Plum tips Phepsi as the next Kolisi
John Plumtree believes Phepsi Buthelezi could develop into a No 6 in the mould of Siya Kolisi, after selecting the versatile Sharks forward at openside flanker against Scarlets.
John Plumtree believes Phepsi Buthelezi could develop into a No 6 in the mould of Siya Kolisi, after selecting the versatile Sharks forward at openside flanker against Scarlets.
There will be a very special father and son reunion in the Vodacom URC this weekend as John and Taine Plumtree find themselves in opposing camps.
Sharks coach John Plumtree has challenged the players chosen to face the Glasgow Warriors on Friday to put pressure on him for a place in the Challenge Cup team lineup.
John Plumtree is delighted for Sharks fans who have something to celebrate following a historic win that secured their team a place in the Challenge Cup semi-finals for the first time.
Sharks head coach John Plumtree is champing at the bit for the return of Edinburgh to Durban, where the teams lock horns in the Challenge Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.
Sharks head coach John Plumtree has praised Aphelele Fassi’s attacking skills while arguing that the star fullback’s defence is also improving.
John Plumtree said Saturday’s clash against Edinburgh is the ideal opportunity for a full-strength Sharks side to click as a unit before tackling Zebre Parma in the Challenge Cup.
John Smit compared the Sharks to a sports car without a gearbox while sternly assessing their struggling @Vodacom #URC campaign.
John Plumtree expressed his delight at being able to name the “strongest Sharks team” since his return to Durban, featuring seven fit World Cup winners against Ulster on Saturday.
Head coach John Plumtree rued the “frustrating performance” from the Sharks against the Lions as they remain rooted to the bottom of the standings in the Vodacom URC.