Throwback Thursday: Sharks-Saders at Twickenham

Ahead of the clash between the Sharks and Crusaders on Friday, we take a look back at the historic encounter between the two sides that took place at Twickenham in 2011.

Super Rugby teams (Round 12)

This weekend’s Vodacom Super Rugby teams as they are announced.

Crusaders mix and match for Sharks

Coach Scott Robertson has made some interesting selections in the second row, at flyhalf and at inside centre for the Crusaders’ next clash against the Sharks.

Whitelock extends NZ contract

All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has signed a four-year extension that will see him stay in New Zealand after a Japanese sabbatical.

Sharks pick Du Toit at loosehead

Thomas du Toit replaces the injured Tendai Mtawarira in one of four changes to the Sharks’ starting lineup against the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday.

Mtawarira blow for Sharks

The Sharks will be without the services of Tendai Mtawarira for the rest of their tour after the prop returned to Durban with a knee injury.

Du Preez’s Sharks face moment of truth

Sharks coach Rob du Preez Snr has to back form flyhalf Curwin Bosch for the ultimate challenge against the Crusaders in Christchurch, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Watch: Super Rugby try of the week (Round 11)

Crusaders wing Sevu Reece bumped Kwagga Smith into next week before scoring Sanzaar’s Vodacom Super Rugby try of the week for round 11.

Saffas need to dent Crusaders aura

The next three weeks will reveal whether any of the South African teams have what it takes to beat the Crusaders and challenge for the Vodacom Super Rugby title, writes JON CARDINELLI.

WATCH: Kwagga bounced by Saders wing

Lions No 8 Kwagga Smith was sent flying through the air in a collision with Crusaders wing Sevu Reece, who scored a stunning try in Friday’s clash.