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Cameron Hanekom, fresh off earning vital breakdown penalties against Munster, is set to showcase his skills in a thrilling United Rugby Championship showdown against reigning champions Glasgow Warriors on Friday.
The Bulls have taken a monumental step in their quest for the United Rugby Championship title by defeating Munster at Thomond Park, marking a historic first for South African teams. Can they maintain momentum against Glasgow in this crucial rematch?
The Bulls aim to overcome last season's URC final heartbreak as they face defending champions Glasgow this Friday at Scotstoun Stadium, with playoff implications on the line.
The Bulls' historic 16-13 victory over Munster showcased a remarkable defensive performance, securing their place in the URC standings and marking a significant achievement for South African rugby.
By beating Munster, the Bulls completed their ‘Grand Slam’ of Irish teams this season, after getting past Ulster, Connacht and Leinster, while they also made history by becoming the first SA side to win at Thomond Park.
Despite struggling to find their form, the Bulls clinched a historic victory over Munster at Thomond Park, thanks to a late penalty from Keagan Johannes.
With their URC title hopes hanging in the balance, the Bulls must secure a victory against Munster at Thomond Park to keep their championship dreams alive.
With the Bulls seeking redemption after their Challenge Cup exit, all eyes are on Jan-Hendrik Wessels as they prepare for a pivotal URC clash against Munster in Limerick this Saturday.
Ahead of a crucial URC clash in Limerick, Bulls captain Ruan Nortjé expresses confidence in resolving the lineout issues against Munster.
After a long wait, Keagan Johannes is ready to seize his moment as the Bulls flyhalf, facing a crucial challenge against Munster this weekend.
The Bulls may have exited the Challenge Cup, but flyhalf Keagan Johannes insists they are poised to seize their moment in the URC, aiming for a top-two finish after years of near misses.
Bulls coach Jake White believes star No 8 Cameron Hanekom will learn to overcome opponents' targeting tactics, saying 'it's going to come with time' after the young forward struggled initially but later scored in their narrow 34-28 Challenge Cup loss to Edinburgh.
Jake White's Bulls learned valuable selection lessons in their 34-28 Challenge Cup loss to Edinburgh, where bench players outperformed starters. After a poor first-half showing at Hive Stadium, White must now apply these insights as the team prepares for Saturday's crucial URC fixture against Munster in Limerick.
After facing harsh 'buffet' criticism and a lengthy concussion layoff, Springbok Canan Moodie made a spectacular return for the Bulls against Edinburgh, prompting coach Jake White to declare: 'He's got class'. Despite the 34-28 defeat, Moodie's performance marks a triumphant personal comeback.
Bulls coach Jake White believes his team was just five minutes away from victory in their heart-breaking 34-28 Challenge Cup quarter-final loss to Edinburgh. Despite a spirited second-half comeback that saw them fight back from 31-7 down, the Bulls couldn't overcome costly yellow cards and missed opportunities in the attacking zone.
Not even a second-half rally from the replacements could rescue the Bulls from a 24-7 halftime deficit against Edinburgh as Jake White’s team missed out on an opportunity to claim some silverware.
Where is one-Test-cap Springbok Cameron Hanekom exactly with his fitness and game following a few stop-start months? He will hope to prove to Bok coach Rassie Erasmus that he is fine fettle for the Bulls against Edinburgh in the Challenge Cup quarter-final.
The Bulls stunned with their four-try victory against Bayonne last week, but can they maintain that attacking flair on Edinburgh's fast 4G pitch? Jake White believes a balanced approach of calculated risk-taking and strategic defence will be crucial in Saturday's Challenge Cup quarter-final showdown.
Jake White dismisses the coaching rivalry narrative with former assistant Sean Everitt as he welcomes back captain Ruan Nortjé and star No 8 Cameron Hanekom to his starting XV for the Bulls' crucial Challenge Cup quarter-final against Edinburgh. With six Springboks on the bench, White reveals the delicate balance of team selection amid injury comebacks.
The Bulls are on somewhat of an epic odyssey in Europe, as their tour started last week and will continue for at least another fortnight. Their next match is in the United Rugby Championship (URC) league against Munster in Limerick, Ireland next Saturday, followed by Glasgow in Scotland on April 25
Coach Jake White made a few changes in the starting XV on Friday, and one of the most welcome ones for Bulls fans would have been seeing Springbok No 8 Cameron Hanekom packing down at the back of the scrum.
It has taken Stravino Jacobs a while to find his feet again at Loftus Versfeld, but after a bit of a shaky return against Zebre a fortnight ago, he was back to his powerful best in the Bulls’ Challenge Cup victory over Bayonne.
After making an emotional comeback from knee injury in France, Bulls flyhalf Johan Goosen warns teammates about former coach Sean Everitt's 'tricks' ahead of Edinburgh Challenge Cup quarter-final showdown.
Johan Goosen will turn 33 in July, while Handré Pollard celebrated his 31st birthday in March, but Bulls coach Jake White will hope to have both playmakers at the top of their games for the Pretoria side to eye the Champions Cup title next season.
Injuries, form fluctuations and emerging talent could force Rassie Erasmus into a dramatic Springbok team overhaul sooner than expected. From fullback to front row, established World Cup winners face intense competition for their Test jerseys ahead of critical 2025 fixtures against the Wallabies, All Blacks and Ireland.