Emile thriving in Eben’s absence

Emile van Heerden is relishing the added responsibility in the Sharks pack. With veteran Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth unavailable since November due to suspension, Van Heerden has played a key role in the second row. “Pressure might not be the right word. I think it’s...

Sazi set for emotional Stormers milestone

Sazi Sandi’s remarkable journey has brought him to the brink of his 50th Stormers cap, writes LINDIZ VAN ZILLA. The 27-year-old tighthead prop is set to reach the milestone on Saturday night against Edinburgh at Cape Town Stadium. “It’s definitely special,” said...

Dawie: Stormers must fix finishing

Attack coach Dawie Snyman says the Stormers must be more clinical after leaving points out on the park against the Dragons. The Stormers created numerous scoring chances in their 29-21 Vodacom URC win at Cape Town Stadium but poor execution kept the Welsh side in the...

Wiese: Munster to bring massive fight

Cobus Wiese says the Vodacom Bulls must be more desperate and physical than Munster at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. The Bulls bounced back from a disappointing home loss to the Stormers with a 40-7 win against Cardiff last week to retain eighth place on the Vodacom...
Saffas play starring role for Seawolves

Saffas play starring role for Seawolves

Seattle Seawolves coach Allen Clarke says he’s proud of his side for going “toe-to-toe” with the Stormers XXIII in Cape Town on Sunday. While the Seawolves lost 45-14, Clarke praised their “character and resilience” in what was a pre-season friendly for the Major...