Lions coach Johan Ackermann makes a case for starting underdogs against the Hurricanes.

Beauden Barrett's grandmother still leads him when it comes to hole-in-ones.

Dane Coles is back in the Hurricanes' No 2 jersey for the first time since March 18.

Wallabies prop Toby Smith is returning to New Zealand after signing with the Hurricanes.

We look at the key individual battles that could determine the Crusaders-Chiefs semifinal

When it comes to goal-kicking options, the Hurricanes look to be covered.

Johan Ackermann has steadily moulded the Lions into the premium side in South Africa.

"It was a really disappointing season and nobody would hide from that," said Bill Pulver.

The Chiefs are confident they have the personnel and blueprint to upset the Crusaders.

Patrick Elia is the new generation of young rugby player and has both codes chasing him.

Beauden Barrett is on target ahead of Sunday's Super Rugby semifinal against the Lions.

Ben Smith's original sabbatical plans have been revised after the Super Rugby season.

Rennie's men want to shock Crusaders with "a couple of little things" in Super semifinal.

Super Rugby's excuse for not having neutral officials is poor, writes Liam Napier.

Things are about to get real for the Lions of Johannesburg.

It's set to snow in Christchurch on the eve of Saturday's Super Rugby semifinal.

The Crusaders certainly have history on their side going into this week's semifinals.

Super Rugby's issues were laid bare last weekend with disappointing crowds.

The Hurricanes will need to improve on their performance against the Brumbies on Friday.

McKenzie looms as a key threat the Crusaders must nullify in their semifinal.

Coach Dave Rennie can't speak highly enough of veteran Chiefs back Stephen Donald.

Jeff Wilson says the quarter between Highlanders and Crusaders should have been postponed

Both the Chiefs and Hurricanes have history against them in their semifinal match-ups.

Chiefs must amend whatever mistakes they made after their victory against Stormers in 2016

COMMENT: The Brumbies are an established franchise but, frankly, where is their support?

The travel factor will play a huge part in preparation, and, potentially performance.

The Crusaders took a grip on the game last night and never relented.

New Zealand rugby's cream continues to rise.

Dave Rennie's era at the Chiefs will last another week after his side saw off the Stormers

The Hurricanes' attacking firepower is keeping the title defence alive.