Five takeaways from past weekend

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

Watch: Sharks press conference

Sharks coach Robert du Preez addresses the media after their 42-5 bonus-point victory against the Lions at Ellis Park.

Highlights: Lions vs Sharks

Highlights of the Sharks’ 42-5 win against the Lions at Ellis Park.

Beast ‘never dreamed’ of breaking record

Sharks prop Tendai ‘Beast’ Mtawarira says he never thought he would become the most capped South African in Vodacom Super Rugby history.

‘Sharks must improve execution’

Sharks assistant coach David Williams says the team is focused on finishing off their chances against the Lions in Johannesburg on Friday.

Super Rugby preview (Round 8, Part 1)

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the first four Vodacom Super Rugby matches of round eight, which include games involving the Stormers, Lions and Sharks.

Chiliboy’s B-sample returns positive test

The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport has confirmed that Chiliboy Ralepelle’s B-sample has revealed the presence of the banned substance Zeranol. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Terblanche clarifies judicial process

Judicial officer Stefan Terblanche says it’s crucial to understand the sanctioning regulations applied to incidents such as the one involving Schalk Brits and Akker van der Merwe. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Bosch in for Fassi

Curwin Bosch has been named at fullback in one of two changes to the Sharks’ starting lineup to face the Lions at Ellis Park on Friday.

Akker gets slap on the wrist

Sharks hooker Akker van der Merwe has been handed a three-week suspension for punching Schalk Brits at Kings Park on Saturday.