Preview: Crusaders vs Hurricanes

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the Super Rugby semi-final in Christchurch on Saturday.

‘Lions must be switched on defensively’

Warren Whiteley says the Lions will need to be wary of the attacking threats posed by a Waratahs side that is expected to keep ball in hand this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Top 20 schools rankings (25 July)

Paarl Gim and Oakdale have both climbed in the Rugby365 Top 20 schools rankings after big victories over Cape rivals on the weekend.

Hurricanes set for All Blacks boost

All Blacks flank Ardie Savea may make his return for the Hurricanes in the semi-final against the Crusaders if he passes a fitness test this week.

Moody returns for Crusaders

All Blacks prop Joe Moody has recovered from a knee injury and will start for the Crusaders against the Hurricanes in the semi-final in Christchurch.

Super Rugby teams (Semi-finals)

This weekend’s Super Rugby lineups as they are announced.

Mvovo called up to Bok camp

Lwazi Mvovo is one of eight Sharks players added to the Springbok training squad in Stellenbosch.

Waratahs wary of Marx

Prop Tom Robertson has highlighted the threat of Malcolm Marx ahead of the Super Rugby semi-final between the Waratahs and Lions on Saturday. 

Neutral referees for Super Rugby semis

New Zealander Glen Jackson will referee the Super Rugby semi-final between the Lions and Waratahs at Ellis Park on Saturday.

‘Waratahs won’t keep up with Lions’

Johan Ackermann has backed the Lions to beat the Waratahs at Ellis Park on Saturday to reach a third consecutive Super Rugby final.