Friday:
Blues v Highlanders (8.35am)
The Blues last beat the Highlanders back in 2016.
And it doesn’t look like they will be breaking that drought any time soon.
With Sonny Bill Williams sitting out this match, it will be up to veteran Ma’a Nonu to provide the spark in the midfield if the struggling Blues want the win.
Saturday:
Waratahs v Crusaders (10.45am)
Even after opting not to play last weekend’s match against the Highlanders following the terrorist attacks in Christchurch, the Crusaders are still at the top of the overall log.
At home, the Tahs won't make it easy for them. But they should take home the bacon.
Sunwolves v Lions (12.55pm)
The Lions travelled to Singapore with a number of their players sidelined.
With rumours that the Sunwolves might be axed from Super Rugby gaining momentum, the Japan outfit will be out to prove a point.
Bulls v Chiefs (3.05pm)
The Chiefs have not yet won a single match to date this term.
But they have been on the up, playing to a 23-23 draw against the Hurricanes last weekend.
Facing the Bulls at Loftus, though, will be tough.
The South Africans should bag the win in this match.
Sharks v Rebels (5.15pm)
Having been blown to pieces by referee Egon Seconds in their last match against the Lions, the Rebels would have worked hard on their discipline throughout the week.
True to their name, the Rebels conceded 20 penalties to one in that encounter.
If they can stay on the right side of the whistle this weekend, they can win this game.
Sunday:
Reds v Brumbies (7.05am)
Bottom of the log in the Aussie Conference, the Reds aren't expected to beat the Brumbies.