Vodacom Bulls Rugby secured a comprehensive victory over Ulster Rugby at Loftus Versfeld, claiming a 34-26 win in the United Rugby Championship regular season.
The match kicked off with immediate impact as Marcell Coetzee crossed for the home side just one minute into play.
Handre Pollard followed up instantly with his conversion, putting Vodacom ahead by two points before half-time.
Elrigh Louw added a second try for the Bulls at the 17th minute, extending their lead significantly.
Pollard converted again shortly after, ensuring the visitors could not mount an early challenge.
Ulster's first attempt came from Chay Mullins in the 40th minute, but the conversion by Jack Murphy was successful.
David McCann responded for the home side with a try at 44 minutes, keeping the contest alive.
Pollard converted this effort as well, maintaining Vodacom's substantial advantage.
A penalty kick from Curwin Bosch in the 49th minute further widened the gap between the two sides.
Mullins scored a late try for Ulster at 62 minutes, offering a glimmer of hope for the away side.
Johan Grobbelaar struck with a try for Vodacom at 65 minutes to restore their lead completely.
Pollard converted this crucial score, sealing the victory before the final whistle.
Stuart McCloskey scored an additional try for Ulster in the 69th minute, but it was insufficient to overcome the deficit.
Murphy converted McCloskey's effort, bringing Ulster within striking distance of a draw.
Coetzee scored a try for Vodacom Bulls Rugby in the 1st minute. Coetzee scored a try for Vodacom Bulls Rugby in the 31st minute.