THE SHARKS

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Sharks hold off Cardiff to boost play-off hopes in Durban thriller

The Sharks strengthened their push for a United Rugby Championship play-off place with a hard-fought 21-15 victory over Cardiff in humid, slippery conditions in Durban on Friday night.

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Sharks chase consistency as URC playoff pressure builds in Durban

Sharks head coach JP Pietersen admits his side is still searching for consistency after an up-and-down run of results in the United Rugby Championship.

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Ethan Hooker returns as Sharks make two backline changes for Cardiff showdown

The Sharks have largely stuck with a winning formula for Friday evening's United Rugby Championship clash against Cardiff, as they continue their push for a top-eight finish.

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Sharks lock in Bok veterans Vincent Koch and Bongi Mbonambi until 2028

The Sharks have secured the futures of Springbok veterans Vincent Koch and Bongi Mbonambi, keeping both players in Durban for the long term.

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Edwill van der Merwe urges strong Sharks response in URC derby against Bulls

Sharks winger Edwill van der Merwe has highlighted the importance of bouncing back strongly in this weekend's United Rugby Championship derby against the Bulls in Pretoria.

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URC: Boks back in the fold as Sharks recall big guns for Loftus showdown

Andre Esterhuizen will captain a strong Hollywoodbets Sharks side in Pretoria as they face the Vodacom Bulls in their final derby of the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship season.

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