What we’ve learned

Five lessons from the past weekend's Vodacom Super Rugby matches, according to SIMON BORCHARDT.

Stormers too good for Force

The Stormers moved off the bottom of the combined log with a 24-8 win against the Western Force at Newlands on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Highlights: Crusaders vs Sharks (2014)

The Sharks won in Christchurch for the first time despite being a man down for most of the match.

Gutsy Sharks make history

The Sharks beat the Crusaders 30-25 in Christchurch despite playing for 54 minutes with 14 men and 10 with 13. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Jake slams new Super Rugby format

Sharks director of rugby Jake White says Sanzar's proposed 18-team Super Rugby system is flawed.

Mapoe out to trouble Tahs

The Lions need Lionel Mapoe to produce another strong attacking performance against the Waratahs in Sydney on Sunday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Coenie faces front-row test

Coenie Oosthuizen needs to make as big an impact at scrum time as he does in open play against the Brumbies in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Deafboks get Test status

South Africa's deaf rugby team will face their English and Welsh counterparts in November.

Chat bietjie ball (Episode 12)

The boys are back and pick their South African XV based on Super Rugby form.

Alberts at No 8 for Sharks

The Sharks have made five changes for Saturday's showdown with the Crusaders in Christchurch.