Sharks set to whip the Canes

It was against the Hurricanes in Napier last year where the Sharks showed that they’ve got a particular taste for New Zealand flesh.

It was a game they went on to lose at the death, but the message had been sent: The Sharks mean business against the New Zealand sides.

The Sharks will have to do it again on Saturday against the Hurricanes‚ who are by some distance the second best New Zealand franchise this season.

Exciting Sharks centre, Lukhanyo Am knows the Hurricanes‚ who are coached by former Sharks mentor, John Plumtree‚ aren’t easy beats.

The Hurricanes (40) will want to keep their second place on the New Zealand conference intact as it scores them a home quarterfinal as the fourth-highest team.

The Sharks (33)‚ are chasing the Jaguares (36) at the top of the SA conference.

The Jaguares‚ who beat the Hurricanes in Wellington‚ have the benefit of an early game against the Reds on Saturday to solidify their position at the top.

“We’re preparing hard for this game and we know what’s coming‚” said Am.