Mike Greenaway

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Sport

Watch VideoRuan Nortje’s Bulls milestone injects emotional fuel into Munster quarter-final

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With defending champions Munster heading to a roaring Loftus Versfeld, the Bulls have been handed the ultimate extra layer of motivation.

Watch VideoRassie Erasmus happy with alignment camp outcome but 'how we play is what counts'

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The three-day Springbok alignment camp in Cape Town concluded on Thursday. Coach Rassie Erasmus said boxes have been ticked.

Watch VideoLions flank Ruan Venter out for rest of year after knee surgery, ending his valid Springbok hopes

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Lions flank Ruan Venter is not only out of the Lions' URC campaign but will not feature for the Springboks this year after having been in Rassie Erasmus's plans. ...

Watch VideoSharks flyhalf Vusi Moyo to marshal Baby Boks in clash with Chile in Cape Town

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The high-riding Junior Springboks are involved in a tournament in Cape Town. On Thursday afternoon they host Chile at Rondebosch Boys' High

Watch VideoA lame horse: How the once-mighty Super Rugby lost its mojo after 30 years

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The southern hemisphere's showpiece competition, Super Rugby, has lost its lustre and is in danger of collapsing unless dramatic change is made.

Watch VideoLoss of Springboks Asenathi Ntlabakanye, Morne van den Berg could force Rassie Erasmus' hand

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An 18-month doping ban for Asenathi Ntlabakanye and a torn biceps for Morne van den Berg have thrown a major spanner into the Springboks' winter planning.

Rassie Erasmus celebrated by presidency as Springbok alignment camp begins

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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has been awarded the National Order of Ikhamanga in Gold for his inspirational leadership and contribution to South African unity. ...

Easier travel loads for Lions, Sharks, Stormers, Bulls as fixture list for new URC season unveiled

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As the current United Rugby Championship season hits the playoff stage, the fixture list for the next season has already been announced.

Watch VideoDon't rule out Manie Libbok return to South Africa as Sharks hunt world-class flyhalf

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The Sharks are reportedly eyeing a sensational return for Springbok star Manie Libbok as they hunt for a world-class operator to drive their attacking game plan. ...

Watch VideoSpringboks' Asenathi Ntlabakanye must forfeit earnings following hefty doping ban

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Lions and Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye's year-long doping case has ended with an unfortunate 18-month ban for the popular prop.

Watch VideoBulls coach Ackermann: Kurt-Lee could make the difference against dangerous Scarlets

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The Bulls conclude their month-long European tour with a URC match against the Scarlets on Saturday night. Coach Johan Ackerman is thrilled to welcome back some ...

Watch VideoBulls' Marco van Staden embraces the technical challenge of hooker after bench impact

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Burly flank Marco van Staden was a backline player at school. Now he is making a name for himself as a hooker at the Bulls.

Watch VideoEthan Hooker injury blow: Springboks versatility tested ahead of Nations Cup

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Ethan Hooker's dislocated shoulder creates a selection headache for Rassie Erasmus ahead of the Springboks’ 2026 international season. We analyse the midfield depth ...

Watch VideoCaptain Marcell Coetzee climbs ladder into pantheon of Bulls greats

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Marcell Coetzee on Saturday becomes one of the Bulls' most capped captains. He has paid tribute to his teammates ahead of Saturday's match against the Scarlets.

Watch VideoFrom sweat to silverware: The Stellenbosch secret behind Blitzboks' Hong Kong triumph

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With the SVNS World Championship in Valladolid looming next month, the Blitzboks are already resetting their focus on the physical and mental demands required to ...

Watch VideoRampant Lions crush Warriors to announce themselves as URC title contenders

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The Lions delivered a superb performance in beating United Rugby Championship log leaders Glasgow at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Watch VideoCanan Moodie injury the concern for Bulls after big victory over Dragons

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The Bulls enjoyed a fine United Rugby Championship win on Friday night against the Dragons, but they are running out of wings.

Watch VideoIn-form Lions face stern examination from table-topping Warriors in spicy URC clash

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The Lions are on a four-match winning streak in the URC. That run will be tested by the Glasgow Warriors at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Watch VideoGAME DAY I Bulls desperate to slay Dragons and make inroads into URC top eight

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The Bulls being a two-match URC tour of the United Kingdom on Friday night when they visit the Dragons, They are determined to bank vital log points.

Watch VideoLions boosted by return of Big Asenathi, Morne van den Berg for URC clash with Warriors

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The Lions have confirmed their match-23 for Saturday's URC match against the Glasgow Warriors. Two Springboks and a Blitzbok return to the side.

Watch VideoLions can do Stormers a big favour by beating Glasgow as Capetonians chase URC top spot

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The Stormers are well-placed to finish the URC top of the table. But first they need to get past a Connacht side that has everything to play for.

Watch VideoPollard on SA flop in Euro Cups: It's disappointing, but we can go deep into URC

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The South African teams failed in the Champions and Challenge Cups but Handre Pollard says they can make up for it in the URC.

Watch VideoRassie's latest recruit a 'brilliant addition', Burger says Boks won't back off in 2026

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The Springboks are still a way off starting their season, but positive developments are brewing in the land of the green and gold.

Watch VideoBrave Bulls unlucky to lose to Warriors in Champions Cup classic in Glasgow

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The Bulls narrowly lost to Glasgow in a Round of 16 Champions Cup game on Saturday night. It was a close game and the men from Pretoria can count themselves unfortunate. ...

Watch VideoWestville, Kearsney, DHS continue winning ways on day two of Easter Rugby Festival

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The Durban teams at the Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival continued their dominance over teams from outside of KZN on day two of he popular tournament.