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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Kaizer Chiefs have had an easier programme, says Mosimane

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane says Kaizer Chiefs have had the easier programme between the two PSL title-chasers. The two giants of South African football go into the final round of fixtures of the season locked on 59 points, with Amakhosi on top of the log standings by virtue of a superior goal difference. Mamelodi […]

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PSL: Polokwane City defeated by Bidvest Wits, relegated from top-flight

A 3-1 defeat to Bidvest Wits sealed the fate of Polokwane City, who were relegated from the first tier of the PSL after finishing last in the standings. Rise and Shine came into the fixture with an uphill climb facing them, as they needed an eight-goal winning margin over an equally determined side. The end […]

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