Batley Bulldogs take on Keighley Cougars in Sunday's West Yorkshire derby and both teams need the points for different reasons.

The Northern Rail Cup winners Batley need to win their remaining games if they are to stand a chance of reaching the play offs.

Meanwhile, the Cougars' nine point deduction for entering administration sees them at the foot of the table.

Bulldogs are hopeful Chris Buttery will be fit after a knee injury.

Buttery was substituted against Dewsbury and will be assessed by Batley medical staff as they seek to claim a play-off place.

Coach Karl Harrison is hopeful his side push on to get the wins they need: "To win four games from four might be too hard for us now, but you never know, do you?"

The Cougars, fresh from their victory over Toulouse last week have only lost one more game than their local rivals.

Coach Barry Eaton is disappointed it doesn't reflect in their points tally: "Everyone's got a bit of a misconception because of our points deduction. We've been a thoroughly competitive team."

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