The Sharks had very little to smile about as they fell to a disappointing 38-19 United Rugby Championship (URC) defeat to Benetton at Stadio Monigo.
The Sharks pulled their fat out of the fire as they snatched a 33-30 URC win over the Dragons at Rodney Parade thanks to Fez Mbatha's last-gasp try.
The Sharks bungled a 20-point half-time lead to lose 36-30 against Connacht in their United Rugby Championship clash at Dexcom Stadium.
The Sharks' United Rugby Championship campaign kicks off this weekend with a trip to Galway in Ireland to take on Connacht at Dexcom Stadium on Saturday evening.
The Sharks were crowned 2024 Currie Cup champions after Jordan Hendrikse kicked a 59m penalty after the full-time hooter to clinch the title against the Lions at Ellis Park.
Lions full-back Tapiwa Mafura understands his teammates will rely on his experience to help them win the Currie Cup title against the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday.