SHARKS

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Emile van Heerden credits continuity as Sharks role grows amid Eben Etzebeth absence

Emile van Heerden says his recent run of form for the Sharks is the result of finally gaining continuity after several injury-hit seasons, as the lock continues to step up in the absence of Eben Etzebeth.

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Makazole Mapimpi hails patience after late double caps 100th Sharks appearance

Makazole Mapimpi credited patience for his late heroics after scoring twice in the closing stages of his 100th appearance for the Sharks in their 45-0 United Rugby Championship win over Munster in Durban on Saturday.

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Sharks brainstrust praise Luan Giliomee, Makazole Mapimpi after Munster rout

Teenage debutant Luan Giliomee and centurion Makazole Mapimpi shared the spotlight as the Sharks produced a dominant 45-0 United Rugby Championship victory over Munster at Kings Park on Saturday night.

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Makazole Mapimpi stars as Sharks run riot against Munster at Kings Park

The Sharks delivered a ruthless second-half performance to thump Munster 45-0 at Kings Park in their United Rugby Championship clash, turning a solid halftime lead into a statement win.

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Sharks forced into late change as Springbok star Ethan Hooker withdraws

The Sharks have made a late change to their lineup ahead of Saturday's United Rugby Championship (URC) clash against Munster at Kings Park.

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100 up for Makazole Mapimpi as Sharks host Munster in Durban

Makazole Mapimpi will earn his 100th cap for the Sharks against international competition when they host former United Rugby Championship winners Munster at Kings Park on Saturday.

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