URC battles and Liverpool v Man Utd rivalry take centre stage on SuperSport

The high-stakes sporting week on SuperSport has started off in thrilling fashion with Bafana Bafana securing their place at the 2026 Fifa World Cup along with Nigeria securing a playoff spot for the football spectacle.

Now, the action pivots to rugby, with SA pride on the line as the Hollywoodbets Sharks, Vodacom Bulls, and the Fidelity ADT Lions fight it out in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC).

SuperSport, Your World of Champions, is rolling out an unparalleled schedule for the coming days, packed with action following a monumental week for African football.

As Ivory Coast, Senegal, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Ghana, Cape Verde, and Bafana Bafana all secured qualification for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, every dramatic moment from the best of club rugby, football, and international cricket will be delivered live on Your World of Champions.

BRUTAL BATTLES: URC ACTION INTENSIFIES

Rugby fans are in for a treat with the return of Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) action, with all three South African teams in the spotlight.

The Bulls, looking to make a swift recovery after a tough loss to Ulster, travel to Dexecon Stadium to clash with Connacht on Friday, 17 October, at 8:45pm (SAST).

Connacht, buoyed by an opening victory over Benetton, will pose a formidable challenge.

The action continues on Saturday, 18 October, at 4pm (SAST), when the Sharks host Ulster at Kings Park Stadium.

After a heavy defeat to Leinster, the Sharks will be absolutely focused on delivering a physical, fast-paced performance to challenge the high-spirited Irish visitors and get their campaign back on track.

The Lions also lock horns with Scarlets on Saturday, 18 October, with kick-off set to take place at 1:45pm (SAST).

The Lions go into the game on the back of a crushing loss to Benetton, which saw them succumb to a 41-15 loss.

They will be looking to bounce back from that crushing victory. The last time the two teams clashed, Scarlets walked away victorious with a 32-19 win.

You can catch all the action live on Your World of Champions on Channel SS Rugby.

 PREMIER LEAGUE POWER: THE ICONIC NORTH-WEST DERBY

The biggest match in club football takes centre stage this weekend: Liverpool v Manchester United.

This iconic rivalry clash will unfold at Anfield on Sunday, 19 October, with kick-off at 5:30pm (SAST).

Fresh off a run of challenging results, Liverpool will be desperate for a response and to prove their title mettle against their fierce historic rivals.

In domestic club football, SuperSport also has unmatched coverage of the Betway Premiership, with key clashes such as Sekhukhune and Mamelodi Sundowns at Peter Mokaba Stadium.

The official broadcast date and time for this fixture will be confirmed soon following its postponement. 

THE OVAL OFFICE: PROTEAS WOMEN IN ACTION

The international action continues fiercely on the cricket pitch for the women’s team. 

The impressive Proteas Women are set for a challenging match in the ICC Women’s World Cup as they face hosts Sri Lanka on Friday, 17 October, at 11:30am (SAST), where the home side will be looking to regain confidence.

THE APEX OF SPEED: FORMULA 1'S HIGH-OCTANE US GRAND PRIX

Finally, the speed and sound of Formula 1 return as the season heads towards its electrifying conclusion.

The US Grand Prix, the 19th round of the championship, takes place on Sunday, 19 October, with lights out at 9pm (SAST).

The drivers will push their machines to the limit on the demanding Circuit of the Americas, seeking vital championship points in a high-stakes battle.

It is an action-packed schedule that no true sports fan can afford to miss.

Catch all the action live on SuperSport, Your World of Champions.