Bradford Bulls chairman Chris Caisley believes the double-header with rejuvenated Warrington Wolves gives them the perfect chance to silence their critics once and for all.
The form sides of the season so far do battle at Odsal in the Super League on Sunday before going head-to-head again six days later for a place in the Challenge Cup final at Murrayfield on April 29.
"They are both of enormous importance for differing reasons and victory in both would be the perfect answer to those who say we bottle it on the big occasion," said Caisley.
"I know it isn't ideal to be playing the same opposition in successive weeks but regardless of any tactical considerations we just have to concentrate on simply being better than Warrington on both days.
"The pressure is on us on Sunday because even if we win convincingly people will say the semi-final is a different day and Warrington can turn it around. But if they win we will suddenly be underdogs going into the semi-final."
The Bulls have confirmed ticket arrangements for the semi-final.
Tickets will go on sale to season ticket holders next Monday between 10am and 8pm on production of voucher C. Sales will be restricted to two tickets per adult voucher and one ticket per child voucher.
Tickets will go on general sale the following day (10am-8pm).
Spectators who wish to pay by credit card should do so at the ticket office and anyone paying by cash should pay at the designated turnstiles. Telephone bookings will be accepted from next Wednesday.
Meanwhile, Caisley says there has been no official approach from Halifax for Odsal prop Neil Harmon.
The Blue Sox are reported to be keen on the 31-year-old.
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