5 articles tagged with “Springboks”
As rugby's world champions cast their net wide for fresh talent and football's transfer carousel spins, the region's sporting landscape reflects both careful succession planning and the unpredictable drama that defines competitive athletics.
Stellenbosch's stunning comeback victory over Kaizer Chiefs has injected fresh uncertainty into the Betway Premiership title race, while Mamelodi Sundowns reclaim top spot and the Springboks begin their 2026 campaign with a squad featuring 11 uncapped players.
As the sporting calendar intensifies across the region, Zimbabwe's domestic cricket competition showcases emerging talent while South African rugby prepares for pivotal clashes that could reshape the continental game.
Zimbabwe's Marvelous Nakamba faces relegation heartbreak with Sheffield Wednesday, while Springboks eye English talent and England cricket rebounds at T20 World Cup.
As Siya Kolisi's captaincy enters its twilight, the Springboks face a succession question that extends beyond mere logistics—it probes the nature of leadership itself in modern sport.