Ulster's search for an opening win in the United Rugby Championship continues after a 33-7 defeat by the Stormers in Cape Town. Richie Murphy's side, missing their Ireland contingent, struggled against a Stormers team that secured four tries before the break and added another in the second half. David Mc Cann gave Ulster an early lead, but the Stormers responded with quickfire tries from JD Schickerling and Paul de Villiers to take a 12-7 advantage at halftime.
Evan Roos extended the lead early in the second period, and although Ulster pressed, they couldn't find a way back. Ruhan Nel secured the bonus point, and Ahmed added a fifth try late on. The Stormers, despite errors, showed enough quality to win their fourth match in five URC fixtures.
Ulster now face Cardiff on 5 December for their next chance to claim a first league victory.
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