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Sharks v Stormers - talking points

8 years ago by iol.co.za

Rugby writer Jacques van der Westhuyzen highlights the key factors that contributed to a tight win for the Sharks.

Blitzboks face Fiji in semi-final

8 years ago by iol.co.za

The Springbok Sevens will have a chance to go back to the top of the World Series log when they face Fiji in the Canada Sevens Cup semi-final in Vancouver on Sunday.

Sharks coach wary of ‘Fleck factor’

8 years ago by iol.co.za

It has been something of a mutual admiration society between the coaches of the Sharks and Stormers this week.

Rebels battle past gritty Reds

8 years ago by iol.co.za

Flyhalf Jack Debreczeni kicked 20 points as the Melbourne Rebels held off the Queensland Reds to win their Australian Super Rugby derby 25-23.

Sharks sink Stormers

8 years ago by iol.co.za

The Sharks caused a huge upset by pulling off a hard-fought 18-13 victory over the Stormers at Newlands.

Stormers lured by Shark bait

8 years ago by iol.co.za

The Sharks came for a brawl, and the Stormers fell for it. And then JP Pietersen landed the knockout blow to put Joe Pietersen over and win the battle on points.

Fleck wants Zas to get more ball

8 years ago by iol.co.za

The Stormers have a speedster at left wing who has quietly caught the eye in his first two Super Rugby outings.

Cheetahs scrape past Sunwolves

8 years ago by iol.co.za

The Cheetahs proved too hot to handle for the Sunwolves as the Japanese newcomers were edged out 32-31in their Super Rugby encounter.

Blitzbokke lose Kankowski for Vancouver

8 years ago by iol.co.za

Cecil Afrika and Ruhan Nel have recovered from minor niggles to be fit for the Blitzbokke, but Ryan Kankowski has failed to prove his fitness.

Hat-trick of overseas wins in Lions’ sights

8 years ago by iol.co.za

There can be only one winner and the Highlanders pose a big threat to Whiteley and Co, but it’s certainly not all doom and gloom, writes Jacques van der Westhuyzen.