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

Border join Bulls franchise

The Bulls have entered into a partnership agreement with the Border Rugby Union in a bid to strengthen their Super Rugby franchise.

Locks give Stormers edge

The battle between the impressive yet relatively inexperienced Bulls second row and the Stormers' outstanding lock combination will shape the contest at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Sharks must retain focus

The Sharks can’t afford any complacency as they look to come away with a bonus-point win over the Kings in Durban on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Horwitz must fill Beale’s boots

David Horwitz needs to produce a clinical performance for the Waratahs against the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Kicking game key for Chiefs

Damian McKenzie and Aaron Cruden's tactical kicking will be pivotal for the Chiefs against the Rebels in Hamilton on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Blues need to bounce back

The ‘embarrassed’ Blues need to produce a vastly improved all-round performance if they are to overcome the Force in Perth on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Sunwolves face Goromaru threat

Reds fullback Ayumu Goromaru will have a decisive role to play against the Sunwolves in Brisbane on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Lions chop and change

Lock Lourens Erasmus will earn his first start in one of six changes to the Lions run-on XV for Saturday's match against the Jaguares in Johannesburg.