South African sports fans are in for a treat this weekend, with top athletes from rugby, athletics, and mixed martial arts all in action.
The best part? None of the major events overlap, so you can catch all the excitement without missing a beat.
Akani Simbine Chases Diamond League Glory
Akani Simbine, the Paris 2024 Olympic silver medalist, is set to take on the world’s fastest sprinters at the Silesia Diamond League.
His 100m race is scheduled for Saturday, 16 August at 16:58, where he’ll line up against stars like Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson.
Conveniently, the race finishes just in time for rugby fans to tune in for the Springboks’ clash with Australia at Ellis Park.
Springboks Kick Off Rugby Championship Defence
The Springboks begin their defence of the Rugby Championship this weekend, taking on the Wallabies in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Manie Libbok starts at flyhalf, with captain Siya Kolisi anchoring the pack at number 8.
Unfortunately, Damian de Allende and Cheslin Kolbe will miss out due to minor injuries.
The match kicks off at Ellis Park on Saturday, 16 August at 17:10, making it perfectly timed for fans who just watched Simbine sprint for gold.
Dricus Du Plessis Headlines UFC 319
Rounding off an epic weekend of South African sport is UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis.
He faces Russian contender Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319, looking to defend his title with pride. The main event is scheduled for early Sunday morning, 17 August, at approximately 04:00 SA time, capping off a weekend full of high-intensity action.
Don’t Miss a Moment
With athletics, rugby, and UFC all showcasing South Africa’s finest talent, fans have plenty to cheer for.
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