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

Cheetahs scrum let them down

The Cheetahs’ persistent scrum woes proved costly in their 21-6 defeat to the Waratahs on Saturday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Brache hat-trick sinks Sunwolves

Marcel Brache scored a hat-trick to guide the Force to a 40-22 win over the Sunwolves in Tokyo on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Forward dominance lifts Force

The Force’s set-piece dominance helped them achieve a 40-22 win against the Sunwolves in Tokyo, according to SARugbymag.co.za’s Opta-powered stats.

Brumbies down Bulls

The Brumbies ground out an important 23-6 win against the Bulls in Canberra on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Mistakes cost bumbling Bulls

The Bulls conceded too many turnovers on attack in the disappointing loss to the Brumbies in Canberra, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Clinical Saders crush Reds

Jone Macilai scored a hat-trick of tries as the Crusaders secured a bonus-point 38-5 win over the Reds in Christchurch on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Saders’ defence too good for Reds

The Crusaders' defence laid the foundation for their 38-5 win over the Reds on Friday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Sharks set for ‘toughest task’

Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold believes Saturday's clash against the Hurricanes will be the greatest challenge of their season to date, writes CRAIG LEWIS.