Super Rugby

The latest news and videos from the southern-hemisphere tournament involving teams from South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina and Japan

Stormers locks hold key

Springbok locks Eben Etzebeth and Pieter-Steph du Toit will power the Stormers to an important victory over the Bulls at Newlands on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Jantjies to jol in Japan

Elton Jantjies will play an important attacking role for the Lions against the Sunwolves in Tokyo on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Cruden comeback to boost Chiefs

The return of All Blacks flyhalf Aaron Cruden should inspire the Chiefs to victory over the Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Beale will spark Tahs’ attack

The Reds will have to shut down Kurtley Beale if they are to have any chance of beating the Waratahs in Sydney on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Brumbies’ defence to test Canes

Defence could determine the result of Friday's Super Rugby match between the Brumbies and Hurricanes in Canberra, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Naholo to nail Blues

The Highlanders' back three will test the Blues' defence in Auckland on Friday,  writes JON CARDINELLI.

Rebels rookie can raze Force

Twenty-year-old winger Reece Hodge will be aiming to make a lasting impression in his first Super Rugby match for the Rebels against the Force in Perth on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.