Jantjies set for surgery
Lions flyhalf Elton Jantjies is set for an extended period on the sidelines after fracturing his wrist in last Saturday's clash against the Cheetahs.
Lions flyhalf Elton Jantjies is set for an extended period on the sidelines after fracturing his wrist in last Saturday's clash against the Cheetahs.
Brumbies winger Henry Speight has been ruled out of action for up to two months after fracturing his eye socket.
Chiefs flanker Sam Cane has been cleared of any further punishment after being cited for a dangerous tackle on Jaguares prop Nahuel Chaparro.
Namibia loose forward Renaldo Bothma has joined the Bulls on a long-term deal.
Brumbies replacement hooker Josh Mann-Rea received a one-week suspension for repeatedly striking Stormers prop Oli Kebble in the face.
The Sharks need to beat the Crusaders in Durban in order to offset their disappointing draw to the Bulls in round four. JON CARDINELLI reports.
The hosts scored three tries to win 31-1 at Newlands.
The visitors scored a 78th-minute try to snatch a 30-26 win in Buenos Aires.
The Stormers proved tactically and physically superior in their 31-11 win against the Brumbies at Newlands on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.
The Lions scored five tries to beat the Cheetahs 39-22 at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.