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Sharks' Siya Kolisi's bold decision: A champion with a winning mentality doesn't settle for a draw
Did Siya Kolisi's bold decision cost the Sharks a crucial point in their match against Leinster? Explore the mindset of a champion who never settles for a draw.
Joseph Dweba could be the hooker to ‘shoot the lights out’ for Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has a lot to ponder on when it comes to the hooker position leading up to the 2027 World Cup in Australia, starting with next week’s alignment camp in Cape Town.
Rassie Erasmus sets the record straight about 'icon' Siya Kolisi and the Springboks' captaincy
Rassie Erasmus reaffirms his support for Siya Kolisi as captain of the Springboks, despite the challenges ahead as Kolisi approaches 34.
Depleted Sharks will be no pushovers at Loftus
Vincent Tshituka captains a Sharks team missing several Springboks as they prepare to take on the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld, showcasing a formidable line-up despite injuries.
Couragous Sharks crush Cardiff
Sharks coach John Plumtree asked his squad for a response after their battering in Bordeaux and there was an emphatic delivery in Cardiff where the home team was smashed 42-22.
Jurenzo Julius, Siya Masuku start as Sharks hit by injuries for Battle of Bordeaux
Sharks coach John Plumtree said on Friday that he is at his wits’ end because of the deepening injury crisis ahead of Sunday’s Champions Cup clash against Bordeaux in France.
Key Springboks to watch as Sharks get set for French giants Toulouse
Sharks v Toulouse will be a contest with a strong international flavour when Kings Park plays host to the Durbanites’ final home Champions Cup pool game tomorrow.
We don't want to get caught with our pants around our knees against Antoine Dupont, says Shark's Ox Nche
The 29-year-old Ox Nche said his side will have to be alert to the danger of the explosive Toulouse and France scrumhalf Antoine Dupont.
Etzebeth confirmed for Toulouse blockbuster
Eben Etzebeth’s return boosts the Sharks as they prepare to face Toulouse in a highly anticipated Champions Cup clash, featuring a showdown between world-class players.
Sharks juggle Springboks around ahead of European date with Antoine DuPont's Toulouse
The Sharks are poised to welcome back Springboks Eben Etzebeth and Bongi Mbonambi for their European Champions Cup match against Toulouse.
No rest for the Springboks as Sharks show their teeth for Stormers clash
Siya Kolisi has been picked at No 8 for the match against the Stormers, a position he has played earlier in the season for the Durban side.
Boks seek season-defining dominance over England
The South Africans will look to remain unbeaten on their UK tour when they face the English in London tonight.
Tom Curry ‘wit kant’ incident no longer in Bongi Mbonambi’s head, says Rassie Erasmus
Bongi Mbonambi denied the claims and was exonerated after a World Rugby investigation found that there was no evidence to support Tom Curry’s claims.
England’s Tom Curry to miss Springbok and Bongi Mbonambi grudge match due to injury
England loose forward Tom Curry is out of this weekend’s grudge match against the Springboks and Bongi Mbonambi after a head knock in Saturday’s Test against Australia.
Classy Sharks too good for Munster
The displeasing aspect of the Sharks’ performances over the last fortnight has been the late flurry of scores by opposition that had been outclassed for 70 minutes of the game.
Scrumming is close to my heart, says Stormers’ Neethling Fouche
With their next match looming against Glasgow Warriors, in Stellenbosch on Saturday, the Stormers will hope to build on last week’s 34-19 win against Munster.
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.
‘Dragged through the mud . . . ’ Springboks’ Bongi Mbonambi sympathises with Manie Libbok
In 2016, Bongi Mbonambi copped the most flack after the Springboks’ historic 20-18 defeat to Italy, even though most of his teammates struggled on that fateful November day.
Bongi Mbonambi knows how it feels to have his Springbok name ‘dragged through the mud’
Upholding the Springbok standards and staying in their reality will be crucial for the world champions as they look to seal the Rugby Championship this weekend.
Springboks rest Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu for Argentina tour
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is among seven players who will be rested and not be on the plane for the Springboks’ Rugby Championship tour to Argentina.
He’s back! Springboks captain Siya Kolisi rejoins the Sharks from Racing 92
Siya Kolisi, the double Rugby World Cup-winning flanker made only 18 appearances for Racing due to injuries in the first season of a planned three-year contract.
Kwagga Smith, Grant Williams rescue historic Springbok comeback win over All Blacks
The Springboks mounted a stunning comeback with tries from Kwagga Smith and Grant Williams to seal a memorable triumph over New Zealand in their Rugby Championship clash at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Rassie Erasmus gives the diplomatic answer to Matt Williams’ ‘bomb squad’ rant
The former Scotland and Leinster coach Matt Williams first started taking jabs at the Springboks’ bench selection before and during the Rugby World Cup.
Rassie Erasmus has Handre Pollard, Manie Libbok Springbok flyhalf selection headache
Rassie Erasmus has Handre Pollard, Manie Libbok Springbok flyhalf selection headache
Siya Kolisi back in Springboks squad, but doubts remain about captaincy
In a recent interview, Racing boss Jacky Lorenzetti said Siya Kolisi had gained weight, lost shape and was “transparent” in a their Top 14 playoff defeat against Bordeaux.