Folau the difference in combative and competitive opener – Schmidt
Ireland were beaten for the first time in over a year against Australia, but Joe Schmidt saw an experimental side as competitive.
Wales without prop Jones for Argentina Tests
Scarlets front-rower Rob Evans will start the first Test against the Pumas on Saturday after Wyn Jones was ruled out.
Cheika wary of confident Ireland
Ireland will expect to extend their winning run by another three matches in Australia, according to Wallabies coach Michael Cheika.
Ireland expecting ‘huge battle’ with Wallabies back row
Ireland skipper Peter O'Mahony expects Australia to provide the same tough test they usually do, resulting in a "huge battle".
Whitelock ready to face France after concussion lay-off
Sam Whitelock has been named in New Zealand's line-up to face France on Saturday, with the lock happy he is fully fit after a... Read more
Robertson replaces injured Alaalatoa in Wallabies side
Allan Alaalatoa was in the side to face Ireland at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane Saturday, however, he succumbed to an ankle knock.
Isiekwe ‘gamble’ paid off for England, says Jones
Nick Isiekwe was Eddie Jones' "project player" on tour last year, but now he is ready to start for England in Joe Launchbury's absence.
O’Driscoll urges Ireland to harness feel-good factor vs Wallabies
Ireland's last Test win in Australia came in 1979 but Brian O'Driscoll believes the Six Nations Grand Slam champions can down the Wallabies.
Shields set for first England cap as Launchbury misses out
Brad Shields will be one of two England debutants against South Africa, while injury keeps Joe Launchbury out.
Heidelberger were aware of Challenge Cup ownership rules, states EPCR
Heidelberger will not be able to compete in the European Challenge Cup next season due to an ownership rule EPCR insists they were aware... Read more
Three debutants as Springboks change entire XV for England clash
It is all change for South Africa, as Rassie Erasmus has selected a new XV for Saturday's game against England.
Nana Mary will be all over it! Barrett brothers ready to live out All Blacks ‘dream’
Beauden Barrett is looking forward to a "dream" moment as he lines up alongside his two brothers for New Zealand against France.
Paenga-Amosa and Timu to debut for Wallabies against experimental Ireland XV
Australia have two debutants in their XV for Saturday's clash with Ireland, who themselves have a new look for this tour.
Collazo appointed Toulon boss, Galthie stays on in youth role
Patrice Collazo is the new general manager of Toulon, but Fabien Galthie is not leaving the club.
Du Plessis and Steyn out of England series
The Springboks have been dealt a blow for their Test series with England, as Bismarck du Plessis and Frans Steyn will not feature.
South Africa tour in perspective for Youngs after sister-in-law’s cancer battle
England's tour of South Africa is something Ben Youngs is able to put into perspective after his sister-in-law's fight against cancer.