UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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Johan Ackermann: 'Last thing we can do is underestimate Zebre'

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has stressed the need for focus and respect as his side prepare to face Zebre in the United Rugby Championship in Parma on Saturday.

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Nienaber praises Lions' pedigree as Leinster prepare for Ellis Park test

Leinster senior coach Jacques Nienaber has underlined the scale of the challenge awaiting his side when they travel to Johannesburg to face the Lions in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.

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Stormers send SOS to USA and scrumhalf Andre Warner answers the call

Seattle Seawolves scrumhalf Andre Warner has joined the Stormers on a six-month loan as part of the partnership with the Major League Rugby club.

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Ruhan Nel: Stormers out for revenge in Galway URC opener

Stormers captain Ruhan Nel has set a clear tone ahead of their opening game of the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship season in Galway on Friday.

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Lions confirm release of Stormers-bound Haashim Pead

The first stage of Haashim Pead's trip down south is complete after the Lions confirmed they have released the highly-rated scrumhalf from his contract.

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URC introduces new Thursday team announcements for upcoming season

The United Rugby Championship is introducing a new coordinated team announcement time for the 2026/27 season, with all 16 clubs required to name their match-day line-ups on Thursdays.

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