Laulala replaces suspended Franks
The Crusaders have made three changes to their starting lineup for Saturday's match against the Chiefs in Hamilton.
O’Connor starts at last for Reds
James O'Connor will finally make his Reds debut after being given the No 10 jersey for their match against the Highlanders in Dunedin on Friday.
Stirzaker back for Rebels
The inclusion of Nic Stirzaker is the only change to the Rebels' starting lineup for Saturday's match against the Brumbies.
Moore to lead Brumbies into battle
Wallabies hooker Stephen Moore returns to captain the Brumbies against the Rebels in Melbourne on Saturday.
Highlanders bank on Marty
Marty Banks will make his Highlanders debut against the Reds in Dunedin on Friday.
Cheetahs call on Cornal
Cornal Hendricks will start on the wing in one of two changes to the Cheetahs side for the match against the Blues in Bloemfontein on Friday.
Highlights: Tuks vs Maties (2015)
The hosts scored seven tries to claim a comprehensive 53-8 win in Pretoria.
Highlights: CUT vs Shimlas (2015)
The visitors scored nine tries to win 57-0 in Bloemfontein.
Change at 10 for Scots
Peter Horne will replace the suspended Finn Russell in one of four changes to the Scotland side to face Italy in Edinburgh on Saturday.
Parra earns France recall
Morgan Parra returns for France in one of five changes to the side for the Six Nations clash with Wales on Saturday.
