Stormers vs. Bulls: URC Round 9 Match Of The Week Preview
Stormers vs. Bulls: URC Round 9 Match Of The Week Preview
The Stormers host the Bulls at DHL Stadium in URC Round 9, opening 2026. Check out the head-to-head history, recent form and stats from their last clash.
The 2026 United Rugby Championship season gets a blockbuster opening act, as the DHL Stormers host the Vodacom Bulls at DHL Stadium on Jan. 3, in Round 9 of the competition.
It marks the first match of the new year for both sides and another chapter in one of South African rugby’s fiercest rivalries.
The action kicks off at 11 a.m. ET, streaming live on FloRugby.
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History suggests a tight contest.
Across their last five head-to-head meetings, the Stormers hold three wins to the Bulls’ two, while average points scored sit dead even at 26 apiece.
Recent form, however, leans heavily toward the Cape side.
The Stormers arrive unbeaten in their last five matches, while the Bulls have endured a difficult run, losing all of their previous five outings.
Their most recent clash underlined just how fine the margins are. The Stormers edged the Bulls on the scoreboard, 19-16, through four penalty goals to the Bulls’ three, with both teams crossing for a single try and conversion.
With New Year's momentum, home advantage at DHL Stadium and recent form on their side, the Stormers will look to make a statement. The Bulls, meanwhile, will be desperate to reset their season and spoil the party in Cape Town.
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URC Fixtures: Round 9 Schedule
Thursday, Jan. 1
- 10 AM ET – Dragons vs. Scarlets
- 12:30 PM ET – Ospreys vs. Cardiff
Friday, Jan. 2
- 2:45 PM ET – Ulster vs. Munster
Saturday, Jan. 3
- 8:30 AM ET – Sharks vs. Lions
- 11 AM ET – DHL Stormers vs. Vodacom Bulls
- 12:30 PM ET – Benetton vs. Edinburgh
- 12:30 PM ET – Leinster vs. Connacht
- 2:45 PM ET – Glasgow Warriors vs. Zebre Parma
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