Lions face depth test

The Lions’ ability to cope in the absence of injured flyhalf Elton Jantjies will be key to their cause against the Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Stormers back row under fire

The Stormers loose forwards will have a point to prove against the Cheetahs at Newlands this Saturday following a disappointing display against the Bulls, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Kings must contain Landajo

Scrumhalf Martín Landajo holds the key to the Jaguares' attacking success against the Kings in Port Elizabeth on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Savea, Naholo key in Kiwi thriller

The match-up between wingers Julian Savea and Waisake Naholo will be a fascinating and potentially decisive subplot to Friday’s clash between the Hurricanes and Highlanders in Wellington, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Chiefs’ attack to torture Tahs

The Chiefs will aim to strengthen their position at the top of the Australasian group when they take on the Waratahs in Sydney on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Brumbies must stop Sunwolves duo

Sunwolves No 8 Ed Quirk and winger Akihito Yamada will pose the biggest threat to the Brumbies' defence in Canberra on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Do-or-die derby for Rebels

The Rebels will be desperate to get back to winning ways when they meet the Force in Melbourne on Sunday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Currie Cup Qualifier preview (Round 8)

Griquas will be looking to extend their seven-match winning streak when they come up against Western Province at Newlands on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.