The Sharks face ASM Clermont Auvergne in the semifinals of the EPCR Challenge Cup at the Twickenham Stoop in London on Saturday.
It's been a disappointing season by their own high standards, but the Sharks are eyeing a shot at redemption in this weekend's Challenge Cup semi-finals.
The final two United Rugby Championship clashes will provide the Sharks with ample preparation for their mammoth Challenge Cup semifinal against Clermont Auvergne in London.
The Cheetahs departed on Tuesday for their Challenge Cup Round of 16 clash against Clermont Auvergne.