Sharks score six tries in win over Cardiff at Arms Park
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 8:53 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

The Sharks secured victory over Cardiff at the Arms Park in the United Rugby Championship, becoming the first team to defeat Cardiff at home this year. The match saw the Sharks take a 17-7 lead at halftime with three tries, before Cardiff fought back with two tries from James Botham. However, the Sharks responded with three additional tries in the second half, sealing their win with a final score of 36-21. Cardiff struggled at the set-piece and missed opportunities to score further points. The defeat marks a rare home loss for Cardiff, who had only previously lost once at home this season, in December 2025.
- •Sharks lead 17-7 at halftime.
- •James Botham scores two tries for Cardiff.
- •Sharks secure win with three second-half tries.
- •Esterhuizen injured early for Sharks.
- •Cardiff's last home loss was in December 2025.
- 8:53 PMBBC Sport — Six-try Sharks condemn Cardiff to rare home defeat
"Sharks score six tries to become first side to beat Cardiff at the Arms Park in 2026 in the United Rugby Championship.
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