The Lions cemented top spot on the Currie Cup table with an away win over the Bulls while Griquas beat the Cheetahs in Kimberley.
The Sharks are back at Kings Park for the final two rounds of the Currie Cup competition, hosting the Griffons on Saturday in the penultimate pool match.
The Pumas strengthened their bid for a play-off spot and intensified the pressure on the Cheetahs by securing a 45-26 victory over the Griffons in Welkom on Sunday.
Sharks head coach JP Pietersen revealed that the Sharks are looking at the bigger picture ahead of an intense international season across two competitions.
The Lions cemented second place on the Currie Cup table with an away win over the Cheetahs while the Sharks beat Western Province in Cape Town.
The Blue Bulls continued their dominance in the Currie Cup, securing a convincing 47-24 victory over the Griquas at Loftus Versfeld on Friday night.