Sharks name strong Line-up for Super Rugby Unlocked opener
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A hugely talented Sharks team will open the franchise’s account in the Super Rugby Unlocked competition starting this weekend when the Emirates Lions come to Jonsson KINGS PARK for an exciting tournament opener.
Thirteen players who featured in Saturday’s Green and Gold match have been named by head coach Sean Everitt for the clash, including the entire front row.
Ox Nche, Dylan Richardson and Thomas du Toit will all front up against the might of the Lions, while lock Hyron Andrews together with loose forwards James Venter and Sikhumbuzo Notche complete the inclusion of starting forwards.
Five of the seven backline players named for Friday’s game also played in last weekend’s match.
The halfback pairing of Sanele Nohamba and Curwin Bosch are joined by Werner Kok, captain Lukhanyo Am and fullback Manie Libbok.
Playing off the bench, JJ van der Mescht and Jeremy Ward will no doubt want to show that their experience in Green and Gold only adds to what they bring to the table.
Sharks flank James Venter admits that the energy and excitement in the camp are driving the players towards delivering a big performance on Friday evening.
The match kicks off at 7pm on Friday evening.
Cell C Sharks
- Ox Nche
- Dylan Richardson
- Thomas du Toit
- Ruben van Heerden
- Hyron Andrews
- James Venter
- Phepsi Buthelezi
- Sikhumbuzo Notshe
- Sanele Nohamba
- Curwin Bosch
- Werner Kok*
- Marius Louw
- Lukhanyo Am (c)
- JP Pietersen
- Manie Libbok*
Replacements
16. Dan Jooste*
17. Mzamo Majola
18. John-Hubert Meyer
19. JJ van der Mescht
20. Mpilo Gumede*
21. Grant Williams
22. Jeremy Ward
23. Thaakir Abrahams*
*Denotes debut for the Cell C Sharks
