Saders’ defence too good for Reds

The Crusaders' defence laid the foundation for their 38-5 win over the Reds on Friday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Sharks set for ‘toughest task’

Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold believes Saturday's clash against the Hurricanes will be the greatest challenge of their season to date, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Kings need to box clever

The Kings must rediscover their fighting spirit when they face the Blues in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Cheetahs forwards must step up

A new-look Cheetahs pack needs to do the business against the Waratahs on Saturday if they are to come away with something to show for their efforts in Australia, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Currie Cup Qualifier preview (Round 5)

Western Province will be looking for their fourth successive win of the Currie Cup qualifiers when they take on the Sharks in Durban on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Lambie returns for Sharks

Pat Lambie will play off the bench, with Garth April starting at flyhalf, when the Sharks take on the Hurricanes this Saturday.

Cooper dumped by Aussie Sevens

Wallabies playmaker Quade Cooper will not be considered for the Australia Sevens Olympic squad.

Sharks aware of Canes threat

Jean Deysel says the Sharks can’t be ‘off by an inch’ against the Hurricanes this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

All Blacks deliberately ‘poisoned’

Rory Steyn, former chief bodyguard to Nelson Mandela, believes betting syndicates were behind the poisoning of the All Blacks before the 1995 World Cup final.

Reinach out for nine months

Cobus Reinach will be out of action for the rest of the year as the result of a serious knee injury.