Deon Fourie leads Stormers into Belfast battle as playoff heat rises
The Stormers head to Belfast searching for a vital URC victory as playoff pressure intensifies.
Tag: South African rugby
Franco Smith: ‘No doubt’ Glasgow can still win the URC title despite Stormers rout
The Glasgow Warriors were blown off course in Cape Town, but head coach Franco Smith remains steadfast that their United Rugby Championship title ambitions are far from sunk. A bruising 48-12 defeat to the Stormers…
Markus Muller set for youngest Stormers debut vs Glasgow
Markus Muller on the brink of history and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu hits 50 caps. Big stakes at DHL Stadium as the Stormers face Glasgow.
Lions eye knockout charge as Connacht arrive for Highveld showdown
Ellis Park is set for a blockbuster as the Lions face Connacht in a crucial URC Round 16 clash. With playoff spots up for grabs and PJ Botha celebrating his 100th cap, expect a fierce Highveld battle.
Glasgow Warriors reload with big guns for Stormers showdown
There is a surge of reinforcements building within the Warriors ranks. Captain Kyle Steyn is set to return on the wing after being rested, while the midfield pairing of Sione Tuipulotu and Huw Jones (pictured above) is poised to reunite, offering both punch and precision in attack. Flyhalf Adam Hastings is also back in contention after recovering from a head injury, adding composure to the backline.
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu responds to online abuse ahead of Glasgow clash
“I see it all because I’m on social media, whether I like it or not, it’s in my face,” Feinberg-Mngomezulu said.
“But I don’t think it’s something I should feel sorry for myself about.
“I watch a lot of football, and I can’t imagine what the Real Madrid and Barcelona players get every weekend.
“It’s important to understand that it’s at a very small level, and as long as my coaches and teammates are happy with my efforts, then I’ll let the rest take care of itself.”
From Bo-Kaap to global stage: Hashim Pead inks major Roc Nation deal
Rising South African scrumhalf Haashim Pead has taken a significant step off the field after signing with Roc Nation Sports International, the global agency representing Springbok stars Siya Kolisi, Cheslin Kolbe, Aphelele Fassi and Jordan…
Stormers reignite URC campaign with commanding win over Bulls in Pretoria
The DHL Stormers produced a performance packed with steel and precision to defeat the Vodacom Bulls 32-19 at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, halting a three-match skid and reigniting their Vodacom United Rugby Championship campaign. The…
Stormers seek spark as Bulls prepare Loftus battlefield
Predicting the outcome of a South African derby often feels like kicking a rugby ball into a swirling Cape wind. Direction shifts quickly and certainty disappears. This season in the United Rugby Championship has already…
Battle-hardened Deon Fourie set for remarkable comeback in crucial Stormers vs Bulls URC derby
Veteran Springbok loose forward Deon Fourie has stepped back onto the training paddock marking a remarkable return for the Stormers after a brutal two-year battle with injuries. The 39-year-old World Cup winner is in line…