The Sharks could play Eben Etzebeth as early as next week as they hope that his long battle with concussion is about to end.
Springbok winger Makazole Mapimpi has signed a contract to remain at the Sharks for a further two years.
The Lions were close, but ultimately not close enough to secure back-to-back wins against the Sharks in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.
Sharks coach John Plumtree reflected on their gutsy 25-22 win over the Lions which secured them conference honours in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.
The Sharks maintained their position in the top-four of the United Rugby Championship (URC) standings after a narrow 25-22 victory against the Lions at Kings Park on Saturday.
The Sharks slumped to a disastrous defeat to the Lions in their United Rugby Championship clash on Saturday, drawing the ire of coach John Plumtree.