UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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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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Stormers eye strong Cardiff response as Dobson demands better defence and finishing

Stormers coach John Dobson wants his side to be more clinical on attack and committed on defence in Saturday's URC quarter-final against Cardiff in Cape Town.

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Munster suffer injury setback as Jack Crowley ruled out of Bulls play-off clash

Munster have suffered a significant setback ahead of their URC quarter-final against the Bulls in Pretoria with the news that Ireland flyhalf Jack Crowley has been ruled out.

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John Dobson reveals Cheslin Kolbe needed to make financial sacrifices to return to the Stormers

Stormers director of rugby John Dobson hailed superstar Cheslin Kolbe for the immense sacrifices he made to rejoin the Cape outfit.

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Stormers set for double boost ahead of URC playoffs

The Stormers are set for a timely boost in personnel ahead of the United Rugby Championship quarterfinal against Cardiff on 30 May.

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Lions host Leinster and Sharks face Ospreys as 2026-27 URC fixtures are confirmed

The Lions will host Leinster and the Sharks welcome Ospreys on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship, with the Stormers and Bulls set to start away from home.

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