Blues batter Force

The Blues claimed a 41-24 bonus-point victory over the Force in Auckland on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Sharks plunge new depths

The Highlanders compounded the Sharks' woes as they ran out 48-15 victors in Dunedin on Friday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Tahs scrap past Brumbies

The Waratahs closed the gap at the top of the Australian conference with a 13-10 win over the Brumbies in Canberra on Friday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Faf key to Lions renaissance

In-form Lions scrumhalf Faf de Klerk can do more damage to the Vodacom Bulls' play-off hopes at Loftus on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Damian to destroy Cheetahs

Damian de Allende will hold the key to the Stormers' bonus-point hopes when they battle the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bismarck brings balance to Sharks

The Sharks will be looking to Bismarck du Plessis to inspire a morale-boosting win over the Highlanders in Dunedin on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Nonu to nail Crusaders

Ma'a Nonu will look to continue his good form for the table-topping Hurricanes against the Crusaders in Wellington on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Nanai-Williams could torment Rebels

The Rebels will have to shut down Chiefs wing Tim Nanai-Williams if they're to get anything out of Saturday's match in Melbourne, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Potgieter must let actions do talking

Jacques Potgieter will be hoping to make headlines for the right reasons when the Waratahs face the Brumbies in Canberra on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Kaino the key in basement battle

The return of No 8 Jerome Kaino could inspire the Blues to a second win of the season against the Force in Auckland on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.