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.

Three key points from past weekend

CRAIG LEWIS identifies some of the good, the bad and the ugly to take away from round 11 of Vodacom Super Rugby.

‘Sharks in free fall, playing with fear’

Former Sharks wing Tony Watson has written a scathing open letter to the team’s board following the Durban-based side’s poor run of results.

Bosch at 10 for Sharks

Curwin Bosch will start at flyhalf in one of six changes to the Sharks team to face the Waratahs in Sydney on Saturday.

Time for a rethink at 10 for Sharks

The argument that Robert du Preez should be picked ahead of Curwin Bosch as the Sharks’ flyhalf because of his defensive strengths does not hold up, writes DYLAN JACK.

Five takeaways from past weekend

What we learned from the eighth round of Vodacom Super Rugby, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

Sharks need Bosch at his best

Finding the means to fully harness the enigmatic talent of a player such as Curwin Bosch should be a top priority for SA rugby and the Sharks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Sharks without Fassi for Bulls clash

Sharks fullback Aphelele Fassi will miss their match against the Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday after suffering a concussion last weekend.

Bosch blow for Sharks

Curwin Bosch will not travel with the Sharks for their Vodacom Super Rugby opener against the Sunwolves after suffering a shoulder injury last weekend.

Bosch set for Japanese stint

Sharks and Bok fullback Curwin Bosch will be taking up a short-term deal in Japan for the remainder of the year. CRAIG LEWIS reports.