Sharks vs Lions Predictions - Lions tipped for victory in Durban

Marc Thomas

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Last updated: 04 Jul 2024

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Marc Thomas 04 Jul 2024

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Lions have a strong squad due to URC depth.
Sharks finished 2nd last season but face key player absences.
Lions to cover the -7 handicap against a weakened Sharks side.

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Lions can beat Sharks in Durban (Getty images)

Sharks vs Lions Preview

The Lions have a decent squad for this Currie Cup season, thanks to the depth built during the URC. They should be too good in Durban.

Sharks vs Lions Preview
Head to Head
Sharks Form
Sharks Injuries & Team News
Lions Form
Lions Injuries & Team News

Sharks won their last home match against the Lions.
Sharks finished 2nd on the 2023 Currie Cup table.
Lions lost 8 of their 14 matches last season.

Head to Head

Sharks beat the Lions 29-21 in their last encounter.

Sharks Form

The Sharks had a good season last time out, finishing second on the table. They won 10 of their 14 round robin games, losing four and finished just three points off top.

However, in the semi-final on home soil, the Sharks suffered a 26-20 loss to the Pumas against all odds. They will want to go one better this year at the very least.

Sharks Injuries & Team News

The Sharks are one of the most effected sides with the loss of internationals. Many other players who featured in the URC will also not play as this is their rest period.

Lions Form

Lions managed just six wins in 14 games last season. They finished in sixth place, just two points off the semi-final spots.

As one of the most successful sides in the Currie Cup, the Golden Lions will want to challenge this season.

Lions Injuries & Team News

The Lions are not as affected as some others with the loss of Springbok players, but their URC players also can’t play as they need to rest following a long season.

Verdict

Sharks v Lions

The Lions can cover the -7 handicap against a Sharks side missing too many key players.

Lions -7

Handicap

@-109.89 - 4 Units

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