The Sharks continued to struggle on their overseas tour as they fell to a 19-5 defeat United Rugby Championship defeat against Ospreys at the Stoop.
After a tight first half, the Sharks were thoroughly outplayed in the second as Leinster claimed a 34-13 United Rugby Championship win at a wet RDS Arena.
Three of the four South African teams are on overseas duty for the second week of the United Rugby Championship, with some tough fixtures awaiting them.
Despite the loss in the opening weekend of the United Rugby Championship, there were enough encouraging signs for the Sharks to look ahead with confidence and optimism.
Former Springbok scrumhalf Francois Hougaard is returning to South Africa after signing a deal to join the Sharks.
The Hollywoodbets Sharks coach John Plumtree expressed his satisfaction with his squad and believes working hand in hand with Dave Williams will help the team in different ways.