It’s the battle of the Sharks!

The Sale Sharks and Hollywoodbets Sharks square off Jan. 10 in a true intercontinental matchup, as the Champions Cup returns with a Pool 1 clash that still carries meaning for both sides.

The action kicks off at 12:30 p.m. ET from the CorpAcq Stadium. Stream it live on FloRugby.

Sale enters the weekend looking to sharpen its European position after a split start to the competition. 

A 35-14 win over Clermont in Round 2 showed Sale’s ability to control territory and tempo, even as recent domestic form included a narrow 19-17 loss to the Bristol Bears. That balance between physical pressure and structured attack will be central again Friday.

For the Hollywoodbets Sharks, this fixture represents a chance to reset their Champions Cup campaign. 

Losses to Connacht and Toulouse in the opening rounds have put pressure on results, but the South African side has remained competitive in tight moments, including a 23-22 URC loss to the Lions last week.

2026 Sale Sharks vs Hollywoodbets Sharks

Beyond the standings, the appeal is clear. 

This is two clubs built on forward power and defensive bite, sharing a name and a mindset and meeting with pride and progression on the line. 

Pool 1 may not be settled here, but this battle of the Sharks promises a focused, physical contest.

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