Every South Africa Rugby Derby On The 2026-2027 United Rugby Championship Schedule

South African rugby has become one of the driving forces behind the United Rugby Championship, and the 2026-27 season once again features a full slate of derby matches between the DHL Stormers, Vodacom Bulls, Hollywoodbets Sharks and Lions.

Aug 23

James Lowe Leaves Leinster As Ireland's Rugby Powers Reshape Their Squads

Ireland's four United Rugby Championship clubs enter the 2026-27 season with championship aspirations once again, but no offseason storyline has been bigger than the departure of one of Leinster Rugby's greatest players.

Aug 22

The Complete United Rugby Championship 2026-2027 Schedule: Every Fixture, Derby And Key Date

The United Rugby Championship returns this fall with perhaps its most compelling season yet, as 16 clubs from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Italy and South Africa begin the road to the 2027 BKT URC Grand Final on June 19.

Jul 31

Ivan van Rooyen Wins URC Coach Of The Season After Lions Rise

The Fidelity SecureDrive Lions entered the 2025-26 season believing they were capable of more. After several years of promise without a playoff appearance, the Johannesburg-based franchise finally delivered on that potential under the guidance of Ivan van Rooyen.

Jun 6

Top United Rugby Championship Players To Watch During The 2026 Playoffs

The United Rugby Championship playoffs are built around stars.

May 29

Leinster Rugby vs. Fidelity SecureDrive Lions Kickoff Time, Lineups

Leinster Rugby welcome Fidelity SecureDrive Lions to Aviva Stadium for a URC playoff semifinal, with a place in the championship match at stake.

May 29

Ranking Every Matchup In The United Rugby Championship Quarterfinals

The URC quarterfinals feature four very different matchups, each carrying its own level of drama, pressure and intrigue heading into the postseason.

May 29

Every United Rugby Championship Quarterfinal Explained In 1 Stat

The United Rugby Championship quarterfinals are filled with storylines, pressure and heavyweight matchups, but sometimes one number explains everything you need to know about a playoff game.

May 28

Can The Lions Pull Off A Shock Win Over Leinster Rugby In Dublin?

Most people expect Leinster Rugby to advance comfortably.

May 28

Leinster Rugby vs. Lions: Everything To Know Before The Quarterfinal

Leinster Rugby begin another playoff run as one of the favorites to win the URC title, again.

May 28

The Most Dangerous Try Scorers In The URC Playoffs

Playoff rugby often comes down to moments.

May 27

Rugby Union Club Rankings 2026: Leinster Leads Before Cup Finals

Leinster holds the No. 1 spot in the latest FloRugby Rugby Union Club Rankings after another strong URC result, while Toulouse's emphatic Top 14 win over Toulon helped power one of the biggest moves of the week.

May 14

Rugby Union Club Rankings 2026: Leinster, Stormers Hold

The European season has officially narrowed down to its final contenders.

May 6

Andrew Porter Returns as Leinster Chase Champions Cup, URC Double

After a frustrating spell on the sidelines, Andrew Porter is relishing being back as Leinster Rugby chase silverware in both the Investec Champions Cup and United Rugby Championship.

May 6

Rugby Union Club Rankings 2026: Leinster, Stormers Stay Top Two

The European club season is reaching the point where domestic form and knockout rugby are starting to overlap.

Apr 29