Stormers must make statement
The Stormers need to beat the Kings convincingly at Newlands on Saturday and take some momentum into the playoffs, writes JON CARDINELLI.
The Stormers need to beat the Kings convincingly at Newlands on Saturday and take some momentum into the playoffs, writes JON CARDINELLI.
The Bulls will almost certainly go into their match against the Cheetahs on Saturday knowing that they cannot qualify for the Super Rugby playoffs. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.
The Crusaders can move to the top of the New Zealand conference and pile the pressure on the Chiefs if they beat the Hurricanes in Christchurch on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
The Highlanders could do themselves and the Lions a big favour by beating the Chiefs in Dunedin on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
The Waratahs have to beat the Blues in Auckland on Friday to stand any chance of qualifying for the playoffs, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
The Brumbies may have to beat the Force in Canberra on Saturday to qualify for the quarter-finals, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
The Reds will host the Rebels in a dead-rubber match in Brisbane on Friday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
The Griffons need a bonus-point win against the EP Kings to keep alive their hopes of qualifying for the Currie Cup Premier Division in September.
The Stormers have made six changes to their starting lineup for Saturday's match against the Kings at Newlands.
Pat Lambie has been rushed into the Sharks' match 23 for Friday's game in order to be eligible for the playoffs a week later.