Dobbo: Collective effort helped keep Sacha

John Dobson admits the Stormers simply could not afford to let a player of Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s influence slip through their fingers. The Springbok flyhalf has signed a long-term contract extension with the Stormers that will keep him in Cape Town until at...

Lions lock savours second chance

Etienne Oosthuizen is relishing his Lions stint having recovered from a potentially career-ending heart condition. Diagnosed with myocarditis while playing for French club Lyon in 2020, the towering lock was advised to step away from the game and returned to South...

JP: Sharks bench brought energy and impact

Coach JP Pietersen praised his replacements – and scrumhalf Jaden Hendrikse in particular – after the Sharks’ 21-12 Vodacom URC win against the Bulls at Kings Park. The hosts secured just their second victory of the Vodacom URC season with a strong finish. While Johan...

Ackers rues Bulls’ missed chances

Coach Johan Ackermann says the Vodacom Bulls are hurting after a 21-12 Vodacom URC defeat against the Sharks in Durban. In a gripping, tightly contested match at a near-capacity Kings Park, the Bulls dominated large periods, particularly up front, but were unable to...

Dobbo: Sloppiness almost cost Stormers

Coach John Dobson admits the Stormers were fortunate to escape with a 34-27 win over the Lions at Cape Town Stadium. Having trailed 17-10 at half-time, the hosts relied on their bench impact and defensive resolve to claim a bonus-point victory that stretched their...