Troost-Ekong to join Saudi Arabia club Al Khalood
Super Eagles assistant captain, William Troost-Ekong, has agreed to join Al Khalood in Saudi Arabia.
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Feinberg-Mngomezulu starts at flyhalf for Springboks v Australia
South Africa have handed a first test start to flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu in their Rugby Championship opener against Australia in Brisbane on Saturday, while number eight Elrigh Louw has been selected ahead of Kwagga Smith.
Dinesh Karthik's Stunning U-Turn, To Play For This T20 Franchise Outside India
Former wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik was on Tuesday signed by Paarl Royals for the third season of the SA20, making him the first Indian cricketer to participate in the South African league, starting on January 9. Karthik, 39, retired from all forms of cricket in June this year and since then he has been roped in as a mentor-cum-batting coach by IPL side Royal Challengers Bengaluru. "I have so many fond memories of playing in and visiting South Africa, and when this opportunity came about, I couldn't say no because of how special it would be to come back to playing competitive cricket and win this incredible competition with the Royals," said Karthik, who has played 180 matches for India across all three formats.
Rugby Championship rule changes to soften sanctions for red cards, speed game up
The upcoming edition of the Rugby Championship will feature several law variations aimed at speeding the game up and offering softer punishments for certain red card offences, governing body SANZAAR said in a statement.
20-minute red cards to be used in Rugby Championship
Governing body Sanzaar said on Tuesday that 20-minute red cards will be among the rules changes for the 2024 Rugby Championship, which starts on Saturday.
Savea to captain All Blacks with Scott Barrett ruled out of Argentina tests
The All Blacks have confirmed captain Scott Barrett will miss their opening two Rugby Championship tests against Argentina as he recovers from a finger injury and said Ardie Savea will lead the team in his absence.
Table Brazil's Alexandre makes historic Olympic debut, eyes Paralympic gold
PARIS : Brazil's Bruna Alexandre smashes and chops just like the other table tennis players at the Paris Olympics but when serving she uses the paddle in her left hand to throw the ball high.
Springboks boosted by Irish battles, says Leinster's RG Snyman ahead of Rugby Championship
The two Test series against Ireland last month could prove ideal preparation for South Africa's opening two matches in the Rugby Championship against Australia over the next fortnight, Leinster lock RG Snyman said.