Scrumhalf Jandre Nel scored four tries as the Cheetahs claimed their first Currie Cup win with a 42-25 victory over the Pumas in Bloemfontein on Friday evening.
The new Currie Cup season kicked off on Friday night with the Pumas running in six tries to claim a decisive 49-28 bonus-point victory over the Griquas at Mbombela Stadium.
Fixtures for the 2025 Rugby Championship have been confirmed, with match venues and kick-off times now officially set in stone.
The Cheetahs sealed their place in the Currie Cup semifinals after beating the Pumas 41-14 at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Saturday.
The Pumas strengthened their bid for a play-off spot and intensified the pressure on the Cheetahs by securing a 45-26 victory over the Griffons in Welkom on Sunday.
The Blue Bulls extended their unbeaten run in the Currie Cup with a thrilling 40-24 victory over the Pumas at Mbombela Stadium on Friday night.