The Canon Eagles in Japan have confirmed the arrival of another South African on their books in Sharks centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg.
Lions flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse is currently in talks with the Sharks about a potential move, but the details are still being ironed out.
Springbok stars Ox Nche and Makazole Mapimpi both scored twice while Lukhanyo Am also got on the scoresheet as the Sharks thumped Oyonnax 38-7 in Saturday's Challenge Cup clash in Durban.
Having recovered successfully from injury, centre Dan du Plessis is enthusiastic and ready for action in the Stormers' first match of the new year.
South Africa's rugby franchises again led the way as the United Rugby Championship broke another attendance record this past weekend.
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen was full of praise for the way his players were able to come back from a poor first half and turn the tables on the Sharks.