Lions need Elton to kick on

Elton Jantjies's goal-kicking could prove the difference in a closely contested semi-final between the Lions and Highlanders at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Halfbacks key in Kiwi clash

The influence of the respective halfback combinations will be a key factor in Saturday’s semi-final between the Hurricanes and Chiefs in Wellington, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Lions without Whiteley

Ruan Ackermann will start at No 8 for the Lions in Saturday's semi-final against the Highlanders at Ellis Park. 

Highlanders strengthen pack

James Lentjes will start at openside flank for the Highlanders against the Lions in Saturday's semi-final at Ellis Park.

Chiefs change three

Tawera Kerr-Barlow will start at scrumhalf for the Chiefs against the Hurricanes in Saturday's semi-final in Wellington.

Canes wait on Coles

Hurricanes captain Dane Coles will be given until Saturday to prove his fitness for their Super Rugby semi-final against the Chiefs in Wellington.

Sikhumbuzo Notshe interview

The loose forward on the Stormers' heavy defeat to the Chiefs, stepping into Schalk Burger's shoes, and his way forward.