New signing replaces Bok legend as Bulls make sweeping changes
The Vodacom Bulls have rung the changes for their Investec Champions Cup opener against Stade Français.
Ian Cameron
15 Oct 2026, 6:35
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Paul Williams: 'Cameron Hanekom is a back-row whose metres carried should be measured in kilometres, not metres'
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Simon Thomas
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'I was starting to become too comfortable at the Sharks. It was a safe space for me'
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Simon Thomas
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Paul Gustard rewarded with new Stade Francais deal after turnaround
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Neil Fissler
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France's Sekou Macalou publicly responds to retirement reports
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Munster receive double international boost ahead of Bulls visit
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Full list of winners at French rugby awards as Jack Willis retains title
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Champions Cup refs revealed: Piardi's old rival handed opening night honour
The former playing rival and teammate of Italy's leading referee, Andrea Piardi, has been handed the honour of refereeing the firs…
Jon Newcombe
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Sharks brace to lose 'exceptional talent' Luan Giliomee to URC rivals
Luan Giliomee has been dubbed an “exceptional talent” as he approaches a crossroads in his young career.
Simon Thomas
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