Folau to take Tahs to the brink

Israel Folau will prove the difference between the two teams when the Waratahs take on the Brumbies in Saturday's semi-final in Sydney, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Brumbies unchanged for Tahs

The Brumbies have named an unchanged team for their semi-final clash with the Waratahs in Sydney.

McCaw starts for Saders

Richie McCaw will start at blindside flank in one of two changes to the Crusaders' starting XV for their semi-final against the Sharks in Christchurch.

Sharks can’t just rely on structure

Ollie le Roux says the Sharks need to trust their instincts if they're to overcome the Crusaders in Christchurch, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Dream Team (Round 20)

There are four South Africans in this week's Dream Team, based on the Fantasy League points they earned last weekend.

Cheetahs prop off to Glasgow

Rossouw de Klerk is the latest Cheetahs player to leave Bloemfontein, opting to join the Glasgow Warriors in Scotland.

Butch: Pat will just slot back in

Butch James says it won't be difficult for Pat Lambie to return to the Sharks' starting XV for their semi-final in Christchurch, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Sharks start 10 points down

Dr Ross Tucker says the travel factor will make it difficult for the Sharks to beat the Crusaders in Christchurch, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Chavhanga rewards White’s faith

Jake White’s loyalty to and investment in his players have paid off handsomely for the Sharks, writes MARK KEOHANE in Business Day.

EP the kings of Craven Week

Eastern Province were crowned unofficial champions of the U18 Craven Week after beating SWD 25-7, writes BRENTON CHELIN in Middelburg.