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

Highlanders secure semi-final spot

Waisake Naholo scored two tries as the Highlanders beat the Chiefs 24-14 in their qualifier play-off in Dunedin. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Stormers count on Catrakilis

Demetri Catrakilis will be the difference between the Stormers winning and losing the qualifying play-off against the Brumbies on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Smiths hold key for Highlanders

Aaron and Ben Smith will have vital roles to play for the Highlanders against the Chiefs in Saturday's play-off qualifier in Dunedin. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Brumbies unchanged

The Brumbies have named an unchanged match 23 for their play-off qualifier against the Stormers on Saturday.

SBW gets new centre partner

Sonny Bill Williams and Tim Nanai-Williams will be in the Chiefs' midfield for their play-off qualifier against the Highlanders in Dunedin on Saturday.

Highlanders duo back for play-offs

Malakai Fekitoa and Nasi Manu have returned to the Highlanders' starting lineup for their play-off qualifier against the Chiefs in Dunedin on Saturday.

Stormers expect ruck assault

The Stormers are bracing for another fierce and potentially rule-bending breakdown performance by the Brumbies in the qualifying play-off on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Duane to miss Brumbies clash

Duane Vermeulen has been ruled out of the qualifying play-off against the Brumbies and may not be fit for a possible semi-final. JON CARDINELLI reports.