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

Chiefs’ attack to torture Tahs

The Chiefs will aim to strengthen their position at the top of the Australasian group when they take on the Waratahs in Sydney on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Brumbies must stop Sunwolves duo

Sunwolves No 8 Ed Quirk and winger Akihito Yamada will pose the biggest threat to the Brumbies' defence in Canberra on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Do-or-die derby for Rebels

The Rebels will be desperate to get back to winning ways when they meet the Force in Melbourne on Sunday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Boshoff back for Lions

Marnitz Boshoff has replaced the injured Elton Jantjies in one of seven changes to the Lions’ starting lineup for Saturday’s clash with the Bulls at Loftus.

Meyer at No 9 for Cheetahs

Tian Meyer will start at scrumhalf in the solitary change to the Cheetahs' starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Stormers at Newlands.

Du Preezs, April recommit to Sharks

Talented twins Dan and Jean-Luc du Preez, as well as flyhalf Garth April, have signed contract extensions to remain at the Sharks until the end of 2018.

Bulls make minimal changes

Bjorn Basson will start on the left wing in a solitary change to the Bulls' starting lineup for Saturday's clash with the Lions at Loftus.