After a tight first half, the Sharks were thoroughly outplayed in the second as Leinster claimed a 34-13 United Rugby Championship win at a wet RDS Arena.
Edinburgh edged out the Lions 17-16 in their United Rugby Championship clash at Hive Stadium on Saturday.
The Stormers made it two consecutive victories in the United Rugby Championship (URC) after dispatching Scarlets 52-7 at the Danie Craven Stadium.
Despite the loss in the opening weekend of the United Rugby Championship, there were enough encouraging signs for the Sharks to look ahead with confidence and optimism.
Bulls No.8 Cameron Hanekom scored a brace to help his side to a comprehensive victory over Scarlets, earning the praises of his mentor, Jake White.
Evan Roos is reinvigorated and poised to make a resounding impact as he takes the next step in his remarkable journey with the Stormers.