Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will lead a formidable Sharks side when they take to the field for Saturday's opening-round Champions Cup clash with Harlequins at Kings Park.
The recent revelations from Sbu Nkosi about his mental health issues following his disappearance came as "a shock" to fellow Springbok teammate Ox Nche.
He experienced the feeling of winning your home tournament a number of times as a player and now – as a coach – Philip Snyman wants to return the compliment, especially in Cape Town.
It has always been a question of when, not if, Steve Borthwick would take charge of England.
Stormers flyer Seabelo Senatla has issued a warning to the other teams in Pool B of the Champions Cup to expect some flair from his side in their maiden campaign in the competition.
The Rugby Football Union has acted in response to a dismal autumn that concluded England's worst year since 2008, comprising of six defeats, a draw and five wins.