CHAMPIONS CUP

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Stormers lock in Bok-laden squad for bumper upcoming season

Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson has confirmed an impressive 56-man squad for the 2026/27 season that includes the Champions Cup and United Rugby Championship.

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Stormers centre Dan du Plessis set to join Champions Cup winners in France

Stormers centre Dan du Plessis has signed a two-year deal with French Top 14 side Union Bordeaux Begles, the Investec Champions Cup winners.

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Jean-Luc du Preez dismisses retirement reports as he targets return from injury setback

Springbok loose forward Jean-Luc du Preez has firmly dismissed reports in France suggesting he is on the verge of retirement due to ongoing concussion-related issues.

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Wounded Leinster determined to respond against Lions in URC quarter-final

Leinster prop Andrew Porter says they are intent on bouncing back and defending their United Rugby Championship crown after yet another bruising Champions Cup final defeat.

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Springbok legend and Lions coach defend Leinster scapegoat Jacques Nienaber

Former Springbok Victor Matfield and Lions scrum coach Julian Redelinghuys have defended Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber in the wake of their disastrous Champions Cup loss.

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SA Rugby weighing Champions Cup exit amid ongoing player workload crisis

SA Rugby has confirmed it is weighing a potential Champions Cup exit as part of a wider review of player workload, but stressed no decisions have been made.

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