Injury-hit Blues ring changes

Ihaia West will wear the Blues No 10 jersey against the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday.

Schatz returns for Reds

Jake Schatz will start at No 8 for the Reds against the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday.

Naiyaravoro back for Waratahs

Taqele Naiyaravoro will start on the right wing for the Waratahs against the Force in Perth on Saturday.

Mathewson on Force bench

Scrumhalf Alby Mathewson will return via the bench for the Force against the Waratahs in Perth on Saturday.

Geldenhuys to face Lions

Ross Geldenhuys has been named on the Highlanders bench for their match against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Harris ready to resume duties

Mike Harris has been passed fit to start at fullback for the Rebels against the Blues in Melbourne on Friday.

Stormers lineout targeted

The Brumbies plan to expose the Stormers’ shaky lineout in what will be a monumental clash at Newlands on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

‘We will make you proud again’

In an open letter to Sharks fans, CEO JOHN SMIT says the union will implement whatever changes are required to get the team back on track.

Richie returns for Crusaders

Richie McCaw will start on the bench for the Crusaders against the Reds in Christchurch on Friday.

Luatua to lead Blues

Steven Luatua has replaced the injured Jerome Kaino as Blues captain for the remainder of the season.