The Bulls and the Stormers both secured home ties as the knockout matchups for the Investec Champions Cup Round of 16 was confirmed following the completion of the pool stages on Sunday.
Bulls head coach Jake White suggested that a hectic travel schedule impacted their second-half performance against Bordeaux in the Champions Cup clash on Saturday.
The Stormers pulled off a clutch 24-20 bonus-point victory against Stade Francais to book their place in the Champions Cup knockout stage.
In the search for more silverware, the depth of the Bulls coaching staff will also be tested.
Stormers loosehead prop Ali Vermaak is relishing the challenge against the Stade Francais front row this weekend.
The Stormers will head to Paris this week with a place in the Champions Cup play-offs in their sights.