Mike Greenaway

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Sport

Celebrating the life and legacy of Cornal Hendricks

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Hendricks had, for some time, nursed a heart condition that temporarily suspended a playing career which included 15 Tests for South Africa and tenures with the ...

Watch Video‘Scary’ Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu on fire, but Moerat wants tighter Stormers URC defence against Benetton

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Following a thrilling win against Connacht, Stormers captain Salmaan Moerat highlights the urgent need for a robust defence to complement Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's ...

Plumtree warns Sharks: Talent alone won’t secure URC win over Edinburgh

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As the Sharks prepare to face Edinburgh with fourteen Springboks on the field, coach John Plumtree warns that talent alone won't guarantee victory in this crucial ...

Watch Video‘Expert’ Williams embarrassed himself by insinuating Kitshoff retired because of Springbok Bomb Squad

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Matt Williams, a former rugby coach, controversially suggested that Steven Kitshoff's retirement is linked to the Springbok Bomb Squad, igniting a fierce debate ...

Springboks legend Eben Etzebeth to captain Sharks in United Rugby Championship clash against Edinburgh

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Eben Etzebeth's return from injury boosts the Sharks as they prepare for a pivotal URC clash against Edinburgh, aiming for victory on the road.

Springbok Women to play Canada in double-headers with the Springboks in July

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The Springbok Women team contest the World Cup in August and they have secured excellent warm-up games against highly-ranked Canada.

Blitzboks hungry to win in Hong Kong for the first time

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The Springbok Sevens team have won tournaments all over the world and this weekend they hope to add Hong Kong to their list.

Watch VideoSazi Sandi credits Stormers veterans for growth as he gets set for Ulster

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Stormers tighthead Sazi Sandi reveals how mentorship from Frans Malherbe, Neethling Fouche and Brok Harris has fast-tracked his development as he prepares to start ...

Sharpeville united the world against apartheid but sporting isolation took too long — ask the All Blacks

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The Sharpeville Massacre that took place 65 years ago was condemned by the world but the All Blacks continued to play the Springboks for decades.

Watch VideoMajor coup for Bulls as Handré Pollard set to come home

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Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard is to rejoin the Bulls after he finishes playing in England to end months of speculation as to where he will next play.

Stormers suffer Schickerling blow ahead of Bulls game

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The Stormers face a significant challenge ahead of their crucial United Rugby Championship derby against the Bulls, with influential lock JD Schickerling sidelined ...

Stormers’ hopes hang by a thread in URC

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The Stormers face a critical United Rugby Championship match against the Bulls this Saturday, with their play-off hopes hanging by a thread. Currently in 12th place, ...

Sharks subs saved the day in Cardiff

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In a thrilling match, the Sharks secured a 42-22 victory over Cardiff, showcasing the strength of their impact players despite a lengthy injury list.

Siya Kolisi rested as Vincent Tshituka leads Sharks in Cardiff, Hakeem Kunene suspended

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It is a challenging time for Sharks coach John Plumtree as he juggles a heavy injury list with the reality of Springbok requirements, while also trying to win games. ...

SA rugby teams can’t be all things to all people

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Explore the reasons behind South African rugby teams' struggles in European competitions and the implications for player management.

Lions and Bulls prosper as Shark and Stormers flounder

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South African rugby teams faced a challenging week in European competitions, with only the Lions and Bulls performing well while others struggled.

Sharks lick their wounds ahead of Cardiff

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Sharks coach John Plumtree faces a mounting injury crisis as his team prepares for a challenging match against Cardiff, following a heavy defeat to Bordeaux.

Jurenzo Julius, Siya Masuku start as Sharks hit by injuries for Battle of Bordeaux

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Sharks coach John Plumtree said on Friday that he is at his wits’ end because of the deepening injury crisis ahead of Sunday’s Champions Cup clash against Bordeaux ...

Ruan Nortjé’s return brings hope for beleaguered Bulls

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Ruan Nortjé was having a dream 2024 until he suffered a horror hamstring tear, but after two months of rehab and rare family time, he is raring to go for the Bulls ...

Racing 92 litmus test awaits rejuvenated Stormers in Paris

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Assistant coach Dawie Snyman is positive that the 2025 Stormers vintage is different from the sorry lot that began the United Rugby Championship last year.

Siya Masuku has golden Bordeaux chance to state his Sharks case

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Many rugby supporters will be hoping that Sunday’s Champions Cup clash against Bordeaux is the beginning of another positive chapter in Siya Masuku’s Sharks career. ...

Bulls won’t start pointing fingers ahead of Stade Francais test, says Stedman Gans

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There is possible salvation for the Bulls in that they can qualify for the Challenge Cup if they start winning, but centre Stedman Gans said this is not front of ...

Phepsi Buthelezi: Sharks won’t be overawed by brilliant Bordeaux

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The Sharks have to get log points against Bordeaux to stand a chance of making the Champions Cup playoffs, and must pull themselves together after being outclassed ...

Cooler Bordeaux may help Sharks to find their bite on attack

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The Sharks will have their work cut out for them this weekend as Bordeaux are leading the French Top 14, have beaten Toulouse recently, and are unbeaten in the Champions ...

Stormers must ‘give it back’ to Sale, urges Marcel Theunissen

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The Stormers pack will back themselves against a physical Sale Sharks outfit after encouraging performances by their forwards in recent matches.