Pietersen Admits Painful First Defeat
Sharks coach JP Pietersen admits that despite spending many years in rugby and winning the Rugby World Cup as a player, losing his first senior match as a head coach was particularly painful.
Lions Snatch Dramatic URC Win Over Sharks Despite Red Card
JP Pietersen’s winning start as Sharks head coach came to a dramatic end as the Emirates Lions edged the hosts 23–22 in a thrilling United Rugby Championship (URC) clash at Kings Park Stadium on Saturday.
Kolisi To Leave The Sharks At The End Of The Season
The Sharks can confirm that Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will leave the side at the conclusion of the current season to take up an opportunity with the DHL Stormers.
Dobson Chuffed At Kolisi Reunion
DHL Stormers director of rugby John Dobson has expressed his delight at the return of two-time Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, describing his homecoming as a major boost for the Cape Town-based franchise.
Pietersen Praises Young Sharks Front Row After Gritty Win Over Bulls
Hollywoodbets Sharks interim coach JP Pietersen admitted he expected his side to be under pressure at scrum time against the Vodacom Blue Bulls, but praised his young front row for standing up to the challenge.
Sharks Edge Bulls In Gritty URC Derby At Kings Park
It was far from fluent, but the Sharks produced a determined performance to defeat the Bulls 21–12 in a hard-fought Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) clash at Kings Park Stadium in Durban on Saturday.
Pietersen Targets Stormers-Level Performances As Sharks Prepare For Bulls Clash
Sharks interim coach JP Pietersen has expressed his desire to see the Durban-based side perform at a level similar to that of the DHL Stormers, who have enjoyed an impressive start to the season.
JP Keep The Same Side Against Bulls In Durban
Vodacom United Rugby Championship action returns to Hollywoodbets Kings Park on Saturday as the Hollywoodbets Sharks host the Vodacom Bulls in what promises to be yet another fiercely contested local derby between the two rivals.
Ackermann Questions Himself As Bulls Turn To The Sharks
A visibly dejected and distraught Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann lamented his side’s results, injuries, and short-term prospects after a thorough walloping by Northampton Saints 50-5 at Franklin’s Gardens on Sunday.
Pietersen Reflects On Testing Start At The Sharks
Hollywoodbets Sharks interim head coach JP Pietersen has admitted that his first week in charge was a stern test, following his appointment to lead the Durban-based side after the departure of John Plumtree.