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Sharks coach John Plumtree admitted his team’s 28-24 victory over Glasgow Warriors in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday came as huge relief.
With his team’s backs to the wall after three defeats the coach had a bit of a nervy week as he made wholesale changes to his squad for the home clash against the defending champions.
His healthy Springbok contingent responded with the desired energy and urgency and helped them get the victory the coach admitted was a must-win fixture.
“I think so. When you’re four games in with three losses it is not ideal,” said Plumtree. “It was a bit of a nervous week for us. Bringing all the boys back, with a short week as well with the travel back there were lots of elements that I was pretty worried about.”
The coach used the familiarity his Bok contingent have built over the years to help guide the team in the build-up and during the game. “I sort of relied on Eben (Etzebeth) bringing them all together. Just the relationships they have with each other. You could see we’re a bit rusty but there were moments in the game where we got our game going and showed what we can do.”