Sharks v Leinster: Five takeaways as Springboks stars ‘at the forefront’ of hosts’ onslaught in memorable win over champions

Following the Sharks’ 26-20 over Leinster in their United Rugby Championship (URC) clash at Hollywoodbets Kings Park in Durban on Saturday, Planet Rugby picks out five takeaways from the thrilling action.

The top line

As expected, this encounter was tightly contested and there was little interesting to report during the early exchanges as the sides’ defences cancelled each other out during that period. However, the visitors eventually opened the scoring in the 11th minute when Robbie Henshaw crossed for the first try which was converted by Caspar Gabriel.

Ten minutes later, Manu Tshituka dotted down for the Sharks with Vusi Moyo