Saturday's return leg United Rugby Championship clash between the Sharks and Stormers at Kings Park promises to bring fireworks for the fans.
The Canon Eagles in Japan have confirmed the arrival of another South African on their books in Sharks centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg.
Lions flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse is currently in talks with the Sharks about a potential move, but the details are still being ironed out.
Springbok stars Ox Nche and Makazole Mapimpi both scored twice while Lukhanyo Am also got on the scoresheet as the Sharks thumped Oyonnax 38-7 in Saturday's Challenge Cup clash in Durban.
Having recovered successfully from injury, centre Dan du Plessis is enthusiastic and ready for action in the Stormers' first match of the new year.
South Africa's rugby franchises again led the way as the United Rugby Championship broke another attendance record this past weekend.