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New champion guaranteed at 115th SA Open as Italy’s Laporta takes control in Stellenbosch

Leighton Koopman|Published

With defending champion Dylan Naidoo out, the 115th SA Open is set for a thrilling finish this weekend in Stellenbosch as Italian Francesco Laporta takes the sole lead following round two.

Watch VideoJD Schickerling leads Stormers as Feinberg-Mngomezulu zeros in at 10 for Lions URC clash

Leighton Koopman|Published

Lock JD Schickerling steps into the captaincy for the Stormers as they face the Lions at Ellis Park, allowing flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to concentrate on ...

Watch VideoWish List seeks to break 26-year drought for fillies in Cape Derby at Kenilworth

Herman Gibbs|Published

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Watch VideoNkosinathi Sibisi vows to etch his name in Soweto derby history

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Captain Nkosinathi Sibisi aims to lead Orlando Pirates to a derby win, end their slump, and cement his place in the club's history by chasing the league title.

Southern Gauteng, Western Province set up 2026 SA Indoor Hockey IPT finals showdown in Durban

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A flurry of goals and late drama defined semi-final day as the men’s and women’s A Section finalists were confirmed.

Italian golfer Andrea Pavan 'can walk and talk' after falling down lift shaft before SA Open

Leighton Koopman|Published

After a strong second round at the SA Open, Italian Francesco Laporta expresses relief over Andrea Pavan's recovery after a shocking lift accident ahead of the tournament. ...

Lions load up on forward power for Stormers showdown at Ellis Park

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Ivan van Rooyen backs scrum strength, lineout accuracy and breakdown intensity as Emirates Lions prepare for decisive URC clash against the Stormers in Johannesburg. ...

Watch VideoBulls opt for powerful 'bomb squad' as Johan Ackermann rotates for URC derby with Sharks

Mike Greenaway|Published

ohan Ackermann has shuffled his forwards for the visit of the Sharks, with Jan-Hendrik Wessels moving into the middle of a revamped front row at Loftus.

Diego Bandu dismantles Luke Michael at EFC 131 KNOX Legacy Series

Julian Kiewietz|Published

Thursday night's EFC 131 marked Cape Town's resurgence as the Fight Capital of Mzansi, showcasing thrilling bouts and a triumphant return for Africa’s premier MMA ...

Watch VideoStellenbosch FC eye continued revival under Hunt against AmaZulu

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Stellenbosch FC will look to extend their recent unbeaten run under coach Gavin Hunt when they host AmaZulu FC at Danie Craven Stadium on Friday

Watch VideoSoweto derby: Orlando Pirates' Abdeslam Ouaddou gets extra firepower to shoot down Kaizer Chiefs

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Key players Evidence Makgopa and Thalente Mbatha return to Orlando Pirates training, boosting the squad ahead of the must-win Soweto derby clash with Kaizer Chiefs. ...

Watch VideoPermutations | Proteas desperate to stay in India for T20 World Cup semi after run at 'Cyril Ramaphosa Stadium'

John Goliath|Published

Having turned Ahmedabad into a fortress, South Africa’s biggest threat to a maiden World Cup final might not be an opponent, but a logistical shift to Colombo triggered ...

Watch VideoSharks coach JP Pietersen demands clinical edge to sink the Bulls in URC derby

Mike Greenaway|Published

Following a 22-error horror show against the Lions, Sharks coach JP Pietersen has challenged his side to tighten up their execution for Saturday's daunting trip ...

Watch VideoTHE LAST WORD ON RUGBY PODCAST | Rassie Erasmus sends clear message with bold Springboks alignment camp squad

Leighton Koopman|Published

Rassie Erasmus named a bold 49-man Springboks squad, sparking questions about the future of veterans like Willie le Roux.

Watch VideoSoweto Derby of belief: Why Kaze is trusting Kaizer Chiefs’ Shabalala and Vilakazi to deliver

Smiso Msomi|Published

With title hopes on the line, Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze expresses confidence in his young players ahead of the crucial Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates ...

Watch VideoDerby day defiance: Nkosinathi Sibisi dismisses Orlando Pirates slump ahead of Kaizer Chiefs clash

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi has dismissed suggestions that back-to-back defeats have increased pressure on the squad ahead of Saturday’s Soweto derby ...

Four-way tie at 115th SA Open sets up crucial day two in Stellenbosch

Leighton Koopman|Published

Excitement builds at the 115th South African Open as four players are locked in a thrilling tie for first place, setting the stage for a dramatic day two in the ...

Rough justice: SA Open delivers early reality check at brutal Stellenbosch Golf Club

Leighton Koopman|Published

Former champion Dean Burmester thrived while several big names stumbled as wind and rough dominated the opening round of the South African Open at Stellenbosch.

Watch VideoFormer Kazier Chiefs defender Morgan Gould advices Amakhosi to 'play the game, not the occasion' against Orlando Pirates

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Morgan Gould has urged Amakhosi to ignore the hype surrounding the Soweto derby and concentrate on securing three crucial points against ...

Watch VideoAbdeslam Ouaddou oozes confidence Orlando Pirates will return to winning ways in the Soweto Derby

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is confident for the Soweto Derby, urging players to enjoy the occasion and stay focused.