Rebels tame Cheetahs

Reece Hodge scored a brace as the Rebels thumped the Cheetahs 36-14 in Melbourne. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Sharks deny Highlanders

The Sharks hung on for a 15-14 win against a determined 14-man Highlanders side in Dunedin on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

WP edge gritty Cheetahs

Western Province recorded a 36-31 bonus-point win against the Free State XV in round three of the Currie Cup qualifiers, while the Leopards and Pumas also won on Friday.

Lions to keep on roaring

The Lions could take a stranglehold on the Africa 2 conference standings by securing a bonus-point win over the Kings in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Stormers to stop Red tide

The Stormers defence will be tested when they host the Reds on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Sharks need to nullify Smith

Ben Smith's return will boost the Highlanders' attack and ultimately their chances of a big win against the Sharks in Dunedin on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Cheetahs must show no fear

The Cheetahs need to build on the momentum of their landslide win over the Sunwolves when they take on the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.