The Stormers will be looking at upping their game when they take on the Jaguares on Saturday 22 February at Newlands, Cape Town.
John Dobson's side will face last years finalist in what will be a stiff test for the Stormers as the Jaguares present something different to what they have face so far.
"I think the Jaguares are a slightly physical side, they are a different team from last year, with a bit of personnel changes. Against the Jaguares we have to get back to our traditional game, with our forwards carrying us and hopefully creating more space for the backs," said Dobson.
Dobson alluded to the fact that his side are not playing at full capacity even though they have won three games on the spin, he expects the game on Saturday against the Jaguares to be a spectacle as it pits two of the tournaments favourites.
"I do not think we are operating at our half capacity, which is frustrating. The good thing we are seeing from the team is character, to get three from three without firing is a good thing.
They are tainted to be ahead of us, they are tipped to be the conference leaders, so it is going to be a cracker at Newlands between two conference favourites," added Dobson.
Winger Sergeal Petersen who played a crucial role in the build to the winning try scored by Rhuan Nel against the Lions believes that the side from Buenos Aries will be a big character test for his side.
"This will be a character test for us, the Argentineans never give up, they will be in your face the whole day. They bring their physical aspect to the game whether its being in the forwards or in the backline. We have slipped in a few tries this past weekend so we need to tighten up there at the back. If we come to the game mentally and physically ready we should be fine.
This weekends game is probably the biggest game for us, two conference leaders meeting up. I think this will be a test for us, our character; to see how far we have come since pre season," said Petersen.
The Stormers are out to get their fourth win of the season and Petersen is banking on home ground advantage to help them. The Stormers are yet to concede a point at Newlands.
"Newlands is our fortress, the aim is not to concede less points anywhere, especially at Newlands. It is a game that will determine who will top the conference, so its a big game for us. If we can get four wins in a row that would be perfect," concluded Petersen.
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