Kerevi set for Wallabies return
Centre Hunter Paisami’s absence for Australia’s upcoming clash against England could pave the way for veteran Samu Kerevi’s Test comeback.
Dagg: All Blacks ‘love’ being written off
Israel Dagg believes Stuart Barnes’ critique of Beauden Barrett will motivate the All Blacks star, much like criticism did for Dan Carter before his 2015 World Cup master-class.
All Blacks bruiser in hot water
All Blacks loosehead prop Ethan de Groot finds himself sidelined from this weekend’s clash with England in London after a breach of team protocols.
All Blacks, England hunt Twickenham flourish
England and New Zealand head into Saturday’s clash at Twickenham with both sides having an added incentive for victory.
England skipper drawn into haka debate
Jamie George said he “loved the history” of the haka after England teammate Joe Marler urged New Zealand to ditch their pre-game ritual.
Free-flowing Scotland floor Fiji
Darcy Graham scored four tries and Adam Hastings kicked 17 points as Scotland thrashed Fiji at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Scotland fuel up on Saffas for Fiji duel
Three SA-born Scotland internationals have been included in Gregor Townsend’s match-day 23 for Saturday’s clash against Fiji at Murrayfield.
Beauden at 10 for reshuffled All Blacks
Beauden Barrett starts at flyhalf in place of Damian McKenzie as New Zealand boss Scott Robertson makes a host of changes to face England at Twickenham on Saturday.
Razor responds to Marler’s haka rib
New Zealand coach Scott Robertson insisted the haka is part of “who we are” after Joe Marler attempted to stir up controversy before the All Blacks play England on Saturday.
Booze ban for Les Bleus socials
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) has banned the consumption of alcohol by players during national team gatherings to enforce discipline, following troubling recent incidents.
