NATIONAL NEWS - The Sharks team head coach Robert du Preez’s named his first 23-man squad for their opening Super Rugby clash against the Reds on Friday.
Patrick Lambie will captain the side with number eight Tera Mtembu his deputy in a team with a blend of youth and experience.
The backline is packed with potential, with the likes of Andre Esterhuizen and Lukhanyo Am combining in the midfield.
New recruit Kobus Van Dyk will join Springbok Lwazi Mvovo and the talented Curwin Bosch in the back three.
The backline is completed by internationals Cobus Reinach and Lambie as the
In the pack, the loose trio has a young feel with Jean-Luc du Preez and Mtembu being complemented by the seasoned Philip Van Der Walt.
Springboks front rankers Beast Mtawarira and Coenie Oosthuizen will provide the experience amongst the forwards.
