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Sharks Jolt URC Race With First Cape Town Win Over Stormers

The result drops the Stormers to second, placing fresh scrutiny on their response in Durban.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - JANUARY 24: Jaco Williams of the Sharks scores a try during the United Rugby Championship match between DHL Stormers and Hollywoodbets Sharks at DHL Stadium on January 24, 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images)
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - JANUARY 24: Eduan Swart and Cobus Reinach during the United Rugby Championship match between DHL Stormers and Hollywoodbets Sharks at DHL Stadium on January 24, 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Cole Cruickshank/Gallo Images)
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Overview

  • The Sharks beat the Stormers 30-19 in Cape Town to end the hosts’ unbeaten URC run and secure their first URC victory at the venue.
  • Glasgow Warriors lead the log by three points as the Stormers slip to second with a game in hand, while the Sharks climb to 11th.
  • Stormers boss John Dobson called it their worst display of the season, with injuries to Ruhan Nel (calf, about four weeks) and Salmaan Moerat (toe) under assessment.
  • Interim coach JP Pietersen credits the Sharks’ set-piece and aerial execution, making it four wins in six under his watch, with the rematch at Kings Park set for Saturday at 17:00.
  • The Bulls won 19-17 in Edinburgh for their first victory there to rise to ninth, the Lions drew 24-24 with Ospreys to stay seventh, and the SA Shield race is level on points with the Sharks narrowly ahead on difference.