Sharks coach expects Pumas backlash

Sharks coach Robert du Preez is wary of the Pumas’ threat ahead of their Currie Cup clash in Durban on Friday.

Van Rooyen excited about Bhasera

Golden Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen is looking forward to young tighthead prop Stephen Bhasera’s debut against Free State at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Currie Cup preview (Round 4)

The Golden Lions and Sharks will be looking to take advantage of some favourable fixtures, as well as Western Province’s bye, in the fourth round of the Currie Cup, writes DYLAN JACK.

Sage set to make Blue Bulls debut

Blitzboks star Dylan Sage has been named on the bench for the Blue Bulls match against Griquas in Kimberley on Saturday.

Mahuza at fullback for Lions

Sylvian Mahuza has shifted from wing to fullback in one of three changes to the Golden Lions’ starting XV to face Free State in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Solitary change for Free State

Coach Daan Human has made one change to the Free State Cheetahs’ lineup for Saturday’s match against the Golden Lions at Ellis Park.

Superbru: Springboks or Wallabies?

The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru picks for this weekend’s Rugby Championship, Pro14 and Currie Cup games.

Fassi, Stringer start for Sharks

Sharks coach Robert du Preez has made two changes to his starting XV to face the Pumas in Durban on Friday.

Pumas tinker team

Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has made three changes to his starting XV to face the Sharks in Durban on Friday.

Brandt back for Griquas

Enver Brandt will start in one of four changes to Griquas’ starting XV for Saturday’s clash against the Blue Bulls in Kimberley.