The Sharks' injury woes deepened on Friday as rising backline talent Luan Giliomee was forced off during their 21-15 win over Cardiff at Kings Park.
The Sharks strengthened their push for a United Rugby Championship play-off place with a hard-fought 21-15 victory over Cardiff in humid, slippery conditions in Durban on Friday night.
Bulls coach Joahn Ackermann is under no illusions as to the challenge that awaits as his side heads into the business end of the United Rugby Championship.
The Bulls have made several tactical adjustments to the side that faced the Stormers last week as they look to get their United Rugby Championship campaign back on track against Cardiff on Friday.
Bulls lock Ruan Nortje says his side must improve their accuracy and execution after a 32-19 United Rugby Championship defeat to the Stormers left their playoff hopes under pressure.
Bulls star Sebastien de Klerk is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a suspected broken foot against the Stormers.