The Sharks have reportedly entered the race to sign Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx, potentially complicating the Bulls‘ efforts to bring the double Rugby World Cup winner back to South Africa.

According to reports on Sunday, the Sharks are exploring the possibility of recruiting the 32-year-old, who is currently contracted to Japan’s Kubota Spears until June 2027.

The Bulls have made no secret of their interest in Marx and have reportedly been pursuing his signature for the past two months.

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However, they could now face competition from their United Rugby Championship (URC) rivals in Durban, where uncertainty surrounding Bongi Mbonambi’s future

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