Any hopes that the injured Caelan Doris had of making it back to fitness in time for the British and Irish Lions tour have been quashed following an update from Leinster on Monday.
Bulls boss Jake White has confirmed they are taking a cautious approach as Springbok prop Gerhard Steenekamp continues his recovery from complications following a knee injury.
Johan Goosen's turbulent career could be nearing its conclusion after the Bulls flyhalf suffered another concerning knee injury during the United Rugby Championship Round 17 clash against Cardiff.
Bulls head coach Jake White says consistent player rotation has been a crucial factor in his side's strong United Rugby Championship campaign, following a 45-21 win over Cardiff at Loftus Versfeld.
Scarlets defeated the Lions 32-19 in Johannesburg on Saturday, ending the Gauteng outfit's slim hopes of securing a URC playoff spot.
Sharks head coach John Plumtree has provided a welcome update on Eben Etzebeth's condition after the Springbok great suffered a knee injury on Friday.