams that could suffer the dreaded drop

The PSL 2019/20 campaign heads into its finale on Saturday, with five clubs not guaranteed a spot in the top flight next season. For one of the 16 teams that competed in the top tier of South African football in the soon-to-be-concluded campaign, the journey ends over the weekend. PSL relegation battle  One more outfit […]

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Former Springbok center Peter Cronje passes away aged 70

SA Rugby have paid tribute to former Springbok center Peter Cronje, who passed away on early on Friday 4 September after a battle with cancer, at the age of 70. Cronje, who would have turned 71 later this month, played 15 matches for South Africa, between 1971 and 1974, including seven test matches and scored […]

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ICC T20I rankings: Banton, Hafeez make huge gains in standings

England opener Tom Banton and Pakistan’s experienced middle-order batsman Mohammad Hafeez made significant gains in the ICC T20I Rankings after their superb showings in the three-match series that ended in a 1-1 draw on 1 September. England vs Pakistan effects ICC T20I rankings Banton’s tally of 137 runs, including a knock of 71 in the […]

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Mamelodi Sundowns vs Black Leopards: PSL preview and kick-off time

Mamelodi Sundowns have the PSL title on their minds but know that victory over Black Leopards may not be enough to secure a third straight Premiership. Mamelodi Sundowns vs Black Leopards: PSL preview Sundowns come into this match in second place with goal difference separating them from leaders Kaizer Chiefs. The Brazilians closed that gap […]

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Baroka vs Kaizer Chiefs: PSL preview and kick-off time

The PSL title beckons for Kaizer Chiefs, who visit a desperate Baroka side at Bidvest Stadium in their final fixture of the season on Saturday. Baroka vs Kaizer Chiefs: PSL review  It’s a must-win clash for both sides, who will be keeping a keen interest in another make-or-break clash between defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns and […]

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