Highlights: Crusaders vs Blues (2016)
The hosts scored three tries to win 28-13 in Christchurch.
The hosts scored three tries to win 28-13 in Christchurch.
Montpellier edged Castres 22-19 in the Top 14, while there were also wins for Clermont, Racing, Pau and Bordeaux.
The Northampton Saints beat Saracens 20-15 on Saturday, while there were also Premiership wins for Worcester, Sale, Gloucester and Bath.
The Crusaders cruised to a 28-13 victory over the Blues in Christchurch on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Gary Gold says the Jaguares are the ‘real deal’ and that the Sharks will be preparing for Saturday’s clash in Durban as if it were a Test match, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Coach Robbie Fleck says the Stormers have focused on fine-tuning their tactical kicking and attacking game ahead of Saturday’s clash against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Mark Keohane and The Money Man make their picks for the matches involving South African teams.
Robert du Preez's goal-kicking and game management will be key when the Stormers face the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
The Sharks need Willie le Roux to be at his decision-making best when they take on the Jaguares in what should be a free-flowing game in Durban on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
The Lions' kicking game and defence will be under scrutiny when they front the Chiefs at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.