Vermeulen tops in bruising battle

Duane Vermeulen was the more consistent and ultimately more influential No 8 at Kings Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Jones to lead Wales in SA

Veteran lock Alun Wyn Jones will captain Wales when they tackle the Springboks this June.

Blues blast Hurricanes

The Blues stormed to a 37-24 victory over the Hurricanes on Saturday to maintain their unbeaten record at Eden Park. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Who will win the Duel of the Week?

Alberts to lead Sharks’ physical charge

The Sharks' cause will be aided by the inclusion of Willem Alberts, while the Stormers' willl be hurt by the absence of Schalk Burger, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Barrett to bury Blues

Beauden Barrett's all-round brilliance will propel the Hurricanes to another derby win over the Blues in Auckland this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks set to lose Steyn

Neither Frans Steyn nor Eben Etzebeth is expected to feature for the Springboks this June due to injuries. Steyn will, however, be available for the Sharks.

Baa-Baas pick Saffa duo

Juandré Kruger and Schalk Ferreira have been selected to represent the Barbarians against England on 1 June.

Overseas stars key to Bok cause

The Springboks based abroad remain a cut above the majority of South Africans competing in the Vodacom Super Rugby competition, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Stormers crush Cheetahs

The Stormers punished an errant Cheetahs side to run out 33-0 winners at Newlands. JON CARDINELLI reports.