Bernard Foley was the driving force as the Waratahs fought back from a big half-time deficit to beat the Highlanders.
The last two champions of Super Rugby will meet in the semi-finals after the Crusaders made light work of the Sharks.
Either the Crusaders or the Sharks will be the semi-final opponents for the Hurricanes after they saw off the Chiefs in the last eight.
After announcing his retirement from rugby, Sam Warburton has found the messages of support "overwhelming".
Sam Warburton was expected to return from injury but his retirement on Wednesday made him just the latest star to announce a shock decision.
Sam Warburton's retirement from rugby brought a strong response on social media, with Gareth Bale among those to wish him well.
Northampton Saints and Leicester Tigers have moved their Premiership game on October 6 in aid of Rob Horne.
Following Sam Warburton's shock retirement, we recap his sublime career with Opta statistics.
Sam Warburton announced his shock retirement on Wednesday, prompting Warren Gatland to laud the "outstanding" rugby star.
Wales great Sam Warburton, 29, has retired from rugby after admitting "my body is unable to give me back what I had hoped for".
An independent disciplinary committee upheld EPCR complaints against Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal and the French club.
Lions scrum half Nic Groom has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. The 28 year old will be undergoing surgery after...
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The Reds are reportedly interested in poaching Israel Folau from the Waratahs, and the Australia star admits he has a decision to make.
Amanaki Mafi and Lopeti Timani both look set to depart the Rebels after they were fined following an incident between the pair.
The Rebels' Amanaki Mafi has been released on bail after an alleged altercation with team-mate Lopeti Timani.
Amanaki Mafi is due to appear in court on Monday after an alleged altercation with Rebels team-mate Lopeti Timani in Dunedin.