Benedict caught up with Renaldo Bothma for a few words. […]
Posts written by: Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2)
Catching up with Renaldo
6 Apr 16 16:02 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 6 Comments
S’bura Sithole steps into the Sharksworld channel
2 Mar 16 12:34 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 53 Comments
Sibusiso ‘S’bura’ Sithole is an Eastern Cape raised, rugby loving, quiet, hardworking player that has taken our breath away whenever he has played. He broke onto the scene when he scored one of the greatest tries in the history of South Africa Sevens against Australia. S’bura is currently part of the Sharks Super Rugby season and Sharksworld managed to grab the explosive back to find out what he is expecting from the year and what that try against Australia was all about. S’bura is part of the long line of proud Queens College graduates that have donned the black and white jumper! […]
Catching up with Louis
15 Feb 16 10:46 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 13 Comments
Our man Benedict caught up with Ulsterman Louis Ludik for a chat. […]
The next Springbok 9 – the frontrunners
26 Jan 16 10:57 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 146 Comments
Fourie du Preez ended his playing career in Japan this past weekend. The end of an era, for some it came too late while some hoped he would play on. One of the greatest number 9’s to play the game. […]
Ruan Botha – Sharks new hard man
19 Nov 15 10:06 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 190 Comments
Ruan Botha. A 23 year old player, born and raised in Gauteng. A former Lions and Stormers player now making a new start in Durban for the Sharks. A great addition to the tank. A believer in our Lord Jesus who brought him this far doing what he loves. The man who possesses the four D’s you need to make it big in rugby. Dedication, desire, determination and discipline. The player is looking to bring a new energy and presence that will aid the Sharks in their quest to rise from one of the lowest points of their current era. Meet the new Sharks enforcer, courtesy of Benedict Chanakira. Botha is looking to hit the ground running come Super Rugby. […]
Catching up with Curwin
2 Nov 15 13:05 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 48 Comments
One of the best junior players to come through the ranks in the last two seasons. Curwin Bosch is a 10 who is also at home at 15. Curwin has the vision to create space for others,pace and one of the best kicking games on the junior scene. After months of waiting, Curwin has declared loyalty to the Sharks and will join the squad earlier than most under 19’s. The future of Sharks and Springbok rugby. Benedict caught up with Bosch and spoke his move to Durban and that nightmare Craven Week final. […]
Ronnie Uys’ Crusade
26 Aug 15 12:01 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 3 Comments
The Crusader will go into the Murray Cup final this week as underdogs, but that has not deterred the side or the coach in anyway. Benedict Chanakira managed to chat to former player, Ronnie Uys who is now the coach and is looking to rebuild the club ! […]
Taylor Gentry – NFL player turned rugby player
26 Aug 15 09:46 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 48 Comments
Benedict caught up with former NFL running back Taylor Gentry for a chat. […]
Interview with hard man Anton Bresler
10 Aug 15 09:23 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 11 Comments
You could hear a little bit of a Scottish feel to his accent. A player that fits into the phrase; “started from the bottom now I’m here!” […]
Benedict chats to Johan Meyer
30 Jul 15 10:29 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 4 Comments
We had a chat with Johan Meyer, who was part of the Sharks family for a few years. Johan managed to play for the U19 side, Vodacom Cup and has a few Currie Cup appearances for the coastal side. Meyer now finds himself in new shores and is looking forward to writing a new story in this new chapter. […]
Catching up with Renaldo Bothma
1 Jul 15 09:15 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 6 Comments
Benedict Chanakira caught up with Sharks flanker Renaldo Bothma for a quick chat ahead of his departure to join the Namibian World cup squad. […]
The life of the ageless Stefan Terblanche
24 Apr 15 09:34 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 37 Comments
From humble beginnings at Boland Cavaliers, to playing for the Sharks and the Springboks. Stefan Terblanche was dubbed the fittest man on the rugby scene. A myth had him as a fat-less muscle man. Benedict Chanakira managed to talk to Stefan about race car driving, clowns, his time in Wales and much more… […]
Last word from Micklewood!
13 Apr 15 17:35 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 8 Comments
Most could dub him the greatest College Rovers player of all time. Debatable ? Probably. What is undeniable is that Chris was a true rugby man, a great servant of the game and one who has managed to leave a mark in KwaZulu-Natal Rugby. On the wake of the retirement news, I caught up with Chris on his career. […]
Oh Captain, my Captain….
8 Apr 15 13:09 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 11 Comments
UKZN managed to win their very first Varsity Shield. They faced a Wits side that was yet to taste defeat and it was a tall order. The question now is where to next for the IMPI? I spoke to their humble, driven and courageous leader. Captain Lwazi Ngcungama tells us about the season, building on this piece of history and their Varsity Cup dream! […]
Three lessons from 2014
5 Nov 14 11:14 by Benedict Chanakira (bchanakira2) | 5 Comments
World Cup Contenders
–New Zealand, the defending champions have been formidable! They have lost just two tests (vs England and South Africa) since that glorious 2011 night in New Zealand. They are the benchmark and will definitely be the team to beat. I find comfort in the fact that no nation has ever defended their World Cup crown. Will they be the first to? Its not too crazy to contemplate that as Steve Hansen has managed to get the men in black to take it up a notch. They even felt the need to bend the rules (wasn’t necessary after all) for the talented SBW. The depth in the side and the x-factor leaves much to be desired. Albeit, they may still capitulate and choke… […]