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Stormers ready to unleash their European ambitions

The Stormers are determined to turn their impressive early-season form into a serious Investec Champions Cup challenge, starting with Saturday’s clash against Bristol Bears at DHL Stadium. Fresh from a commanding 39-22 victory over the Sharks, the Cape Town side…

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Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 4:00 PM

Key Things to Know

The Stormers are targeting European success as they open their Champions Cup campaign against Bristol Bears.
The Cape Town side enters the match following a 39-22 victory over the Sharks.
Analysts Keo and Zels highlighted the team's tighthead prop depth as a key advantage.

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The Stormers are preparing to launch their Investec Champions Cup campaign against Bristol Bears at DHL Stadium on Saturday. Coming off a 39-22 victory over the Sharks, the Cape Town side aims to convert their strong domestic form and squad depth into European success, wearing black jerseys as a tribute to the 1999 team.

Speaking on the Keo & Zels Show, analysts praised the form of fullback Damian Willemse and captain Ruhan Nel. They highlighted the Stormers' tighthead prop depth, while warning of threats from Bristol's AJ MacGinty and Louis Rees-Zammit.

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