All Blacks and Chiefs scrum-half Brendon Leonard will be out of action for six months after having surgery on his knee.
The Sharks claimed the last semi-final place in this year's Super 14 thanks to a 47-25 victory over the Chiefs in Durban late on Saturday.
Chiefs captain Mils Muliaina will start at centre against the Sharks on Saturday in their all-important clash in Durban.
The Lions produced a superb performance to upset the Chiefs 33-27 at Ellis Park.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Stormers | 12 | 37 |
| 6 | Sharks | 12 | 37 |
| 7 | Chiefs | 12 | 34 |
| 8 | Western Force | 13 | 33 |
| 9 | ACT Brumbies | 13 | 30 |
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