The Sharks overcame the Griffons, while the Lions saw off Western Province in Friday evening's Currie Cup action.
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.
Western Province got their Currie Cup campaign off to a fine start with a 44-28 bonus-point victory over the Lions at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.
DHL Stadium has officially become home to Western Province Rugby following the signing of an Anchor Tenant Agreement.