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South Africa’s Proteas Women secured the T20 International series against Zimbabwe with an 80-run victory in Bulawayo on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, taking an unassailable 3 to 0 lead with two matches remaining. Wicketkeeper batter Karabo Meso scored her maiden international half-century, finishing unbeaten on 50, while captain Laura Wolvaardt struck a record 126 not out. Annerie Dercksen then claimed five wickets for 15 runs as South Africa dismissed Zimbabwe for 120 in 19.3 overs after posting 200 for one.

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that midfielder Thabo Cele has left the club by mutual agreement, opening the door for a possible move to Gauteng rivals Mamelodi Sundowns. The Soweto club announced Cele’s departure after he was left out of its plans for the 2026/27 season, while SABC Sport has reported that talks with Sundowns are at an advanced stage.

The Springboks and All Blacks are expecting another fiercely contested Test when Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry returns to Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday, 22 August 2026. Players and coaches from both camps have identified the scrum, breakdown and physical battle up front as the areas most likely to determine the outcome. With both sides completing their preparations and team announcements expected later this week, anticipation continues to build ahead of one of the biggest sporting events on Gauteng’s calendar.

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that five players will spend the 2026 season on loan at Motsepe Foundation Championship clubs as part of the club’s long term player development programme. The announcement was made on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, with senior players Samkelo Zwane and Bontle Molefe among those securing temporary moves. According to Kaizer Chiefs, the loans are designed to provide regular first team football and accelerate the development of players who have progressed through the club’s academy and senior structures.

The Premier Soccer League has confirmed the fixtures, venues and kick off times for the 2026 MTN8 quarter finals, with four matches scheduled for Saturday 8 August and Sunday 9 August across South Africa. Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, Durban City, AmaZulu, Sekhukhune United, Golden Arrows and Polokwane City will compete for places in the semi finals. The announcement was made by the PSL on Monday, giving clubs and supporters clarity ahead of the opening round of this season’s top eight competition.