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

Sharks seek to keep key duo

The Sharks have said they will do everything in their power to retain the services of Cobus Reinach and Etienne Oosthuizen, who have been linked to overseas clubs.

Cubelli setback for Brumbies

Brumbies scrumhalf Tomás Cubelli is set to miss the start of the Super Rugby season after suffering a knee injury in Saturday's warm-up match against the Waratahs.

Force stroll past Rebels

The Force claimed a comfortable 27-5 win against the Rebels in a trail match on the Gold Coast on Monday.

Stormers turn attention to Lions

Stormers coach Robbie Fleck says he is excited to measure the progress of his players when they come up against the Lions at Newlands on Saturday.

Stormers steam past Eagles

The Stormers scored nine tries in their 57-14 win against SWD Eagles in George on Saturday.

Lions tame Barbarians

The Lions scored seven tries in their 49-19 win against the SupaBarbarians at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Border make Kings sweat

The Southern Kings scored four tries to beat the Border Bulldogs 28-10 in a pre-season friendly in East London on Saturday.

Waratahs whack Brumbies

The Waratahs scored nine tries to beat the Brumbies 53-17 in a 90-minute pre-season match in Mudgee on Saturday.