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Springboks at RWC 2027: SA kick-off times, tickets and trip costs
The Boks open Rugby World Cup 2027 against Italy in Adelaide on 3 October at 05:45 SA time. Here are all their pool games in SA time, how tickets work, what travel packages cost and the visa you need for Australia.
Why South Africa won't host the 2035 Rugby World Cup
SA Rugby didn't bid for the 2035 Rugby World Cup, citing the cost of upgrading stadiums. Spain, Japan and a South American bid are in the race, with a host to be named in 2027.
Tatjana Smith switches to the Netherlands. Why she left and what's next
South Africa's most decorated Olympian will swim for the Netherlands, starting at the Short Course Worlds in December, with LA 2028 as the goal. Here's why she switched and how the rules allow it.
Tito says online criticism made his family want him to quit football
Patrick 'Tito' Maswanganyi says social media criticism hurt his family so much they wanted him to quit football, and that his move from Orlando Pirates to Bahrain's Al Khaldiya was about peace, not money.
Springboks team v France: Louw starts, kick-off 22:10 Friday
Rassie Erasmus has made two changes to the Springbok team for Friday's Test against France in Paris, with Wilco Louw starting and Cobus Reinach on the bench. Kick-off is 22:10 SAST on SuperSport.
Carling Knockout semi-finals: Sundowns vs Chiefs, Stellies vs Pirates
Sundowns will host Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch will host Orlando Pirates in the Carling Knockout semi-finals. Dates and kick-off times are still to be confirmed, with the final pencilled in for 12 December.
Pirates beat Sekhukhune 1-0 to reach Carling Knockout semis
Orlando Pirates beat Sekhukhune United 1-0 in Soweto on 7 November 2026, with Mpho Padime scoring, to join Sundowns in the Carling Knockout semi-finals.
Springboks beat Italy 66-7 in Turin: scorers and what's next
The Springboks thrashed Italy 66-7 in Turin on 7 November, scoring nine tries to stay top of the Nations Championship. Scorers, what it means and when they play France.
Stellenbosch vs AmaZulu: 18:00 kick-off, TV and tickets
Stellenbosch host AmaZulu in the Carling Knockout quarter-final on Sunday 8 November 2026 at 18:00 at Danie Craven Stadium. SuperSport PSL listed; General Access tickets R100 on Open Tickets.
Chiefs vs Siwelele: 18:00 kick-off, TV and tickets
Kaizer Chiefs face Siwelele in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals on Sunday 8 November at 18:00 at New Peter Mokaba Stadium. TV channel, R100 tickets and why kick-off moved.
Pirates vs Sekhukhune: 15:00 kick-off, TV and tickets
Orlando Pirates face Sekhukhune United in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals on Saturday 7 November at 15:00 at Orlando Amstel Arena. TV channel, tickets from R100 and how both sides got there.
Sundowns vs USM Alger: CAF Super Cup kick-off, TV, tickets
Mamelodi Sundowns host Algeria's USM Alger in the TotalEnergies CAF Super Cup on Sunday 8 November 2026 at Loftus Versfeld. Kick-off is 15:00 Africa/Johannesburg. Here is how to watch, prize money and how each side qualified.
Bafana Bafana vs Kenya: kick-off, tickets and venue for 13 November
Bafana Bafana host Kenya in an AFCON 2027 qualifier at Orlando Amstel Arena on Friday, 13 November 2026 at 18:00. Tickets are R100 for adults and R40 for kids.
Bafana got R1.5m each for the World Cup. Staff got R243,000
Bafana Bafana players reportedly got about R1.5 million each after tax in 2026 World Cup prize money, staff about R243,000, and the minister's R5 million pledge is still unpaid.
Springboks team v Italy: Moerat returns, kick-off 13:40 Saturday
Rassie Erasmus has named a settled Springbok match-23 for Saturday's Test against Italy in Turin, with Siya Kolisi as captain and Salmaan Moerat back at lock. Kick-off is 13:40 SAST on 7 November.
Proteas squad v Bangladesh: De Zorzi and Nortje return for Tests
The Proteas have named a 15 player squad for two Tests against Bangladesh at the Wanderers and Centurion in November. Tony de Zorzi and Anrich Nortje return from injury, Zubayr Hamza is recalled and Lungi Ngidi is still out.
Sharks beat Munster 15-3 at Thomond Park: URC result and what's next
The Sharks beat Munster 15-3 in Limerick on 31 October 2026 for their first ever away win over the Irish side and a fourth URC win in five. Scorers, their season so far and when they play next.
Sundowns beat Durban City 4-1 to go back to the top of the log
Mamelodi Sundowns beat Durban City 4-1 on 31 October 2026 to return to the top of the Betway Premiership. Thabang Matuludi scored twice and was named man of the match.
Bulls beat Scarlets 54-26: eight tries in a Loftus thriller
The Vodacom Bulls beat the Scarlets 54-26 at Loftus Versfeld on 31 October 2026, scoring eight tries after the visitors levelled at 26-26 in the second half.
Stormers beat Ulster 33-7: five tries and a bonus-point win
The Stormers beat Ulster 33-7 at DHL Stadium on 31 October 2026, scoring five tries for a bonus-point win, their fourth win from five URC games.
