The closing clash of the URC weekend between the in-form Stormers and unpredictable Benetton is expected to entertain as the Capetonians look to stretch their winning run to five matches
The Italians will have their sights set on defending their winning run at home this season, but will still be hurting after suffering a heavy 43-0 defeat against Edinburgh in the latest round.
Benetton will have their work cut out as the visitors boast the third-best attack in the competition with 126 points scored in the first four rounds and only 23 points conceded to 72 and 98 points by Benetton, respectively.
That said, the Stormers will be mindful of the fact that Benetton have won both the previous matches between the teams at Stadio Monigo dating back to 2021.
With a challenging encounter against the second-placed Munster lined up in Ireland next week in their final tour game, this match will also be vital for the Cape side to maintain their winning momentum.
LIVE SCORING | Stormers v Benetton in the URC
MATCH INFORMATION
Benetton v Stormers
Date: Saturday, 25 October
Venue: Stadio Monigo, Treviso
SA Time: 18:30
Referee: Hollie Davidson
TV: SuperSport
Stormers: 15 Warrick Gelant, 14 Seabelo Senatla, 13 Ruhan Nel (captain), 12 Damian Willemse, 11 Leolin Zas, 10 Jurie Matthee, 9 Dewaldt Duvenage, 8 Evan Roos, 7 Ben-Jason Dixon, 6 Paul de Villiers, 5 JD Schickerling, 4 Salmaan Moerat, 3 Sazi Sandi, 2 Andre-Hugo Venter, 1 Vernon Matongo.
Replacements: 16 JJ Kotze, 17 Oli Kebble, 18 Zachary Porthen, 19 Adra Smith, 20 Ruben van Heerden, 21 Ruan Ackerman, 22 Cobus Reinach, 23 Wandisile Simelane.
