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

‘Deysel not a dirty guy’

Sharks director of rugby Jake White has refused to defend Jean Deysel's moment of madness in Christchurch, but maintains he is not a dirty player.

Cooper out for four months

Wallabies flyhalf Quade Cooper will miss the June Tests as well as the remainder of the Vodacom Super Rugby competition after sustaining a serious shoulder injury.

Tahs topple Lions

The Waratahs outplayed the Lions to record a convincing 41-13 victory in Sydney, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Cheetahs shock Brumbies

The Cheetahs closed out a good day for South African sides with a 27-21 win over the Brumbies in Bloemfontein, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Stormers too good for Force

The Stormers moved off the bottom of the combined log with a 24-8 win against the Western Force at Newlands on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Rebels win basement battle

The Rebels ran out 30-27 victors in Brisbane on Saturday to claim their first ever win over the Reds.

Gutsy Sharks make history

The Sharks beat the Crusaders 30-25 in Christchurch despite playing for 54 minutes with 14 men and 10 with 13. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.