Ashfak Mohamed

Sports Journalist

Watch VideoLast-gasp David Kriel penalty seals dramatic Bulls victory over Leinster in URC thriller

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David Kriel's ice-cold penalty after the final hooter completed a remarkable Bulls comeback to defeat Leinster 21-20 in a pulsating United Rugby Championship clash ...

I never gave up, says SA sprint star Akani Simbine after claiming bronze medal at World Indoor Championships

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South African sprint sensation Akani Simbine finally breaks his individual medal drought on the global stage, securing bronze in the 60m at the World Indoor Championships. ...

Watch VideoHanekom on bench, Johannes due a start? Lots for Jake White to ponder as Bulls get set for Leinster

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As the Bulls prepare to face Leinster in a crucial United Rugby Championship match at Loftus Versfeld, coach Jake White faces key decisions about managing returning ...

Tricky blocks can’t slow down ‘always competitive’ Marioné Fourie after world-lead time at ASA Grand Prix

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South African hurdler Marioné Fourie overcomes technical difficulties to clock a world-leading time of 12. 69 seconds in the 100m hurdles at the ASA Grand Prix 2, ...

Blitzboks look to Zain Davids for inspiration at Hong Kong Sevens

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Zain Davids' return from injury promises to galvanise the Blitzboks as they prepare for a challenging Hong Kong Sevens, aiming to reclaim their title after a narrow ...

Watch VideoBulls skipper Ludwig locked in for Springbok giant RG Snyman

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Bulls captain Reinhardt Ludwig prepares to face World Cup-winning Springbok RG Snyman in a crucial URC clash against Leinster, as he makes a tactical shift from ...

Zain Davids boosts Blitzboks as Philip Snyman seeks ‘never-say-die attitude’ at Hong Kong Sevens

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The Blitzboks received a significant boost with the return of forward Zain Davids for the Hong Kong Sevens, as coach Philip Snyman emphasises the importance of a ...

Watch VideoNizaam Carr keen to drive Bulls bench against table-topping Leinster

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Experienced Bulls loose forward Nizaam Carr discusses his evolving role in the team as Cameron Hanekom returns from injury, ahead of crucial URC clash against table-leaders ...

Watch VideoStormers pushed into URC log corner, says Deon Fourie

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The Stormers, bolstered by returning Springboks Damian Willemse and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, head to Wales seeking their first European win since October. Currently ...

Watch Video‘Small club’ stars making Bafana sparkle under Hugo Broos

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Under Hugo Broos’ leadership, Bafana Bafana has transformed from underdogs to serious World Cup contenders. His revolutionary approach of selecting players regardless ...

Watch VideoWhether it’s Leinster A or B, Bulls must get smaller details right in URC clash, says Nizaam Carr

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As the Bulls prepare to face a mixed-strength Leinster side in a crucial United Rugby Championship match, Nizaam Carr emphasises that precision and attention to ...

Watch VideoNo Dixon, Fouché, but Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Damian Willemse confirmed for Stormers URC tour

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Stormers coach John Dobson will be hoping for maximum points from both games in order to stay in the hunt for the URC playoffs, as they are languishing in 12th position ...

Quotas in South African Cricket: A necessary discussion

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The Warriors face penalties for failing to meet quota requirements in South African cricket. What does this reveal about the ongoing debate over transformation policies? ...

Watch VideoWhy quotas are still needed in SA cricket, and lessons to learn from Rassie’s Springboks

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Now even just speaking in some of these terms almost sounds absurd, let alone actually implementing the transformation policy. But there is method to Cricket South ...

Watch VideoFive players who can showcase ‘point of difference’ Rassie Erasmus demands at Springbok alignment camp

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As 56 players gather at the Springbok alignment camp in Cape Town, Rassie Erasmus seeks unique talent to strengthen the Springbok squad. From a powerful 153kg prop ...

Watch VideoPrudence Sekgodiso, Luvo Manyonga headline first ASA Grand Prix in Pretoria

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Caster Semenya’s 1 500m SA record of 3:59. 92 may not be on Prudence Sekgodiso’s radar just yet, but she did break the national 800m record earlier this year at ...

Watch VideoVan Rooyen: If Lions can colour in the pictures, they can make it happen in URC

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The Lions have their United Rugby Championship playoff hopes in their own hands despite their defeat to the Sharks, and coach Ivan van Rooyen is confident that they ...

Watch VideoRassie Erasmus ‘nervous but excited’ as 2027 Rugby World Cup quest begins for Springboks

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Coach Rassie Erasmus kicks off preparations for the 2027 Rugby World Cup with a 56-player alignment camp in Cape Town, as the Springboks aim to secure an unprecedented ...

Watch VideoLions went to sleep 20 minutes before halftime against Sharks, says coach Ivan van Rooyen

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Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen was equally gutted in the post-match press conference as he reflected on what might have been, as the Sharks clinched the SA Shield as ...

Watch VideoLivewire Lions star Morné van den Berg won Kings Park scrumhalf battle to push for Springbok spot

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The Lions may have lost to the Sharks, but Morné van den Berg was deservedly chosen as the Player of the Match after a terrific display that would certainly have ...

Watch VideoJoseph Dweba could be the hooker to ‘shoot the lights out’ for Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus

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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has a lot to ponder on when it comes to the hooker position leading up to the 2027 World Cup in Australia, starting with next week’s ...

Watch VideoDarrien Landsberg eyes ‘bigger goals’, but must first roar for Lions against Sharks

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Looking at his performances over the last few months, Lions lock Darrien Landsberg is clearly determined to keep on knocking on Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus’ door. ...

Watch VideoHere’s the truth: Proteas choked against New Zealand, and must embrace change to avoid more tears in 2027

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In the cold light of day, it was just another typical choke from the South Africans when it mattered most in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final against New Zealand, ...

Watch VideoNo Ruan Venter, JC Pretorius as Lions field new-look loose trio to swim with the Sharks

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Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen has announced his team to face the Sharks, and both Springbok No 7 Ruan Venter and former Blitzboks star JC Pretorius were on a lengthy ...

Watch VideoI’m not jinxing it: This is finally the Proteas’ year

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Having endured some serious adversity from before their ICC Champions Trophy campaign had even begun, are the cricket gods finally smiling on the Proteas?