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John Plumtree

"I don't like losing," says Sharks coach John Plumtree

After going down to Connacht at the weekend, the Sharks have lost all five of their URC clashes this season.

JJ Hanrahan

JJ Hanrahan kicks Connacht to impressive win over Sharks

Fly-half JJ Hanrahan's second-half penalty edged Connacht to an outstanding 13-12 United Rugby Championship victory over the Sharks in Durban.

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Stormers hold off tenacious Connacht to reach second-straight URC final

The Stormers overcame a nervy start to beat a spirited Connacht outfit 43-25 and book their place in yet another United Rugby Championship final.

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Stormers lose Deon Fourie and Marvin Orie for URC semi-final

The Stormers have been forced into making two changes for Saturday's United Rugby Championship semi-final against Connacht due to injuries in the squad.

Hacjivah Dayimani

Dayimani relishing home crowd advantage ahead of URC semifinal

Forward Hacjivah Dayimani is eager to impress in front of the Stormers faithful when they run out against Connacht for their URC semifinal on Saturday in Cape Town.  

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Stormers admit Cape Town Stadium pitch is approaching its end

Stormers assistant coach Dawie Snyman doesn't think the Cape Town Stadium pitch will be a massive factor against Connacht this week, but does concede that "it's on its last legs".

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