Sports News 12:30

BULLETIN SPORTS NEWS 13 May 12:30 pm

Good day, let’s look at the latest sports news and scores:

# We kick off with rugby: Springbok Women’s coach Louis Koen says qualifying for next year’s World Cup in England is a proud moment and very special. South Africa beat Madagascar by 46-17 to defend their title as African champions and seal their spot in the World Cup. Koen says qualifying is a massive boost to all involved players, management, and stakeholders, who walked this journey together:

More rugby news: The All Blacks captain, Sam Cane, has announced he will call time on his international career at the end of the season. The 32-year-old flanker has decided to sign a three-year deal with Japanese side Suntory Sungoliath. He is currently on sabbatical with the Rugby League One side. Cane, who has played 95 Tests, 27 as captain, says putting his family first was the main reason for this decision:

# Cricket: Six teams still have a realistic chance to reach the play-off stage of the Indian Premier League, with only Kolkata Knight Riders already qualifying while Mumbai Indians won’t survive the group phase. Royal Challengers Bengaluru looked down and out a few weeks ago, but five victories in a row propelled them to fifth place in the standings. The other teams vying for the remaining three play-off berths are Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans.

# Golf: Four-time major winner, Rory McIlroy, won the Wells Fargo Championship for the fourth time in his career. The Northern Irishman carded six-under 65 in the final round to beat American Xander Schauffele by five shots at Quail Hollow in Charlotte, to secure his 26th PGA Tour title. South Korea’s An Byeong-hun finished third after a final round 66. McIlroy says his confidence is high heading into the third major of the year, the US PGA Championship at Valhalla:

# And finally, soccer: Arsenal moved back to the top of the Premier League with a one-nil win over Manchester United. Leandro Trossard’s goal was enough to secure the victory and ensure the title race goes to the final day of the season. The Gunners are one point clear of reigning champions Manchester City, having played one game more. Arsenal will host Everton in their final game on Sunday, while City will be at home to West Ham. Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, says winning was necessity:

Stay tuned for more news………….