Free State slay understrength Sharks
The Free State Cheetahs began the defence of their Currie Cup crown with a 47-12 bonus-point win against the Sharks in Bloemfontein on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Sharks coach on Bosch selection
Robert du Preez explains why he has picked Curwin Bosch at flyhalf ahead of Garth April.
Preview: Lions vs Sharks
A clinical and composed approach from the Lions should see them secure a comfortable win over the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday to progress to a second successive home semi-final, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Bosch back at 10 for Sharks
Curwin Bosch will return to the flyhalf berth when the Sharks take on the Lions in Saturday's quarter-final at Ellis Park.
Currie Cup preview (Round 1)
Free State will field their Super Rugby side in Friday's opening Currie Cup match against the Sharks in Bloemfontein, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Super Rugby predictions (Quarter-finals)
Craig Lewis makes his predictions for this weekend's Super Rugby quarter-finals.
Sharks to lift intensity
Powerful prop Thomas du Toit says the Sharks will look to produce a well-structured, high-intensity performance in Saturday’s quarter-final against the Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Lions to lean on set piece
The Lions' exceptional first-phase stats bode well for the coming clash against the Sharks as well as the possible later match-ups against the Hurricanes and Crusaders, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Daniel to skipper youthful Sharks
Veteran flank Keegan Daniel will lead a new-look Sharks side in their Currie Cup opener against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Friday.
Du Preez: Sharks were ‘beaten up’
Coach Robert du Preez has expressed his disappointment at the Sharks' lack of 'effort' against the Lions last Saturday.
