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Logan Welman of SA during the WXV Global Series, first Test match against Ireland at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on October 24

Bok Women believe they can bounce back against Ireland

Despite a 40-27 defeat to Ireland in Cape Town, the Springbok Women coaches and players remain confident they can correct their errors and bounce back in the rematch next weekend.


Madibaz star Juanita van Tonder was voted Player of the Tournament and Players’ Player of the Tournament in this year’s Varsity Netball competition.

Varsity Netball double not just a destination for Proteas star

Madibaz defender Juanita van Tonder secured a rare double honour by being named both Varsity Netball Player of the Tournament and the Players' Player of the Tournament.

Owethu Rula will challenge Japan's Asami Nakai for the vacant WBF female junior-bantamweight title on  November 28 at the Titi Jonas Hall in Port Alfred.

Rula delighted for another world title shot after previous disappointment

After two postponements and a canceled bout, South African boxer Owethu Rula is getting a renewed shot at international glory as she challenges Japan's Asami Nakai for the WBF female junior bantamweight title.

Owethu Rula is chasing WBF glory.

Nelson Mandela Bay’s Owethu Rula eyes WBF world title fight

Eastern Cape female flyweight champion Owethu Rula is preparing to step onto the international stage as she challenges for the World Boxing Federation Junior Bantamweight title in late November.

Banyana Banyana players at a training session in Bloemfontein this week.

Desiree Ellis sets sights on Olympic return as Banyana prepare for Madagascar clashes

Banyana Banyana have settled in Bloemfontein to prepare for their upcoming Olympic qualifiers against Madagascar, aiming to secure a long-awaited return to the Olympic stage.

New promoter Sisanda Matshoba is confident of adding some much-needed punch to boxing.

New wave of young female promoters tackle SA boxing inactivity

Faced with widespread boxer inactivity, a new wave of young South African female promoters, including Mdantsane’s Sisanda Matshoba, are launching initiatives to revive grassroots talent and secure competitive opportunities.