Hansen hails ‘special’ Barrett after phenomenal four-try fireworks
There was pre-Rugby Championship talk that Richie Mo'unga should start as New Zealand's 10 but Beauden Barrett will take some shifting.
Bledisloe Cup triumph not easy – Read
Beauden Barrett tormented Australia with a four-try masterclass as the All Blacks retained their firm grip on the Bledisloe Cup.
Hooper retains full belief in Australia despite All Blacks drubbing
After a thrashing at the hands of a Beauden Barrett-inspired New Zealand, Michael Hooper insisted Australia can turn their fortunes around.
Falcons prop Wilson forced to quit at 24
Scott Wilson said being forced to cut short his career is a "huge blow" but he will reflect fondly on representing Newcastle Falcons.
Read outlines All Blacks focus ahead of Bledisloe II
The All Blacks are overwhelming favourites to wrap up another Bledisloe Cup, but Kieran Read knows they must remain fully focused.
Clermont stalwart Fofana signs four-year contract extension
Wesley Fofana has been at Clermont Auvergne since 2008 and is now set to remain at the club beyond his 35th birthday.
Sonny Bill Williams rules out NRL return, targets 2019 World Cup
Asked if he was likely to return to rugby league, Sonny Bill Williams said: "I can't believe these kinds of rumours still float around."
Cheika not feeling the heat, says Wallabies captain Hooper
The heat is on Michael Cheika amid just one win in six matches, not that he is showing it according to Michael Hooper.
Ashton banned for seven weeks
England wing Chris Ashton's red card for Sale Sharks has landed him with a seven-week ban.
Pumas pick lock Lavanini to face Springboks
Despite defeat in their Rugby Championship opener, head coach Mario Ledesma has made just one change for Saturday's Test in Mendoza.
The Breakdown: A statistical look at round two of the Rugby Championship
We take a look at the stats behind the second round of fixtures in the 2018 Rugby Championship, as Australia travel to New Zealand.
Parra just boot-iful, Savea’s scoring feats and finalists reunited – Top 14 in Opta numbers
Ahead of the opening round of fixtures in the 2018-19 season, we pick out some of the best statistics surrounding the Top 14.
Mostert returns as Springboks prepare for physical Pumas
South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus has made just one change for Saturday's game against Argentina, with Franco Mostert recalled.
Cheika rubbishes Hansen’s Whitelock disrespect claim
Michael Cheika says it is "a little bit of a stretch" for opposite number Steve Hansen to claim Australia lacked respect in Sydney.
Under-fire Cheika picks Alaalatoa and Sio
Two players could make their Australia debuts against New Zealand in Auckland as Michael Cheika responds to a limp defeat in Sydney.
All Blacks would welcome Ponga code switch, says Hansen
Were Kalyn Ponga to leave rugby league for rugby union, New Zealand would be likely to consider selecting him, Steve Hansen has said.