URC — Monday 27 April 2026

The boot of Handre Pollard proved the difference on the day, as the Bulls found a narrow 23-21 victory over the Scarlets at Parc y. Despite the hosts landing over three tries, the visitors—who are fiercely chasing play-off positions—edged their way to a crucial win.

The battle was played out in sharp bursts of brilliance and tactical fouls. The Bulls opened the scoring with a slick team move, seeing Cheswell Jooste convert the first try. While the Scarlets rallied in the opening quarter, capitalizing on moments of brilliance like a set-piece setup orchestrated by Joe Hawkins, the Bulls retained the vital edge. Shortly after the break, the contest tipped further toward the home side after indiscipline became a factor, with a yellow card issued to Francois Klopper.

However, the momentum was brutalized by the visitors. A lightning pick and go from Harold Vorster allowed Embrose Papier to deliver the ball out to Pollard, who then converted the try. The intensity of the game was highlighted by the controversial binting of Stedman Gans for tugging on the shirt of Joe Roberts. Despite the officiating favouring the Scarlets, the Bulls maintained their ruthless edge, with Pollard kicking over 13 points throughout the afternoon to inspire their playoff ambitions.