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

Chiefs to run Reds ragged

The Chiefs will be aiming for a bonus-point win over the Reds in Brisbane on Friday to stay top of the New Zealand conference. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Highlanders’ All Blacks must fire

The Highlanders need a bonus-point win against the Jaguares in Buenos Aires on Saturday to stay in contention for a home quarter-final. TYRONE ENGEL reports.

Brumbies require rare Auckland win

The Brumbies need to beat the Blues at Eden Park on Friday to maintain their challenge for the Australian conference title, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Kriel reverts to 15

Jesse Kriel will start at fullback when the Bulls take on the Sunwolves at Loftus on Saturday.

Sharks remain without Lambie

Flyhalf Pat Lambie is set to miss another week of action due to the concussion he suffered in the Springboks’ first Test against Ireland on 11 June.