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Edinburgh edge Stormers at the Hive

Two second-half tries for hosts Edinburgh denied Siya Kolisi a memorable Stormers return in a narrow defeat on Friday night in round two of the URC.

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 8:40 PM
Edinburgh edge Stormers at the Hive
Key Things to Know
  • Edinburgh defeated the Stormers 17-13 in round two of the United Rugby Championship at Hive Stadium.
  • Siya Kolisi made his return for the Stormers, earning his 119th cap in the narrow defeat.
  • Tries from Paul Hill and Rory McHaffie, along with James Grayson's kicking, guided Edinburgh to victory.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Edinburgh secured a 17-13 victory over the Stormers at Hive Stadium in round two of the United Rugby Championship. The hosts held a 3-0 lead at halftime via a James Grayson penalty before second-half converted tries from Paul Hill and Rory McHaffie sealed the win. The result spoiled Siya Kolisi's return to the Stormers in his 119th appearance for the franchise.

Hacjivah Dayimani scored the Stormers' lone try, with flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed adding the conversion and two penalties. The South African side suffered an early blow when hooker André-Hugo Venter failed a head injury assessment, while winger Seabelo Senatla and Edinburgh flanker Freddy Douglas both received yellow cards in the second half.

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