Rowan Callaghan

South African sports writer and journalist who covers a wide range of sporting codes.

Watch VideoBlitzboks target another Vancouver statement as refreshed Visser returns

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Springbok Sevens captain Impi Visser returns from a strategic break as South Africa aim to build on their strong HSBC SVNS form in a tough Vancouver pool featuring ...

Watch VideoMichael Carrick brings calm to Manchester United as unbeaten run sparks top-four surge

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United turned inward once more in the search for Ruben Amorim's successor – and the early signs suggest they may finally have found stability.

Watch VideoProteas peaking at right time: Shukri Conrad embraces favourites tag ahead of World Cup semi-final

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South Africa coach Shukri Conrad is confident his side is ready for the T20 World Cup semi-finals after a five-wicket win over Zimbabwe. The unbeaten Proteas now ...

Watch VideoDobson laments Stormers’ lack of composure after third straight URC defeat to Lions

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Stormers coach admits his side ‘didn’t deserve to win’ after costly errors at Ellis Park

Proteas edge Zimbabwe to stay unbeaten ahead of T20 World Cup semi-final with New Zealand

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Brevis and Miller power South Africa past their neighbours in last Super Eights match, despite Sakinda Raza’s all-round brilliance.

Siba Mahashe shines as Lions clinch URC SA shield in gritty Stormers derby

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Flank Siba Mahashe delivers a masterclass in defense and breakdown work to help the Lions secure the United Rugby Championship SA Shield at Ellis Park.

Watch VideoLions lift SA Shield: Mindset shift fuels historic victory over Stormers

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The Lions have secured the SA Shield for the first time following a resilient URC win over the Stormers. Coach Ivan van Rooyen credits a new mental toughness and ...

Watch VideoNorthern Blues dethrone WP as Southern Gauteng retain men’s crown at SA Indoor Hockey IPT

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Northern Blues edge Western Province in a gripping women’s decider, while Southern Gauteng survive a fierce fightback to defend the men’s title.

Lions maul Stormers despite late yellow and red card drama at Ellis Park

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24-10. A clinical first-half blitz and a brave defensive effort with 13 men saw the Lions claim the spoils in a bruising encounter at Ellis Park this Saturday afternoon. ...

Watch VideoBlitzboks hit reset for North America trip as coach Philip Snyman balances depth and drive

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Despite a historic victory in Perth, head coach Philip Snyman has opted for rotation as the Springbok Sevens welcome back senior playmakers for the Vancouver and ...

Southern Gauteng, Western Province set up 2026 SA Indoor Hockey IPT finals showdown in Durban

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A flurry of goals and late drama defined semi-final day as the men’s and women’s A Section finalists were confirmed.

Lions load up on forward power for Stormers showdown at Ellis Park

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Ivan van Rooyen backs scrum strength, lineout accuracy and breakdown intensity as Emirates Lions prepare for decisive URC clash against the Stormers in Johannesburg. ...

Watch VideoIsaac Kibet Ndiema could power Adriaan Wildschutt’s SA record bid at Gqeberha 10K

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Isaac Kibet Ndiema’s 26:55 pedigree could provide the perfect competition and pace Adriaan Wildschutt needs to break the South African 10km record.

Watch VideoPremier League title race: Why wrestling the crown away from Arsenal could be Pep Guardiola’s greatest triumph

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As the 2025/26 Premier League season enters its decisive phase, we look at why overhauling Mikel Arteta’s mature Arsenal side would represent the most impressive ...

Watch VideoUndisputed Dusi king Andy Birkett having too much fun to stop at 16 titles

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Sixteen-time champion says love for the Dusi Canoe Marathon has been reignited after back-to-back K2 victories with Matt Fenn, while rival Sbonelo Khwela weighs ...

Tshepo Tshite smashes SA 3000m record twice in fortnight to ignite 2026 season

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South African middle-distance star Tshepo Tshite has enjoyed a record-breaking start to 2026, lowering the national 3,000m short track mark in Ostrava and Liévin. ...

Watch VideoProteas Women v Pakistan: Suné Luus eyes frontline spinner role after inspiring ODI opening win

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Suné Luus starred with both bat and ball as the Proteas Women secured a 37-run victory over Pakistan in Bloemfontein. After an unbeaten 93 and two vital wickets, ...

Suné Luus, Sinalo Jafta shine as Proteas Women beat Pakistan in rain-hit ODI opener

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A late 89-run stand between Luus and Jafta propelled the Proteas Women to 260/6 before the bowlers restricted Pakistan to 223, giving South Africa a 37-run victory. ...

Age is just a number: 78-Year-Old hockey legend Basil Evans still shines at Masters IPT

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KZN stalwart Basil Evans, the oldest player in his provincial side, discusses five decades of hockey, World Cup memories, and why he has no plans to retire at 78. ...

Watch VideoManqoba Mngqithi praises Golden Arrows’ resilience after edging Gavin Hunt’s Stellenbosch in Nedbank Cup

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Arrows coach highlights fitness and patience after 1-0 Nedbank Cup win secures last-eight spot, as Stellies rue missed chances and controversial handball call.

Golden Arrows edge Stellenbosch 1-0 amid refereeing controversy to reach Nedbank Cup quarter-finals

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Angelo van Rooi’s second-half strike seals victory at King Zwelithini Stadium as Stellies are left furious over a missed handball and a red card in a dramatic cup ...

Andy Birkett seals record-extending 16th Dusi crown while Christie Mackenzie bags first K2 win

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Birkett and Matt Fenn storm to back-to-back Dusi Canoe Marathon victories, while Christie Mackenzie and Saskia Hockly dig deep to win a thrilling women’s race decided ...

Mandla Mashimbyi demands winning mindset as Proteas Women take on Pakistan in ODIs

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After clinching the T20I series, South Africa shift focus to the 50-over format in Bloemfontein. Head coach Mandla Mashimbyi explains why " small victories" are ...

Watch VideoGlenrose Xaba eyes SA record as elite women’s field assembles for Gqeberha 10k

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South Africa’s 10km queen Glenrose Xaba believes an elite international field at the Absa Run Your City Gqeberha 10K could provide the perfect slipstream for a record-breaking ...

Champions League Round-of-16 play-offs: Italian giants stunned as Bodi/Glimt and Galatasaray dominate

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Inter Milan, Juventus, and Atalanta face an uphill battle after damaging first-leg defeats, while Newcastle United all but secure their spot in the next round.