What we’ve learned

Five lessons from the 11th round of Super Rugby, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

Blues battle past gutsy Kings

Melani Nanai scored a brace of tries as the Blues ground out a 34-18 win over the Kings in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Kings enjoyed possession parity

The Kings’ greater appreciation for possession enabled them to remain competitive against the Blues on Saturday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Tahs cruise past Cheetahs

Bernard Foley scored 16 points as the Waratahs comfortably overcame the Cheetahs 21-6 in Sydney on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Cheetahs scrum let them down

The Cheetahs’ persistent scrum woes proved costly in their 21-6 defeat to the Waratahs on Saturday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Clinical Saders crush Reds

Jone Macilai scored a hat-trick of tries as the Crusaders secured a bonus-point 38-5 win over the Reds in Christchurch on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Saders’ defence too good for Reds

The Crusaders' defence laid the foundation for their 38-5 win over the Reds on Friday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

Sharks set for ‘toughest task’

Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold believes Saturday's clash against the Hurricanes will be the greatest challenge of their season to date, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Kings need to box clever

The Kings must rediscover their fighting spirit when they face the Blues in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Cheetahs forwards must step up

A new-look Cheetahs pack needs to do the business against the Waratahs on Saturday if they are to come away with something to show for their efforts in Australia, writes CRAIG LEWIS.