Hansen calls for Six Nations-Rugby Championship playoff
A yearly match between the winners of the Six Nations and the Rugby Championship has been proposed by All Blacks coach Steve Hansen.
Chris Ashton cops lengthy ban for biting
Winger Chris Ashton's England career was hanging by a thread after he was handed a 13-week ban on Tuesday for biting an opponent.
Fans should just enjoy 'sensational' All Blacks
When are the New Zealand rugby public going to ease up on the All Blacks? Supporters should just sit back and enjoy the superb skill and adventure of this sensational group -- Craig Dowd writes.
Super Rugby must embrace American attitude
SANZAAR has called on Super Rugby fans to adopt an American attitude for the competition's future - but don't expect that to include a United States franchise anytime soon.
What does the future hold for Super Rugby?
SANZAAR has decided to retain the same fixture structure for Super Rugby in 2017, though the long-term future of the competition could take on any number of forms.
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Leicester vs. Wasps the game to watch?
Layla Anna-Lee and Tom Hamilton discuss the upcoming set of fixtures in the Aviva Premiership.
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Who said what in the Aviva Premiership - Round 3
After another weekend of dramatic Aviva Premiership action, we look at the best reaction from around the grounds in Round 3.
Wallabies star Pocock suffers broken hand
Wallabies flanker David Pocock set to miss remainder of Rugby Championship after suffering broken hand during 36-20 defeat of Argentina.
Leicester edge past Newcastle
Newcastle fly-half Joel Hodgson missed a last-gasp drop goal as Leicester edged to a frenetic 14-13 Aviva Premiership win at Kingston Park.
Top 14 roundup: Lyon beat Toulouse
Lyon claimed their second triumph of the Top 14 campaign on Saturday as they got the better of Toulouse, winning 25-20 at Matmut Stadium.
Jones urges RFU to send coaches Down Under
Eddie Jones has urged the Rugby Football Union to pay for developing English coaches to enhance their skills by working in the southern hemisphere.
Saracens survive tough Saints test
Jamie George scored Saracens' only try of the match while Alex Lozowski impressed the watching Eddie Jones as the home side saw off Northampton.
Graham Henry no relevance to me -- Cheika
Michael Cheika has hit back at Graham Henry after the former All Blacks coach recently labelled the Wallabies as 'the worst I've seen'.
Cruden ruled out of Rugby Championship
All Blacks five-eighth Aaron Cruden will miss last two Rugby Championship tests after sustaining a groin injury in win against South Africa.
Super Hurricanes sign another Barrett
Jordie Barrett will join older brother Beauden Barrett when he lines up for Super Rugby side the Hurricanes from next season.
Bath battle back to beat spirited Worcester
Bath continued their perfect start under Todd Blackadder to fightback and earn a 37-22 victory against Worcester Warriors at the Recreation Ground.
Houston: Fingers crossed Cheika is watching
Leroy Houston relished his return to Bath duty after he was the bonus-point try hero in a 37-22 win over Worcester as the home team went top of the Aviva Premiership.
Five-try Exeter Chiefs storm to first win
Exeter Chiefs earned their first Aviva Premiership win of the season with a 36-25 victory over Harlequins at Sandy Park.
All Blacks too good for error-prone Springboks
New Zealand extended their winning run to 15 Tests as they posted six tries in a routine victory against South Africa at AMI Stadium.
Hansen: Read has really stepped up.
Steve Hansen spoke after his New Zealand side beat South Africa 41-13 in the Rugby Championship.
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All Blacks' Kaino doubt for Buenos Aires Test
Liam Squire and Elliot Dixon in the frame to replace veteran no. 6 who was replaced against South Africa after aggravating recurring shoulder injury.
Read: I'm totally different to McCaw.
New Zealand captain Kieran Read says he and predecessor Richie McCaw have completely different personalities but both like to lead by example.
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Coetzee: We need a lot of work.
After being thrashed by a rampant New Zealand side in The Rugby Championship, South Africa coach Allister Coetzee admits his side have a lot to work on.
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Genia stars as Wallabies beat Argentina
Australia move to second place on the Rugby Championship ladder with victory over Argentina in Perth.
Wallabies have addressed defensive mindset
Australia's defence was the cornerstone of their victory in Perth, and the improvement is down to trust and discipline.
Highlights: Australia 32-20 Argentina.
Australia led from 40 seconds in and then backed their defence against an error-riddled Argentina outfit as they claimed their second win on the trot 36-20 in Perth.
Current Wallabies worst I've seen: Henry
Former All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry hasn't held back in his assessment of the current Wallabies side and theSpringboks.
Zebre v Connacht postponed
Game abandoned after forty minutes of play and replay to be arranged.
Top 14 roundup: Lyon beat Toulouse
Lyon claimed their second triumph of the Top 14 campaign on Saturday as they got the better of Toulouse, winning 25-20 at Matmut Stadium.
Jordie Barrett signs for Hurricanes
Youngest brother of Beauden Barrett signs two-year deal with Super Rugby champions.
Munster edge Dragons in fierce contest
Munster recorded their second Guinness PRO12 victory of the season on Welsh soil after edging out Newport Gwent Dragons 20-16 in a fierce contest at Rodney Parade.
Laidlaw steers Gloucester past Sale
Greig Laidlaw impressed for Gloucester as they got their first win of the Aviva Premiership season thanks to a 26-13 triumph at Sale Sharks on Friday evening.
Aviva Premiership - Round 3 Team News
Ahead of Round 3 of the Aviva Premiership, we bring you all the team news.
Cardiff Blues edge out Glasgow Warriors
Cardiff Blues secured an impressive 23-19 win over Glasgow Warriors at the BT Sport Cardiff Arms Park on Friday night.
Five-try Leinster see off Edinburgh
Leinster held off an Edinburgh fightback to win 33-20 at Murrayfield on Friday.
Jackson guides Ulster past Scarlets
Paddy Jackson impressed for Ulster as they beat the Scarlets 19-8 at Kingspan Stadium.
Brown battles back from septicaemia for Quins
Mike Brown suspects the septicaemia that forced him to miss the start of the season may have been the result of the punishment absorbed during England's summer tour of Australia.
Eddie Jones' fact-finding missions
The England coach has been picking the brains of Guardiola and Wenger and we round up what he's learned from his various trips.
Saracens to open their own high school
Aviva Premiership champions Saracens are opening their own secondary school.
Hansen: All Blacks do have flaws
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has agreed with Eddie Jones that they do have flaws despite being on a remarkable 14-game unbeaten run.
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