The TOTW has players from just six teams this week and is dominated by Crusaders, Highlanders and Brumbies after some key results locked in the four home quarter-finalist but left eight teams fighting for the final four spots.
Australian flanker David Pocock has announced his Super Rugby career is over so now is an opportune time to assess the merits of the premier flankers over the past few seasons.
While some teams will rely on tactical pressure, others will look to brute strength when it comes to forcing turnovers, but one thing remains the same – the importance of controlling possession.
The TOTW has players from seven teams following two away wins as Crusaders, Jaguares, Rebels, Brumbies and Sharks all won to strengthen their push for the Finals ....
It is reasonable to expect the team with the feed at the scrum, or the throw at the lineout, will secure possession but who are the best at disrupting such expectations...
A team launching a second-half comeback to win when all hope seems lost makes for enthralling Super Rugby viewing.... All it takes is one missed tackle, one burst through the defence and fortunes can quickly turn.
The TOTW has representatives from 8 of the teams following another action packed round that saw two draws and five home wins as away teams struggled on the road.
