Sharks Scramble to Victory over Saracens in Precious Start to JP Pietersen Era

Sharks scramble to victory over Saracens in precious start to JP Pietersen era

The Sharks beat Saracens on Saturday night in Durban to launch a fresh era under new coach JP Pietersen.

Sharks v Saracens: Five takeaways as Andre Esterhuizen 'turns the tide' in monsoon conditions with Springboks firing against ill-disciplined Sarries

Following the Sharks' 28-23 victory over Saracens, here are our five takeaways from the Investec Champions Cup clash in Durban.

JP brings joy as Sharks hold off Saracens

The Sharks launched the JP Pietersen era with a bonus-point Investec Champions Cup win over Saracens at a rain-soaked Kings Park on Saturday. Trailing 15-7 late in the first half, the hosts struck twice before the break to take the lead and then scored a crucial fourth try at the end of the third quarter. The 28-23 win keeps the Durban-based franchise in playoff contention after a youthful side lost 56-19 at Toulouse in John Plumtree’s last matc…