Sense of optimism in Sharks camp

Sharks players are feeling optimistic again despite the difficult-to-swallow loss against Toulouse last weekend and the prospect of a match-up that will be at least as challenging this Sunday.

- Nicholas Zaal

The Sharks will play against pool leaders Bordeaux Bègles with only one win after three games in their Champions Cup campaign.

The Sharks either need a win or a losing bonus point to ensure that neither of the two bottom-ranked sides, Ulster and Exeter Chiefs, threaten to overtake them in fourth on the log if they were to win with a bonus point.