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Mamelodi Sundowns soccer coach Miguel Cardoso speaks at a media open day in Johannesburg on Wednesday

Sundowns coach Cardoso treats Wiliete SC showdown as another final

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has urged his squad to treat their decisive CAF clash against Wiliete SC as another final, with a spot in the next round at stake following a goalless first leg.

Dafabet Warriors spinner Thomas Kaber helped his team to a six-wicket victory over the Dolphins in Durban on Tuesday
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Continuity pleasing for Warriors captain De Villiers

The Dafabet Warriors secured another bonus-point victory by beating the Hollywoodbets Dolphins by six wickets at Kingsmead, moving to the top of Pool B and boosting confidence ahead of the Super 8s.

Cricket fanatics and friends Bruce van Niekerk, left, and Mike van Vuuren hope to establish a museum  near St George's Park celebrating the ground's rich sporting history
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Friends seek permanent home for vast cricket collection

Collectors Mike van Vuuren and Bruce van Niekerk are campaigning to establish a dedicated sports museum at St George’s Park, showcasing over a century of historic cricket, rugby, and football memorabilia.

Fast bowler Kerwin Mungroo says the Warriors must adapt quickly when they face the Dolphins in Durban on Tuesday
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Warriors eye top spot in Durban

The Dafabet Warriors aim to rely on their depth and adaptability as they take on the Hollywoodbets Dolphins in a high-stakes clash at Kingsmead.

Eastern Province hockey player Kiyara Constable is preparing for the FIH Fives Junior Hockey World Cup in Egypt
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Pearson High's Kiyara Constable earns Junior World Cup call-up

Pearson High School pupil Kiyara Constable has earned selection for the South African U18 Hockey 5s team set to compete at the inaugural FIH Junior World Cup in Egypt.

Golden Arrows head coach Pitso Dladla during the 2026 Carling Knockout official launch at Langhams Lifestyle Estate in Johannesburg last Wednesday

Golden Arrows and Chippa United set for Carling Knockout Cup last-16 showdown

Golden Arrows coach Pitso Dladla and Chippa United mentor Brandon Truter anticipate a fiercely contested battle as their sides prepare to clash in the Carling Knockout Cup last 16.

Old Grey one step closer to Nedbank Cup dream

Nelson Mandela Bay outfit Old Grey are just one step away from reaching the Nedbank Cup Round of 32 after defeating Bizana Pondo City in the Eastern Cape preliminary final.

The Warriors Women had a debut Hollywoodbets Pro Series outing to forget after they were convincingly swept aside by a strong Dolphins Ladies outfit in their pro50 and Pro20 clashes at Kingsmead at the  weekend

Dolphins outclass Warriors at Kingsmead

The Hollywoodbets Dolphins Ladies dominated Kingsmead over the weekend, claiming decisive victories against the Warriors Women in both the T20 and 50-over Hollywoodbets Pro Series fixtures.

Dafabet Warriors fast bowler Wesley Bedja says the side will be looking for consistency in their remaining T20 cricket matches.
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Warriors chase crucial Badgers win

The Dafabet Warriors aim to secure a vital victory and leap into second place in Pool B when they take on South Western Districts in their YesPlay Pro20 Cup encounter in Oudtshoorn.

Moyisi Booi will hope to redeem his reputation  against Nkosinathi Sibiya.
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Sibiya in KZN revenge mission against Booi

Nkosinathi Sibiya steps into the ring against Moyisi Booi at the Orient Theatre on November 14, aiming to avenge KZN's past defeat and claim the SA junior bantamweight crown.

The  Inyathi's Christiaan du Toit  during the YesPlay Pro20 Cup match against the  Lions  at the Wanderers Stadium on Tuesday  in Johannesburg.
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Slim Super Eight chance as Iinyathi target crucial bonus-point win in Polokwane

Eastern Cape Iinyathi face a high-stakes must-win Pro20 Cup encounter against the Limpopo Impalas in Polokwane, needing crucial points to keep their Super Eight qualification hopes alive.

SA captain Temba Bavuma will be looking for the Proteas to get their selection balance right when the series against Australia moves to St George’s Park for the second Test
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Bavuma backs selection calls after Durban debacle

Temba Bavuma has defended South Africa's team balance despite the Durban Test defeat to Australia, acknowledging the Kingsmead pitch defied expectations as the Proteas prepare for a pivotal second Test at St George's Park.

Indiphile Tyeda, playing for the Leopards, during the Carling Currie Cup in Kempton Park on July 19 2025.
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Fresh midfield duo Tyeda and Nondlwana ready to ignite Bulldogs

Border Bulldogs new signings Indi Tyeda and Bulelani Nondlwana are eager to transition their standout Varsity rugby performances to the provincial stage ahead of the SA Cup.

Jason Niemand of the Eastern Cape Iinyathi during the YesPlay Pro20 Cup match against the Lions at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Tuesday.
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Iinyathi rue missed opportunities against Lions

Eastern Cape Iinyathi suffered a heartbreaking five-run defeat to the Lions in their Pro20 Cup clash at the Wanderers, squandering a prime position to pull off a major upset.

The Eastern Cape's Masibulele Sigwela, who will represent SA at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, lands a left hook on Limpopo's Ponani Mathebula during a bout at Hemingways Mall in KuGompo City.
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Financial strain forces SA boxers to choose Kinshasa champs

The South African National Boxing Organisation has defended its choice to compete in the IBA championships in DR Congo over the World Boxing event in Kenya, pointing to critical financial support.