SA's teams return to URC action with two thrilling local derbies, while an entertaining footy exhibition match and the Premier League provide the action there. Here are our best picks of the weekend in rugby and football.
Stormers v Lions
The Stormers host the Lions in what should be an entertaining game of running between two of the country's most exciting teams at the Cape Town Stadium. The Cape side have received a timely boost with the return of a number of Springbok stars for the match and being a must-win game, that could make all the difference.
هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة December 20, 2024 من The Citizen.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
بالفعل مشترك ? تسجيل الدخول
هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة December 20, 2024 من The Citizen.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
بالفعل مشترك? تسجيل الدخول
Al Maktoum Mile tops Meydan card
Racing in the Emirates cranks up a gear with Festive Friday, a quality card at Meydan Racecourse today and an early Christmas treat for punters. It should be a cracking meeting to enjoy at Dubai's iconic track.
Desert Snake for Abu Dhabi win
Racing returns to the Abu Dhabi Turf Club tomorrow for a highly competitive seven-race card, six days after the excitement of Heros De Lagarde's victory in the HH The President Cup, the world's richest Arabian race and the highlight of the season at the track.
Africa to rule in Grand Heritage
Four R250,000 Jackpot one carryovers on offer this weekend.
Return to sprint trip to suit Surjay in Merchants
Surjay returns to his favourite distance at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Sunday and can pick up another victory in the Grade 2 De Grendel Cape Merchants over 1200m.
A full-service auction house
Modern and contemporary art remains important source of revenue.
Some tough games to call
Sporting action is heating up around the country as some teams prepare to take some time off and others face a busy Christmas period, with rugby, football and cricket still in full swing this weekend.
PAKISTAN SEAL SERIES
CAPE TOWN: KLAASEN'S KNOCK IN VAIN AS VISITORS CRUISE TO EASY WIN
Cardoso gets buy-in from Downs
The resurgence under new Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso continued on Wednesday night when the reigning Betway Premiership champions edged Stellenbosch FC 1-0 at the Cape Town Stadium.
Magesi must show mettle
Clinton Larsen's (above) Magesi FC have a chance to become the first side to beat the Carling All Stars XI tomorrow, when the two teams face off in an exhibition match at Orlando Stadium (kick-off 3.30pm).
Champions Trophy stand-off resolved
India will play next year's Champions Trophy matches on neutral ground after refusing to visit tournament host and arch-rival Pakistan, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said yesterday following weeks of wrangling.
