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Former Bafana Bafana defender David Kannemeyer believes focusing on the present, starting well in the AFCON tournament, and avoiding distractions will be crucial for South Africa's success. With coach Hugo Broos balancing youth and experience, the team must prioritize AFCON before looking ahead to the 2026 World Cup.
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MMA >From the ardent MMA fan to the novice newbie, we have everything you need to stay in the loop and enjoy everything the world of MMA has to offer. MMA, and the UFC in particular, is among the fastest growing sports in the world and its popularity in South Africa is no different. So, there you have it, from fundamentals, the history of the sport, rules and regulations to news, insights and the occasional betting suggestions we have you covered.
Soccer News, Updates and Exclusive Interviews for South Africans
Soccer >Want the inside scoop on South African soccer? SportsBoom brings you the latest news, exciting updates, and exclusive interviews with your favorite players and teams. We're your go-to for all things PSL and Bafana Bafana – experience the passion of the game with us! If you're looking for the best soccer betting sites, we’ll help you find top platforms to elevate your match-day experience. Experience the passion of the game with us!
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Our Updated Betting List for Top Sports
This is our list for ensuring you make the most of any sport bets you place on some of the most popular sports in South Africa.
The reality is that online sports betting has changed the way we all engage with our favourite sports. The convenience ease with which we are able to place bets is incredible and anyone can now get involved!
Our team has outlined the best online betting sites for you to consider.
Note, our suggestions based on a particular sport does not indicate that the sportsbook is exclusively offering those sports. All of our suggested betting sites cover almost every sport and punters are encouraged to use those which they find most comfortable.
Top Sports in South Africa
South Africa is an incredible country, known for its diverse cultural activities, beautiful environmental landscapes and a great craving for sports! Here is a look at the top sports in Mzansi.
Swimming
Swimming is a popular sport in South Africa. Between the pools and beaches, many people are attracted to the sport of swimming. With its origin in the 1900s, South Africa boasts a host of athletes who have achieved Olympic success for swimming – most notably Chad le Clos.
Athletics
South Africa seemingly continues to produce excellent athletes. They show off their talent on the world’s stage, but locally the country is also home to the Two Oceans Marathon and Comrades Marathon – two of the biggest in the world!
Cricket
A hugely popular sport in the country, cricket continues to hold its own at every level. The national side play under the name ‘Proteas’, but locally many franchise teams participate in the T20 Ram Slam and One-Day Cup.
Players like AB de Villiers are known in every part of the world, an iconic batsman who comes from Pretoria.
Rugby
Rugby is an interesting sport within the context of South Africa. The sport has shown to bring unity in a diverse country, draw out deep emotion for the supporters and players and the national side has won the Webb Ellis Cup a record four times!
The game was played in South Africa as early as 1860 and has since been woven into the countries fabric.
Soccer
The most popular sport in the country by a country-mile. Soccer is played in South Africa at almost every level. The Premier Soccer League (PSL) is the national league and sees enormous crowds gather from all parts to witness games.
Soccer was played in the country from as early as 1859, and with the history the country has within the sport, it is no surprise to see it as the most popular.
Best Channels for Watching Sports
In South Africa in particular, fans with access to the internet can choose from a wide variety of video streaming services for sports-related content. Major streaming service providers are changing the game a little bit and the newer revenue is available the better for all involved.
In terms of channels, DStv is still dominant in South Africa. SuperSport offers the most comprehensive line-up of sports and major sporting events of any service available in South Africa – and possibly the world. To get access you are required to pay a monthly fee whereby you can stream DStv or opt to install a decoder and watch via satellite.
Why SportsBoom?
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