Bok Debut for Porthen! Plumtree Out, Stormers Fly, Bulls Stumble & Lions Rise | URC Round 5 Recap

We break down the latest twists in South African rugby — John Plumtree to depart the Sharks at season’s end after a rocky campaign (despite a bounce-back win over Scarlets), plus all the key URC Round 5 action and Rassie’s Bok squad update with Zachary Porthen set for his debut against Japan.

🔥 This Episode Covers:

✅ Plumtree to Leave the Sharks – Confirmation that John Plumtree will exit after an underwhelming start to the season; what’s next for the Durban franchise?

✅ URC Round 5 Recap & Talking Points – The Bulls stumble in Glasgow, the Lions notch back-to-back wins with a statement victory over Ulster, the Sharks find rhythm against Scarlets, and the Stormers keep rolling with another away triumph — this time in Treviso over Benetton.

✅ Springbok Squad Update – Rassie’s men ready for the Japan Test, with Zachary Porthen set to make his debut. What does this selection signal for the Boks’ long-term plans?

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– Is John Plumtree’s exit the right call for the Sharks’ rebuild?

– Can the Bulls bounce back after a tough night in Glasgow?

– Are the Lions quietly emerging as the season’s dark horses?

– How good are these Stormers really — genuine title contenders again?

– And what can we expect from Zachary Porthen’s first Bok cap?

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