Bok winger Makazole Mapimpi banned after eye gouge incident
Springbok star Makazole Mapimpi has been handed a hefty three-game suspension following an eye gouge in the Sharks' United Rugby Championship match against Cardiff.
Lions legend Asenathi Ntlabakanye extends stay in Johannesburg
The heavyweight - fast becoming a folk hero in South Africa - ended speculation that he was headed to France when he took to social media to reveal his new contract.
"I’m here to stay! This means a lot to me," captioned the former Junior Bok.
"Having been part of the Lions family since my school days, and now getting the opportunity to stay for a few more years is incredibly special to me.
"To all the Lions fans - I look forward to seeing a whole lot more of you at Emirates Airline Park."
French giants Toulouse were rumoured to be circling around the Ntlabakanye, but his new contract will see the 25-year-old stay with the Lions until at least 2028.
Since being signed in 2020, the Plettenberg Bay native has earned 57 caps for the Lions.
Lions playmaker Sanele Nohamba heads to Japan
The Lions have confirmed they have parted ways with versatile playmaker Sanele Nohamba who will "continue his club career in Japan".
John Plumtree hails success stories froim Sharks' junior ranks
Sharks head coach John Plumtree pointed to the success of the junior structures within the franchise that are churning out quality players.
Sharks welcome rest after dominant URC victory over Cardiff
With the United Rugby Championship now taking a two-week break, the Sharks can reflect on a fine run of form in the competition which seems them finish this block in fourth place on the log.