Craig Ray, writing for the South African Times, picks over the controversial issue of transformation in the Currie Cup.
"South African rugby this week ducked its head below the parapet over the lack of black player representation in the Currie Cup and in professional rugby generally.
It was left to Sharks coach John Plumtree to defend the status quo.
The Sharks started the furore by picking an all-white team against the Blue Bulls in round one, prompting SA Rugby Union president Oregan Hoskins to angrily fire off letters to the 14 provincial presidents.
What the letters said has not been disclosed, but it's not the first time Hoskins has complained to the provinces and it's not the first time they have ignored him."