Ackermann warns Bulls face stern test to contain Stormers’ star-studded backline

Unbeaten Stormers make it a perfect 10/10 with stunning win over Bulls

The Stormers scored a last-gasp try off a driving maul to edge the Bulls 13-8 at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday night. The Stormers and Bulls engaged in humdinger of a clash, one only these fierce rivals can dish up in the blue-ribbon fixture of South African rugby. The result brings the unbeaten Stormers’ winning run to 10 The first half was by no means the best, but both sides had multiple opportunities during that period . Although it must be …

Ackermann warns Bulls face stern test to contain Stormers’ star-studded backline

Mchunu lands killer blow

Stormers .........13 Bulls ................... 8 A LATE try from replacement prop Ntuthuko Mchunu sealed victory for the Stormers – their eighth win from eight matches to consolidate their place at the top of the standings. With the match tied 8-8 with two minutes to go, the Stormers turned down kickable penalties and opted for lineouts, […] The post Mchunu lands killer blow appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Stormers v Bulls: Five takeaways as Springboks 10s fall short of 'standards' in gripping derby decided by Le Roux's 'all-or-nothing gamble'

Following the Stormers' 13-8 victory over the Bulls in Cape Town, here are our five takeaways from the United Rugby Championship clash.

'Becomes a habit': Stormers captain reflects on narrow victory over Bulls

“Our defence was really, really good and I didn’t feel like they were going to open us up.”