Centre pairing excites Umaga

Blues coach Tana Umaga is happy to have George Moala and Rene Ranger operating as a centre pair in 2016.

Varsity Cup to test nine-point try

The Varsity Cup will test a number of proposed law changes in 2016, including a new nine-point try.

Barrett hungry for pivot spot

Hurricanes flyhalf Beauden Barrett has his sights set on the All Blacks No 10 jersey.

Honey Badger goes for sevens

Nick Cummins will join the Australia Sevens squad ahead of the Rio 2016 Olympics.

Carter raring to go

Brumbies lock Sam Carter is relishing the chance to get back on the field after missing out at the 2015 World Cup.

Bok job must be advertised

The lack of accountability is astounding when it comes to the leadership of South African rugby, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Jones: Players select themselves

Eddie Jones has been clear on his criteria for selecting his first England squad for the upcoming Six Nations.

Quins halt Sarries

Ben Botica kicked three second-half penalties as Harlequins beat Saracens 29-23 at The Stoop, while Exeter, Leicester, London Irish and Wasps also won in the English Premiership.

Cane, Cruden new Chiefs-tains

All Blacks Sam Cane and Aaron Cruden will co-captain the Chiefs in the expanded 2016 Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Rebels to play Samoa

The Melbourne Rebels have confirmed a home fixture against Samoa ahead of the upcoming 18-team Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.