Brumbies eye conference title

The Brumbies may have to beat the Force in Canberra on Saturday to qualify for the quarter-finals, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Little to play for in Aussie derby

The Reds will host the Rebels in a dead-rubber match in Brisbane on Friday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Stormers rotate ahead of playoffs

The Stormers have made six changes to their starting lineup for Saturday's match against the Kings at Newlands.

Sharks forced to fast-track Lambie

Pat Lambie has been rushed into the Sharks' match 23 for Friday's game in order to be eligible for the playoffs a week later.

Mohoje to lead Cheetahs

Oupa Mohoje will captain the Cheetahs against the Bulls in Bloemfontein on Saturday after Francois Venter was ruled out.

Human at 10 for Kings

Dewald Human will start at flyhalf in one of three changes to the Kings' starting XV for Saturday's match against the Stormers in Cape Town.

Tomane’s Brumbies career over

Joe Tomane will not play for the Brumbies again after breaking his leg in a club rugby match last Saturday.

Whiteley making good progress

Injured Lions No 8 Warren Whiteley will start running again this week.

ARU sanctions Force duo

Dane Haylett-Petty and Pek Cowan have each been fined A$5,000 (R55,200) for breaching the Australian Rugby Union's player code of conduct.

Highlanders cruise into playoffs

The Highlanders advanced to the knockout stage with a 34-8 bonus-point win over the Jaguares in Buenos Aires on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.