The Northampton Saints return home in Round 2 of the Investec Champions Cup carrying momentum and confidence after a productive opening weekend on the road. 

The Saints earned a 35-27 win at Pau in Round 1, controlling key phases late to secure a valuable away result that immediately positioned them well in pool play. 

Now back at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens, Northampton looks to build on that foundation against a dangerous South African opponent.

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The Vodacom Bulls arrive seeking a response after a dramatic opening-round defeat. 

The Bulls were stunned by reigning Investec Champions Cup champion Bordeaux, conceding a flurry of second-half points in a 46-33 loss that shifted momentum sharply. 

Despite periods of strong play, the Bulls were unable to close the match, leaving them under early pressure heading into Round 2.

History also adds context to Sunday’s meeting. 

Northampton has won the last two matches against the Bulls, a trend that reinforces home confidence but also sharpens the Bulls’ motivation to reverse it. With both sides possessing contrasting Round 1 experiences, this fixture carries significant implications as pool standings begin to take shape.

Northampton Saints vs. Vodacom Bulls Kickoff Time, Lineups

The Northampton Saints host the Vodacom Bulls at 10:15 a.m. ET on Sunday, Dec. 14, at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens in Round 2 of the Investec Champions Cup.

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Northampton Saints Lineup vs. Vodacom Bulls

Starting XV

1. Danilo Fischetti
2. Craig Wright
3. Trevor Davison
4. Alex Coles
5. JJ van der Mescht
6. Josh Kemeny
7. Tom Pearson
8. Henry Pollock
9. Alex Mitchell
10. Fin Smith
11. George Hendy
12. Fraser Dingwall
13. Rory Hutchinson
14. Ollie Sleightholme
15. George Furbank

Replacements

• 16. Robbie Smith
• 17. Emmanuel Iyogun
• 18. Cleopas Kundiona
• 19. Chunya Munga
• 20. Ed Prowse
• 21. Sam Graham
• 22. Tom James
• 23. Toby Thame

Vodacom Bulls Lineup vs. Northampton Saints

Starting XV

1. Alulutho Tshakweni
2. Akker van der Merwe
3. Mornay Smith
4. Cobus Wiese
5. JF van Heerden
6. Marcell Coetzee
7. Reinhardt Ludwig
8. Elrigh Louw
9. Zak Burger
10. Kade Wolhuter
11. Stravino Jacobs
12. Harold Vorster
13. Stedman Gans
14. Sergeal Petersen
15. Devon Williams

Replacements

• 16. Juann Else
• 17. Sti Sithole
• 18. Khutha Mchunu
• 19. Mpilo Gumede
• 20. Nizaam Carr
• 21. Embrose Papier
• 22. Keagan Johannes
• 23. Philip-Albert van Niekerk

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Investec Champions Cup Round 2 

Friday, Dec. 12

• 3 p.m. ET: Leicester Tigers vs. Leinster Rugby, Mattioli Woods Welford Road

Saturday, Dec. 13

• 8 a.m. ET: DHL Stormers vs. La Rochelle, Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
• 10:15 a.m. ET: Hollywoodbets Sharks vs. Saracens, Hollywoodbets Kings Park
• 10:15 a.m. ET: Clermont Auvergne vs. Sale Sharks, Stade Marcel-Michelin
• 12:30 p.m. ET: Bordeaux-Bègles vs. Scarlets, Stade Chaban-Delmas
• 12:30 p.m. ET: Munster Rugby vs. Gloucester Rugby, SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
• 3 p.m. ET: Glasgow Warriors vs. Toulouse, Scotstoun Stadium

Sunday, Dec. 14

• 8 a.m. ET: Harlequins vs. Bayonne, Twickenham Stoop
• 8 a.m. ET: Castres Olympique vs. Edinburgh Rugby, Stade Pierre-Fabre
• 10:15 a.m. ET: Toulon vs. Bath Rugby, Stade Félix Mayol
• 10:15 a.m. ET: Northampton Saints vs. Vodacom Bulls, cinch Stadium @ Franklin’s Gardens
• 12:30 p.m. ET: Bristol Bears vs. Pau, Ashton Gate

Investec Champions Cup Round 1 Scores

Friday Scores

• DHL Stormers 23, Bayonne 17 | FINAL
• Sale Sharks 21, Glasgow Warriors 26 | FINAL

Saturday Scores 

• Saracens 47, Clermont 10 | FINAL
• Bordeaux 46, Vodacom Bulls 33 | FINAL
• La Rochelle 39, Leicester Tigers 20 | FINAL
• Leinster Rugby 45, Harlequins 28 | FINAL
• Bristol Bears 17, Scarlets 16 | FINAL
• Bath Rugby 40, Munster Rugby 14 | FINAL

Sunday Scores

• Northampton Saints 35, Pau 27 | FINAL
• Toulouse 56, Hollywoodbets Sharks 19 | FINAL
• Gloucester Rugby 34, Castres 14 | FINAL
• Edinburgh Rugby 33, Toulon | Final

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