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The Brumbies' unexpected good season may result in the two-time Super Rugby champions reaching the play-offs for the first time since 2004.
And it may also be their best selling point in an attempt to recruit Wallabies openside flanker David Pocock.
It is understood the Brumbies have contacted Pocock and that he has said he will talk to them.
Whether that means Pocock is serious about joining them is unclear, but he did consider making the move to Canberra when he was last out of contract.
All indications suggest Pocock will remain at Western Force, particularly after the departure of former coach Richard Graham, who is defecting to Queensland Reds.
Pocock has been at the Force since 2006 and yet to experience play-off rugby, let alone being part of a potential championship-winning team.
The highly competitive Pocock will not want to spend his whole Super Rugby career on a losing team.
If the Force cannot convince him it is heading in the right direction, he might be tempted to go elsewhere. And the Brumbies would love to have him.
The Brumbies' new coach Jake White is rebuilding the franchise and it could be an attractive proposition for Pocock.
It would also put them in a reasonable negotiating position if they pursue Pocock.
Pocock will lead the Force against the Stormers in Perth on Saturday night in their first game since Graham was stood down.
But Fijian international winger Napolioni Nalaga will return from an ankle injury for the match against the Stormers.
http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/su...-1226335901155
Sorry Gigsy - yeah Brett Harris.