The moments worth hearing, as they happen.

Being overlooked nearly made a player leave basketball

A basketball player says limited opportunities and little recognition nearly cost him his love of the game before competitions revived it.

Today's Springboks clash framed as the series decider

Laughter on air

The hosts weigh up a level South Africa-New Zealand series and argue that today's winner will effectively claim the tour.

Isak’s goals will come when Liverpool play well

Liverpool coach Andoni Irrayola says Alexander Isak’s scoring will follow when the team contributes collectively and creates good positions.

Sabalenka match paused over cannabis smell at US Open

Irina Sabalenka briefly halted her US Open match after complaining about the strong smell of cannabis on court.

South Africa’s junior football pipeline needs a path to Bafana

The discussion highlights South Africa’s failure to consistently move talented junior players into the senior national team.

Appeals drop Pierre Gasley from P3 to P7

Two reinstated five-second penalties cost Pierre Gasley a Monaco podium, promoting Isaac Hadger from fourth to third.

Mohau's Pirates loan aims to rebuild his career

Mohau's agent says returning to Pirates will help the injured winger regain form while staying close to home after his father's death.

Sundowns target top spot against Golden Arrows

Mamelodi Sundowns prepare for a competitive clash with Golden Arrows as they chase three points and the Premiership lead.

South Africa seal third straight T20 tri-series win

South Africa beat Namibia by 11 runs after Luand Repetorio's 101 and Connor Isterhazen's 88.

The haka’s supposed five-point advantage gets a reality check

Laughter on air

The hosts debate whether the All Blacks’ haka gives them a psychological or sporting head start before sharing a live-viewing anecdote.

Nick Kyrgios gets one-month ban after positive test

Nick Kyrgios has been suspended for a month after testing positive for a banned substance in an out-of-competition sample.

India and Japan set for first-ever cricket meeting

India and Japan will meet at Sano Cricket Ground on 22 September in an unprecedented cricket fixture.

Kolisi wants the Boks to repay fans with their effort

Springbok captain Siako Lisi thanks South African supporters and hopes the team can give them a lasting memory against the All Blacks.

Olympia prompted Venus Williams’ US Open doubles return

Venus Williams says her eight-year-old daughter Olympia asked her to play doubles with Serena Williams.

A forgotten rugby shield links Springbok wins across history

A New Zealand fan explains the unofficial trophy’s lineage, its journey to South Africa and why rugby supporters want to keep it moving.

Gay Monfiles bids farewell to the US Open crowd

Applause on air

After turning 40 during his opening-round win, Gay Monfiles thanks the Flushing Meadows crowd following his second-round exit.

All Blacks superfan refuses tickets if he must wear Springboks gear

Crowd moment

Errol rejects a condition to wear a Springbok shirt for All Blacks tickets, winning praise for standing by his allegiance.

Springbok women’s coach resigns amid win-bonus dispute

Suest De Brayne leaves the Springbok women’s team two days before a major match, with reports citing a dispute over win bonuses.

Black show-jumping pioneer turns barriers into a Soweto legacy

A pioneering rider broke racial barriers, represented South Africa abroad and created riding opportunities for township children.

FIFA rules blocked Nigeria government from sacking NFF board

An analyst says FIFA rules prevented Nigeria’s government from directly removing the football federation’s board after the World Cup failure.

Nigeria’s national team still has no settled home ground

An analyst describes Nigeria’s repeated stadium changes and the infrastructure problems affecting the national team.

Nigeria analyst blames football crisis on leadership

A Nigerian sports analyst says leaders and administrators bear most of the blame for the country’s national-team setbacks.

Janine van Beek’s 185-cap chase ended in heartbreak

A sports journalist recounts how Janine van Beek’s record international appearance ended with just seven minutes on the pitch.

Chloe Galdones eyes F1 but thrives across racing classes

South African engineer Chloe Galdones discusses her Formula 2 work, new endurance-racing role and ambitions in motorsport.

Sia Khalesi’s star power contrasts with All Blacks team culture

A rugby discussion contrasts Sia Khalesi’s public profile with New Zealand’s team-first culture and shared player revenues.

Author says Jonah Lomu changed rugby forever

Jamie Wall argues that Jonah Lomu helped transform rugby from an amateur sport into a global professional game.

Shire Thursday plans regional boxing events beyond Joburg

The boxing initiative plans to expand beyond Emperors Palace and is seeking partners to stage events in other regions.

Boxing coach steps in when a Durban fighter needs help

A Durban boxer arrives without a second corner man, prompting another coach to help without hesitation at Shy Thursday.

Cody Taylor dropped from All Blacks match-day squad

New Zealand makes major front-row changes for the third test against South Africa at FNB Stadium.

Nigel Card says it’s too early for a Premiership title race

Nigel Card says Sundowns’ 33-game home unbeaten run does not yet make the Premiership title race predictable.

Springbok Women coach steps down before Black Ferns clash

Soais De Bran leaves immediately before Saturday’s match, with Lorraine Johannes Hubt and Franzel September taking charge.

Rassie-Rennie rugby sparring is a mark of respect

A 702 host says the coaches’ public tactical exchanges reflect a closely contested and compelling rugby series.

Power FM hosts tease Skeppy over his ‘card of honor’

Laughter on air

Power FM hosts jokingly present Skeppy as royalty before comparing him with Moses Kotani.

Unofficial rugby packages left New Zealand fans without games

SA Rugby says agencies illegally resold ticket packages, leaving some travelling supporters without access to matches.

Pieter-Steph du Toit marks 100th game in a win

The rugby discussion notes Pieter-Steph du Toit’s milestone as the team celebrates victory.

Gayton McKenzie demands VAR funding back from Safa

The sports minister says Safa must return state funding after video assistant referee technology failed to launch in the PSL.

Bayanda Walaza wins Serbia 100m in personal-best time

Olympic silver medallist Bayanda Walaza wins the men’s 100 metres in Serbia in a personal-best 9.895 seconds.

Mawanda Mateza’s Milford prediction gets a playful takedown

Laughter on air

A Sundowns discussion turns into studio teasing after Mawanda Mateza backs newly promoted Milford to stay up.

Swimmer says integrity probe made it safer to speak out

An athlete describes years of alleged problems in swimming and why legal action finally made speaking publicly feel safer.

Rassie Erasmus loses it as Dave Rennie airs scrum complaints

A rugby analyst says Dave Rennie risks losing credibility by repeatedly criticising the Springboks instead of fixing New Zealand's shortcomings.

Young athletes urged to value themselves beyond selection

A discussion on sporting pressure says young athletes need identity, support and confidence beyond teams, medals and career success.

US Open net posts light up red on line calls

The US Open has introduced red-lit net posts to signal line calls and speed up play for players and spectators.

Alexander Zvere survives 4h53 thriller after near elimination

Alexander Zvere came back from two sets down after Sonego was two points from victory in a marathon match.

Thea Frodor, the teen who played Serena in King Richard

The young tennis prospect who appeared in King Richard loses to Elena Rybachiner but earns praise for her US Open debut.

Robbie Kempson defends Springbok scrum and questions refereeing

The former Springbok prop says the scrum was legal and alleges World Rugby influenced how it was refereed.

Water polo breakaway risks national-team selection

Tatiana Smith says water polo’s breakaway offers prize money but risks exclusion from South African national teams.

Lighthouse Sport Foundation aims to give athletes a safe voice

The Olympic swimmer says her new watchdog foundation will help athletes speak out and put their interests first.

Olympic swimmer says prize interest was taken as a management fee

The swimmer recounts receiving her medal prize at the Paris Olympics but still being owed interest on money held by the federation.