Several players have headed to South Africa's "big 3" clubs in recent times with the hope of writing their names in history, but for a range of reasons the moves have not worked out, writes Mark Gleeson.
The Vodacom Bulls will have their sights set squarely on booking their second Vodacom United Rugby Championship grand final spot in three seasons when they host Leinster in the first semi-final at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday afternoon, when they will fly the flag as the last remaining South African team in the cross-hemisphere showpiece.
Double Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe has rejoined his teammates in Pretoria and will do his rehabilitation under the supervision of the Bok medical staff with an eye on possibly being available for selection for the opening Test of the Castle Lager Incoming Tour against Ireland.
Bafana Bafana defender Given Msimango has no doubt Kaizer Chiefs will rise again, writes Mazola Molefe.
Themba Zwane will go down as one of the greats of South African football when he retires, but he is still going strong, writes Dylan Appolis.
AmaZulu have confirmed the release of three players as they look to build and bolster their squad for the 2024–25 season.
Zimbabwe coach Jairos Tapera felt his side made it difficult for themselves following their defeat against Bafana Bafana in their FIFA World Cup Group C qualifier.
Bafana Bafana defender Thapelo Morena says they created chances and converted them, which he believes was the "difference" in the game against Zimbabwe.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos believes his side deserves the win following their stellar performance against Zimbabwe.
The Carling Currie Cup will kick off as scheduled, as one of the results of a ground-breaking alignment between employers and players to maximise player welfare, while facilitating a 12-month-long South African season.