Overview
- The Sharks host Saracens at Kings Park on Saturday in Investec Champions Cup Round Two after opening with a 56-19 defeat in France.
- Franchise legend JP Pietersen takes charge for the first time as interim coach.
- André Esterhuizen is set for his 100th Sharks appearance and notes he remains a specialist centre despite covering flank for the Springboks.
- Senior internationals Ox Nché, Bongi Mbonambi, Siya Kolisi, Grant Williams and Ethan Hooker have rejoined the squad following the November series.
- Saracens arrive off a commanding 47-10 Round One win over Clermont, while Sharks leaders report hard training and “honest conversations” to reset standards.