Highlights: Stormers vs Hurricanes (2014)

The hosts scored a late converted try to snatch a one-point win at Newlands.

Highlights: Rebels vs Cheetahs (2014)

The Rebels beat the Cheetahs for the first time in Super Rugby.

Highlights: Chiefs vs Highlanders (2014)

The defending champions fought back from a half-time deficit to record a narrow win.

Rebels run Cheetahs ragged

The Cheetahs' tour got off to a poor start when they lost 35-14 to the Rebels in Melbourne, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Preview: Force vs Brumbies

The Force and Brumbies will be looking to bounce back from opening-round defeats when they meet in Perth on Saturday.

Preview: Waratahs vs Reds

The Reds will be looking for back-to-back wins on the road when they meet the Waratahs on Saturday.

Preview: Chiefs vs Highlanders

The champion Chiefs should be far too good for the Highlanders in Hamilton on Saturday.

Preview: Rebels vs Cheetahs

The Cheetahs will be confident of maintaining their winning record against the Rebels in Perth on Friday.

Saders drop Dagg, Blues boot Noakes

Colin Slade will start at fullback for the Crusaders in Auckland on Friday, while the Blues have opted for Simon Hickey at flyhalf.

Tahs turn to Potgieter

Jacques Potgieter will start at No 4 lock for the Waratahs against the Reds in Sydney on Saturday.