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Springboks’ return poses challenge for Stormers ahead of crucial clash

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December 10, 2025

THE Stormers look set to bring back Sacha Fein-berg-Mngomezulu, Damian Willemse and Cobus Reinach for Saturday's Champions Cup showdown with La Rochelle in Gqeberha — but their return comes with a challenge.

- LEIGHTON KOOPMAN

The Bok trio may add star power, yet they'll need to raise the standard of a team that has been flying without them.

The Cape side is still unbeaten this season, riding high after six excellent United Rugby Championship wins and a statement victory in France against Bayonne. That performance in the opening match of the Champions Cup made it clear that the Stormers aren't just participating in Europe — they're competing with intent.

But the next test is a big one.

La Rochelle, a team the Stormers have developed a fierce Champions Cup rivalry with, arrive at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday (3pm kickoff) loaded with international talent and as physically imposing as ever. Their recent European pedigree speaks for itself, and they'll be eager to halt the Stormers’ surge.

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