Ulster still without URC win after defeat by Bulls
Ulster’s winless start to the United Rugby Championship reached four matches after a 34-26 defeat by the Bulls in Pretoria. The result leaves them without a league win so far, despite a spirited recovery from an early 21-point deficit.
Former Ulster player Marcell Coetzee scored twice for the Bulls, who built their lead through a powerful forwards’ performance. Ulster’s four tries, including two from Chay Mullins, earned a try bonus, but Curwin Bosch’s final penalty denied them a losing bonus point. Ulster have two draws and two defeats in the league and next face the Stormers in South Africa on 31 October.
In short
- Ulster lost 34-26 to the Bulls in Pretoria.
- Coetzee scored twice against his former club.
- Ulster remain winless after four league matches.
Explained simply
The United Rugby Championship is a professional rugby league featuring teams from Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Italy and South Africa. Ulster represent the northern province of Ireland, while the Bulls are based in Pretoria, South Africa.
The league season is played over regular matches, with points awarded for wins and draws. Teams can also earn bonus points for scoring several tries or for losing by a small margin, which can affect their position in the table.
Ulster are one of Ireland’s professional provincial sides, and the Bulls are among South Africa’s established teams. Results in the competition shape which clubs reach the end-of-season play-offs.
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