Duane never backs down

Duane Vermeulen, who continues to impress as a player and a leader, is on the cover of this month's SA Rugby magazine.

Foley will run Waratahs show

Bernard Foley will be expected to control the game for the Waratahs against the Rebels in Sydney on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Confident Cane to frustrate Force

Sam Cane will look to dominate the breakdown when the Chiefs host the Force on Friday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

SA twins anchor Brumbies scrum

Props JP Smith and Ruan Smith will start for the Brumbies against the Highlanders in Canberra on Friday.

Injuries force Reds reshuffle

The Reds have made four changes for Sunday's match against the Hurricanes in Brisbane.

Saders start rookie scrumhalf

The Crusaders have made four changes for Saturday's match against the Blues in Christchurch.

Mealamu leads as Blues rest All Blacks

The Blues have made eight changes for their match against the Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday.

Coenie setback for Cheetahs

Coenie Oosthuizen has been ruled out of the Cheetahs' match against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.

ARU eases Wallabies eligibility rules

Matt Giteau could play for the Wallabies at this year's World Cup after the Australian Rugby Union relaxed its eligibility rules.

Chiefs change five for Force

Marty McKenzie will start at flyhalf for the Chiefs against the Force in Hamilton on Friday.