Esterhuizen set for Sharks debut
André Esterhuizen has been included in the Sharks starting lineup in one of seven changes to the side to face the Free State Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
André Esterhuizen has been included in the Sharks starting lineup in one of seven changes to the side to face the Free State Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Wiehan Hay has been ruled out for three weeks after suffering an AC joint injury in the loss to Griquas last weekend.
Francois Brummer kicked a drop goal after the hooter as Griquas beat the Sharks 21-18 at Kings Park on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
The Blue Bulls will look to keep their Currie Cup hopes alive when they clash with the Golden Lions at Loftus on Saturday.
The Sharks have made a number of personnel and positional changes for their encounter with Griquas in Durban on Saturday.
Sharks lock JC Astle has been ruled out for three weeks, while Etienne Oosthuizen remains doubtful for Saturday's match against Griquas in Durban.
Sharks coach Brad Macleod-Henderson says injuries up front helped contribute to their downfall against the Pumas.
The Sharks suffered their first defeat of the Currie Cup season, going down 32-22 to the Pumas in Nelspruit on Friday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.
Western Province will look to cement their place at the top of the Currie Cup log when they travel to Loftus on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.
Sharks flank Jacques Botes will extend his Currie Cup record when he plays in his 150th match against the Pumas in Nelspruit this Friday.