Bulls set for season of struggle

Victor Matfield's return alone won't be enough to ensure the Bulls are in the conversation for the title. Their poor succession planning will undermine their Super Rugby cause, writes RYAN VREDE. 

Japan could boost Burger

The fear of losing top South African players to Japan is irrational, writes RYAN VREDE. 

Sterile Stormers need intervention

The Stormers' success will be built on attacking improvement. Ominously for their supporters, that looks to be beyond their coaching staff, writes RYAN VREDE. 

Five Aussie backs to watch

RYAN VREDE looks at the backline men who could play an important role in the 2014 Super Rugby tournament.

Five Aussie forwards to watch

RYAN VREDE looks at the big men who could play an important role in the 2014 Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Greatness beckons

Stormers and Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth became even better in 2013, writes RYAN VREDE.