Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen believes Boan Venter will arrive at Ellis Park with a point to prove ahead of his move to Johannesburg next season.
Bulls lock Ruan Nortje says his side must improve their accuracy and execution after a 32-19 United Rugby Championship defeat to the Stormers left their playoff hopes under pressure.
Damian Willemse was at his inspirational best as the Stormers clawed back from early adversity to beat the Bulls 32-19 at Loftus, producing a performance that combined vision, instinct, and clinical execution.
Bulls star Sebastien de Klerk is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a suspected broken foot against the Stormers.
Springbok hopeful Juarno Augustus returned to action with a bang over the weekend, after spending the better part of three months on the sidelines.
Bulls coach Johan Ackermann admitted his side "fell apart" in their 32-19 home defeat to the Stormers at Loftus on Saturday, leaving his team facing a high-pressure run-in for the remainder of the United Rugby Championship season.