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

SA supports Singapore bid

Saru wants the 18th Super Rugby franchise to be based in Singapore due to travel concerns, while Australia is pushing for Japan's inclusion.

Lambie on Sharks bench

Frans Steyn has retained the Sharks No 10 jersey for their play-off qualifier against the Highlanders in Durban on Saturday with Pat Lambie among the substitutes.

Smith boost for Highlanders

Ben Smith has recovered from a leg infection and will start for the Highlanders against the Sharks this Saturday.

Toomua to trouble Chiefs

Brumbies flyhalf Matt Toomua will pose the greatest threat to the Chiefs in the first play-off qualifier in Canberra on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Brumbies change two, Chiefs one

Robbie Coleman will start on the left wing for the Brumbies in their play-off qualifier against the Chiefs in Canberra on Saturday.

Sharks won’t make same mistakes

The Sharks' kicking game and defence will determine whether they beat the Highlanders in Saturday's qualifier play-off, according to scrumhalf Charl McLeod.

Nonu heads back to Hurricanes

Ma'a Nonu will play for the Hurricanes next year after activating the out-clause in his Blues contract.