Sharks coach John Plumtree says he’s looking forward to the challenge of playing back-to-back matches against the Lions.
There is much at stake in the Vodacom URC for both teams as they prepare to clash at Ellis Park on Saturday and again at Kings Park seven days later. The Sharks are fourth on the log and still in contention for a top-two finish, while the Lions are 12th and desperate to qualify for the playoffs for the first time.
“The Lions are a very dangerous side and they’ve shown that throughout the season,” Plumtree said on Thursday. “Underestimate them at your peril.
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