Connacht produced a dominant second-half display to beat a depleted Sharks side 29-12 in their EPCR Challenge Cup Round of 16 clash at the Dexcom Stadium in Galway on Friday night.
Sharks head coach JP Pietersen is aiming to blend youth and experience when they face Connacht in the Challenge Cup Round of 16 on Friday night.
The Sharks will welcome back Eben Etzebeth for their upcoming Challenge Cup round of 16 clash against Connacht after the Springbok lock completed his suspension.
Loose forward Nick Hatton revealed the Sharks are expecting a tough match against Connacht in Ireland but are excited for the opportunity to show what they can do.
Sharks head coach JP Pietersen urged his side to use the momentum they have from the United Rugby Championship in their Challenge Cup clash against Connacht.
Emile van Heerden says his recent run of form for the Sharks is the result of finally gaining continuity after several injury-hit seasons, as the lock continues to step up in the absence of Eben Etzebeth.