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Coach happy with Sunwolves’ progress

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Japan's Sunwolves are still seeking a first Super Rugby win but head coach Mark Hammett said their performances had exceeded expectations.

No Pisi for Sunwolves

1 decade ago by Rugby 365

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Sunwolves will be without playmaker Tusi Pisi for their showdown with the Stormers at Newlands on Friday.

Sharks v Lions - four key battles

1 decade ago by Cape Argus - Stormers

This weekend’s Super Rugby derby between the Sharks and Lions in Durban promises to be a thrilling affair. Jacques van der Westhuyzen looks at key battles.

Weekend predictions

1 decade ago by Front Row Grunt

It’s another very manageable seven game weekend with a nice mix of SA games that sees the biggest problem lying with when to light that blimmin fire on Saturday! Tank Lanning The Stormers take on the...

Weekend predictions

1 decade ago by Front Row Grunt

It’s another very manageable seven game weekend with a nice mix of SA games that sees the biggest problem lying with when to light that blimmin fire on Saturday! Tank Lanning The Stormers take on the...

Sharks’ Gold in the spotlight

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Sharks coach Gary Gold will be under the spotlight when his team take on the Lions in Saturday's key Super Rugby clash after he was bitterly criticised for abusing a match official.

Pocock apologises after copping ban

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Wallabies flanker David Pocock has issued an open apology for the foul play that earned him a ban this week, admitting he had let down his team mates.

Front row trickery or plain stupidity?

1 decade ago by Front Row Grunt

Did Cheetahs coach Franco Smith pull a rabbit out the hat by starting his second string props, asks Tank Lanning in his Sport24 column, or did he publicly admit to a dreadful selection? Tank Lanning So...

‘Sanzaar too soft on guilty Gold’

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

The sentiment out of New Zealand is that Sharks coach Gary Gold got off lightly for storming into a TMO’s box and verbally abusing him.

No crisis despite Stormers injuries

1 decade ago by Rugby 365

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Stormers head coach Robbie Fleck believes his side does not face a flyhalf crisis despite a season ending injury to Kurt Coleman, who took over from the injured Robert du Preez.