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Watch VideoStormers’ chances boosted by absence of Irish stars Aki, Hansen for Connacht URC clash

Connacht's playoff aspirations take a hit as star players Bundee Aki and Matt Hansen are sidelined with injuries ahead of their crucial URC clash against the Stormers.

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Watch VideoStormers prop Neethling Fouché handed four-match URC ban after controversial red-card call

Stormers prop Neethling Fouché has been slapped with a four-match URC ban despite being on his knees during the controversial tackle against Ulster that earned him a red card - potentially derailing the Cape side's playoff hopes as an appeal now seems likely.

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Watch VideoBulls seek knockout success as Sharks and Lions face tough hurdles in Challenge Cup

South Africa's three franchises are in a make-or-break situation away from home in the playoffs of the EPCR Challenge Cup.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoStormers face crucial final four home games in URC playoff push

The Cape side will take a break over the next two weeks before going into their fina

Sport Rugby URC
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Stormers’ discipline falters in narrow URC defeat to Ulster in Belfast

In a thrilling encounter, the Cape side's discipline proved costly as they fell to a loss at the Kingspan Stadium to a fighting Ulster

Sport Rugby URC
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Odds on Mike: Sharks, Stormers and Bulls to win, Lions to come close in URC weekend action

The South African teams are expected to perform well this weekend in the United Rugby Championship.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoWATCH: Bulls, Sharks and Stormers in prime URC positions as Lions fight for playoff survival

After failing to pick up four wins last week, the South African franchises will look to make it a clean sweep in the URC this weekend.

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Watch VideoDobson: Willemse, Hartzenberg and Feinberg-Mngomezulu a very exciting trio for Stormers against Ulster

John Dobson's enforced changes see exciting Willemse-Hartzenberg axis take centre-stage as injury-hit Stormers aim to maintain momentum in Belfast.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoStormers shake up team for URC match against Ulster with Suleiman Hartzenberg’s return

With key players resting, John Dobson has made strategic changes to keep the team fresh for the final home matches of the season.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoSazi Sandi credits Stormers veterans for growth as he gets set for Ulster

Stormers tighthead Sazi Sandi reveals how mentorship from Frans Malherbe, Neethling Fouche and Brok Harris has fast-tracked his development as he prepares to start against Ulster in Belfast.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoHlungwani: Razzle-dazzle Stormers won’t abandon identity in physical Ulster URC clash

Despite facing a physically dominant Ulster side in Belfast this Friday, Stormers assistant coach Rito Hlungwani insists his team will continue their exciting brand of running rugby, with both teams locked in a tight battle for URC playoff positions.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoLions face a must-win challenge against defending champions Glasgow Warriors

The Lions were the only side to lose this past weekend and fell to 13th on the log, with the other three SA sides firmly in the knockout spots

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoMarnus van der Merwe impresses with Marx-like performance against Stormers in URC

The Scarlets hooker's impressive display against the Stormers showcased his potential for the Springboks

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Watch VideoStormers set sights on Ulster with key personnel changes expected for final tour clash

Aiming to secure a vital away win in their URC playoff hunt, the Cape side will put out their strongest side against Ulster with some enforced changes.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoJohn Dobson: Warrick Gelant’s breakdown bravery saved Stormers in bonus-point win over Scarlets

After starting the weekend in 12th place, the Stormers now sit in eighth on the United Rugby Championship log after beating the Scarlets.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoStormers see off Scarlets for crucial URC bonus-point win despite second-half struggles

In the second 40, two late tries and some hard tackling secured the five points and a 29-17 United Rugby Championship victory for the Stormers over the Scarlets in a Jekyll and Hyde performance in Llanelli.

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Watch VideoSpringboks throw Deon Fourie a ‘surprise lifeline’ that he wants to grab with both hands

At 38, Deon Fourie defies age as he made a surprising return to the Springbok setup after his omission in 2024, aiming to add to his Test caps this season.

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Watch VideoStormers aim to maintain unbeaten record against Scarlets in Key URC clash

With eight Springboks in the starting lineup, including the returning Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, the Stormers aims to maintain their dominance over the Scarlets.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoCan South African sides secure their spots in the URC top eight?

With the URC playoffs on the line, the Stormers must secure a vital win against the Scarlets, while the Lions, Bulls, and Sharks also fight for their playoff dreams this weekend

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoCan Stormers overcome Scarlets’ running game in crucial away URC clash?

The Stormers find themselves in a tough position as they look to maintain their winning momentum away from home in the first of two overseas matches in the United Rugby Championship.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoStormers' Dobson spoilt for choice as he puts his backline puzzle together

The Stormers visit the Scarlets this weekend in a United Rugby Championship fixture that marks the return of Springboks Sacha Feinberg Mngomezulu and Damian Willemse.

Sport Rugby URC
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Watch VideoStormers pushed into URC log corner, says Deon Fourie

The Stormers, bolstered by returning Springboks Damian Willemse and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, head to Wales seeking their first European win since October. Currently 12th on the URC log, this crucial match against the Scarlets could reignite their playoff hopes.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoNo Dixon, Fouché, but Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Damian Willemse confirmed for Stormers URC tour

Stormers coach John Dobson will be hoping for maximum points from both games in order to stay in the hunt for the URC playoffs, as they are languishing in 12th position on the log with just 28 points.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoStar trio returns to boost Stormers' chances in URC clash against Scarlets

The Cape side is hunting for a URC playoffs berth and a win in their first of two overseas matches could strengthen their chances.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoSacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu set to drive Stormers' gameplan in URC comeback

The utility back is amped to take on the task of leading the attack of the Cape side as their playmaker.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published