Stormers’ hopes hinge on Duane

Duane Vermeulen's physicality and leadership could be the difference when the Stormers host the Sharks at Newlands this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Folau to compound Reds’ misery

Israel Folau will lead the Waratahs to victory in the Australian derby in Brisbane this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

High hopes for Steyn

A fitter, on-form Frans Steyn will add great value to the Sharks and Springboks in 2015, writes JON CARDINELLI.

De Allende delivers big statement

South Africa’s form centre Damian de Allende continues to give Heyneke Meyer food for thought in the buildup to the 2015 World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Canes cruise to top spot

The Hurricanes recorded their third successive win when they beat the Force 42-13 in Perth on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Catrakilis key for Stormers

The goal-kicking and game management of Demetri Catrakilis will shape the outcome of the South African derby at Ellis Park, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Barrett to cane Force

Beauden Barrett's all-round game will allow the Hurricanes to record their third consecutive win, in Perth this Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Roux: Unions back transformation plan

Saru CEO Jurie Roux says the provincial unions will play their part in developing more black players in the buildup to 2019. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Bulls pack has point to prove

The Vodacom Bulls must bounce back against the Sharks to avoid falling behind in the South African conference title race, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Stormers beat 14-man Blues

The Stormers eventually prevailed 27-16 against a depleted but plucky Blues outfit at Newlands, reports JON CARDINELLI.