UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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Stormers unleash Evan Roos for blockbuster URC opener against champions Leinster

Springbok Evan Roos will start at No.8 for the Stormers in their United Rugby Championship opener against Leinster at DHL Stadium on Friday night.

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URC greenlights controversial 20-minute red card rule for 2025/26 season

The United Rugby Championship has announced the introduction of the 20-minute red card law trial for the upcoming season, outlining how the rule will be applied and the reasoning behind its adoption.

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Vincent Tshituka captains depleted Sharks tourning squad as URC gets underway this Friday

The Sharks get their 2025/26 United Rugby Championship campaign underway with an away match against the Glasgow Warriors in Scotland on Friday evening.

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Veteran Willie Le Roux to train with Springboks, still available for Bulls

Springbok veteran Willie le Roux will train with the squad in Durban this week, but will still be available for selection for the Bulls as they start their United Rugby Championship campaign.

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Marcell Coetzee backs Ackermann as Bulls eye URC redemption

Bulls veteran loose forward Marcell Coetzee says new head coach Johan Ackermann has brought fresh energy ahead of their United Rugby Championship campaign.

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Bulls geared up for fresh challenge under Johan Ackermann

Bulls head coach Johan Ackermann says he is not looking too far ahead as his side begins preparations for the upcoming United Rugby Championship.

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