Ospreys vs Sale Sharks Prediction & Betting Tips - Challenge Cup
by Devesh Jaganath | in Challenge Cup Prediction
In the EPCR Challenge Cup round of 16, Ospreys will play host to the Sale Sharks on Saturday evening. The Ospreys have opted to hold the match at the smaller Brewery Field, marking the first European game to be played in Bridgend since the now-defunct Celtic Warriors defeated Perpignan 16-15 in January 2004. While the Ospreys may not attract as much attention in the headlines, they have quietly demonstrated their prowess in the URC, emerging as the highest-placed Welsh region in seventh position. Finishing third in Pool 2 during the group stages, they secured three wins and a loss, trailing behind Pool winners Benneton by just one point. Managing to overcome the Lions, the Ospreys avoided a third consecutive loss after previous defeats against Munster and Edinburgh. Nonetheless, hosting Sale Sharks poses a formidable challenge for them, especially considering their recent two losses against this opponent. Despite this, the hosts are favored to win in this encounter.
Meanwhile, the Sale Sharks displayed brilliance by snapping their losing streak with a commanding win against the Exeter Chiefs last week, injecting a surge of confidence after securing their first victory in seven matches. Tom Roebuck played a pivotal role, running in a hat-trick in the Sale Sharks' resounding 41-5 triumph. Despite their recent triumph, the English side endured a lackluster Champions Cup campaign, finishing fourth in Pool 4 with just one win from their four matches. Moreover, Sale has struggled on the road since November of last year, with their last away victory coming against the Bristol Bears with a scoreline of 27-13. In preparation for their upcoming match, Sale has opted for significant changes in their lineup compared to the squad that secured victory against Exeter last week. Only four starters remain from that match, with notable figures such as England internationals George Ford and Manu Tuilagi being rested for the upcoming fixture.
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The Best Betting Odds for Ospreys v Sale Sharks Match
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Ospreys vs Sale Sharks Form
Ospreys and Sale Sharks Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
30 Mar 2024 - Pro 12
22 Mar 2024 - Pro 12
1 Mar 2024 - Pro 12
18 Feb 2024 - Pro 12
21 Jan 2024 - Challenge Cup
12 Jan 2024 - Challenge Cup
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
5/6 (83%)
31 Mar 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
24 Mar 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
28 Jan 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
21 Jan 2024 - Champions Cup
13 Jan 2024 - Champions Cup
5 Jan 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
Ospreys - Sale Sharks Key Points
- Ospreys won three of their four group-stage games
- Ospreys have won seven of their last ten games in all competitions
- Ospreys have won six of their last seven home games
- Sale Sharks are on a seven-match losing streak in away games
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Our Ospreys vs Sale Sharks Prediction
Ospreys come into this match in better form and looked very good in overcoming the Lions in their last match at home. The Sharks also got a much-needed win last time out, but their form this year has been questionable, and their away record is far from impressive. This should be an entertaining watch, but we fancy the hosts to come away with the win. Our Ospreys vs Sale Sharks prediction: Ospreys to win the match.
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