Springbok fullback Warrick Gelant will make his first appearance of the United Rugby Championship season for the Stormers in their encounter with Zebre Parma on Saturday.
The Sharks confirmed one of their worst-kept secrets when they announced the signing of Springbok prop Thomas du Toit on Thursday afternoon.
Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has wrung the changes ahead of Friday evening's United Rugby Championship fixture against Connacht in Galway, Ireland.
Rising star Paul de Villiers is hoping to walk in the deep footprints of the legendary Deon Fourie at the Stormers.
Leinster backline coach Tyler Bleyendaal has praised RG Snyman's unique skill set and influence as the Springbok lock returns to the squad ahead of Saturday's United Rugby Championship (URC) clash against Munster at Croke Park.
It was a tough week in the United Rugby Championship for the South African teams, apart from the Stormers, but several star players still managed to stand out with strong performances.