URC — Friday 05 June 2026

The Vodacom URC delivered pure drama on the night at the Affidea Stadium, culminating in a nail-biting 38-38 draw between the DHL Stormers and Ulster. The fixture was not settled until the final whistle, making the penalty try at death a truly dramatic conclusion to a high-scoring affair. Ulster registered five tries throughout the match, contributing to the relentless scoring that saw both sides battling to an absolute deadlock.

Meanwhile, the Hollywoodbets Sharks have been on a tear in their final campaigns, securing massive victories. They demolished Benetton at Hollywoodbets Kings Park, winning 46-7, followed by an emphatic 54-19 dismantling of Zebre at the same venue. This sheer scoring volume in consecutive fixtures paints a picture of a dominant, high-octane run for the franchise as they wrapped up their 2025/26 campaign.

The Stormers, facing high stakes in their Quarter-Final run, had already faced adversity, notably dropping 22-16 to Cardiff. Despite the recent stumble, their ability to fight to a draw against Ulster ensured they remained in the playoff conversation heading into the final rounds.