Log-leading Griquas put Sharks XV to the sword in Kimberley Currie Cup rout
The Sharks XV briefly stunned Griquas by overturning a 19-0 deficit to lead 21-19, but the Currie Cup champions hit back to win 55-21 in Kimberley.
The Griquas dominated their Currie Cup match against the Sharks XV in Kimberley, with a final score of 55-21. This strong performance solidified their position at the top of the domestic competition. For the Sharks, it was a disappointing end to a week marked by a heavy defeat against the All Blacks, who scored 54-0 in a previous match.
The opposition was formidable, featuring a New Zealand team who could potentially face the Springboks in the first Test on August 22, as well as a confident Griquas side facing the Sharks' younger players. The match was particularly notable for its first-half scoring, with the home side leading 19-0 by the end of the first quarter.
However, the Sharks fought back and had a 21-19 lead just before halftime. Griquas regained the lead in the second half, with Dylan Maart scoring two tries and Liam Koen converting them. Despite the Sharks' efforts, they could not keep up, with the pack gradually fading and conceding penalties. Tiaan Lange completed a hat-trick for Griquas, and the match concluded with a comprehensive victory for the log-leading Griquas.
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