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

Chiefs lay down gauntlet

Two tries from prop Ben Tameifuna helped the Chiefs to a 32-20 victory over the Blues in New Plymouth on Friday.

Genia needs to find form

Will Genia will need to rediscover his former-glories if the Reds are to get anything out of their match with the Crusaders in Brisbane on Sunday.

Goosen faces Force test

Cheetahs flyhalf Johan Goosen will be aiming for a convincing display against the Force in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Steyn to sink Brumbies

Frans Steyn's goal-kicking should earn the Sharks a narrow but important win in Canberra this Saturday.

Lions need some Boshoff magic

Marnitz Boshoff must maintain his excellent goal-kicking form if the Lions are to beat the Highlanders in Dunedin.

Canes bank on Barrett

Beauden Barrett will need to be at his best if the Hurricanes are to pick up a first win over the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday.

Piutau to punish Chiefs

Blues fullback Charles Piutau will be looking to stake his claim for the All Blacks No 15 jersey when the Blues face the Chiefs in New Plymouth on Friday.

Reinach returns for Sharks

Director of rugby Jake White has made three changes to the Sharks starting XV as they prepare to face the Brumbies in Canberra on Saturday.