The Peacock Blues moved up to third in the standings on Saturday with a comprehensive win over the Toyota Cheetahs in Kimberley.

The Griquas still have Province and the Pumas lying ahead and a win this week could secure the place in the playoffs.

Griquas coach, Pieter Bergh, told OFM Sport that they want to secure the place this week.

“We have a very good opportunity where if we beat Western Province and other results go our way, we can be in the semi-finals before we go to Nelspruit in two weeks’ time.

“That will be out goal this week. We said it from the beginning that it's in our hands.

“If we get a good result on Friday. Playing in the first match of the weekend we can put a lot of pressure on the Pumas and Sharks who have to play after us.”

Furthermore, the Griquas after seeking to secure a double over Western Province for a second season in a row.

Province and the Griquas will battle it out at 16:00 on Friday afternoon at the Cape Town Stadium.

Morgan Piek OFM Sport