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.
Two-time World Cup winner Lukhanyo Am will lead a Springbok-laden Sharks lineup against Scarlets in Wales on Friday night.
Sharks loose forward Phepsi Buthelezi has insisted that beating Scarlets on Friday night is just as important as next week’s historic Challenge Cup clash in London.
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.
Former Sharks flanker Henco Venter has been deployed against his former team when they arrive in Glasgow to battle the Warriors on Friday night.
Francois Venter will captain a new-look Sharks lineup against the Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun Stadium in the Vodacom URC on Friday night.
Eben Etzebeth doesn’t mince his words as members of the Sharks team reflect on a rollercoaster season for the coastal franchise.
With one eye on a historic Challenge Cup clash, assistant coach Dave Williams said the Sharks want to maintain momentum against the Glasgow Warriors on Friday.
Sharks scrumhalf Grant Williams carves apart the likes of Ulster, Dragons and the Vodacom Bulls in this impressive compilation of speed and sensational footwork.
The Sharks will make Challenge Cup history in May when they host Clermont Auvergne in the semi-finals of the EPCR competition in London.