Ashfak Mohamed

Sports Journalist

Watch VideoSimbine eyes Lyles showdown as Wayde returns in Atlanta

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Akani Simbine has been in red-hot form, earning a bronze medal at the 60m indoor world championships in China in March in his first ever campaign in that arena. ...

South Africa's Blitzboks aim for success with returning stars at World Championship

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With the return of key players, the Blitzboks are set to make a strong showing at the Los Angeles Sevens, aiming to build on their recent successes and tackle a ...

Chiefs beating Sundowns in Nedbank Cup a good thing, even though winning goal was questionable

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Kaizer Chiefs secured a pivotal victory against Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup semi-final, with Ashley du Preez scoring a late winner. This win not only boosts ...

Celebrating South African glory: Sekgodiso and Simbine's triumphs at the world indoor championships

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Following the silver medal success at the Paris Olympics, South African athletes have soared to new heights, clinching two medals at the world indoor championships. ...

Blitzboks look to Zain Davids for inspiration at Hong Kong Sevens

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Zain Davids' return from injury promises to galvanise the Blitzboks as they prepare for a challenging Hong Kong Sevens, aiming to reclaim their title after a narrow ...

Quotas in South African Cricket: A necessary discussion

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The Warriors face penalties for failing to meet quota requirements in South African cricket. What does this reveal about the ongoing debate over transformation policies? ...

OPINION: Kaizer Chiefs must take inspiration from Manchester United and stand up for the jersey

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Chiefs fans from the days of Madida, McGregor and Khumalo are yearning to walk with their chests out and jerseys on again, but it has been a long decade without ...

Saracens play conditions perfectly in bonus-point win over Bulls in London

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The Bulls failed to make the most of playing with the powerful wind behind them in the opening 40 minutes, with Saracens giving them a lesson in taking advantage ...

Brutal battle in Gqeberha sees battered and bruised Stormers go down to Toulon

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Stormers coach John Dobson would have been satisfied with the commitment and tenacity shown, but they were ultimately outclassed by a more streetwise and physical ...

Blitzboks buoyant after enthusiastic Cape Town welcome

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The Blitzboks lost the Dubai Sevens quarter-final and fifth-place playoff, so coach Philip Snyman and his team have a lot to play for at the Cape Town Sevens this ...

This encounter with Sri Lanka a must-win for Proteas

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Perhaps Temba Bavuma’s Proteas unit should view the first Sri Lanka encounter as a must-win situation in their quest to reach next year’s World Test Championship ...

Bafana Bafana show up on the night to dispatch South Sudan

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Hugo Broos’ Bafana team put on a memorable show in front of a capacity crowd at the majestic 2010 Fifa World Cup venue to finish off their qualifying campaign in ...

Watch VideoFive-three Springbok bench named for England Test

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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named a bold match-23 in London on Thursday, which showed 12 changes from the side that beat Scotland 32-15 at Murrayfield last Sunday. ...

Watch VideoTwickenham Bomb Squad critics could be silenced with a five-three bench split

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Considering there will be a seven-day turnaround for next week’s Wales Test, it would be worth considering a five-three Springbok bench split for Saturday’s clash ...

Watch VideoRuben Amorim can spark Manchester United attack, because Erik ten Hag’s time was up long ago

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Having signed Antony, Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro and Mason Mount – while also having Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes available – Manchester United’s ...

Lions’ winning streak broken as Leinster land knockout punch in Dublin

Ashfak Mohamed|Published

The Lions didn’t help themselves with a couple of unforced errors against Leinster, and despite a committed defensive effort, they lost their unbeaten United Rugby ...

Watch VideoBulls pull off dramatic late win against Benetton making Jake White proud

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While they were way below their best, the Bulls showed tremendous character to score a late try and conversion to beat Benetton 17-15 in Treviso to end their URC ...

Blue Bulls hit bonus-point purple patch against Ospreys despite red and yellow cards

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So dominant were the Bulls that even early in the second half, their scrum resembled a driving maul as they drilled the Ospreys backwards with dramatic effect.

Springbok Women fall just short against Italy despite thrilling Bomb Squad explosion

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The Springbok Women still dominated the scrums and mauls, but weren’t able to take advantage of the front-foot ball in their narrow WXV 2 defeat to Italy at Athlone ...

Late fightback by Springbok Women not enough to get past Australia

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It was a valiant rally towards the end from the Springbok Women, considering that they had suffered three comprehensive defeats to Australia over the years.

Swys de Bruin says Springbok Women’s guts fantastic despite errors against Japan

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It was a close affair from start to finish, and even though the hosts went 24-12 ahead early in the second half, the Japanese team’s slick attacking play found holes ...

Heartbreak for fumbling Boks as late Libbok penalty against Argentina sails wide

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The Springboks wasted a number of attacking opportunities to miss out on a victory over Argentina that would have secured the Rugby Championship title.

Watch VideoNtlabakanye’s pace an asset for Lions in Currie Cup final

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Lions star Asenathi Ntlabakanye is arguably the most mobile tighthead prop in South African rugby, and has been knocking on the Springbok door for a good few seasons. ...

Tenacious Sharks reach Currie Cup final after intense Loftus clash

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Not even 20 minutes of extra time could separate the Sharks and Bulls, after Johan Goosen missed a penalty from the halfway line on the hooter at the end of the ...

Watch VideoSpringbok dream is still unreal for Kolbe

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Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe says he wants to make a difference on and off the field through his latest brand ambassador deal, and his foundation.