Loosehead prop Ox Nche makes a welcome return to the Sharks side named to host the Lions in the return leg of the United Rugby Championship derby.
Sharks winger Yaw Penxe is eager to make amends for their disappointing United Rugby Championship loss at the hands of the Lions last weekend.
The Lions delivered a commanding performance at Ellis Park to dismantle the Sharks 38-14 in a wet and scrappy South African URC derby.
The Sharks claimed a hard-fought 29–19 victory over the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld, securing a crucial bonus point in the process.
The Sharks delivered a commanding performance to defeat Cardiff 42-22 at the Arms Park on Saturday, earning a crucial bonus-point win in the United Rugby Championship.
With the completion of the Champions Cup pool stages, the Sharks' focus now shifts to the United Rugby Championship and week 10 action which resumes this weekend after a three-week break.