Questions Over Future Of Sa Teams In Champions Cup Remain

Doubts are still lingering over the future participation of the three South African teams in the Champions Cup as clubs continue to send weakened sides to Europe.

Only the Sharks tasted victory in the opening two matchdays, with the Bulls and the Stormers pointless and on the verge on missing out on the last 16 ahead of this weekend's third round of matches.

Last time out, Durban's Sharks were hammered at Leicester while Cape Town-based Stormers were humiliated at Harlequins.

Both sides sent second-string outfits to Europe in December due to lengthy travel and player welfare concerns.

Some European clubs making the opposing journey have also chosen to name weakened teams since South African teams joined the Champions Cup and second-tier Challenge Cup in 2022.