Farrell talks up Hartley’s England captaincy credentials

Dylan Hartley has been called a "brilliant captain" by Owen Farrell, who led England in the hooker's absence during the South Africa tour.

Springboks’ performance ‘unacceptable’ – Erasmus

South Africa fell well below the standard expected by coach Rassie Erasmus in their defeat to Argentina on Saturday.

Russell shines for Racing as Clermont start new Top 14 season in style

Clermont Auvergne ran hot at the start of the new Top 14 season as the two promoted sides came up short in their opening... Read more

Pumas hold off sloppy Springboks to end home drought

South Africa's second-half fightback came up short as Argentina caused a surprise in the second round of the Rugby Championship.

Defiant Cheika not concerned over Wallabies job

Michael Cheika was not impressed when asked about his future following Australia's crushing defeat to the All Blacks at Eden Park.

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.