Stormers running riot

URC: CAPE SIDE GO TOP AS ALL THE OTHER SOUTH AFRICAN SIDES ARE BEATEN

- Nicholas Zaal

DANGERMAN. Stormers centre Wandisile Simelane breaks through the Scarlets defence during their United Rugby Championship match at Parcy Scarlets on Friday night.

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The Stormers replaced the Bulls at the top of the United Rugby Championship (URC) table this weekend after securing their second whitewash victory in three matches, affirming their status as the team to beat early in the season.

The Bulls dropped to sixth after recording their first defeat, while the Sharks and Lions fell to 13th and 15th, respectively, after both extended their winless streaks.

The Stormers backed up their two home wins with a solid 34-0 away victory over Scarlets in Wales. It means only 10 points have been scored against the Capetonians in three matches, all from Ospreys.