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Chucky van der Westhuizen - Namibia and Cheetahs depth
The Toyota Cheetahs’ depth will be put to the test at the start of the Currie Cup, which gets underway next month. The Cheetahs began their pre-season on Monday, but in two weeks’ time, the captain and hooker, Chucky van der Westhuizen, tighthead prop Aranos Coetzee, and flyhalf Tiaan Swanepoel…
Hugo Broos - Tanzania and Mozambique
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has emphasised the importance of strong performances in their upcoming international friendlies against Tanzania and Mozambique. While the COSAFA Cup kicks off in Bloemfontein tomorrow, the senior men’s national team will take part in these friendlies with one eye on the upcoming 2025 FIFA…
Keagan Johannes - Mood ahead of URC semi-finals
The Bulls are quietly confident and excited heading into their United Rugby Championship semi-final against the Sharks in Pretoria. For the first time ever, the semi-finals will feature a South African derby, which certainly adds to the occasion. The Sharks, who are in the semi-finals for the first time, will…
Shukri Conrad - Dukes ball
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad isn’t losing any sleep over the fact that during the World Test Championship final in London, they’ll be playing with the Dukes ball. Neither South Africa nor Australia uses this particular ball in home conditions, and it does take some getting used to. However, the Proteas…
Vela Khumalo - COSAFA Cup opener against Mozambique
Bafana Bafana’s coach for the upcoming COSAFA Cup in Bloemfontein, Vela Khumalo, is confident they can lift the trophy once again. A strong South African team has been assembled for the tournament, which will also serve as preparation for the 2025 African Nations Championship taking place in Kenya, Tanzania, and…
Robert Hunt - Will knock on the Cheetahs door if he heads back to SA
Departing Toyota Cheetahs tighthead prop Robert Hunt is excited and ready for the next chapter in his rugby journey as he prepares to head to Wales – but he’ll fondly remember his time in Bloemfontein. The 28-year-old spent just over a year with the Cheetahs and admits that while it…
Robert Hunt - Cheetahs changed brought back the passion for the game
Departing Toyota Cheetahs tighthead prop Robert Hunt is excited and ready for the next chapter in his rugby journey as he prepares to head to Wales – but he’ll fondly remember his time in Bloemfontein. The 28-year-old spent just over a year with the Cheetahs and admits that while it…
Ntokozo Makhaza - Earning the Cheetahs jersey
The winger, Ntokozo Makhaza, is extra motivated to prove a point as he reports for duty with the Toyota Cheetahs. The Cheetahs recently pulled off a major coup by securing the services of the two-time Varsity Cup Player of the Year from the UCT Ikeys. The prolific points-scorer is one…
Frans Steyn - Facing Georgia, keeping players like Ethan Adams
Toyota Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn has emphasised the importance of playing a team like Georgia as part of their preparations for the 2025 Currie Cup campaign. The Cheetahs are set to face the Georgian national men’s team in July in their final match before kicking off their Currie Cup season…
Vela Khumalo - Coach of the South African COSAFA Cup team
Vela Khumalo will coach the South African side in this year’s COSAFA Cup, which is set to take place in Bloemfontein from 4–15 June 2025. Khumalo, who also serves as the head coach of the South African U17 men’s national team, will be assisted by former Bafana Bafana star Reneilwe…
Rory Duncan - Georgia
The Toyota Cheetahs have officially launched their highly anticipated friendly match against Georgia, which will take place in July. The Cheetahs have long called for regular international competition, and Free State Rugby CEO Rory Duncan told OFM Sport that this is a perfect platform for players to showcase their talent,…
Frans Steyn - Georgia
The Toyota Cheetahs have officially launched their highly anticipated friendly match against Georgia, which will take place in July. Cheetahs head coach Frans Steyn, who has experience playing with and against Georgians, told OFM Sport that it will be a solid test for his side and good preparation for the…
Branden Grace - Return after wrist niggle
South Africa’s LIV Golf team, the Stingers, has received a welcome boost ahead of the upcoming tournament in Virginia. Former Nedbank Golf Challenge winner, Branden Grace, is fit and ready to return to action. Grace was forced to withdraw from the LIV event in Korea after a flare-up in his…
George Lourens - SA Cup, Currie Cup and confidence going forward
The Toyota Cheetahs will take a lot of confidence out of their challenging SA Cup campaign as the focus will be shifting to the 2025 Currie Cup. After a tough start, the Cheetahs managed to secure their spot in the Currie Cup, and reached the semi-finals of the SA Cup,…
Martha Mosoahle-Samm - Second Power in TNL
The second power week of the Telkom Netball League at Sun City gets underway in just over a fortnight from now. The defending champions, the Free State Crinums, remain upbeat and confident heading into the next phase of the competition, albeit they are second on the log. In their last…
Desiree Ellis - Win against Botswana
Banyana Banyana held on for a tense 3–2 victory over Botswana in their opening match of the friendly Three-Nations series in Atteridgeville on Wednesday. Reflecting on the performance, coach Desiree Ellis said she was pleased with the result, but highlighted the need for improvement — especially in terms of concentration.
Friedle Olivier - Extending in Japan
The former Toyota Cheetahs loose forward and stalwart Friedle Olivier and his family will say their final goodbyes to Bloemfontein after he extended his contract in Japan. Speaking to OFM Sport Olivier said that although they’ve had good times in Bloem, they’re excited for the new chapter ahead, and he…
Neo Maema - CAF Champions League final 2nd leg
Bloemfontein-born-and-bred Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Neo Maema has urged the team to stand together in Egypt. The Brazilians departed for Cairo yesterday ahead of the return leg of the CAF Champions League final against Pyramids FC. The first leg in Pretoria ended in a 1–1 draw over the weekend, and while…
Jake White - Home quarter-final
The Bulls need no added motivation heading into their United Rugby Championship quarter-final against Edinburgh in Pretoria on Saturday. Last month, the Scottish outfit—coached by Sean Everitt—beat the Bulls 34–28 in Edinburgh during the EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-finals, and now the Bulls are determined to set the record straight. The…
Johan van Heerden - Knights mediation with Cricket SA
The Knights are confident that they can win their mediation case with Cricket South Africa, which is scheduled for early next month in Johannesburg. At this stage, the Knights are still set to be relegated to Division 2 after a difficult season. However, should they win their case, they will…