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Coach Johan Ackermann says missed opportunities and soft penalties cost the Vodacom Bulls in a 25-21 defeat to Glasgow in the Investec Champions Cup last 16. Ackermann was quick to praise his players’ heart but admitted they let themselves down in key moments. “First of all, I’m extremely proud of the players and the effort […]

Kalvin Gourgues scored two scintillating tries as Toulouse hammered the Bristol Bears in the Investec Champions Cup last 16 on Saturday. The France centre crossed twice in the first half in glorious sunshine in south-west France to set up a 59-26 victory and quarter-final clash next weekend against holders Bordeaux Bègles or the Leicester Tigers, who meet

The Vodacom Bulls could lose star scrumhalf Embrose Papier unless Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus comes to the party. Papier’s standout URC form has driven up his value, leaving the Bulls vulnerable to overseas interest. The 28-year-old remains contracted until June 2027 but Rapport claims Loftus bosses are already concerned about their ability to keep Papier beyond

Michaelhouse stunned Affies in Pretoria, while there were notable wins for Rondebosch and DHS in Saturday’s Easter rugby festivals action. Pretoria Boys’ High 125th Anniversary Easter Rugby Festival Michaelhouse delivered one of the standout performances of day one, overturning a half-time deficit to beat Affies 29-27. It was a tightly contested throughout, with Affies taking

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu admitted the drop-goal option was not considered after the Stormers fell agonisingly short against Toulon at the Stade Mayol. In a frantic finish to the Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash, the Stormers – trailing 28-27 – had worked themselves into Toulon’s 22. But instead of setting up for a drop goal, the visitors

Frans Malherbe will still have a future at the Stormers if he gets the all-clear to return to rugby later this month. Coach John Dobson told Rapport that the Stormers would have no hesitation in extending the veteran prop’s contract, which is set to expire in June, by another year. “If he keeps playing and

The Vodacom Bulls lost a thrilling Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash to the Glasgow Warriors in torrential conditions at Scotstoun Stadium. Bulls replacement flank Marco van Staden’s late try made it a one-point game, but Glasgow then slotted a penalty goal to secure a 25-21 win. Franco Smith’s Warriors will host Toulon – who beat

Man of the Match Thomas du Toit reflects on Bath’s 31-22 victory against Saracens in their Investec Champions Cup round-of-16-playoff at The Rec. Thomas du Toit speaks after Player of the Match display for @BathRugby against Saracens “Very grateful for the boys. Well done to everyone.” #InvestecChampionsCup pic.twitter.com/mZoemgayKx — Premier Sports (@PremSportsTV) April 4, 2026

Stormers coach John Dobson rued missed opportunities and a controversial late decision after his side’s agonising 28-27 Investec Champions Cup last-16 defeat at the Stade Mayol. Despite trailing late, the Stormers fought their way back into contention, only to be denied at the death – a moment that left Dobson visibly frustrated. “I was very

Nick Mallett slammed referee Christophe Ridley after the Stormers’ controversial Investec Champions Cup last-16 loss to Toulon. REPORT: Toulon break Stormers’ hearts “Dreadful decision from the referee” Breyton Paulse and Nick Mallett share their take after the DHL Stormers’ loss in Toulon #InvestecChampionsCup | #SSRugby pic.twitter.com/1pQe56XAlD — SuperSport Rugby (@SSRugby) April 4, 2026 The post