The Breakdown: A statistical look at round one of the Rugby Championship
We take a look at the stats behind the opening round of fixtures of the 2018 Rugby Championship, as Australia take on New Zealand.
‘Dream come true’ for Robertson to earn Bledisloe Cup start
Tom Robertson described his call-up to Australia's starting XV against New Zealand in the Rugby Championship as "a dream come true".
Hansen hails ‘big leader’ Whitelock ahead of 100th cap
Steve Hansen heaped praise on New Zealand's Sam Whitelock, who will win his 100th cap against Australia in the Rugby Championship.
All Blacks stick with Barrett as Mo’unga misses out altogether
Beauden Barrett has been preferred to in-form fly-half Richie Mo'unga when New Zealand meet Australia in the Rugby Championship opener.
Robertson handed surprise start, Hodge gets nod for Bledisloe opener
With Scott Sio sidelined with a shoulder injury, Tom Robertson comes into Australia's line-up for Saturday's showdown in Sydney.
Pumas look to build on Jaguares progress in Rugby Championship
Following the improvements made by the Jaguares in Super Rugby, Argentina will hope to make similar strides in the Rugby Championship.
Foley not convinced by reports All Blacks will drop Barrett
Beauden Barrett will start at number 10 when New Zealand take on Australia in the Rugby Championship, according to Bernard Foley.
Rugby Championship 2018: True status of Erasmus’ Springboks rebuild to be discovered
Bryan Habana believes the Rugby Championship will provide the first true indication of South Africa's standing under Rassie Erasmus.
Rugby Championship 2018: The numbers behind New Zealand’s dominance
New Zealand have been the Southern Hemisphere's dominant force and will be looking to once again win the Rugby Championship.
Rugby Championship 2018: Reasons for optimism and concern for Australia
Michael Cheika's Australia head into the Rugby Championship out of form and they have cause for concern and optimism ahead of their opener.
Folau won’t change aerial approach in All Blacks showdown
Australia full-back Israel Folau was pinged for an aerial challenge versus Ireland, but he has no plans to change tack against New Zealand.
South Africa’s Etzebeth set for return from injury
South Africa kick off their Rugby Championship campaign against Argentina this weekend and will have Eben Etzebeth available once again.
Cane dismisses talk of All Blacks limiting haka
The haka will remain part of New Zealand's pre-match routine despite reports to the contrary, according to Sam Cane.
All Blacks wary of Pocock threat
Sam Cane says New Zealand will put extra attention on the breakdowns against Australia given the presence of David Pocock.
Beale backs Hodge to start in Rugby Championship opener
Reece Hodge would be a good choice at 13 for Australia's Rugby Championship opener with New Zealand, says Kurtley Beale.
Australia favourites for Rugby Championship opener, says Hansen
New Zealand will be hoping to inflict more misery on "big brother" Australia when the Rugby Championship kicks off in Sydney on Saturday.