SuperSport on DStv and GOtv presents another incredible weekend of sport from around the world, headlined by Wales hosting the Springboks in Cardiff, Formula One’s Qatar Grand Prix, and the Soweto Marathon.
Rugby
Round 6 of the United Rugby Championship delivers a compelling slate of fixtures, with several clubs already feeling the pressure to build consistency. Ulster’s clash with Benetton opens the weekend, a meeting between two sides whose contrasting styles – Ulster’s structured, possession-driven rugby against Benetton’s fast, expansive approach – promise an intriguing tactical battle. Dragons face a formidable challenge against Leinster, who continue to set the benchmark with their depth and precision.
Saturday brings derby intensity as the Bulls host the Lions in Pretoria, where physicality and set-piece dominance will be central. Zebre welcome Cardiff in a matchup where the Italians will look to capitalise on home energy to unsettle a disciplined Welsh outfit. Munster’s showdown with the Stormers is among the highlights of the round: two heavyweight packs, two backlines loaded with power, and a history of tight, emotional contests. Edinburgh v Ospreys offers a similarly tight contest, with both teams hovering in the mid-table mix and seeking a statement win.
Connacht v Sharks should provide high tempo and attacking ambition, while Scarlets’ meeting with the Warriors pits flair against structure in a game that could swing on defensive organisation.
Capping the weekend, Wales v South Africa in Test rugby promises intensity, collisions, and a critical barometer of form for both nations.
United Rugby Championship, Round 6
Friday 28 November
21:45: Ulster v Benetton – LIVE on SuperSport Action
21:45: Dragons v Leinster – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
Saturday 29 November
14:00: Bulls v Lions – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
15:00: Zebre v Cardiff – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
19:30: Munster v Stormers – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
19:30: Edinburgh v Ospreys – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
21:45: Connacht v Sharks – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
21:45: Scarlets v Warriors – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
Test Match Rugby
Saturday 29 November
17:10: Wales v South Africa – LIVE on SuperSport Grandstand and SuperSport Rugby
Golf
The DP World Tour returns with the BMW Australian PGA Championship, a marquee event that traditionally sets an early competitive tone for the new season. Royal Queensland once again hosts a field mixing established international contenders with Australia’s rising stars, creating a compelling blend of power, precision, and local pride. Players will need to navigate firm, fast fairways and coastal winds, making course management just as crucial as ball striking. With several top-ranked Australians eager to impress on home soil, expect charged crowds and tightly packed leaderboards through the weekend.
On the Ladies European Tour, the Andalucia Costa del Sol Open de España brings its own prestige as one of the Tour’s signature events. The season finale typically produces high drama, as players not only chase a coveted title but also battle for crucial points in the Race to Costa del Sol. The picturesque layout in southern Spain rewards creativity around the greens and composure under pressure – qualities that have defined many of the tournament’s standout champions.
Rounding out the week, the Sunshine Tour’s PGA Championship adds a distinctly South African flavour to the schedule. As one of the Tour’s oldest and most respected tournaments, it attracts the region’s brightest talents seeking to strengthen their status and momentum heading into the summer swing.
DP World Tour, BMW Australian PGA Championship
Thursday 27 – Sunday 30 November – LIVE on SuperSport Golf
Ladies European Tour, Andalucia Costa del Sol Open de Espana
Thursday 27 – Sunday 30 November – LIVE on SuperSport Golf
Sunshine Tour, PGA Championship
Saturday 29 – Sunday 30 November – LIVE on SuperSport Golf
Cricket
The SA Cricket T20 Challenge reaches its high-stakes climax this week, beginning with Qualifier 1 on Tuesday, where the top two sides battle for a direct place in Sunday’s final. Expect explosive batting and tactical bowling as teams lean on their in-form match-winners to seize early momentum. Wednesday’s Eliminator raises the tension further, with knockout pressure exposing depth, temperament, and late-overs execution. The winner advances to Friday’s Qualifier 2, a final hurdle that often produces standout individual performances as teams fight for the last ticket to the championship decider. Sunday’s final promises a showcase of South Africa’s finest domestic T20 talents, blending aggressive power-hitting with the strategic nuances that define modern short-format cricket.
In the Pakistan T20 Tri Series, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and hosts Pakistan engage in a rapid, competitive loop of matches that serve both as preparation and a chance to refine combinations. Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe opens proceedings, a contest that should highlight contrasting styles—Zimbabwe’s fearless hitting against Sri Lanka’s structured attack. Pakistan’s meeting with Sri Lanka is expected to deliver higher intensity, with both sides targeting psychological advantage before the final. Saturday’s finale should be a fiercely contested showdown between the most adaptable side of the week.
The India v South Africa ODI series begins Sunday, offering a shift to 50-over rhythms. With both teams balancing World Cup cycles and evolving squads, the opener is set to reveal new roles, rising talents, and early tactical themes.
SA Cricket T20 Challenge
Tuesday 25 November, Qualifier 1, 13:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
Wednesday 26 November, Eliminator, 13:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1 and SuperSport Cricket
Friday 28 November, Qualifier 2, 13:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket
Sunday 30 November, Final, 13:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
Pakistan T20 Tri Series
Tuesday 25 November, Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 17:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket
Thursday 27 November, Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 17:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket
Saturday 29 November, Final, 17:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket
India v South Africa ODI Series
First ODI, Sunday 30 November, 10:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket
Motorsport
The Supercars Championship reaches its dramatic conclusion at the Adelaide Grand Final, a venue known for punishing streets, fierce braking zones, and a partisan atmosphere that amplifies every on-track moment. With three races – 32, 33 and 34 – spread across the weekend, consistency may prove just as decisive as outright speed. Drivers who manage tyres, avoid the concrete walls, and maintain composure under late-season pressure will have the edge. Adelaide’s tight layout rewards aggression in qualifying, but race craft and pit-stop execution often determine who climbs the podium. Expect championship narratives to twist throughout the weekend as rivals push the limits in pursuit of one final surge.
In Formula One, the Qatar Grand Prix offers another high-intensity desert showdown, complete with its demanding high-speed curves and tyre degradation challenges. The Sprint weekend format adds extra unpredictability: early pace in Practice 1 becomes critically important, followed by a Friday evening Sprint Qualifying that frequently scrambles the expected order.
Saturday’s Sprint Race may influence strategy for the main event, while nighttime qualifying will test drivers’ precision on a rapidly evolving track surface. All eyes remain on McLaren’s Lando Norris, the favourite for the drivers’ championship, as he seeks to strengthen his title position on a circuit that suits McLaren’s aerodynamic efficiency. Sunday’s Grand Prix promises a strategic chess match played at blistering speed.
Supercars Championship, Adelaide Grand Final
Friday 28 November, Race 32, 07:30 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
Saturday 29 November, Race 33, 06:30 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
Sunday 30 November, Race 34, 06:30 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
Formula One, Qatar Grand Prix
Friday 28 November
15:30: Practice 1 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
19:30: Sprint Qualifying – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
Saturday 29 November
16:00: Sprint Race – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
20:00: Qualifying – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
Sunday 30 November
18:00: Grand Prix – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
Variety
A diverse weekend of global sport awaits, beginning with one of South Africa’s most iconic endurance events: the Soweto Marathon. Known as “The People’s Race,” it blends athletic grit with deep cultural resonance as runners navigate historic townships, challenging hills and vibrant community support. Elite athletes will chase fast times, but for thousands of participants the true test lies in conquering a demanding route that celebrates heritage as much as performance.
On the water, SailGP returns with two days of frenetic, high-speed racing in the UAE. National teams will battle aboard F50 foiling catamarans, skimming above the surface at thrilling speeds. With tight courses and aggressive manoeuvres, small errors can have big consequences, making consistency across both days essential for championship ambitions.
In the ring, attention shifts to the Golden Gloves promotion, where South Africa’s Ricardo Malajika meets fellow contender Paras for the IBO World Super Flyweight title. Malajika’s sharp combinations and speed face a stern test against Paras’ pressure-heavy style, promising an absorbing tactical and physical duel with global relevance for the winner.
The Shanghai Marathon follows soon after, offering a flat, fast course that routinely attracts world-class distance runners seeking personal bests. And the weekend closes with WWE Survivor Series: WarGames, featuring dramatic team-based cage warfare—one of WWE’s most explosive annual spectacles.
Road Running: Soweto Marathon
Saturday 29 November, 04:30 – LIVE on SuperSport Africa and SuperSport Maximo 3
Sailing: SailGP, UAE
Saturday 29 November, Day 1, 12:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Action Africa and SuperSport Variety 2
Sunday 30 November, Day 2, 12:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Action Africa and SuperSport Variety 2
Boxing: Golden Gloves: IBO World Super Flyweight: Malajika v Paras
Saturday 29 November, 19:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Action, SuperSport Action Africa and SuperSport Africa 1
Road Running: Shanghai Marathon
Sunday 30 November, 00:30 – LIVE on SuperSport Africa and SuperSport Maximo 3
WWE: Survivor Series: WarGame
Sunday 30 November, 02:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Action, WWE Channel and SuperSport Maximo 2
