In the opening match of week 5 of the Super 12, the Hurricanes snatched a narrow victory from the Stormers.

The game was played in wet conditions which both teams had difficultly adapting to. With neither team was able to score a try, the game was decided by kicks.

The Stormers lead for much of the game through penalties to Chris Rossouw.

The Hurricanes won through a last minute drop goal by Jimmy Gopperth.

Hurricanes - Penalties: Jimmy Gopperth (3). Drop goal: Gopperth.

Stormers - Penalties: Chris Rossouw (3).

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