Flawed conference system must go

The 2018 Super Rugby tournament has shown why Sanzaar needs to move back to a round-robin format sooner rather than later, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lady luck smiles on Lions, Sharks

The Lions finished second in the overall standings and the Sharks advanced to the playoffs on the back of two favourable results in Australasia, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lions hit back to clinch conference

The Lions overturned a 12-point deficit to down the Bulls 38-12 in Johannesburg and finish second in the overall standings. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Bridge hat-trick buries Blues

George Bridge scored three tries as the Crusaders hammered the Blues 54-17 in Christchurch on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Chiefs stun Hurricanes

The Chiefs scored an impressive 28-24 win in Hamilton on Friday, but could not prevent the Hurricanes from securing a home quarter-final. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Super Rugby preview (Round 19, Part 1)

JON CARDINELLI looks ahead to the first four matches of round 19, including the playoff-shaping fixtures in Hamilton and Melbourne.

Odds stacked against SA hopefuls

The Lions and Sharks’ erratic showings during the Super Rugby conference phase may see them travelling extensively in the playoffs, writes JON CARDINELLI.

SA Team of the Week (Round 18)

JON CARDINELLI picks a South African XV based on performances in round 18 of Super Rugby.

Stormers sink deeper into the mire

History may well repeat itself if the Stormers head into the 2019 Super Rugby tournament with the same coaching staff and players, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bulls boost Lions’ title hopes

The Lions remain at the top of the South African standings following the Bulls’ big win over the Jaguares. The Sharks’ playoff hopes, however, are hanging by a thread, writes JON CARDINELLI.