United Rugby Championship News, Fixtures, Results & SA Team Updates

Stay up to date with all the latest URC news, fixtures, match results, and team updates, right here on SA Rugby Magazine. From dramatic comebacks to squad announcements and injury reports, we cover every angle with expert analysis and a proudly South African perspective.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 03: Johan Grobbelaar during the South African men's national rugby team gym session at High Performance Centre on August 03, 2021 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Bok door open for URC stars

Jacques Nienaber has not shut the door completely on potentially recalling players from the local franchises for their home Test against Argentina, as the new European season gets under way this weekend.

Stormers celebrate winning the Vodacom United Rugby Championship during the United Rugby Championship 2021/22 Grand Final between Stormers and Bulls held at Cape Town Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa on 18 June 2022 ©Shaun Roy/BackpagePix

URC primer: SA’s best rookie, comeback king and more …

The inaugural Vodacom United Rugby Championship had thrills, spills and even unexpected winners in the Stormers. Dylan Jack takes a stab at what the new season could have in store.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - JANUARY 19: Bismarck du Plessis of the Vodacom Bulls running onto the pitch with the Vodacom Blue Bulls during the Carling Currie Cup match between DHL Western Province and Vodacom Bulls at DHL Stadium on January 19, 2022 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Bismarck on Jake: My wife and I also disagree …

Veteran hooker Bismarck du Plessis says moving to the Vodacom Bulls has helped him rediscover his love for the game, while shedding light on his relationship with Jake White.

Stormers reveal new URC kit

The DHL Stormers have revealed their new home-and-away kit for the upcoming 2022-23 Vodacom United Rugby Championship season.

Johan Goosen of the Vodacom Bulls during the 2021 Carling Black Label Currie Cup semifinal between the Bulls and Western Province at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on 3 September 2021

Goosen: ‘Nowhere to hide’ in URC

As the South African teams complete their preparation for a second season in Europe, Vodacom Bulls flyhalf Johan Goosen has lauded the quality of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.

Watch: Stormers vs Sharks friendly

Watch the live action as the Stormers take on the Sharks in a pre-season friendly.

Images: Bulls reveal new kit

The Vodacom Bulls have unveiled their home and alternative kit for the upcoming 2022-23 Vodacom United Rugby Championship season.

Travel concerns mount for SA teams

The Lions are in for a 26-hour journey when they travel to play the Ospreys, effectively losing a day’s training, and the other South African teams are in for a similar ride.

Bieber out, Stormers stay?

The Stormers may yet begin their United Rugby Championship title defence at Cape Town Stadium later this month after Justin Bieber’s Justice Tour, scheduled for the same week, was cancelled.