England 57-15 Ireland: Record win keeps Schmidt’s men from top spot
Ireland's hopes of moving to the top of the world rankings on Saturday were crushed by a brilliant England display at Twickenham.
Scotland beat France but injuries a concern for Townsend
Sam Skinner, Tommy Seymour and Blade Thomson were forced off as Scotland hit back to beat France a week after a heavy defeat.
Mallinder leaves England for ‘pivotal’ Scotland role
Despite being seen as a potential successor to Eddie Jones, Jim Mallinder is leaving his role with England for a job in Scotland.
Hooper expecting ‘dominant’ Pocock at Rugby World Cup
David Pocock has not played since March but Michael Hooper expects him to be key for Australia at the Rugby World Cup.
Rookie sensation Petaia named in Wallabies’ World Cup squad
Jordan Petaia, 19, is the only uncapped Australia player in Michael Cheika's squad for the showpiece event, which starts on September 20.
Ford and Farrell to start against Ireland
For the first time in over a year, George Ford and Owen Farrell will be in England's starting line-up when they face Ireland.
South Africa 24-18 Argentina: Springboks rely on Nkosi class to see off Pumas
Sbu Nkosi dazzled but South Africa were not at their best, earning a battling win against Argentina in their Rugby World Cup warm-up.
Cheika: Australia must take Bledisloe Cup blow on the chin
Australia were trounced at Eden Park but coach Michael Cheika trusts his players will put the defeat behind them and focus on the World... Read more
Wales 13-6 England: Wales top of the world as Biggar makes his point
George North scored the only try and Dan Biggar answered his critics in a 13-6 win over England that put Wales top of the... Read more
Kieran Read hails hard-working All Blacks after Bledisloe Cup triumph
New Zealand atoned for defeat in Perth by thrashing Australia 36-0 in Auckland to retain the Bledisloe Cup, pleasing captain Kieran Read.
New Zealand 36-0 Australia: All Blacks take revenge with thumping Auckland victory
New Zealand scored five tries in a clinical Bledisloe Cup victory over an Australia side who humbled them seven days earlier in Perth.
McConnochie’s England debut in doubt
England face a late injury concern ahead of their Rugby World Cup warm-up versus Wales, with Ruaridh McConnochie a doubt.
Brits grateful for second chance as Boks captaincy dream comes true
Back in the XV and named captain for the first time, Schalk Brits is grateful for the opportunity he has been given by South... Read more
I can’t be disappointed – Cipriani talks about missing out on ‘seven-year’ World Cup goal
England's Rugby World Cup plans do not include Danny Cipriani, who spoke about missing out on his dream.
Wallabies hungry to end Bledisloe drought – Hooper
Captain Michael Hooper knows Australia will have to shift into another gear to claim the Bledisloe Cup.
All Blacks built for moments like this – Read
New Zealand fell to a stunning loss against Australia last time out, but All Blacks captain Kieran Read is confident they will bounce back.