O’Connor propels Reds past gutsy Waratahs

Flyhalf James O’Connor kicked two late penalties to help the Reds beat the Waratahs 32-26 in Brisbane on Friday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Van Wyk, Barrett start for Hurricanes

South African-born wing Kobus van Wyk has been selected in the Hurricanes’ starting lineup for Sunday’s clash against the Chiefs in Hamilton.

Chiefs lose Lienert-Brown for Hurricanes clash

Chiefs coach Warren Gatland has made two changes to his starting XV for their match with the Hurricanes in Hamilton on Sunday.

Superbru: Bank on Saders, Reds

The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru picks have been locked with the staff unanimous in predicting wins for the Crusaders and Reds this week.

Barrett’s Japan move confirmed

Beauden Barrett will play for Japanese Top League side Suntory Sungoliath in 2021 as part of a sabbatical in his four-year contract with New Zealand Rugby.

Lions make play for Maxwane

Out-of-contract Cheetahs wing Sibahle Rabz Maxwane is poised to join the Lions on a two-year deal.

Barrett set for mega-money Japan move

Beauden Barrett has reportedly agreed to join Japanese Top League team Suntory Sungoliath in a deal that would have him earn £780,000 per season.

Havili at fullback as Crusaders reshuffle

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has made five personnel changes and a positional switch to his starting XV for their match against the Highlanders in Dunedin.

Changes up front for Highlanders

Highlanders coach Aaron Mauger has opted for a new front row in his team selection for Saturday’s Super Rugby Aotearoa clash with the Crusaders in Dunedin.

Rebels go with star-studded backline

The return of Reece Hodge has boosted the Rebels’ starting lineup for Saturday’s clash with the Brumbies in Canberra.