Stormers meltdown a reality check

The Stormers’ defensive and tactical meltdown in Dunedin should serve as a lesson to every South African team, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Leading Lions march on

The Lions have enhanced their status as the leading local team, while the Kings have surpassed the Bulls in the South African group standings, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Blues compound Aussie woes

The Blues claimed an 18-12 bonus-point win against the Brumbies in Canberra to extend New Zealand rugby's unbeaten run against Aussie sides in 2017. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Sunwolves make Chiefs sweat

Damian McKenzie scored 17 points in the Chiefs' hard-earned 27-20 win over the Sunwolves in Hamilton on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Highlanders hammer Stormers

The Highlanders scored nine tries in their record 57-14 win over the Stormers in Dunedin on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Super Rugby preview (Round 10, Part 2)

JON CARDINELLI looks ahead to the final four matches of round 10 of the Super Rugby tournament.

Bezuidenhout to front Rebels

Hooker Martin Bezuidenhout is the only change to the Kings starting XV ahead of their clash against the Rebels in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.

Lions must roar in New Zealand

Rugby needs the British & Irish Lions to overcome the odds and challenge the All Blacks in the coming Test series, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Super Rugby Power Rankings (Round 9)

JON CARDINELLI selects an overall 18-team Super Rugby log, based on performances and opposition faced after nine rounds.

Kings for a day

The Kings scored a historic victory in Sydney, while there were significant wins for the Lions and Bulls in round nine of the Super Rugby tournament, writes JON CARDINELLI.