A visibly disappointed Springbok prop Ox Nche said the hosts have to bounce back strongly next week to get their Rugby Championship campaign back on track.
Springbok prop Ox Nche and fullback Aphelele Fassi are expecting a physical encounter against Australia in their Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park.
Loosehead prop Ox Nche makes a welcome return to the Sharks side named to host the Lions in the return leg of the United Rugby Championship derby.
Sharks loosehead prop Ox Nche is the new No. 1 in the URC Top 100 - the ranking system which reflects performances across the URC, EPCR competitions and international rugby.
The Sharks host Stade Toulouse at Hollywoodbets Kings Park in a third match of the Investec Champions Cup group stage on Saturday.
The nominees have been revealed for the 2024 SA Rugby Awards, including an incredible cast of contenders for the Men's Player of the Year.