With the Stormers travelling to Belfast for a top-of-the-table URC showdown, assistant coach Rito Hlungwani has zeroed in on Juarno Augustus as the primary danger. Having coached the No 8 himself, Hlungwani knows exactly what Ulster are getting: go-forward ball, explosive carrying, and the kind of physical presence that can shift a game's momentum. The Stormers believe they have the stopping power to match him, but neutralising Augustus is clearly the defensive priority.
Beyond the individual matchup, the piece highlights two significant context pieces. First, the 4G surface at Ravenhill remains a genuine variable — the Stormers have adjusted their preparation this time, doing most of it at home after the artificial pitch caused extended recovery issues on their last visit. Second, the lock stocks are thinning: Schickerling is done for the season, making Moerat's gradual return from a toe injury more than just a depth option — it could be critical if the Stormers make the playoffs and host at home in Cape Town.