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Giliomee embraces fresh challenge ahead of Champions Cup debut

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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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