Bismarck gets four-week ban

Sharks captain Bismarck du Plessis will sit out the next month of Vodacom Super Rugby after pleading guilty to kicking Chiefs No 8 Michael Leitch in the head.

Du Plessis is no captain

Bismarck du Plessis, with an act of petulance against the Chiefs, showed once again that he isn't captaincy material, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Jean aims for July return

Jean de Villiers's amazing recovery from a knee injury could see him back for the Rugby Championship.

Lambie’s boot punishes Chiefs

It was a night of disgrace and delight for the Sharks as they edged the Chiefs 12-11 in an ugly representation of southern hemisphere rugby, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Pollard spares Bulls’ blushes

A 79th-minute penalty from Handré Pollard saved the Vodacom Bulls from a surprise home defeat as they edged the struggling Force 25-24 at Loftus on Saturday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Dan destroys Cheetahs

Dan Carter scored 27 points as the Crusaders secured a 57-14 win over the Cheetahs in Christchurch on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Mapoe snatches late winner

Lionel Mapoe scored a 78th-minute try to give the Lions a 20-16 win against the Rebels in Melbourne. JON CARDINELLI reports.