by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Coach Johan Ackermann believes the Vodacom Bulls can remain a force in the URC despite the departure of several key players and Springbok call-ups. LINDIZ VAN ZILLA reports. The Bulls suffered a fourth URC final defeat in five seasons, against Leinster in Dublin on...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
St Stithians fought back against rivals St John’s, while Michaelhouse and Dale were both victorious. Hosts St John’s appeared to be in complete control when openside flank Shane Dalton, winger Ethan Francke and fullback Lwandile Khupe all dotted down in the first half...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
The Griffons and SWD Eagles remain unbeaten after round two of the Currie Cup First Division, which also saw Eastern Province claim a first win of the campaign. In Welkom on Saturday, the Griffons held on for a dramatic 39-38 victory over the Leopards. The Leopards...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
The Vodacom Bulls’ URC final collapse against Leinster has again raised questions about their ability to deliver on the biggest stage, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for the Sunday Times, Keohane says Johan Ackermann’s side arrived in Dublin with momentum and belief...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Junior Boks captain Riley Norton is among six uncapped players in the Springboks’ 46-man squad for the Nations Championship, while two scrumhalves make long-awaited returns. Twenty-year-old lock Norton impressed for the Boks against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Prop Carlü Sadie admits nothing quite prepared him for his first full scrum session under Bok scrum guru Daan Human. Sadie has faced some of the toughest packs in Europe, helped Bordeaux Bègles conquer Leinster in an Investec Champions Cup final and battled back from...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
The written decision of the independent doping panel that heard the case of Lions and Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye sets out in detail how events unfolded. Ntlabakanye, who received an 18-month ban last month, tested positive for anastrozole during a Springbok...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Ethan Burger’s outstanding display against Springbok tighthead Thomas du Toit has reportedly thrust the former Tuks prop into contention for England selection. The 26-year-old Exeter Chiefs loosehead enhanced his growing reputation in last weekend’s 27-26 English...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Ruben Love has thrown himself firmly into the race for the All Blacks No 10 jersey after inspiring the Hurricanes to a crushing Super Rugby Pacific title triumph on Saturday. The 25-year-old flyhalf delivered a Man of the Match performance as the Canes dismantled the...
by HolAdmin | Jun 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Ireland will be without two influential players as they head off to Australia and New Zealand for the start of their Nations Championship campaign. Inspirational captain Caelan Doris and wing Tommy O’Brien were withdrawn from the 36-player squad after both were...