Lions need some Boshoff magic

Marnitz Boshoff must maintain his excellent goal-kicking form if the Lions are to beat the Highlanders in Dunedin.

Canes bank on Barrett

Beauden Barrett will need to be at his best if the Hurricanes are to pick up a first win over the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday.

Piutau to punish Chiefs

Blues fullback Charles Piutau will be looking to stake his claim for the All Blacks No 15 jersey when the Blues face the Chiefs in New Plymouth on Friday.

Reinach returns for Sharks

Director of rugby Jake White has made three changes to the Sharks starting XV as they prepare to face the Brumbies in Canberra on Saturday.

Blitzboks captain up for award

Kyle Brown has been listed as one of four nominees for the IRB Sevens World Player of the Year award.

Engelbrecht back for Bulls

Bulls coach Frans Ludeke has made just one change to his side for their match against the Stormers at Loftus on Saturday.

Stormers go with youth

Schalk Burger will lead a young team into battle against the Bulls at Loftus on Saturday.

Canes call on Ardie

The Hurricanes have made two changes for their match against the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday.