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Bulls centre Stedman Gans celebrates Marcell Coetzee's try against the Lions

Highlights: Derby delight for Bulls, Stormers

The Vodacom Bulls did the Jukskei derby double over the Lions before the DHL Stormers inflicted more misery on the Sharks in Saturday’s @Vodacom #URC clashes.

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Steely Stormers overcome Sharks

The DHL Stormers held on to deny the resurgent Sharks in Durban on Saturday and extend their streak against SA rivals.

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - MAY 25: Scrum general view during the SuperSport Rugby Challenge match between Cell C Sharks XV and Border Bulldogs at Jonsson Kings Park Stadium on May 25, 2019 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Darren Stewart/Gallo Images)

Sharks secure Border, Pumas partnership

The Sharks have reportedly finalised a strategic deal with Border and the Pumas, aiming to bring financial stability and support to its fellow South African rugby unions.

LIVE: Sharks vs Stormers

Follow the live action as the Sharks host the DHL Stormers at Kings Park. @Vodacom #URC #SHAvSTO

Sharks get Bok boost for Stormers duel

Bongi Mbonambi is among the returning stars who will feature for the Sharks against the DHL Stormers in the coastal derby at Kings Park on Saturday.

Hacjivah Dayimani of the Stormers runs at Jaden Hendrikse of the Sharks during the 2023 United Rugby Championship game between the Stormers and Sharks at Cape Town Stadium on 30 December 2023 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Sharks wary of high-speed Stormers clash

John Plumtree is prepping the Sharks for “a lot of heat” on attack and defence from the DHL Stormers on Saturday, as his rival John Dobson expects plenty of physicality.

Springbok teammates Damian Willemse of the Stormers and Willie le Roux of the Bulls embrace after the 2023 United Rugby Championship game between the Stormers and Bulls at Cape Town Stadium on 23 December 2023 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Half-term URC report on SA teams

The Vodacom URC returns this week with all 16 teams having played the first nine of their 18 regular season matches. How have the four sides from the Republic fared so far?

Emile van Heerden of the Sharks is tackled by Sti Sithole and Adre Smith of the Stormers during the 2023 United Rugby Championship game between the Stormers and Sharks at Cape Town Stadium on 30 December 2023 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Stormers ready for Sharks ‘revenge’

Loosehead prop Sti Sithole said the DHL Stormers pack is primed to lock horns with the Sharks in Durban on Saturday, in what they expect will be a grudge match.

European Rugby Challenge Cup Round 1, Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban, South Africa 9/12/2023 Hollywoodbets Sharks vs Section Paloise Lukhanyo Am of the Hollywoodbets Sharks on his way to scoring Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Steve Haag Sports/Steve Haag

Am: Sharks ready to kick-start URC season

Lukhanyo Am believes the Sharks are ready to kick-start their @Vodacom #URC campaign as they prepare to host the DHL Stormers in Saturday’s big derby clash.

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - JANUARY 11: Eben Etzebeth of the Hollywoodbets Sharks during the Hollywoodbets Sharks training session at Hollywoodbets Kings Park Stadium on January 11, 2024 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images)

Etzebeth goes under the knife

Sharks coach John Plumtree has revealed that Eben Etzebeth has undergone knee surgery, which is expected to sideline the Springbok enforcer for several weeks.