Sharks coach Everitt heaps praise on Phepsi: 'I don't think he made a mistake this evening'

Sharks coach Sean Everitt heaped praise on industrious No 8 Phepsi Buthelezi who was the standout player in his side's 37-10 mauling of the Lions at Kings Park on Saturday.

Buthelezi, who scored one of the Sharks' four tries, was omnipresent throughout and walked away with the man-of-the-match accolade.

The Sharks bossed a game played in treacherous conditions and Buthelezi was at the forefront.

Buthelezi made the most metres on attack of any player on the park (70m), beat two Lions defenders and made one clean break.

The 22-year-old also made the most tackles in the game (11), with his coach understandably chuffed afterwards.

"Phepsi's been our number one eighthman throughout the URC ... we did give (Sikhumbuzo) Notshe some opportunities to get back to full fitness, but Phepsi was outstanding," Everitt told reporters.

"I don't think he made a mistake this evening, he carried well with intent, defended well and got himself involved in many battles.

"I'm really proud of him in difficult conditions, he's also improved his lineout skills. And he's a guy that prepares really well, looks after himself during the week like a true professional. He deserves the accolade he got tonight, and well done to him."

The Cell C Sharks produced a clinical performance in terrible conditions to score a comprehensive 37-10 win over the Emirates Lions in the Vodacom #URC.

The Sharks were more adept than their visitors in the wet conditions, with halfbacks Jaden Hendrikse and Curwin Bosch impressing with sound tactical displays.

"Jaden played well last week as well, he's starting to reach the form that he had when he was chosen for South Africa last year.

"Curwin managed the game exceptionally well. We only had one occasion that we had three or more