Hello and welcome to today’s coverage of the Cell C Sharks vs the Steval Pumas live from Growthpoint Kings Park, Durban. The defending champions, the Sharks, will look to improve on their performance which saw them secure a tough victory over a 14 man Griquas but without securing the vital bonus in the process. Patrick Lambie comes into the match day squad after being released from the Springboks squad and will add some needed depth on the bench.
The newly promoted Pumas came out and proved that they should not be considered minnows in the tournament after they put in a great performance to see off a determined Cheetahs outfit. Coach Jimmy Stonehouse has made one change to the starting lineup in the form of Lubabalo Mtyanda who comes in for Marius Coetzer who drops to the bench.
Ultimate Rugby will keep you up to date throughout the match.