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Covid-19 test results delay force Sharks to postpone naming squad to face the Griquas

The Cell C Sharks coach Sean Everitt has guided his team to the top of the standing before the Super Rugby tournament was halted due to the coronavirus.
The Cell C Sharks coach Sean Everitt has guided his team to the top of the standing before the Super Rugby tournament was halted due to the coronavirus.
Image: Steve Haag/Gallo Images

The Sharks face the Griquas in a critical Super Rugby Unlocked clash on Friday in Kimberley but will only announce their match-day squad on Thursday.

In a statement issued on Wednesday‚ the franchise said they are still awaiting the results of Covid-19 tests and they can only announce a squad once they have received the results.

“As per the Covid-19 protocol‚ the team gets tested every week and due to a delay with receiving these results we are unable to release a team today‚” the statement said.