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Brodie’s return boosts Chiefs

All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick will make a welcome return for the Chiefs against the Reds in Brisbane on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

The Hurricanes' returning flyhalf Beauden Barrett's class could be the difference against the Highlanders in Napier on Friday, writes RYAN VREDE.

An accurate kicking display by flyhalf Christian Lealiifano could steer the Brumbies past the Force in Perth on Friday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Lionel Mapoe's knee injury has forced the Lions to change their midfield for the match against the Stormers at Newlands.

Jacques Potgieter will start at openside flank for the Waratahs against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Ash Dixon will captain the Highlanders against the Hurricanes in Napier on Friday.

Brodie Retallick and Liam Messam have returned to the Chiefs starting lineup for Saturday's clash with the Reds in Brisbane.

The Rebels have made four changes for Saturday's game against the Vodacom Bulls in Melbourne.

The Crusaders have made three changes to their pack for Saturday's match against the Blues in Auckland.

The Blues have named an inexperienced team for their match against the Crusaders in Auckland on Saturday.