Stormers' URC dream ends amid cards, controversy and Leinster pressure

The Stormers lost their United Rugby Championship (URC) semi-final against Leinster 20-11 in Dublin, ending their title defense. Two yellow cards in the final 12 minutes, one upgraded to a red for Ruan Ackermann after a dangerous clearout on Ronan Kelleher, hampered the team. A controversial yellow card decision by referee Hollie Davidson against Salmaan Moerat was also criticized. After the match, a scuffle broke out in the tunnel, with Leinster players appearing to target Stormers lock Connor Evans.