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

Reds bolster backline

Anthony Fainga'a and Chris Feauai-Sautia will start for the Reds against the Brumbies this Friday.

Matfield back for Bulls

Victor Matfield has been pushed back into the Bulls starting side following injuries to key players.

Chiefs lose All Blacks flyhalf

All Blacks and Chiefs No 10 Aaron Cruden has broken his thumb and will be sidelined for six to eight weeks.

Waratahs compound Stormers’ woes

The Waratahs beat the Stormers 22-11 at Newlands to hand the Cape franchise their fifth consecutive defeat, reports JON CARDINELLI.

Sorry Saders lash Lions

The Crusaders scored three tries to beat the Lions 28-7 at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.