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

Du Preez puts boot into Bulls

Robert du Preez scored 23 points in the Stormers’ 33-9 win against the Bulls at Newlands on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI.

Sharks overpower Kings

The Sharks scored 28 unanswered points in the second half to secure a 43-8 bonus-point win over the Kings on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Sunwolves make Lions sweat

The Lions claimed a 26-13 bonus-point win against the Sunwolves in Tokyo on Saturday, reports SIMON BORCHARDT.

Chiefs outgun Crusaders

The Chiefs finished strongly to beat the Crusaders 27-21 in Christchurch on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Waratahs make winning start

The Waratahs recorded a 30-10 bonus-point win against the Reds in Sydney. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Rebels edge Force

Debutant Reece Hodge scored 20 points as the Rebels beat the Force 25-19 in Perth on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.