Bulls coach Jake White has been outlining why he feels his charges are now better equipped than ever to push for the URC title.
The Bulls opened their United Rugby Championship (URC) campaign with a hard-fought 22-16 victory against Edinburgh at Loftus on Saturday.
The Sharks snatched a thrilling extra-time victory over the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld in one of the most extraordinary Currie Cup semi-finals ever played.
The Bulls have made it five appearances in the Currie Cup playoffs from the last five attempts, a feat that Director of Rugby Jake White says has become a part and parcel of the Loftus DNA.
There is a definite sense of unfinished business in the Bulls camp as they prepare for a bumper new season.
The Lions cemented top spot on the Currie Cup table with an away win over the Bulls while Griquas beat the Cheetahs in Kimberley.