Wendell Sailor breaks opponent’s arm

The former Wallabies wing broke ex-rugby league player Ben Ross's arm during a charity arm wrestle on live TV.

Taqele to help Tahs get home semi

Taqele Naiyaravoro will be keen to continue his try-scoring exploits for the Waratahs against the Reds in Sydney on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Pocock to pilfer Crusaders’ ball

Brumbies flanker David Pocock could frustrate the Crusaders at the breakdown during Saturday's match in Canberra, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Mitchell snubbed Stormers

John Mitchell turned down the chance to replace Allister Coetzee as Stormers coach.

Strauss back for Bulls

The Vodacom Bulls have made four changes for their match against the Cheetahs at Loftus on Saturday.

Barrett injured, Nonu rested

Beauden Barrett will miss the Hurricanes' match against the Chiefs in New Plymouth on Saturday because of a calf strain.

Sonny Bill back in business

Sonny Bill Williams has returned to the Chiefs side for Saturday's match against the Hurricanes in New Plymouth.

Kuridrani wings it for Reds

Chris Kuridrani has returned to the Reds' starting lineup for their clash with the Waratahs in Sydney on Saturday.

Read returns for Crusaders

Kieran Read is back in the Crusaders starting XV for their match against the Brumbies in Canberra on Saturday.

All Blacks duo bolster Highlanders

The Highlanders welcome back Ben and Aaron Smith for their match against the Blues in Auckland on Friday.