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Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

Chip ahead from Swarts and miscommunication sees the Sharks mess up at the back allowing Haznar to pounce

Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

Griquas take a 10-6 lead over the defending champion Sharks into halftime. Griquas opened the scoring with an early try to lead 7-0, but the Sharks clawed back into it with two successful penalties. A late Griquas penalty gives the visitors a four point advantage at the break.

Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

Sharks caught offside

Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

Griquas off their feet at the breakdown

Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

Tackler not rolling away

Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

Show and go and Burger snipes over from close range after the Jordaan break

Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

A moment of silence in respect of the passing of Springbok legend James Small.

Ultimate Rugby Jul 7

The Sharks will look to get the defence of their Currie Cup title off to a strong start as they host Griquas in the opening round. The Sharks beat Western Province 17-12 in last years final, while Griquas finished second from bottom recording just a single victory.