Bulls utility back Wandisile Simelane claims the recent difficult period has given them the opportunity to try harder and improve their overall game.
Defending Currie Cup champions the Pumas moved to the top of the table after thrashing the Griffons 64-6 in Welkom on Sunday.
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.
The Cheetahs put on a second-half blitz to blow away the Lions 52-15 in their Currie Cup clash at Ellis Park on Sunday.
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.
The Bulls finally ended their winless run with a demolition job over Griquas, while the Sharks edged the Pumas in Friday night's Currie Cup action.