Jon Cardinelli

Jon Cardinelli

Bulls end drought in style

The Bulls smashed the Force 42-20 in Perth on Friday to claim their first win in Australia since 2012. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Tahs to test Stormers’ mettle

The Waratahs boast a well-balanced 23 and will test the Stormers' resolve in the final stages of the match at Newlands on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bulls to end drought Down Under

Lappies Labuschagne and his forwards will need to front for the Bulls to beat the Force and secure their first win in Australia since 2012, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Stormers’ quality in question

Exposure to the New Zealand sides during the conference stage will improve the Lions' and even the Sharks' chances of succeeding in the playoffs, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lions purr, Crusaders roar

Ruan Combrinck and the Lions racked up some impressive numbers in round nine, but the Crusaders were a class apart, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Rebels tame Cheetahs

Reece Hodge scored a brace as the Rebels thumped the Cheetahs 36-14 in Melbourne. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Sharks deny Highlanders

The Sharks hung on for a 15-14 win against a determined 14-man Highlanders side in Dunedin on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Stormers to stop Red tide

The Stormers defence will be tested when they host the Reds on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Sharks need to nullify Smith

Ben Smith's return will boost the Highlanders' attack and ultimately their chances of a big win against the Sharks in Dunedin on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.