[LOOK] Western Province have ace plan for Bulle
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Extra kick: coach Gareth Wright
Western Province kicking coach Gareth Wright expects backlash from the Blue Bulls in the Currie Cup on Friday night after their humiliating defeat to the Pumas in the opening round.
The Bulls lost 63-15 to the defending champions on their home soil where they’ll welcome big rivals Province this weekend.
Wright, whose team welcomed back their Springboks to training on Tuesday, says: “The Bulls are always a tough side no matter where you play. “The Pumas played exceedingly well on the weekend. We know the Bulls are a quality side and will be up for this weekend.”
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Province beat the Golden Lions 44-28 in their opener and have an ace up their sleeve of their own.
Despite Springboks such as Damian Willemse, Steven Kitshoff and Frans Malherbe among others not being available, Wright says they brought some extra woema to Province’s training this week.
He explains: “It’s fantastic to have them back, they bring great energy and intensity. They also bring that element of professionalism and a drive
“They just bring a certain standard that you can’t coach or drive. That comes from the players themselves and they made sure they contribute to the team performing on the weekend.”