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Sharks ‘going for gold’ in URC run-in

Werner Kok has emphasised the importance of the Sharks taking maximum points from their last three Vodacom United Rugby Championship matches, starting with Scarlets in Llanelli.

(13608515au) Vincent Koch South Africa Captain's Run, Aviva Stadium, Dublin - 04 Nov 2022

Agent Eben ‘lures’ fellow Bok Koch to Sharks

Vincent Koch said his Test teammate Eben Etzebeth helped convince him to return home and join the Durban-based Sharks.

Vincent Koch of South Africa (c) relaxes on the field Steven Kitshoff of South Africa (L) and Malcolm Marx of South Africa (R) before the 2022 Castle Lager Incoming Series match between South Africa and Wales held at Cape Town Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa on 16 July 2022 ©Shaun Roy/BackpagePix

Sharks announce Koch capture

The Sharks have officially announced the signing of Springbok tighthead Vincent Koch, shortly after it was confirmed that Thomas du Toit would be leaving Durban for Bath.

Epic Griquas’ comeback sinks Sharks

Griquas scored five tries in the second half to recover from an 18-point deficit and overhaul the Sharks for a dramatic Currie Cup victory in Kimberley on Sunday. Trailing 28-10 at the break, Griquas ambushed the Sharks in the second half, scoring 38 points to claim a 48-40 victory. Flyhalf Lubabalo Dobela was perfect from the kicking tee, converting five… Read more →

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 17: Joey Mongalo of the Cell C Sharks during the Cell C Sharks training session at Hollywoodbets Kings Park on March 17, 2023 in Durban, South Africa.

Sharks coach ‘having sleepless nights’ as deadly Griquas await

Sharks Currie Cup head coach Joey Mongalo has admitted that he won’t be sleeping well ahead of the clash with a Griquas outfit boasting plenty of youthful, attacking talent in Kimberley on Sunday.

Cameron Wright of the Cell C Sharks challenges the defence of Ashlon Davids of Tafel Lager Griquas during the 2021 Carling Black Label Currie Cup semi-final between the Sharks and Griquas at Kings Park Stadium in Durban on 4 September 2021

Sharks call in Currie Cup reinforcements

A new-look halfback pair of Cameron Wright and Fred Zeilinga will be expected to use their experienced to guide a reinforced Sharks side in the Currie Cup clash with Griquas in Kimberley on Saturday.

Mapimpi on French radar?

Springbok and Sharks star Makazole Mapimpi is still on the radar of the Top 14 contenders, according to reports in France.

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 23: Fez Mbatha of the Cell C Sharks celebrates scoring a try during the Carling Currie Cup match between Cell C Sharks and Toyota Cheetahs at Hollywoodbets Kings Park on March 23, 2022 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Darren Stewart/Gallo Images)

Sharks coach backs Mbatha to be a Bok

Sharks coach Joey Mongalo says there is still more than enough time for Fez Mbatha to realise his potential and play for the Springboks by the next World Cup.

State of the Currie Cup: Pumas lead the first charge

Defending Currie Cup champions, the Pumas, Western Province, the Cheetahs and Sharks delivered a statement of intent with bonus-point wins in the opening round of the 2023 competition.