Natal Sharks coach Joey Mongalo praised the leadership after Saturday's bonus-point Currie Cup win over the Golden Lions at Kings Park Stadium, which confirmed their home semifinals.
The Sharks overcame the Griffons, while the Lions saw off Western Province in Friday evening's Currie Cup action.
The Sharks scored two tries in the final five minutes to snatch a dramatic 24-22 victory over the Pumas in their Currie Cup game played in Nelspruit on Friday.
Western Province got their Currie Cup campaign off to a fine start with a 44-28 bonus-point victory over the Lions at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.
DHL Stadium has officially become home to Western Province Rugby following the signing of an Anchor Tenant Agreement.