The team lineups for the final round of the FNB Varsity Shield on Friday.FNB UFH BLUES vs FNB DUT (Friday, 15:00, Sisa Dukashe Stadium, SuperSport channel 207) FNB UFH Blues – 15 Apiwe Sidloyi, 14 Mziyabulela Bathu, 13 Ryan Maree, 12 Migcobo Bovu, 11 Lilitha Mdladlana, 10 Keith Chiwara, 9 Merlin du Plessis, 8 Rodney Chikamhi, 7 Ayabulela Xhosana, 6 Lukhanyiso Tosholwana, 5 Walter Moyo, 4 Cinga Nqotyana, 3 Mnkani Sibabalo, 2 Kamvelihle Fatyela (c), 1 Edwin Nxumalo.Subs: 16 … [Read more...] about 2022 FNB Varsity Shield teams (Round 7)
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Carling Currie Cup Bulletin #14
The Vodacom Bulls returned to the summit on the Carling Currie Cup log courtesy of a bonus-point victory over DHL Western Province in Pretoria on Wednesday night, after the Cell C Sharks and Airlink Pumas maintained their push for semi-final spots with good wins.The Durbanites got back to winning ways with a hard-fought win over Windhoek Draught Griquas in Kimberley, while the Airlink Pumas were too strong for the Sigma Lions in Nelspruit. With the unbeaten Toyota Cheetahs enjoying a bye, the … [Read more...] about Carling Currie Cup Bulletin #14
Brown ‘very, very keen’ to make Blitzbok return
The challenges he’s had to overcome to become a Springbok Sevens player in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series are well documented; however, it was not only the resilience Ronald Brown showed to compete at the highest level that gripped those who saw him play, but also his brilliance in the Blitzbok jersey that endeared him to so many in such a short space of time.With Hodgkin’s lymphoma now defeated, Brown took the World Series by storm with massive performances in Vancouver and Edmonton, and … [Read more...] about Brown ‘very, very keen’ to make Blitzbok return
Run the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K in support of five local charities!
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Durbanites can choose to support five local charities when they enter the 2022 Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K that will celebrate its 5th anniversary on Sunday 10 July 2022. Photo: Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K Durbanites have the opportunity to make their run count by supporting five local charities when they enter the 2022 Absa RUN YOUR CITY (RYC) DURBAN 10K that … [Read more...] about Run the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K in support of five local charities!
Global running star sets sights on Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. One of the current global stars of the sport of running, Daniel Simiu Ebenyo from Kenya, returns to the Mother City on Sunday 15 May 2022 to take on the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K. Photo: Mark Sampson One of the current global stars of the sport of running, Daniel Simiu Ebenyo from Kenya, returns to the Mother City on Sunday 15 May 2022 to take on … [Read more...] about Global running star sets sights on Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
2022 Carling Currie Cup Bulletin #13
The Vodacom Bulls host arch-rivals the DHL Western Province in the feature Carling Currie Cup fixture on Wednesday evening in Pretoria, while there are also matches scheduled for Kimberley and Nelspruit as the second round of the Premier Division gets underway.The North versus South derby kicks off at 20h00 in Pretoria and is the last of the day’s three encounters. The Airlink Pumas host the Sigma Lions in the first match of the day in Nelspruit, where kick-off is scheduled for 15h30, and that … [Read more...] about 2022 Carling Currie Cup Bulletin #13
Pretorius to debut in Singapore Sevens
It’s probably fair to say JC Pretorius became a household name for the Springbok Sevens fairly quickly, so much so that it is hard to believe he only played 16 tournaments in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series so far.And as the 24-year-old pointed out, he has not played in the impressive National Stadium or the HSBC Singapore Sevens before. “I was injured in 2019 when we last played here and missed out on that trip, so I am pretty keen to have a crack at it here in Singapore,” said Pretorius, … [Read more...] about Pretorius to debut in Singapore Sevens
Hockey Highlights from Day 5 in Potchefstroom
Austria 1-0 Korea (Pool C) – Potchefstroom, North West University (RSA) Although a draw would have sufficed for them to continue to the quarter-finals, Korea started the game with a keen intent to win three points. However, it was Austria who had the first real attempt at goal, when Sabrina Hruby won a penalty corner. The ensuing shot from Helene Herzog was well saved by Kim Eunji but this was a signal that Austria were determined to finish the pool phase in style. What followed was a game of … [Read more...] about Hockey Highlights from Day 5 in Potchefstroom
Looks Like We in the Eastern Cape Now Consider Top Flight Rugby as….
School Boy Rugby!For many years (yes, even since the days I went to school on an ox-cart) our schoolboy rugby and other sport players have been targeted and poached by other wealthier provinces – the list is endless and the sports myriad. Locally the Southern Kings Franchise is no more, Eastern Province Rugby Administrators are fighting over the crumbs and YET schoolboy rugby is hot, very hot in Gqeberha. Our traditional rugby playing schools have developed a free flowing game that is pleasing … [Read more...] about Looks Like We in the Eastern Cape Now Consider Top Flight Rugby as….
KZN South Coast prepares for engine-revving action as the African Bike Week Festival comes to town
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. It’s finally happening … the KZN South Coast is cementing its position as Africa’s premier biker destination with the stunning coastal towns from Margate to St Michaels playing host to African Bike Week Festival from 28 to 30 April 2022. This incredibly diverse event will showcase African biker culture through mass rides, parades, stunt shows, musical … [Read more...] about KZN South Coast prepares for engine-revving action as the African Bike Week Festival comes to town
De Jongh returns for DHL WP
Juan de Jongh will make his return from injury for DHL Western Province in the Carling Currie Cup encounter with the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Wednesday.The experienced centre comes straight into the starting line-up for the North-South clash, which kicks off at 20h00 on Wednesday in Pretoria. Apart from De Jongh’s inclusion at outside centre there is just one other change in the backline, with Timothy Swiel starting at flyhalf. There is just one change to the forward pack, with Sazi … [Read more...] about De Jongh returns for DHL WP
one10run Returns for Loops of Fun
Something else from MyGqeberhaPlaying in 10 Degrees Celsius in Cape Town South Africa on Wednesday Evening 14 July 2021, the SA ‘A’ side (Springboks) started off on a good foot. Full Report here: https://mygqeberha.com/match-report-sa-a-17-vs-british-and-irish-lions-13/ Director of Rugby, Rassie Erasmus; SA ‘A’ Captain Lukhanyo Am, Man of the Match Cheslin Kolbe and No. 8 Jasper Wiese field questions at the post match media conference. Go On - Share the Gqeberha Love! Gqeberha's Latest News and … [Read more...] about one10run Returns for Loops of Fun
White Mischief Enters 2023 Cape to Rio Yacht Race
The Royal Cape Yacht Club & Iate Club do Rio de Janeiro are pleased to announce a new entry to this iconic race. This brings the total number of entries received to date to 12 boats, with another 14 boats waiting in the wings to enter. With exactly 9 months to go to the start of this prestigious South Atlantic Dash, the Organising authority anticipate a bumper entry come 2 January 2023. International competitors are being canvassed behind the scenes.White Mischief, a Sovereign 51, is … [Read more...] about White Mischief Enters 2023 Cape to Rio Yacht Race
SA – 13/92 and SA Women – 16/74
After another set of FIH Hockey Pro League matches played in India, Netherlands and Germany, there has been some movements within both the men’s and women’s FIH World Rankings.The South African men and women’s outdoor Hockey teams are holding their own in the latest International Hockey Rankings – sitting at 13th and 16th positions respectively. The recent Asia Hockey Federation Cup in Jakarta also provoked some change, with Bangladesh’s first ever victory in the competition leading to the team … [Read more...] about SA – 13/92 and SA Women – 16/74
Argentina MotoGP: Nakagami beats Quartararo in delayed FP1
MotoGP’s return to Argentina for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began has been dominated by the freight issues which forced Friday’s sessions to be cancelled.With the missing cargo – majorly affecting Gresini, VR46 and KTM which were missing motorcycles, while many others were also hit by the delays – turning up in the early hours of Saturday, the rescheduled FP1 was delayed to 12:35pm local time and extended by 15 minutes to an hour. Just one more 60-minute practice remains before … [Read more...] about Argentina MotoGP: Nakagami beats Quartararo in delayed FP1
