Ellis Park
latest news & developments
Odi: The life and death of a legendary football stadium
Odi Stadium, a unique behemoth that once held 60 000 fans, is clinging to its existence
Boots, balls & bluster: Blowing the whistle on rugby ref bias
Claims of favouritism stalk the game, but the data on penalties paints a picture at odds with righteous indignation
Editorial: One last chance to do good for SA
To effectively lead South Africa out of the morass, Ramaphosa must prioritise service to the people.
Siyanqoba rally a strong show of support for the ANC
Supporters at Sunday’s Siyanqoba rally were confident the governing party will win the May 8 elections, and the president feels no different
Siyanqoba rally marks final push for ANC ahead of crucial poll
The Siyanqoba rally is billed as a show of force in the final push for votes ahead of the most crucial election since 1994
Catch the overnight sleeper from Jozi to Durban
Its passengers haven’t just been transported from one place to another; they have travelled and emerge richer for the experience.
Boks stay 7th in rankings despite comeback heroics
England, meanwhile, slipped to fourth spot for the first time in two years. They are replaced by Australia, who beat Ireland 18-9 in Brisbane.
Boks edge England in Ellis Park thriller
The Springboks got back to winning ways with victory over England in an enthralling Test at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday
Jake urges Rassie to pick predominantly black side to face Wales
Jake White says Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus should pick a predominantly black Bok team to face Wales in Washington DC
All Blacks expect Bok backlash at Ellis Park
New Zealand are expecting a South Africa backlash at a hostile Ellis Park when the teams meet in a crunch Rugby Championship fixture on Saturday.
Zuma requests prayers for peaceful elections
President Jacob Zuma has asked worshippers attending a Good Friday service at Ellis Pak Stadium to pray for peaceful and sucessful general elections.
Far from the madding crowd: Crowds mourn Mandela at Ellis Park
Away from the crowds, cameras and politicking at FNB Stadium, mourners at Ellis Park braved the wind and rain in a "sacrifice of gratitude" to Madiba.
Azzuri going for goal against Slovakia
Italy face Slovakia in their final Group F match on Thursday playing for their Soccer World Cup survival as they face the shame of a first round exit.
Portugal in seventh heaven, Spain back on track
Portugal routed North Korea 7-0 in the Soccer World Cup on Monday while Spain bounced back from a shock opening defeat to ease past Honduras.
‘This is a world party’
While both Spain and Honduras had their disappointments in their showdown on Monday, fans loving the South African experience were the real winners.