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

Joubert to blow decider

South Africa's Craig Joubert will take charge of the Super Rugby final between the Waratahs and Crusaders in Sydney.

Tahs set up Saders showdown

The Waratahs will host the Super Rugby final after beating the Brumbies 26-8 in Sydney, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Kieran Read interview

The Crusaders captain on the importance of a week's rest and big-game experience, the return of Richie McCaw, and their loss to the Sharks earlier in the season.

White: Do away with play-offs

Sharks director of rugby Jake White has questioned whether the current Super Rugby format favours the home teams in the knockout stages.

Bismarck to lead Sharks’ crusade

The Sharks need their best player and captain to fire if they're to defy the odds and win the semi-final in Christchurch, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Folau to take Tahs to the brink

Israel Folau will prove the difference between the two teams when the Waratahs take on the Brumbies in Saturday's semi-final in Sydney, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Brumbies unchanged for Tahs

The Brumbies have named an unchanged team for their semi-final clash with the Waratahs in Sydney.

McCaw starts for Saders

Richie McCaw will start at blindside flank in one of two changes to the Crusaders' starting XV for their semi-final against the Sharks in Christchurch.