Blues, Highlanders name lineups for Trans-Tasman final

The Blues have made just one change to their starting XV, while the Highlanders have named an unchanged team for the Trans-Tasman final between the sides at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday.

Steyn’s unerring boot inspires Bulls to Sharks rout

Morne Steyn contributed 19 points as the Bulls took down the Sharks 43-9 in Pretoria on Saturday to extend their Rainbow Cup SA winning streak to three matches.

Jake picks Bok heavy to face Stormers

Jake White has welcomed a World Cup winner back to his match-day squad for Saturday’s game against the Stormers at the Cape Town Stadium.

Bulls down Lions in dull derby

The Bulls opened their Rainbow Cup campaign with a 22-9 win over the Lions at Loftus on Saturday night despite having three tries disallowed.

Leyds’ purple patch continues

Wing Dillyn Leyds produced another storming performance in La Rochelle’s 38-23 win over Lyon in the French Top 14.

Lions coaching team profiles

Following Warren Gatland’s completion of his British & Irish Lions assistant coaching lineup, check out these profiles illustrating their coaching credentials.

Senatla recommits future to Stormers, WP

The Stormers have announced that Blitzbok speedster Seabelo Senatla has signed a two-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR).

De Allende provides reminder of his class

Damian de Allende, Cheslin Kolbe and several other Springboks produced powerhouse displays in the European Champions Cup round of 16 this past weekend.

McKenzie magic steals dramatic win for Chiefs

Damian McKenzie scored a self-converted try in the last minute of an enthralling contest to give the Chiefs a 15-12 win over the Blues in Hamilton on Saturday.

De Allende and co out to dethrone Leinster

Damian de Allende, Chris Cloete, Jean Kleyn and CJ Stander are all available for selection for Munster when they face Leinster in the PRO14 final on Saturday.