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It’s official - fiery fast bowler Shabnim Ismail is set for a sensational return to international cricket. The 37-year-old has been named in the South Africa women’s squad for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England and Wales, and her inclusion will undoubtedly add serious firepower to the side. Ismail’s last appearance for South Africa came in the final of the Women's T20 World Cup, whe...

The search for the next Bafana Bafana head coach is set to get underway, with less than a month to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. The tournament will mark the end of an era for Hugo Broos, who is preparing for his swansong not only as Bafana Bafana coach, but also in his distinguished coaching career. SAFA Technical Committee chairperson Jack Maluleke confirmed th...

The Toyota Cheetahs will come out swinging on Friday evening when they face the Suzuki Griquas in Bloemfontein in round nine of the SA Cup. It is more than just a derby for the under-pressure Cheetahs - it is a fight for survival. There may be no bigger challenge than taking on a confident and unbeaten Griquas side that has named its strongest possible team for the clash. Vumazonke told OFM Sport...

The Suzuki Griquas will be doing the Toyota Cheetahs no favours in Friday night’s final-round SA Cup clash in Bloemfontein. The Peacock Blues have made it crystal clear that they mean business by naming a near full-strength side for the derby. Instead of resting players ahead of the semi-finals, they have opted for continuity and momentum as they chase an unbeaten run in the competition and look t...

The South African school rugby powerhouse, Grey College, will make a rare home appearance in 2026 when they welcome Paarl Boys’ High to Bloemfontein on Saturday for what promises to be a thrilling interschools clash. Grey coach Jannie Geldenhuys chats to OFM Sport about Saturday's big game against Boishaai.

The South African school rugby powerhouse, Grey College, will make a rare home appearance in 2026 when they welcome Paarl Boys’ High to Bloemfontein on Saturday for what promises to be a thrilling interschools clash. Cheetahs flanker, Sisonke Vumazonke, backs his Grey to beat Boishaai.

The Suzuki Griquas are preparing for a bruising encounter against the Toyota Cheetahs in Friday’s crucial SA Cup derby in Bloemfontein. For the Cheetahs, it’s a do-or-die clash. They are fighting to keep their Currie Cup hopes alive, while the Griquas have already secured qualification - along with the advantage of hosting playoff matches. Griquas scrum coach and former Cheetahs loosehead prop, Wi...

It’s do-or-die for the Toyota Cheetahs in the truest sense this week as they gear up for a must-win SA Cup final-round derby against the Suzuki Griquas in Bloemfontein on Friday night. The Cheetahs still have their destiny in their own hands, but nothing less than a win over the defending Currie Cup champions will do if they want to secure their place in the knockouts. Currently third on the SA Cu...

The SWD Eagles are bracing themselves for a stern test when they travel to Kimberley to face the Suzuki Griquas in the penultimate round of the SA Cup on Saturday. Heyneke Meyer’s Garden Route outfit still have a mathematical shot at securing a home semi-final, but to keep that dream alive they’ll need to topple the defending Currie Cup champions on their own patch — no easy feat against a side th...

The Free State Crinums extended their flawless start to the 2026 Telkom Netball League, making it five wins from five with another commanding display on Thursday. The four-time champions cruised to a 60–38 victory over the North West Flames in Durban, maintaining their position at the top of the Division 1 standings during the opening Power Week. Captain Karla Pretorius said the side is pleased wi...

The Suzuki Griquas have made four changes to their backline and three to their pack for Saturday’s crucial SA Cup clash against the SWD Eagles in Kimberley. The defending Currie Cup champions are within touching distance of finishing top of the SA Cup log, and a win this weekend will all but secure them a home final - a second in the competition’s three-year history - provided they come through th...

The Griquas will be out to lock in a home semi-final in the SA Cup - with a game to spare - when they take on the high-flying SWD Eagles in Kimberley this weekend. The unbeaten Peacock Blues find themselves in a commanding position: a win over Heyneke Meyer’s charges will all but secure top spot on the round-robin log. That, in turn, puts them firmly on track for a potential home final - provided...

It’s now or never for the Toyota Cheetahs as they turn their attention to the Border Bulldogs for a must-win SA Cup clash in East London this weekend. It’s a game the seven-time Currie Cup champions simply have to win - and ideally with a bonus point. There’s no room for negotiation. The Cheetahs are staring down the barrel of failing to qualify for the 2026 Currie Cup, following last week’s shock...

The Suzuki Griquas remain the only unbeaten side in the SA Cup and have also secured their place in the semi-finals for a third successive season after beating the Pumas 44–34 on Sunday in Kimberley. The clash between the bitter rivals at Suzuki Stadium lived up to its billing, with the Currie Cup champions showing their class late on to close out the game in front of a superb crowd. Speaking to O...

The Suzuki Griquas have opted to start the powerful Sako Makata on the wing ahead of one of their proven finishers for Sunday’s eagerly anticipated SA Cup clash against the Pumas in Kimberley. It’s a mouthwatering showdown between the Currie Cup champions and the reigning SA Cup champions, as the fierce rivalry between the two sides continues. The Peacock Blues have named what is arguably their st...

The North West Dragons have bolstered their squad ahead of the 2026/27 domestic season with the signing of Proteas seamer Daryn Dupavillon from the KwaZulu-Natal Tuskers. The 31-year-old, who has spent his entire domestic career in KwaZulu-Natal after starting out with the KZN Inland and the Dolphins, brings a wealth of experience to Potchefstroom - a city that holds special significance in his cr...

It’s all systems go for the 2026 Bloem Open in Bloemfontein, which gets underway at Ramblers on Friday. The tournament once again underlines padel’s status as one of the fastest-growing sports - not only in the Free State, but across South Africa and the globe. Tournament Director Handri du Plessis told OFM Sport that the team is ready to hit the ground running, with a real buzz building ahead of...

The Free State Crinums captain and Proteas legend Karla Pretorius is locked and loaded to make her eagerly anticipated return to the court on Friday as the 2026 Telkom Netball League gets underway in Durban. The 37-year-old will lead the four-time champions into battle against the Eastern Cape Aloes in their opening match, with the team eager to make an early statement and start their campaign on...

The Free State Crinums captain and Proteas legend Karla Pretorius is locked and loaded to make her eagerly anticipated return to the court on Friday as the 2026 Telkom Netball League gets underway in Durban. The 37-year-old will lead the four-time champions into battle against the Eastern Cape Aloes in their opening match, with the team eager to make an early statement and start their campaign on...

regular captain Chucky van der Westhuizen returns this week to lead the side in a crucial clash against the Valke at Barnard Stadium in Kempton Park on Saturday. Van der Westhuizen missed the past few weeks - particularly away fixtures - following the birth of his second son. In his absence, Neels Volschenk stepped up impressively, leading the team with composure, but is now set for a well-earned...

Toyota Cheetahs head coach Frans Steyn has welcomed the signing and pending arrive of the two-time Rugby World Cup winning Springbok, Faf de Klerk, ahead of the Currie Cup. Steyn, who shared the field with De Klerk during their time in the Springbok setup, including the triumphant 2019 Rugby World Cup campaign in Japan, is clearly excited about what the seasoned scrumhalf will bring to Bloemfontei...

The Flexbrands Knights allrounder Ruan Haasbroek is relishing the chance to continue his journey with the team as they prepare for a return to Division One next season. Haasbroek has extended his contract with the Knights by another year, and his experience will be invaluable as they step back into the top tier of domestic cricket. The 29-year-old, who celebrated his birthday on Sunday, brings pri...

The Blitzboks side finally ticked off the one prize that had eluded them for decades, producing a composed, ruthless display to win their maiden Hong Kong 7s title on Sunday. While the achievement has been widely celebrated, Springbok Sevens head coach Philip Snyman was quick to stress that the bigger picture remains firmly in focus - this is a milestone, not the finish line.

The Blitzboks side finally ticked off the one prize that had eluded them for decades, producing a composed, ruthless display to win their maiden Hong Kong 7s title on Sunday. Captain Impi Visser described the triumph as a defining moment for the squad.

The Toyota Cheetahs climbed to third on the SA Cup log after a stirring second-half comeback in George, overturning a half-time deficit to beat the SWD Eagles 26-17 and secure a valuable bonus point. The visitors from the Free State found themselves on the back foot early on, trailing 17-5 at the break as the Eagles, coached by Heyneke Meyer, went in search of a fifth straight win. But the Cheetah...