SALE boss Alex Sanderson insists his side’s title challenge will be based on their solid defence.
The Sharks appear well placed to finish in the play-offs for the first time since their solitary Premiership championship in 2006.
“There were many pleasing aspects tonight and our attacking play looks slick,” Sanderson said. “The best sides in the Premiership have the best defences. Defences win championships.
“There were so many outstanding performances and we have guys to come back in as well, the likes of Manu Tuilagi and Rohan Janse van Rensburg.”
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