JP: Right time to back Jordan at 10

Interim Sharks coach JP Pietersen has explained Jordan Hendrikse’s selection at flyhalf for Saturday’s Vodacom URC clash against the Bulls. Hendrikse takes the No 10 jersey from George Whitehead in one of two changes to the starting lineup that beat Saracens in the...

Hybrid hero helps Sharks bite back

Andre Esterhuizen is hoping the Sharks have turned the corner as they head into Saturday’s huge Vodacom URC derby against the Bulls in Durban. The Sharks won just one of their first seven matches in all competitions this season, but their fortunes changed last weekend...
Sharks tweak team for Bulls battle

Sharks tweak team for Bulls battle

Coach JP Pietersen has made two changes to the Sharks starting XV for Saturday’s Vodacom URC match against the Bulls at Kings Park. Jordan Hendrikse starts at flyhalf with George Whitehead moving to the bench, while Hakeem Kunene replaces Aphelele Fassi, who left the...

Watch: Rassie feels Dezemba vibes

Rassie Erasmus dances to “Sister Bethina” during the December break.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Johan Erasmus (@rasrugby) The post Watch: Rassie feels Dezemba vibes appeared first on SA Rugby...

‘Tackle trial to be confusing as hell’

Former All Blacks fullback Israel Dagg has questioned World Rugby’s decision to lower the tackle height for the 2026 World Rugby U20 Championship. The global body confirmed this week that the tournament will be played under a reduced tackle height law, with contact...