Ryan Vrede

Waratahs whack Cheetahs

The Waratahs smashed the Cheetahs 58-33 to keep themselves in the hunt for a home semi-final. RYAN VREDE reports.

Brumbies book play-off place

The Brumbies secured a 33-20 bonus-point victory over the Force in Perth to ensure a top-six finish. RYAN VREDE reports. 

Folau to flog sloppy Cheetahs

Israel Folau's game-breaking ability could expose a weak Cheetahs defence in Bloemfontein and maintain the Waratahs' home semi-final hopes, writes RYAN VREDE.

Barrett to control Kiwi clash

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

Du Preez still Boks’ best

No South African scrumhalf has played consistently well enough to unseat Fourie du Preez as the Springboks' premier No 9 for a demanding 2015 Test season, writes RYAN VREDE.

Serfontein needs strong finish

Jan Serfontein's immediate Test future will be decided by how he finishes this Vodacom Super Rugby campaign, writes RYAN VREDE.

Stormers need complete overhaul

Yet another season is passing for the Stormers with no signs of progression. They are a franchise in crisis, writes RYAN VREDE.