The Sharks have named an unchanged match 23 for this Saturday’s clash against the Waratahs in Durban.
The Durban-based side secured a thrilling comeback win over the Brumbies in Canberra last weekend, and coach Robert du Preez has understandably seen no need to make any changes to a winning team.
‘The effort from the guys to pull off the win last week was fantastic, and showed the character and fighting spirit among this special group of players,’ Du Preez commented. ‘That win has definitely motivated us. However, it is important that we build on that momentum this week.
‘We arrived back home on Sunday night and despite the jet lag, there has been no excuses from the guys. As a coaching unit, we cannot fault their commitment and work ethic, which has been amazing.’
Sharks – 15 Clément Poitrenaud, 14 Kobus van Wyk, 13 Lukhanyo Am, 12 Andre Esterhuizen, 11 Lwazi Mvovo, 10 Pat Lambie, 9 Cobus Reinach, 8 Tera Mtembu, 7 Jean- Luc du Preez, 6 Philip van der Walt, 5 Ruan Botha, 4 Stephan Lewies, 3 Coenie Oosthuizen, 2 Franco Marais, 1 Beast Mtawarira.
Subs: 16 Chiliboy Ralepelle, 17 Thomas du Toit, 18 Lourens Adriaanse, 19 Jean Droste, 20 Jacques Vermeulen, 21 Michael Claassens, 22 Jeremy Ward, 23 Curwin Bosch.
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