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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' 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.
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.
Former South Africa flyhalf Naas Botha is confident that Springboks skipper Siya Kolisi can continue playing for the Springboks for years to come.
The Lions had Munster on the ropes, but were unable to land the knockout blow to record an historic first United Rugby Championship victory for a SA team at Thomond Park.
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen will wonder what more they needed to do to score in the second half as Munster held on for a welcome United Rugby Championship win in Limerick.
Injuries, Bok call-ups and selection decisions sometimes produced different line-ups for the Lions’ backline, but Ivan van Rooyen was able to call on all his big weapons for Munster.
Discover the five players – if selected – who could play a pivotal role in the Lions’ upcoming match against Munster in the United Rugby Championship.
The Sharks delivered an inspired performance from the first whistle with their Springbok-laden outfit which never really allowed Munster into the United Rugby Championship contest.
This big game against the 2023 champions from Munster will be the last time the Sharks will be at full strength for some time as the Springboks go on tour next month.
Sharks coach John Plumtree says Siya Kolisi is mentally and physically ready to take on Munster, while adding that they are respecting the Springbok captain’s privacy at this time.
The Warriors find themselves third on the United Rugby Championship log after five matches, while the Stormers are well down in 12th with two wins from four.
The Sharks bounced back from a lacklustre United Rugby Championship tour by beating champions Glasgow, and for coach John Plumtree, there was a snapshot of the future.
Aphelele Fassi says the competition for a place in the Springboks’ starting line-up will keep everyone sharp to put their best foot forwards ahead of the tour.
With their next match looming against Glasgow Warriors, in Stellenbosch on Saturday, the Stormers will hope to build on last week’s 34-19 win against Munster.
The Stormers, who were rooted to the bottom of the table after only one win from three matches on their tour, bounced back against Munster in front of their home fans.
Stormers coach John Dobson will name his team today, and it will be interesting if he makes any changes to the starting XV from the 38-7 loss to Edinburgh in Scotland last Saturday.
Springbok RG Snyman delivered yet another moment of brilliance for his United Rugby Championship side Leinster, on debut, over the weekend.
Stormers coach John Dobson was left frustrated with a number of calls made by referee Ben Whitehouse, but he did mention in the same breath his team’s poor discipline in their United Rugby Champions loss to Edinburgh.
The Bulls host the Glasgow Warriors at their Pretoria fortress in the United Rugby Championship final on Saturday, with over 51 000 tickets sold. Only tickets in hospitality suites are still available.
Despite leading the Bulls to the final of the United Rugby Championship (URC), Blue Bulls coach Jake White lost out the coach of the season award.