Nonu back for Canes

Ma'a Nonu will start at inside centre in one of three changes to the Hurricanes side to face the Bulls at Loftus on Friday.

All Blacks bolster Chiefs

Aaron Cruden will return at flyhalf in one of four changes to the Chiefs team to face the Brumbies in New Plymouth.

Waratahs stick to their guns

Waratahs coach Michael Cheika has named an unchanged side for the match against the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday.

Maties, Pukke share spoils

Maties scored a late try to draw 26-26 with Pukke in their second round Varsity Cup clash in Stellenbosch on Monday.

Lions receive Bok boost

Lions prop Julian Redelinghuys will be available for selection ahead of Saturday's clash with the Sharks in Durban.

Blitzboks fall to Fiji

Fiji claimed a 24-19 win against South Africa before beating New Zealand 35-19 in the Cup final of the Las Vegas Sevens.