The latest news and videos from the southern-hemisphere tournament involving teams from South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina and Japan

Halfbacks key in Kiwi clash

The influence of the respective halfback combinations will be a key factor in Saturday’s semi-final between the Hurricanes and Chiefs in Wellington, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Lions without Whiteley

Ruan Ackermann will start at No 8 for the Lions in Saturday's semi-final against the Highlanders at Ellis Park. 

Highlanders strengthen pack

James Lentjes will start at openside flank for the Highlanders against the Lions in Saturday's semi-final at Ellis Park.

Chiefs change three

Tawera Kerr-Barlow will start at scrumhalf for the Chiefs against the Hurricanes in Saturday's semi-final in Wellington.

Canes wait on Coles

Hurricanes captain Dane Coles will be given until Saturday to prove his fitness for their Super Rugby semi-final against the Chiefs in Wellington.

Sikhumbuzo Notshe interview

The loose forward on the Stormers' heavy defeat to the Chiefs, stepping into Schalk Burger's shoes, and his way forward.

Stormers duo sidelined

Stormers flank Siya Kolisi and prop Frans Malherbe have been ruled out for three months due to injury.

Lions set for aerial test

The Lions should expect another aerial bombardment when they host the Highlanders in the semi-final at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.