Sharks qualify, Bulls out
The Sharks claimed an unconvincing 40-29 win against the Sunwolves in Durban on Friday to book their place in the Super Rugby quarter-finals. JON CARDINELLI reports.
The Sharks claimed an unconvincing 40-29 win against the Sunwolves in Durban on Friday to book their place in the Super Rugby quarter-finals. JON CARDINELLI reports.
The Sharks were guilty of too many handling and kicking mistakes in their battle against the Sunwolves, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.
The Sharks will be looking for the win rather than the bonus point when they host the Sunwolves in a crucial match at Kings Park on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Pat Lambie has been rushed into the Sharks' match 23 for Friday's game in order to be eligible for the playoffs a week later.
JP Pietersen will captain a Sharks side that shows six changes for Friday's encounter with the Sunwolves in Durban.
Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold has confirmed that Willie le Roux will miss Friday’s clash with the Sunwolves due to injury, while captain Beast Mtawarira will be rested, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Pat Lambie is looking unlikely to make his return to action in the Sharks' clash with the Sunwolves this Friday.
The hosts took a big step towards the playoffs with a 26-10 win at Kings Park.
The Sharks regained their wildcard qualifying position with an important 26-10 win over the Cheetahs at Kings Park on Saturday night. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
The Sharks need to produce an improved defensive performance against a Cheetahs side that will have nothing to lose in Durban on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.