Super Rugby is set to kick off with a reworked South edition, as the Sharks and the Lions have the honours of the first match of the South African tournament. The Cheetahs take on the Pumas in the second match. The third game of the opening round has the Bulls going up against the newly formed Griquas side.

The small series will serve as a potential selection trial for the current Rugby World Cup holders. The Springboks are scheduled to come to Australia for the revised Rugby Championship. See our full betting preview and match tips below.

Sharks vs Lions

The Lions have struggled in recent times with domestic encounters against the Sharks; losing their last seven matches. If 2019 form is anything to go by, the Sharks have won their last four Super Rugby games, which is their longest streak since their 2016 campaign. The Lions Elton Jantjies will be one to watch; he has a try assist in four of his last five games against the Sharks but interestingly hasn’t managed to get across the try line.