The Sharks produced a statement performance to defeat the Stormers 30-19 in a United Rugby Championship clash at a sold-out Cape Town Stadium, ending the hosts' perfect start to the season.
The Lions were forced to settle for a second consecutive draw in difficult conditions as they shared the spoils 24-24 with the Ospreys in a United Rugby Championship clash on Friday night.
The Vodacom Bulls dug deep to claim a dramatic 19-17 win over Edinburgh on Friday night, sealing their first-ever United Rugby Championship victory in the Scottish capital after a tense comeback.
The indomitable Stormers have been boosted by the return of three Springboks in their backline for the URC derby against the Sharks at DHL Stadium on Saturday.
Lions forwards coach Wessel Roux says the team wrapped up a review of last week’s loss to Perpignan as they prepare to face the Ospreys in a pivotal United Rugby Championship fixture in Wales tonight.
The Bulls have unveiled a refreshed matchday 23 for their United Rugby Championship encounter with Edinburgh this weekend.