The Sharks overcame the Griffons, while the Lions saw off Western Province in Friday evening's Currie Cup action.
There were wins for the Sharks and Western Province on Friday as the Currie Cup season continued its march towards an exciting climax next month.
The Sharks made a big statement in the Currie Cup as they claimed a comprehensive 41-27 bonus-point win over the Blue Bulls at Loftus on Saturday night.
The Sharks defeated the Griquas 24-6 at Kings Park on Saturday to consolidate third place on the Currie Cup table, before Western Province thrashed the Blue Bulls.
The Free State Cheetahs made a comeback in the second half to defeat Western Province 26-17 on Saturday, claiming top spot in the Currie Cup standings.
Western Province secured a bonus-point win of 47-28 against Griffons at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town during the Currie Cup on Saturday.