South Africa captain John Smit is to return home after agreeing a two-year deal with the Sharks.
The Waratahs will meet the Crusaders in the Super 14 final after beating a woeful Sharks outfit 28-13 in a one-sided semi-final in Sydney.
Sharks coach Dick Muir has made just the one change to his starting XV for Saturday's Super 14 semi-final against the Waratahs.
Tonga international Epi Taione is set for a dramatic return to the Sharks line-up, a month after having his contract cancelled.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | NSW Waratahs | 12 | 39 |
| 5 | Stormers | 12 | 37 |
| 6 | Sharks | 12 | 37 |
| 7 | Chiefs | 12 | 34 |
| 8 | Western Force | 13 | 33 |
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