‘Difficult topics discussed at Proteas camp’, reveals Van der Dussen

Proteas batsman Rassie Van Der Dussen says the recent culture camp attended by members of the men’s national team yielded what was overall a “positive feeling”. The 32 attendees included first-team regulars, with some fringe players as well as a few uncapped rising stars. Van der Dussen reflects on Proteas camp According to Cricket South […]

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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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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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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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Kaizer Chiefs sweat over defensive duo ahead of crunch Baroka clash

Defenders Kgotso Moleko and Erick Mathoho are both injury doubts for Kaizer Chiefs going into the must-win encounter against Baroka at Bidvest Stadium on Saturday. Both players took part in the 1-0 win over Chippa United on Wednesday night, making it to the second half – only to limp off. Kaizer Chiefs injury news  Moleko […]

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Mamelodi Sundowns 3-0 Black Leopards: PSL highlights and results

Mamelodi Sundowns meet Black Leopards in a match that will help decide the PSL title and could also determine which side ends up in the promotion/relegation playoffs. Mamelodi Sundowns vs Black Leopards: PSL preview Sundowns come into this match off the back of a 3-0 triumph over basement boys Polokwane City, a result that has […]

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Watch: Rebels edge Force in a nailbiter to make Super Rugby AU playoffs

Matt Toomua converted a try at the death to book a Super Rugby AU playoff berth for the Melbourne Rebels Saturday, where they will meet the Queensland Reds who upset the table-topping ACT Brumbies. The Rebels needed to beat Western Force by at least four points to clinch third spot ahead of the NSW Waratahs […]

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