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Phepsi: Sharks blessed with quality loose forwards

Sharks star Phepsi Buthelezi says it is fantastic to play among some of the country’s best loose forwards in the Vodacom Super Rugby Unlocked competition.

Cheetahs sweat over Steyn’s fitness

The Cheetahs are hopeful that centre Frans Steyn will be fit and available for their crucial Super Rugby Unlocked match against the Stormers at Newlands on Saturday.

Lions players Courtnall Skosan and Wandisile Simelane celebrate

‘Hurt’ Lions coach calls for more from players

Lions coach Ivan Rooyen says his team needs to learn to string an 80-minute performance together to turn the tide in the wake of their 30-25 loss to the Vodacom Bulls on Saturday.

Stormers bounce back with big win over Griquas

The Stormers scored six unanswered tries to come away with a 39-6 bonus-point win over Griquas in their Super Rugby Unlocked match in Kimberley on Saturday.

Bosch puts boot into Cheetahs

Curwin Bosch kicked 14 points as the Sharks claimed a 19-13 victory over the previously unbeaten Cheetahs at Kings Park on Friday.

Wright finds a home at Sharks

Former Kings scrumhalf Cameron Wright has been named on the Sharks’ bench in a late change to their match 23 for Friday’s Super Rugby Unlocked match against the Cheetahs.

SA Rugby eyes 2021 home Tests

SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has confirmed they are in discussion with World Rugby to gain permission to arrange at least three Tests before the Boks play the Lions next year.

Lions’ Odendaal set for Bulls showdown

The inclusion of Burger Odendaal is the only change to the Lions starting lineup for Saturday’s Vodacom Super Rugby Unlocked clash with the Vodacom Bulls at Ellis Park.

Hougaard confirms possible NFL switch

Former Springbok and Vodacom Bulls flyhalf Derick Hougaard will be trying out for a National Football League contract as a kicker at a scouting in December.