Ackers: Bulls can’t afford to relax

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has warned against complacency after the Lions rout, with Stade Français next up in the Investec Champions Cup on Saturday. Having scored nine tries in a 57-15 URC Jukskei derby win at Loftus Versfeld, the Bulls must now “put on that hat”...

2026-27 Champions Cup preview: Stormers

Bolstered by the return of Siya Kolisi, Cheslin Kolbe and Wilco Louw, the Stormers are looking to go beyond the Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals for the first time, writes DEVIN HERMANUS. LAST SEASON The Stormers reached the 2025-26 Champions Cup round of 16 with...

2026-27 Champions Cup preview: Lions

With strategic signings and the belief that this could be their season, the Lions are out to make a noteworthy Investec Champions Cup debut, writes MORNÉ ESBEN. LAST SEASON The Lions secured their place in the 2026-27 Champions Cup by finishing seventh on the URC log....

2026-27 Champions Cup preview: Bulls

Armed with a powerful Bok-laden pack, the Bulls are targeting their deepest Investec Champions Cup run yet, writes SIMON BORCHARDT. LAST SEASON The Bulls snuck into the 2025-26 Champions Cup playoffs with just one win, beating Pau 26-24 at the Stade du Hameau in their...