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The South Western Districts Eagles will be hunting another major scalp this weekend when they take on the Toyota Cheetahs in George in round six of the SA Cup. So far, the Eagles, under the guidance of former Springbok and Bulls coach Heyneke Meyer, have been the undeniable surprise package of the competition. While there’s still plenty of rugby left to play, they’ve put themselves in a strong pos...

Die oud-Cheetahs en Griffons losvoorspeler Ulrich Stander het aan OFM Sport gesê hulle fokus is op hul eie spel en nie die van hul teenstanders nie.

The Suzuki Griquas have made wholesale changes to their team for this weekend’s round six SA Cup clash against Eastern Province in Gqeberha. Speaking about his team selection for the week, coach Pieter Bergh told OFM Sport that injuries have taken their toll following the clash against Boland, but he is also excited to unleash the highly rated Blanckenberg as the union looks to extend his loan spe...

The former South African Under-19 captain, George van Heerden, is relishing the prospect of joining the Free State Knights as they prepare for life back in Division 1. Van Heerden was in outstanding form for the Garden Route Badgers during the past Division 2 season, amassing 959 first-class runs in just 12 matches. His performances also earned him an opportunity at the top level, turning out for...

The Suzuki Griquas coach, Pieter Bergh, has confirmed the signing of yet another exciting addition to their squad, with the new recruit set to join later this year. The Currie Cup champions have secured the services of hard-working flanker Ntsika Fisanti from the Pumas – a move that is bound to ruffle a few feathers, especially with the two sides set to lock horns next week. Bergh told OFM Sport t...

Wian Ruthven is relishing the prospect of a new chapter in Bloemfontein later this year, where he will link up with the Flexbrands Knights as they continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2026/27 domestic season. Ruthven told OFM Sport that the move to the Knights represents a massive opportunity – one he had hoped for, but didn’t expect to come around quite so quickly.

Marumo Gallants and Orbit College FC were forced to share the spoils on Sunday night in Bloemfontein, playing out a goalless draw in a tense Premier Soccer League basement battle. There was no shortage of effort at the Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium, but both sides ultimately lacked the cutting edge, as the match ended 0-0 despite a lively tempo and several promising moments in attack. Gallants assist...

The Toyota Cheetahs have rung the changes ahead of their crucial SA Cup Round 5 clash against the Griffons in Welkom on Saturday. It’s a must-win encounter for both sides, and there’s no doubt they’ll come out firing as they chase five valuable log points in what is shaping up to be a key round of the competition. The Cheetahs have been forced into a few injury-related changes, while also using th...

There is a renewed sense of energy and excitement in the Leopards camp ahead of their crucial SA Cup round five clash against Eastern Province in Potchefstroom on Saturday. The Leopards are rested and recharged following the Easter break, and perhaps more importantly, they’ve rediscovered their confidence after a hard-earned 31–14 victory over the Border Bulldogs in round four — their first win of...

Die Griffons berei hulle voor vir wat beloof om ’n taai Vrystaat-derby te wees wanneer hulle Saterdag in Welkom teen die Toyota Cheetahs te staan kom in die vyfde ronde van die SA Cup. Dit is ’n belangrike week in die kompetisie, met uitslae wat waarskynlik ’n duideliker prentjie van die topvier sal begin vorm namate die toernooi verby die halfpadmerk beweeg. Die kragtige binnesenter, Jandré de Be...

The Griffons are bracing for what promises to be a bruising Free State derby when they take on the Toyota Cheetahs in Welkom on Saturday in round five of the SA Cup. Tighthead prop Justin Forwood, who previously played for the Cheetahs and now represents the Griffons, told OFM Sport they are relishing the chance to measure themselves against top opposition as they chase a return to the Currie Cup...

The SA Cup resumes this week after a well-earned Easter break and, with the competition nearing its halfway mark, the intensity is set to ramp up across the board. For the Cheetahs, a demanding stretch lies ahead. Their next four fixtures are all away from home - a test that could define their campaign. After a slightly inconsistent start, with two wins, one loss and a no result, they currently si...

Free State Crinums coach, Martha Mosoahle-Samm, is delighted to welcome a Proteas stalwart back into her squad ahead of the upcoming Telkom Netball League (TNL). Netball legend Karla Pretorius has earned her place in the team that will be aiming to reclaim their title in South Africa’s premier netball competition. Mosoahle-Samm told OFM Sport that Pretorius’ influence extends far beyond match day.

The Toyota Cheetahs have signed off for the Easter break after four rounds of SA Cup action that have delivered a mixed bag of results. There was, however, plenty to smile about over the weekend. The Cheetahs produced a commanding 52–19 win over Eastern Province, and the lift in energy at training this week was clear to see. Captain Chucky van der Westhuizen told OFM Sport that, while it’s still r...

The Toyota Cheetahs have signed off for the Easter break after four rounds of SA Cup action that have delivered a mixed bag of results. There was, however, plenty to smile about over the weekend. The Cheetahs produced a commanding 52–19 win over Eastern Province, and the lift in energy at training this week was clear to see. Next up is a demanding stretch of four consecutive away matches, starting...

The Suzuki Griquas head coach, Pieter Bergh, says extending his stay in Kimberley was an easy decision as the Peacock Blues continue to build something special in the Northern Cape. Bergh, who has been at the helm of the Currie Cup champions since 2021, has signed a contract extension that will keep him with the Griquas until at least 2029. In that time, he has firmly established himself as one of...

Proteas Women captain Laura Wolvaardt has called for a sharper, more clinical performance from her side as they gear up for their crucial ICC Women’s Championship One-Day International series against New Zealand Women. Speaking ahead of the first ODI, Wolvaardt admitted the team had taken a hard look at their recent T20 International struggles, where they slipped to a 4-1 series defeat, and stress...

Bafana Bafana kicked off their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Panama national football team on Friday night at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. It was a typically hot, humid and energy-sapping evening on the East Coast, but the home side showed grit and character to come from behind and salvage a result in front of their supporters. Broos was nevertheless fu...

The Toyota Cheetahs flyhalf, Jaco van der Walt, is locked and loaded for a return to action on Saturday when they take on the Eastern Province Elephants in Bloemfontein in round four of the SA Cup. Van der Walt will marshal the backline for the first time since recovering from a hand injury. He was named on the bench for last week’s clash against the Pumas, but didn’t see any game time after the m...

The former Springbok coach, Allister Coetzee, is bracing for a tough but compelling encounter when Eastern Province take on the Toyota Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday in the SA Cup. Last year’s clash between the sides is still fresh in the memory. The Cheetahs edged the Elephants in Gqeberha, claiming a dramatic 47–35 victory after a late surge in the Friendly City, despite being under pressu...

The Suzuki Griquas have named their big guns for Saturday’s crucial SA Cup fourth-round clash against the Griffons in Kimberley. The Peacock Blues are unbeaten after three rounds and have racked up a staggering 38 tries while conceding just four. However, the clash with the Purple People Eaters is one they dare not take lightly. Griquas forward coach and former Springbok lock, Franco van der Merwe...

The Suzuki Griquas have made their first signing from the 2026 Varsity Cup as they continue to strengthen their squad for the season. Maynard Kleynhans, a forward from the University of the Free State Shimlas, will link up with the Peacock Blues after signing with the Currie Cup champions, and he’s set to be a major asset in the pack. While the Shimlas are still battling to reach the semi-finals,...

The pressure is mounting on the Toyota Cheetahs as they head into their SA Cup fourth-round clash against Eastern Province in Bloemfontein this weekend. On Friday, the Cheetahs were forced to share the spoils with the Pumas. While they walked away with two points, a full haul would have been far more ideal. Winger Prince Nkabinde told OFM Sport that missing out on maximum points was frustrating, e...

The University of the Free State Shimlas kept their Varsity Cup play-off ambitions alive with a dramatic win in Bloemfontein on Monday night, while across town, the Central University of Technology Ixias were left staring down the threat of relegation despite a brave showing against UJ. Shimlas captain Bradley Giddy chats to OFM Sport about his teams performance and chances.

The Knights beat Eastern Cape Iinyathi by five wickets at the Diamond Oval in Kimberley, securing their third trophy of the campaign and celebrating promotion in the best possible fashion. Head coach JP Pietersen praised the achievement, highlighting just how significant the treble is for the franchise.