Johnson gets backdated suspension

Wasps forward Ashley Johnson’s backdated six-month suspension for an anti-doping violation will expire before the new season begins.

Preview: Lions vs Waratahs

JON CARDINELLI looks ahead to the Super Rugby semi-final in Johannesburg.

Watch: Whiteley on Super Rugby semi

Warren Whiteley on making his first semi-final in three years for the Lions.

Latu starts for Waratahs

The Waratahs have made just one change to their starting XV for the Super Rugby semi-final against the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.

‘Treu matter blown out of proportion’

WP Rugby president Thelo Wakefield remains optimistic that the ongoing conflict between Paul Treu and the rest of the Stormers coaching staff can be resolved amicably. 

Preview: Crusaders vs Hurricanes

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the Super Rugby semi-final in Christchurch on Saturday.

‘Lions must be switched on defensively’

Warren Whiteley says the Lions will need to be wary of the attacking threats posed by a Waratahs side that is expected to keep ball in hand this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Hurricanes set for All Blacks boost

All Blacks flank Ardie Savea may make his return for the Hurricanes in the semi-final against the Crusaders if he passes a fitness test this week.

Moody returns for Crusaders

All Blacks prop Joe Moody has recovered from a knee injury and will start for the Crusaders against the Hurricanes in the semi-final in Christchurch.

Super Rugby teams (Semi-finals)

This weekend’s Super Rugby lineups as they are announced.