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Bongi Mbonambi left out of Sharks squad for overseas matches

The Springbok hooker was not named in the Sharks' 28-man group for three upcoming overseas matches, and a report says he is facing a disciplinary matter.

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The Sharks' 28-man squad, named on Wednesday for three upcoming overseas matches, does not include Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi, according to The South African.

Bongi Mbonambi's status with the Sharks

Mbonambi has not been part of Sharks training or recent matchday squads, and is believed to be fully fit, the same report says. His Springbok prospects have appeared to be in jeopardy in recent seasons.

Rapport reports that Mbonambi is facing a disciplinary matter over a breach of team protocols during a pre-season team-building session, and that his Sharks contract could be under threat.

Key facts

  • The Sharks named a 28-man squad on Wednesday for three upcoming overseas matches.
  • Mbonambi was not in that squad.
  • The Sharks injury list named Eben Etzebeth, Fez Mbatha, Hendre Stassen, Makazole Mapimpi, Phepsi Buthelezi, Vusi Moyo and Yaw Penxe as injured.
  • Mbonambi was not on the Sharks injury list.
  • Rapport reports that Mbonambi ignored head coach JP Pietersen's instruction during the team-building session.

Where Mbonambi stands

Mbonambi's name is absent from the injury list the Sharks released, which named seven other players as injured. Fans wanting the latest Sharks fixtures and results can follow our Sharks team page and the rugby results section. More pro rugby news is also available on RuckBee Daily.

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