REPORT: Sharks chapter over for double World Cup winner?

NEWS: Bongi Mbonambi is reportedly facing an uncertain future at the Sharks.

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Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 5:41 PM

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Bongi Mbonambi reportedly faces an uncertain Sharks future amid an ongoing disciplinary process for alleged misconduct.
The 35-year-old hooker allegedly breached team socialising rules during a pre-season camp set by coach JP Pietersen.
Teammates Fez Mbatha and Eduan Swart reportedly received written warnings, while Trevor Nyakane is set to avoid punishment.

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Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi reportedly faces an uncertain future with the Sharks as he awaits the outcome of a lengthy disciplinary process. The issue stems from alleged misconduct during a pre-season team-building camp at a private lodge prior to August 11, where coach JP Pietersen's socialising rules were breached.

According to Rapport, Mbonambi, Fez Mbatha, Eduan Swart, and Trevor Nyakane socialised into Wednesday morning against team rules. Mbatha and Swart reportedly received written warnings, while Mbonambi's senior squad status has lengthened the process. He is expected to learn his fate within two weeks.

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REPORT: Sharks chapter over for double World Cup winner?

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