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Champions Cup last-16: Match-by-match guide

Everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup round of 16. Holders Bordeaux Bègles and the Glasgow Warriors were the best performers in the pool stage and seek more dominance in the round of 16. Six-time winners Toulouse, four-time champions Leinster, and three-time victors Saracens and Toulon are all still involved, while the Stormers and Vodacom Bulls will fly the South African flag. ALSO: Stars go head-to-head in Champions Cup Northampton Saints vs Castres Friday, 3 April, Franklin’s Gardens (9pm SA time) The curtain will rise on a spectacular weekend when last year’s finalists the Northampton Saints host Castres. It’s the third meeting between the two in two seasons, with the latest instalment being last year’s quarter-final. Currently top of the English Premeirship standings, Northampton won three of four pool games, losing only to Bordeaux Bègles. Castres, meanwhile, progressed with two wins from four. PLAY: Investec Champions Cup game centre Bath vs Saracens Saturday, 4 April, The Rec (4pm SA time) A tense English showdown opens Saturday’s action. 2024-25 English Premiership and EPCR Challenge Cup champions Bath host Saracens at The Rec, and a statement win for Bath over Saracens two weeks ago in the Premiership will have worked wonders for pre-round of 16 momentum. Bath topped their pool, while Saracens qualified in 13th. Coach Johann van Graan’s men are currently the competition’s second-highest point-scorers, thanks largely to Investec Player of the Year nominee Finn Russell, who amassed an impressive 51 points and 21 conversions during the pool stage. Bath have another Player of the Year nominee in Alfie Barbeary, while Saracens’ Tom Willis is also nominated, thanks to his strong attacking displays. MORE: South Africans flood the Investec Champions Cup playoffs Toulon vs Stormers Saturday, 4 April, Stade Félix Mayol (4pm SA time) Toulon host the Stormers in parallel, with the French side winning their last meeting in South Africa during last season’s pool stage. On the road to the round of 16, both clubs secured three wins in the pool stages, setting up what will no doubt be a close encounter. The Toulon reached last year’s quarter-finals, while the Stormers’ return to the knockouts for the first time since 2024 means they’ll be hungry to go further. A potential South African derby against the Vodacom Bulls or clash with Glasgow Warriors awaits if they can make it to the final eight. STATE OF EURO CUPS: Stormers, Bulls on collision course Glasgow Warriors vs Bulls Saturday, 4 April, Scotstoun Stadium (4pm SA time) The Glasgow Warriors picked up maximum points in the pool stage and beat the Bulls at home earlier this season in the URC, but both sides will be focusing on a ticket to the quarter-finals. Top of the URC, Glasgow are boosted by returning internationals, including Investec Player of the Year nominee Jack Dempsey, a standout performer in both carries and tackles so far this season. SQUAD: Bulls aim big guns at Glasgow Toulouse vs Bristol Bears Saturday, 4 April, Stadium de Toulouse (6:30pm SA time) The six-time champions host Bristol Bears for what will be their first-ever meeting. Stade Toulousain secured two wins during the pool stage, while Bristol impressed with three. The Bears will arrive full of confidence too, boosted by the return of international stars Ellis Genge, Tom Jordan, and Louis Rees-Zammit. Ugo Mola will have the competition’s top points scorer at his disposal, though, in Thomas Ramos. An Investec Player of the Year nominee, Ramos has racked up 53 points and was also the top overall scorer in this year’s Six Nations – where he coolly sealed France’s championship win in the final moments of the last match. OTE! Investec Player of the Year Harlequins vs Sale Sharks Saturday, 4 April, Twickenham Stoop (9pm SA time) Saturday night sees another all-English clash as Harlequins welcome the Sale Sharks. The sides haven’t met in the competition since 2009-10, and while Sale won convincingly in their last domestic encounter, Harlequins will back their home advantage in the Champions Cup. Harlequins lead the tournament for points scored (184) and have been prolific at home. But Sale, with key internationals such as George Ford, Tom Roebuck, and Luke Cowan-Dickie back, will look to build on their domestic win over Harlequins earlier this season. SUPERBRU: Investec Champions Cup predictor Bordeaux Bègles vs Leicester Tigers Sunday, 5 April, Stade Chaban-Delmas (4pm SA time) Reigning champions and top seeds Bordeaux Bègles host the Leicester Tigers, having beaten them in last season’s pool stage. Leicester will aim to go beyond their round of 16 exit last season. UBB lead the competition in tries, powered by scoring sensation and Investec Player of the Year nominee Louis Bielle-Biarrey. Playmaker Matthieu Jalibert – the top points scorer in the first two rounds – is also nominated as Investec Player of the Year. MORE: South Africans flood the Investec Champions Cup playoffs Leinster vs Edinburgh Sunday, 5 April, Aviva Stadium (6:30pm) The round of 16 concludes in Dublin. Leinster, chasing a fifth star, topped their pool with four wins from four, led by captain and Investec Player of the Year nominee Caelan Doris. Edinburgh qualified 14th and return to the knockouts for the first time since 2022-23. Despite their histories in the competition, this is their first meeting in it since 2008-09. Photo: Ryan Byrne/INPHO The post Champions Cup last-16: Match-by-match guide appeared first on SA Rugby magazine.

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Stars go head-to-head in Champions Cup

These world-class players could go come up against each other in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16 this weekend. Ignacio Brex vs Damian Willemse Toulon will be hoping for some Stade Mayol magic for Stormers’ visit. If starting, two men who will be sure to bring their A-games are Ignacio Brex and Damian Willemse. The pair boast high rugby IQs, and Brex’s impressive linebreaks and strength in contact could come into direct competition with Willemse’s experience and expertise on the big stage. The Springbok is also more than capable across the backline including at fullback, so his versatility could come in vital at Mayol this Saturday. STATE OF EURO CUPS: Stormers, Bulls on collision course Tom Dunn vs Jamie George The battle of English heavyweights Bath and Saracens will not disappoint next Saturday, and it’s in the pack where things get really interesting. Experienced hooker Tom Dunn has been on fine form this season, providing a pillar of stability to the Bath front line. His three scores from four in the Investec Champions Cup, and lineout reliability, mean he’s the complete package too. Saracens’ Jamie George could be lining up to face Dunn, as the England international makes the shift back to the club scene. His experience speaks for itself, while his lineout and maul expertise could prove vital at The Rec. PLAY: Investec Champions Cup game centre Thomas Ramos vs Louis Rees-Zammit There’s a potentially fascinating battle of the backs to watch out for in France as Toulouse host the Bristol Bears. It’s the different styles on show that promise to ignite this Saturday’s matchup, as Thomas Ramos’ expert kicking and cool head could come up against Louis Rees-Zammit’s lightning pace and high-ball expertise. VOTE! Investec Player of the Year Ramos, who is one of the Investec Player of the Year nominees, resumes the competition as the current highest point-scorer (53), and fresh off the back of France’s spectacular Six Nations triumph. As for Rees-Zammit, he’s excelled in his new position since being shifted back from the wing and the knockouts provide the perfect chance to prove himself further on the big stage. SUPERBRU: Investec Champions Cup predictor Photo: Cat Goryn/INPHO The post Stars go head-to-head in Champions Cup appeared first on SA Rugby magazine.

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