Despite missing some of their key England internationals, the Sharks should rightfully ooze confidence against league leaders Bath having not lost a domestic fixture in the North-West for over a year.
Interview: Bath boss Johann van Graan and Head of Rugby at the University of Bath Aaron James chatted to Will Gupwell about why a strong synergy between both parties is benefitting the club’s emerging talents.
New Zealand clash might have come too soon for Hill, but given the number of back-rowers on Borthwick’s radar, the 25-year-old is back in a position to grasp an opportunity should it come his way.
Last year’s meeting at The Stoop was a madcap 40-36 affair but perhaps Quins’ recent win over Saracens is a sign of things to come for Danny Wilson’s side.
Bath Rugby faced a tough defeat at the hands of local rivals Bristol Bears, falling 26-36 at The Rec in an action-packed Gallagher Premiership derby on Saturday.
Bath came up with a five-try performance as they sealed a 38-16 win over Northampton Saints in the opening round of the Gallagher Premiership at The Recreation Ground on Saturday.