Africa’s first-ever Netball World Cup has grounded its feet in the Mother City. All 16 competing nations officially touch down in Cape Town and start preparations for the first centre pass, which takes place on 28 July 2023 at CTICC. Excitement is mounting as Africa’s first Netball World Cup is officially a couple of days […]

Maritzburg star Karim Kimvuidi looks set to reject the overtures of Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates in favour of a switch to the MLS. TEAM NEWS: Five Amakhosi players currently SIDELINED with injuries KIMVUIDI HEADING STATESIDE, SPURNING KAIZER CHIEFS AND ORLANDO PIRATES? According to a report on SoccerLaduma, talented 21-year-old Congolese star Karim Kimvuidi is wanted […]

Global sports company Puma on Monday launched a United Warriors pop-up store for the duration of the 2023 Netball World Cup in Cape Town. ALSO READ: Proteas skipper Msomi bags personalised shoes from PUMA Puma South Africa is the official kit supplier for Netball South Africa in the Netball World Cup and in March this year […]

Trevor Francis, Britain’s first £1 million footballer, has died at the age of 69 from a heart attack, a family spokesperson said on Monday. The forward’s blockbuster move to Nottingham Forest from Birmingham took place in February 1979 and he scored the winning goal in the European Cup final just months later. ALSO READ | Kaizer […]

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Thulani Serero has been linked with Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns since he became a free agent. The 33-year-old parted ways with his UAE club Al Jazira after four years at the club. Serero finds himself without a club during pre-season but a player of his caliber has many options. ALSO READ: Hunt ‘laughs’ […]

Mixed-martial arts fighter Dricus du Plessis has thanked God and South Africans for standing in his corner following a tough few weeks. This follows his UFC 290 victory and his clash with rival Israel Adesanya. Earlier this month, the Pretoria-born fighter won a crucial match against his opponent Robert Whittaker in Las Vegas. Dricus is […]

The latest information doing the rounds in KwaZulu-Natal is that AmaZulu are looking to lure Orlando Pirates veteran goalkeeper Siyabonga Mpontshane to Durban. According to media reports in the province, the veteran keeper Mpontshane could be courted by AmaZulu who are looking to beef up their goalkeeping department. ALSO READ I Pirates star reveals how Arsenal’s […]

South Africa, get ready for an exciting showcase of rugby! Our boys, the Springboks, are preparing for the eagerly anticipated clash against Argentina, and they are heading into the match with dual objectives. It’s not just about winning, but also about rotating the squad to give our emerging players some invaluable experience on the international […]

Frans Malherbe has admitted that the Springboks are expecting a physically demanding battle when they front Argentina in a Rugby Championship Test on Saturday. ALSO READ: Top Cape rugby coach to face charges for punching minor PERMUTATIONS AHEAD OF RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL ROUND Should the Wallabies defeat the All Blacks in Melbourne earlier on Saturday, the […]

The Springboks team is currently ranked fourth on the World Rugby rankings, and will head into the World Cup widely regarded as underdogs when it comes to talk of retaining their title. ALSO READ: Is this what the Springboks team to face Argentina will look like? An underdog tag will be seen as a possible plus […]

South African athlete Wayde van Niekerk keeps on flying… despite airline cancellations and delays! The 31-year old remains undefeated in 2023 as he triumphed in the 400m event at the London Diamond League athletics meet on Sunday. But he almost didn’t make it, when a delayed flight meant he arrived late at Heathrow Airport and […]

New Zealand look likely to claim the southern hemisphere title once again, a feat that will be achieved if they beat Australia on 29 July (11:45am kick off SA time), but the Springboks will be desperately hoping that the Wallabies can do them a favour. ALSO READ: Is this what the Springboks team to face Argentina […]

The Springboks have endured an up and down start to the 2023 Test season, having opted to split their squad for the first two Tests of the Rugby Championship. It’s reported that the national side will look to field their strongest-possible lineup for their final World Cup warm-up against New Zealand at Twickenham, but before […]

There are just two games to go against Argentina before the Springboks finalise their 33-man World Cup squad, which will be announced on Tuesday, 8 August. Here we take a look at a few current players in the wider training group who might be running out of time to make a play for selection. ALSO READ: […]

The Springboks are expected to make several changes to their starting lineup for this weekend’s clash against Argentina, which kicks off at Ellis Park at 5.05pm. ALSO READ: Eight Springboks running out of time for World Cup selection The likes of Kurt-Lee Arendse and Jesse Kriel are expected to come into the backline to face Argentina, […]

Climate activists disrupted the British Open on Friday, setting off a smoke flare and throwing orange powder onto the Royal Liverpool course. The Just Stop Oil group said three people were involved in the demonstration at the 17th hole during the second day of the tournament at Hoylake. ALSO READ: Explained: Louis Oosthuizen may never play the Masters again British golf’s landmark tournament […]

The last 18 months have not reflected kindly on the career of Elton Jantjies, with off-field scandals, injuries, club changes and a lack of form all contributing to the veteran flyhalf falling down the Springbok pecking order. Initially, he was left out of the wider Springbok training group for the Rugby Championship, before an injury […]

Kaizer Chiefs linked midfield Sibongiseni Mthethwa is ready to lift his career to the next level following a strong performance for the national team in the Cosafa Cup. The 28-year-old Stellenbosch player was part of the Bafana squad that finished third in the recently concluded regional tournament that was held in Durban. ALSO READ: BREAKING: Billiat […]

Manchester United have announced the signing of Cameroonian goalkeeper Andre Onana on a five-year contract, with the option of a further year, subject to international clearance. REVEALED: Manchester United name new captain The 27-year-old Cameroonian goalkeeper joins Manchester United, from Italian giants Inter Milan, on a contract running until June 2028. Onana has kept 104 clean […]

KICK-OFF: JUNIOR SPRINGBOKS GEAR UP FOR U20 CHAMPIONSHIP South Africa’s rugby pride, the Junior Springboks, are all set for a thrilling new challenge – the U20 Championship, announced for 2024 by SANZAAR. This annual championship is a big deal and an exciting prospect for our boys! ALSO READ: Springbok legend joins Bulls coaching ranks A NEW […]

What has fast become known as South Africa’s most beautiful drive, the Cape 1000 is set to return next March for four days of open road indulgence. “We are excited to announce that the next annual Cape 1000 brought to you by Private Clients by Old Mutual Wealth will run from 10 to 15 March […]

The 2023 Formula One season is well under way with 10 (of 22) races now in the record books following the most recent British Grand Prix. ALSO READ | Formula One: Every world champion to date And the exciting news is that race fans don’t have long to wait for the 11th race in the 2023 season with the Hungarian Grand […]

Mamelodi Sundowns are in the Netherlands for their pre-season camp where they will play FOUR high-profile friendly matches. ALSO READ | MAMELODI SUNDOWNS TO PLAY FOUR MATCHES IN THE NETHERLANDS However, they will have to play those matches without defender Rushine de Reuck who was forced to remain behind due to a knee injury. According to Sundowns coach Rhulani Mokwena, De […]

Swimming at the 2023 World Aquatics Championships will be held from 23-30 July at the Marine Messe Fukuoka in Japan. A total of 42 events will be held across the eight days of racing. ALSO READ | SA men’s water polo side suffers another loss at World Aquatics Championships South Africa has sent a team of 11 swimmers to the championships, namely: Aimee […]

With the stage set for the forthcoming Rugby World Cup tournament, here’s the full map of the Springboks potential road to the playoffs. ALSO READ: Springboks — To Bomb Squad or not? Grouped in the so-called Pool of Death, the Boks will be hoping to kick-start their campaign with a bang as they take on Scotland […]