England battle past Ireland
England and Ireland's Six Nations arm-wrestle at Twickenham ended in a 13-10 win for the home side.
Scotland conquer Italy in Rome
A last-minute drop goal by Duncan Weir gave Scotland a 21-20 win over Italy in Rome on Saturday.
Wales frustrate France in Cardiff
Wales scored two tries and punished France through the boot of Leigh Halfpenny to keep their title hopes alive with a 27-6 win at Millennium Stadium on Friday.
Kockott costs Castres
Rory Kockott has re-signed with French champions Castres for three more years, causing the club to pay Toulon compensation.
Crusaders kicking themselves
The Crusaders missed seven penalties and conceded a last-minute intercept try as the Chiefs won 18-10 in Christchurch.
Preview: Waratahs vs Force
The Waratahs and Force will take good pre-season form into their opening Super Rugby match in Sydney on Sunday.
Preview: Lions vs Stormers
JON CARDINELLI and RYAN VREDE analyse the big Vodacom Super Rugby game at Ellis Park.
Preview: Sharks vs Hurricanes
The Sharks will start as favourites against an injury-hit Hurricanes side at Kings Park on Saturday.
Preview: Brumbies vs Reds
Last year's leading Australian Vodacom Super Rugby teams will meet in Canberra on Saturday.
Preview: Highlanders vs Blues
The Highlanders will have six debutants in their starting XV when they take on the Blues in Dunedin on Saturday.
