Mike Greenaway

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Sport

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 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 VideoSpringboks coaches over the years have had one thing in common — they go slightly mad

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There are few jobs in sport more challenging than the Springbok coaching position. The pressure can result in bizarre behaviour.

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 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.

Watch VideoKearsney Easter Festival Day two: More thrills and spills in feast of schoolboy rugby

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The Kearsney Easter Festival enjoyed an excellent opening day on Thursday. Day two on Saturday promised more exciting rugby.

Watch VideoWhy 'hybrid' Hacjivah Dayimani is the Stormers’ new tactical weapon

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Hacjivah Dayimani learned how to play wing during his time at Racing 92 in France. He is happy to embrace a hybrid role between flank and wing for the Stormers.

Watch VideoBulls must back Cheswill Jooste in their bid to slay Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun

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Junior Springbok wing Cheswill Jooste scored a brilliant try for the Bulls against Munster at the weekend. Coach Johan Ackermann should make the bold call of giving ...

Watch VideoRassie Erasmus eyes replacement as injury curse robs Springboks of RG Snyman for 2026

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There have been few unluckier Springboks than RG Snyman. Yet another ruptured knee has ended his international season before it has begun.

Embrose Papier’s Loftus masterclass sends timely reminder to Springboks' Rassie Erasmus

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Embrose Papier’s two-try, Player of the Match performance was the difference as the Bulls survived a five-try onslaught from Munster.

Watch VideoRemembering Ian McIntosh: The legend who turned the Sharks into a powerhouse

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Next week marks three years since the passing of Ian McIntosh, the man who transformed Natal rugby from " Cinderella" status into the dominant force of the 1990s. ...

Watch VideoKearsney Festival pits best of KZN talent against top SA schools, but Iran war stops Irish participation

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The annual Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival is back. The 16th edition of the popular tournament promises cracking schoolboy entertainment.

Watch VideoEmile van Heerden puts injury curse behind him to step up to the plate for Sharks

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Former Junior Springbok Emile van Heerden has been jinxed by injuries in his short career. He was excellent for the Sharks last week and is hoping for more of the ...

Watch VideoBulls wheel out the heavy artillery for forward onslaught on Stormers in URC clash at Loftus

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Form the team selected by Bulls coach Johan Ackermann for Saturday's URC lash with the Stormers, it is clear where he seeks an advantage in the north-south derby. ...

Watch VideoBasil Fawlty, the Proteas and South Africa's saddest sporting moment

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South Africans have grown accustomed to losing Word Cup cricket playoffs but the 1999 semi-final against Australia still jars. British actor John Cleese is among ...

Watch VideoAllister Coetzee, Heyneke Meyer bring Springbok pedigree to SA Cup ahead of new season

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South African rugby's second tier teams are back in action in the latest edition of the SA Cup.

Watch VideoBulls opt for powerful 'bomb squad' as Johan Ackermann rotates for URC derby with Sharks

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ohan Ackermann has shuffled his forwards for the visit of the Sharks, with Jan-Hendrik Wessels moving into the middle of a revamped front row at Loftus.

Watch VideoOff-field changes at Shark Tank will only count if they help JP Pietersen win matches

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The " Shark Tank" has a new blueprint. From Scott Mathie’s attacking guile to Neil Powell’s move to the juniors, the Sharks have overhauled their high-performance ...

Watch VideoCash Van Rooyen delighted with Lions' victory over Sharks, JP Pietersen admits 'poor' showing

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Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen and opposite number JP Pietersen were in contrasting moods after the SA Derby at Ellis Park

Watch VideoSomething borrowed, something new: The making of JP Pietersen the coach

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The newly appointed Sharks coach JP Pietersen has revealed how he soaked up wisdom from the coaches he played under.

Watch VideoLions' Ruan Venter back for clash with Sharks, Darrien Landsberg to hit 50 caps at Ellis Park

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The Lions have named their team to play the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday, and there are milestones for youngster Siba Mahashe and veteran Darrien Landsberg

Sharks look for two in a row

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" It is going to be hot, sweaty and slippery, but we train in the Durban heat. The Stormers don’t." Sharks Coach JP Pietersen

Watch VideoRugby diplomacy: Can the Springboks, All Blacks do what politicians can’t in the US?

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As the Springboks and All Blacks prepare to take their legendary rivalry to Baltimore, the fixture represents more than just a game; it is a high-stakes charm offensive ...