WATCH: Sharks unveil new jersey — designed by a fan — for new URC season

The second edition of the URC gets underway next weekend, with the Stormers as defending champions.

Sharks players Aphelele Fassi and Marnus Potgieter in training ahead of the new URC season. Picture: Steve Haag/Gallo Images

The Sharks have unveiled their new-look jersey for the 2022/23 United Rugby Championship season.

According to the Sharks, the jersey was designed by a fan, namely Lee James Retief, who lives in the UK.

In 2021, the Sharks ran a competition in which fans were invited to submit their designs for a new playing jersey.

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The Sharks kick off their URC challenge against Zebre Parma in Italy on Friday September 23.

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