The DHL Stormers and the Cell C Sharks closed the gap on log leaders Vodacom Bulls to just two points with only one round remaining following their Vodacom Super Rugby Unlocked wins over the Toyota Cheetahs and Tafel Lager Griquas respectively.
Bart question the referee's ability to apply rules constantly. The lineouts have become a free-for-all which has resulted in points against the Griquas. The ability of the hookers to throw the ball in straight t the line-outs is also identified as one of South Africa's biggest worries.
We also discuss the coming apart of the Cheetahs, with Frans Steyn having to carry the load of their desperation. The Western Province improved performance by their "stars" are identified as the main reason for their revival.
Then we discuss the Bulls' chance to still be crowned as the Super Rugby Unlocked champions.
The Cape side, with flyhalf Damian Willemse in commanding form, moved to second spot on the log with 17 points from five games as a result of their 30-13 home victory over the Toyota Cheetahs on Saturday evening.
Cell C Sharks flyhalf Curwin Bosch was again the hero for his team when the kicked the winning penalty at the end of their exciting clash with the Tafel Lager Griquas in Kimberley to hand the Durban outfit a dramatic 34-33 win on Friday night.
The Durbanites also have 17 log points, but the men from the Cape have a better points difference. The Vodacom Bulls lead the standings on 19 points.
The game between the Emirates Lions and Phakisa Pumas scheduled for Emirates Airline Park on Saturday afternoon was postponed in line with COVID-19 protocols.
In next weekend’s final round of fixtures the Vodacom Bulls host the Phakisa Pumas on Saturday in Pretoria (15h00), the Toyota Cheetahs have a home match against the Tafel Lager Griquas in Bloemfontein (16h30) while the Cell C Sharks face the DHL Stormers in Durban (19h00).
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