Airlink Pumas vs Hollywoodbets Sharks Prediction & Betting Tips - Currie Cup
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by Ita Emmanuel | in Currie Cup Predictions
Pumas and Sharks XV go head-to-head in 2026 Currie Cup Round 1 on Friday at Mbombela Stadium. Sharks XV are unbeaten in their last two meetings against Pumas, with their strong finish to last season further strengthening their case, hence our prediction favoring the away side.
For the Airlink Pumas, is an opportunity for revenge after last season's drama between the two sides. Airlink Pumas headed into their final Currie Cup fixture last term against Sharks XV, needing victory to qualify for the semifinals after an even 3–0–3 record.
However, they fell short as Sharks XV held firm to secure a 19–13 victory, leaving them outside the top four. The reigning SA Cup champions will target a strong start as well as revenge, but could be haunted by a subdued finish to the last campaign that saw them lose three of their last four matches.
Sharks XV played the spoiler role perfectly last season. They won all three of their final 2025 Currie Cup fixtures after losing their four opening matches. The Durban-based outfit are unbeaten in their last three trips to face Pumas at Mbombela Stadium (W2, D1).
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Airlink Pumas v Hollywoodbets Sharks Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.37 | 23 | 3.31 |
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1.37 | 23 | 3.31 |
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1.37 | 23 | 3.31 |
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1.37 | 23 | 3.31 |
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1.36 | 20 | 3.05 |
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Airlink Pumas vs Hollywoodbets Sharks Form
Airlink Pumas and Hollywoodbets Sharks Last Matches
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
23 May 2026 - SA Cup
15 May 2026 - SA Cup
8 May 2026 - SA Cup
3 May 2026 - SA Cup
26 Apr 2026 - SA Cup
17 Apr 2026 - SA Cup
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
15 May 2026 - SA Cup
8 May 2026 - SA Cup
3 May 2026 - SA Cup
17 Apr 2026 - SA Cup
29 Mar 2026 - SA Cup
13 Mar 2026 - SA Cup
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
23 May 2026 - SA Cup
26 Apr 2026 - SA Cup
11 Apr 2026 - SA Cup
6 Mar 2026 - SA Cup
5 Sept 2025 - Currie Cup
30 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
16 May 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
9 May 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
24 Apr 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
18 Apr 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
3 Apr 2026 - Challenge Cup
27 Mar 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
16 May 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
9 May 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
27 Mar 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
21 Mar 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
31 Jan 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
17 Jan 2026 - Champions Cup
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
5/6 (83%)
24 Apr 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
18 Apr 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
3 Apr 2026 - Challenge Cup
28 Feb 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
21 Feb 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
24 Jan 2026 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
Airlink Pumas vs Hollywoodbets Sharks Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
33 %
0 %
67 %
5 Sept 2025 - Currie Cup
17 Jun 2023 - Currie Cup
12 May 2023 - Currie Cup
Airlink Pumas - Hollywoodbets Sharks Key Points
- Airlink Pumas lost three of their final four Currie Cup fixtures last season.
- Airlink Pumas are winless in their last two meetings with Sharks XV.
- Sharks XV won their final three Currie Cup fixtures last season.
- Sharks XV are unbeaten in their last three away matches against Pumas.
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Our Airlink Pumas vs Hollywoodbets Sharks Prediction
We expect a closely contested matchup as the two teams look to begin their 2026 Currie Cup campaign on a winning note after disappointing campaigns last season. While home advantage could temper Pumas' chances, they haven't been successful in the last two meetings with Sharks XV.
Meanwhile, Sharks XV will look to build on their strong finish to last season. Their impressive record in recent trips to Mbombela Stadium should also give them plenty of confidence heading into this clash. Our Pumas vs Sharks XV prediction : Sharks XV +6.5 handicap.
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