Brumbies end Chiefs’ reign
The Brumbies booked their place in the Super Rugby semi-finals with a 32-30 win against the Chiefs in Canberra, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
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The Brumbies booked their place in the Super Rugby semi-finals with a 32-30 win against the Chiefs in Canberra, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
The Sharks will approach their play-off qualifier against the Highlanders at Kings Park on Saturday as if it were a Test.
Saru wants the 18th Super Rugby franchise to be based in Singapore due to travel concerns, while Australia is pushing for Japan's inclusion.
The harassment of referees has forced the Eastern Province Rugby Union to cancel all club matches this weekend.
Nick Cummins is off for a stint in Japanese rugby after becoming a cult hero in Australia.
Frans Steyn has retained the Sharks No 10 jersey for their play-off qualifier against the Highlanders in Durban on Saturday with Pat Lambie among the substitutes.
Brumbies flyhalf Matt Toomua will pose the greatest threat to the Chiefs in the first play-off qualifier in Canberra on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Robbie Coleman will start on the left wing for the Brumbies in their play-off qualifier against the Chiefs in Canberra on Saturday.
Cheslin Kolbe has been withdrawn by Western Province from the SA Sevens squad for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow because of a knee injury.