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Sharks lodge formal complaint with URC citing commissioner over Hooker shoulder injury
The Sharks have formally requested a URC citing commissioner investigation into the Luke Morgan incident that dislocated Ethan Hooker's shoulder during the 21-17 loss to Ospreys, submitting a report and medical documents on the night of the match. Hooker, now back in Durban awaiting scan results, is expected to miss the rest of the URC season and is a doubt for the July internationals. The match also drew scrutiny over the Ospreys' use of uncontested scrums following what some have questioned were genuine prop injuries.
Am Still in Bok Frame: Japan Stint No Barrier to Three-Peat Dream
Lukhanyo Am says his Springbok ambitions are very much alive from Japan, and his inclusion in last month's overseas alignment camp suggests the coaching staff agree he's not done yet.
Sharks cite Ospreys wing Morgan after Hooker shoulder injury in Bridgend
The Sharks have cited Ospreys wing Luke Morgan after he dived onto Ethan Hooker as the Sharks wing was scoring a try just before halftime in Bridgend, leaving Hooker with a dislocated shoulder. The injury is expected to sideline Hooker for two to three months, ending his URC season and potentially threatening his availability for the Springbok international season. Referee Mike Adamson took no action during the match, prompting the Sharks' tour management to approach the URC citing commissioner.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu brushes off critics, demands a win to mark his 50th
Feinberg-Mngomezulu shrugs off social media critics, owns the Connacht loss as a player failure, and warns the squad there's no room for "fluffiness" with three must-win games left.
Coetzee Still Delivering at 34 as Bulls Fight to Hold URC Play-Off Spot
Marcell Coetzee is in career-best form at 34, and the Bulls need every bit of it as they cling to the final URC play-off spot with three games to go.
Siba Mahashe is drawing Kolisi comparisons — and backing them up on the field
Lions flanker Siba Mahashe is drawing Siya Kolisi comparisons after a standout start to his URC career — four tries in seven games, elite tackle stats, and a leadership pedigree that stretches back to SA Schools.
JP Pietersen hits back as Luke Morgan defends tackle that dislocated Hooker's shoulder
Luke Morgan insists his tackle on Ethan Hooker was clean. JP Pietersen disagrees — loudly.
Donald sees Chiefs and Hurricanes as blueprint for Rennie's All Blacks
Stephen Donald argues that the Chiefs and Hurricanes have already shown what a Dave Rennie-coached All Blacks side will look like — useful intel for Springbok fans ahead of Rugby Championship clashes.
How the Chiefs and Hurricanes Are Shaping Rennie's All Blacks Blueprint
Stephen Donald says the Chiefs and Hurricanes have already shown what Dave Rennie's All Blacks will look like — a useful heads-up for Springbok fans ahead of Rugby Championship.
Am credits overseas selection policy as key to Springbok dominance
Lukhanyo Am argues that selecting overseas-based players has been central to the Springboks' sustained success — a pointed take from someone with skin in the game.
Sharks seek URC investigation into incident that dislocated Hooker's shoulder
The Sharks have asked the URC to investigate the incident that dislocated Ethan Hooker's shoulder, reportedly labelling the contact a cheapshot. The franchise has escalated the matter to the competition's governing body, raising the prospect of disciplinary action.
Ackermann backs Coetzee as the right man to lead the Bulls
Johan Ackermann has publicly backed Marcell Coetzee as the Bulls' captain, calling him a tremendous human being and an effective leader on and off the field.
Erasmus expects Robertson's Barbarians to deliver proper test in Gqeberha
Rassie Erasmus is anticipating a serious challenge from Scott Robertson's Barbarians in Gqeberha on 20 June. The Springbok coach's comments signal the match is being treated as meaningful preparation rather than a formality.
Dobson admits Willemse wing experiment has run its course ahead of crunch Glasgow clash
Dobson concedes the Willemse-at-wing experiment must end, but with Senatla still out, Hartzenberg's fitness is the key variable as the Stormers prepare for a must-win clash against Glasgow.
Morgan defends post-try contact on Hooker as Sharks push for URC action over season-ending shoulder injury
Ospreys winger Luke Morgan has defended the post-try contact that dislocated Ethan Hooker's shoulder in the Sharks' 21-17 URC defeat, arguing the try was not yet scored when he made contact. JP Pietersen has slammed the officials for failing to penalise the incident, with the Sharks making a formal request to the URC. Hooker is expected to miss the remainder of the URC season.
Lions rewrite the script against Glasgow while Stormers' late-game fragility costs them again
The Lions are the URC's form team after burying Glasgow 54-12, while the Stormers' individual errors handed Connacht a comeback win in Cape Town — raising questions ahead of a crucial home clash with the league leaders.
SA 'A' returns to action against Zimbabwe in Gqeberha double-header
SA 'A' returns to the field for the first time since 2022 when they face Zimbabwe in Gqeberha on June 20, doubling as a curtain-raiser to the Springboks v Barbarians match. Erasmus sees the fixture as a chance to assess players outside his current rotation group, with Zimbabwe treating it as World Cup preparation after securing their 2027 qualification.
SA 'A' returns for Zimbabwe clash as Erasmus casts wider net ahead of World Cup
The SA 'A' side returns to action for the first time since 2022 when they face Zimbabwe's Sables on June 20 in Gqeberha, as a curtain raiser to the Springboks versus Barbarians. Erasmus is using the match to assess fringe players beyond his established rotation group, with the 2027 World Cup in mind. Zimbabwe, who have qualified for Australia, see the fixture as a key preparation marker.
Pollard Backs Papier to Let His Rugby Do the Talking
Pollard says Papier's only job is to keep playing the way he is — but the scrumhalf queue is longer than ever. The piece breaks down what's at stake.
Breakdown battle the key as Lions look to ambush log-leaders Glasgow
The Lions have identified Glasgow's breakdown speed as the key weakness to exploit on Saturday, with Pretorius, Du Plessis, and Mahashe all available to contest the ruck — and a lot more than local pride riding on the result.