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Edinburgh vs Sharks Predictions - Sharks are backed to win on the road in a URC clash
This article previews the upcoming rugby match between Edinburgh and the Sharks. With Edinburgh showcasing a mixed home form and the Sharks struggling on the road, experts still favor the Sharks to cover a -5.5 handicap due to their impressive head-to-head record. Edinburgh recently secured a home win against Zebre, while the Sharks come off a loss to Ospreys. The Sharks have welcomed back star player Siya Kolisi, adding depth to their lineup, despite injury troubles. Both teams are mid-table, looking for a crucial win.
- Sharks are favored with -5.5 handicap.
- Edinburgh has a mixed recent home record.
- Sharks have struggled away recently.
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Sharks backed to win away (Getty Images)
Edinburgh vs Sharks Predictions
Sharks are favourites on the road, with an impressive head-to-head record. My best bet is the Sharks to cover the -5.5 handicap.
- Edinburgh vs Sharks Predictions
- Head to Head
- Edinburgh Form
- Edinburgh Injuries & Team News
- Sharks Form
- Sharks Injuries & Team News
- Edinburgh have won 3 of their last 5 home matches.
- Edinburgh have won 1 of their last 5 encounters against the Sharks.
- Edinburgh come into this match on the back of a 31-30 home win against Zebre.
- Sharks have won 1 of their last 5 away matches.
- Sharks come into this match on the back of a 21-17 loss at Ospreys.
Head to Head
Edinburgh have won one of their last five encounters against the Sharks.
Edinburgh Form
Edinburgh have had a mixed run of form at home, winning three of their last five home matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 31-30 win against Zebre.
Their previous home results include a win against Gloucester (26-24), a loss against the Bulls (19-17), a win against Scarlets (24-19), and a loss against Ulster (40-19).
Edinburgh are currently 12th in the United Rugby Championship, with 28 points after 15 matches.
Edinburgh Injuries & Team News
Riley Higgins (centre) has signed a three-year deal and is considered a major addition for the 2026/27 season.
Former Scotland U20 wing Geordie Gwynn will be joining on a three-year deal.
Prop Boan Venter is confirmed to be leaving at the end of the season to join the Emirates Lions.
Tim Sampson has been appointed as the new Attack Coach on a two-year deal, and Brad Davis has been appointed as the new Defence Coach on a two-year deal.
The club is focusing on developing its academy products, with several young players making significant impacts in recent matches.
Sharks Form
Sharks are experiencing a poor run of form on the road, having won one of their last five matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 21-17 loss at Ospreys.
Their previous away results include a win at the Stormers (30-19), followed by losses at the Lions (34-22), the Bulls (41-12), and Connacht (29-12).
The Sharks are currently 11th in the United Rugby Championship, with 34 points after 15 matches.
Sharks Injuries & Team News
Sharks have welcomed the return of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi
Injuries include:
Centre/wing Ethan Hooker (shoulder)
Lock Eben Etsebeth (Hip)
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