Simon Borchardt

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.

Sharks to play Test rugby

The Sharks will approach their play-off qualifier against the Highlanders at Kings Park on Saturday as if it were a Test.

SA supports Singapore bid

Saru wants the 18th Super Rugby franchise to be based in Singapore due to travel concerns, while Australia is pushing for Japan's inclusion.

No EP club rugby after ref abuse

The harassment of referees has forced the Eastern Province Rugby Union to cancel all club matches this weekend.

Lambie on Sharks bench

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.

Toomua to trouble Chiefs

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.

Brumbies change two, Chiefs one

Robbie Coleman will start on the left wing for the Brumbies in their play-off qualifier against the Chiefs in Canberra on Saturday.

Blitzboks lose another star

Cheslin Kolbe has been withdrawn by Western Province from the SA Sevens squad for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow because of a knee injury.