Boks aim to sort out scrum
The Springboks will focus on the technical aspects of scrumming over the next couple of days, according to forwards coach Johann van Graan.
Wallabies bench Beale
Bernard Foley will start at flyhalf for the Wallabies against the Springboks in Perth on Saturday.
Barrett to get rare start
Beauden Barrett will start at flyhalf for the All Blacks against Argentina in Napier on Saturday after Aaron Cruden was ruled out with a chest injury.
All Blacks snubbed for advert
The New Zealand Rugby Union has confirmed the All Blacks were not asked to appear in a World Cup advertisement.
Whitehead boost for Kings
Tim Whitehead has recovered from a knee injury and will start for the EP Kings against Western Province this Friday.
Boks to target Wallabies lineout
Springbok assistant coach John McFarland says they will use the lineout in a bid to gain the ascendancy against the Wallabies in Perth on Saturday.
Sharks short on fit locks
Sharks lock JC Astle has been ruled out for three weeks, while Etienne Oosthuizen remains doubtful for Saturday's match against Griquas in Durban.
Bulls lose Kriel
Blue Bulls fullback Jesse Kriel has been ruled out for two weeks with an ankle injury.
Senatla out of Kings clash
Justin Geduld is in line to replace fellow sevens star Seabelo Senatla for Western Province's match against the EP Kings at Newlands on Friday.
Injuries disrupted Sharks pack
Sharks coach Brad Macleod-Henderson says injuries up front helped contribute to their downfall against the Pumas.
