Munster tragedy ‘life-changing’ for Rassie

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus puts a lot of the success behind two consecutive World Cup triumphs down to time at Munster.

How England revived their rugby fortunes

England suffered seven defeats in 12 Tests in 2024, including five in a row, but Steve Borthwick’s men have turned things around in spectacular style.

France face ‘tired’ Wallabies at end of torrid year

Out-of-sorts France welcome out-of-form Australia to Paris on Saturday with both sides mired in sticky patches.

New-look All Blacks bid to bounce back

A week on from England scuppering their Grand Slam aspirations, the All Blacks are targeting a season-ending victory over struggling Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.

Ireland make big call for Boks

Coach Andy Farrell has decided on his starting flyhalf for Saturday’s Test against Ireland in Dublin.

Lions front-rower forced to retire

The Lions have suffered a major setback with a senior member of their front row calling time on his career.

Nienaber: I miss the Springboks

Jacques Nienaber has not ruled out a return to the Springbok management team ahead of the 2027 World Cup in Australia.

Griquas loan star to Stormers

A Griquas’ Currie Cup winner has signed a loan agreement that will see him join the Stormers squad until the end of the year.

Wallabies recall Gordon for France clash

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt hopes Carter Gordon’s recent thigh problem won’t hinder the flyhalf from starting against France in Paris on Saturday.

Weekend teams

Check out the match-day squads for this weekend’s Test matches.