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

All eyes on Elton

The quality of Elton Jantjies's attacking play and goal-kicking will influence the result of the crunch derby between the Stormers and Lions at Newlands this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Higginbotham can hurt Bulls

The Vodacom Bulls will finish their tour winless if they fail to keep Scott Higginbotham in check in Melbourne this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Folau to flog sloppy Cheetahs

Israel Folau's game-breaking ability could expose a weak Cheetahs defence in Bloemfontein and maintain the Waratahs' home semi-final hopes, writes RYAN VREDE.

Carter to keep Crusaders’ hopes alive

Another influential performance from Dan Carter against the Blues in Auckland on Saturday will help keep the Crusaders in the play-off hunt, says SIMON BORCHARDT. 

Brodie’s return boosts Chiefs

All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick will make a welcome return for the Chiefs against the Reds in Brisbane on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Barrett to control Kiwi clash

The Hurricanes' returning flyhalf Beauden Barrett's class could be the difference against the Highlanders in Napier on Friday, writes RYAN VREDE.

Lions rejig midfield

Lionel Mapoe's knee injury has forced the Lions to change their midfield for the match against the Stormers at Newlands.

Potgieter back in Waratahs XV

Jacques Potgieter will start at openside flank for the Waratahs against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.