Sharks lose banned Mapimpi for three SA derbies
The Sharks have been hampered in their race for a top-two finish in the Vodacom URC by the suspension of Springbok finisher Makazole Mapimpi.
State of the URC: SA giants collide in Cape Town
Can the Stormers dazzle without Manie Libbok? Will Elrigh Louw’s absence take the sting out of the Bulls pack? Questions to be answered in Cape Town on Saturday!
Louw yet to go under the knife
Vodacom Bulls loose forward Elrigh Louw and Stormers flyhalf Manie Libbok’s long-term injury prognoses have yet to be determined.
State of the URC: Bulls, Sharks climb log
The Bulls and Sharks kept their hopes of a top-two log finish alive with crucial @Vodacom #URC away wins on Saturday.
Sharks closing out game pleases Plum
Coach John Plumtree praised his “impact players” after the Sharks’ 42-22 win against Cardiff at the Arms Park on Saturday.
SA franchises to get travel relief
From next season, South Africa’s franchise players will no longer have to cram into economy class when travelling to and from Europe.
Sharks bounce back in Cardiff
Bongi Mbonambi scored two tries in the Sharks’ bonus-point win against Cardiff at the Arms Park on Saturday.
Boeta at 10 for Bulls, Bok duo on bench
Boeta Chamberlain will start at flyhalf for the Vodacom Bulls in the Vodacom URC derby against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Tappe: TMO try reviews add to the theatre
Vodacom URC head of referees Tappe Henning believes it is necessary for the TMO to check every try after it has been scored.
Bulls’ pacemen keep Petersen sharp
Vodacom Bulls wing Sergeal Petersen says he’s loving life in Pretoria despite limited playing opportunities.
