The DHL Stormers’ recent form in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship has caught the attention of rugby pundits, withPaterson believes that the Stormers’ style of play, characterised by precision, physicality, and excellent execution, sets them apart from their rivals.In their recent dominating performance against Edinburgh, the Stormers showcased their championship potential, with rising star Suleiman Hartzenberg scoring an impressive hat-trick of tries.
“If the Stormers play like that, I don’t think their opponent will have a say in whether the game will be won or lost,” Paterson told reporters. “It will be in the Stormers’ hands – if they are equally accurate, physical and their execution is as good.”Paterson, who earned 109 caps for Scotland, believes that the Stormers’ unique style of play could be the deciding factor in their pursuit of the URC title.
“Simply just about their style of play, if they are accurate. If they lose, it will probably be a case of them beating themselves up, in terms of inaccuracy or over-enthusiasm,” he added.While Paterson backs the Stormers, 2007 World Cup-winning Springbok skipper John Smit views the title contest as primarily between the Bulls and Leinster. With the two teams set to clash in a top-of-the-table encounter in Dublin on Friday night, Smit stresses the importance of securing home-ground advantage.
“I like the way the Stormers are playing, but I think it’s going to be between Leinster and the Bulls. That’s why the coming weekend will be so interesting,” Smit said. “For Leinster it is important to show the Bulls who’s boss on their home ground. I believe that the team that finishes at the top of the standings will win the tournament.”As the Vodacom United Rugby Championship reaches its climax, the DHL Stormers find themselves in a strong position to challenge for the title.
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