
Sharks punish wasteful Bulls
The Sharks began their quest for Currie Cup honours with a 26-10 win victory over the Blue Bulls in Durban on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
The Sharks began their quest for Currie Cup honours with a 26-10 win victory over the Blue Bulls in Durban on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Jean-Luc du Preez is set to undergo surgery on a long-standing groin injury and will be out of action for several weeks.
The Golden Lions, Sharks and Western Province kick off their campaigns this week, but all eyes will be on the Blue Bulls to see if they can replicate last weekend’s clinical performance. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
The Sharks have included six Springboks in their starting lineup for Saturday’s match against the Blue Bulls at Kings Park.
Sharks coach Robert du Preez is looking forward to seeing some of their younger players come through in the Currie Cup this season.
The Sharks capped off their preparations for the Currie Cup with a 19-17 win against Bordeaux in Durban on Friday.
Springbok hooker Akker van der Merwe has been named on the Sharks’ bench for this Friday’s inaugural ‘Durban Challenge’ clash against Bordeaux.
Sharks hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle will captain the side during the 2018 Currie Cup season.
Former England and Harlequins No 8 Nick Easter is set to join the Sharks coaching setup for the duration of their Currie Cup campaign.
Paarl Boys’ High No 8 Evan Roos and Paul Roos tighthead Hanru Jacobs are among a host of young talent to sign for the Sharks for next year.