Test Rugby

France rise, Argentina fall

France have climbed two places to seventh in the World Rugby rankings following their convincing 27-0 victory over Argentina, who drop to ninth.

JP backs new-look Boks

JP Pietersen believes the current group of Springboks can progress to successfully contest for top honours at the 2019 World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Schmidt: North is closing gap

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt believes that the northern hemisphere teams have made a statement this June. JON CARDINELLI reports from Port Elizabeth.

Les Bleus blank Pumas

France beat Argentina 27-0 in Tucumán on Saturday to level the two-match series.