Rowan Callaghan
South African sports writer and journalist who covers a wide range of sporting codes.
In-form Ayabonga Khaka leads clinical Proteas Women to opening T20 win over India
Seamer shines with 3/16 as Wolvaardt and Dercksen guide South Africa to composed chase in Durban
Aimee Canny steals Coetzé’s thunder as seven swimmers book Glasgow spots at SA Nationals
World champion Pieter Coetzé arrived as the headline act in Gqeberha, but Aimee Canny’s four-title surge turned the spotlight, headlining a meet that produced a ...
Track detour fuelling Kavanagh’s road-running surge ahead of Cape Town 10K
A late move into track racing has sharpened KZN star's speed and sparked a breakthrough run of form on the road as she targets another strong showing at the Absa ...
From multi-sport talent to Bok Sevens call-up: Owami Mohuli’s rapid rise to Hong Kong stage
Springbok Women’s Sevens captain Ayanda Malinga backs young squad for Hong Kong SVNS 2026 impact in absence of injured stalwarts like Nadine Roos.
Lions face defining moment against Glasgow with tough URC run-in looming
With just four points separating them from ninth place, the Lions cannot afford a slip-up at home before a difficult tour that has troubled them all season.
Lions aim to avenge Glasgow drubbing by disrupting ruck speed at Ellis Park
The Lions are drawing motivation from a previous 42-0 loss to Glasgow Warriors as they prepare for Saturday’s URC clash. Assistant coach Ricardo Loubscher highlights ...
Blitzboks reset for Hong Kong SVNS as coach Snyman demands discipline and a fresh start
After a dominant regular season, the Springbok Sevens have arrived in Hong Kong with a " start from zero" mentality. Coach Philip Snyman discusses the reset and ...
Young Gunners v the City machine: An English Premier League verdict looms at the Etihad
A once insurmountable gap has shrunk to six points as Manchester City find their ruthless late-season form. We analyse whether Mikel Arteta’s young Arsenal squad ...
SA Swimming Championships: Pieter Coetzé and Chad le Clos lead charge for Glasgow qualification
South Africa’s premier swimmers, led by world champion Pieter Coetzé and veteran Chad le Clos, descend on Gqeberha for the SA National Swimming Championships. With ...
Linda Motlhalo: Glasgow City cup winner aims to ignite Banyana Banyana against Algeria
After lifting the Sky Sports Cup in Scotland, midfielder Linda Motlhalo joins Banyana Banyana for a crucial international friendly against Algeria. The playmaker ...
Five key battles as Sharks face must-win Ospreys URC clash in Swansea
The Sharks’ United Rugby Championship playoff hopes are on the line as they travel to face the Ospreys. From the return of Eben Etzebeth to the breakdown battle ...
Arthur Zwane urges AmaZulu to focus on self-reliance in CAF qualification race
AmaZulu head coach Arthur Zwane insists his side must stop scoreboard-watching and take control of their own destiny. Despite being in the hunt for a top-three finish, ...
Gerda Steyn’s ultra-distance dominance: Chasing history and big payouts
After securing her seventh Two Oceans title, Gerda Steyn eyes a massive payday at the 2026 Comrades Marathon. With a prize purse increase and record bonuses, the ...
Gerda Steyn eyes perfection as seventh consecutive Two Oceans title fuels hunger for more
After securing an unprecedented seventh straight Two Oceans Ultra Marathon crown, South African icon Gerda Steyn reflects on her ageing career and her drive to reach ...
Kenya and Namibia dominate Two Oceans half- marathon as international elite outshine local favourites
Kenya’s Felix Kibet Masai and Namibia’s Lavina Haitope secured commanding victories at the 2026 Totalsports Two Oceans Half Marathon, leaving South African runners ...
AmaZulu’s Top 3 ambitions dented as reliance on rescue acts continues
AmaZulu’s recent draws against Siwelele and Sekhukhune United highlight a worrying trend: a lack of incision from the starting XI and a dangerous reliance on late-game ...
AmaZulu dig deep with 10 men to earn point at Siwelele
Mbanjwa strikes late after Pule opener as Usuthu stay in top-three hunt despite Radebe red card
Gerda Steyn wins seventh Two Oceans Ultra title in a row, while Jantjies stuns elite men's field
The Hollywood Athletics Club ace breasted the tape at the University of Cape Town sports fields in a blistering time of 3:27:43 – the only runner in the top 10 to ...
Banyana hone in on sharper decision-making and finishing ahead of Algeria friendlies
Ellis feels Banyana create enough scoring chances but demands cutting edge in final third as Wafcon approaches.
Golden Fireballs target history as Telkom Netball League returns to Durban
Unbeaten 2025 champions lead the charge as South Africa’s premier netball competition opens its new season on the coast.
Old guard vs new wave as Mokoka throws down the gauntlet at Two Oceans Half Marathon
Veterans and rising stars collide in a high-stakes 21km test on Sunday, with form and pride on the line in Cape Town.
Two Oceans Marathon set for blockbuster Cape Town weekend of elite racing
Champions, comeback stories and rising stars collide in the “world’s most beautiful marathon.”
Dladla demands response to Downs defeat as Durban City gear up for derby clash against Arrows
Brooklyn Poggenpoel calls for a tactical and resilient showing as Durban City look to rebound against familiar rivals
Sevens speedster Quewin Nortje primed to ignite Blitzboks’ Hong Kong charge
Winger Quewin Nortje returns to the Blitzboks, ready to tackle the intense challenge of the SVNS World Championship opener in Hong Kong.
Swinging doors for Blitzboks: Nortje in, Cupido out for Hong Kong
After a frustrating injury layoff, Quewin Nortje rejoins the Springbok Sevens squad for the 2026 HSBC World Championship opener in Hong Kong, aiming to bolster the ...