Gutsy Lions outlast Highlanders

No 8 Kwagga Smith bagged a brace to guide the Lions to a nervy 38-29 win over the Highlanders at Ellis Park on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Watch: Fan cams at Newlands

DYLAN JACK catches up with supporters ahead of Saturday’s Vodacom Super Rugby clash between the Stormers and Crusaders at Newlands.

Highlights: Reds vs Waratahs

Highlights of the Waratahs’ 40-32 win against the Reds in Brisbane on Saturday.

Owens lauds Folau sacking

Referee Nigel Owens says shunned fullback Israel Folau only has himself to blame for the termination of his contract by Rugby Australia.

Determined Tahs overcome Reds

Bernard Foley contributed 25 points, which included two late penalties, to help the Waratahs secure a vital 40-32 win over the Reds in Brisbane on Saturday. JOHN GOLIATH reports.

Highlights: Blues vs Chiefs

The Blues ended a four-game losing streak on Saturday and claimed their first win against the Chiefs since 2011.

Latu on Waratahs bench despite DUI

The Waratahs confirmed that hooker Tolu Latu will face the Reds from the bench despite being caught in an alleged drunk-driving incident on Thursday.

Blues break Chiefs hoodoo

The Blues ended their 15-match winless streak against the Chiefs by claiming a bonus-point 23-8 victory in Auckland on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Q&A: Folau crossed the ‘line’

Rugby Australia boss Raelene Castle sat down with Iain Payten in an interview for RUGBY.com.au to discuss the details of Israel Folau’s contract termination on Friday.

Glasgow Warriors power into final

Kyle Steyn starred as the Glasgow Warriors clinched a convincing 50-20 victory over Ulster in their Pro14 semi-final on Friday.