SPRTS
Afrikaners & The Rules Behind Schoolboy Rugby Quotas
A reader challenged The Common Sense’s argument that the Paul Roos v Paarl Gim rugby derby is a far more accurate reflection of school sport than the impression created by the Bokkieweek tournament last week.
14.7.2026 |
Staff Writer
Of Two Rugby Events This Week, One Revealed a Truth about South Africa
Properly understanding South Africa requires understanding the contradiction between Bokkieweek this past week and the Springbok line-up against Scotland this past Saturday.
14.7.2026 |
News Desk
Why Do World Cup Sides Have More Foreign Players Than Ever?
How history, economics, and legislation made perennial underdogs into upsets-in-waiting.
8.7.2026 |
Sports Desk
The Best Foreign Starting XI at the 2026 World Cup
The Common Sense has put together its XI of the best players who are not playing for the country they were born in.
6.7.2026 |
Sports Desk
Explainer: What Is The New Rugby Nations Championship ?
All you need to know about the new international rugby tournament.
4.7.2026 |
Sports Desk
Unbeaten Since ’72: England Return to Jo’Burg House of Pain
An experienced Springbok team host a rebuilding England side at altitude in Johannesburg, where Ellis Park’s history and the Springbok’s physical intensity heavily favour the home team.
4.7.2026 |
Sports Correspondent
Why are the Goliaths Struggling at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Defence has been getting better than ever, which is giving the minnows better chances than ever against the big football fish.
30.6.2026 |
Josh Makama
Bafana Defensive Excellence Undermined by Popgun Attack
A stoppage-time sucker punch ended South Africa’s first knockout run in heartbreak. But a new generation has announced itself, and it’s only getting started.
29.6.2026 |
Josh Makama
The Miracle of Monterrey
Against Mexico we froze, against Czechia we improved, and against South Korea we played the new Bafana way.
25.6.2026 |
Josh Makama
Broos Has To Take The Handbrake Off
Read The Common Sense’s prediction for tonight.
18.6.2026 |
Sports Writer
