Tshwane Spartans coach Mark Boucher says he did not want star man AB de Villiers
to captain the team this year because of the extra pressures that leadership brought
with them.

Gavin Hunt has joined the foreign coach versus fresh young South African blood
debate, arguing that new faces like Rhulani Mokwena must be given an opportunity.

On the back of a strong 2019 Currie Cup finish the Toyota Cheetahs are targeting a strong start when they kick-off their 2019/2020 Guinness PRO 14 Campaign this weekend.

Stellenbosch FC continue their quest for their first win in the Absa Premiership when they travel to Durban to take on Golden Arrows this weekend.

CEO of the Red Meat Producers Organisation, Gerhard Schutte says livestock farmers also have to change their methods.

Grain SA Conservation Agriculture Facilitator, Dr Hendrik Smith says farmers have put in contingency plans ahead of this summer season so that crops are not affected in the middle of their cycle.

Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa, Wandile Sihlobo is hoping that when planting season begins in October, there will be rainfall.

Orlando Pirates interim boss Rulani Mokoena concedes that life is lonely as a coach when results are not forthcoming. The Buccaneers are lingering down in 10th position on the Absa Premiership table following a difficult start overall to 2019/20.

Maritzburg United beleaguered coach Eric Tinkler was very upset after his team conceded a last minute goal to lose 2-1 against Mamelodi Sundowns in a league match at the Lucas Moripe Stadium, Atteridgeville on Saturday. Maritzburg are languishing in 15th spot after failing to win a single match in five matches. Tinkler says he will talk to his players but not use a strong language.

University of Pretoria does not only have a youthful team but promising junior internationals, something which head coach Zipho Dlangalala says it is their obligation as coaches in the PSL to help national team coaches. AmaTuks lost their first game in the Glad Africa Championship on Sunday, when they were defeated 1-0 at home by Uthongathi FC. Dlangalala who comes from a strong Varsity sport background, emphasizes the importance of the talent factory.