Sale Sharks director of rugby Alex Sanderson has taken a swipe at Sharks owner Marco Masotti's lack of respect, sparking a potential grudge match ahead of their Investec Champions Cup clash. Masotti's light-hearted jibes about renaming the English team 'Sale Tuna' have not gone unnoticed by the Sale co-owner, Michelle Orange, who fired back with a playful challenge. The tension escalated when Sanderson used Masotti's comments as motivation for his team, aiming to win their second game of the season. The Sharks' poor campaign, with six losses in nine PREM games, adds fuel to the fire, as Masotti's comments have created a sense of rivalry. The teams will face off for the first time this weekend, with Sale's JP Pietersen's men facing travel challenges and a quick acclimatization to the CorpAcq Stadium's conditions. The match promises to be an intriguing encounter, with both teams aiming to prove their mettle and claim bragging rights.
