Libbok at 15, JP to wing it for Sharks

New recruits Manie Libbok and Werner Kok will both start for the Sharks against the Lions in Durban on Friday, while JP Pietersen has been named on the wing.

Watch: De Villiers, Burger & Krige reminisce about Newlands

Corne Krige joined former teammates Jean de Villiers and Schalk Burger on the latest episode of ‘Use It or Lose It‘ to share memories about their first games at Newlands.

Opta stats and facts: Sharks vs Lions

All the Opta stats and facts for the opening Super Rugby Unlocked match between the Sharks and Lions in Durban on Friday.

Watch: Saracens pay tribute to Barritt

Several former teammates including John Smit, Schalk Brits, Neil de Kock and Billy Vunipola have shared their fondest memories of Saracens stalwart Brad Barritt following his departure from the club.

Bedford: Cheetahs treated as if ‘dispensable’

Former Springbok No 8 Tommy Bedford says SA Rugby’s decision to kick the Cheetahs out of the PRO14 competition is against the spirit of rugby.

Prominent Saffas absent from Covid-hit Sale Sharks team

The three Du Preez brothers and captain Jono Ross are the only South Africans who have been included in the Sale Sharks’ match 23 for their clash with the Worcester Warriors on Wednesday.

Van Rooyen: Odendaal, Kriel can complement Lions

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says they are really excited about what the midfield pair of Dan Kriel and debutant Burger Odendaal could bring against the Sharks on Friday.

Sharks snap up Kings duo Penxe, Bholi

The Sharks have signed Kings pair Yaw Penxe and Thembelani Bholi on short-term deals with immediate effect.

Kolbe’s form rewarded in France

Cheslin Kolbe has been voted the French Top 14 Player of the Month for September following his superb performances for Toulouse.

Bulls to back Hendricks at 12

Cornal Hendricks has hinted that he is likely to continue playing in the Vodacom Bulls midfield when Super Rugby Unlocked gets under way this weekend.