Highlanders need Smith to fire
The pressure is on Ben Smith to produce the attacking goods when the Highlanders host the Waratahs on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Blues brace for lethal Savea
Hurricanes wing Julian Savea will provide the Blues with a stern defensive test in Palmerston North on Friday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Harris to punish Force indiscipline
Mike Harris's goal-kicking will have a significant role to play for the Rebels against the Force in Perth, says MARIETTE ADAMS.
Six Nations preview (Round 4)
Wales will be looking to stop the Irish juggernaut when the two meet at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.
Stormers rotate halfbacks
Kurt Coleman and Louis Schreuder will start for the Stormers against the Chiefs at Newlands on Saturday.
Sharks reshuffle pack
Jannie du Plessis and Tendai Mtawarira will make their return for the Sharks against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
White card makes a difference
Almost half of the white card referrals in this year’s Varsity Cup have been successful.
Japan captain to debut for Chiefs
Michael Leitch will make his Vodacom Super Rugby debut for the Chiefs against the Stormers at Newlands on Saturday.
Carter at 12 for Crusaders
Dan Carter will start at inside centre in one of 10 changes for the Crusaders' match against the Lions in Christchurch.
Highlanders welcome back Christie
Shane Christie will make his first appearance of the season for the Highlanders' against the Waratahs on Saturday.
