SA Franchises Face New Challenge
Three of South Africa’s franchises face a new test of their strength as they embark on the playoff rounds of the EPCR Challenge Cup this weekend.
French Masterclass Shows SA What To aspire To In Champions Cup
A thrilling final round of the Pool phase of the Investec Champions Cup provided a demonstration of both why the South African teams should aspire to be in the competition and also what they need to do if they are ever to compete for the most coveted trophy in club rugby.
Plumtree Livid By Injury Crisis
Sharks coach John Plumtree has admitted that it has been a crazy season for him due to the numerous injuries suffered by players each week.
France’s Penaud Dominates As Bordeaux-Begles Rout Sharks
Damian Penaud delivered a breathtaking performance, scoring six tries as Union Bordeaux-Bègles dismantled the Sharks 66-12 in a dominant display at Stade Chaban-Delmas in the Investec Champions Cup on Sunday.
Kolisi To Lead The Ravaged Sharks Against Eagles
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi once again leads the Hollywoodbets Sharks this weekend when they play their final Investec Champions Cup pool game against Bordeaux Begles at the Stade Chaban-Delmas in France. Hollywoodbets Sharks head coach John Plumtree has once again had to rejig his team following a frustrating run of injuries, having lost Vincent Koch, […]
Make-or-Break As SA Teams Hunt Playoffs In Europe
It will be a case of sink or swim for the five South African franchises participating in the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup competitions this weekend as the pool stage reaches a close with the first playoff round, which will play out in April, moving into view.
Stormers Confirm Springbok Scrumhalf Capture
The Stormers have confirmed that Springboks scrumhalf Cobus Reinach will join the franchise in the 2024/25 season from Montpellier Hérault Rugby.
Sharks Coach Acknowledges Dupont’s Threat After Toulouse Victory
Sharks coach John Plumtree acknowledged the significant threat posed by Antoine Dupont in their Investec Champions Cup clash against Stade Toulousain at Kings Park Stadium on Saturday.
Toulouse Dominate Sharks In Champions Cup Clash In Durban
Toulouse showcased their dominance as the reigning champions, comfortably defeating the Sharks 20-8 in a lackluster Investec Champions Cup encounter at Kings Park Stadium on Saturday.
Sharks To Face Dupont’s Side Without Four Boks Players
The Sharks will be without four Springboks players when they host Investec Champions Cup title-holders Toulouse at Hollywoodbets Kings Park on Saturday.