The Stormers are intent on taking the "next step" in their growth as a team as they face their first-ever away play-off in the URC in Glasgow.
Sharks coach John Plumtree admitted there have been trying times at the helm, but ultimately there are plenty of positives to take from the season.
The Bulls secured a top-two finish in the United Rugby Championship (URC) following a 26-14 bonus-point win over the Sharks in Durban.
The Stormers claimed a 29-24 victory over the Lions despite playing almost half the game with 14-men in Cape Town on Saturday.
Leinster boosted their hopes of a top-two finish in the BKT United Rugby Championship with a 33-7 bonus point win over Connacht at the RDS Arena.
The Bulls have named a fully loaded team for Saturday's final regular game of the URC season against the Sharks, with a chance to finish top of the table on the line.