Barrett to cane Force

Beauden Barrett's all-round game will allow the Hurricanes to record their third consecutive win, in Perth this Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Fekitoa to steamroll Reds

Malakai Fekitoa can use the Highlanders' game against the Reds in Dunedin to show he is immune to second-season syndrome, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Rebels must repel Kuridrani threat

Hard-running Brumbies centre Tevita Kuridrani will pose a serious attacking threat to the Rebels in Melbourne on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Red-hot Lowe to test Saders’ defence

Chiefs wing James Lowe will look to continue his good run of form against the Crusaders at Waikato Stadium on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Six Nations preview (Round 3)

Sunday's Six Nations meeting between England and Ireland will go a long way in deciding where the trophy will reside for the next year, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

England change two for decider

Stuart Lancaster has made two changes to the England backline ahead of their Six Nations clash with Ireland in Dublin on Sunday.

Paige gets Bulls No 9 jersey

Scrumhalf Rudy Paige will start his first Vodacom Super Rugby match for the Bulls against the Sharks at Loftus on Saturday.

Blues bring in All Blacks duo

Charlie Faumuina and Patrick Tuipulotu will make their first starts of the season for the Blues against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Friday.

Sonny Bill bolsters Chiefs

The Chiefs have made 11 changes to their starting XV for Saturday's match against the Crusaders in Hamilton, including four positional switches.

Force start Saffa flank

Brynard Stander will make his first start of the season for the Force against the Hurricanes in Perth on Friday.