Stormers climb into URC’s top two with hard-earned win as playoff picture sharpens

The Stormers’ 29-21 victory over the Dragons in Cape Town pushed the Cape side into second on the United Rugby Championship standings, tightening the race for home playoff rugby. Beyond the log movement, the match underlined the Stormers’ growing ability to win without everything clicking — a trait that often separates contenders from pretenders in April and May.