Tshituka speaking Sharks language

Vincent Tshituka says he now feels completely at home in Durban and is relishing the chance to lead the Sharks on their Vodacom URC tour of Europe. The 27-year-old flank swapped Joburg for the east coast in 2022 after a long stint with the Lions. “It took me a while...

France ace ruled out of Bok clash

France have suffered another injury setback ahead of their November Tests. Toulon winger Gabin Villiere, who has not played since July because of a finger issue, recently underwent surgery for a groin problem and will not be available for Les Bleus’ end-of-year...

Injury-hit Sharks brace for Glasgow challenge

Coach John Plumtree says the Sharks are well prepared for their three-week European tour, despite missing key players. The Durbanites kick off their Vodacom URC campaign in Glasgow on Friday night, before facing the Newport-based Dragons and defending champions...

Senatla eager to execute ‘beautiful plans’

Seabelo Senatla is keen to put the Stormers’ new ideas into action in their Vodacom URC opener against defending champions Leinster on Friday. The Stormers have the rare opportunity of playing their opening two matches at Cape Town Stadium, and want to make it count...