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Vincent Tshituka to Lead Sharks Against Bulls Amid Key Absences
Vincent Tshituka will captain a Sharks side missing several key Springboks when they face the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. Despite the unavailability of their top Boks and a growing injury list, the Durban-based team remains a formidable force.
The Sharks will still field a powerful front row featuring Springboks Trevor Nyakane, Bongi Mbonambi, and Ntuthuko Mchunu, with former Bok Ruan Dreyer providing backup from the bench. Mbonambi, who has struggled with injuries, is one of the few Test regulars not being rested.
Scrumhalf Grant Williams and centre Lukhanyo Am are also set to start, with Am shifting from his usual outside centre position to inside centre. This change allows rising star Jurenzo “The Boogieman” Julius to take up the No. 13 jersey. Am, who has experience playing at 12, will bring his leadership and composure to the midfield, while Julius looks to showcase his attacking flair.
If the Sharks forwards can secure quality possession, their backline could pose a serious threat. Wingers Ethan Hooker and Yaw Penxe, along with fullback Jordan Hendrikse, add further firepower to the attack.
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Sharks Team to Face Bulls
Starting XV:
15. Jordan Hendrikse
14. Yaw Penxe
13. Jurenzo Julius
12. Lukhanyo Am
11. Ethan Hooker
10. Siya Masuku
9. Grant Williams
8. Phespi Buthelezi
7. Vincent Tshituka (captain)
6. Tino Mavesere
5. Jason Jenkins
4. Corne Rahl
3. Trevor Nyakane
2. Bongi Mbonambi
- Ntuthuko Mchunu
Replacements:
16. Ethan Bester
17. Ruan Dreyer
18. Hanro Jacobs
19. Lappies Labuschagne
20. Jannes Potgieter
21. Bradley Davids
22. Francois Venter
23. Jaco Williams
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