United Rugby Championship: Five takeaways from the final as Stormers cap remarkable turnaround
A year ago, the Stormers were unsure as to whether they would be accepted into the newly-created United Rugby Championship due to the fiscal problems endured by Western Province Rugby. There was huge concern in the region, but they thankfully survived and have duly thrived on the field in 2021/22, winning the South African Shield and finishing second in the overall table before deservedly claiming the title. John Dobson has done a wonderful job as head coach and, although they have some outstanding individuals, it has very much been a collective effort.
