Overview
- The Stormers lead Pool 3 on nine points after two wins and visit Harlequins at The Stoop this weekend.
- Coach John Dobson highlighted expanded squad depth—41 players used—and said the target is at least a point in London to bolster hosting hopes.
- Harlequins slipped to three heavy Premiership defeats, including 66-21 at Northampton, prompting a rare joint statement from their CEO and chairman.
- The Sharks fell 23-22 to the Lions on an 81st-minute try, sit fifth in Pool 1 a point off the top four, and face Sale before a home date with Clermont.
- The Bulls’ sixth straight loss leaves them winless in Pool 4 on one point, with Bristol visiting Loftus next before a trip to Pau.