Ashfak Mohamed

Sports Journalist

Kicking game, defence the big tests awaiting Springboks against Barbarians, says Mzwandile Stick

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Knowing coach Robbie Deans – multiple Super Rugby champion with the Crusaders and former Wallaby mentor – the Barbarians will have a New Zealand template to work ...

Junior Springboks know how to connect, says coach Foote ahead of World U20 opener

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Junior Bok coach Kevin Foote announced his match-23 on Friday for the clash against the Junior Wallabies at the San Michele Stadium in Calvisano (3. 30pm SA time ...

Good and tough times makes it so much more special, says new Springbok captain Jesse Kriel

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Jesse Kriel has walked a long road with the Springboks, and is excited to have the honour of captaining the team against the Barbarians on Saturday.

Watch VideoSA 800m star Prudence Sekgodiso thrilled with ‘MR PB’ after stunning run in Ostrava

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After overcoming recent setbacks, Prudence Sekgodiso dazzles with a new personal best in Ostrava, setting her sights on the world championships in Tokyo.

Watch VideoBulls and Jake White should invoke Springboks’ spirit and put team first to sort out issues

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It shouldn’t be a case of “It’s either us or Jake” who must leave the Bulls, writes Ashfak Mohamed.

Watch VideoOPINION: Springbok fans, get ready for the Asenathi Ntlabakanye Show against the Barbarians

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Barbarians games are usually played in a festive nature, with a party atmosphere sure to be in the air at a packed Cape Town Stadium. But Boks fans should get ready ...

All Blacks Telea, Frizell join Stormers lock Van Heerden in Barbarians squad for Springbok showdown

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The Barbarians have finally released their squad to take on the Springboks – and there are some seriously talented players that will give the world champions a proper ...

Watch VideoAfter Lord’s glory, Temba Bavuma lifting 2027 World Cup in SA would truly exorcise Proteas ghosts of 1992, 1999

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The white-ball formats have been particularly galling for the Proteas, and the 50-over arena especially so. Imagine Temba Bavuma could hoist the 2027 World Cup trophy? ...

Watch VideoAkker van der Merwe urges Bulls to play with ‘a smile on their faces’ in Leinster URC final

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Perhaps turning 34 next week has made him a bit more philosophical, but Akker van der Merwe stated that the Bulls must avoid getting caught up in the occasion of ...

Watch VideoHigh work-rate vital for Bulls to stop up-tempo Leinster in their tracks in URC final, says Marcell Coetzee

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Avoiding soft moments such as conceding yellow cards will be the key to victory for the Bulls in the URC final against Leinster, says loose forward Marcell Coetzee. ...

Watch VideoHave no doubts afterwards, Willie le Roux tells Bulls in Dublin URC final crunch against Leinster

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Willie le Roux feels that the key to victory over Leinster in the URC final will be about handling the magnitude of the occasion – not only in dealing with the atmosphere, ...

Springbok Women survive late rally from Kenya to maintain unbeaten run at Rugby Africa Cup

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They made it difficult for themselves, but the Springbok Women continued their unbeaten run at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup by beating a determined Kenya in Madagascar. ...

Watch VideoJack of all trades David Kriel now a master for Jake White’s Bulls in URC final against Leinster

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David Kriel has proven to be an invaluable asset for the Bulls, showcasing his versatility on the field. As they prepare for the URC final against Leinster, Kriel ...

Watch VideoJake White: D-Day for Bulls to show how good they are in Leinster URC final

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Will the Bulls finally overcome their past disappointments in the URC final against Leinster? Coach Jake White believes this match is a chance to prove their worth ...

Watch VideoCan young bucks spark Rassie Erasmus’ Springbok ‘Dad’s Army’ for 2027 World Cup?

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Rassie Erasmus must navigate the tricky waters of team selection for the Springboks, balancing seasoned veterans with emerging talent as they prepare for the 2027 ...

Watch VideoWilco Louw one of three reasons Bulls can upset Leinster in URC final

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Here are three factors that are actually in the Bulls’ favour to cause an almighty upset against Leinster in the URC final in Dublin. . .

Watch VideoJake White has some big calls to make as Bulls wary of Edinburgh ‘momentum’ for URC quarter-finals

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Coach Jake White will announce his Bulls team on Friday afternoon, and he has a number of major decisions to make to ensure that his team get off to a necessary ...

Watch VideoJake White now not so ‘scared to put guys in’ as Bulls eye URC title

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Crunch time has arrived in the URC, and it is all about beating Edinburgh in Saturday’s quarter-final at Loftus Versfeld for the Bulls and coach Jake White.

Watch Video‘Hope’ springs eternal for Jake White as lessons of loss can turn Bulls into URC winners

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After a heart-breaking loss and the passing of teammate Cornal Hendricks, the Bulls are determined to rise again in the URC, drawing on past lessons to secure victory. ...

Watch VideoShould Bulls captain Ruan Nortjé stay at flank in Edinburgh URC quarter-final?

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The Bulls face a crucial decision on their loose-forward selection for the URC quarter-final against Edinburgh, with captain Ruan Nortjé's position under scrutiny. ...

Watch VideoSo many questions for Rassie at Bok camp as Sacha, RG push for starts

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With the Springbok alignment camps underway, Rassie Erasmus faces critical decisions as players like Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and RG Snyman compete for starting ...

Watch VideoGerhard Steenekamp back in training for Bulls, Jake White unhappy about supposed Matanzima Sharks ‘deal’

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Gerhard Steenekamp was an integral part of the Bulls’ journey to the 2022 and 2024 URC finals, and became a Springbok as a result, where he is the undoubted understudy ...

Watch VideoNo Papier, but Hanekom, Le Roux bolster Bulls for Cardiff URC clash at Loftus Versfeld

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The Bulls have received a significant boost for Saturday's URC game against Cardiff with the return of Marcell Coetzee, Cameron Hanekom and Willie le Roux.

Watch VideoJuarno ‘Trokkie’ Augustus has all the tools to drive Springboks at No 8

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Juarno Augustus, the last South African to win the world’s best Under-20 player award, is making waves in the rugby world. With his recent performances for Northampton ...

Watch VideoSacha and Stefan can make Stormers breathe fire once more against Dragons

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The Stormers are hitting their straps at the perfect moment ahead of the playoffs, and while the big-name Springboks have been in the headlines, scrumhalf Stefan ...