The Sharks have made a statement of intent, with strong bench selections and returning Springboks, but it won’t be enough against the Stormers on Saturday.
Five points on average separate these two teams in the last four visits by the Sharks to DHL Stadium. The Stormers have won all four games, but in three of those four matches, it has come down to the last few minutes. The most recent of those was a 16–15 win for the Stormers.
Sharks yet to beat Stormers at Cape Town stadium in URC
But when assessing the two teams, I think the Stormers will double this one and win by 10-plus. While the Sharks have picked a bench to close out the game with experienced Ox Nche, Siya Kolisi and Grant Williams they are vulnerable in areas, especially on their wings.
Why the Stormers will beat the Sharks in Cape Town
They have a starting pack that is solid without being spectacular. And I think the overall balance of the Stormers’ 23, and their form, will be too much for the Sharks.
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I’m saying the Stormers by more than points, and the bookies seem to feel the same, setting a handicap of -10.5 @1.89. The gut feel, go for it..
Keo’s pick: Stormers -10.5 @1.89
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