Blitzboks close in on Sevens Series title

Dewald Human scored a hat-trick as the Blitzboks beat New Zealand 24-12 in the semi-finals of the Paris Sevens on Sunday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Fiji loss boosts Blitzboks’ series hopes

Justin Geduld scored a try in the seventh minute of extra-time as the Blitzboks beat Spain 15-10 in the quarter-finals of the Paris Sevens to keep their hopes of clinching the Sevens Series title alive. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Wales overcome disappointing Argentina

Wales claimed a 23-10 win against Argentina in San Juan on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Blitzboks blank Canada to reach quarters

The Blitzboks advanced to the Cup quarter-finals of the Paris Sevens after beating Canada 28-0 in their final pool game on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Blitzboks survive Russia scare

The Blitzboks scored a late converted try to secure a 21-19 win against Russia at the Paris Sevens on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Scotland stun lacklustre Blitzboks

Robbie Fergusson kicked a last-minute conversion as Scotland shocked the Blitzboks 14-12 in their opening pool game at the Paris Sevens on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Junior Boks fold under French assault

The Junior Boks qualified for the semi-finals of the World Rugby U20 Championship despite slumping to a 46-29 defeat against France in their final pool game in Narbonne on Thursday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Preview: Wallabies vs Ireland (1st Test)

Ireland will be targeting a first win against the Wallabies in Australia since 1979 when the teams meet in Brisbane on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Injuries force Ireland changes

The inclusion of South African hooker Rob Herring is one of six changes to Ireland’s starting lineup for Saturday’s opening Test against the Wallabies in Brisbane.

Wallabies back Reds rookies

Hooker Brandon Paenga-Amosa and No 8 Caleb Tima will make their Test debuts after being named in the Wallabies’ starting lineup to face Ireland in Brisbane on Saturday.