Ireland beat Springbok Women 40-27 in first WXV Global Series Test
Ireland won their previous clash at the 2006 Women's World Cup, 37-nil
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Hamish Lovemore takes senior K1 gold at canoe marathon world champs
South Africa’s Hamish Lovemore won his first individual senior K1 world title in Gualeguaychú, Argentina, while Georgia Singe added bronze in the women’s Under-23 event.
Stormers survive Scarlets scare after second-half implosion in 92-point URC thriller
The Stormers beat the Scarlets 52-40 at DHL Stadium after surrendering a 19-point half-time lead, with Joe Roberts’ hat-trick driving a dramatic Welsh comeback.
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Spirited Springbok Women downed by clinical Irish attack after Athlone battle
Despite a five-try effort and moments of brilliance from Aseza Hele, the Springbok Women succumbed 40-27 to a sharp Ireland side in a pulsating encounter at Athlone Stadium.
Bulls survive Ulster fightback after Loftus second-half slump
Johan Ackermann’s Bulls secured a 34-16 victory over a resilient Ulster side at Loftus Versfeld, but were forced to work hard after letting a commanding 21-0 lead slip in blistering heat.
URC result: Bulls power game earns them hard fought win over Ulster
After a powerful start to the match in the opening half hour, the Bulls will be slightly disappointed to have been pushed to the brink by Ulster.
Man City beaten by Villa to end perfect Premier League start
Nicolas Jackson's brace gives Unai Emery's side a 2-1 win at Villa Park.
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Fernando da Cruz eyes quick rebound after Chiefs crash out of Confederation Cup
Despite CAF Confederation Cup elimination on penalties, Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz remains optimistic, targeting a quick recovery against TS Galaxy in the Carling Knockout.
Mourinho plays down Real Madrid comparisons with Barcelona before Clasico
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho insists comparing his evolving side to established champions Barcelona is unfair, while refusing to alter his tactics specifically for Lamine Yamal ahead of Sunday's Clasico.
Anrich Nortje ruled out of Proteas’ decisive third Test against Australia with groin injury
South Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje will miss the series decider against Australia at Newlands due to a mild groin injury, with CSA deciding against calling up a replacement.
Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso admits failure after CAF Champions League’s shock exit
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso admitted his team only had themselves to blame after Wiliete knocked the holders out of the CAF Champions League.
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OPINION: World Athletics needs to crack the whip to clean up the sport in SA
South African athletics has a tremendous amount of potential. It just needs to be tidied up.
WEEKEND SPLASH: A dark day in South African football
Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns crashed out of CAF competition, leaving Orlando Pirates as South Africa’s sole continental survivor after a weekend that demands serious reflection.
Doctor Khumalo takes on his biggest challenge yet in football
Doctor Khumalo faces his most important administrative role after being appointed vice-chairperson of Safa's technical committee, overseeing national team structures and coaching personnel.
GAME DAY I Bulls, Stormers set to slay Ulster and Scarlets
The Bulls and Stormers host Ulster and the Scarlets in Saturday afternoon fixtures in the URC.
‘Let’s dream big’: Ouaddou lays down Pirates dream of second star
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has challenged his players to dream of winning a second CAF Champions League title after securing their place in the group stages.
Paul de Villiers ‘comfortable’ leading young Stormers team
New Stormers captain Paul de Villiers is confident his young team can do the job against Scarlets.