The new fixtures will see the DHL Stormers, Vodacom Bulls, Hollywoodbets Sharks, and Emirates Lions battle it out in February and March.
South African rugby fans, mark your calendars!
Next year’s eagerly anticipated Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) derbies featuring South Africa’s powerhouse teams have been rescheduled after their initial dates were shifted to avoid a clash with the Carling Currie Cup final scheduled for September.
The new fixtures will see the DHL Stormers, Vodacom Bulls, Hollywoodbets Sharks, and Emirates Lions battle it out in February and March.
The Stormers are set to kick off the rescheduled matches, taking on the Bulls at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium. A month later, the Sharks will welcome the Lions to Hollywoodbets Kings Park in Durban.
Both games promise high-stakes action as these formidable teams face off in front of their home fans, with live broadcasts available on SuperSport.
These upcoming derbies not only reignite intense rivalries but also set the stage for teams to make their mark in the early rounds of the Vodacom URC season. Fans can look forward to thrilling match-ups that showcase the strength and skill of South Africa’s rugby giants.
Rescheduled round 1 fixtures
DHL Stormers vs Vodacom Bulls
Date: Saturday, 8 February 2025
Venue: DHL Stadium, Cape Town
SA Time: 2pm
Hollywoodbets Sharks vs Emirates Lions
Date: Saturday, 8 March 2025
Venue: Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban
SA Time: 2pm
