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What channel is North Carolina vs. VCU on? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch March Madness Round 1 game

Here is a complete guide to watching North Carolina vs. VCU, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the 2026 NCAA Tournament game.

Jordan Hendrikse: Munster return ‘personal’ after quarter-final, Jaden’s wink

Sharks flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse said Munster’s return to Kings Park on Saturday will be “personal” after their URC quarter-final defeat there last year, and his brother’s infamous wink.

The teams’ United Rugby Championship quarter-final was tied at 24-all before scoreless extra time sent them to the URC’s first-ever penalty shootout.

There, Jordan, his brother Jaden, and Bradley Davids nailed their attempts.

After Jaden Hendrikse’s second-round kick, he fell to the ground with a cramp and was treated by medical staff.

It forced Munster kicker Jack Crowley to wait two and a half minutes before taking his kick.

‘That was a genuine cramp’

During the delay, Jaden winked at Crowley from the ground, infuriating the Irishman and leading many to question the gamesmanship of the dubbed ‘winkgate’, apparently used to distract Crowley from the kick.

Once Jaden was moved, Crowley converted his penalty, before angrily approaching Jaden and a Sharks medical team member, delivering a foul-mouthed tirade in their direction, including the words “f**k off”.

Crowley and Conor Murray slotted all their kicks, but Rory Scannell’s second-round miss proved the difference, and the Sharks progressed to the semi-final against the Bulls, which they lost.

Jaden Hendrikse's infamous wink at Jack Crowley during their URC quarter-final penalty shootout
Jaden Hendrikse’s infamous wink at Jack Crowley during their URC quarter-final penalty shootout. Picture: Screenshot

The teams meet again in Durban on Saturday (kick-off 5pm), with Munster just six points off the top of the table, at sixth, and the Sharks six points off a play-off place, at 11th, after defeats to the Lions (34-22) and Bulls (41-12).

Sharks target bonus-point win over Munster

Hendrikse said the Sharks need to win every remaining home game.

“We have all taken personal accountability and we know that we can still make it to the top eight,” he said.

“It was unique to be in [the URC’s first penalty shootout]. But we know that it will be a personal return to Durban for Munster. They haven’t forgotten about the wink and all of that stuff going on, so I know they’ll be up for this game.”

He said his brother would “be fine” if he were targeted, and “that was a genuine cramp.”

“There was a lot of media afterward about the wink… but for us, it is about getting the result. We want five points to move up in the log. This is a vital home game and we know we can’t afford any more mess-ups.”

Hendrikse said he expected a different Munster side under new coach Clayton McMillan, featuring more kicking and variation.

“They’re a team that never shies away from physicality. They always stay in the fight.”

NIT bracket 2026: Full schedule, TV channels, live streams, scores for college basketball tournament

Here is everything you need to know about this year's NIT bracket, including key dates and TV and streaming options for each round.

Kaizer Chiefs Top 3 chase: Three key areas Amakhosi must fix after Durban City win

Despite a narrow 1–0 victory over Durban City, Kaizer Chiefs face a race against time to stabilise their season. We look at the three critical issues co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef must resolve — from defensive inconsistency to a lack of clinical finishing — if Amakhosi are to secure a top-three finish in the Betway Premiership.

Ex-Police ‘magician’ praised for transforming AFC Leopards fortunes

NAIROBI, Kenya, March 18, 2026 – AFC Leopards head coach Fred Ambani believes Tyson Otieno has formed a lethal partnership with Ugandan striker Samuel Ssenyonjo at the apex of the team’s frontline.

Ambani says the creative midfielder has matured into a cornerstone of the side and has developed a telepathic understanding with Ssenyonjo.

“He has done very great for us as a team. He has also found someone who is able to make the runs into the half spaces, allowing him to make those through passes. We are very grateful to have him into the team,” the former Ingwe marksman said.

Otieno joined the ‘Den’ at the start of the 2025/26 season after his unceremonial release from league champions Kenya Police.

The midfield magician struggled to feature for the law enforcers across two seasons after joining from Kariobangi Sharks.

His signing by Leopards was met with scepticism from some quarters who felt that the attacking midfielder does not give his all as much as he should.

However, Ambani says he has always been confident that Otieno would eventually regain his groove and prove to be money-well-spent by the club.

“When I said that Tyson was going to be a very important player for us, many people did not understand me. It is now becoming very clear that he is a very integral player in this team. He is a player who is able to turn the game on its head,” the gaffer explained.

AFC Leopards’ head coach Fred Ambani on the touchline against Nairobi United. PHOTO/WILLIAM MWISHA.

The midfielder was on hand to change the complexion of the match against Nairobi United on Wednesday, threading in a through ball to Ssenyonjo who coolly converted for a 1-0 victory for Leopards.

Ingwe, who were coming from a humiliating 4-1 loss to Mathare United on Saturday, sit second on the Kenya Premier League table with 43 points – seven adrift of their archrivals Gor Mahia.

Commenting on the good day in office, Ambani said it was necessary for the 12-time league champions to avenge their loss over the weekend.

“It was important for us to gain the three points but it was never going to be easy considering the calibre of the team we were up against. Nairobi United are a very good team with a very good coach so we came prepared. We are very thankful for the three points,” he said.

AFC Leopards’ goalkeeper Humphrey Katasi pulls up injured during their match against Nairobi United. PHOTO/WILLIAM MWISHA.

Heading into the weekend fixtures, a source of headache for Ambani will be the injury to goalkeeper Humphrey Katasi who had to come off in the second half.

In his place came James Ssetuba, who was in goal during the Mathare massacre.

Nonetheless, Ambani is proud of the Ugandan and how he picked up from where his compatriot had left off by making a number of crucial saves.

“The goals that he conceded in the last match were not his fault but we felt the need to start with Katasi because maybe Ssetuba’s confidence had been shattered a little bit. However, he came on and did well as you could see he made a number of crucial saves to preserve our lead,” Ambani said.

Ingwe’s next match is a tricky tie against a resurgent Tusker FC on Sunday.

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