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Dragons seek recovery in Cape Town before facing Bulls at altitude
The Cape sun should aid the hurting Welsh club as they prepare to play at Loftus Versfeld in their final match of the URC season.
Bulls are rested, rotated, and sitting pretty as URC playoffs approach
Jake White is satisfied with his Bulls team's second place on the United Rugby Championship points table.
Late Stormers URC magic douses Dragons’ fire to warm the hearts of Cape Town fans
With one game to go, the Stormers have their fate in their own hands to seal that position for a quarter-final spot in the United Rugby Championship after a bonus-point win over the Dragons.
Louw, Le Roux on song as Bulls pack set up big URC win over Cardiff at Loftus
The Bulls were too strong for Cardiff in a United Rugby Championship match in Pretoria on Saturday afternoon.
Lions try to outflank Scarlets with positional switch for Springbok Ruan Venter
The Lions prepare for a pivotal match against the Scarlets at Ellis Park, missing key player Morné van den Berg due to injury. With a new strategy and line-up, can they secure a win to keep their playoff hopes alive?
Sharks coach Plumtree positive Springbok bruiser Eben Etzebeth will overcome thigh injury
The Sharks beat the Ospreys in Durban on Friday night, but an unfortunate sight was Bok legend Eben Etzebeth leaving the field on a golf cart.
Jake White warns Bulls: Cardiff no easybeats in Loftus URC showdown
While those were memorable triumphs away from home, the Bulls would undo all of that good work if they were to fall short against a fifth-placed Cardiff side fighting for a playoff spot.
Damian Willemse: A generational talent inspiring the Stormers and beyond
Willemse faced a crucial decision in his career: to leave his home team during financial struggles or to remain loyal to the Stormers. His choice not only revitalised the side but also inspired a generation of players and fans, culminating in a historic URC title.
Stormers shake up starting team for crucial URC clash with Dragons ahead of playoffs
With an eye on the playoffs, the Cape side will be giving a few players a starting berth against the Welsh visitors to gain valuable playing minutes.
Gerhard Steenekamp back in training for Bulls, Jake White unhappy about supposed Matanzima Sharks ‘deal’
Gerhard Steenekamp was an integral part of the Bulls’ journey to the 2022 and 2024 URC finals, and became a Springbok as a result, where he is the undoubted understudy to Ox Nche.
Damian Willemse set to make history with 100th Stormers match against Dragons, while Manie Libbok remains sidelined
Willemse is set to make history as the youngest player to reach 100 matches for the Stormers in a crucial clash against the Dragons this Saturday
No Papier, but Hanekom, Le Roux bolster Bulls for Cardiff URC clash at Loftus Versfeld
The Bulls have received a significant boost for Saturday's URC game against Cardiff with the return of Marcell Coetzee, Cameron Hanekom and Willie le Roux.
PODCAST | Brok Harris bids Stormers farewell as URC playoff race heats up
It will be a special occassion in Cape Town as the home side greet one of their legends against his former club following his retirement.
Bok legend Jaque Fourie wants Lions to keep their players as URC ambitions flounder
The Lions host the Scarlets on Sunday in the United Rugby Championship, and with little chance of qualifying for the playoffs, Jaque Fourie is looking ahead to the next season.
Sharks face Ospreys without four key Boks, but coach Plumtree remains optimistic
The Sharks host the Ospreys on Friday night in the United Rugby Championship and they are missing key players.
Manie Libbok could start for Stormers against Dragons after knee injury
Talismanic flyhalf Manie Libbok will likely start against the Dragons in his return from injury should Stormers coach John Dobson follow his injury-return plan of this season.
Stormers youngsters poised for URC playoff statement against Dragons
Several Stormers youngsters will possibly get the opportunity on Saturday to show their mettle against the Dragons.
Bulls must beware underdog bite from Cardiff in URC showdown
While the Bulls will be overwhelming favourites, they must be wary of the never-say-die attitude of the Welsh club Cardiff in Saturday's URC clash at Loftus Versfeld.
Siya Masuku, Jurenzo Julius to provide thrust for Sharks in URC clash with Ospreys in Durban
There have been changes to the Sharks team to play the Ospreys on Friday night, and the backline will benefit from the return of Siya Masuku and Jurenzo Julius.
Rising Bulls, Lions stars have good URC opportunities to impress Bok coach Erasmus
There are two rounds left in the United Rugby Championship and we look at five players who will want to consolidate their Springbok ambitions
Stormers legend Brok Harris retires with 'a happy heart and no regrets'
Stormer prop Brok Harris has said farewell to rugby after nearly 500 games,but he says he has no regrets despite ending with a knee injury.
Sharks to go from 'gritty to pretty' in URC clash with Ospreys, says defence coach Joey Mongalo
Sharks defence coach Joey Mongalo is convinced the Sharks are better off for two tough away wins in the UK and will hit their straps against the Ospreys on Friday night.
All about the ‘bigger why’ for Bulls in URC title quest, says Marco van Staden
After a week off, there is the danger that the Bulls might feel that Cardiff will be pushovers in Saturday’s URC clash at Loftus Versfeld, especially having beaten Glasgow and Munster.
Sacha and Stefan can make Stormers breathe fire once more against Dragons
The Stormers are hitting their straps at the perfect moment ahead of the playoffs, and while the big-name Springboks have been in the headlines, scrumhalf Stefan Ungerer has been one of the unsung heroes.
Former Springbok coach Nienaber dodges bullets from unhappy Leinster fans
Irish giants Leinster were shocked by Northampton in the Champions Cup and their defence coach, former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber, has faced some tough question.