Cheetahs pack must stand up
The return of the Cheetahs' first-choice front row should stabilise their scrum against the Kings in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Naholo sets sights on Saders
Waisake Naholo will be looking for another match-winning performance against the Crusaders in Dunedin on Friday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.
Canes face test of depth
A weakened Hurricanes side will take on the Reds in Wellington on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Rebels brace for set-piece battle
The Rebels will have to withstand a physical onslaught from the Brumbies during Friday's Australian derby in Melbourne, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Triple boost for Lions
Lions flyhalf Elton Jantjies has been cleared to face the Blues at Ellis Park on Saturday, while Malcolm Marx and Julian Redelinghuys return to the starting XV.
Scarra to start for Stormers
The Stormers have made several changes to their starting XV for Saturday's clash against the Sunwolves in Singapore.
Gates to lead injury-hit Kings
Shane Gates will captain the Kings against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Jaguares change three for Sharks
Joaquín Tuculet will start at fullback for the Jaguares against the Sharks in Buenos Aires on Saturday.
Faumuina back for Blues
The Blues have made two changes to their starting lineup for Saturday's match against the Lions in Johannesburg.
Sunwolves name new skipper
Harumichi Tatekawa will lead the Sunwolves against the Stormers in Singapore on Saturday.
