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JP Pietersen backs Sharks to maintain form in the Challenge Cup

Sharks head coach JP Pietersen urged his side to use the momentum they have from the United Rugby Championship in their Challenge Cup clash against Connacht.

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Ill-disciplined Sharks slain by rampant Connacht in Galway

The Sharks were woeful as they went down 44-17 in their United Rugby Championship clash with Connacht in Ireland on Saturday night.

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URC: Bulls survive late wobble to edge Connacht in Galway thriller

The Vodacom Bulls survived a late scare to claim a dramatic 28–27 victory over Connacht in a pulsating United Rugby Championship clash at the Dexcom Stadium in Galway on Friday night.

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URC: Lions snap losing streak to beat Connacht and keep slim hopes alive

The Lions snapped a five-match winless streak after beating Connacht 26-7 in their United Rugby Championship clash at Ellis Park on Saturday.

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Lions looking to make big step up against Connacht

Lions assistant coach Julian Redelinghuys says the players don’t need extra motivation as they prepare to host Connacht in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.

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By the numbers: How Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu dominated against Connacht

Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has hit the ground running since returning from injury last month, but he was utterly jaw-dropping in the Stormers' win over Connacht on Saturday.