World Rugby
24.5.2018 09:07 am
Depressed Wallaby Slipper banned for cocaine use
The front-rower, who has played 86 Tests and previously captained Australia, failed two tests taken from urine samples between February and May
Wallabies prop James Slipper was banned Thursday for two months after testing positive for cocaine, with the apologetic Queensland Reds skipper revealing he was being treated for depression.
Depressed Wallaby Slipper banned for cocaine use
The front-rower, who has played 86 Tests and previously captained Australia, failed two tests taken from urine samples between February and May
World Cricket
Warner wife miscarried after ball-tampering scandal
Candice Warner attributed the loss to stress and an arduous flight home, describing the couple’s devastation at realising she was miscarrying.
Cricket
AB’s sudden retirement hit Protea selector ‘like a train’
The national cricket team were counting on the dynamic stroke-maker to help win next year’s World Cup.
South Africa
International Cricket Council salutes AB on fine career
He ended with an average of more than 50 in both Tests and ODIs and often featured at the top of the ICC Player Rankings.
South Africa Sport
Louis Meintjes withdraws in last week of Giro
South Africa’s hotshot cyclist says his body simply didn’t want to “cooperate”.
Rugby
Springbok captaincy: Siya Kolisi or bust?
With Warren Whiteley still not ready, the national team will need a new captain. But the options are pretty limited.
Cricket
What do Supra and AB have in common? Twitter reacts
The social media platform was predictably abuzz with tributes, laments and ‘political’ connections after AB de Villiers announced his Proteas retirement.
Cricket
AB de Villiers retires from all international cricket in shock move
The Proteas dealt a huge blow ahead of next year’s World Cup but he has some good news amidst the gloom.
Golf
Rising SA star Frittelli now aims for the big stage
The 27-year-old laid a platform last year to break into the top 100 of the world rankings and is keen to set his sights higher.
World Tennis
Serena’s French Open seed denial stirs fresh debate
The decision by French Open organisers not to grant Serena Williams a seeding has prompted renewed focus on the sport’s policy towards female players and parenthood.
Super Rugby
RG Snyman: We had a very tough team meeting after Argentina
The in-form Bulls lock reveals some hard words were spoken after a pretty poor performance against the Jaguares.
Super Rugby
National interest could save Lions from waving goodbye to Elton Jantjies
Irish giants Ulster are cozying up to the Springbok flyhalf but there’s an ironic stumbling block in the way.
