Super Rugby preview (Round 3, Part 2)

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the final three Vodacom Super Rugby matches on Saturday, including the two big local derbies.

Marx to captain Lions against Bulls

Malcolm Marx will lead the Lions against the Vodacom Bulls in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Burden seeks opportunity at Sharks

After several years in France, experienced hooker Craig Burden is back in training with the Sharks. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Same again for unbeaten Sharks

The Sharks have named the same starting XV for the third successive week for their match against the Stormers at Kings Park.

Watch: Bulls press conference

Vodacom Bulls coach Pote Human and flyhalf Handré Pollard address the media ahead of their Vodacom Super Rugby clash against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Stormers to up the tempo

Assistant coach John Dobson says the Stormers hope to be able to employ a high-tempo game against the Sharks this Saturday.

Sage to make first Bulls start

Dylan Sage will wear the Vodacom Bulls No 12 jersey against the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Kwagga confident in Lions leadership

Lions flank Kwagga Smith says the team has enough leaders to make up for the loss of captain Warren Whiteley to injury.

Defence to decide Joburg derby

Elton Jantjies and Handré Pollard will have plenty to prove on defence in what could be a season-defining clash between the Lions and Vodacom Bulls, writes JON CARDINELLI.

‘Brits has brought composure to Bulls’

Former Scotland and Springbok hooker John Allan says Schalk Brits has brought stability to the Vodacom Bulls pack.