Ackers backs Bulls’ bench power

Coach Johan Ackermann expects the Vodacom Bulls’ replacements to play a significant role in Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash against the Glasgow Warriors. Vodacom URC log-leaders Glasgow are favourites having won 11 successive home matches, but their...

Bulls make big call for Glasgow clash

The Vodacom Bulls have rejigged their backline for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 playoff against the Glasgow Warriors. In coach Johan Ackermann’s biggest call, David Kriel starts at fullback at the expense of veteran Springbok Willie le Roux, who drops to...

JP: Eben’s lifted Sharks’ standards

JP Pietersen says Eben Etzebeth has almost been like an extra coach for the Sharks during his 12-match ban. Etzebeth returns to action for the first time since being found guilty of eye-gouging during the Springboks’ last Test of 2025 against Wales. He starts in the...

Eben boost for weakened Sharks

The Sharks have thrust Eben Etzebeth straight into the starting lineup for Friday night’s EPCR Challenge Cup last-16 clash against Connacht in Galway. The Bok lock has completed his 12-week suspension after being found guilty of eye-gouging Wales flanker Alex Mann in...

Marcell: Glasgow’s the animal Bulls know

Captain Marcell Coetzee expects a brutal battle when the Vodacom Bulls’ take on the Glasgow Warriors in their Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash at Scotstoun. The two sides are no strangers to each other, having traded blows over the past year – including a win...