The Bulls are bracing for a massive forward battle and French backline flair when they kick off their Investec Champions Cup campaign against Stade Français at Loftus Versfeld.
The Stormers are bracing for an adventurous, high-octane challenge from English Premiership outfit Bristol Bears in their Investec Champions Cup opener at Cape Town Stadium.
Stormers coach John Dobson says their Investec Champions Cup showdown against Bristol Bears at Cape Town Stadium is an absolute must-win as they aim to secure home-ground advantage for the round of 16.
Boosted by returning Springbok stars, the Stormers scored six tries in front of more than 40,000 home fans to claim an emphatic 39-22 URC bonus-point victory over the Sharks.
Stormers forward Deon Fourie anticipates an intense, physical showdown in front of 55,000 fans as the Stormers host the Sharks in a thrilling United Rugby Championship coastal derby in Cape Town.
The Sharks are aiming for a third straight victory as they prepare to battle the Stormers in a highly anticipated coastal derby in front of a sold-out Cape Town Stadium.
The Stormers are set to welcome back key Springbok stars, including Damian Willemse and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, as they prepare for a high-intensity URC South African derby against the Sharks in Cape Town.
Following a bonus-point victory over the Ospreys, Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen warns his team must improve their accuracy and brace for a brutal physical clash against the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld.
The Stormers suffered a 17-13 defeat against Edinburgh after losing 11 lineouts in challenging conditions. Coach John Dobson has vowed to fix their set-piece struggles ahead of their clash with the Sharks.
Lock Reinhardt Ludwig believes the Bulls must sharpen their tight-phase play to handle the pressure, wet weather, and passionate Limerick crowd in their upcoming URC clash against Munster.
