Nyakane: It’s personal for me
Trevor Nyakane is cracking his knuckles in anticipation of a “massive challenge” when the Sharks engage with the Bulls’ heavyweight set piece at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
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Trevor Nyakane is cracking his knuckles in anticipation of a “massive challenge” when the Sharks engage with the Bulls’ heavyweight set piece at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
The likes of Vincent Tshituka and Bongi Mbonambi hit the gym and training field with gusto in preparation for the Sharks’ three upcoming Vodacom URC derbies in a row.
The Sharks have provided an update on nine injured players on a list that includes surgery to two Springboks and concerns over two more world champions.
The Sharks have been hampered in their race for a top-two finish in the Vodacom URC by the suspension of Springbok finisher Makazole Mapimpi.
Aphelele Fassi talks about his ankle injury at the end of 2024, and the hard work that the Springbok and Sharks fullback is putting in behind the scenes to return to play.
Vincent Tshituka bumps off teammate Jordan Hendrikse, then storms upfield before unleashing Yaw Penxe for the Sharks’ sixth try against Cardiff at the Arms Park. @Vodacom #URC
Coach John Plumtree praised his “impact players” after the Sharks’ 42-22 win against Cardiff at the Arms Park on Saturday.
From next season, South Africa’s franchise players will no longer have to cram into economy class when travelling to and from Europe.
Edwill van der Merwe is reportedly a top target for the Sharks as the Springbok and Lions flyer weighs up his options at Ellis Park.
Bongi Mbonambi scored two tries in the Sharks’ bonus-point win against Cardiff at the Arms Park on Saturday.