Waratahs end Aussies’ wretched run
The Waratahs snapped Australia’s 40-match losing streak against New Zealand franchises with a 41-12 win against the Highlanders in Sydney. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.
Crusaders hold off Blues
The Crusaders scored four tries to claim a 32-24 win over the Blues in Auckland on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Super Sunwolves snatch late win
Hayden Parker kicked a late drop goal to help the Sunwolves claim a historic 26-23 win over the Stormers in Hong Kong on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Toulon out after dramatic draw
Lyon advanced to the Top 14 semi-finals after scoring two tries to one in a 19-19 extra-time semi-final qualifier draw against Toulon on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Clinical Scarlets into Pro14 final
The Scarlets beat the Glasgow Warriors 28-13 in their Pro14 semi-final in Glasgow on Friday.
‘SA teams should play Champions Cup’
Pro14 boss Martin Anayi says that the South African teams taking part in the competition should be eligible for European Champions Cup qualification.
Canes compound Aussie woes
The Hurricanes beat the Reds 38-34 in Wellington on Friday to rack up New Zealand rugby’s 40th-straight win against Aussie opposition. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Odendaal, Snyman extend Bulls stay
Bulls captain Burger Odendaal is among nine players who have extended their contracts with the Pretoria-based franchise.
Pro14 preview (semi-finals)
MARIETTE ADAMS looks ahead to the Pro14 semi-finals between the Glasgow Warriors and the Scarlets in Glasgow and the Leinster, Munster clash in Dublin.
Jones: Farrell must ‘frighten’ players
England coach Eddie Jones says he wants captain Owen Farrell to leave his mark on the team during their upcoming June test series against the Springboks.
