Clinical Tahs too good for Chiefs

The Waratahs produced a near faultless, all-round effort to thrash the Chiefs in Sydney, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Canes clinch last-gasp win

Ardie Savea scored an 80th-minute try as the Hurricanes snatched a 27-20 win over the Highlanders in Wellington on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Canes handled conditions best

The Hurricanes' astute tactical adjustments enabled them to secure a deserved 27-20 win over the Highlanders on Friday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Burger blow for Boks

Schalk Burger will not be available for the Springboks' June Test series against Ireland due to an ankle injury.

Lions face depth test

The Lions’ ability to cope in the absence of injured flyhalf Elton Jantjies will be key to their cause against the Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Savea, Naholo key in Kiwi thriller

The match-up between wingers Julian Savea and Waisake Naholo will be a fascinating and potentially decisive subplot to Friday’s clash between the Hurricanes and Highlanders in Wellington, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Currie Cup Qualifier preview (Round 8)

Griquas will be looking to extend their seven-match winning streak when they come up against Western Province at Newlands on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Boshoff back for Lions

Marnitz Boshoff has replaced the injured Elton Jantjies in one of seven changes to the Lions’ starting lineup for Saturday’s clash with the Bulls at Loftus.

Meyer at No 9 for Cheetahs

Tian Meyer will start at scrumhalf in the solitary change to the Cheetahs' starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Stormers at Newlands.

Du Preezs, April recommit to Sharks

Talented twins Dan and Jean-Luc du Preez, as well as flyhalf Garth April, have signed contract extensions to remain at the Sharks until the end of 2018.