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- Stormers Adopt Physical Playoff Blueprint for Crucial Northern Hemisphere Road Trip to Secure Top Spot
Published: Apr 30, 2026
Section: Sports
Director of Rugby John Dobson has outlined a direct tactical shift for the Stormers as they prepare for season-defining away fixtures against Ulster and Cardiff. Currently leading...
- Tactical Chess in Cape Town: Four Pivotal Duels That Will Decide the Stormers vs. Glasgow Showdown
Published: Apr 25, 2026
Section: Sports
As the United Rugby Championship enters a critical Round 16, the clash between the second-placed Stormers and log-leading Glasgow Warriors at DHL Stadium stands as the weekend’s ma...
- Damian Willemse Defends Wing Role as Stormers Prepare for Glasgow Top-Table Confrontation
Published: Apr 24, 2026
Section: Sports
Springbok utility back Damian Willemse has embraced his tactical shift to the wing, citing the move as a vital addition to the Stormers' defensive and kicking strategies. As the Ca...
- Stormers Tactical Experiment Falters as Damian Willemse’s Move to Wing Underwhelms in Connacht Defeat
Published: Apr 22, 2026
Section: Sports
The Stormers' attempt to utilize Damian Willemse on the wing failed to produce the desired results during a 24-33 loss to Connacht at Cape Town Stadium. Despite an emotional atmosp...
- Stormers Re-evaluate Backline Strategy as Damian Willemse Wing Experiment Faces Growing Criticism
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Sports
Following a 24-33 defeat to Connacht, the Stormers’ decision to deploy Springbok utility back Damian Willemse on the wing has come under intense tactical scrutiny. While intended t...
- Stormers Monitor Playmaker Jurie Matthee Following Training Injury Ahead of Critical Glasgow Clash
Published: Apr 20, 2026
Section: Sports
Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson has confirmed that flyhalf Jurie Matthee is sidelined with an undisclosed injury sustained during a recent practice session. While initially...
- Stormers Monitor Jurie Matthee Following Training Setback Ahead of Connacht Clash
Published: Apr 18, 2026
Section: Sports
The Stormers are facing a minor flyhalf crisis as Jurie Matthee has been sidelined with a training-ground injury. While initially feared to be a long-term absence, Director of Rugb...
- Stormers Recall 10 Springboks for Critical URC Clash Against Connacht
Published: Apr 18, 2026
Section: Sports
The Stormers have named a formidable starting lineup featuring 10 Springboks for their Round 15 United Rugby Championship encounter against Connacht at DHL Stadium. As the Cape Tow...
- Connacht Faces Season Defining Challenge Against High Flying Stormers in Cape Town Heat
Published: Apr 17, 2026
Section: Sports
Connacht arrived in South Africa for a crucial two-match tour, starting with a difficult fixture against the second-placed Stormers at Cape Town Stadium. Despite the absence of sta...
- Strategic Backline Reshuffle: Solving the Stormers' Playmaking Conundrum After European Exit
Published: Apr 8, 2026
Section: Sports
Following a heartbreaking one-point defeat to Toulon, Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson faces a critical selection puzzle ahead of the URC season finale. The spotlight is on "...
- South African Franchises Eye Play-Off Dominance As Round 14 United Rugby Championship Battles Commence
Published: Mar 30, 2026
Section: Sports
South Africa’s United Rugby Championship teams enter Round 14 with significant momentum, aiming to solidify their positions in the play-off race. High-stakes encounters at Loftus V...
- Damian Willemse Moves to Wing as Stormers Strategy Targets Aerial Dominance Against Edinburgh
Published: Mar 30, 2026
Section: Sports
Stormers head coach John Dobson has repositioned Springbok star Damian Willemse to the wing to counter the modern high ball game ahead of their United Rugby Championship clash. The...