Stormers lose star lock

The Stormers’ second-row injury crisis continues with the loss of yet another towering presence. SARugbymag.co.za has learned that JD Schickerling has been ruled out for six months after suffering a knee injury in last week’s defeat to Connacht in Cape Town. The...

Muller to make Stormers debut

Eighteen-year-old centre Markus Muller will be included in the Stormers match 23 for Saturday’s clash against the Glasgow Warriors in Cape Town. SARugbymag.co.za has reliably learned that the Paarl Gimnasium product is set to follow in the footsteps of Damian...

Lions ready to run Irish gauntlet

The Lions are keeping their feet firmly on the ground as they prepare to complete the Vodacom URC regular season with an Irish triple header. Coach Ivan van Rooyen’s men are in uncharted waters, lying fourth on the log after winning their last five matches. They have...

Griquas, Pumas join Cheetahs’ Challenge

The Cheetahs, Griquas and Pumas will test themselves against three international touring sides in June. Black Lion from Georgia – who also play in the EPCR Challenge Cup with the Cheetahs – will return to Bloemfontein for the Toyota Challenge, and they will be joined...

Sacha cut from Player of Year shortlist

The final five nominees for the 2026 Investec Player of the Year award have been confirmed, with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu missing out. The Stormers flyhalf was among the 10-man shortlist named after the pool stage of the tournament. Selected by a panel of rugby...

Schalla: Gaza wasted on the wing

Stormers great Schalk Burger has fired a warning at his former team over their use of Damian Willemse. With injuries to Seabelo Senatla and Suleiman Hartzenberg coupled with Dylan Maart’s departure after his loan spell, coach John Dobson has selected Willemse on the...