SHARKS
Jordan Hendrikse returns as Sharks ring changes for Lyon Challenge Cup opener
The Sharks will give several young players the chance to impress when they open their 2026/27 EPCR Challenge Cup campaign against Lyon in France on Saturday, with Springbok flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse among the key returnees.
Giliomee embraces fresh challenge ahead of Champions Cup debut
Young utility back Luan Giliomee admits adjusting to the Vodacom Bulls’ structures has required some extra effort following his arrival from the Sharks.
Sharks turn to squad depth for European tour as Jordan Hendrikse returns
The Sharks will begin their overseas campaign with an opportunity to test their squad depth, with JP Pietersen naming a 28-man group for three successive matches in France, Wales and Ireland.
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John Dobson surprised by Stormers' scrum dominance in Sharks derby victory
John Dobson believes the Stormers' emphatic 39-22 victory over the Sharks was a reward for correcting their faults, although even he did not anticipate such a commanding scrum performance against a Springbok-laden opposition pack.
JP Pietersen left counting the cost after Stormers defeat
Sharks head coach JP Pietersen admitted his side paid a heavy price for costly indiscipline after their first United Rugby Championship defeat of the season.
Stormers hit back to seal comfortable win against the Sharks at DHL Stadium
The Stormers bounced back from a defeat overseas last week to beat the Sharks 39-22 to record a bonus-point victory in their United Rugby Championship clash at the DHL Stadium.
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