The Cheetahs' discipline is an aspect of the game that has let them down again this season and this is something that the Bulls will want to exploit.

In a knockout, a penalty can determine the outcome of the game and this is something that players will want to avoid at all costs.

The Cheetahs coach, Hawies Fourie, says it’s important to avoid conceding soft penalties.

“The biggest thing was the number of penalties that we conceded.

“We have to be sharp and well-disciplined and don't concede the soft penalties as I call them.

“There will always be penalties and there will always be mistakes, but it is how we react to those that will determine the outcome of the game," says Fourie.

“Last weekend we conceded penalties and we had to defend our try line with our lives, and we did it.

“That has given us a lot of confidence.”

Fourie will be naming his team for the semi-final on Friday, and there aren't any major surprises expected. While he is holding his cards close to his chest.

Saturday’s semi-final at the Toyota Stadium kicks off at 15:00, while at 17:30 the Sharks face the Pumas at the Shark Tank.

Morgan Piek OFM Sport