JP poised for permanent Sharks job

JP Pietersen is expected to be appointed Sharks head coach on a permanent basis, while John Plumtree could play a consulting role. According to Rapport, an announcement on the Sharks coaching structure is understood to be imminent, with owner Marco Masotti in Durban...

Former Bulls No 10 set to replace Goosen

The Vodacom Bulls are moving closer to securing a replacement for retired flyhalf Johan Goosen. According to Rapport, the Bulls are in discussions with the Dragons over a possible move that would see Tinus de Beer return to Loftus Versfeld from Wales. The 30-year-old,...

Lions stalwart to swap Joburg for Durban?

After eight seasons in the Lions jersey, one of Ellis Park’s most loyal servants has reportedly decided it’s time for a fresh start. According to Rapport, Gianni Lombard will swap Joburg for Durban later this year, with the 28-year-old set to join the Sharks in a move...

Rassie right to flag Bok concern

Rassie Erasmus’ comments on the Springboks’ lock depth are not accidental, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for the Sunday Times, Keohane says Erasmus has deliberately gone public about their second-row stocks because it is the one position where reinforcement is required...

JP: ‘Brutal’ Sharks showed killer instinct

Sharks coach JP Pietersen was pleased with his side’s conversion rate inside the Stormers’ 22 at Kings Park on Saturday. The KwaZulu-Natalians ran in five tries in a 36-24 Vodacom URC win that lifted them from 11th to eighth on the log and consigned the Stormers to a...