The Sharks

Lancaster eager to welcome SA teams to Europe

Leinster boss Stuart Lancaster believes the introduction of the ‘heavier’ South African teams to the PRO14 will help the competition’s existing sides to better prepare for big European games.

Watch: Fassi’s rise continues

Sharks fullback Aphelele Fassi again showcased his counter-attacking threat by beating several defenders in this past weekend’s opening match of the Rainbow Cup SA against the Stormers.

Watch: Sharks launch business centre

In a groundbreaking move for a sporting franchise in South Africa, the Sharks launched their Business Centre, which will provide young graduates and small-business entities with a work space and facilities free of charge.

Siya Kolisi of the Sharks during the 2021 Rainbow Cup SA game between the Stormers and the Sharks at Cape Town Stadium on 1 May 2021 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Highlights: Sharks battle back to down Stormers

The Sharks fought back from a 17-point deficit to beat the Stormers in Cape Town, with lock Reniel Hugo scoring a 6-minute hat-trick. Look back at highlights from an eventful opening encounter of the Rainbow Cup SA.

Herbst returns to Sharks

The Sharks have confirmed the signing of prop Wiehahn Herbst, who rejoins the franchise on a short-term deal from the Lions.

Bulls captain Nizaam Carr celebrates / Rainbow Cup

Rainbow Cup off: What next?

With the Rainbow Cup set to be scrapped, it’s up to fans to come up with something to fill the hole in the rugby calendar – what do you think SA Rugby should consider as a replacement?

Bulls wing Stravino Jacobs / Rainbow Cup

Rainbow Cup plans set to be scrapped

South Africa’s involvement in the planned intercontinental Rainbow Cup is set to implode due to a lack of necessary clearances just days away from the scheduled kick-off.

Everitt on Kolisi’s ‘tough’ pre-season with Sharks

Sharks coach Sean Everitt says there is great excitement to see what Siya Kolisi can produce against the Stormers in this Friday’s Rainbow Cup opener.