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JP Pietersen urges Sharks to show 'DNA' against Stormers, highlights key battles
Sharks coach JP Pietersen believes Saturday's United Rugby Championship derby against the Stormers will provide a valuable test of his team's identity, with the aerial battle and forward exchanges expected to play crucial roles at DHL Stadium.
Bulls load up on Bok firepower for Lions clash at Loftus
Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has made sweeping changes to his side for Saturday's United Rugby Championship derby against the Lions at Loftus Versfeld, with 10 Springboks included in the match-day 23.
Sharks bolster starting XV with three key Springboks for Stormers clash
The Hollywoodbets Sharks will make their first away trip of the United Rugby Championship season when they face the DHL Stormers at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
Lions name side for Jukskei derby against Bulls as Springbok duo return
The 10bet Lions have named their team for Saturday's short trip across the Jukskei to face the Bulls in Round 3 of the United Rugby Championship at Loftus Versfeld.
Hamstring niggle puts Cronje in doubt for Jukskei derby
10Bet Lions scrum coach Julian Redelinghuys says Erich Cronje is being managed as the medical team assesses his fitness ahead of Saturday's United Rugby Championship (URC) clash against rivals Vodacom Bulls.
Sharks early URC momentum faces Stormers test
Sharks prop Ox Nche says the biggest change he has noticed this season is a stronger sense of belief within the squad, backed by action rather than just talk.
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