Solitary change for Boks

JP Pietersen replaces Lwazi Mvovo on the wing in the only change to the Springboks’ starting lineup for their quarter-final clash against Wales at Twickenham on Saturday.

Du Plessis back for Blue Bulls

Jacques du Plessis will return to start at lock in the Vodacom Blue Bulls’ semi-final against Western Province at Loftus.

Ireland rise in rankings

Ireland have moved up to third place in the World Rugby rankings after their 24-9 victory over France in Cardiff.

Believe in the brothers

Bismarck and Jannie du Plessis deserve to have the Boks’ full backing during the World Cup knockout stage, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Injury boosts for Western Province

Rynhardt Elstadt, Jano Vermaak, Johnny Kotze, Seabelo Senatla and Cheslin Kolbe are available for Western Province's semi-final at Loftus.

Sharks offer no excuses

The Sharks have pledged to turn their fortunes around in 2016 after suffering the humiliation of failing to progress to the Currie Cup play-offs.

Injury-hit Ireland flay France

Rob Kearney and Conor Murray scored second-half tries as Ireland secured an invaluable 24-9 win over France in Cardiff on Sunday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Cheetahs knock Sharks out

The Cheetahs scored two tries in the final five minutes to snatch a 34-34 draw against the Sharks in Bloemfontein and book a place in the Currie Cup semi-finals. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

All Blacks too good for Tonga

Nehe Milner-Skudder scored a brace of tries as the All Blacks wore down a tenacious Tongan side to clinch a 47-9 win at St James’ Park on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Fred must fire for France

Frédéric Michalak will need to produce one of his mercurial performances if France are to overcome Ireland in Cardiff on Sunday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.