Sharks vs Lions Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction

The Durban-based outfit come into this game in encouraging form. They have enjoyed playing in front of their home fans, and through their physical pack, dynamic outlets, and experienced figures through their squad, they have quickly seen results improve, and belief around Kings Park develop. 
The discipline and pride JP Pietersen’s side have shown week in and week out has already paid dividends, but their impressive game management when they find themselves under pressure has returned the gloss to this proud rugby franchise. 

The head coach recently remarked that he wants to see pride restored to the jersey. There aren’t too many more ways to show that other than defensive stability in their own five-meter line and attacking conversion in the so-called “red zone”.  They face a side committed to open play here, but the hosts’ discipline could possibly add an extra edge.

The Lions come into this game off the back of a largely frustrating few fixtures. Their inconsistency has been their biggest hurdle, and even with an incredibly competitive squad, they have failed to find a run of form.

The one aspect they have managed to hold onto is their ability to take advantage of open play, though. Where opponents allow them to launch counter-attacking waves, they are absolutely devastating. Again, they struggle on the road, though, and now see their entire URC season hanging on by its last few threads.