Mike Greenaway

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Sport

From Varsity Cup to the Springbok squad — Rassie Erasmus says Makhaza will have his day in the green and gold

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The feel-good rugby story for the year is the rise of youngster Ntokozo Makhaza from obscurity to the Springbok squad, where coach Rassie Erasmus is confident he ...

Youthful Bok Women's team came to the party in Madagascar's Africa Cup

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An inexperienced Springbok Women's team have returned from Madagascar with the Africa Cup in their possession.

Springbok No 8s are going down like flies but Rassie Erasmus says Jasper Wiese is coming to the rescue

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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is grappling with injuries to his squad ahead of the imminent international season, but it is not all doom and gloom.

Rugby World Cup 1995 I On this day: Chester Williams shines for Springboks, Ireland wilt once more in quarter-finals

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It is 30 years since Chester Williams scored a record-breaking four tries for the Springboks in a rough World Cup quarter-final clash with Western Samoa.

‘No personal issue with Evan Roos’: Rassie Erasmus rules out Bulls for Springboks-Barbarians clash, Juarno Augustus injured ...

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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will field a mishmash of players for the season opener against the Barbarians on June 28, but he is not taking the visitors lightly. ...

Lukhanyo Am to earn 100th cap in Sharks' quarter against Munster, Kolisi back at No 8

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Springboks Lukhanyo Am and Siya Kolisi will boost the Sharks in their URC quarterfinal against Munster in Durban on Saturday.

Watch VideoEtzebeth wants Sharks to have a go against Munster in URC quarter-final, Jordan Hendrikse recovers at flyhalf

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The Sharks host Munster in a United Rugby Championship quarter-final this weekend, and they will welcome back flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse from injury.

Watch VideoUnder-par Sharks grind out vital URC win over Scarlets in Durban

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The Sharks arm-wrestled the Scarlets into submission in a tight United Rugby Championship encounter in Durban on Saturday night.

Springbok bruiser Eben Etzebeth cleared to face Scarlets in Sharks URC clash

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Mighty Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth will play for the Sharks on Saturday night when the Scarlets visit Durban in a vital URC fixture.

Gallant Ospreys no match for Sharks

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Sharks win home match against Ospresy in URC

Sharks face Ospreys without four key Boks, but coach Plumtree remains optimistic

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The Sharks host the Ospreys on Friday night in the United Rugby Championship and they are missing key players.

Watch VideoSiya Masuku, Jurenzo Julius to provide thrust for Sharks in URC clash with Ospreys in Durban

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There have been changes to the Sharks team to play the Ospreys on Friday night, and the backline will benefit from the return of Siya Masuku and Jurenzo Julius. ...

Sharks to go from 'gritty to pretty' in URC clash with Ospreys, says defence coach Joey Mongalo

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Sharks defence coach Joey Mongalo is convinced the Sharks are better off for two tough away wins in the UK and will hit their straps against the Ospreys on Friday ...

Sharks overcome poor start to battle to URC win over Ulster in Belfast

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The Sharks beat Ulster in a United Rugby Championship match in Belfast to secure their second win on the road.

Watch VideoGrant Williams neck injury a growing concern for Sharks and Springboks

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Brilliant scrumhalf Grant Williams has an ongoing neck issue, and this is a worry for the Sharks and Springboks alike.

Watch VideoVenter in for Buthelezi as Sharks coach Plumtree opts for continuity in Ulster URC clash

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The Sharks complete their United Rugby Championship tour with a crucial match against Ulster, and coach John Plumtree has kept changes to a minimum.

Watch VideoGrant Williams can ignite Sharks attack in Ulster URC clash

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With their South African IDs finally in hand, the Tshituka brothers are poised to make an impact for the Sharks against Ulster in a crucial URC clash this Saturday. ...

Milnerton excel at Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival as KZN’s Westville and DHS go unbeaten

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The 16th Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival dazzled spectators under sunny skies, showcasing thrilling performances from local schools Durban High School and Westville, ...

Plumtree warns Sharks: Talent alone won’t secure URC win over Edinburgh

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As the Sharks prepare to face Edinburgh with fourteen Springboks on the field, coach John Plumtree warns that talent alone won't guarantee victory in this crucial ...

Watch Video‘Expert’ Williams embarrassed himself by insinuating Kitshoff retired because of Springbok Bomb Squad

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Matt Williams, a former rugby coach, controversially suggested that Steven Kitshoff's retirement is linked to the Springbok Bomb Squad, igniting a fierce debate ...

Durban teams DHS and Westville look good on day one of Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival

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Schoolboy rugby was at its best on day one at the Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival in Durban.

Springboks legend Eben Etzebeth to captain Sharks in United Rugby Championship clash against Edinburgh

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Eben Etzebeth's return from injury boosts the Sharks as they prepare for a pivotal URC clash against Edinburgh, aiming for victory on the road.

Sharks coach John Plumtree: 36 turnovers won't cut it against Leinster

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After surrendering 36 turnovers against Zebre, Sharks coach John Plumtree has identified key weaknesses to fix before facing a clinical Leinster side at Kings Park ...

‘An absolute beast’: Plumtree warns Sharks about former protégé Barrett before Leinster battle

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Sharks coach John Plumtree shares exclusive insights on 'absolute beast' Jordie Barrett ahead of Saturday's clash with Leinster, drawing from his experience coaching ...

Esterhuizen, Venter to start for Sharks against Leinster in Durban clash

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The Sharks have been boosted by returning players for their United Rugby Championship match against Leinster at the Shark Tank.