Super Rugby

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

Crusaders pile pressure on Sharks

The Crusaders beat the Highlanders 34-8 on Saturday to clinch the Kiwi conference title and strengthen their claim for a home semi-final. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Bulls finish on a high

The Bulls smashed the Rebels 40-7 at Loftus on Friday night to finish the Super Rugby season with an unbeaten home record. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Brumbies dash Force dream

The Brumbies qualified for the Super Rugby play-offs at the Force's expense with a 47-25 win in Canberra on Friday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Chiefs sneak into play-offs

The defending champion Chiefs secured their place in the play-offs with an 11-8 win over the Blues at a wet Eden Park on Friday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Bismarck the man for Sharks

Sharks captain Bismarck du Plessis will lend his team an edge at the set pieces and breakdowns in a season-defining fixture at Newlands, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Hougaard will run Rebels ragged

Francois Hougaard will ensure the Bulls finish their Super Rugby campaign on a positive note with a win against the Rebels at Loftus on Friday night. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.