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Armand powers Chiefs into final

SARugbymag.co.za looks at the past weekend’s English Premiership, Top 14 and Pro14 semi-finals involving South African players.

Bulls, WP claim important wins

The Blue Bulls claimed a last-minute 27-20 win against the Golden Lions XV in Oudsthoorn, while there were also wins for Western Province, the Free State XV, Griquas, Boland Cavaliers and Pumas in round five of the Provincial Rugby Challenge.

Exeter set up Sarries showdown

Don Armand scored a try as the Exeter Chiefs beat the Newcastle Falcons 36-5 at Sandy Park to progress to the English Premiership final.

Paul Roos hammer Boishaai

Paul Roos claimed their first win over Paarl Boys’ High in three years with a record 44-8 victory in Stellenbosch on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Grey secure dramatic victory

Grey College scored two tries in the final five minutes to beat Affies 39-28 in Pretoria on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Clinical Scarlets into Pro14 final

The Scarlets beat the Glasgow Warriors 28-13 in their Pro14 semi-final in Glasgow on Friday.

Sharks change three for Chiefs

Sharks coach Robert du Preez has made three changes to his starting lineup to face the Chiefs in Durban on Saturday.

SA Rugby streamlines Currie Cup

SA Rugby has reduced the number of matches in the 2018 Currie Cup with the aim of increasing the interest in South Africa’s premier domestic tournament.

Free State survive Griquas fightback

The Free State XV edged Griquas 32-31, while there were also wins for the Pumas, Sharks XV, Border Bulldogs, Boland Cavaliers and Golden Lions XV in the Provincial Rugby Challenge.