This weekend, of the three Absa Currie Cup openers, there was no team that was separated by more than 2 points.

The competition with a R1.8 million winners cheque started on Friday with Griquas taking on the Sharks in Durban.
The Sharks ill-discipline dealt a huge blow to their hopes of a strong start to the competition.

A try after the final whistle by Griquas replacement loose forward Carel Greeff, which Nico Scheepers converted, however, sealed the 32-30 victory.

On Saturday, the Cheetahs, despite dominating possession, trailed the Lions 16-13 at halftime. Johann Sadie then helped the Cheetahs to regain control with their bonus point try. The lions however came with on point, the match ended 30-29.

Defending champions Western Province were held to a 24 all draw by the Blue Bulls. Jean Cook scored the levelling try 2 minutes from time.

Young fly half Tony Jantjies missed a conversion in the dying seconds which denied them a victory.
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