New Zealand have been the Southern Hemisphere's dominant force and will be looking to once again win the Rugby Championship.
Ahead of Saturday's Super Rugby final between the Crusaders and the Lions, Omnisport takes a look at the best Opta facts.
Michael Cheika named an unchanged Australia squad for his team's second Test against Ireland.
Ireland will expect to extend their winning run by another three matches in Australia, according to Wallabies coach Michael Cheika.
Ireland skipper Peter O'Mahony expects Australia to provide the same tough test they usually do, resulting in a "huge battle".
New Zealand's Eden Park may be an intimidating venue for visiting teams, but Mathieu Bastareaud believes that works in France's favour.
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...
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Michael Hooper insists the Wallabies have the attack to hurt Ireland at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Saturday.
Beauden Barrett is looking forward to a "dream" moment as he lines up alongside his two brothers for New Zealand against France.
Ireland are already looking towards defending their Six Nations title and attacking the World Cup, according to coach Joe Schmidt.
Sonny Bill Williams will miss New Zealand's Test series against France this month with a knee injury.
Wales coach Warren Gatland has named Ellis Jenkins as captain for his side's clash with South Africa on Saturday.
Eddie Jones is confident England will have "opportunities" to create history in South Africa.
Eddie Jones believes England can make history by winning their Test series in South Africa.
Scarlets will be without Leigh Halfpenny as they look to continue their Pro14 title defence in the semi-finals on Friday.
Racing 92 stand between Leinster and a record-equalling fourth European Champions Cup win, which is Johnny Sexton's sole focus.