SA fixtures, kick-off times for European rugby knockouts: Who YOUR side will be playing and when

29.03.2023 - 12:17 news24.com

It is another massive weekend for South African rugby, with all five premier franchises in last 16 knockout action across the European Champions and Challenge Cups.

Playing in these competitions was a major perk of South Africa's move to the northern hemisphere two seasons ago, and it allows the sides to take on the best of France and England in addition to their United Rugby Championship (URC) opponents.

The Stormers, Sharks and Bulls are competing in the top-tier Champions Cup, while the Lions and Cheetahs are in the Challenge Cup.

While the draws have been confirmed in both competitions, with the highest-seeded team given home-ground advantage, the South African franchises will have to play away from home at a neutral venue if they reach the semi-finals.

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