Cricket
KKR vs MI at Eden Gardens: Powerplay pressure meets Mumbai’s returning firepower
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Tennis
Wimbledon loses its reigning force as Alcaraz prioritizes wrist recovery
Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from Wimbledon as he continues to recover from a right wrist injury that already forced him out of the French Open. The world No. 2 says he’s improving, but not far enough along to risk a return on grass.
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Rugby
Junior Springboks open Cape Town U20 Series with urgency as World Championship auditions begin
Kevin Foote wants South Africa’s U20s to start fast against Chile in Cape Town, setting the tone for a three-test mini-campaign that also features Fiji and Georgia. With the global U20 championship looming, every minute in the inaugural International Series doubles as a selection trial and a systems stress-test.
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Rugby
Lions’ URC breakthrough sets up Leinster test — and Van Rooyen wants more than a milestone
The Lions have reached the URC playoffs for the first time in the competition’s modern era, but coach Ivan van Rooyen is framing it as a stepping stone rather than a destination. A quarterfinal trip to Dublin to face Leinster will demand sharper execution — and a deeper squad — if the Johannesburg side are to rewrite their recent knockout history.
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Soccer
Yakin doubles down on experience as Switzerland set their World Cup direction
Switzerland coach Murat Yakin has leaned into continuity by selecting a veteran-heavy 26-man World Cup squad, with a large core returning from the previous tournament. The message is clear: the Swiss are backing leadership, chemistry, and tournament know-how over a full reset.
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Soccer
Sibisi sets the tone as Pirates chase a defining weekend in the title race
Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi believes the Buccaneers have earned the right to trust their process heading into a potentially title-sealing weekend. After a few bumps in the run-in, Pirates are leaning on leadership, set-piece sharpness and game management to finish the job.
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Sports
Chelle’s Unity Cup shortlist signals a new Super Eagles era — and Zimbabwe won’t get an easy test
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has confirmed his Unity Cup selections are finalized, framing the London tournament as an audition window rather than a victory lap. Injuries have forced late reshuffles for both Nigeria and Zimbabwe, turning their meeting into a revealing look at depth, adaptability, and next-cycle planning.
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Boxing
Why South African Boxing Still Reveres Fernandes — and What His Blueprint Means for the Next Champions
A former world champion’s praise of trainer Fernandes isn’t just nostalgia — it’s a window into what South African boxing has been missing in the rankings era. The conversation also circles back to a bigger question: can local titles become the sport’s real launchpad again?
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Soccer
Arsenal’s long wait ends as Arteta turns mentorship into mastery
Arsenal are Premier League champions for the first time since 2004, completing a rebuild that began the day Mikel Arteta walked back through the club’s doors in 2019. In finally edging Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, Arteta has shown he’s no longer the apprentice — he’s a title-winning standard-setter in his own right.
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Soccer
Southampton’s spying scandal could reshape Premier League enforcement — and the club’s future
Southampton’s admission of a season-long espionage operation has put the club on course for the most severe financial punishment ever tied to “sporting espionage” in English football. With fines, potential points deductions, and a projected hit that could exceed $270 million in Premier League-related income, the case is becoming a defining test of the league’s integrity rules.
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Soccer
Highlanders’ off-field troubles deepen as Botswana camp bill heads to court
Highlanders’ preparations for the new season have been overshadowed by a court case in Botswana over alleged unpaid fees tied to a pre-season camp. The dispute lands at a delicate moment for Bosso, who are also navigating FIFA-related payment issues that could carry sporting consequences.
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Cricket
SA20’s quiet win: keeping South Africa’s best in the Proteas orbit
Graeme Smith believes SA20 is starting to slow the tide of South African players drifting away from the national setup in pursuit of franchise security. With the league’s next player auction set for 19 September, the balance between Proteas duty and T20 opportunity is becoming a defining storyline for the country’s cricket future.
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Soccer
Arsenal’s long wait ends: a title clinched in Bournemouth and a new era forged in North London
Arsenal are Premier League champions for the first time since 2004 after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth, leaving the Gunners with an uncatchable lead with one match to play. The scenes across North London were more than relief — they felt like the start of something bigger, with a Champions League final still to come.
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Soccer
Sundowns’ Morocco trip delayed by landing permit snag, raising fresh questions about CAF logistics
Mamelodi Sundowns’ planned departure to Morocco was derailed after their charter flight was denied landing rights, forcing the team to return home from OR Tambo. With a decisive CAF Champions League trip looming, the disruption puts preparation, recovery and competitive balance under the spotlight.
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Sports
Rinomhota’s Reading future hangs in the balance as suitors circle ahead of June decision
Andy Rinomhota is weighing up a new deal at Reading while at least one other English club has registered interest in signing him. With a decision expected by mid-June and Reading reshaping their squad, the Zimbabwe international’s next move could become one of the summer’s early storylines.
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Sports
BLAST FROM THE PAST | Hekkie Budler makes South African ring history as he wins three world titles
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Soccer
De Zerbi tells Spurs to play for their ‘dignity’ in final-day relegation battle
<ul><li><p>Defeat at Chelsea keeps last relegation place open</p></li><li><p>Spurs need a point at home to Everton to be safe</p></li></ul>&...
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Soccer
Sundowns’ Champions League build-up hit by travel chaos as Morocco blocks charter landing permit
Mamelodi Sundowns’ trip to Morocco for the CAF Champions League final was abruptly derailed when their charter flight was denied landing rights, forcing the squad to return home after hours at OR Tambo. The Brazilians are now regrouping and set to depart again on Wednesday, with preparation time for Sunday’s second leg suddenly under pressure.
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Soccer
Pep Guardiola refuses to confirm expected departure from Manchester City
<ul><li><p>Manager to speak to club hierarchy before announcing decision</p></li><li><p>Guardiola: ‘The first person I have to talk to is my chairman’ </p&...
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Sports
Chelsea, Liverpool & Man Utd want Bowen - Wednesday's gossip
Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United interested in Jarrod Bowen, Barcelona to pursue move for Joao Pedro, Pep Guardiola endorses Enzo Maresca as his successor at Manchester City, plus more....
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