UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

Head Coach Johan Ackermann of Bulls during the Champions Cup match between Pau and Bulls at Stade du Hameau on January 16, 2026 in Pau, France.

Bulls boost playoff hopes but Ackermann urges improvement

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann admits their 34-31 bonus-point victory has significantly boosted their prospects as the United Rugby Championship heads towards the playoff phase.

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Lions taking it one game at a time, says captain Francke Horn

The Lions are not getting ahead of themselves as the race to the top eight of the United Rugby Championship heats up.

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URC: Strong finish sees Stormers clinch bonus-point victory over Edinburgh

The Stormers surged clear in the final stretch to secure a commanding 33-14 bonus-point victory over Edinburgh at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

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Second half blitz gives Lions comfortable URC victory against the Dragons

The Lions scored four tries in the second half to canter to a 42-26 victory against the Dragons in their United Rugby Championship clash in at Ellis Park on Saturday.

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Sharks dealt another injury blow as rising star Giliomee exits Cardiff clash early

The Sharks' injury woes deepened on Friday as rising backline talent Luan Giliomee was forced off during their 21-15 win over Cardiff at Kings Park.

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Sharks hold off Cardiff to boost play-off hopes in Durban thriller

The Sharks strengthened their push for a United Rugby Championship play-off place with a hard-fought 21-15 victory over Cardiff in humid, slippery conditions in Durban on Friday night.

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