All Rounders Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Marvin Orie, the powerhouse Blue Bulls lock, as he takes us through his remarkable rugby journey. From his Cape Town roots to bold moves with the Bulls, Lions, Stormers, and in Europe, Marvin opens up about the challenges and triumphs that shaped his career. He also shares insights on the unique flair of French rugby, the pride of wearing the Springbok jersey, and the personal reasons behind missing the World Cup celebrations on home soil. ⚡️ Expect a candid, inspiring, and honest conversation you won't want to miss!

We are joined by Sintu Manjezi, the dynamic lock forward for the Blue Bulls. Known for his resilience and versatility, Sintu shares his rugby journey from making his mark with different teams across South Africa, to adjusting to the small-town life of Kimberley, and braving the challenging weather in Scotland. Manjezi opens up about the highs and lows of his career. He also talks about overcoming injuries, the mental battles that come with recovery, and his determination to keep pushing and achieve even more in rugby. Now back with the Vodacom Blue Bulls, Sintu is driven, focused, and on a mission to tick off a few more career milestones. His story is one of perseverance, adaptation, and passion for the game. 🎧 Whether you're a rugby fan, a supporter of the Bulls, or someone who loves hearing inspirational athlete journeys, this interview is not to be missed. #SintuManjezi #BlueBulls #VodacomBulls #southafricanrugby #AthleteStories #SportsJourney #ComebackStory #Perseverance #Inspiration #AllRoundersSA #SouthAfricanPodcast #SportsPodcast

Powerful and inspriational is an understatment, in the latest episode we sit down with Mbali Sigidi, one of South Africa's top sports broadcasters, to discuss her incredible rise in the world of sports journalism and television presenting.Mbali shares how her passion for media and brand building led her to getting her honors and doing a thesis on Kaizer Chiefs - eventually landing her on TV screens across the country. She opens up about her journey as a black woman in sports media, breaking stereotypes, and navigating the competitive world of sports broadcasting.This conversation also touches on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) — a condition that's often misunderstood. Mbali bravely speaks about how PCOS affected her weight, skin, and self-esteem, and how she continues to thrive despite the challenges.Whether you're an aspiring journalist, broadcaster, or someone looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with real talk, career advice, and motivation.

In this powerful episode of The All Rounders, we sit down with one of South Africa's most treasured football icons — Nompumelelo "Mpumi" Nyandeni. From making her Banyana Banyana debut at just 15, to earning over 150 caps for the national team, Mpumi's story is one of talent, resilience, and heart. She opens up about: ✅ Her early days chasing a dream few believed in ✅ Navigating the tough trips across the African continent ✅ Life on and off the pitch in Russia ✅ What it truly takes to reach the top as a woman in South African football ✅ And the wisdom she wants to pass on to the next generation This isn't just a conversation about football — it's about purpose, passion, and pushing through. Mpumi's journey is a reminder that greatness often starts in humble places, and that the road to the top is anything but easy.

Get ready for the WTC Final 2025 as The All Rounders break down the biggest stories and key matchups ahead of the clash between South Africa and Australia. In this episode, we analyze the controversial road to the World Test Championship Final, squad selection drama, and tactical decisions that could define the outcome.🎙️ In this episode:✅ Full preview of the South Africa vs Australia WTC Final✅ Debating Dane Paterson vs Lungi Ngidi: who should start?✅ Shukri Conrad's bold strategy – masterstroke or mistake?👇 Join the conversation in the comments: who do you think will lift the WTC trophy?#WTCFinal2025 #WorldTestChampionship #SouthAfricaCricket #AustraliaCricket #CricketPreview #TestCricket #Ngidi #DanePaterson #ShukriConrad #CricketPodcast #TheAllRounders

From his roots in Plettenberg Bay to the big stage in Johannesburg, Asenathi shares his inspiring rugby journey — including what it took to come out of his shell, climb the ranks at the Lions, and earn a spot in the Springbok alignment camp.We dive into his transition from small-town beginnings to the pressures of professional rugby, the brotherhood within the Lions setup, and his decision to stay in South Africa instead of heading to Europe.🎙️ Don't miss this honest and insightful conversation with one of South Africa's rising stars.🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring sports stories! 📌 Drop a comment below — we'd love to hear your thoughts.#TheAllRounders #AsenathiNtlabakanye #LionsRugby #Springboks #SouthAfricanRugby #RugbyPodcast #StStithians #PlettToJozi

In this hot off the red couch interview of the All Rounders SA Podcast, we sit down with Ricardo Goss, the goalkeeper for SuperSport United and the South African national team Bafana Bafana. Ricardo gives us some insight into his upbringing in Chesterville Durban, his early football career with Golden Arrows FC, career-defining move to Bidvest Wits Football Club, playing for Bafana Bafana and winning a bronze medal at AFCON as well as SuperSport United's tight PSL relegation battle.✅ Mental resilience, football culture, and rising above adversityWhether you're a fan of South African football, a supporter of Bafana Bafana, or curious about the journey of Ricardo Goss, this episode is packed with inspiration, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of Mzansi's top goalkeepers.👉 Ithi tshe! And don't forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe for more interviews with South Africa's top sports personalities.🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!#RicardoGoss #BafanaBafana #SuperSportUnited #PSL #AFCON2024 #GoldenArrows #SouthAfricanFootball #Chesterville #AllRoundersSA #GoalkeeperInterview #SoccerPodcast

In this powerful boxing interview, Nontshinga shares his journey from growing up in Mdantsane, South Africa—one of the country's boxing hubs—to becoming a world champion. He opens up about:✅ How he started boxing as a child to avoid bullying✅ Climbing the ranks to win the IBF Light-Flyweight title✅ The unforgettable night he defeated his boxing idol and inspired a nation✅ His experience fighting in Mexico and what it taught him✅ The emotional impact of losing his title to Adrian Curiel YakubuThis is a must-watch for boxing fans, sports lovers, and anyone inspired by stories of perseverance and resilience.🔔 Subscribe to the All Rounders SA podcast for more interviews with South Africa's top athletes and rising sports stars.#SivenathiNontshinga #BoxingInterview #IBFChampion #SouthAfricanBoxing #MdantsaneBoxing #BoxingPodcast #SportsPodcast #AllRoundersSA

Join us on the All Rounders SA podcast as we chat with South African football star Keagan Dolly — attacking midfielder, 1/3 of the iconic CBD trio at Mamelodi Sundowns, and a player who has achieved it all in local football.In this episode, Keagan Dolly shares his football journey — from making his professional debut at Ajax Cape Town, lifting major trophies with Mamelodi Sundowns, and testing himself in Europe with Montpellier in France's Ligue 1. Keagan also speaks candidly about the challenges he faced at Kaizer Chiefs and his fresh start with TS Galaxy.We dive deep into Keagan's upbringing in Westbury, his early struggles, and how his roots shaped his football career. He also discusses his future goals and the milestones he's determined to achieve with TS Galaxy.If you're a fan of South African football, Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, or simply love inspiring football stories, this episode is a must-watch!✅ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive interviews with South Africa's top footballers!#KeaganDolly #AllRoundersSA #MamelodiSundowns #KaizerChiefs #TSGalaxy #SouthAfricanFootball #CBDTrio #AjaxCapeTown #Montpellier #SoccerPodcast

🎾 This week on the All Rounders SA podcast, we're joined by a true trailblazer — Wimbledon wheelchair doubles champion, Kgothatso Montjane.In this powerful and exclusive interview, KG opens up about her inspiring journey into wheelchair tennis, navigating the global stage with limited resources and sponsorships, and the personal challenges she's faced along the way. She speaks candidly about the emotional aftermath of her Wimbledon success, including the heartbreaking loss of her mother, her difficult decision to withdraw from the Paralympic Games, and why prioritizing mental health is non-negotiable. KG also shares her vision for the future of wheelchair tennis and the change she's determined to create.🎙️ Don't miss this honest and moving conversation with one of South Africa's most resilient champions.🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring sports stories and interviews every week.#KgothatsoMontjane #WheelchairTennis #AllRoundersSA #MentalHealthInSport #WimbledonChampion #Paralympics #Inspiration #SouthAfrica

In this exclusive episode, we sit down with rising South African basketball star Samkelo Cele, as he takes us through his remarkable journey—from the humble township of Claremont in Durban, to showcasing his talent on the courts of America and making waves with Cape Town Tigers.Samkelo opens up about:✊ How his upbringing in Claremont shaped his character and career🇺🇸 His transition to U.S. college basketball with Northeastern Oklahoma A&M and Southern University🗽 Getting the call-up to the New York Knicks Summer League squad🏆 His decision to pass on the Basketball National League (BNL) and why🌍 The rise and impact of the Basketball Africa League (BAL)🚀 What the future holds for him both on and off the courtThis is more than just basketball—it's about identity, ambition, and making it against the odds. Whether you're a hoop fan or just love a good underdog story, this conversation will inspire you.📌 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful stories from Africa's game changers!Follow the PodcastInstagram: / https://www.instagram.com/theallround...TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@the.all.round...X: / https://x.com/allrounderssa?s=21&t=_v...Facebook: / https://www.facebook.comFollow Samkelo Instagram: @iambucketsFollow our hostsPhilasande Sixaba: https://www.instagram.com/psixaba/Nono Pongolo: https://www.instagram.com/nonz10/#SamkeloCele #BasketballAfrica #CapeTownTigers #BAL #SouthAfricanBasketball #AfricanAthletes #BasketballJourney #FromTownshipToGlory #NYKnicks #SummerLeague #CollegeBasketball #ClaremontDurban #HoopsDreams #AfricanTalent #BasketballLife

In South Africa, a woman loses her life every three hours, and over 100 rapes are reported daily. The All Rounders podcast supports the Carling Black Label #NoExcuse campaign. We sat down with Carling Black Label brand manager Nonjabulo Ndwandwe to explore how the campaign empowers sports fans to take a stand and help fight gender-based violence.

The great P Dogg is back on the All Rounders SA podcast as we discuss all things Champions Trophy 2025. Prasanna explains why the Proteas have a chance to emerge as champions, the roles of each player, the importance of getting the team selection right, potential threats from other teams, and the challenges posed by the conditions.

The team discusses the low scoring in Season 3 of the Betway SA20 competition, the Proteas' injury problems ahead of the Champions Trophy, and their qualification for the Test Championship finals against Australia. #cricket #cricketnews #sa20 #sa20league2025 #india #proteafire #championstrophy2025 #pakistan

South African soccer legends and Carling Black Label Cup ambassadors, Hlompho Kekana and Mandla Masango, join the all-rounders to reflect on the tournament's journey so far and share their predictions for the much-anticipated David vs. Goliath final between Magesi FC and Mamelodi Sundowns.

Cricket South Africa's Director of National Teams & High Performance, Enoch Nkwe, joins us for a conversation about his journey—from being raised in Soweto to adapting to life at St Stithians, the injury frustrations that led to his retirement, his transition to coaching the Lions and the Proteas. Now at the helm of South African cricket, he shares his vision for shaping its future. #cricketsouthafrica #cricketworldcup #cricketlover #cricket

Fresh from his success at the Paralympic Games in Paris, Mpumelelo Mhlongo joins the team with his gold and bronze medals to share his journey. He discusses the challenges he faced growing up with a disability, his efforts to change the narrative around people living with clubfoot, the story behind his most unexpected gold medal performance, and the support athletes need from a young age.

The All Rounders are humbled to be joined by world-renowned high performance cricketing analyst, Prasanna "P Dogg" Agoram. He shares his knowledge and journey with the Proteas national team, his experience working with players from around the globe, how his innovations have transformed the way we look at the numbers, and the dream he holds for the future of South African cricket. #cricket #ipl #pdogg #proteas #cricketsouthafrica

After a brave performance in the semi-finals, where the Proteas women's team knocked out defending champions Australia, they will face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final. It's do or die, and the All-Rounders discuss South Africa's chances of bringing the trophy home. #cricket #cricketsouthafrica #t20worldcup2024 #womenscricket

Emirates Lions winger and Zimbabwe international Tapiwa Mafura shares his journey playing for the Cheetahs, Griquas, and Pumas, as well as the experience of learning Afrikaans. He also relives the heartbreaking moment when he came close to winning three Currie Cup titles and discusses his dream of representing Zimbabwe in the Rugby World Cup.

The domestic season has kicked off, and the team unpacks the unexpected results from the first round. We predict the top four teams that will reach the semi-finals, discuss the Proteas' current run of form, and highlight the players auctioned at the SA20. Additionally, we explore the benefits of the Hollywoodbets Women's Pro League

Fresh off the podium at the Paris Paralympic Games, wheelchair tennis star Donald Ramphadi joins us for a conversation about his challenging upbringing, the impact of losing his mother at a young age, and taking on the responsibility of caring for his siblings. He also shares his remarkable journey to qualifying for the Games and the crowning moment he shared with Lucas Sithole.

The All Rounders have an insightful conversation with the renowned coach Gavin Hunt, delving into his extensive football career. He shared the wealth of experience he's gained over the years from coaching SuperSport United, Wits University, and Kaizer Chiefs. We also discussed how he's adapted his methodologies and philosophies to effectively connect with and coach modern footballers as well as he's frustrations with officiating.

It is all about the money in this edition of the All Rounders podcast as we chat to Mr. CashnSport himself, Nqobile Ndlovu, about the cash flows and structures in South African and international sports, from soccer to rugby and cricket. We also delve deep into the new Betway sponsorship deal with the Premier Soccer League, the challenges that status sales bring to local football, the benefits of equity deals in rugby, as well as the power of the mighty BCCI in cricket.

4x South African B-Girl champ Courtnaé Paul kicks it with the team to share her upbringing, the dance community and the challenging journey of trying to qualify for the Olympics, the level of local competition as well as the "issue" of identity.

Kaizer Chiefs top goalscorer in the PSL era Bernard "Die Hond" Parker shares with us the impact the School of Excellence had on his development, playing with his idol Benni McCarthy, the necessity of a strong team culture, the effects fans and social media have on the game, as well as how he dealt with his horrendous leg break.

Fast bowling royalty Allan "White Lightning" Donald joins the team for a conversation about his extraordinary career. From playing county cricket, considering playing for England to playing under the leadership of the late Hansie Cronje, the effects of the 1999 Cricket World Cup as well as discussing the future of South African fast bowlers.

In this heated addition of the All Rounders episode the team goes through the list of players who will be representing South Africa at the T20 Cricket World Cup in the West Indies & USA. The team also speak about the All Rounders in the team, what the team tactics might be, transformation and the importance of tournemants such as the SA20 as well as the domestic league.

In an All Rounders Special Proteas spin bowling legend and Warriors coach Robin Peterson joins us to share his journey in growing up in Galvendale with the likes of Ashwell Prince, Russell Domingo and Daine Klate. He also shares insight on his playing days domestically, being the man at the helm in teams like the Warriors, Mumbai Indians Cape Town and Mumbai Indians New York.

Legendary SuperSport United, Orlando Pirates, Wits University and Chippa United player and now La Masia coach, Daine Klate joins the team in an epic conversation about his passion for development, the challenges of obtaining a coaching license, the decline of the School of Excellence, his trophy riddled cabinet, being coached by Pitso Mosimane and Gavin Hunt as well as the historical Orlando Pirates double treble winning team.

Lyle Lakay joins the All Rounders team to chat about starting his journey with SuperSport United and the experience gained being part of a star studded Mamelodi Sundowns team. He also opens up about dealing with competition at Chloorkop, which coaches helped him mentally and his plans for when he calls retirement.

In the first episode of the year the team unpacks South Africa hosting the under 19 Cricket World Cup and Phila shares his experience being part of that international production. We talk about the success of the second season of the SA20 and the players who stood out from the competition.

Multitalented Emirates Lions player Sanele Nohamba shares his journey of growing up in the Eastern Cape, making his name in Durban at the Sharks, as well as the move to the Lions in the hopes of getting more game time to once again dawn the Springbok colors.

In an All Rounders SA special we are joined by Cape Town Tigers CEO Raphael Edwards in a conversation about running the best basketball team in South Africa, his roots and the journey to winning the Basketball African League.

Season sports journalist Khanyiso Tshwaku joins us to share his Rugby World Cup experience in France we discuss why it is important to know the politics around sports and lessons the Proteas can take from the Cricket World Cup.

The team reflects on the Boks being world champs and the celebrations in the country, off the field officiating in rugby and football as well as the Proteas performance in the world cup and India's relentless bowling attack. 

On this this edition of the All Rounders our guest DP World Lions captain Dominic Hendricks talks Season Preparations, New Coaching Staff, Captaincy, Playing for Proteas and more.

The All Rounders debate if Lukhanyo Am is ready to be on the starting line up and who the Springboks prefer to play in the World Cup quarter finals. The DP World Lions find the CSA One day cup challenging and VAR is once again making a nuisance of itself.

The All Rounders are joined by 2007 Rugby World Cup winner Akona Ndungane to chat about what it takes to win a World Cup, the Springboks bold style of play, who South Africa might play in the quarter final and all about being a team player.

Legendary cricket commentator Mpumelelo "Pommie" Mbangwa joins the All Rounders Team for a rundown of the Australian Series from bowling attack, injuries and concerns. The team also looks at the favourites in India ahead of the World Cup, Captaincy, Playing styles, Conditions and more.

The Rugby World Cup in France is underway, the team shares their views on the opening ceremony and ask is rugby a sport of a select few?. In cricket, we look at Proteas vs Australia series and Momentum Proteas vs Pakistan. In football, we talk an improving Bafana Bafana performance but a lack of fans in stadiums.

The team discuss the challenges the ladies and men's cricket teams are facing against Pakistan as well as Australia. Which players might be missing out on a trip to the cricket World Cup? we predict! We go over the first leg matches of the MTN 8. Sabc won't television the rugby World Cup & local cricket, who suffers?

The team talks Premier league wrap, PSL results, MTN 8, South Africa vs All Blacks, Proteas vs Australia review, World Athletics Champs and so much more.

The All Rounders Podcast team looks at the Fifa World Cup, Chelsea's struggles, Women's cricket league announcement, Springboks early peaking and more.