JP PIETERSEN

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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JP Pietersen praises Esterhuizen as Sharks steady the ship

Sharks interim head coach JP Pietersen has applauded Andre Esterhuizen’s leadership after the centre captained the KwaZulu-Natal side to a gritty win that marked a positive start to Pietersen’s tenure.

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Interim coach JP Pietersen hails Sharks' character in Champions Cup victory

The Sharks grabbed their second win of the season with a hard-fought 28-23 Champions Cup victory over Saracens in Durban on Saturday.

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Sharks building depth for battle on two fronts, says coach JP Pietersen

Sharks head coach JP Pietersen revealed that the Sharks are looking at the bigger picture ahead of an intense international season across two competitions.

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Springbok legend Bryan Habana inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame

Former Springbok Byan Habana is one of five players set to be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame at the conclusion of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.