Bavuma Confident Proteas Will Overcome Growing Hamstring Injury Crisis Ahead of Test Series
Temba Bavuma backs the Proteas to adapt and succeed despite a mounting hamstring injury crisis ahead of the Australia Test series starting 9 October.
Temba Bavuma backs the Proteas to adapt and succeed despite a mounting hamstring injury crisis ahead of the Australia Test series starting 9 October.
The 2026 WKN SA Open Championships returned to Retreat, Cape Town, featuring local and international kickboxers in a two-day event hosted by Vibrant Sports.
South Africa beat Australia by 32 runs in the Pink Day ODI at Wanderers, sealing the series with centuries from Miller and Bavuma.
Real Madrid confirmed Kylian Mbappé’s left knee hyperextension after his injury during France’s Nations League win over Turkey on 25 September 2026.
Stormers forward BJ Dixon is available for the URC season opener after completing medical protocols and returning to full squad training.
A €100 million French rugby club deal has hit trouble, with reports of missing funds impacting South African players.
Veteran racing driver Marcel Angel, 62, died on Saturday, 19 September 2026, following a fatal crash during Race 1 of the Extreme SuperCars category at Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town. The incident occurred during the National Extreme Festival, leading organisers to cancel the remainder of the day’s racing programme...
According to Transfer News, Liverpool are reportedly weighing a sensational free transfer move for former Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal as a mounting injury crisis strips their right back department to the bare bones. The 34 year old Spain international is available on a free after his contract at the...
Lamontville Golden Arrows secured a 2-1 victory over Kaizer Chiefs in their MTN8 quarter-final clash at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday, 9 August 2026. The defeat marks a premature exit for the Soweto giants and serves as the first competitive loss for coach Nasreddine Nabi since his...
The Griquas moved to the top of the Currie Cup Premier Division log on August 8, 2026, after a 31-19 victory over the Lions at Suzuki Stadium in Kimberley. The win in this high-stakes clash saw the Kimberley-based side leapfrog their opponents in the standings. Match Performance And Key Contributors...
BBC Sport has released the nineteenth entry in its ongoing digital feature, ‘Guess the Premier League star’, testing the knowledge of football supporters regarding current players in the English top flight. The interactive series requires participants to identify an unnamed player based on specific career milestones, club history, and international...
The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) officially demanded the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Friday, 7 August 2026, following a controversial attempt to privatise commercial rights to the World Cup. The call comes amidst escalating tensions within global football governance regarding the now-abandoned ‘FIFA Forward Enterprise’ investment plan. Pressure...
The South African Football Association (SAFA) is set to name a successor to Hugo Broos on Saturday, 8 August 2026, following the conclusion of the Belgian coach’s five-year tenure on 31 July 2026. The appointment comes as the national governing body navigates a highly charged political atmosphere ahead of its...
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has spoken openly about the emotional challenges his squad faced during their pre-season preparations following the death of midfielder Jayden Adams on 11 July 2026. The club was forced to delay their scheduled European training camp to allow players and staff to attend the...
Team South Africa secured three additional medals on the penultimate day of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, bringing the national tally to 28 medals as the multi-sport event nears its conclusion. The haul, consisting of two silvers and one bronze, arrived on August 1, 2026, as athletes competed in...
Team South Africa has delivered a series of high-calibre performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, securing a significant medal haul across various sporting disciplines. The multi-sport event, which commenced with the opening ceremony on 23 July 2026, has seen South African athletes consistently feature on the podium...
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has officially withdrawn the proposal to sell a 20 per cent stake in a new commercial venture designed to manage World Cup rights. The project, known as the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), was valued at $20 billion and intended to raise up to $4.2 billion in...
Manchester United has confirmed that academy prospects Shea Lacey and Tyler Fletcher will remain at the club for the 2026/27 season, bypassing potential loan moves to ensure their integration into the senior squad. The decision highlights the club’s commitment to a youth-first strategy, positioning both players at the front of...
A crowdfunding campaign launched to support former Springbok fly-half Derick Hougaard has sparked significant public criticism, with social media users questioning the request for financial assistance. The initiative, titled ‘Together for Derick Hougaard’ and organised by Lizelle Gers, seeks to raise AUD$28,000—approximately R330,000—to cover the former rugby player’s living expenses,...
South African athlete Masala Makatu secured a silver medal in the men’s T12 100m final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, clocking a time of 11.04 seconds at Scotstoun Stadium on 30 July. His achievement marks the first track and field medal for Team South Africa at this year’s...
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has stepped down from his position with immediate effect, concluding a five-year tenure at the helm of the club. The decision was confirmed on 30 July 2026, following the team’s 4-1 pre-season defeat to Bristol City the previous day. Transition And Strategic Shift Howe informed...
Gianni Infantino is facing a revolt from European football authorities after unveiling plans to sell a stake in FIFA to private investors. The proposed deal could trigger an unprecedented boycott of the World Cup by UEFA nations. UEFA member associations will convene an emergency virtual summit this week to coordinate...
Welsh track cycling sensation Emma Finucane has stated she has nothing to prove as she prepares for her second Commonwealth Games, scheduled to take place in Glasgow from 30 July to 2 August 2026. The 23-year-old athlete, who holds multiple world championship titles, heads into the event as an established...
South African swimmers dominated the pool at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, as Pieter Coetzé secured a gold medal in the men’s 100m backstroke final on 29 July with a record time of 51.77 seconds, while Chad le Clos became the most decorated athlete in the history of the...
Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out has demanded tougher sanctions for football-related hate crimes after recording 1,169 incidents of discrimination during the 2023-24 season. Data released by the organisation marks a 5% increase from the 1,114 cases documented in the previous 2022-23 campaign. Growing Call For Punitive Measures The latest figures...
French international Bradley Barcola has reached a verbal agreement in principle to join Liverpool, following discussions with the club’s new manager, Andoni Iraola. Despite the 23-year-old winger indicating his desire to move to Anfield, no formal contract has been signed between the player and the English Premier League side. Financial...
South African swimmer Pieter Coetzé claimed the men’s 50m backstroke gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on 25 July 2026. Coetzé secured the top spot on the podium with a new Commonwealth Games record time of 24.18 seconds. Record Success For Team South Africa The gold-medal performance...
English striker Danny Ings has been confirmed as the featured player in the latest instalment of the BBC Sport “Guess the Footballer” quiz. The interactive series tests supporters on their knowledge of professional careers, transfer histories, and individual achievements within the English top flight. Career Path And Professional Milestones Ings...
Scottish swimmers secured a series of final appearances during the 2026 European Aquatics Championships in July, marking a period of consistent performance despite a reduced medal haul on the evening of 25 July. While the team did not reach the podium during that specific session, key athletes such as Duncan...
Caoimhin Agyarko sustained the first professional defeat of his 19-fight career on 25 July 2026, dropping a unanimous decision to IBF super-welterweight champion Josh Kelly in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The judges scored the title bout 115-112, 115-112, and 114-113 in favour of the defending champion after a gruelling contest at...