News24 | Plumtree sings Fassi’s praises as Sharks prioritise Challenge Cup final ahead of Cardiff URC clash

News24 | Plumtree sings Fassi’s praises as Sharks prioritise Challenge Cup final ahead of Cardiff URC clash

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Aphelele Fassi has been impressive for the Sharks this season. (Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

Aphelele Fassi has been impressive for the Sharks this season. (Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

Sharks coach John Plumtree was effusive in his praise of fullback Aphelele Fassi despite their narrow United Rugby Championship loss to Benetton on Saturday.

Fassi was the Player of the Match despite the Sharks losing 25-24, summing up the home team’s URC campaign where Fassi has been consistent even though his team found interesting ways of losing matches.

Fassi scored for the Sharks on Saturday and also had a commanding performance both on attack and defence.

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