Vodacom Bulls vs Ospreys Rugby Kickoff Time and Lineups in URC Round 1
Vodacom Bulls vs Ospreys Rugby Kickoff Time and Lineups in URC Round 1
Vodacom Bulls face Ospreys in Round 1 of the URC. Get kickoff time, lineups and streaming details for the Loftus Versfeld Stadium clash.
The Vodacom Bulls begin their United Rugby Championship campaign at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria with a Round 1 matchup against the Ospreys.
The clash features a mix of emerging stars and experienced leaders as both sides look to set the tone for their seasons. Junior Springbok U-20 World Cup winners JJ Theron and Cheswill Jooste will earn their first starts for the Bulls, providing home supporters with a glimpse of the next generation.
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The Ospreys arrive in Pretoria with a milestone moment on the horizon. Forward James Ratti is in line to make his 50th appearance for the club off the bench, a marker of consistency within the Welsh side’s setup. With both squads looking to establish early rhythm, the Round 1 contest presents a key opportunity to test combinations in one of the league’s most iconic venues.
Bulls head coach Johan Ackermann said the emphasis is on standards and unpredictability as his team takes the field.
“It’s a privilege to be part of a competition with such rich history,” Ackermann said. “I’m excited to see the players run out, looking to start well. We are still new to one another, but the focus must be on setting standards. I’ve seen a change in our culture; it’s been a good time. The Vodacom Bulls must play with variation and be unpredictable. We have a responsibility to our fans and sponsors to play well.”
Vodacom Bulls vs. Ospreys Kickoff in Round 1 of the United Rugby Championship
Kickoff for Vodacom Bulls vs. Ospreys is set for 8:00 a.m. ET at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria. The game will be contested as part of Round 1 of the United Rugby Championship.
Vodacom Bulls Lineup vs. Ospreys in Round 1 of United Rugby Championship
- Starting Lineup: Devon Williams, Cheswill Jooste, David Kriel, Jan Serfontein, Sebastian de Klerk, Keagan Johannes, Embrose Papier, Gerhard Steenekamp, Johan Grobbelaar, Morne Smith, Cobus Wiese, JF van Heerden, Marcell Coetzee (capt.), Mpilo Gumede, JJ Theron
- Replacements: Juann Else, Alu Tshakweni, Francois Klopper, Nicolaas Janse van Rensburg, Nama Xaba, Paul de Wet, Stedman Gans, Willie le Roux
Ospreys Lineup vs. Vodacom Bulls in Round 1 of United Rugby Championship
- Starting Lineup: Jack Walsh, Dan Kasende, Phil Cokanasiga, Keiran Williams, Keelan Giles, Dan Edwards, Reuben Morgan-Williams, Garyn Phillips, Dewi Lake (capt.), Tom Botha, Rhys Davies, James Fender, Ross Moriarty, Harri Deaves, Morgan Morse
- Replacements: Ethan Lewis, Steffan Thomas, Rhys Henry, Huw Sutton, James Ratti, Luke Davies, Tom Florence, Harri Houston
How to Watch Vodacom Bulls vs. Ospreys in Round 1 of the United Rugby Championship
The match between the Vodacom Bulls and the Ospreys will stream live on FloRugby and the FloSports app. Coverage begins shortly before kickoff at 8:00 a.m. ET. A FloRugby subscription is required to watch every game of Round 1 in the United Rugby Championship.
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