Week 14 of the 2009 Currie Cup and the Cheetahs and Griquas are after the last semi-final spot.

Griquas started the competition so well, but in the end it may come down to 1 log point, or even points differential in the race to see who sneaks into 4th place.

Meanwhile the Sharks and Western Province have a battle too. Who will earn top position on the log? The victor will earn a much easier semi-final and thus a likely home final. It’s a critical reward, and one both sides will be desperate to achieve.

Platinum Leopards v Blue Bulls

A formality for the Bulls whose aims will be to play for the 80, pick up valuable momentum ahead of the semi-final and ensure a smooth re-introduction for Bakkies Botha and Fourie du Preez.

They have the benefit of the Friday night game and an extra day to prepare for the semi-finals too.

Blue Bulls by 61.

Griquas v Sharks

Depending on the score in Wellington with the Free State Cheetahs, Griquas go into this clash needing 2 log points. The Sharks will be just as desperate and need 5 to try and secure top spot.

The Sharks have gone off the boil the last few weeks, while Griquas are always tough in Kimberly. Whilst my head say’s the Sharks, don’t be surprised to see an upset.

Sharks by 12.

Boland v Free State Cheetahs

Wet conditions will severely dent the Cheetahs chances of earning a bonus point victory. They’ll have to rely on the Sharks winning and then score at least 4 tries in this one. How did they manage to get into semi-final contention after their poor start!

Cheetahs by 27.

Golden Lions v Western Province

Western Province have top spot to play for, and the luxury of knowing exactly what they have to do to secure it. The Lions have stated they are playing this like a final, but if they go behind early, they won’t have anything to play for and may not be as desperate.

Even though the Lions defence has been quite solid, I think Province will still get plenty of tries.

Province by 22.