The Stormers will be the first South African side in action when they take on Irish side Connacht in Galway on Friday evening as the new URC season kicks off.
On Saturday, the focus shifts to Mzansi when the Lions host two-time defending champions Leinster, also from Ireland, in Johannesburg, before the Sharks take on the Ospreys from Wales in Durban.
The Bulls’ clash against Zebre Parma in Italy is the final match for the South African teams in round one.
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KEY MATCH INFORMATION FOR THE START OF THE URC
Connacht v Stormers
Date: Friday, 25 September 2026
Venue: Dexcom Stadium, Galway
SA
Read the full article from The South African Rugby here.
