UP-Tuks vs NWU Eagles in Varsity Cup 2026 final
UP-Tuks will host NWU Eagles in the final at the Tuks Stadium on Monday, 13 April. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00.
UP-Tuks delivered a dominant performance in the Gauteng derby, overpowering neighbours UJ 53-34 to book a home spot in the 2026 Varsity Cup final.
Earlier, NWU Eagles turned on the style in the second half, cruising to a commanding 50-10 victory over Maties to secure their place in the final.
NWU Eagles 50-10 Maties
A dominant second-half display powered NWU Eagles to a commanding 50-10 victory over Maties in their Varsity Cup semi-final clash at the Fanie du Toit Sports Ground in Potchefstroom.
In front of a sold-out crowd firmly behind them, the Eagles overturned earlier season disappointment against Maties with a clinical and ruthless performance when it mattered most.
The first half was tightly contested, with both sides locked at 10-10 at the break after each crossed for a try and added a penalty.
However, the Eagles suffered a setback when veteran Matthew Fortuin was forced off due to injury.
The hosts returned from half-time with intent, striking three tries within the opening 18 minutes to take control of the match.
Their tempo, physicality and precision proved too much for Maties, who struggled to break through a resolute Eagles defence.
With momentum fully on their side, NWU dominated the closing stages, running in tries at will while shutting Maties out completely in the second half in a statement performance.
Tries from Ricardo Fourie, Jordan McLoughlin, Stephan Krugel, Logan Janeke (2), Jamain Dampies and Gary Otto sealed an emphatic win, while Maties could only respond through a single try and penalty by Janlu Basson.
UP-Tuks 53-34 UJ
The Stripe Generation delivered a commanding performance, putting 50 points past UJ to secure a home final in the 2026 Varsity Cup.
UP-Tuks welcomed their city rivals for a high-stakes semi-final clash and rose to the occasion in emphatic fashion.
UP-Tuks will host the final at the Tuks Stadium on Monday, 13 April.
Kick-off is at 19:00.
The match will be broadcast live on SuperSport.
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