Highlanders overpower Kings

Matt Faddes scored a hat-trick of tries as the Highlanders clinched a 48-18 win over the Kings in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Cheetahs survive Force scare

Fred Zeilinga kicked a 77th-minute penalty to give the Cheetahs a 30-29 victory over the Force in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Lions lash Griffons

The Golden Lions XV ran in 10 tries to beat the Griffons 66-19 in Johannesburg on Saturday, while there were also Currie Cup Qualifier wins for the Free State XV, Western Province, Border Bulldogs and Griquas.

Another big opportunity for April

Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold is confident that Garth April will successfully step in once again to replace injured Pat Lambie at flyhalf, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Force need Saffas to shine

The Force will rely heavily on their South African contingent during Saturday's match against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Highlanders bank on Marty

An understrength Highlanders side will rely on flyhalf Marty Banks to call the shots against the Kings in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.