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Sharks to go from 'gritty to pretty' in URC clash with Ospreys, says defence coach Joey Mongalo
Sharks defence coach Joey Mongalo is convinced the Sharks are better off for two tough away wins in the UK and will hit their straps against the Ospreys on Friday night.
Etzebeth, Fassi boost for Sharks as they set URC sights on Edinburgh, Ulster
The business end of the United Rugby Championship has arrived and the Sharks have been lifted by the return of a quartet of Springboks.
Grobler back for Sharks' Challenge Cup trip to France but no Etzebeth or Fassi
The Sharks switch their attention from the United Rugby Championship to the Challenge Cup and they have had had mixed fortunes on the injury front for their visit to Lyon.
The Springboks' 5 best tries of 2024: From Cheslin Kolbe's perseverance to lineout tricks
IOL Sport's John Goliath picks five of his personal favourite tries during a year when the Springboks only lost two out of their 13 Test matches.
Sharks sink Exeter Chiefs with sublime tries but discipline woes raise questions in Champions Cup opener
The Sharks began their EPCR Champions Cup campaign with a convincing win over Exeter Chiefs in Durban on Saturday.
Springboks’ Aphelele Fassi not content with just being a ‘weekend special’ after stellar 2024
Aphelele Fassi doesn’t want to go another two years between Springbok caps after enjoying a breakout year in the green and gold.
Fassi the Springbok future as Willie waits in the nervous 90s
Rassie Erasmus has restored nearly all of his big guns to the Springbok team against England, but there is a relatively new face at tighthead prop in Bulls bulldozer Wilco Louw.
Sharks thump Munster in emphatic URC statement
The Sharks delivered an inspired performance from the first whistle with their Springbok-laden outfit which never really allowed Munster into the United Rugby Championship contest.
Aphelele Fassi just wants to ‘play for the pride of the Springboks jersey’
Aphelele Fassi says the competition for a place in the Springboks’ starting line-up will keep everyone sharp to put their best foot forwards ahead of the tour.
Where will ‘Jack of all trades’ Damian Willemse fit in Springboks’ November tour puzzle?
Damian Willemse is a valuable player for the Springboks, especially as they like to go with forward-heavy bench splits, such as a 6-2 or a 7-1.
Sharks haul out Siya Kolisi and the Springboks for Glasgow Warriors URC clash
The Sharks will be for an immediate impact from their Springboks when they face defending champions Glasgow Warriors this weekend.
Rassie’s influence brings healing to our broken nation
“It’s time for Ramaphosa, the GNU, Steenhuisen and all other parties to realise, we need healing in South Africa, such as the likes of Kolisi and Rassie’s Springboks successes, and the tremendous impact it has had on our emotional well-being as a nation of sports lovers. ”
Five Springboks’ starlets who made their mark in the Rugby Championship
IOL Sport’s John Goliath takes a look at some of the rookies who have taken their chances in the Springbok jersey in the Rugby Championship.
Springboks’ Aphelele Fassi on ‘special’ Manie Libbok: ‘It’s great when we’re on the field together’
Springboks fans have witnessed the second-coming of Aphelele Fassi in 2024 after going off the radar over the last few years and missing out on the 2023 Rugby World Cup squad.
Springboks left a few opportunities out there, says Aphelele Fassi after ‘crazy vibe’ in Argentina
Aphelele Fassi scored an immaculate try early in the game to help the Springboks race into a 17-0 lead inside 15 minutes, only for them to implode against Argentina.
The Springboks have plenty room for improvement, says Cheslin Kolbe
The Springboks have won four from four in the competition, as they sit on 18 points.
Springboks suffer Siya Kolisi, Kurt-Lee Arendse blows as Rassie Erasmus looks to tinker again
Siya Kolisi’s face looked badly swollen after Saturday’s gripping encounter against the All Blacks, with Rassie Erasmus suggesting that his skipper may have facial fracture.