Ulster have been drawn in Pool 3 alongside South African side the Toyota Cheetahs, who will play their pool fixtures at a neutral venue in Europe this season, Cardiff Rugby, French heavyweights Racing 92 and Stade Français, and Gallagher Premiership outfit Exeter Chiefs.
When will the fixtures be announced?
EPCR will begin working on the fixture schedule. Exact dates, venues, kick-off times and TV coverage will be announced in due course.
2024/25 Challenge Cup weekends
Round 1: 05/06/07 December 2025<br>
Round 2: 12/13/14 December 2025<br>
Round 3: 09/10/11 January 2026<br>
Round 4: 16/17/18 January 2026<br>
Round of 16: 03/04/05 April 2026<br>
Quarter-finals: 10/11/12 April 2026<br>
Semi-finals: 01/02/03 May 2026<br>
2026 EPCR Challenge Cup Final: San Mamés Stadium, Bilbao; Friday 22 May
