Siya: Wales can’t stop believing

Wales received words of encouragement from Siya Kolisi after a resounding defeat by the Springboks on Saturday piled more pressure on head coach Warren Gatland.

Double blow for Wallabies

Australia’s preparations for Sunday’s Test against Scotland at Murrayfield were thrown into disarray, with injury and snow disrupting head coach Joe Schmidt’s plans.

England ready for ‘few tricks’ from Eddie

Co-captain Ellis Genge said England will have their wits about them for former boss Eddie Jones as the Australian returns to Twickenham with Japan for Sunday’s clash.

Free-flowing Ireland floor Fiji

Mack Hansen scored a brace of tries, while Sam Prendergast kicked 10 points as Ireland thrashed Fiji in a thrilling clash in Dublin on Saturday.

Bok champs power Willie’s ultimate player

Willie le Roux builds his perfect rugby specimen from fellow two-time World Cup winners such as Cheslin Kolbe and Eben Etzebeth, along with the legendary Dan Carter.

Siya: Hanekom ‘at home’ with Boks

Siya Kolisi backs debutant Cameron Hanekom to shine against Wales on Saturday, describing the loose forward as a “special player” with a bright Springbok future.

Stick lays down a marker for Boks

Mzwandile Stick said the Springboks must dominate “until the final whistle” in Cardiff on Saturday, for a clean sweep on tour and strong end to 2024 for the world champions.

Wallabies boss shares grand ambitions

Joe Schmidt would love Australia to emulate the Grand Slam achievements of a 1984 Wallabies team captained by “top man” Andrew Slack.

Les Bleus lash ill-disciplined Pumas

France completed their 2024 schedule with a comfortable victory against Argentina in frigid conditions in Paris on Friday night.

Scotland restock with Saffas for Oz duel

Three SA-born Scotland internationals have been recalled to Gregor Townsend’s match-day 23 for Sunday’s clash against Australia at Murrayfield.