Board room shenanigans, pandemic make 2020 a year to forget for SA cricket
Its been a tumultuous year for the custodians of South African cricket, to say the least, with the board room and the behind the scenes operations taking centre stage, with very little happening on the field.
SA's MotoGP star Brad Binder targeting more wins in 2021
The year 2020 was an exciting year for South African Moto GP fans with Binder appearing in the Premier Class for the time in his career.
SA Rugby to consult legal advisors over decision in Jurie Roux-SU matter
SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux has been ordered to repay R37 million to Stellenbosch University after an arbitrator found that he misappropriated funds during his time at the institution.
First ODI between SA and England abandoned
The first ODI was due to take place in Cape Town on Friday but a positive case was confirmed within the Proteas camp forcing the match to be postponed.
Sports Minister Mthethwa announces interim board at CSA
The interim board has been brought together through a consultative process that involved the Department of Sport, the Members Council of CSA and the SA Cricketers Association.
Nicholson Report recommendations to be implemented at CSA, says Mthethwa
This follows the resignation of the entire board and president of the cricket governing body on Monday.
Acting CSA president Beresford Williams and board members hand in resignation
On his resignation Williams said that he is deeply passionate about cricket and because of his love for the game, he has resigned as this is the best way he can currently serve cricket.
CSA gears up for congested international and domestic season
CSA launched the domestic season on Thursday, with professional domestic cricket set to get underway early next month.
Mthethwa informs ICC of govt intervention at crisis-hit CSA
This followed a series of meetings between Mthethwa and crisis-hit CSA to try and resolve issues at the embattled organisation.
Lions look to kick start 'new era' against the Sharks
The men from Johannesburg also welcome back eight players who were part of the Springbok Showdown in Cape Town last weekend, including captain Elton Jantjies, Carlu Sadie, Marvin Orie and Vincent Tshituka.
TS Galaxy secure Premier division status
The club released a statement on their website stating that “the acquisition comes at the back of lengthy and delicate discussions, where a mutual agreement was finally reached by both parties …”.
SA Rugby welcomes decision on Rugby Championship
Sanzaar announced that the event would be held in Australia from 7 November to 12 December, however SA Rugby CEO, Jurie Roux did caution that the participation of defending champions, South Africa, still had to be confirmed.
Shaun Bartlett released as Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach
This comes just one day after the Soweto giants sacked head coach Ernst Middendorp.
Govt calls on world to rally behind Caster Semenya after appeal loss
The double Olympic 800 metres champion has been fighting last year’s ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which said that she should take the drugs before she could compete in events between 400 meters and 1,500 meters.
With 2 games left, Chiefs, Sundowns feeling pressure of title race
All eyes will once again be on the top of the table as Kaizer Chiefs head into their clash with Chippa United ahead of title rivals Mamelodi Sundowns on just goal difference.
Lions excited by return to full contact training
SA Rugby has given professional franchise teams the green light to return to full contact training after all the players completed the necessary health checks and other protocols required.
Uncertainty continues at CSA after postponement of AGM
In a statement released on Monday, Cricket South Africa (CSA) outlined the fact that the AGM was postponed because 'there are certain critical processes at CSA which are under way'.
Proteas Women's coach Moreeng admits frustration at cancelled England tour
The tour was meant to take place in September but Cricket South Africa announced last week that the team would not be travelling to England due to travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.