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On April 24, 2026, Edinburgh Rugby will host Sharks Rugby in a crucial United Rugby Championship clash at their home ground. While both teams have faced challenges in their recent outings, recent form suggests differing trajectories as they navigate the latter part of the season.
Edinburgh Rugby has struggled to find consistency, managing only one win in their last five matches. They will need to tighten their defensive structures and enhance their attacking execution, particularly in set pieces, to capitalize on home advantage. The pressure is on them to perform in front of their supporters, and they will likely aim to leverage their physicality and familiarity with the pitch.
In contrast, Sharks Rugby is enjoying a slightly more positive period, securing two victories in the same timeframe. Their effective backline and ability to exploit spaces could pose significant challenges for the Edinburgh defense. With their odds favoring an away win at 1.48 compared to Edinburgh’s 2.87, the bookies reflect the Sharks’ recent form and tactical proficiency.
As the match approaches, both sides will be eager to secure vital points, making for an intriguing contest. Predictive models suggest a 54.4% chance of an away victory, yet in rugby, anything is possible, especially when playing at home.
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| Edinburgh 33.8% |
Draw 4.6% |
Sharks 61.7% |
Outrights of United Rugby Championship Sharks: 2.14%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.8 | 21 | 1.46 | |
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2.91 | 18 | 1.45 | |
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2.63 | 21 | 1.5 | |
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2.69 | 20.06 | 1.53 |
Latest Results
| 17.04.26 Edinburgh Rugby – Zebre Rugby – 31:30 05.04.26 Leinster Rugby – Edinburgh Rugby – 49:31 28.03.26 Stormers Rugby – Edinburgh Rugby – 33:14 21.03.26 Lions Rugby – Edinburgh Rugby – 54:17 13.03.26 Edinburgh Rugby – Ulster Rugby – 19:40 |
18.04.26 Ospreys Premiership Select – Sharks Rugby – 21:17 03.04.26 Connacht Rugby – Sharks Rugby – 29:12 27.03.26 Sharks Rugby – Cardiff Rugby – 21:15 21.03.26 Sharks Rugby – Munster Rugby – 45:0 28.02.26 Blue Bulls Rugby – Sharks Rugby – 41:12 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.04.25 Edinburgh Rugby – Sharks Rugby – 17:18 13.04.24 Sharks Rugby – Edinburgh Rugby – 36:30 30.03.24 Sharks Rugby – Edinburgh Rugby – 23:13 28.01.23 Edinburgh Rugby – Sharks Rugby – 19:22 26.03.22 Sharks Rugby – Edinburgh Rugby – 5:21 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Glasgow Warriors | 15 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 401:251 | 55 |
| 2 | Stormers | 15 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 402:272 | 51 |
| 3 | Leinster | 15 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 390:320 | 51 |
| 4 | Lions | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 475:397 | 48 |
| 5 | Ulster | 15 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 420:315 | 47 |
| 6 | Munster | 15 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 324:319 | 46 |
| 7 | Cardiff Rugby | 15 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 290:295 | 46 |
| 8 | Bulls | 15 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 444:347 | 45 |
| 9 | Connacht | 15 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 369:350 | 44 |
| 10 | Ospreys | 15 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 314:342 | 34 |
| 11 | Sharks | 15 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 339:369 | 34 |
| 12 | Edinburgh | 15 | 5 | 0 | 10 | 300:370 | 28 |
| 13 | Benetton | 15 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 272:376 | 28 |
| 14 | Scarlets | 15 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 285:375 | 23 |
| 15 | Dragons | 15 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 281:404 | 21 |
| 16 | Zebre | 15 | 2 | 0 | 13 | 256:460 | 14 |
United Rugby Championship Outrights
1. Leinster: 2 (38.48%)
2. Glasgow Warriors: 4 (19.24%)
3. Stormers: 6 (12.83%)
4. Blue Bulls: 7 (10.99%)
5. Munster: 14 (5.5%)
6. Golden Lions: 19 (4.05%)
7. Ulster: 19 (4.05%)
8. Sharks: 36 (2.14%)
9. Connacht: 65 (1.18%)
10. Ospreys: 100 (0.77%)
11. Cardiff Rugby: 100 (0.77%)
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