Brown: Farrell a great leader
England fullback Mike Brown has hailed captain Owen Farrell ahead of their opening Test against the Springboks in Johannesburg on Saturday.
England to target Bok tight five, back four
The Springboks can expect an aerial bombardment and all-out attack at the set piece from England, writes BRENDAN VENTER.
What Boks can expect from England
The Springboks can look to target England at the breakdown in what should be a fascinating three-Test series, writes defence coach OMAR MOUNEIMNE.
Watch: ‘Boring’ Boks rock
Ryan Vrede says tactical pragmatism is a Springbok strength.
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.
Parra, Medard back for France
Morgan Parra will start at scrumhalf for France against the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday.
Barrett brothers start for All Blacks
Jordie, Beauden and Scott Barrett will make history when they start for the All Blacks against France in Auckland on Saturday.
Hill captains revamped Wales
Wales have made eight changes to the team that beat the Springboks for the first Test against Argentina in San Juan on Saturday.
June Test teams (Week 1)
This weekend’s Test lineups as they are announced.
