Horn highlights strategic kicking as Lions beat Stormers

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In a gripping encounter at Ellis Park, the Lions edged past the Stormers with a 30-23 victory, showcasing their attacking prowess and strategic decision-making

Watch VideoLions secure first home URC victory over Stormers

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The Lions secured a vital 30-23 victory over the Stormers at Ellis Park, ending their six-match losing streak against the Cape side while showcasing their attacking ...

Blommetjies misses late conversion as fighting Stormers go down to Hanekom-inspired Bulls

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The Bulls, with their scrum on the front foot, made crucial scores at the start and in the second half against the Stormers to seal a first United Rugby Championship ...

Matthee starts as injury-ridden Stormers shake up backline for massive Bulls showdown

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Despite several senior backs not being fit, Stormers will look to lay the foundation with their forwards to bag a win over arch-rivals the Bulls at Cape Town Stadium ...

WATCH: Dive into the heart of South African rugby with The Last Word On Rugby podcast

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Welcome to the exciting new podcast The Last Word On Rugby, presented by Independent Media Sport, that aims to bring more insights into the rugby sphere in SA and ...

Injury woes and scrum struggles: Stormers fall to Leinster

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Stormers face another away defeat as Leinster capitalises on injury setbacks and scrum issues, leaving the Cape side in need of urgent improvements.

Stormers look for first win in Dublin as several stars return

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The Cape side are looking to maintain their unbeaten run against Irish powerhouse Leinster when the two sides square up tonight in Dublin.

Manie Libbok, Warrick Gelant back as Deon Fourie takes charge of Stormers for tough Leinster test

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The Stormers will look to harness the winning momentum picked up during their December home matches in the United Rugby Championship against Leinster in Dublin. ...

Blitzboks make perfect start with two thrilling wins at Perth Sevens

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They made life difficult for themselves with some last-gasp victories, but the Springbok Sevens laid the perfect platform for the Perth Sevens tournament on Friday. ...

Gelant’s genius shines on and off the field for Stormers

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Gelant has been one of the outstanding players for the Cape side in the United Rugby Championship and Champions Cup this season.

Stormers eye upset against Racing 92, despite missing key Springboks

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They are aware just how tough tonight’s final group stage match against their French hosts will be, but the Stormers will bank on winning momentum to get them a ...

Watch VideoStormers blitz Sale Sharks to keep Champions Cup hopes alive

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Even though they will be resting a few players, the Cape outfit will go full tilt against Racing 92 this coming Saturday in Paris.

Watch VideoStormers secure playoff hopes with 40-0 triumph against Sale Sharks

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The Stormers delivered an impressive performance, defeating Sale Sharks 40-0 in Cape Town, showcasing their attacking prowess and solid defence.

Four SA sides eye crucial matches when URC resumes in January

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There will be optimism amongst the local teams to all push for playoff berths in the United Rugby Championship (URC) when the tournament restarts late in January ...

Sharks face fresh injury crisis despite strong fight against Stormers

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More Springboks have been added to the injury list of the Durban outfit after the final game of the year, but they are hopeful some will be back for the first game ...

Stormers revive title hopes with crucial win over the Sharks

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The Cape outfit picked up 10 points in their last two South African derbies which will boost their campaign ahead of some tough clashes in January.

Plumtree yet to deal with Kolisi transfer rumours

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The Sharks must still address the speculation of the national captain returning to Cape Town, but that will likely only happen in the new year.

Dobson relieved, Plumtree peeved after clash in Cape Town

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The Stormers feel they should have buried the Sharks in the final local derby of 2024 in Cape Town on Saturday, but the victory keeps their hopes alive in the competition. ...

Stormers come alive to stifle Sharks’ attack

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The Stormers kept their winning record at home in the United Rugby Championship (URC) over the Sharks intact to bag another crucial win in front of their supporters. ...

Coastal derby showdown: Key match-ups in Stormers v Sharks clash

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With valuable log points on the line, both teams are not just playing for pride but are also keen to secure their positions in the league with a win in the second ...

Sharks get international boost as key players return for coastal derby

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The Durban outfit is looking for a first-ever win in Cape Town and a first double victory over the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship.

Lions and Bulls face pivotal period following disappointing defeats

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After starting out as the pace-setters in the new rugby season, the Gauteng sides have picked up some unwelcome losses that could influence the rest of their season. ...

Deadly trio reunites as Feinberg-Mngomezulu set for return

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The injury to the Cape side’s young playmaker looks to be not too serious and he is back in training for the crucial coastal derby on Saturday.

Lions display fighting spirit despite losing to Stormers

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The Johannesburg side can take plenty of positives from the clash after they pushed the Cape outfit for almost 80 minutes during their derby.

Stormers sweat over Sacha fitness ahead of Sharks showdown

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Winger Leolin Zas and backup midfielder Jean-Luc du Plessis are set to also miss the coastal derby through injury which could mean a backline shuffle for the Cape ...