Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro, Stellenbosch's Steve Barker and Rulani Mokwena of Mamelodi Sundowns have each had their stance on Patrick Maswanganyi, Iqraam Rayners and Ronwen Williams' chances of being named Player of the Season.
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South African rugby enjoyed a stellar weekend in which it flexed its muscular depth in every department. The Bulls, Stormers and Lions are now in the top eight on the log after 12 rounds, while the Sharks moved off the foot of the table.
Sandile Ngcobo has been demoted at his request following a stuttering Sevens season. This comes after a string of poor performances which include finishing ninth and 11th out of 12 in the past two events, in Vancouver and Los Angeles.