
Australia flanker Rocky Elsom has agreed to join the Brumbies after signing a two-year deal with the ARU.

The Super 14 will become the Super 15 from 2011, with a new-look three conference calendar stretching the season to 24 weeks.

Stephen Donald was the hero as the Chiefs secured the win they needed against the Brumbies to earn a first home Super 14 semi-final.

The South African, New Zealand and Australian rugby unions have agreed to renew their partnership.

The Chiefs are at full strength for their clash with the Brumbies on Friday.

Gene Fairbanks is a major doubt for the Brumbies' must-win match against the Waikato Chiefs, while Mitchell Chapman has been ruled out.

Pictures from the British and Irish Lions victory in the third and final Test in Johannesburg.
The British and Irish Lions take time out to go on safari ahead of the third test against South Africa.
Pictures from an enthralling second Test between the British and Irish Lions and South Africa.
It's win or bust for the Lions but before they head to Pretoria, there was some last-minute training.
Pictures from the British and Irish Lions victory in the third and final Test in Johannesburg.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Waratahs | 13 | 41 |
| 6 | Sharks | 13 | 38 |
| 7 | Brumbies | 13 | 38 |
| 8 | Western Force | 13 | 36 |
| 9 | Blues | 13 | 32 |
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