Stormers

Who’s hot and who’s not: Louis Rees-Zammit’s NFL move, Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies appointment and Elton Jantjies’ fall from grace

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

‘Ridiculous’ Champions Cup format slammed after round of 16 fixtures revealed

Fans and pundits are not pleased after the confirmation of the Champions Cup round of 16 fixtures.

Rugby rumours and transfers: Jack Willis, Duane Vermeulen, Henry Slade and more

Our recap of some of the biggest transfer news, rumours and movements.

Stormers boss ‘thrilled’ to break European hoodoo in tough conditions

John Dobson hailed the character of his Stormers players in Saturday's win over Stade Francais which booked their place in the Champions Cup's round-of-16.

Investec Champions Cup round-of-16 ties revealed after thrilling weekend

Check out the draw for the Champions Cup last-16.

Springbok playmaker’s late try seals Stormers’ Champions Cup play-off berth

A late converted try from Manie Libbok booked the Stormers' place in the Investec Champions Cup's play-offs courtesy of a 24-20 win over Stade Francais.

Retired Springboks great Duane Vermeulen courted for coaching gig – report

Duane Vermeulen will meet with a team this week to discuss a coaching role.

Stade Francais v Stormers: Five takeaways from a chaotic classic in Paris

Following the Stormers’ dramatic 24-20 win over Stade Francais in Paris, here are our five takeaways from the Investec Champions Cup clash.

New England captain ruled out injured for Saracens while Manie Libbok reaches milestone

Check on the team news for all the games in the final round of the Investec Champions Cup pool stage, with plenty riding on this weekend's clashes.

Veteran Stormers front-row not taking struggling Stade Francais’ scrum lightly

Veteran Stormers front-row Ali Vermaak expects a tough battle in the scrums against Stade Francais in Saturday's Champions Cup clash in Paris.

Stormers looking to rediscover how to ‘bury teams’ that are ‘on the ropes’

Stormers boss John Dobson wants his side to re-learn how to put teams away when they have the upper hand despite a 31-24 win over Sale Sharks last weekend.

Champions Cup Team of the Week: French stars dominate with a healthy English contingent

Our Champions Cup Team of the Week following the weekend's action.

Why South African sides can’t host a Champions Cup semi-final and the English ground the Bulls have selected

Jake White has confirmed that South Africa sides will not be able to host Champions Cup semi-final matches.

Hacjivah Dayimani sends message to Springboks coaches as Stormers beat Sale Sharks

The Stormers proved too strong for Sale Sharks in the Champions Cup after they claimed a 31-24 victory at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

Stormers v Sale Sharks: Five takeaways including Hacjivah Daymani, defence wins games and true grit

Our takeaways from the Stormers 31-24 win over Sale Sharks in Cape Town.

Ireland handed fitness boost ahead of Six Nations while Leicester Tigers bench Springboks in key Champions Cup round

Round Three of the Champions Cup is packed full of intriguing matches with Toulon v Munster, Ulster v Toulouse and Bath v Racing 92 standing out.

Hacjivah Dayimani working in the ‘trenches’ to fulfil Springbok dream

Stormers star Hacjivah Dayimani wants to prove his worth down the middle of the park in the hope of fulfilling his Springbok dream.

Champions Cup match officials announced for Rounds Three and Four

The match officials for Rounds Three and Four of the Champions Cup have been announced, with the action set to make or break teams' knockout hopes.

Have the Stormers got their latest bargain in the form of a forgotten Springboks prodigy?

The Stormers, who have become renowned for their bargain buys, may have got their latest one in the form of Wandisile Simelane.

How project ‘Make Cape Town Smile’ gives Stormers a massive edge at home

Stormers head coach John Dobson feels the connection between his team and their fans gives the players an extra edge at home.

Eben Etzebeth injury adds to the Sharks’ woes as Stormers claim derby win

The Stormers secured their fifth United Rugby Championship victory of the season after they earned a 16-15 triumph over the Sharks.

Several Springboks named for Coastal Derby while Glasgow change three for 1872 Cup

Check out the line-ups for Saturday's United Rugby Championship action.

‘December is turning out to be good’ – Stormers eye dream end to 2023

The Stormers are looking to complete a near-perfect December that has turned their season around after some positive results.

Five storylines to watch in the URC including the Coastal Derby, surprise package and 1872 Cup

Ahead of yet another intriguing round of action, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at five storylines to follow this weekend.

The Springbok giant that will be ‘fired up’ against his old club in Coastal Derby

Stormers hooker Scarre Ntudeni expects Eben Etzebeth to be raring to go when he travels to Cape Town with the Sharks this weekend.

Who’s hot and who’s not: All Blacks new coaching addition, Bath top of the pile and more financial concerns

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Stormers receive backline boost as Springbok star returns for Coastal derby

The Stormers confirmed that playmaking full-back Warrick Gelant and centre Dan du Plessis have made their returns from injury.

How the ‘hardest-working’ Springbok Rugby World Cup star fixed his goal-kicking

Stormers coach Gareth Wright hailed Manie Libbok as the “hardest-working” player he has coached after his success in the 26-20 win over the Bulls.

Stormers v Bulls: Five takeaways as Springboks stars and hopefuls light up heart-racing North-South derby

Our takeaways from the heart-racing URC derby between the Stormers and Bulls.

Springboks shine as Stormers continue their North-South dominance over the Bulls

Stormers claimed a 26-20 win over their fierce rivals the Bulls in the North-South derby in Cape Town on Saturday night in the United Rugby Championship.