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Stormers Edge Sharks 36-28 in Currie Cup Coastal Derby

Strong forward play plus debutant contributions delivered momentum for the Stormers, prompting fresh selection questions for both sides.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 01: Markus Muller of the DHL Stormers XXIII celebrate the try during the Carling Currie Cup, Premier Division match between DHL Stormers XXIII and Hollywoodbets Sharks XV at DHL Stadium on August 01, 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images)
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Luan Giliomee will make his Currie Cup debut after already playing two URC matches fro the Sharks, and scoring a try in his debut against Munster. Picture: Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images

Overview

  • The Stormers secured a 36-28 bonus-point win over the Sharks on Saturday at DHL/Cape Town Stadium, outscoring the visitors five tries to four in front of more than 14,000 fans.
  • Markus Muller marked his Currie Cup debut with a try and was one of several young players to make a decisive impact for the Stormers.
  • Both squads featured multiple Junior Springboks, with a total of seven U20 players named across the matchday teams as unions use the Currie Cup to fast-track talent.
  • Coaches highlighted clear issues to fix after the game: Stormers staff pointed to tackle quality and collision work from their heavy loss last week, while the Sharks said recent bench changes aim to improve late-game finishing.
  • The result gives the Stormers brief momentum ahead of a match with the Cheetahs and leaves both teams with selection and tactical questions to answer in the next Currie Cup rounds.