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A live stream of standout moments from South African radio — a punchy quote, a sharp exchange, a revealing admission — picked as they air and posted with the audio. Press play; no sign-up needed.
On 947, a guest tells Robert Marawa he is arguably the country's greatest sporting broadcaster, dismissing rumours of a rift between them.
“Walter Boguena, good to see you, sir. Welcome to the show. Good evening, Rob. Good evening.”
Rassie Erasmus picks an experienced side for Italy, and Malcolm Marx signs a long-term Bulls deal from July 2027.
“Rassie Erasmus has gone with an experienced side, Ruan Norkia and Salmaan Moerat partnering up in that second row for Norkia. There's a bit of history there between Murat and him. He says he will always look up to him.”
Bafana coach Peter Musumani names a 27-man squad for Kenya and says Orlando Stadium was chosen for travel and flight logistics.
“The idea on the technical side for Bafana to play in Orlando Stadium is”
Reports say LIV 2.0, backed by BC Partners Credit, failed to win enough player and commercial commitments after the Saudi PIF withdrew.
“Then, in terms of golf, live golf appears set to come to an end after efforts to secure funding for a revamped version of the breakaway league reportedly failing.”
Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane names a 24-man squad and rejects claims he favours Sundowns players, citing injuries elsewhere.
“Before traveling for the return fixture on the 17th of November, Bafana Bafana coach Peter Mosimane announced a twenty-four-man squad, which also welcomes back La Foster, Talentan Bata, and Begazilim Bogazi, who missed…”
Carlos Alcaraz beat Alex Michelsen to reach the last 16 at the Paris Masters on a day several top players went out.
“And in tennis, Carlos Alcaraz has reacted to what was a difficult day for several of the top players at the Paris Masters, acknowledging that ATP 1000 events are unpredictable.”
Also on Cape Talk
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Yesterday 07:36SAfm
Zverev and Djokovic crash out of Paris Masters in shock defeatsYesterday 08:41Power FMThis one
Alcaraz: Masters events are unpredictable after top seeds fall in Paris
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca demanded an end to individual errors after City escaped RB Leipzig 3-2 in the Champions League.
“So much and constructively, so we felt that it was time to really get him, let him release a little bit of his sports or competitive tension and breathe a little bit.”
A Power FM host says Bafana players got their World Cup bonuses while technical staff reportedly got far less, with R5m from the minister unpaid.
“However, with that being said, as much as the Bafana players got their payouts, technical staff unfortunately received significantly less. They reportedly received not even what is that?”
On Top Sport, a listener defends a goalkeeper after a clash that killed a striker, and the host explains Spain's automatic manslaughter rule.
“I don't think they're treating the goalkeeper very fairly as we hear the news that they want to charge him for human.”
A commentator at FNB stadium gives live commentary to visually disabled fans seated in the stands so they can feel the Soweto Derby atmosphere.
“He's seated in the stands, and his audience is a group of visually disabled fans for whom he's providing specific commentary so they can not just listen to the radio somewhere at home, but be in the stadium, hear…”
On Kaya Breakfast, a sport segment debates F1 team orders, saying a team paying a champion about R60m a year must back him with support.
“Of your drivers is fighting for the championship, surely then you need to say, When your job is to defend this one and make sure he gets as many points as he can, who should be number one then?”
Laughter on air
Robert Marawa describes an SABC colleague and her son being shut out, crushed and pepper-sprayed at a derby, and police refusing to open a case.
“That's literally what caused a lot of the incidents at Ellis Park on that day. And I see Umil Indim Joli on the YouTube channel saying that to the JMPD as well as the Amapanyaza, they failed the fans.”
With Rassie Erasmus due to name his team, injuries to four players open the door for six uncapped players against Italy.
“In the team, we play Italy on the weekend. We've got a team announcement coming up shortly. Absolutely, Interjohn. Thank you so much for that. In fact, that's coming up in about 30 minutes' time.”
After President Ramaphosa visited PSL offices, chairman Ivan Khoza said VAR is handled by SAFA, whose committee is preparing a report.
“Here's what the chairperson said: VAR is not our competency, it's a competence of SAFA. We started the VAR Troub in 2009 as PSA, but you know, it's taken over by SAFA.”
Sprinter Akani Simbine tells Cape Talk that missing a Tokyo Olympic medal hit him harder than Paris, leading to therapy and antidepressants.
“The one that knocked me was Tokyo Olympics, which was the COVID Olympics. And that year, I had everything geared up to actually win, and my shape was in form, and it just didn't come out when I finished fourth.”
Proteas captain Temba Bavuma calls the 2-1 series win over Australia an enthralling 15 days of cricket, answering critics.
“When I started playing professionally and I started my career for the Proteas, I never even thought of getting in the top 10 bowling rankings or all-rounder rankings.”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Mon 2 Nov, 07:47702
Proteas stun Australia: Harmer's six for 16 seals famous fifth-day winMon 2 Nov, 08:40Power FMThis one
Bavuma says Proteas Test win over Australia will be remembered as iconic
Gary Allpass won the Western Province dressage title as a disabled rider and says he still needs two overseas qualifying rides for Los Angeles.
“The Western Cape Dressage champion has set his sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. 64-year-old Gary Allpass won the Western Province Dressage Championship in Stellenbosch last month as a rider with disabilities.”
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad says the team's spirit and belief stood out after the series win over Australia, as attention turns to Bangladesh.
“14 years, that's a long time. So I'm sure we made everybody attached to the club extremely proud today.”
Crowd moment
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Sat 31 Oct, 16:05702
Proteas beat Australia by 176 runs to win series 2-1 at NewlandsMon 2 Nov, 07:07947This one
Proteas coach Conrad: belief that these guys can do special things
Kimi Antonelli clinched the Formula One title at 20 years and 68 days, finishing third in Mexico and saying tears blurred the final lap.
“Well, Kimi Antonelli, the youngest Formula One champion in history, though overstopping one in Mexico, followed by Hamilton, Antonelli's third place, and up for the championship win, saying he struggled to see through…”
Also on Kaya 959
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Sat 31 Oct, 10:50Cape Talk
Motorsport analyst: Antonelli needs only P9 in Mexico to be championMon 2 Nov, 07:06947This one
Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion at 20, crying on last lap
Havertz's first-half goal gave Arsenal a first Anfield win in 14 years and a three-point lead; Van Dijk argued Isak was fouled by Timber.
“Arsenal backed up at the Premier League table after beating Liverpool 1-0-Havertz's first half goal, taking the Gunners three points clear at the top and their first one at Anfield in 14 years.”
Proteas all-rounder Marco Jansen tells Cape Talk he never imagined topping the ICC Test bowling and all-rounder rankings.
“He, of course, is now the world number one test bowler. He's the world number one test all-rounder. And he's just a lighty from Klausdorp. No, I just see myself as a lighty from Klausdorp.”
Laughter on air
On Cape Talk, the creator of the play Superfan at the Baxter explains its genesis and what he wants audiences to take away.
“It's just played out on the rugby field. But just talk to us beefy about the genesis of that because I walked out and I was speechless. I didn't know what to say. My wife didn't know what to say either.”
Race director JP tells 947 the cycling race now starts at Kyalami Corner and finishes with a lap of the Grand Prix circuit.
“Doing pedal-powered smoothie, and this as we build up to Rai Joburg. JP, the race director, JP Nilkir, you've just finished your smoothie in front of you.”
On 947, rider Dylan Goldman describes how he gets the back wheel above his head, ahead of King of the Whip at Monte Casino.
“What exactly do you do to get the bike to go? I mean, that's pretty much. You get the back wheel above your head, you're completely sideways and flat.”
Pirates won the Soweto Derby 2-1; their coach admitted first-half tactical errors while Chiefs' coach blamed officiating and an offside first goal.
“Yane Labutuma opened the scoring for Pirates in the 24th minute before Pula Modi equalized for Kaizer Chiefs.”
On 947, presenter Mamohau and Flavor trade jibes at a Texan Wings Bar derby watch party and predict 2-1 scorelines for their rival sides.
“And the thing about Pirates is that they walk into games thinking that there are gods, the gods of the game. Today, Chiefs is proving you wrong.”
Laughter on air
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Fri 30 Oct, 09:39702
Chiefs fan: being Chiefs is a lifestyle, not about winning derbiesSat 31 Oct, 16:32947This one
Derby banter at Texan Wings Bar: Chiefs v Pirates, 1-1 at half-time
A Cape Talk guest explains how losing a public speaking semifinal led him to Tsitsi Dangarembga's Nervous Conditions, a book that shaped his schooling.
“I actually moved to a school that actually had a cricket culture and had had a cricket as a sport. And previously, I hadn't been exposed to it.”
A 702 host asks whether World Test champions South Africa were disrespected by Australia's limited tour; a cricket official cites flight logistics.
“I'd love to have Australia. I'd love to have Australia being here for like two months, like it used to have in the past, you know.”
Yasmin Johnson tells Cape Talk how a trip to Mauritius led her to start a football team for women over 50 in Cape Town.
“I want to introduce you to Soccer Grannies Cape Town.”
South African triathlete Henry Schoeman describes the backlash, including death threats, after winning the 2016 Cozumel race where Alistair Brownlee helped his brother.
“The dude in the green lycra just like zooming past and winning this race. But what people don't understand is how did we get to that point? And there was a whole one hour 46 of racing that we had to get to that point.”
On Power FM, a former Swallows player says few white players now reach the PSL because of generational change and a small white population.
“And I think during that time, it was easier to develop the so-called white players and so on because they were being developed on their own. And of course, I think myself.”
A Power FM host and a stadium manager discuss derby congestion, parking rides, and how gate crowding lets fake ticket sellers force entry.
“Without wasting any more time, as it is now 23 minutes after the hour of 6, let me take this opportunity to welcome Uberti Krobla from Stadium Management South Africa so that we can find out exactly what it is that…”
Thierry Henry tells Robert Marawa his first and last World Cup games were against South Africa, and the dancing Bafana players unsettled him.
“And I said it, you know, I've been going around talking to a lot of medias, and I have a weird relationship with South Africa because my first ever game is against South Africa, right? And your first goal?”
Told by former teammates he was football's Michael Jordan, Henry says he'll stay in his lane and credits teammates for his success.
“I think he identifies the voices that were describing him, likening him to a Michael Jordan of football. What voices did you identify there? The boss. The boss, but I don't agree. Yeah, that's a bit too much.”
Swimming SA's acting president tells Power FM water polo resents oversight, says there is no ambition to control its administration and urges restraint.
“I think the fundamental problem here is the water polo grouping itself subjecting themselves to authority. And I think it is that authority that comes across they hate so much. And look, our hands are tied.”
The story so far
2 moments on Power FM
Thu 29 Oct, 08:18Power FM
SA Water Polo says it has 2,400 members; Swimming SA admitted 130Fri 30 Oct, 08:50Power FMThis one
Swimming SA acting head: water polo hates authority, we don't want control
Stormers coach John Dobson admits the team had no contingency for losing a front-rower and a player to the bin, and that defence is mid-table.
“John, how was the cricket yesterday? I don't know. I'm guessing, were you there? No, no, I have to work, Johnson. Yeah, some of us have to.”
Marcus Mueller, 19, is named in Rassie Erasmus' 37-man squad for the Nations Championship and may debut against Italy in Turin on 7 November.
“In rugby, Marcus Mueller could become the youngest Springboks debutant of the professional era after being named in Rassie Erasmus' 37-man squad for next month's Nations Championship.”
Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando de Cruz says regular meetings with the sporting director show the club's backing after the Confederation Cup exit.
“Elsewhere, Kaizer Chief said Coach Fernando de Cruz says that the support that he has received from the club's hierarchy, including sporting director Kaiser Mudaoun Jr., reflects ongoing communication within the club.”
947's Zweli describes two office workers filmed watching the Proteas at Newlands who quickly turned back to their desks as commentators laughed.
“However, buying yourself some time singing Stacey Oracle helps because the cricket is currently on at Newlands. Yes. So they have to trail Australia from Diananda by 94 runs.”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Wed 28 Oct, 04:13702
Teachers and workers skip Tuesday to watch Newlands Test cricketThu 29 Oct, 14:15947This one
Two fans caught on TV 'working' from the Newlands cricket
South Africa's Marco Jansen replaced Ravindra Jadeja as the top Test all-rounder and reached 100 Test wickets in 24 matches.
“Yes, South Africa's Marco Jansen has replaced India's Ravindra Jadeja as the top test all-rounder after four years.”
A 702 host recounts Muhammad Ali's 1967 fight with Ernie Terrell, who refused to call him Ali, as a tongue-in-cheek fix for people forgetting names.
“You know, you know, the other remedy, if people don't remember your name, is the Muhammad Ali approach. I don't know if you know this story, but back in the late 1960s, 1967, he fought a guy called Ernie Terrell.”
EWN Sport's Mawanda Mateza explains the League Cup's naming history and ranks SA's cups, saying fan voting makes the Carling Knockout gimmicky.
“The fourth of the third of these South African Cup competitions. It used to be the Telkom knockout, and before that, I think it was the Coca-Cola Cup. Yes. So it bought sponsors' naming rights. Importance then.”
Chiefs beat TS Galaxy 3-0 as Wandile Duba scored a hat-trick; coach Fernando da Cruz says consistency could earn him a Bafana call-up.
“Chiefs are also 3-0 winners against TS Galaxy at FNB Stadium, where Wandile Duba was the star of the show with his second half hat-trick.”
Premier League champions Arsenal lost 5-3 on penalties to a fourth-division side after a 1-1 draw, finishing with 10 men.
“Still with football, Arsenal suffered one of the biggest upsets in League Cup history after the Premier League champions were beaten 5-3 on penalties following a one-all draw away to fourth division side feet for town…”
Laughter on air
Also on Kaya 959
A 702 host recounts how a three-year-old in the US was excluded from a youth league after parents complained he did not pass the ball.
“A three-year-old soccer or football prodigy in the United States has attracted worldwide attention. There's even a GoFundMe campaign that's now ready.”
A Cape Talk host says SAMWU reps could not be reached for comment after attending a Kaizer Chiefs match while blocking Gauteng roads.
“So we do not have a lead interview today because the Municipal Workers' Union prioritized football over.”
On 947, Robert Marawa and guests discuss Tadhg Furlong's citation after Munster's Gavin Coombs alleged a groin grab, recalling Vessels' eight-week ban.
“The Leinster, as well as the island prop, Tadhg Furlong, I mean, has been cited for something that needs an adult to address. Mike Greenaway, what's the sighting? Shall we euphemistically put it?”
Laughter on air
On 947, Robert Marawa and rugby analysts discuss injuries, Nations Championship plans and when Rassie Erasmus will name his squad.
“And suddenly, the biggest battle that is facing our coach, Rassie Erasmus, may not be against Italy or France or Ireland, but the injury crisis is threatening to derail his plans.”
On 947, a guest tells Robert Marawa he is arguably the country's greatest sporting broadcaster, dismissing rumours of a rift between them.
“Walter Boguena, good to see you, sir. Welcome to the show. Good evening, Rob. Good evening.”
Rassie Erasmus picks an experienced side for Italy, and Malcolm Marx signs a long-term Bulls deal from July 2027.
“Rassie Erasmus has gone with an experienced side, Ruan Norkia and Salmaan Moerat partnering up in that second row for Norkia. There's a bit of history there between Murat and him. He says he will always look up to him.”
Bafana coach Peter Musumani names a 27-man squad for Kenya and says Orlando Stadium was chosen for travel and flight logistics.
“The idea on the technical side for Bafana to play in Orlando Stadium is”
Reports say LIV 2.0, backed by BC Partners Credit, failed to win enough player and commercial commitments after the Saudi PIF withdrew.
“Then, in terms of golf, live golf appears set to come to an end after efforts to secure funding for a revamped version of the breakaway league reportedly failing.”
Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane names a 24-man squad and rejects claims he favours Sundowns players, citing injuries elsewhere.
“Before traveling for the return fixture on the 17th of November, Bafana Bafana coach Peter Mosimane announced a twenty-four-man squad, which also welcomes back La Foster, Talentan Bata, and Begazilim Bogazi, who missed…”
Carlos Alcaraz beat Alex Michelsen to reach the last 16 at the Paris Masters on a day several top players went out.
“And in tennis, Carlos Alcaraz has reacted to what was a difficult day for several of the top players at the Paris Masters, acknowledging that ATP 1000 events are unpredictable.”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Yesterday 07:36SAfm
Zverev and Djokovic crash out of Paris Masters in shock defeatsYesterday 08:41Power FMThis one
Alcaraz: Masters events are unpredictable after top seeds fall in Paris
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca demanded an end to individual errors after City escaped RB Leipzig 3-2 in the Champions League.
“So much and constructively, so we felt that it was time to really get him, let him release a little bit of his sports or competitive tension and breathe a little bit.”
A Power FM host says Bafana players got their World Cup bonuses while technical staff reportedly got far less, with R5m from the minister unpaid.
“However, with that being said, as much as the Bafana players got their payouts, technical staff unfortunately received significantly less. They reportedly received not even what is that?”
On Top Sport, a listener defends a goalkeeper after a clash that killed a striker, and the host explains Spain's automatic manslaughter rule.
“I don't think they're treating the goalkeeper very fairly as we hear the news that they want to charge him for human.”
A commentator at FNB stadium gives live commentary to visually disabled fans seated in the stands so they can feel the Soweto Derby atmosphere.
“He's seated in the stands, and his audience is a group of visually disabled fans for whom he's providing specific commentary so they can not just listen to the radio somewhere at home, but be in the stadium, hear…”
On Kaya Breakfast, a sport segment debates F1 team orders, saying a team paying a champion about R60m a year must back him with support.
“Of your drivers is fighting for the championship, surely then you need to say, When your job is to defend this one and make sure he gets as many points as he can, who should be number one then?”
Robert Marawa describes an SABC colleague and her son being shut out, crushed and pepper-sprayed at a derby, and police refusing to open a case.
“That's literally what caused a lot of the incidents at Ellis Park on that day. And I see Umil Indim Joli on the YouTube channel saying that to the JMPD as well as the Amapanyaza, they failed the fans.”
With Rassie Erasmus due to name his team, injuries to four players open the door for six uncapped players against Italy.
“In the team, we play Italy on the weekend. We've got a team announcement coming up shortly. Absolutely, Interjohn. Thank you so much for that. In fact, that's coming up in about 30 minutes' time.”
After President Ramaphosa visited PSL offices, chairman Ivan Khoza said VAR is handled by SAFA, whose committee is preparing a report.
“Here's what the chairperson said: VAR is not our competency, it's a competence of SAFA. We started the VAR Troub in 2009 as PSA, but you know, it's taken over by SAFA.”
Sprinter Akani Simbine tells Cape Talk that missing a Tokyo Olympic medal hit him harder than Paris, leading to therapy and antidepressants.
“The one that knocked me was Tokyo Olympics, which was the COVID Olympics. And that year, I had everything geared up to actually win, and my shape was in form, and it just didn't come out when I finished fourth.”
Proteas captain Temba Bavuma calls the 2-1 series win over Australia an enthralling 15 days of cricket, answering critics.
“When I started playing professionally and I started my career for the Proteas, I never even thought of getting in the top 10 bowling rankings or all-rounder rankings.”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Mon 2 Nov, 07:47702
Proteas stun Australia: Harmer's six for 16 seals famous fifth-day winMon 2 Nov, 08:40Power FMThis one
Bavuma says Proteas Test win over Australia will be remembered as iconic
Gary Allpass won the Western Province dressage title as a disabled rider and says he still needs two overseas qualifying rides for Los Angeles.
“The Western Cape Dressage champion has set his sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. 64-year-old Gary Allpass won the Western Province Dressage Championship in Stellenbosch last month as a rider with disabilities.”
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad says the team's spirit and belief stood out after the series win over Australia, as attention turns to Bangladesh.
“14 years, that's a long time. So I'm sure we made everybody attached to the club extremely proud today.”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Sat 31 Oct, 16:05702
Proteas beat Australia by 176 runs to win series 2-1 at NewlandsMon 2 Nov, 07:07947This one
Proteas coach Conrad: belief that these guys can do special things
Kimi Antonelli clinched the Formula One title at 20 years and 68 days, finishing third in Mexico and saying tears blurred the final lap.
“Well, Kimi Antonelli, the youngest Formula One champion in history, though overstopping one in Mexico, followed by Hamilton, Antonelli's third place, and up for the championship win, saying he struggled to see through…”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Sat 31 Oct, 10:50Cape Talk
Motorsport analyst: Antonelli needs only P9 in Mexico to be championMon 2 Nov, 07:06947This one
Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion at 20, crying on last lap
Havertz's first-half goal gave Arsenal a first Anfield win in 14 years and a three-point lead; Van Dijk argued Isak was fouled by Timber.
“Arsenal backed up at the Premier League table after beating Liverpool 1-0-Havertz's first half goal, taking the Gunners three points clear at the top and their first one at Anfield in 14 years.”
Proteas all-rounder Marco Jansen tells Cape Talk he never imagined topping the ICC Test bowling and all-rounder rankings.
“He, of course, is now the world number one test bowler. He's the world number one test all-rounder. And he's just a lighty from Klausdorp. No, I just see myself as a lighty from Klausdorp.”
On Cape Talk, the creator of the play Superfan at the Baxter explains its genesis and what he wants audiences to take away.
“It's just played out on the rugby field. But just talk to us beefy about the genesis of that because I walked out and I was speechless. I didn't know what to say. My wife didn't know what to say either.”
Race director JP tells 947 the cycling race now starts at Kyalami Corner and finishes with a lap of the Grand Prix circuit.
“Doing pedal-powered smoothie, and this as we build up to Rai Joburg. JP, the race director, JP Nilkir, you've just finished your smoothie in front of you.”
On 947, rider Dylan Goldman describes how he gets the back wheel above his head, ahead of King of the Whip at Monte Casino.
“What exactly do you do to get the bike to go? I mean, that's pretty much. You get the back wheel above your head, you're completely sideways and flat.”
Pirates won the Soweto Derby 2-1; their coach admitted first-half tactical errors while Chiefs' coach blamed officiating and an offside first goal.
“Yane Labutuma opened the scoring for Pirates in the 24th minute before Pula Modi equalized for Kaizer Chiefs.”
On 947, presenter Mamohau and Flavor trade jibes at a Texan Wings Bar derby watch party and predict 2-1 scorelines for their rival sides.
“And the thing about Pirates is that they walk into games thinking that there are gods, the gods of the game. Today, Chiefs is proving you wrong.”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Fri 30 Oct, 09:39702
Chiefs fan: being Chiefs is a lifestyle, not about winning derbiesSat 31 Oct, 16:32947This one
Derby banter at Texan Wings Bar: Chiefs v Pirates, 1-1 at half-time
A Cape Talk guest explains how losing a public speaking semifinal led him to Tsitsi Dangarembga's Nervous Conditions, a book that shaped his schooling.
“I actually moved to a school that actually had a cricket culture and had had a cricket as a sport. And previously, I hadn't been exposed to it.”
A 702 host asks whether World Test champions South Africa were disrespected by Australia's limited tour; a cricket official cites flight logistics.
“I'd love to have Australia. I'd love to have Australia being here for like two months, like it used to have in the past, you know.”
Yasmin Johnson tells Cape Talk how a trip to Mauritius led her to start a football team for women over 50 in Cape Town.
“I want to introduce you to Soccer Grannies Cape Town.”
South African triathlete Henry Schoeman describes the backlash, including death threats, after winning the 2016 Cozumel race where Alistair Brownlee helped his brother.
“The dude in the green lycra just like zooming past and winning this race. But what people don't understand is how did we get to that point? And there was a whole one hour 46 of racing that we had to get to that point.”
On Power FM, a former Swallows player says few white players now reach the PSL because of generational change and a small white population.
“And I think during that time, it was easier to develop the so-called white players and so on because they were being developed on their own. And of course, I think myself.”
A Power FM host and a stadium manager discuss derby congestion, parking rides, and how gate crowding lets fake ticket sellers force entry.
“Without wasting any more time, as it is now 23 minutes after the hour of 6, let me take this opportunity to welcome Uberti Krobla from Stadium Management South Africa so that we can find out exactly what it is that…”
Thierry Henry tells Robert Marawa his first and last World Cup games were against South Africa, and the dancing Bafana players unsettled him.
“And I said it, you know, I've been going around talking to a lot of medias, and I have a weird relationship with South Africa because my first ever game is against South Africa, right? And your first goal?”
Told by former teammates he was football's Michael Jordan, Henry says he'll stay in his lane and credits teammates for his success.
“I think he identifies the voices that were describing him, likening him to a Michael Jordan of football. What voices did you identify there? The boss. The boss, but I don't agree. Yeah, that's a bit too much.”
Swimming SA's acting president tells Power FM water polo resents oversight, says there is no ambition to control its administration and urges restraint.
“I think the fundamental problem here is the water polo grouping itself subjecting themselves to authority. And I think it is that authority that comes across they hate so much. And look, our hands are tied.”
The story so far
2 moments on Power FM
Thu 29 Oct, 08:18Power FM
SA Water Polo says it has 2,400 members; Swimming SA admitted 130Fri 30 Oct, 08:50Power FMThis one
Swimming SA acting head: water polo hates authority, we don't want control
Stormers coach John Dobson admits the team had no contingency for losing a front-rower and a player to the bin, and that defence is mid-table.
“John, how was the cricket yesterday? I don't know. I'm guessing, were you there? No, no, I have to work, Johnson. Yeah, some of us have to.”
Marcus Mueller, 19, is named in Rassie Erasmus' 37-man squad for the Nations Championship and may debut against Italy in Turin on 7 November.
“In rugby, Marcus Mueller could become the youngest Springboks debutant of the professional era after being named in Rassie Erasmus' 37-man squad for next month's Nations Championship.”
Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando de Cruz says regular meetings with the sporting director show the club's backing after the Confederation Cup exit.
“Elsewhere, Kaizer Chief said Coach Fernando de Cruz says that the support that he has received from the club's hierarchy, including sporting director Kaiser Mudaoun Jr., reflects ongoing communication within the club.”
947's Zweli describes two office workers filmed watching the Proteas at Newlands who quickly turned back to their desks as commentators laughed.
“However, buying yourself some time singing Stacey Oracle helps because the cricket is currently on at Newlands. Yes. So they have to trail Australia from Diananda by 94 runs.”
The story so far
2 moments on 2 stations
Wed 28 Oct, 04:13702
Teachers and workers skip Tuesday to watch Newlands Test cricketThu 29 Oct, 14:15947This one
Two fans caught on TV 'working' from the Newlands cricket
South Africa's Marco Jansen replaced Ravindra Jadeja as the top Test all-rounder and reached 100 Test wickets in 24 matches.
“Yes, South Africa's Marco Jansen has replaced India's Ravindra Jadeja as the top test all-rounder after four years.”
A 702 host recounts Muhammad Ali's 1967 fight with Ernie Terrell, who refused to call him Ali, as a tongue-in-cheek fix for people forgetting names.
“You know, you know, the other remedy, if people don't remember your name, is the Muhammad Ali approach. I don't know if you know this story, but back in the late 1960s, 1967, he fought a guy called Ernie Terrell.”
EWN Sport's Mawanda Mateza explains the League Cup's naming history and ranks SA's cups, saying fan voting makes the Carling Knockout gimmicky.
“The fourth of the third of these South African Cup competitions. It used to be the Telkom knockout, and before that, I think it was the Coca-Cola Cup. Yes. So it bought sponsors' naming rights. Importance then.”
Chiefs beat TS Galaxy 3-0 as Wandile Duba scored a hat-trick; coach Fernando da Cruz says consistency could earn him a Bafana call-up.
“Chiefs are also 3-0 winners against TS Galaxy at FNB Stadium, where Wandile Duba was the star of the show with his second half hat-trick.”
Premier League champions Arsenal lost 5-3 on penalties to a fourth-division side after a 1-1 draw, finishing with 10 men.
“Still with football, Arsenal suffered one of the biggest upsets in League Cup history after the Premier League champions were beaten 5-3 on penalties following a one-all draw away to fourth division side feet for town…”
A 702 host recounts how a three-year-old in the US was excluded from a youth league after parents complained he did not pass the ball.
“A three-year-old soccer or football prodigy in the United States has attracted worldwide attention. There's even a GoFundMe campaign that's now ready.”
A Cape Talk host says SAMWU reps could not be reached for comment after attending a Kaizer Chiefs match while blocking Gauteng roads.
“So we do not have a lead interview today because the Municipal Workers' Union prioritized football over.”
On 947, Robert Marawa and guests discuss Tadhg Furlong's citation after Munster's Gavin Coombs alleged a groin grab, recalling Vessels' eight-week ban.
“The Leinster, as well as the island prop, Tadhg Furlong, I mean, has been cited for something that needs an adult to address. Mike Greenaway, what's the sighting? Shall we euphemistically put it?”
On 947, Robert Marawa and rugby analysts discuss injuries, Nations Championship plans and when Rassie Erasmus will name his squad.
“And suddenly, the biggest battle that is facing our coach, Rassie Erasmus, may not be against Italy or France or Ireland, but the injury crisis is threatening to derail his plans.”
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