Turbo-charged Crusaders blast Bulls

The Crusaders put on an attacking masterclass to score seven tries and a 45-13 win over the Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Sharks must stop Chiefs at source

South Africa’s premier Kiwi slayers need to persist with their current tactics in order to go one better against the Chiefs, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Can Bulls match Crusaders tempo?

The Vodacom Bulls’ defence and fitness will be in the spotlight when they host the Crusaders for the first time since the infamous 62-24 result in 2017, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Europe offers solutions at 9, 12

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus must explore a couple of scrumhalf and inside centre options based in Europe before settling on his final World Cup squad, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Curwin comes of age in Christchurch

Curwin Bosch’s composed performance against the Crusaders should give Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus food for thought, writes JON CARDINELLI.

SA Team of the Week (Round 12)

JON CARDINELLI picks a South African XV based on performances in the 12th round of the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Ambitious Bulls down Waratahs

The Vodacom Bulls produced a rousing attacking performance to beat the Waratahs 28-21 in Pretoria on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Crusaders snatch late draw

Mitch Hunt scored a try after the hooter to help the Crusaders draw 21-21 with a spirited Sharks side in Christchurch. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Bulls attack searching for spark

The Vodacom Bulls forwards and halfbacks have plenty to prove in their must-win clash against the Waratahs on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Du Preez’s Sharks face moment of truth

Sharks coach Rob du Preez Snr has to back form flyhalf Curwin Bosch for the ultimate challenge against the Crusaders in Christchurch, writes JON CARDINELLI.