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SPRINGBOK captain Siya Kolisi is back at the Stormers where he started his career.

New Stormer Kolisi goes the extra mile — literally

The impression Kolisi made on his new teammates is one that will stay with them for a long time.

Anrich Nortje returns to the Proteas Test setup after being named in the preliminary squad to face Australia.  |  Backpagepix
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Anrich Nortje recalled as Proteas name squad for first Test against Australia

Proteas coach Shukri Conrad has recalled express paceman Anrich Nortje to an 18-player preliminary squad for the upcoming first Test…

Padel players in action as the fast-growing racquet sport makes its official debut at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.
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Padel makes historic Asian Games debut with Olympic dream in sight

The fast-growing racquet sport of padel, loved by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, took a major step towards potential Olympic inclusion by making its debut at the Asian Games.

Jurgen Klopp watched on from the touchline during Germany's 1-0 Nations League defeat to Greece in Augsburg.  |  AFP
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Greece stun Germany as Jurgen Klopp waits for first win; Portugal edge Norway

Greece secured a surprise 1-0 Nations League victory over Germany, while Portugal defeated Norway and Ireland's players wore black armbands against Israel.

 Max Verstappen showed he remains a major threat in the championship fight after finishing just behind Mercedes' George Russell in a thrilling Azerbaijan Grand Prix.  |  AFP

Max Verstappen proves title threat as George Russell heats up championship race

Despite missing out on Baku victory, Max Verstappen demonstrated Red Bull's resurgence, while George Russell's win applied fresh pressure on F1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli.

Virat Kohli reached 15 000 ODI runs with an unbeaten 139 against West Indies on Sunday.  |  IANS
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Milestones never my focus Virat Kohli speaks out after crossing 15 000 ODI runs

Virat Kohli became the fastest batter to pass 15 000 ODI runs after smashing an unbeaten 139 to lead India to an eight-wicket win over West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram.

Aubrey Modiba played a pivotal tactical role in their 2-1 AFCON qualifying victory over Guinea.  |  Backpagepix
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Pitso Mosimane urges Bafana Bafana stars to adapt to national team tactics

Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has dismissed claims of club bias, insisting that players like Oswin Appollis must adapt to the national team's tactical requirements.

Head coach Rassie Erasmus admitted the Springboks had "nobody else to blame but ourselves" following their dramatic 42-38 defeat to the Wallabies in Perth.  |  Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus refuses to blame tech glitches as Wallabies edge Springboks in Perth thrill-rider

Rassie Erasmus blamed poor cohesion and missed opportunities—not match-day communication breakdowns—after a revamped Springboks side suffered a 42-38 defeat to Australia in Perth.

David Miller smashed a career-best 142 off 93 balls to lead the Proteas past Australia on Pink Day, wearing his mother Jenny’s name to honour her breast cancer victory.  |  Backpagepix
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David Miller career-best 142 for Proteas an emotional Pink Day triumph

David Miller smashed a career-best 142 off 93 balls to lead the Proteas past Australia on Pink Day, wearing his mother Jenny’s name to honour her breast cancer victory.

The Springboks launched a dramatic second half comeback against Australia in Perth but fell short as the Wallabies held on for a 42-38 victory despite being reduced to 11 players after three yellow cards.

Weekend sport round-up: Springboks, Bafana, Proteas, F1 and more

From the Springboks' Perth defeat to Bafana's winning start under Pitso Mosimane – the weekend's biggest sporting results and talking points.

Handré Pollard is eyeing a spot in the 2027 World Cup squad as he returns to the Springbok starting line-up against Australia.  |  Backpagepix
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Springbok veteran Handré Pollard targets 2027 World Cup as he embraces competition

Handré Pollard reflects on evolving into an elder statesman for the Springboks, mentoring younger flyhalves and targeting the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.

George Russell led from lights out to flag in Baku to secure his eighth career win, holding off a late charge from Max Verstappen.  |  AFP

George Russell fends off Max Verstappen for thrilling Azerbaijan GP victory

George Russell held off a late surge from Max Verstappen to win the Azerbaijan Grand Prix for Mercedes, as Isack Hadjar claimed a dramatic podium on his F1 return.

Aiden Markram and Pat Cummins make their respective returns to international cricket as South Africa face Australia in the Pink Day ODI.  |  Backpagepix
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Aiden Markram and Pat Cummins set for marquee return in Pink Day ODI

Proteas star Aiden Markram and Australian skipper Pat Cummins return to action as South Africa aim to seal the ODI series at the Wanderers.

Former Manchester City chairman David Bernstein says potential penalties for the club must go beyond fine sanctions.  |  AFP
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Manchester City face drastic sanctions over financial charges, warns former chairman

Former chairman David Bernstein says Manchester City face severe punishment after reportedly being found guilty of 114 Premier League financial breaches.

Australia wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis has been ruled out of the remaining ODIs against South Africa with a fractured finger.  |  Backpagepix
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Josh Inglis doubtful for South Africa Tests after fracturing finger in ODI

Australia wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis faces a race against time to be fit for the Test series against South Africa after sustaining a fractured finger.

Springbok captain André Esterhuizen and assistant coach Mzwandile Stick focused strictly on rugby matters ahead of Sunday's clash against Australia in Perth.  |  Backpagepix
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Springboks refuse to engage on Esterhuizen racial-comment controversy ahead of Wallabies Test

The Springboks media team blocked questions regarding captain André Esterhuizen's resurfaced schoolboy disciplinary incident ahead of the Perth Test.

Runners in South Africa are adopting extra safety measures and adjusting their routines following a wave of violent attacks against women.  |  AFP
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Women runners in South Africa fear for safety after wave of killings

Female runners are changing routines and carrying weapons following a spate of brutal murders in Ekurhuleni.

SA Rugby chief executive Rian Oberholzer says commercial realities mean South Africa and New Zealand are unlikely to host another Rugby World Cup soon.  |  AFP
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Why South Africa and New Zealand are building their own Rugby World Cup alternative

SA Rugby and NZ Rugby are leveraging Rugby's Greatest Rivalry as traditional powers face commercial hurdles to hosting future Rugby World Cups.

Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has introduced strong internal competition as the national team prepares for their AFCON qualifier against Guinea.  |  Backpagepix
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Pitso Mosimane shakes up Bafana Bafana with squad warning and captaincy shift

Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has laid down the marker for his squad ahead of their AFCON qualifier, warning that no spot is guaranteed.

Max Verstappen and Lando Norris blamed a lack of top speed after qualifying eighth and fifth for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.  |  AFP

GAMEDAY | Max Verstappen and Lando Norris blame straight-line speed after poor Baku qualifying

Max Verstappen and Lando Norris were left frustrated after straight-line speed issues compromised their grid positions for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.