Chiefs knock out Stormers

The Chiefs beat the Stormers 17-11 on Saturday to set up a semi-final showdown with the Crusaders, reports JON CARDINELLI at Newlands.

Crusaders power past Highlanders

The Crusaders produced a superior physical and tactical performance to hammer the Highlanders 17-0 in a weather-afflicted quarter-final in Christchurch on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI.

Preview: Stormers vs Chiefs

An attack-minded Stormers side will be hard-pressed to live with a more polished Chiefs outfit in the quarter-final at Newlands on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Preview: Crusaders vs Highlanders

The All Blacks-laden Crusaders should be too strong up front for the Highlanders in the quarter-final clash in Christchurch on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Stormers’ defence in spotlight

The Stormers’ defence will have everything to prove in the quarter-final against the Chiefs following an inconsistent and at times embarrassing performance across the conference stage, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lions to lean on set piece

The Lions' exceptional first-phase stats bode well for the coming clash against the Sharks as well as the possible later match-ups against the Hurricanes and Crusaders, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Cane wary of ‘Kiwi’ Kolisi

All Blacks openside Sam Cane has highlighted the threat of opposite number Siya Kolisi ahead of the quarter-final clash between the Chiefs and Stormers on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Super Rugby Power Rankings (Round 17)

JON CARDINELLI selects an overall 18-team Super Rugby log based on performances across the conference stage.

Lions primed for top prize

The Lions have the defensive tools – and more importantly, the home advantage – to win three playoff matches and ultimately a first Super Rugby crown, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lions peak, Bulls burn

The Lions finished the regular season at the top of the overall standings, while the Bulls ended their campaign at the bottom of the South African pile, writes JON CARDINELLI.