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Weekend Wrap: Bulls, Sharks & Stormers march in playoffs

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All four South African teams ended the URC regular season with victories, but only three reached the quarter-finals. The Bulls (2nd) and Sharks (3rd) clinched home play-off spots, while the Stormers (5th) face a trip to Glasgow. The Lions finished 11th and missed out despite beating the Ospreys. Here’s your weekend wrap:

United Rugby Championship

Highlights:

Super Rugby Pacific

English Premiership

Japan League One

Top 14

SA Cup

Selected Schools Results

Our Predictions: Zelim’s crystal ball were spot on this weekend!

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