She Cranes, South Africa set for high-stakes pre-Commonwealth showdown
It is the ultimate African netball rivalry, and it is coming to a court before the Commonwealth Games.
South Africa has confirmed that the Spar Proteas will face Uganda’s She Cranes in a high-profile series of warm-up matches, serving as the final crucible for both nations ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
While friendly matches are traditionally treated as quiet experimentation grounds, this fixture carries a distinct edge.
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See how it worksThe last time these two African giants crossed paths on the Commonwealth stage in Birmingham, the She Cranes executed a stunning 54-48 upset, dethroning South Africa to claim a historic fifth-place finish and the crown of Africa’s top-ranked netball nation.
