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Sharks look to reset standards ahead of Loftus derby

Sharks winger Edwill van der Merwe says the side has taken a hard look at their discipline and decision-making after last weekend’s derby defeat to the Lions, as they turn their attention to Saturday’s clash at Loftus Versfeld.

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Marcell Coetzee: Boland scare sharpened Bulls for must-win Sharks derby

Bulls captain Marcell Coetzee believe a bruising friendly in Wellington has sharpened them perfectly for Saturday's pivotal United Rugby Championship derby against the Sharks at Loftus Versfeld.

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Ireland monitor James Lowe fitness as 11 players return to URC duty

Ireland are awaiting further assessments on star winger James Lowe, who is recovering from a groin injury sustained during their recent win over England.

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Stormers looking to regain URC momentum against the Lions

Scrumhalf Stefan Ungerer revealed the Stormers have worked hard to fix what went wrong against the Sharks and are eager to get back to winning ways in the United Rugby Championship.

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Former Bulls boss Jake White in the running for Benetton head coach role

Former Springbok and Bulls coach Jake White has reportedly emerged as a candidate for a head coach role at Italian United Rugby Championship club Benetton.

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Stormers bolstered by returning leaders ahead of Highveld tests

The Stormers have been boosted by the return of several senior players ahead of Saturday's United Rugby Championship clash against the Lions at Ellis Park.

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