Red-hot Lowe to test Saders’ defence

Chiefs wing James Lowe will look to continue his good run of form against the Crusaders at Waikato Stadium on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Community Cup preview (Round 2)

Two traditional rivals with a combined 267 years of history will meet on Saturday when Hamiltons host Wanderers.

Paige gets Bulls No 9 jersey

Scrumhalf Rudy Paige will start his first Vodacom Super Rugby match for the Bulls against the Sharks at Loftus on Saturday.

Blues bring in All Blacks duo

Charlie Faumuina and Patrick Tuipulotu will make their first starts of the season for the Blues against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Friday.

Sonny Bill bolsters Chiefs

The Chiefs have made 11 changes to their starting XV for Saturday's match against the Crusaders in Hamilton, including four positional switches.

Laulala replaces suspended Franks

The Crusaders have made three changes to their starting lineup for Saturday's match against the Chiefs in Hamilton.

O’Connor starts at last for Reds

James O'Connor will finally make his Reds debut after being given the No 10 jersey for their match against the Highlanders in Dunedin on Friday.

Highlanders bank on Marty

Marty Banks will make his Highlanders debut against the Reds in Dunedin on Friday.

Highlights: Tuks vs Maties (2015)

The hosts scored seven tries to claim a comprehensive 53-8 win in Pretoria.

Highlights: CUT vs Shimlas (2015)

The visitors scored nine tries to win 57-0 in Bloemfontein.