Edinburgh Rugby's highly anticipated United Rugby Championship clash against Ulster has fallen victim to Storm Gerrit's relentless assault on the Scottish capital. The match, scheduled for Friday evening at Hive Stadium, has been officially postponed following a pitch inspection that revealed unsafe playing conditions.
Safety First Decision
Tournament officials made the difficult call after assessing the waterlogged pitch, prioritising player welfare above all else. "Following a pitch inspection at Hive Stadium, the decision has been made to postpone the fixture due to a waterlogged pitch," confirmed a URC statement.
The storm's ferocity left the playing surface completely saturated, making proper rugby impossible and creating significant injury risks for both squads.
Frustration for Scottish Rugby Fans
This postponement represents another blow for Edinburgh supporters, who have seen multiple matches affected by adverse weather this season. The cancellation comes at a crucial point in the URC campaign, with both teams fighting for playoff positioning.
Edinburgh, sitting mid-table, desperately needed a positive result against the Irish province to maintain their push for knockout rugby.
Rescheduling Challenges
Organisers now face the complex task of finding a new date for the fixture. The congested rugby calendar offers limited windows, with both clubs committed to European competitions and domestic league obligations.
URC officials have assured fans that "a new date for the fixture will be announced in due course," though finding a suitable slot that accommodates both teams' schedules will prove challenging.
Broader Weather Impact
Storm Gerrit's disruption extends beyond rugby, with transport networks across Scotland experiencing widespread cancellations and delays. The meteorological chaos has grounded flights, halted trains, and made road travel hazardous throughout the region.
This postponement serves as another reminder of how vulnerable outdoor sports remain to increasingly volatile weather patterns affecting the British Isles.
