The Vodacom Bulls secured a crucial victory against the Stormers at Cape Town Stadium, boosting their chances of a top-two finish in the Vodacom URC.
The Vodacom Bulls solidified their position in the top two of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) with a hard-fought 33-32 bonus-point victory against the Stormers at Cape Town Stadium . This triumph marked the Bulls' first URC win on Stormers ' home turf and their second victory against their South African rivals in nine attempts. The match was a thrilling showcase of rugby prowess, with both teams displaying exceptional skills and determination.
The Bulls' dominant scrum was a key factor in their success, laying a solid platform for their attacking plays. No. 8 Cameron Hanekom was instrumental in the Bulls' performance, consistently breaking through the Stormers' defense. Willie le Roux, directing the Bulls' backline from fly-half, showcased his tactical brilliance and game control. The Bulls started the game strongly, with an impressive sequence of play culminating in a try for lock Cobus Wiese. However, the Stormers responded swiftly, employing a powerful maul from a lineout to secure a try through tighthead prop Frans Malherbe. Jan-Hendrik Wessels then crossed the line for the Bulls, while the Stormers captain, Salmaan Moerat, answered with a try of his own. The second half saw a shift in momentum as the Bulls capitalized on a Stormers knock-on, with center Harold Vorster touching down for their third try. The Stormers fought back with a pair of unconverted tries from Evan Roos and Warrick Gelant during the Bulls' yellow card period, taking a 29-25 lead. But the Bulls regained control with a penalty from Kriel, and a dramatic breakaway try from replacement lock Ruan Vermaak sealed their bonus-point victory
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