Liebenberg to tackle Sharks

Tiaan Liebenberg will start at hooker for the Stormers at Newlands this Saturday in the absence of injured incumbent Deon Fourie.

Cheetahs unchanged for final clash

Naka Drotské has retained the match 23 that beat the Sharks for the Cheetahs' last league match against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Hougaard wings it for Bulls

Francois Hougaard will start on the left wing in Friday's match against the Rebels, while SA U20 star Jesse Kriel is set to make his Super Rugby debut from the bench.

Brüssow to miss Lions clash

Heinrich Brüssow will undergo groin surgery later this week and has been ruled out of the Cheetahs' last game of the season on Saturday.

Jones rubbishes Singapore bid

Japan coach Eddie Jones has slammed Saru for supporting Singapore's bid for a Super Rugby franchise.

Sharks need big win at Newlands

While the Sharks have blown an opportunity to top the overall Super Rugby log, they can still secure a home semi-final with a big win over the Stormers on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Sharks need Steyn power at 10

The Sharks should alternate between Frans Steyn and Pat Lambie at No 10 rather than persist with the raw Tim Swiel, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Coleman best No 10 on show

Kurt Coleman thrived behind a dominant pack at Newlands on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Stormers blank Bulls

The Stormers’ dominance at the tackle went a long way towards securing a 16-0 victory over the Bulls at Newlands on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI.

Force floor Reds

The Force scored an important 30-20 win against the Reds in Perth on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.