Despite his team's 46-19 URC defeat at home against the Stormers at the weekend, Sharks director of rugby Neil Powell is confident they can still reach the play-offs.
The Stormers cut the gap on United Rugby Championship (URC) leaders Leinster with a dominating six-try 46-19 victory over the Sharks at Kings Park.
The Sharks have once again opted against fielding a full-strength team for Saturday's United Rugby Championship clash against the Stormers at Kings Park.
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has sung the praises of Sharks director of rugby Neil Powell and said he is enjoying life under the former South Africa Sevens head coach's guidance.
Sharks boss Neil Powell was understandably delighted to see his side buck the trend and come away with a precious 22-19 away win against Edinburgh in the United Rugby Championship.
The Sharks claimed a hard-fought 22-19 victory over Edinburgh in their United Rugby Championship clash at DAM Health Stadium on Saturday.