Golden Lions vs Natal Sharks Predictions - Value on visitors in the handicap market

Marc Thomas

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Last updated: 26 Jul 2024

Marc Thomas 26 Jul 2024

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Lions aim to continue unbeaten streak.
Sharks have lost all three matches this season.
Close contest expected after Lions' one-point win last month.

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Sharks can compete in Johannesburg (Getty Images)

Lions vs Sharks Preview

Less than a month ago the Lions managed a one-point success against the Sharks. I feel it will be another close one this time around.

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

Lions have won their last 3 matches.
Sharks have lost their last 3 matches.
Sharks lost by a point to the Lions less than a month ago.

Head to Head

Lions beat the Sharks 26-25 less than a month ago in Durban.

Lions Form

The Lons have made a strong start to their Currie Cup campaign and are one of only two unbeaten sides.

They began the tournament with a 26-25 away win over the Sharks before humiliating the Pumas 75-21 in Nelspruit. Last week, the Lions were too strong for Griquas, winning 25-13 on home soil.

Lions Injuries & Team News

The Lions may look to make a few rotations this week.

Sharks Form

The Sharks have a proud history in the Currie Cup, but this season has not started well for the Durban side. They have lost all three games thus far.

In round one against the Lions, the Sharks had the chance to take the win with the last kick of the game, but that sailed wide, and they lost by a point. The Sharks then suffered a 34-31 defeat at Griquas in round two before going down 31-21 at home to the Pumas last weekend.

Sharks Injuries & Team News

With three defeats behind them, the Sharks will have to start picking up results. They will field their strongest available side this Saturday.

Verdict

Lions v Sharks

I am backing the Sharks to get within the 16-point handicap.

Sharks +16

Handicap

@-109.89 - 4 Units

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