Super Slade denies Montpellier
Colin Slade scored all of Pau’s points in their dramatic 19-16 victory over Montpellier, while there were also wins for Stade Français, Racing, Clermont, Bordeaux, La Rochelle and Toulon.
Blues captain to miss opener
Jerome Kaino has received a one-week suspension for striking Chiefs prop Pauliasi Manu in a warm-up match.
New role for All Blacks mental coach
Gilbert Enoka will move into a full-time role with New Zealand Rugby.
Dream Worcester debut for Hougie
Francois Hougaard scored on debut to help the Worcester Warriors beat the Sale Sharks 31-23 on Saturday.
Bulls won’t pay injured Pollard
The Bulls are refusing to pay Handré Pollard while he is sidelined with a knee injury.
Jean gets valuable game time
Jean de Villiers spent 75 minutes on the field as Leicester lost 25-19 to Harlequins at Twickenham Stoop on Friday night. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.
Jaguares hammer Lions
Centre Jerónimo de la Fuente scored a hat-trick as the Jaguares beat the Lions 49-28 in Friday’s pre-season match at Wits.
Who will win the match between the Stormers and Bulls at Newlands?
Lions heed Stormers’ advice
Lions coach Johan Ackermann says he has received some insights from the Stormers ahead of Friday's pre-season game against the Jaguares at Wits, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Highlights: Chiefs vs Blues (2016)
The 14-man Blues dominated the second half to win this pre-season match 24-12.
