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Friday, Apr 26

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Kok stars as Sharks sink Scarlets

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Werner Kok celebrated his 50th appearance for the Sharks with a hat-trick that helped clinch a tour win against Scarlets in Llanelli on Friday night.

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LIVE: Scarlets vs Sharks

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Follow the live action as the Sharks face Scarlets in a @Vodacom #URC clash in Llanelli. #SCAvSHA

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Jake: Kirsten the guy for ‘knockout rugby’

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Jake White is eager to unleash Jannes Kirsten against Ospreys, with the experienced utility forward set to make his Vodacom URC debut for the Bulls on Saturday.

Mighty Munster’s attitude bigger than altitude

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Munster's monumental win against the @Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria sets them up for a Highveld double this weekend. #URC

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Ospreys strengthen pack for Bulls clash

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Wales' World Cup captain Dewi Lake is among the internationals returning for Ospreys for the @Vodacom #URC match against the Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday.

Bok lock to front Stormers for Leinster

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Jason Jenkins starts at No 5 as head coach Leo Cullen tweaks the Leinster lineup to face the DHL Stormers in Cape Town on Saturday.

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Stormers ‘GOAT’ Harris keeps records tumbling

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John Dobson hailed Brok Harris as "one of the greatest DHL Stormers of all time" as the veteran prop makes his 150th appearance in Cape Town on Saturday.

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Harris hits Stormers 150

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Brok Harris will become the first player to reach 150 appearances for the DHL Stormers in the @Vodacom #URC encounter with Leinster in Cape Town on Saturday.

Barrett inspires super Crusaders riposte

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Powered by the return of All Blacks lock Scott Barrett, the Crusaders rediscovered winning form with a Super Rugby victory over the Rebels on Friday.

Bulls mix and match for Ospreys clash

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Chris Smith starts at flyhalf as Jannes Kirsten makes a long-awaited return in a rejigged Vodacom Bulls lineup to face Ospreys in Pretoria on Saturday.

Krige reveals Stormers backlash

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Former Springbok skipper Corne Krige has been giving his thoughts on the upcoming Vodacom URC battle between two wounded beasts as the DHL Stormers prepare to host Leinster.

URC Picks: Stormers, Bulls rebound, Lions roar

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The DHL Stormers and Vodacom Bulls bounce back while the Lions spoil Munster's quest for the Highveld double, according to the SARugbymag.co.za team.

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Hendrikse at fullback for Lions

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Jordan Hendrikse will earn his 50th cap for the Lions at fullback in the crunch @Vodacom #URC match against Munster in Johannesburg on Saturday.

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Stormers flashback: Speedy Success

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Warrick Gelant and Seabelo Senatla were at the heart of the DHL Stormers’ thrilling comeback win against Leinster at the DHL Stadium in the 2021-22 @Vodacom #URC.

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Pollard ‘owns the Bok 10 crown’

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Handre Pollard is the greatest Springbok flyhalf and without the two-time World Cup winner, documentaries like Chasing the Sun wouldn't exist, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Thursday, Apr 25

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Plum tips Phepsi as the next Kolisi

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John Plumtree believes Phepsi Buthelezi could develop into a No 6 in the mould of Siya Kolisi, after selecting the versatile loose forward at openside flanker against Scarlets.

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‘Battle of the Blues’ ignites URC rivalry

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The DHL Stormers have rallied their World Cup-winning Springboks to stand tall and get the home team’s drive for a Vodacom URC playoff back on track against Leinster in Cape Town.

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Big guns back for Sharks

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Two-time World Cup winner Lukhanyo Am will lead a Springbok-laden Sharks lineup against Scarlets in Wales on Friday night.

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Star centre extends Stormers stay

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Dan du Plessis has re-committed his future to the DHL Stormers after the versatile midfielder after put pen to paper on a contract extension.

Underdogs Ospreys target Bulls scalp

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Wales' Vodacom URC outfit Ospreys earned respect in the Republic by beating the DHL Stormers in Cape Town.

Bulls playmaker cops ban

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Johan Goosen has been slapped with a heavy suspension for his dangerous tackle in the clash between the Vodacom Bulls and Munster.

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SA Cup chasing pack look to close the gap

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With four rounds of league action remaining, SA Cup front-runners Griquas and the Pumas will target their next matches to put distance themselves from their rivals.

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Stormers wary of Nienaber factor

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Jacques Nienaber played a key role during his stint at the DHL Stormers, and defence guru Norman Laker has acknowledged Leinster’s improvement under his mentor.

Phepsi: Sharks haven’t won any cups yet

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Sharks loose forward Phepsi Buthelezi has insisted that beating Scarlets on Friday night is just as important as next week’s historic Challenge Cup clash in London.

Wednesday, Apr 24

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Pienaar starts coaching career

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Former Springbok scrumhalf and Cheetahs captain Ruan Pienaar will take the first steps in his coaching career after being appointed Free State U21 backline and attack coach.

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Junior Boks begin Australian adventure

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The Junior Springboks wrapped up their preparations for the upcoming U20 Rugby Championship and will fly out to Australia on an early evening flight on Wednesday.

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Krige makes surprise shout for Siya’s successor

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Corne Krige has named a surprising candidate to take over from Siya Kolisi as the next Springbok captain.

Double shot of experience for Blitzboks in Singapore

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The Blitzboks recalled veteran duo Siviwe Soyizwapi and Dylan Sage for next weekend’s penultimate Sevens Series tournament in Singapore.

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Bulls rearing for URC playoff charge

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Zak Burger says the Bulls have recovered from the disappointment of a home loss to Munster and are determined to apply pressure on the URC's top three when they host Ospreys on Saturday.

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Willemse all-in for Stormers

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Damian Willemse is putting everything into helping the DHL Stormers get back on track in a massive clash with Leinster at DHL Stadium on Saturday.