Sharks backline coach Dave Williams spoke highly of the versatility of Ethan Hooker and Lukhanyo Am in moving to new positions for this game.
While Sharks backline coach Dave Williams noted the Bulls' dominance in scrums against the Stormers and Lions, he said the Sharks will look to other areas.
The Sharks have noted the Bulls’ scrum dominance against the Stormers and Lions in their last two games and have countered that they will be looking for a “complete performance” of their own in their United Rugby Championship derby. He and fellow Springbok forward Wilco Louw drove many of those scrums, which Sharks prop Trevor Nyakane said he relished facing this Saturday.“We’ve got quality through positions and off the bench. There’s guys who can influence the game,” backline coach Dave Williams said after the
“His versatility is a great strength for us as a union and for him as a player moving forward for possible international recognition. He offers points of pressure whether he’s playing on the wing or midfield.”
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