Dobbo’s Diary: WP rugby’s new field of dreams
John Dobson says the DHL Stormers will continue to “build a new history” for Western Province rugby at Cape Town Stadium when they host Clermont in the Champions Cup on Saturday.
Newlands heritage proposal could destroy WP Rugby
The proposal by a group of former players to have Newlands rugby stadium declared a heritage site could bring an end to Western Province rugby, according to administrators of the union.
Why selling Newlands is saving WP Rugby
The sale of Newlands rugby stadium is critical to the financial future of Western Province Rugby. Attempts to preserve it as a supposed heritage site won’t save the old lady but destroy WP rugby.
O’Driscoll lauds SA impact in Europe
Former Ireland captain Brian O’Driscoll has sung the praises for South Africa’s inclusion in the Champions Cup, as the Vodacom Bulls and DHL Stormers look set to join the Sharks in the playoffs.
Stormers embracing Libbok’s absence
The DHL Stormers see Manie Libbok’s concussion-enforced absence from Saturday’s crucial Champions Cup clash with Clermont as a perfect opportunity to test their depth at flyhalf.
Roos back for Stormers?
DHL Stormers No 8 Evan Roos will undergo a fitness test on Thursday that could put him in line to face Clermont in a Champions Cup rematch in Cape Town on Saturday.
Nel relishing challenge as Stormers 13
Ruhan Nel takes great pride in wearing the DHL Stormers No 13 jersey and is looking forward to another big challenge in the Champions Cup at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
Malherbe extends Stormers stay
Experienced tighthead prop Frans Malherbe has signed a three-year contract extension to continue his considerable legacy as a DHL Stormer.
Watch: Stormers ‘wheel got a puncture’
Swys de Bruin says the DHL Stormers should have looked after the ball far better after London Irish were reduced to 13 men in the Champions Cup match on Sunday.
SA teams to get home Champs Cup playoffs
The Sharks, Vodacom Bulls and DHL Stormers will be able to play their Champions Cup round of 16 and quarter-final fixtures at home, if they progress that far in the competition.
