Saffas search for defensive mojo

JON CARDINELLI looks at the defensive frailties of the Vodacom Bulls and Sharks ahead of the crucial derby in Durban this Saturday.

SA Team of the Week (Round 6)

JON CARDINELLI picks a South African XV based on performances in the sixth round of the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Loftus hiding a timely reality check

Recent losses to the Hurricanes and Chiefs highlighted the physical and mental deficiencies that continue to plague the South African game, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lions overpower Sunwolves

Malcolm Marx scored two tries as the Lions muscled their way to a 37-24 bonus-point win against the Sunwolves in Singapore on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Ioane brace buries Highlanders

Rieko Ioane scored two tries as the Blues edged the Highlanders 33-26 in Auckland on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Super Rugby preview (Round 6, Part 1)

JON CARDINELLI looks ahead to the first four Vodacom Super Rugby matches in round six, including the clashes involving the Stormers and Lions.

Saffas must bury tour bogey

The South African teams’ successes in the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament – as well as the success of the Springboks at the World Cup in Japan – may hinge on an improved showing in Australia and New Zealand, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Super Rugby Power Rankings (Round 5)

JON CARDINELLI rates the 15 teams after five rounds of the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Wales issue World Cup warning

An outstanding Six Nations highlighted the gap between the hemispheres and why the Springboks will go to the World Cup as underdogs, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Reds fightback floors Sunwolves

The Reds fought back from 21-5 down at half-time to beat the Sunwolves 34-31 in Tokyo on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.