Preview: Lions vs Blues

The Lions will face international opposition for the first time this season when they tackle the Blues at Ellis Park.

Preview: Brumbies vs Waratahs

Many questions about the Australian conference will be answered when the Brumbies host the Waratahs on Saturday.

Preview: Highlanders vs Force

The Force will be up against it when they face the Highlanders in Dunedin on Saturday.

Preview: Hurricanes vs Cheetahs

The Hurricanes face another tough assignment when they host the Cheetahs in Wellington on Saturday.

Preview: France vs Ireland

Victory against France in Paris on Saturday night will almost certainly hand Ireland the Six Nations trophy.

Preview: Italy vs England

England must beat Italy in Rome and hope that France defeat Ireland if Chris Robshaw is to lift the Six Nations trophy.

Preview: Wales vs Scotland

Wales and Scotland will be desperate to end disappointing Six Nations campaigns on a high when they meet in Cardiff.

Who will win at Kings Park on Saturday?

Preview: Rebels vs Crusaders

The under-pressure Crusaders visit Melbourne on Friday to face a Rebels outfit they have struggled against in the past.

Preview: Chiefs vs Stormers

The Chiefs host a wounded Stormers at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton on Friday.