Rugby Europe Championship Final Stage Latest Scores & Results

Wednesday, 1 Apr 2026

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RomaniaSpain

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PortugalSpain

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News

Asenathi verdict delayed

Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye faces an anxious wait, with the outcome of his doping hearing still at least a month away. The 26-year-old scrum machine appeared before a disciplinary panel last week, where three days were set aside to hear two charges – one relating to a specified substance (anastrozole) and another to an unspecified substance (DHEA). MORE: Ntlabakanye denies doping after failed drug test But there will be no quick resolution. Khalid Galant, chief executive of the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport, confirmed to Rugby365 that closing arguments are only scheduled for the final week of April. “The closing arguments by the defence and prosecution are scheduled for the last week of April,” Galant said. The exact date still needs to be finalised between the parties before the tribunal can proceed. “Thereafter, the tribunal panel will deliberate and render the decision,” he added. A verdict is expected within two weeks of those final submissions. The case has drawn widespread attention since the South African Rugby Union confirmed last August that Ntlabakanye had returned an adverse analytical finding during a random test. ALSO: Saids hits back at UK media doping claims Despite the uncertainty, Galant reiterated that the prop has not been provisionally suspended so will be available to play for the Lions until the final verdict is delivered. Ntlabakanye has also consistently disputed that he committed an anti-doping violation and has continued to feature for the Lions across their URC and European campaigns. Photo: Timothy Rogers/Getty Images The post Asenathi verdict delayed appeared first on SA Rugby magazine.

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Former Stormer in doubt for heavyweight clash

The Stormers could receive a timely boost ahead of their Investec Champions Cup last-16 showdown against Toulon at Stade Mayol. Former Stormers lock Dave Ribbans, now a key figure in Toulon’s pack, is battling back and thigh niggles and remains uncertain for Saturday’s clash. While he has returned to light training and managed high-intensity sprints, his availability is still up in the air. That uncertainty comes at a tough time for Toulon, who are already stretched in the engine room. MORE: Stormers face big call for Toulon Fellow lock Brian Alainu’uese was absent from training for unknown reasons, while Matthias Halagahu was forced to cut his session short after recently returning from a lengthy layoff. The French giants are also dealing with a growing injury list in the loose forwards, with Lewis Ludlam ruled out with a dislocated shoulder and Esteban Abadie unlikely to feature due to a calf injury. Despite those setbacks, Toulon have been handed a slight lift with hooker Teddy Baubigny back in contention after recovering from concussion. Out wide, Gaël Dréan impressed in training after being rested. However, another Six Nations winner was absent. MORE: Champions Cup last-16 – Match-by-match guide Baptiste Serin, who picked up a right shoulder injury against Stade Français, did not take part in training. His involvement in this crucial clash now looks highly unlikely. While the Stormers have admitted to not playing their best rugby at the moment, they come off three strong wins in the Vodacom URC over the Bulls, Dragons and Edinburgh. SUPERBRU: Investec Champions Cup predictor Photo: Richard Huggard/Gallo Images The post Former Stormer in doubt for heavyweight clash appeared first on SA Rugby magazine.

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