No soft landing for Deon Fourie as Stormers, Bulls prepare for latest 'car crash' derby

John Goliath|Published 54 minutes ago

Form counts for nothing when the North-South rivalry ignites. Deon Fourie returns to the front line as the Stormers look to end their losing streak against a Bulls side peaking at the perfect time.

Cedric Kaze defends Kaizer Chiefs’ progress amid rising fan pressure

Obakeng Meletse|Published 1 hour ago

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze insists Amakhosi are moving in the " right direction" despite a three-match losing streak ahead of their clash with Durban City. ...

Champions League reality check: English Premier League struggle in Round of 16

Rowan Callaghan|Published 1 hour ago

Despite a record six English clubs reaching the Champions League knockout stage, heavy defeats for Man City, Chelsea, and Spurs suggest the Premier League's dominance ...

Iqraam Rayners’ firepower key for Mamelodi Sundowns’ continental quest, says Manqoba Ngwenya

Obakeng Meletse|Published 7 hours ago

As CAF Champions League football returns to Loftus, Manqoba Ngwenya backs Iqraam Rayners to lead the line against Stade Malien.

THE LAST WORD ON RUGBY PODCAST | Alignment camp signals start of Springbok season with big URC derby on the horizon

Leighton Koopman|Updated now

In the latest episode of The Last Word on Rugby, the panel looks ahead to the Springboks’ international season after the first alignment camp, discusses Malcolm ...

Sorry John(s), it's a tragedy to extinguish Western Province rugby's flame

Zaahier Adams|Published 8 hours ago

Independent Media sports reporter Zaahier Adams argues that Western Province and the Stormers can co-exist.

Orlando Pirates must balance performances with results in title race, says Abdeslam Ouaddou

Mihlali Baleka|Published 8 hours ago

Abdeslam Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates must balance performances and results after an unconvincing win over Richards Bay kept them top.

Youthful Proteas head to New Zealand: Five young guns to watch

Ongama Gcwabe|Published 8 hours ago

With the big names resting for the IPL, a new generation of South African talent heads to the Shaky Isles. We profile the five " young guns" looking to make a massive ...

Orlando Pirates secure crucial win to reclaim top spot from Mamelodi Sundowns

Mihlali Baleka|Updated 16 hours ago

Goals from Oswin Appollis and Evidence Makgopa gave Orlando Pirates a 2-0 win over Richards Bay, moving them back to the Betway Premiership summit.

Mamelodi Sundowns' Teboho Mokoena joins festivities as Red Bull 1 Pal showcases Mzansi street football

Obakeng Meletse|Published 19 hours ago

The streets of Soweto came alive as the Red Bull 1 Pal tournament took centre stage, celebrating the energy, skill, and creativity of South African street football ...

Orbit College shift focus to survival after Sundowns defeat

Obakeng Meletse|Published 19 hours ago

Orbit College FC coach Pogiso Makhoye admitted his side were beaten by the superior quality of Mamelodi Sundowns after their 2–0 defeat in the Betway Premiership. ...

ICC denies favouritism as travel crisis gets stranded Proteas hot under the collar in India

Zaahier Adams|Published 20 hours ago

Tensions have boiled over in Kolkata as South African stars Quinton de Kock and David Miller hit out at the ICC.

Mamelodi Sundowns brace for crucial CAF Champions League quarter-final clash against Stade Malien

Mihlali Baleka|Published 20 hours ago

Mamelodi Sundowns host Stade Malien in a crucial CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg as coach Miguel Cardoso urges focus and defensive solidity.

Marco van Staden's hybrid prowess ready to power Bulls in derby against Stormers

John Goliath|Published 21 hours ago

Marcell Coetzee hails the fearless Marco van Staden ahead of his milestone 100th cap, as the Bulls prepare for a high-stakes battle at Loftus.

GAME DAY I Orlando Pirates aim to respond as Mamelodi Sundowns set the pace in title race

Obakeng Meletse|Published 22 hours ago

Orlando Pirates face a crucial test against Richards Bay FC in the Betway Premiership as they look to keep pace with leaders Mamelodi Sundowns in an increasingly ...

Kaizer Chiefs risk repeating past mistakes with reported move for Fernando Da Cruz

Mihlali Baleka|Published 23 hours ago

Reports linking Kaizer Chiefs with Fernando Da Cruz raise concerns the club is repeating mistakes instead of pursuing a fresh start.

Stormers' Deon Fourie ready to prove doubters wrong at Loftus after 'turning odometer back'

John Goliath|Published 23 hours ago

After a brutal two-year injury cycle, Deon Fourie is back. The Stormers legend jokes that his time off the pitch has " turned back the odometer" as he prepares for ...

Training for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon: Chasing the GOAT, Eliud Kipchoge

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published 1 day ago

" Discover how the prospect of running alongside marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge has transformed my approach to the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, pushing me to aim for ...

Why Cape Town must trade Western Province and Newlands nostalgia for a Stormers future

John Goliath|Published 1 day ago

Why are we still filming weeds at a decommissioned stadium? It is time to embrace the " shiny and new." We look at the necessity of brand alignment in the URC era ...

Bulls want to make Marco van Staden's 100th cap a special occasion against Stormers

Mike Greenaway|Published 1 day ago

As Marco van Staden prepares for his milestone match against the Stormers, captain Marcell Coetzee hails the " warrior" spirit of the Bulls' favourite flanker.