Super Rugby preview (Round 7, Part 2)

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the final three Vodacom Super Rugby matches in round seven, including the big derby between the Sharks and Vodacom Bulls in Durban.

Etzebeth back for Stormers

The Stormers have made six changes to their starting lineup for Saturday’s match against the Blues in Auckland.

Sonny Bill returns for Blues

Otere Black will start at flyhalf when the Blues host the Stormers in Auckland this Saturday, while Sonny Bill Williams returns to the bench.

Pollard: No extra pressure on Bulls

Handré Pollard says the Vodacom Bulls won’t need to use last week’s loss against the Chiefs as motivation when they face the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

Brown blames SA for Sunwolves axing

Sunwolves coach Tony Brown says the decision to drop the franchise from Vodacom Super Rugby was influenced by South Africa seeking revenge for losing the 2023 World Cup hosting rights.

Stassen to stay in France

Former Vodacom Bulls forward Hendré Stassen has signed a contract extension to remain with French club Stade Français.

Watch: Bulls press conference

Vodacom Bulls coach Pote Human and captain Handré Pollard address the media ahead of their clash against the Sharks at Kings Park on Saturday.

Sharks have a score to settle

The Sharks will be looking to overturn an eight-match winless run against the Vodacom Bulls in Saturday’s clash at Kings Park, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Soyizwapi to lead Blitzboks

Siviwe Soyizwapi will captain the Blitzboks at the Hong Kong Sevens in the absence of the injured Philip Snyman next weekend.

Papier, Snyman start for Bulls

Embrose Papier and Eli Snyman will return to the Vodacom Bulls starting lineup for their clash against the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.