Youngsters Boost Sharks' Trophy Prospects

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Veteran hooker Bongi Mbonambi praises the emergence of young players Ethan Hooker and Corne Rahl, stating that they have helped reignite the Sharks and improve their chances of winning trophies. The team has recently experienced a three-match winning streak and will face Edinburgh in a Challenge Cup quarter-final clash.

Veteran hooker Bongi Mbonambi said the emergence of youngsters like Ethan Hooker and Corne Rahl has helped reignite the Sharks while boosting their trophy prospects .

Speaking in a Sharks conference on Tuesday, Mbonambi acknowledged their challenges in 2023-24 while praising the roles of the 21-year-old rookies as the coastal outfit aims to secure safe passage back to the Champions Cup. “The way the Sharks are going about it, making sure they play those junior players and expose them… you only get better once you play those big games.

Mbonambi, though, has cautioned against underestimating a star-studded Edinburgh side on Saturday, especially under the stewardship of former Sharks boss Sean Everitt.

Sharks Rugby Youngsters Trophy Prospects Ethan Hooker Corne Rahl John Plumtree Champions Cup

 

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