Munster posted a statement victory in their quest for back-to-back United Rugby Championship (URC) titles as they beat the Bulls 27-22 at Loftus Versfeld.
The Lions took full advantage of going up against a weakened Leinster outfit at Ellis Park on Sunday, as they romped to a 44-12 URC victory.
The Sharks halted a run of four wins in all competitions as they failed to overcome the absence of their frontline stars in a 21-10 URC defeat to Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun Stadium.
The Bulls return to Loftus Versveld for a monster clash in round 14 of the 2023/24 United Rugby Championship this Saturday afternoon.
The final two United Rugby Championship clashes will provide the Sharks with ample preparation for their mammoth Challenge Cup semifinal against Clermont Auvergne in London.
The Bulls and SA Rugby have reportedly received an official letter demanding an explanation for why the Pretoria outfit fielded a weakened side in their Champions Cup quarter-final.