Craig Burden is probably the biggest surprise selection in the Sharks team for the game against the Rebels. He should be adding a bit of much needed physicality when he comes on as replacement.
Posts tagged with: Craig Burden
Burden returns against the Rebels
Parisienne Walkouts
“I remember Paris in ’16…. two strong clubs taking to fields of green.” Something like that, anyway. […]
A chat with a Toulon star
I must admit, it has been hectic getting hold of Mr Craig Bruce Burden. He had a Heineken Cup final, Top 14 final and a match against his country! However Craig made time! In a massive week in his career! […]
Trio of Sharks old-boys start for World XV
Samsung World XV coach Nick Mallett has selected his match 23 for Saturday’s clash against the Springboks at Newlands. Toulon flyhalf Matt Giteau will captain the side. […]
Who is playing for a Bok spot?
The Currie Cup Final is the showpiece this weekend, but there will be a few players with their minds on Monday night’s Springbok squad announcement, to go on the End of year Tour. […]
Burden move official
We all knew it, but it is now official – Craig Burden has signed with French club Toulon. […]
Burden set for French shift
The mystery regarding Sharks hooker Craig Burden’s disappearing act this weekend seems to be clearing up. […]
Whitehead back for the Sharks
Tim Whitehead will make his long awaited return to the Sharks line-up this weekend, forcing the youngster Heimar Williams out of the match 22 altogether. […]
Get to know your team – Craig Burden
Arguably one of the Sharks most loyal and hardworking players, Craig seems to be growing from strength to strength in every game he plays and is being rewarded with a starting 15 place after his fantastic game last week against the Cheetahs. […]
Sharks medical update
The Sharks have released a comprehensive medical update ahead of the Blues game. […]
Steyn, Burden confirmed out
According to the Sharks’ twitter feed, Frans Steyn has undergone an operation in New Zealand, while Craig Burden has also had to leave the tour. […]
Daniel set for Dunedin start
According to an article in the […]
One for the ladies
Marie Claire Magazine is running a “Naked Campaign” to raise funds and awareness for the Organ Donor Foundation. […]
Sharks v Stormers – by the numbers
Let’s look at a few of the statistics to come out of the weekend win over the Stormers, courtesy of www.rugbystats.com.au. […]
Janneman gets his ton
He won’t run out ahead of the team or anything, given that a number of his impressive tally of Super Rugby caps were gained in another side’s livery, but Saturday’s match at Kings Park will be an important one for prop Jannie du Plessis nonetheless, as the big front-ranker gains his 100th cap in this competition. […]