As the Sharks and Bulls head to quarter-finals in the Anitpodes, we take a gander at the season stats for both SA contenders, comparing a few of them to those from the log-leading Crusaders. READ MORE
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SA’s depth provides glimmer of hope
With a legion of players based overseas, and many more packing their bags, SA’s depth of talent offers some hope for 2020 and beyond, writes ZELIM NEL. READ MORE
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‘Roaches’ doomed Du Preez
The Sharks can’t sack Rob du Preez before a crunch quarter-final, but GAVIN RICH says the coach’s public spat with the media must have settled his fate. READ MORE
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Bulls tricked catnappers
OOM RUGBY breaks down that cunning lineout play used by the Bulls to ambush the Lions for a quick maul try at Loftus. READ MORE
Rassie, beware battered Boks
FRESH TAKE: As the list of injured Springboks grows, DEVIN HERMANUS issues a timely reminder about the perils of picking crocked players. READ MORE
Sharks can’t keep Du Preez
MIKE GREENAWAY reveals a stand-off at the Sharks between the senior players and coach Robert du Preez over the preferential treatment of his son at flyhalf. READ MORE
Cap to chase or keep players?
The AOR team debates whether SA Rugby’s new contracting model will accelerate the player exodus overseas or see them commit to staying in SA. READ MORE
Sell up, move Boks to Dubai – Jake
With cash-strapped SA Rugby driving Springboks abroad, JAKE WHITE says it’s time to sell the whole business to the highest bidder. READ MORE
Blunt Sharks battered in BA
Sans any sort of variation on attack, including an unwillingness to kick, the Sharks came badly short in the face of an organised and abrasive Jaguares defence. READ MORE