Just In: Kaizer Chiefs part ways with Coach Ernst Middendorp

Kaizer Chiefs, on Wednesday 9 September, said it decided to part ways with Coach Ernst Middendorp with immediate effect. This comes after reviews were conducted by Kaizer Chiefs Chairman Kaizer Motaung and the club’s management.  Amakhosi released a statement saying it considered many aspects before coming to the decision.   “We deliberated and considered many aspects […]

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Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Bartlett follows Middendorp out the door

Kaizer Chiefs continued their backroom staff overhaul with the release of assistant coach Shaun Bartlett, who was let go on Thursday 10 September. Middendorp was left carrying the bag after Kaizer Chiefs blew a ten-point advantage in the PSL title race, slipping from first on the final day of the season in heartbreaking fashion for […]

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Neil McKenzie returns to SA cricket as high-performance batting consultant

Former Proteas batting coach Neil McKenzie has become the latest appointment as Director of Cricket Graeme Smith conducts an overhaul of the coaching structures. McKenzie will work with the men’s, women’s, Under-19 and academy squads and report directly to Smith. The former Proteas batsman resigned a position with the Bangladesh Cricket Board last month. He […]

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Rugby Australia temporarily suspends Wallabies 60-cap rule

Rugby Australia has amended its eligibility rules for the Wallabies, allowing two overseas-based players who do not meet the 60-cap criteria to be selected. The change will only be in place for the remainder of 2020 according to Aussie rugby bosses. Wallabies 60-cap rule suspended by Rugby Australia Rugby Australia interim chief Rob Clarke described the […]

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Proteas legend Jonty Rhodes to become coach of Sweden

Former South Africa Test player Jonty Rhodes has been appointed as Sweden’s head coach as part of plans for “growth and development” of the game, the country’s cricket federation announced on Thursday. “Swedish Cricket Federation to invest in junior cricket, high performance and growth through the appointment of South African cricket great, Jonty Rhodes as […]

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Kaizer Chiefs coach: Gavin Hunt and Stuart Baxter tapped up for job

Gavin Hunt is reportedly the frontrunner in the race to become Kaizer Chiefs next coach with the former Bidvest Wits tactician is yet to confirm contact from the club. Who will be Kaizer Chiefs next coach? Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila, who bought Bidvest Wits PSL franchise, chose not to take on Hunt’s services. Ernst Middendorp was […]

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WP Rugby president Marais says they won’t be drawn into mudslinging

Western Province Rugby Football Union president Zelt Marais has responded to outgoing independent board member Raymond van Niekerk’s comments to the media. Marais said that he would not be drawn into a war of words with the outgoing member. WP Rugby president Marais doesn’t want a war of words Van Niekerk expressed grave concern at […]

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IPL cricket goes back to bat in new location and with new sponsor

It’s been almost 18 months since cricket’s biggest club competition’s 12th season came to an end. That’s when the Mumbai Indians lifted the Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy in front of more than 50 000 fans in Hyderabad. The 2020 edition of the tournament was due to begin back in March before the global pandemic […]

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Rugby Championship 2020: Doubts over Springboks participation

South Africa’s participation in The Rugby Championship, which is set to be held towards the end of the year, is yet to be confirmed, according to tournament organisers Sanzaar. Australia was revealed as the hosts of the 2020 edition of the southern hemisphere’s premier rugby competition. It will take place within the December-November international window […]

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SA Rugby hopes to clear certain ‘hurdles’ before Springboks return

SA Rugby chief executive Jurie Roux says there are a few issues that need to be ironed out before the Springboks are cleared to return to action. It was confirmed earlier on Friday that the 2020 edition of The Rugby Championship will – in its entirety – take place in Australia in the international window […]

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