Worst-kept secret is out: Gavin Hunt named Kaizer Chiefs head coach
Gavin Hunt’s appointment as Kaizer Chiefs head coach puts an end to feverish speculation following the sacking of Ernst Middendorp.
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South African rugby finally resumes on 26 September
The action kicks off with a Blue Bulls vs Sharks and Lions vs Stormers double-header, which has been dubbed Super Fan Saturday, at Loftus Versfeld in Tshwane.
Post-lockdown ‘heart-stopping’ performances cost Middendorp Kaizer Chiefs job
Kaizer Chiefs have announced that they have parted ways with coach Ernst Middendorp following a string of poor performances after the COVID-19 lockdown.
Tickets for Lions Tour 2021: Prices, registration, dates and fixtures
The eight-match Lions Tour rugby showcase will take place in July and August 2021 across several venues in South Africa.
Siya Kolisi book controversy: Publisher insists they have done nothing wrong
Jonathan Ball maintains it will not withdraw Siya Kolisi’s unauthorised biography despite unhappiness from his wife Rachel Kolisi.
MultiChoice signs deal to add ESPN to DStv sports offering
Sports fans in South Africa can now watch US sports on DStv as from 29 July, 2020 after a MultiChoice deal with The Walt Disney Company Africa.
Absa to end 13-year PSL sponsorship at the end of current season
Absa has been the Premier Soccer League’s (PSL) main sponsor for 13 years and has had a 16-year relationship with football in the country.
DStv makes more SuperSport channels available for non-premium subscribers
SuperSport 1, which was exclusively available on the DStv Premium package, will now be available on DStv Compact Plus and DStv Compact.
SAFA: Suspension of football is final, playing behind closed doors not a solution
SAFA’s firm decision is at odds with the stance taken by the Premier Soccer League and the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa.
English football, cricket IPL postponed over coronavirus fears
FA said the decision was taken “due to the increasing numbers of clubs taking steps to isolate their players and staff because of the COVID-19 virus.”