North-South rivalry at DHL Newlands

The DHL Stormers are up against the Vodacom Bulls in a North-South Vodacom Super Rugby clash at DHL Newlands on Saturday.

The visitors have not won a Vodacom Super Rugby match at DHL Newlands since 2011, which is a record that the DHL Stormers will want to protect in the final season at the ground.

Following their impressive 27-0 opening win against the Hurricanes last week, the DHL Stormers will be looking to make it two from two this season.

Tighthead prop Frans Malherbe will play in his 100th Vodacom Super Rugby match for the DHL Stormers, alongside long-time front row teammates Scarra Ntubeni and captain Steven Kitshoff.

Given the interest in this game it is best to buy your tickets from Computicket beforehand and then get down to DHL Newlands early to avoid long queues.

There will be a curtain-raiser between DHL WP XV and Boland which kicks off at 14h30, with both teams using the match as preparation for the upcoming SuperSport Rugby Challenge.

There will be a minute’s silence observed before kick-off in memory of former Springbok Gert Kotze and long serving WPRFU Primary Schools Executive John Nkalitshana.

Parking is available at schools in the stadium vicinity and will also open at 14h30 at Groote Schuur Primary School (R50), Groote Schuur High School (R50), Sans Souci Girls’ High School (R50) and Rondebosch Preparatory (R50), SACS Preparatory (R50). No braaing allowed on these fields.

Gates on matchday will open at 14h00, so spectators are encouraged to allow enough time to clear security and get to their seats timeously in order to avoid missing any of the action.

Tickets are available through Computicket- either online at wprugby.computicket.com – or in-store and also from Shoprite/Checkers stores and the DHL Newlands Box Office during match weeks. Only tickets bought from wprugby.computicket.com, or any Computicket outlet will be valid at DHL Newlands. These are the only outlets which are licenced to sell tickets to DHL Newlands. Tickets obtained from any other source may not be valid.

The DHL Newlands Faithful will be able to ‘Upgrade to Business Class’ in a special offer. The halfway line Business Class seats have been refurbished on the halfway line in Block H on the Railway Stand and holders of these tickets will also have exclusive access to the Railway Coach bars both before, during and after the match. These prime seats will cost R350 each.

Zeelo is offering safe, efficient and affordable transport to DHL Stormers fans for the game against the Vodacom Bulls. With tickets starting at just R100, you can jump on a luxury shuttle from Tyger Valley Shopping Centre, Canal Walk Shopping Centre, False Bay Rugby Club and Sea Point Library.

There will be no public signing session held after the game.

Please be RESPECTFUL of all supporters and those around you, as well as the players, coaches, officials and staff. Everyone would like to enjoy the game in a safe and pleasant environment. Please specifically note that – Western Province Rugby, the SAPS, VOC Commander, the safety officer or Disaster Management members shall be entitled to refuse admission to, or to eject from the Ground, any person whose behaviour or conduct could in the reasonable opinion of WP Rugby, the SAPS, VOC Commander, the safety officer or Disaster Management members constitute a source of danger, nuisance or annoyance to spectators or other persons.

Western Province Rugby reserves the right to refuse admission to, or to eject from the Ground, any person who in the reasonable opinion of WP Rugby, its servants or agents, makes or incites any form of racial abuse, chanting, gesturing or behaviour.

Please specifically note that unauthorised access to the field is strictly prohibited and field invaders will be subject to arrest by SAPS. In the Stadium no unauthorised person is permitted on the playing or performance area (i.e. the pitch and its surrounding and no person may remain in a gangway, entrance, exit or staircase at any time).

Spectators are also reminded that admission to the Stadium may also be denied to ticket holders under the influence of, or carrying alcohol or any narcotic substance and that the stadium is a non-smoking facility. Pass-outs are allowed at designated gates to allow smokers to exit the stadium.

Please also note that the Pickard and scholars stand are alcohol-free zones. Two beers per person may be purchased and taken onto the stands, as long as they are decanted into plastic mugs.

Should you require any assistance or wish to report any issue, please approach the nearest security official and request the stand security manager.

Please enjoy your day out at DHL Newlands, we stand together.

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