
Transformation, transparency and a focus on performance defined the Springboks’ opening week of the 2025 international season, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Writing for TimesLIVE, Keohane says Saturday’s non-cap fixture against the Barbarians in Cape Town had all the intensity of a Test match — from Bok selections and preparation to the quality of the opposition.
The Barbarians, coached by Robbie Deans and captained by Peter O’Mahony, only assembled in full on Tuesday but fielded a match 23 loaded with international pedigree, including 13 New Zealanders — none of whom are in the current All Blacks squad.
Keohane highlights the unique challenge of the Barbarians, recalling famous victories…
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Purity Catnip
This is probably off-topic, BUT here goes: I see that MyZA operates a number of \’sections\’ dealing with News, Directory, Events and a Marketplace and I was wondering just how https://MyZA.co.za manages to keep the content fresh and growing? Do you have an army of employees?
Cougar Fuzz
Fun South African Fact: South Africa is home to the oldest meteor scar in the world – the Vredefort Dome in a town called Parys. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.