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

Young Canes to face Force

Hurricanes coach Chris Boyd has named an inexperienced team for their pre-season opener against the Force in Gosford on Wednesday.

Some good news for Kings

The Southern Kings avoided any serious injuries in last Friday's pre-season contact session against university side, the NMMU Madibaz.

Maku joins Bulls’ injury list

The Bulls have suffered another injury blow ahead of the Super Rugby season, with hooker Bandise Maku picking up an Achilles injury.

Stormers smash Eagles

Winger Leolin Zas scored three tries in the Stormers' 40-15 win against the SWD Eagles in George on Saturday.

Whiteley to lead Lions

Warren Whiteley has been confirmed as the Lions’ captain for this year’s Super Rugby tournament.

Stegmann out for nine weeks

The Bulls have suffered a significant injury blow ahead of their Super Rugby campaign, with influential flanker Deon Stegmann sustaining a serious ankle injury.