Highlanders shock Crusaders
The Highlanders overturned an 11-point deficit to beat the Crusaders 25-20 in Christchurch on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.
Blues snap losing streak
Nic White missed a penalty after the hooter as the Blues secured a narrow 16-14 win over the Brumbies in Auckland on Friday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.
Kaplan: Spies wrong about restart
Former Test referee Jonathan Kaplan says the Lions were entitled to take the quick restart that caught the Vodacom Bulls off-guard at Ellis Park last Saturday.
Bulls must batter rubbish Reds
The Vodacom Bulls need to rediscover their ruthless streak, starting with a bonus-point victory over the Reds at Loftus on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.
Jantjies key to Lions’ success
The goal-kicking and game management of Elton Jantjies may be the difference in a clash between two desperate South African teams at Ellis Park, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Folau to flay Stormers defence
Israel Folau and company will be too strong for the shaky Stormers defence when the Waratahs host the Cape side on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Sarel’s service crucial for Cheetahs
Cheetahs flyhalf Joe Pietersen will benefit from having the experienced Sarel Pretorius back on his inside against the Force in Perth, writes BRENTON CHELIN.
Fijian wings to light up Christchurch
Nemani Nadolo and Waisake Naholo will collide when the Crusaders host the Highlanders on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Pocock could cause Blues more pain
The Brumbies will be hoping for another good outing from David Pocock against the Blues in Auckland on Friday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Flip returns, Strauss rested
The Vodacom Bulls have made two changes to their starting XV for the match against the Reds at Loftus on Saturday.
