JP PIETERSEN

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JP Pietersen hails Sharks 'warriors' after six-try win despite injury blows

Sharks coach JP Pietersen praised his players' resilience after they overcame a string of injuries to down Cardiff 36-21 in their United Rugby Championship clash at Arms Park on Friday night.

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JP Pietersen demands consistency as Sharks welcome back Boks

Sharks head coach JP Pietersen believes last weekend’s hard-fought victory over Lyon has given his side a timely confidence boost ahead of their return to Vodacom United Rugby Championship action.

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JP Pietersen hails Sharks' character after dramatic last-gasp win

JP Pietersen believes the Sharks demonstrated the character and fighting spirit he wants to see from his team after Litehile Bester's last-gasp try secured a dramatic 40-33 victory over Lyon in the EPCR Challenge Cup on Saturday.

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Sharks turn to squad depth for European tour as Jordan Hendrikse returns

The Sharks will begin their overseas campaign with an opportunity to test their squad depth, with JP Pietersen naming a 28-man group for three successive matches in France, Wales and Ireland.

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JP Pietersen left counting the cost after Stormers defeat

Sharks head coach JP Pietersen admitted his side paid a heavy price for costly indiscipline after their first United Rugby Championship defeat of the season.

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JP Pietersen urges Sharks to show 'DNA' against Stormers, highlights key battles

Sharks coach JP Pietersen believes Saturday's United Rugby Championship derby against the Stormers will provide a valuable test of his team's identity, with the aerial battle and forward exchanges expected to play crucial roles at DHL Stadium.

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