Sharks centre Andre Esterhuisen is under no illusions as to the challenge ahead if they are to fight their way into the United Rugby Championship playoffs.
Sharks head coach JP Pietersen expressed disappointment at his side's second-half collapse following their 29-12 defeat to Connacht in Galway.
The Sharks' injury woes deepened on Friday as rising backline talent Luan Giliomee was forced off during their 21-15 win over Cardiff at Kings Park.
The Sharks strengthened their push for a United Rugby Championship play-off place with a hard-fought 21-15 victory over Cardiff in humid, slippery conditions in Durban on Friday night.
Sharks head coach JP Pietersen admits his side is still searching for consistency after an up-and-down run of results in the United Rugby Championship.
The Sharks have largely stuck with a winning formula for Friday evening's United Rugby Championship clash against Cardiff, as they continue their push for a top-eight finish.