The Lions got the better of the Griffons, while the Pumas saw off Griquas in Friday's Currie Cup action.
The Sharks overcame the Griffons, while the Lions saw off Western Province in Friday evening's Currie Cup action.
In a thrilling Currie Cup clash at Ellis Park, the Bulls secured a tense victory against the Lions with after a missed last-minute drop-goal attempt by Gianni Lombard.
The Sharks scored two tries in the final five minutes to snatch a dramatic 24-22 victory over the Pumas in their Currie Cup game played in Nelspruit on Friday.
The Sharks made a big statement in the Currie Cup as they claimed a comprehensive 41-27 bonus-point win over the Blue Bulls at Loftus on Saturday night.
The Golden Lions pulled off a stunning upset against the Pumas with a score of 26-10 at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg on Friday.