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Eben Etzebeth's 12-week ban for eye-gouging Wales’ Alex Mann nears its end. The Springboks lock has missed 11 matches since the incident during South Africa's 73-0 victory in December. This weekend's clash against Cardiff at Kings Park Stadium marks the final game of his suspension. Etzebeth returns just in time for the Sharks’ Challenge Cup round of 16 match against Connacht next week. His comeback is crucial for head coach JP Pietersen as the Sharks sit 11th in the URC standings, needing wins to secure a playoff spot. The Sharks face an injury crisis, with several Springboks sidelined, including Aphelele Fassi and Siya Kolisi. As the last South African team in the Challenge Cup, the Sharks aim for a strong finish. A victory over Connacht could lead to a quarter-final showdown against Montpellier or Perpignan.
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