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Kai Pratt, a highly rated front row prospect for the Sharks and the Junior Boks, faces a potential four-year ban after testing positive for an anabolic steroid. South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (Saids) CEO Khalid Galant confirmed the A sample was positive following a routine out-of-competition test on April 10 at a training camp … Read more
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Haissem Hassan has emerged as a breakout star of the 2026 World Cup following a standout performance for Egypt against Argentina. According to data from Squawka, the 24-year-old winger completed four dribbles and won seven duels during the match, drawing significant attention from scouts. Currently playing for Real Oviedo, Hassan is reportedly available for a … Read more
Jock Campbell will start at fullback for the Wallabies in their Nations Championship opener against Ireland at a sold-out Sydney Football Stadium. The Queensland Reds player earned the number 15 jersey over Max Jorgensen and Tom Wright following his selection in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific team of the year, according to AAP. Why did … Read more
The Hurricanes host the Chiefs in the Super Rugby Pacific grand final at Hnry Stadium in Wellington this Saturday at 7:05 pm. Both teams finished the regular season with identical 11-3 records, but the Hurricanes secured home-field advantage by finishing four points clear on the competition standings. The match marks the Hurricanes’ fourth appearance in … Read more
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Ronald Koeman has named Crysencio Summerville in his Netherlands starting XI for the opening Group F World Cup match against Japan. The West Ham United winger earns his place on the right flank just weeks after his senior international debut, joining a squad heavily influenced by Premier League talent, including captain Virgil van Dijk and … Read more
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that World Player of the Year Malcolm Marx is fit for the upcoming 2026 international season, easing concerns over a mounting injury list. While key players like RG Snyman and Kwagga Smith remain sidelined for the season, Erasmus reported that the squad’s depth is sufficient to manage the upcoming … Read more
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The sight of Andoni Iraola walking out of the AXA Training Centre signals more than just a managerial change; it marks a strategic pivot for Liverpool FC. As the club moves on from the Arne Slot era, the appointment of the Spaniard highlights a growing trend in elite football: the prioritization of tactical identity over … Read more
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© Imago / IPS Liverpool’s Managerial Crisis: Why Andoni Iraola Could Be the Perfect Fix Liverpool find themselves at a crossroads. Just 48 hours after the shock dismissal of Arne Slot, the Premier League champions are racing against the clock to appoint a replacement before the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11. With … Read more
The Pacific Pivot: Why Moana Pasifika is More Than Just a Rugby Club In the high-stakes game of geopolitical influence, the Pacific is no longer a quiet corner of the globe. As major powers like Australia, China, the USA, and Japan ramp up their diplomatic spending, sports diplomacy has emerged as a potent, albeit unconventional, … Read more
Beyond the Pitch: Why Athlete Welfare is the New Frontier of Professional Sports The recent medical retirement of Black Ferns star Awhina Tangen-Wainohu following a career-ending neck injury serves as a sobering reminder: the human cost of professional sports is evolving. As the calendar for elite athletes grows increasingly crowded, the conversation is shifting from … Read more