Lions must neutralise McKenzie

The Lions' kicking game and defence will be under scrutiny when they front the Chiefs at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lood has Stormers in sights

Cheetahs lineout kingpin Lood de Jager hopes to make a statement when he faces the much-vaunted Stormers second row of Eben Etzebeth and Pieter-Steph du Toit on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

More pain in the post for Boks

The infighting and indecision at SA Rugby will limit the progress of the Springboks in 2016, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Stormers strike biggest blow

The Stormers’ bonus-point win against the Bulls was the most significant result in the combined African group in round one, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Fleck lauds set-piece success

Robbie Fleck says the Stormers’ dominant performance at the set pieces and on defence bodes well for the rest of the season. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Du Preez puts boot into Bulls

Robert du Preez scored 23 points in the Stormers’ 33-9 win against the Bulls at Newlands on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI.

Chiefs outgun Crusaders

The Chiefs finished strongly to beat the Crusaders 27-21 in Christchurch on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Jaguares complete stunning comeback

The Jaguares fought back from a 24-3 deficit to beat the Cheetahs 34-33 and claim a monumental win on Super Rugby debut. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Blues shock Highlanders

The Blues began their season with a bang when they beat the 2015 champions 33-31 in Auckland on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Stormers locks hold key

Springbok locks Eben Etzebeth and Pieter-Steph du Toit will power the Stormers to an important victory over the Bulls at Newlands on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.