Ashfak Mohamed

Sports Journalist

Watch VideoAfter Lord’s glory, Temba Bavuma lifting 2027 World Cup in SA would truly exorcise Proteas ghosts of 1992, 1999

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The white-ball formats have been particularly galling for the Proteas, and the 50-over arena especially so. Imagine Temba Bavuma could hoist the 2027 World Cup trophy? ...

Watch VideoAkker van der Merwe urges Bulls to play with ‘a smile on their faces’ in Leinster URC final

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Perhaps turning 34 next week has made him a bit more philosophical, but Akker van der Merwe stated that the Bulls must avoid getting caught up in the occasion of ...

Watch VideoHigh work-rate vital for Bulls to stop up-tempo Leinster in their tracks in URC final, says Marcell Coetzee

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Avoiding soft moments such as conceding yellow cards will be the key to victory for the Bulls in the URC final against Leinster, says loose forward Marcell Coetzee. ...

Watch VideoHave no doubts afterwards, Willie le Roux tells Bulls in Dublin URC final crunch against Leinster

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Willie le Roux feels that the key to victory over Leinster in the URC final will be about handling the magnitude of the occasion – not only in dealing with the atmosphere, ...

Springbok Women survive late rally from Kenya to maintain unbeaten run at Rugby Africa Cup

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They made it difficult for themselves, but the Springbok Women continued their unbeaten run at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup by beating a determined Kenya in Madagascar. ...

Watch VideoJack of all trades David Kriel now a master for Jake White’s Bulls in URC final against Leinster

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David Kriel has proven to be an invaluable asset for the Bulls, showcasing his versatility on the field. As they prepare for the URC final against Leinster, Kriel ...

Watch VideoJake White: D-Day for Bulls to show how good they are in Leinster URC final

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Will the Bulls finally overcome their past disappointments in the URC final against Leinster? Coach Jake White believes this match is a chance to prove their worth ...

Watch VideoCan young bucks spark Rassie Erasmus’ Springbok ‘Dad’s Army’ for 2027 World Cup?

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Rassie Erasmus must navigate the tricky waters of team selection for the Springboks, balancing seasoned veterans with emerging talent as they prepare for the 2027 ...

Watch VideoWilco Louw one of three reasons Bulls can upset Leinster in URC final

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Here are three factors that are actually in the Bulls’ favour to cause an almighty upset against Leinster in the URC final in Dublin. . .

Watch VideoGerhard Steenekamp back in training for Bulls, Jake White unhappy about supposed Matanzima Sharks ‘deal’

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Gerhard Steenekamp was an integral part of the Bulls’ journey to the 2022 and 2024 URC finals, and became a Springbok as a result, where he is the undoubted understudy ...

Watch VideoNo Papier, but Hanekom, Le Roux bolster Bulls for Cardiff URC clash at Loftus Versfeld

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The Bulls have received a significant boost for Saturday's URC game against Cardiff with the return of Marcell Coetzee, Cameron Hanekom and Willie le Roux.

Watch VideoIn-form Akani Simbine faces Olympic silver medallist Thompson in thrilling Shanghai Diamond League showdown

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Akani Simbine, fresh off a victory in Xiamen, aims to continue his winning streak against Olympic silver medallist Kishane Thompson in the highly anticipated men’s ...

Watch Video‘It gave me a scare’: Marcell Coetzee concussion inspires tackle record as Bulls face URC champions Glasgow

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After a concussion scare, Marcell Coetzee's remarkable return to form has put him back in the spotlight for the Springboks, especially following a teammate's injury. ...

Watch VideoShould Feinberg-Mngomezulu or Pollard be Springbok flyhalf in All Blacks Eden Park Test?

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After an impressive performance against Connacht, should Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu be the starting flyhalf for the Springboks against the All Blacks, or does Handré ...

Watch VideoVariety the spice of life for red-hot Bulls No 8 Cameron Hanekom against URC champs Glasgow

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Cameron Hanekom, fresh off earning vital breakdown penalties against Munster, is set to showcase his skills in a thrilling United Rugby Championship showdown against ...

Watch VideoBulls eye URC ‘golden nugget’ in Glasgow grudge game, says Jake White

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The Bulls have taken a monumental step in their quest for the United Rugby Championship title by defeating Munster at Thomond Park, marking a historic first for ...

Watch VideoBulls eager to tackle Glasgow in URC grudge clash, says Jake White: ‘Everyone wrote 25 April 2025 on their wall’

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The Bulls aim to overcome last season's URC final heartbreak as they face defending champions Glasgow this Friday at Scotstoun Stadium, with playoff implications ...

Blitzboks’ Cupido, powerful Hlekani can spark Junior Springboks charge in Rugby Championship

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Junior Springbok coach Kevin Foote has announced a competitive 31-player squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship, set to take place at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium ...

Watch VideoDevastating Jan-Hendrik Wessels can lead Bulls charge as Jake White must be brave to gain Munster URC revenge

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With the Bulls seeking redemption after their Challenge Cup exit, all eyes are on Jan-Hendrik Wessels as they prepare for a pivotal URC clash against Munster in ...

Watch Video‘No you don’t’: Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus hits back at Matt Williams claim that ‘Bomb Squad’ plan may have caused Kitshoff ...

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Rassie Erasmus defends the Springbok's Bomb Squad strategy after Matt Williams questions its impact on Steven Kitshoff's career-ending injury, igniting a heated ...

Watch VideoDu Preez Nedbank Cup goal was offside, but Nabi’s Kaizer Chiefs beating Mamelodi Sundowns is good for SA football

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Kaizer Chiefs' controversial 2-1 victory over Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup semi-final has split opinion, with Sundowns claiming Ashley du Preez's 89th-minute ...

Watch Video‘No right or wrong’: Bulls gain selection tips from Edinburgh Challenge Cup loss for Munster URC tie

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Jake White's Bulls learned valuable selection lessons in their 34-28 Challenge Cup loss to Edinburgh, where bench players outperformed starters. After a poor first-half ...

Watch VideoFrom buffet to ‘he’s got class’: Jake White praises Canan Moodie for Bulls impact in Edinburgh loss

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After facing harsh 'buffet' criticism and a lengthy concussion layoff, Springbok Canan Moodie made a spectacular return for the Bulls against Edinburgh, prompting ...

From Simbine to Manyonga and Geldenhuys, SA athletes take aim at Botswana Grand Prix

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While Olympic silver medallist Akani Simbine faces off against Kenya's Ferdinand Omanyala in the 100m showdown at Saturday's Botswana Grand Prix, rising South African ...

Watch Video‘I feel like the old Stravino Jacobs’: Bulls flyer aims to run over Edinburgh in Challenge Cup quarter-final

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It has taken Stravino Jacobs a while to find his feet again at Loftus Versfeld, but after a bit of a shaky return against Zebre a fortnight ago, he was back to his ...