2021-22 United Rugby Championship – Lions vs Sharks Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When is Lions vs Sharks taking place? Lions vs Sharks will take place on Saturday 22nd January, 2022 at 13:00 (UK)

Where is Lions vs Sharks taking place? Lions vs Sharks will take place at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg

Where can I get tickets for Lions vs Sharks? Ticket information for Lions vs Sharks can be found on each side’s official website

What TV channel is Lions vs Sharks on in the UK? Lions vs Sharks will be televised live on Premier Sports

Where can I stream Lions vs Sharks in the UK? Premier Sport subscribers can stream Lions vs Sharks live on Premier Player

THE PREDICTION

The Lions lost both of their recent Currie Cup fixtures at Western Province and at home to Pumas on Wednesday in a 9-50 hammering that does not bode well ahead of a meeting from in-form Sharks on a two-match winning streak. The visitors won both of their most recent meetings in the Rainbow Cup last summer by a margin of eight at home and 12 on the road, so taking the Sharks to win and perhaps cover -5 here looks a reasonable option.