Gianni Lombard scored the crucial points as a formidable defensive performance powered Sharks to a low-scoring 15-5 win over Munster.

The Sharks earned a 15-5 victory over Munster at a rainy Thomond Park, securing back-to-back away wins for the first time in the United Rugby Championship. Gianni Lombard led the scoring for the visitors, crossing for an opening try off a Zekhethelo Siyaya kick and adding a penalty alongside a late conversion to hold off the Irish province.
JJ Hanrahan kicked a penalty before half-time to keep Munster within touching distance, but Ivan van Zyl sealed the win for the Sharks following an assist from captain Nick Hatton. In other URC action, Dragons claimed a 35-14 bonus-point win over Zebre at Rodney Parade.
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