It was obvious that Tuks were fitter, better conditioned and match sharper than their opponents, but that is not to dampen the good and constructive play that resulted in two very good wins.

There can be little doubt that Tuks are much better off than last season when they had a disastrous run, ending sixth on the log.

Tuks have more talent, depth and are a much more professional outfit in every way.

Tuks’ last warm matches take place in Saturday (29 January) in the Barnard Stadium, Kempton Park. The first match is against Springs (15:00) and the second against the Valke’s Vodacom Cup side (17:00 kick-off).