Leinster haven't been great today, but have stayed in the fight, and have taken crucial opportunities at key moments.
Kept a dangerous Stormers side to 11 points.
Nothing wrong with their grit, defence and ability to find a way.
They're really lucky to have Jacques Nienaber
Stormers bullied Leinster at scrum, collisions and breakdowns, defence stood tall. Game plan/selection spot on.
Unfortunately, discipline, errors cost them at the death.
Brave effort in Dublin, but Stormers will lament their late league lapse – this semi should have been in CT
Disappointing first half by the Bulls. All the intensity and attitude in the world, but discipline and accuracy just way off.
Stormers still in with a sniff in Dublin.
Looked ominous when they conceded after 7 minutes, but they've done well to limit Leinster since.
Attack has to be sharper though... not making enough of their chances.
Crucially, they haven't allowed Leinster to get 10+ ahead at HT
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Cheslin Kolbe's return is massive news for the Stormers and Boks.
Still more SA players leaving than returning on an annual basis, but worth noting how many top Boks have moved back in this cycle with a view to winning a third RWC in 2027
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Back to back titles for a brilliant UBB side.
Been the best on show throughout the Champions Cup comp, and have showed up for the playoffs in a massive way.
That's six consecutive Champions Cup titles now for the French clubs... France remain the kings of club rugby
Overseas playoff wins are highly unlikely, when you consider the record.
But Glasgow and Leinster's physical failings in big games will give teams like the Bulls and Stormers hope – and it wouldn't surprise to SA teams borrowing from Rassie's playbook.
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Jon Cardinelli
Some thoughts on the Springbok squad:
What the Stormers defeat in Dublin unlocked, the exciting mix of players that could front the Barbarians and Zimbabwe, and why the Boks will get even stronger before fronting England on 4 July
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