Cruden comeback to boost Chiefs

The return of All Blacks flyhalf Aaron Cruden should inspire the Chiefs to victory over the Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Beale will spark Tahs’ attack

The Reds will have to shut down Kurtley Beale if they are to have any chance of beating the Waratahs in Sydney on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Brumbies’ defence to test Canes

Defence could determine the result of Friday's Super Rugby match between the Brumbies and Hurricanes in Canberra, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Naholo to nail Blues

The Highlanders' back three will test the Blues' defence in Auckland on Friday,  writes JON CARDINELLI.

Rebels rookie can raze Force

Twenty-year-old winger Reece Hodge will be aiming to make a lasting impression in his first Super Rugby match for the Rebels against the Force in Perth on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Six Nations preview (Round 3)

England have an opportunity to solidify their status as Six Nations title contenders when they take on Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Vermaak, Du Toit start for Stormers

Jano Vermaak and Pieter-Steph du Toit will earn their first Super Rugby caps for the Stormers against the Bulls at Newlands on Saturday.

Beast skippers Sharks

Beast Mtawarira will captain the Sharks in their Super Rugby opener against the Kings on Saturday, while Joe Pietersen is set to start at flyhalf.

Habana, Kanko get sevens nod

Springboks Bryan Habana and Ryan Kankowski have been included in the Blitzboks' 13-man squad for the next two rounds of the World Rugby Sevens Series.