Bristol Rugby vs Sale Sharks predictions, Feb 28, 2026

English Premiership Rugby Cup, on Saturday,

Bristol Rugby

Sale Sharks

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On February 28, 2026, Bristol Rugby hosts Sale Sharks in an English Premiership Rugby Cup clash at their home ground. Bristol approaches this match looking to capitalize on their home advantage, having secured 1 win in their last 5 outings. Despite this modest form, they will aim to leverage their familiarity with the venue and engage in a high-tempo game that showcases their attacking prowess.

Conversely, Sale Sharks are on a challenging run, having failed to win any of their last 5 matches. This lack of form may weigh heavily on their confidence as they look to find solutions to recent tactical inconsistencies. The Sharks will need to regroup and adopt a more robust defensive strategy, complemented by a sharp counter-attacking approach to exploit any potential gaps in Bristol’s defense.

With bookmakers favoring Bristol at odds of 1.16 compared to Sale’s 5.61, the expectations lean towards the home side. However, the unpredictable nature of rugby always leaves room for surprises. As both teams prepare to battle it out, the outcome remains uncertain, making for an intriguing contest.

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Bristol
79.9%
Draw
3.5%
Sale Sharks
16.5%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 1.16 26.35 5.61

Latest Results

14.02.26 Bath Rugby – Bristol Rugby – 33:24
07.02.26 Bristol Rugby – Exeter Chiefs – 35:46
01.02.26 Bristol Rugby – Gloucester Rugby – 8:16
24.01.26 Exeter Chiefs – Bristol Rugby – 3:8
18.01.26 Bristol Rugby – Union Bordeaux Bègles – 15:27
20.02.26 Gloucester Rugby – Sale Sharks – 43:17
08.02.26 Sale Sharks – Bath Rugby – 19:60
31.01.26 Exeter Chiefs – Sale Sharks – 59:14
24.01.26 Sale Sharks – Northampton Saints – 29:43
17.01.26 Stade Toulousain – Sale Sharks – 77:7

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Bristol won 2.
  • Bristol is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Sale Sharks has been on a rough run of results (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • In this match, Bristol is the clear favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Bristol won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 12 matches, and goals 369:504. (average 18.5:25.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Bristol won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 5 matches, and goals 203:237. (average 20.3:23.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.01.26 Bristol Rugby – Sale Sharks – 19:17
    13.09.25 Sale Sharks – Bristol Rugby – 24:15
    16.05.25 Sale Sharks – Bristol Rugby – 41:27
    27.12.24 Bristol Rugby – Sale Sharks – 0:38
    05.01.24 Sale Sharks – Bristol Rugby – 14:22

    Standings

    2025/26

    Group A

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Exeter Chiefs 8 6 0 2 247:176 28
    2 Gloucester 7 5 0 2 174:173 24
    3 Bath 7 4 0 3 212:135 21
    4 Sale Sharks 7 2 0 5 136:229 12
    5 Bristol 7 1 0 6 158:214 7

    Group B

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Leicester Tigers 8 7 0 1 203:166 34
    2 Northampton Saints 7 5 0 2 240:183 25
    3 Saracens 7 3 0 4 231:176 20
    4 Newcastle Red Bulls 7 2 0 5 117:193 11
    5 Harlequins 7 1 0 6 163:236 8

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