The Stormers host Bristol Bears in their Investec/Champions Cup opener at DHL Stadium, with Evan Roos named to start after recovering from a hamstring injury.
South African outlets report the team makes limited changes to their matchday squad, pointing to continuity from the domestic setup. Roos’s return is highlighted as the key selection update, with his recovery allowing him to reclaim a starting role. The Stormers’ side is described as strong and largely unchanged, suggesting a focus on handling Bristol’s challenge in the first European match of the season.
While the coverage varies slightly in emphasis—some focus on Roos specifically while others stress the overall stability of the match 23—sources agree on the central points: this is the Champions Cup opener against Bristol Bears, Roos is fit to start, and the Stormers retain much of their established lineup.
