How drama unfolded before Sharks-Bulls clash

The Bulls’ call to turn down the Sharks’ request to field two of their Springbok props caused huge drama in the lead-up to the Rainbow Cup fixture between the two teams on Saturday.

Bongi reveals off-field reason for Sharks move

Bongi Mbonambi has revealed one of the main reasons he joined the Sharks was because he felt he’d be ’empowered for life after rugby’.

Blues down Force to seal home final

No 8 Hoskins Sotutu scored two tries as the Blues beat the Force on Saturday to secure a Trans-Tasman home final against the Highlanders next week.

Kriel lauds longevity of Steyn duo: They set the standards

Jesse Kriel has praised the impact of veterans Morne and Frans Steyn in the current Springbok squad.

Watch: The most bizarre finish to a rugby match?

Look back at the chaotic scenes that ultimately led to Leicester captain Tom Youngs being stood down for the final Premiership match of the season after he was charged with disrespecting referee Ian Tempest following the controversial loss to Bristol Bears.

Sharks expect Coetzee to be extra motivated

Sharks coach Sean Everitt has admitted that Marcell Coetzee’s return to Kings Park as a Bulls player will be a weird experience.

White confident Duane ‘will feature’ for Boks

Bulls boss Jake White is adamant that the injured Duane Vermeulen will recover in time to play a role for the Springboks against the British & Irish Lions.

Coetzee to lead Bulls into battle from No 8

Jake White has named Marcell Coetzee as Bulls captain for their last Rainbow Cup SA encounter with the Sharks at Kings Park in Durban on Saturday.

Shimlas centre Bolton signs for Connacht

Shimlas and Cheetahs U21 centre Shayne Bolton, who is Irish-qualified, has signed for Connacht Rugby ahead of the 2021-22 season.

Sharks welcome back Bok trio

The Sharks will welcome back a bunch of their top players for their last-round Rainbow Cup SA fixture against the Bulls in Durban on Saturday.