Sharks coach John Plumtree wants to use this weekend’s clash to get his side ready for their Challenge Cup last 16 match against Zebre. Picture: Steve Haag Sports/Gallo ImagesThe Durban side have made it known that they have thrown in the towel in terms of making the last eight of the URC because of the bad start they had. Making the playoffs of the URC would have seen them qualify for next season’s Champions Cup.
“Our focus is not around the opposition; our focus is on getting our own side running really well. We said the two games in the URC were about us getting cohesion, creating some competition and creating a side against Zebre that can get the job done.
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