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02 Jul

Kenya’s Kabaddi Team Shines, Receives Praise from Sports CS Ababu Namwamba

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The youthful energy of Kenya’s Kabaddi national team was on full display as they paid a courtesy visit to Cabinet Secretary Sports, Hon. Ababu Namwamba. They proudly presented him with the trophies they won at the recently concluded Africa Kabaddi Championship held in Nairobi. The dynamic team emerged as overall champions, clinching the African crown by dominating eight other nations and triumphing over Uganda in the finals. CS Namwamba congratulated the team, noting that their achievement qualifies them for the upcoming World Cup. "For you to qualify and fly our beautiful flag is no mean feat. Sports is the most…

29 Jun

India Win T20 Cricket World Cup Against South Africa

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India has triumphed over South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling men’s T20 World Cup final, marking the end of a 13-year wait for the cricket-obsessed nation since its last World Cup victory. Held in Bridgetown, Barbados, India posted a formidable total of 177 – the highest ever score in a men’s T20 final. South Africa, however, was up to the challenge, staying neck-and-neck with India and even taking the lead at times. The match was ultimately decided by some stellar bowling from India and an incredible catch by Suryakumar Yadav, which stifled the Proteas' chase in the final…

29 Jun

Aston Villa Signs Ian Maatsen from Chelsea

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Aston Villa has officially announced the acquisition of left-back Ian Maatsen from Chelsea. The 22-year-old Dutch player, recently named in the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League Team of the Season, played a pivotal role in helping Borussia Dortmund reach the final while on loan at the German club. Maatsen is Villa's second summer signing, following the arrival of winger Lewis Dobbin from Everton. Known for his versatility, Maatsen can operate both as a left-back and in midfield. He is currently representing the Netherlands at UEFA Euro 2024, with his team set to face Romania in the last 16 on Tuesday. Who…

29 Jun

Cameroon’s Ulrich Chomche Makes History in 2024 NBA Draft

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Ulrich Chomche from NBA Academy Africa was selected 57th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2024 NBA Draft presented by State Farm. Chomche's selection marks several historic firsts: he is the first NBA Academy Africa prospect to be drafted into the NBA, and the first player across all three of the league’s NBA Academies (located in Senegal, Mexico, and Australia) to be drafted directly out of an NBA Academy. Additionally, he is the first player to be drafted after participating in the Basketball Africa League (BAL). Chomche joins an elite group of Cameroonian players who have made their mark…

28 Jun

Nigeria Rugby Federation Signs Multi -Year Partnership with Flovale Consulting

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Ahead of the kickoff of the Africa Rugby Sevens tournament in Mauritius, the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has taken a significant step in repositioning rugby in the country by signing a three-year partnership deal with Flovale Consulting. The partnership will enable Flovale Consulting to create a dedicated channel and focus efforts on making rugby one of the most popular sports in Nigeria, while also promoting the development of both body and mind. This collaboration aims to lay a strong foundation for the future growth of Nigerian rugby. "We are passionate about developing rugby as a government agency responsible for…

26 Jun

Siya Kolisi To Retain Springbok Captaincy

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Two-time Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will retain the captain’s armband when the world champions return to the field in the Castle Lager Incoming Series, which kicks off against Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday, 6 July, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus announced on Wednesday. Erasmus confirmed that Kolisi, who is based overseas with French club Racing 92, will again lead the team, ending speculation that Kolisi could be replaced by a locally-based Bok captain. Kolisi guided the Springboks to Rugby World Cup glory in 2019 in Japan and 2023 in France. “Siya will be the captain and will again…

25 Jun

Mouloudia d’Oujda (MCO) win 2023-2024 Senior Throne Cup

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The Mouloudia d’Oujda (MCO) has triumphed in the 2024 Senior Throne Cup, marking a historic milestone in Moroccan rugby. The final, held in the vibrant atmosphere of Ait Melloul - Agadir Stadium on Saturday, June 22, 2024, was a thrilling encounter between two stalwarts of Moroccan rugby: the Club Olympique Casablancais (COC) and Mouloudia d’Oujda. In a match filled with intensity and emotion, spectators were on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. Despite a valiant effort from COC, MCO emerged victorious with a hard-fought 16-11 scoreline. This remarkable achievement not only secures Oujda’s title defense but also…

23 Jun

Warriors shock Bulls to clinch Vodacom United Rugby Championship Title

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The Glasgow Warriors delivered an impressive, polished second-half performance to clinch the Vodacom United Rugby Championship with a pulsating 21-16 triumph over the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday evening. The Vodacom Bulls led 13-7 at halftime after both sides managed to score a converted try, with fly half Johan Goosen's two successful penalty goals separating the teams at the break. However, the Warriors successfully turned things around in the second half to score two more converted tries and then showed true warrior spirit in defence to restrict the Bulls to just one penalty goal in a second period…

23 Jun

Blitzboks to face Uganda in repechage quarter-final

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The Springbok Sevens team completed a successful pool stage of their World Rugby Sevens Repechage tournament in Monaco on Saturday, finishing top of Pool A with victories over Tonga (31-7) and Chile (26-7) after defeating Mexico (44-0) on Friday, and will now face Uganda at 11h31 (SA time) on Sunday in the quarter-final. The Monaco winner will qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Springbok Sevens interim Head Coach, Philip Snyman, praised his troops after the three wins, saying that an important first hurdle was crossed. "We needed to top the pool and to do so, we needed to play…

22 Jun

Basketball Africa League To Participate in Quai 54 Streetball Tournament in Paris

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For the second consecutive year, the Basketball Africa League (BAL) will participate in the prestigious Quai 54, the world’s biggest streetball tournament, which will take place on Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 at Stade Pierre de Coubertin in Paris, France. The BAL’s participation is part of the league’s year-round strategy to engage new and existing fans across the African Diaspora and around the world. The team representing the BAL will feature standout players from the 2024 season, including 2024 champion and Angolan basketball legend Carlos Morais (Angola’s Petro de Luanda), 2024 All-BAL First Team and All-Defensive Team member…