Scrumhalf Stefan Ungerer will lead the Stormers XXIII in a crucial Currie Cup coastal derby against the Sharks XV on Saturday in Cape Town.
The unbeaten Cheetahs and defending champions Griquas headline this weekend’s Currie Cup action, while Stormers, Sharks and Bulls players battle to boost their hopes of earning a place in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry against the All Blacks starting next week.
All eyes will be on Springbok veteran Faf de Klerk, who has been at the helm of the Free State side’s onslaught, as they look to extend their winning run against their neighbours in Kimberley. It will be another opportunity for De Klerk to deliver a commanding performance and put his hand up for a Bok recall ahead of the New Zealand tour.
However, the Cheetahs will also be wary of the challenge the title holders present, especially at home in Kimberley (7pm kick-off). Griquas got their campaign up and running with a round-two victory over the Bulls and, despite struggling with injuries, will look to end the winning run of their more-fancied Bloemfontein neighbours.
On Saturday, a coastal derby in Cape Town (3pm kick-off) highlights the action.
