
Why David Miller and the Proteas aren’t buying the T20 World Cup hype
South Africa has been here before — high on a group-stage win, only to stumble when the lights get brighte
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South Africa has been here before — high on a group-stage win, only to stumble when the lights get brighte

In the high-octane world of T20 cricket, Rabada seems to be a man running at full tilt on a treadmill, putting in the effort and hitting the lengths, yet remaining in the same place

Marco Jansen’s deceptive slower ball and Aiden Markram’s unbeaten 86 power South Africa to a commanding T20 World Cup win over New Zealand.

With the defending champions, Kaizer Chiefs, dumped out at the first hurdle, the path to the podium is wide open

South Africa’s victory over Afghanistan felt less like a sporting triumph and more like an exorcism

On Wednesday, the Proteas face an Afghanistan side that were semi-finalists two years ago and are desperate for blood after a loss to New Zealand

As the Proteas touched down in India on Monday afternoon, the heavy, humid air of the subcontinent served as an immediate sensory departure from the highveld summer they left behind. But for captain Aiden Markram, the physical journey is secondary to the psychological one. As South Africa embarks on what the squad has officially termed […]

The WhatsApp messages, which were exchanged privately but later circulated publicly, have reverberated through South Africa’s padel community, a sector that has attracted significant corporate investment and positioned itself as an inclusive lifestyle sport

Last week, the boy from Langa, now a World Test Champion captain, announced a partnership that seeks to ensure other children don’t have to imagine a better “pitch” for their futures

CAF has issued a slate of heavy suspensions and fines totalling more than $1 million

It was a night of grit and glory, a final that vanished from memory as it happened, only to be immortalised by the madness of its ending

By the time the final whistle blows on Sunday, African coaches will have guided their teams to victory in 19 of the 35 editions of the tournament

For Petersen, the road to glory isn’t a business trip; it’s a mission to protect the crown

In football, if you do not punish Cameroon, they eventually punish you

With heavyweights like Egypt and Nigeria looking dominant and dark horses like Sudan and Mozambique making historic runs, the knockout stage promises drama

When Hugo Broos arrived in May 2021, few believed he could revive Bafana Bafana after years of disappointment. Four years later, he has forged a disciplined, adaptable team that, in the last 10 games, including FIFA 2026 qualifiers, has conceded only three goals

Orlando Pirates have solidified their status as a dominant force in South African football, consistently securing trophies over the past five years. Under the leadership of Jose Riveiro, the team won five titles in three years. His successor, Adeslam Ouaddou, has continued this success by winning two cups within his first six months. In total, […]
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Ghana has announced that their ‘Black Galaxies’ team will face South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a friendly match scheduled for December 16. The South African Football Association confirmed the fixture, with Bafana traveling to Morocco the following day. The Black Galaxies, consisting of local-based players, are preparing for the CHAN tournament under Coach Kassim Mingle. […]
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In a season defined by tight margins and unpredictable results, Junior Dion has emerged as the most electric attacking force in the South Africa Betway Premiership. With 7 goals and 1 assist, the Golden Arrows forward currently tops the league’s scoring chart — a remarkable achievement considering his club sits only 10th in the standings. […]
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Orlando Pirates’ goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has highlighted the significant impact of departing defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi on the team. Following the Africa Cup of Nations, Mbokazi will join MLS side Chicago Fire in the United States. In his final appearance for Orlando Pirates, Mbokazi played a crucial role in their victory over Marumo Gallants in the […]
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Khanyisa Mayo has started his tenure with Kaizer Chiefs, scoring one goal in five matches. His father, Patrick Mayo, a former player for the same club, expressed his hopes for Khanyisa’s success at Amakhosi. Patrick Mayo, who played for the Glamour Boys from 2003 to 2007 and was known for his versatility and goal-scoring ability, […]
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