Pumas look to dominate up front

The Pumas will use their dominance at scrum time to lay a platform for victory against the Free State Cheetahs. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Lions must learn to adapt

Johan Ackermann says the Golden Lions need to adjust their breakdown approach according to the referee. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Win or bust for Bulls

Blue Bulls flank Jacques du Plessis says Saturday's match against the Golden Lions is a 'must win' encounter. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Lobberts to lock for Griquas

Hilton Lobberts will start in the second row in one of four changes to the Griquas side to face the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

Pumas keep winning formula

Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has named an unchanged team for the Currie Cup match against the Free State Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Eight Habana stats and facts

Bryan Habana will become the fourth Springbok to play 100 Tests for South Africa when the Boks face Australia in Perth on Saturday.

Barrett to get rare start

Beauden Barrett will start at flyhalf for the All Blacks against Argentina in Napier on Saturday after Aaron Cruden was ruled out with a chest injury.

Boks to target Wallabies lineout

Springbok assistant coach John McFarland says they will use the lineout in a bid to gain the ascendancy against the Wallabies in Perth on Saturday.

Sharks short on fit locks

Sharks lock JC Astle has been ruled out for three weeks, while Etienne Oosthuizen remains doubtful for Saturday's match against Griquas in Durban.

Boks missing key men

The Springboks could struggle in Australasia without several key players, writes MARK KEOHANE in Business Day.