Mike Greenaway

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Sport

'Cheslin, Kurt-Lee are my inspirations,' says new Stormers flyer Dylan Maart ahead of Lions clash

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Dylan Maart has travelled a raod less travelled from poverty to scoring tries for the Stormers.

Hendrikse returns at flyhalf for Sharks, Fassi back on the sidelines for Bulls clash

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Sharks coach JP Pietersen has kept changes to a minimum for Saturday's United Rugby Championship match against the Bulls in Durban.

Watch VideoBulls 'B-team' put to the sword by Northampton Saints in Champions Cup humiliation

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The Bulls crumbled in the second half of their Champions Cup match against Northampton to lose 50-5.

Watch VideoHonest talks spark Sharks’ gritty Champions Cup revival

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Andre Esterhuizen says frank discussions among the Sharks’ players laid the platform for a hard-fought Champions Cup win over Saracens, with the captain leading ...

Bulls B team unlikely to match Northampton but cocky Pollock can be silenced

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The Bulls visit a Northampton team on Sunday that boasts rising star Henry Pollock.

Sharks scramble to victory over Saracens in precious start to JP Pietersen era

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The Sharks beat Saracens on Saturday night in Durban to launch a fresh era under new coach JP Pietersen.

New coach JP Pietersen wants Sharks to show fight against Saracens at The Tank

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New Sharks coach JP Pietersen wants his players to make the Kings Park fans proud when they host Saracens on Saturday evening in Durban.

'Players must be carefully managed,' Bulls coach Ackermann says of revamped team for Saints

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Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has explained the widespread changes to his team to play Northampton on Sunday in the Champions Cup

Lions' visit to struggling Newcastle is must-win Challenge Cup encounter

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The Lions visit Newcastle on Saturday in the Challenge Cup, and the English club is there for the taking,

Watch VideoSaracens braced for Springbok-laden Sharks in Kings Park clash

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Sarries boss Mark McCall expects a fierce contest in Durban, with the Sharks set to unleash a full contingent of Springboks in a match brimming with players destined ...

Watch VideoFrustrated Bulls fans wonder why Springbok ace Handre Pollard rested for Northampton trip

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The Bulls have had a difficult start to the season and their fans want to see more of Springbok star Handre Pollard.

Watch VideoStormers set for seismic forward contest against La Rochelle's giants

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As La Rochelle chase Champions Cup redemption, the Stormers prepare for a collision of heavyweights — a contest their coaches believe will be decided by power, precision ...

Watch VideoSharks youngsters impress against Toulouse to signpost the way forward at Kings Park

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A heavy defeat to Toulouse masked a spirited showing from a youthful Sharks side, with emerging leaders and homegrown talent offering hope as JP Pietersen prepares ...

Watch VideoWe dealt with every situation, says Visser as triumphant Blitzboks edge Argentina Cape Town Sevens

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The Blitzboks are thrilled to have defended their Cape Town Sevens title by beating Argentina in the final.

Watch VideoStar Springbok scrumhalf set for departure from Sharks for overseas club

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The Sharks could lose the excellent services of Grant Williams next year.

Watch VideoBordeaux vintage too strong as Bulls get a bitter taste of Champions Cup action

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The Bulls were reminded just how steep the climb is from URC contenders to Champions Cup heavyweights as reigning champions Bordeaux delivered a clinical 46–33 defeat ...

Watch VideoEXCLUSIVE | Sharks coach admits 'my battery ran flat' before stepping aside

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John Plumtree has revealed the personal and emotional strain behind his decision to step down as Sharks head coach, clearing the way for JP Pietersen to take over ...

Watch VideoAckermann stacks Bulls with Boks, wants no soft moments against classy Bordeaux

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Bulls coach Johan Ackermann revamps his team for a crucial Champions Cup opener against the formidable Bordeaux, seeking redemption after last week's defeat.

Watch VideoEben Etzebeth to assist coaching staff during 12-match Sharks suspension

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Sharks lock Eben Etzebeth will work with junior and senior players during his suspension.

Watch VideoJP Pietersen poised to take over from John Plumtree as Sharks head coach

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Change is once again afoot in the Shark Tank, with JP Pietersen replacing John Plumtree as Sharks head coach.

Watch VideoSpringboks lock Eben Etzebeth hit with long ban for intentional eye-gouge

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Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has learned his fate after being found guilty of his red-card offence against Wales.

Watch VideoEben should have punched rather than eye gouged — Bok legends Burger and De Villiers

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Jean De Villiers and Schalk Burger say Eben Etzebeth should have chosen a different way to take out his anger on a Welsh player

Springboks draw old friends Italy in Pool B for 2027 World Cup, avoid the Wallabies

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The Springboks have a relatively easy draw for the 2027 World Cup.

Watch VideoSpringboks brace for 2027 World Cup pool draw in Sydney

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The Springboks will learn their pool opponents for the 2027 World Cup when the draw is made in Sydney on Wednesday.

Watch VideoJulian Redelinghuys: Lions must cash in at home to stay in Challenge Cup hunt

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Julian Redelinghuys believes the Lions have built real momentum, but warns that Benetton will punish any lapses as the Johannesburg side chase a vital Challenge ...