The Silver Ferns have emerged from the three-test Taimi Janison Trophy with their reputation intact despite an increasingly stern test from South Africa’s visiting Spar Proteas, culminating in the final Test at the ILT Stadium Southland in Invercargill, New Zealand, on Sunday, 28 September 2025.
The Proteas put up a great fight against Silver Ferns in the last match of the series, but despite a historic challenge by South Africa, it was New Zealand who snatched it at the last second to win 57–56.
In a touching moment, South African captain Khanyisa Chawane joined an elite list of players to have donned the green and gold, as she took to court for the 100th time to represent…
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Bliksem – to hit. This is a derogative term meaning to hit or punch someone.Example: “I’ll bliksem you!”
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Braai – a barbecue [brr-rye] Also known as a barbecue where steak, lamb chops and of course ‘boerewors’ is cooked on a grid over wood and flames. Add some salads, rolls and ‘melktert’ for dessert and you are set for a traditional South African braai.