South Africa, Aug. 21 -- The Buccaneers had become a finely tuned outfit "cup specialist" under Riveiro, a system that balanced consistency with winning momentum.

Disruption

Yet almost immediately, Ouaddou attempted sweeping changes. The results were predictable: disruption, instability, and a poor start to the season.

This episode on the football pitch is more than a sports story. It is a warning for any boardroom. Leadership transitions are delicate moments in the life of an organisation. Done hastily or without respect for what has been built, they can undo years of progress in a matter of weeks. The Pirates' stumble mirrors the risks that companies take when they install a new leader who rushes to impose a fresh philosophy without ...