The Vodacom Bulls have learned their exact route for the upcoming Investec Champions Cup pool stages.
Drawn in a challenging Pool 4 alongside elite French and English clubs, Johan Ackermann’s men will split their four massive encounters evenly between the fortress of Loftus Versfeld and highly anticipated trips to Europe.
Vodacom Bulls 2026/27 Investec Champions Cup fixtures (SA times)
Round 1: Vodacom Bulls vs Stade Français Paris
Date: Saturday, 17 October
Time: 2pm
Venue: Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria
Round 2: Montpellier Hérault Rugby vs Vodacom Bulls
Date: Saturday, 12 December
Time: 5.15pm
Venue: Septeo Stadium, Montpellier
Round 3: Vodacom Bulls vs Bath Rugby
Date: Saturday, 9 January
Time: 5.15pm
Venue: Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria
Round 4: Northampton Saints vs Vodacom Bulls
Date: Friday, 15 January
Time: 10pm
Venue: Cinch Stadium Franklin’s Gardens, Northampton
Key match breakdowns
The opener (Round 1): The Vodacom Bulls kick off their campaign under the Pretoria sun against French giants Stade Français. A Saturday afternoon clash at Loftus provides the perfect launchpad to secure early log points at altitude.
The French expedition (Round 2): December brings a tricky trip to the south of France to face Montpellier. With a late-afternoon kick-off, navigating the hostile environment at Septeo Stadium will test the squad’s depth.
The summer blockbuster (Round 3): European rugby returns to Pretoria in the heat of January. The Vodacom Bulls host traditional heavyweights Bath in a prime Saturday late-afternoon slot.
The Friday night lights (Round 4): The pool stages conclude with a potentially decisive short turnaround away trip to Northampton Saints. A freezing Friday night encounter at Franklin’s Gardens will be a true test for the Pretoria team.
