UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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Lions unfazed about returning to Leinster for URC knockout

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen is adamant he and his charges are relishing the chance to topple Leinster at home at their United Rugby Championship clash on 30 May.

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The Sharks' silverlining is their youth

Sharks boss JP Pietersen is feeling positive about the future of the franchise after several youngsters shone brightly at the back end of the United Rugby Championship.

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URC quarterfinal fixtures and dates confirmed

The United Rugby Championship quarterfinals are now confirmed with eight teams from across Ireland, South Africa, Scotland and Wales reaching the playoffs, which take place on 29 and 30 May.

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URC: Bulls secure home quarter-final with convincing win over Benetton

The Bulls confirmed home-ground advantage for the United Rugby Championship quarter-finals with a commanding 45-19 bonus-point victory over Benetton on Saturday, overcoming a brief second-half wobble.

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'They wanted it more' - Dobson admits Stormers were second best against Cardiff

Stormers coach John Dobson was left searching for answers after a woeful performance against Cardiff cost his side a chance of a home URC semi-final and final.

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Walking wounded: Johan Ackermann explains injury-hit Bulls

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann revealed the extent of the injuries that have left the Bulls without several key stars for this weekend's United Rugby Championship duties.

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