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Springbok Women’s ‘Bomb Squad’ brings energy ahead of Italy clash

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South Africa’s play-off chances rest on Sunday’s meeting with Italy, where the Bok Women hope their trademark bench power will tip the balance in their favour.

Tony Brown: Springboks aim to end 88-year Eden Park hoodoo against All Blacks

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Springbok assistant coach Tony Brown expresses excitement as the team gears up to confront the All Blacks at Eden Park, aiming to break an 88-year losing streak ...

Derby showdown: Cheetahs eye home semi, Griquas out to crash Bloemfontein party

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With just two rounds left, the Cheetahs and Griquas meet in a central derby that could decide home semi-final places in the 2025 Currie Cup.

Is that a bandit in my bathroom mirror?

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From jaywalking to using our smartphone while driving, many of us bend small rules daily without a second thought. They may seem harmless, but they reveal how casually ...

Springboks settle in Auckland ahead of back-to-back All Blacks Tests

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The Springboks arrived in Auckland on Wednesday, preparing for back-to-back Rugby Championship matches against the All Blacks on September 6 and 13. Coach Rassie ...

Victories, milestones and final farewells at Flushing Meadows

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The 2025 US Open has started with strong wins, historic breakthroughs, and career finales. Aryna Sabalenka and Emma Raducanu progressed in the women’s draw, while ...

Max Verstappen faces crucial home race at Zandvoort

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Max Verstappen returns from the summer break under pressure as he prepares for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. With title hopes fading and Red Bull’s struggles ...

F1 enters a new era: Audi factory team and Cadillac join 2026 grid

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As the Formula 1 season revs back to life, the stage is set for a thrilling transformation with Audi and Cadillac joining the grid in 2026, promising to reshape ...

Griquas crush Bulls in Pretoria to extend Currie Cup streak

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The Suzuki Griquas’ 42-21 dismantling of the Bulls capped a dramatic weekend in the Currie Cup, with the Cheetahs and Boland both claiming crucial wins to stay top ...

Springboks eye massive New Zealand challenge after morale-boosting Wallaby victory

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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus welcomed a hard-fought win over Australia but insisted the Rugby Championship still hinges on success in New Zealand, while flyhalf ...

Griquas eye semi-final spot in Pretoria showdown with under-pressure Bulls

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The Griquas head into Sunday’s clash with the Bulls hunting a fourth consecutive win – and a Currie Cup semi-final berth – while the hosts scramble with injuries ...

Springbok Women bank on experience for World Cup opener against Brazil

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The Springbok Women open their Rugby World Cup campaign against Brazil on Sunday with a squad stacked with Test and tournament experience, led by Nolusindiso Booi ...

Rugby Championship blown wide open as Argentina stun All Blacks and Springboks secure revenge win over Wallabies

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History was made as Argentina beat the All Blacks at home for the first time, while the Springboks hit back against Australia – leaving the Rugby Championship wide ...

Springboks edge Wallabies to bounce back in Cape Town

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The Springboks ground out a 30-22 victory over Australia at DHL Stadium to retain the Mandela Challenge Plate and erase the sting of last week’s upset in front of ...

Rain, injuries, and a ‘must-win’: Springboks brace for Wallabies clash in Cape Town

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The Springboks face Australia in Cape Town on Saturday under rainy conditions, with Willie le Roux ruled out and Jean-Luc du Preez starting his first Test in seven ...

Springbok Women’s ‘forwards family’ ready to make history at World Cup

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Scrum coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt says the Bok Women’s forwards are “a proper machine” as South Africa targets their best-ever Rugby World Cup showing in England, ...

Springboks, Bok Women and Proteas teams set for high-stakes international weekend

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South African teams are in action this weekend. The Springboks face Australia in Cape Town, the Springbok Women begin their World Cup campaign against Brazil, and ...

Griquas face Bulls as their Currie Cup road trip begins

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Suzuki Griquas are looking good on Currie Cup standings after three straight home wins, but Sunday’s clash with the Bulls in Pretoria will test whether they can ...

Lights, camera, chaos: when fantasy meets reality

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This piece explores how violent action movies can distort our sense of justice, with an interesting anecdote about how fantasy heroics can clash with reality — and ...

SA Under-18s shine in International Series as Junior Bok pipeline grows stronger

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The SA Under-18 side swept all three of their matches in the 2025 International Series, scoring 157 points and underlining the tournament’s role in developing future ...

Nadine Roos says Springbok Women ready to counter Brazil’s speed at Rugby World Cup

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The Springbok Women may be facing Brazil for the first time in a Rugby World Cup Test on Sunday, but several players – including Nadine Roos – know their opponents ...

Springboks shake up starting XV for second Test against fiery Wallabies

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The Springboks named a new-look starting XV with 10 changes for their Rugby Championship Test against Australia in Cape Town, reshaping the team after injuries and ...

Player form could tip the balance in Sundowns vs Pirates semi-final second leg

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Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates meet in the MTN8 semi-final second leg with the tie level at 1-1. Standout first-leg performers, including Zuko Mdunyelwa, ...

Stellies turn to impact players in MTN8 semi second leg as Sekhukhune chase miracle comeback

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Stellenbosch FC take a 2-0 lead into Saturday’s MTN8 semi-final second leg against Sekhukhune United, leaving coach Steve Barker confident, while Eric Tinkler’s ...

Sundowns’ yellow army and Pirates’ Ghost set for sold-out MTN8 battle

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The second leg of the MTN8 semi-final between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates is officially sold out, with 28,900 fans set to pack Lucas Moripe Stadium on ...