The Bulls' Currie Cup side tackle Griquas on Saturday with Jake White in the coach's box and not regular mentor, Gert Smal though there are no concerns over the latter's long-term health.
Cynical observers will point out that there have been a few false dawns when it comes to the Cheetahs, but there can be little doubt that their 38-25 victory over the Bulls was a big statement.
<p>With the South African leg of URC set to kick-off this weekend, Stravino Jacobs believes the experience he gained during the Bulls European leg of the competition will put him in good stead in the coming weeks.</p>