JP PIETERSEN

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Resurgent Sharks look for creative solutions to loose forward injury crisis

Sharks interim coach JP Pietersen will have to dig deep into his loose forward stocks or be innovative after several key players were injured on Saturday.

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Sharks rue missed away opportunities after Champions Cup exit

Sharks interim coach JP Pietersen admits their early exit from the Investec Champions Cup has once again underlined how costly away results can be in Europe’s elite competition.

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JP Pietersen praises ruthless Sharks after 50-point statement victory

Interim coach JP Pietersen was one happy man after the Sharks were ruthless in their 50-12 victory over Clermont in Durban on Saturday.

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Former Springbok backing JP Pietersen to keep Sharks coaching gig

Interim Sharks coach JP Pietersen deserves the head coach role at the franchise, according to former Springbok Adrian Jacobs.

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Sharks coach JP Pietersen proud despite missed opportunities in Lions loss

Interim Sharks coach JP Pietersen is proud of his charges despite missing opportunities in their narrow loss to the Lions in their United Rugby Championship fixture.

Aphelele Fassi of South Africa during the South Africa men's national rugby team training session at The Lensbury on November 13, 2024 in London, England.

Aphelele Fassi injury concern with Bulls test looming

Sharks interim head coach JP Pietersen has provided an update on Springbok fullback Aphelele Fassi following the Sharks’ dramatic 28–23 Investec Champions Cup victory over Saracens in Durban.

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