FNB UP-Tuks claim record sixth FNB Varsity Cup title

FNB UP-Tuks secured their record sixth FNB Varsity Cup title with a dominant 31-3 victory over FNB NWU Eagles in the 2026 final on Monday night.

The season’s showpiece came down to a clash between the top two sides on the log, as FNB UP-Tuks hosted second-placed FNB NWU Eagles in a rain-soaked and packed Tuks Stadium. Rising to the occasion, the home side delivered a commanding performance to outclass their opponents and cap off an outstanding campaign in style.

As anticipated the two titans produced a tightly contested affair at the start and it was the visitors who looked stronger, putting early pressure on the home side.

Their efforts were awarded as they registered the first points on the board as MJ Mostert slotted home a penalty to grab the lead in the 18th minute. The Stripe Generation responded swiftly from the boot of Divan du Toit, also a three pointer. The Pretoria outfit then unleashed their solid forwards and piled pressure on the NWU. The intensity paid off as Tuks were awarded a penalty try and took the lead for the first time.

The visitors had a chance to reduce the deficit on the stroke of half-time, however Mostert’s effort off the tee went wide. Tuks taking a seven-point cushion at the break.

The second stanza was decidedly one-sided as Tuks squeezed the NWU defence and scored back-to-back tries to extend their tally. Andile Myeni produced a brilliant solo run to score a point of origin try before Jean Fourie pushed through the line. Both conversions were missed by Du Toit.

The experienced flyhalf redeemed himself with a 50m penalty to take Tuks to a 22-point lead, he then added two more penalties to seal victory for Stripe Generation.