The Sharks have moved one spot up in the United Rugby Championship for the time being. This after they narrowly beat Italian side Zebre Parma 35-34 in Durban.
The Sharks are in third position after 13 matches with 44 points after a bonus win.
The KZN side registered their 9th victory of the campaign, while the Italians remain in a tough position, second last on the log with only 5 victories in this campaign.