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Cell C Sharks head coach Sean Everitt has made a number of changes to his side that will travel to Johannesburg for their clash against the Lions on Saturday @ 16h45. He brought back some of the players that formed part of the initial conditioning group but has retained a few players that played in the first two games and introduced a couple of new faces as well.
“This preparation series has been an opportunity for the coaches to test depth, try new combinations and see what we have,” explains captain Lukhanyo Am.
“It’s been beneficial for the squad and helped the coaches make decisions going forward.”
For the Cell C Sharks, these matches are about so much more than victory. The bigger picture is way more important than a result, given the amount of rugby that lies ahead and the need to grow and develop squad depth.
But the Lions are always up for the challenge, as are the Cell C Sharks, and fans can expect to enjoy some exciting rugby.
“We know what type of team the Lions want and what threats they bring, but this is a game where our focus is on ourselves as the Cell C Sharks, trying to master our own DNA and style of play.
“It will be exciting playing against a Lions team with a similar style of play, moving the ball around and giving it air. From our side, we’ll be looking to execute the plan and showcasing our DNA.”
Cell C Sharks: 1. Mzamo Majola, 2. Dan Jooste, 3. John-Hubert Meyer, 4. Le Roux Roets, 5. Reniel Hugo, 6. Henco Venter, 7. Mpilo Gumede, 8. Sikhumbuzo Notshe, 9. Sanele Nohamba, 10. Boeta Chamberlain, 11. Yaw Penxe, 12. Rynhard Jonker, 13. Lukhanyo Am (C), 14. Werner Kok, 15. Aphelele Fassi. Replacements: 16. Dylan Richardson, 17. Ntuthuko Mchunu, 18. Thomas du Toit, 19. Emile van Heerden, 20. Thembelani Bholi, 21. Grant Williams, 22. Curwin Bosch, 23. Marius Louw.