The Stormers launched their 2025/26 United Rugby Championship campaign in emphatic fashion, clinically dispatching reigning champions Leinster 35-0 at the DHL Stadium on Friday night.
Stormers coach John Dobson has entrusted experienced centre Ruhan Nel with the captaincy for their United Rugby Championship opener against defending champions Leinster at DHL Stadium tonight.
Springbok Evan Roos will start at No.8 for the Stormers in their United Rugby Championship opener against Leinster at DHL Stadium on Friday night.
The Stormers have boosted their front-row stocks with the acquisition of four props, including Scotland international Oli Kebble, for the squad.
Springbok prop Wilco Louw will return to the Stormers on a long-term deal from the start of the 2026/27 season.
Veteran Springbok and Stormers star Deon Fourie is set to make his long-awaited return this weekend after being named to play for Western Province in the Currie Cup.