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Exclusive | Springbok bruiser Andre Esterhuizen says Sharks one click away from gelling on attack
The Sharks host Munster in a United Rugby Championship quarterfinal on Saturday and star centre Andre Esterhuizen is confident his team will go up a level.
Sharks to go from 'gritty to pretty' in URC clash with Ospreys, says defence coach Joey Mongalo
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 night.
André Esterhuizen calls for Sharks to finish European tour on a high
The Durban side are determined to end their European tour on a high note by clinching a vital away victory against an injury-stricken Ulster in Belfast.
Esterhuizen, Mapimpi back for Sharks against Zebre but Etzebeth unavailable
The Sharks host Zebre in a United Rugby Championship match on Saturday and they welcome back some Springbok stars.
'Boogeyman' Jurenzo Julius’ seamless transition from school benches to Springboks contender
Discover how Jurenzo Julies, known as the 'Boogeyman', transitioned from a schoolboy rugby sensation to a contender for the Springboks, showcasing his remarkable journey and growth.
Sharks juggle Springboks around ahead of European date with Antoine DuPont's Toulouse
The Sharks are poised to welcome back Springboks Eben Etzebeth and Bongi Mbonambi for their European Champions Cup match against Toulouse.
André Esterhuizen right at home as the first line of Sharks defence against Bulls
As the Sharks prepare to face the Bulls in Durban, centre André Esterhuizen discusses the importance of home advantage and the team’s strategy to bounce back from recent defeats.
Springboks decide to rest Ox Nche for Wales Test as Wilco Louw gets another start
The Springboks’ front-row reshuffle will see Wilco Louw returning to the starting team at tighthead prop, while Thomas du Toit will move across to the loosehead side.
Makazole Mapimpi can bring the Springbok heat at ‘cold’ Murrayfield
Springbok backs Makazole Mapimpi and André Esterhuizen share insights ahead of their clash against Scotland, as both teams prepare for an intense battle in Edinburgh on Sunday.
It’s going to be messy around the breakdowns for Springboks against Scotland, warns André Esterhuizen
Springbok centre André Esterhuizen reflects on the team’s resilient mindset ahead of their crucial Test against Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.
Good luck Scotland . . . It’s almost impossible to predict Rassie Erasmus’ Springbok line-up
To confuse the Scots even more, the Springbok team is normally announced on a Tuesday for a Saturday Test. But this week the team will only be announced on Friday.
Boost for Springboks’ lock stocks as Franco Mostert, RG Snyman return for November tour
Damian Willemse’s return marks his first time back in the Springbok squad this year after missing all 10 Tests in 2024 due to injury.
Springboks injury list: Who is fit and who is likely to miss out on November tour
IOL Sport’s John Goliath looks at the Springboks who could be back for the November tour and those that will only feature again in the green and gold in 2025.
John Plumtree urges Sharks to breathe fire at breakdowns, set pieces against Dragons
Jordan Hendrikse goaled another monster penalty from about 63m on the angle, but it was not enough to help the Sharks emerge victorious against Connacht in Galway.
From props to playmakers . . . Five key player match-ups in Springboks, Scotland clash
Reigning world champions Springboks and Scotland will clash in the first of the big match-ups in Pool B of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, and there will be five key clashes that could decide the outcome.
Springboks’ Canan Moodie, 20, is in that ‘adulting-so-hard-right-now’ phase as All Blacks lie in wait
The expectations are high for 20-year-old Springbok Canan Moodie who makes the move from wing to centre in their final Rugby World Cup warm-up match on Friday against the All Blacks.
WATCH: Springboks don’t have a score to settle with All Blacks says Andre Esterhuizen
It will be up to the Springboks to prove something to themselves, not the All Blacks in their final Rugby World Cup warm-up match in London on Friday, according to Bok centre Andre Esterhuizen.
Imagine Pollard v Libbok, Wiese v Roos? Overseas against SA-based Springboks trials can solve World Cup headaches
The final 33-man group that will go to France will be announced on August 8, and there have already been a few training camps that have taken place.
Savvy Sharks sink Harlequins at the death
There were sublime tries from both sides, a return to form for Springbok ace Makazole Mapimpi, a homecoming brace for Quins centre Andre Esterhuizen, plus yellow and red cards that reduced the Sharks to 13 men.
Springbok player ratings: Kurt-Lee Arendse, Marvin Orie set the standard, Manie Libbok all skill in Genoa
IOL Sport’s Ashfak Mohamed rates how each Springbok played during their emphatic victory over Italy in Genoa on Saturday afternoon.
Canan Moodie can solve Bok outside centre problem
Here is a left-field choice that I think is worth exploring on the end-of-year tour: Canan Moodie.