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Sharks co-captain Phepsi Buthelezi says his side are looking forward to measuring their progress against defending champions Leinster at Kings Park. | Backpagepix
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Sharks ready to measure progress in acid Test against defending champions Leinster

After making a winning start to their URC campaign, the Sharks are aiming to test their off-season improvements when they host champions Leinster in Durban.

  • Dudley Carstens
3 min read
The Bulls made it to the final of the URC last season, only to be soundly beaten by Leinster. | Backpagepix
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South Africa target play-off clean sweep as 2026/27 URC season kicks off

A complete guide to the 2026/27 United Rugby Championship season for South Africa's four franchises: the Bulls, Lions, Sharks, and Stormers.

  • Morgan Bolton
11 min read
Springbok utility back Ethan Hooker opens up about his off-field obsessions, from chasing a low golf handicap to binging TV shows, and why he thrives when the game is on the line. | Backpagepix
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Golf, pop anthems and Sonny Bill: Inside Springbok star Ethan Hooker's off-field life

Springbok utility back Ethan Hooker opens up on his golf obsession, TV binging, childhood idols, and why he loves the brutal closing minutes of Test rugby.

  • Morgan Bolton
3 min read