The 2026–27 season is Sharks' sixth season in the United Rugby Championship, and in all formats of the competition. Along with competing in the URC and its Shield competition, the club will also participated in the 2026–27 EPCR Challenge Cup.
Squad and management
First team coaching staff Name Title Neil Powell Director of Rugby John Plumtree Head coach Joey Mongalo Defence coach Dave Williams Attack coach Warren Whiteley Forwards coach Philip Lemmer Forwards coach Phiwe Nomlomo Kicking and exits
Transfers
United Rugby Championship
Matches Sharks will begin their sixth URC campaign at home against Welsh side Ospreys.
Standings
URC South African Shield
EPCR Challenge Cup Having finished outside the top eight of the 2025–26 United Rugby Championship, Sharks qualified for the 2026–27 EPCR Challenge Cup. The pool stage draw will take place on 1 July 2026.
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