Weekend URC Match-Day Squads Revealed

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Oct 15, 2025, 14:43

Mark your calendars and prep the snacks, because this weekend’s Vodacom URC matches are loaded with action. The South African squads are rolling out, and we’re here to give you the scoop on who’s hitting the pitch. Brace yourselves for bone-crushing tackles and breathtaking tries as we dive into the fixtures!

This Friday night lights spectacle features CONNACHT clashing with the VODACOM BULLS at 8:45 pm. The Bulls are parading a robust lineup with Willie le Roux at fullback and the dynamic Canan Moodie on the wing. Captain Reinhardt Ludwig is anchoring the forwards, promising to turn the pitch into a battleground.

Meanwhile, Saturday’s showdowns kick off with the LIONS, whose lineup remains a mystery, facing off against the SCARLETS at 1:45 pm. The Sharks are also keeping their cards close to their chest for their 4:00 pm encounter with ULSTER. It's the first home game of the season for the Sharks, and as their social media teases, a massive comeback is on the horizon.

"Comeback loading ?? See you there!"

The evening game at 8:45 pm will see ZEBRE go head-to-head with the STORMERS. The Stormers’ squad is yet to be announced, but openside flanker Paul de Villiers is on fire this season.

"I want to make myself irreplaceable,"

declares de Villiers, hinting at the intense preparation the Stormers are undergoing.

Here’s a quick recap of the announced squad for the BULLS: Starting XV: Willie le Roux, Canan Moodie, Dawid Kriel, Jan Serfontein, Sebastian de Klerk, Keagan Johannes, Paul de Wet, Jeandre Rudolph, JJ Theron, Nama Xaba, Reinhardt Ludwig (c), Cobus Wiese, Wilco Louw, Jan-Hendrik Wessels, Alu Tshakweni. Bench: Johan Grobbelaar, Gerhard Steenekamp, Francois Klopper, Nicolaas Janse van Rensburg, Mpilo Gumede, Embrose Papier, Harold Vorster, Stravino Jacobs.

Don’t forget to follow the action and cheer for your favorite team. With player performances peaking and strategies sharpening, this weekend promises to elevate the rugby fever to new heights!

 
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