Super Rugby team of the week: Sharks sniff blood

The Sharks’ first victory of 2018 translated into a substantial number of their players galloping into team of the week.

It was a performance that featured brilliantly attacking play from both forwards and backs, though it must be said it was wonderfully satisfying to see Beast Mtawarira back to his rampaging best.

The Lions, despite some woeful tackling later on, could boast a few stars from the weekend while the Bulls’ promising first half in Brisbane at least counted for something…