The latest news and videos from the southern-hemisphere tournament involving teams from South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina and Japan

Tahs trample Rebels

The Waratahs keep on rolling towards the play-offs following their 41-19 triumph over the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Sharks strangle Blues

Brilliant defence earned the Sharks a massive 29-23 victory over the Blues on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Lions skipper must front Force

The Lions need Warren Whiteley to lead from the front if they are to finish their tour with a win against the Force in Perth on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Flip return will boost Bulls

Flip van der Merwe will resume his second-row partnership with Victor Matfield when the Bulls host the Brumbies on Friday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Cruden the game changer for Chiefs

Aaron Cruden will make his return for the Chiefs against the Hurricanes from the bench, and it couldn't come soon enough, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Dagg the danger for Highlanders

It may not have been a vintage season for Israel Dagg or the Crusaders, but both will trouble the Highlanders on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Horne to be wild

Rob Horne showed last week against the Lions just what a dangerous runner he can be, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Horwill in deep water

James Horwill will face a misconduct hearing for his comments made following the Reds' defeat to the Rebels.