Continuity the difference for Boks

John Plumtree says the Springboks' extended preparations will see them make a strong start against Ireland on Saturday, reports BRENTON CHELIN.

Beware Irish ambush

Ireland should have the favourites tag going into Saturday's match against the Springboks, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Spedding starts for France

South African-born fullback Scott Spedding will make his debut for France against Fiji in Marseille on Saturday, with Rory Kockott on the bench.

Engelbrecht added to Blitzboks squad

Springbok centre JJ Engelbrecht has been added to the Blitzboks training group ahead of the Dubai and PE Sevens.

North to bulk up Welsh midfield

George North will start at outside centre for Wales against Australia at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.

Camp Nou to host Top 14 final

The final of France's 2016 Top 14 competition will be held at the 98,000-seater Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona.

Burger back to lead Namibia

Jacques Burger will make his first appearance for Namibia in three years against Canada in Colwyn Bay on Friday.

Top tries from Top 14 (Round 9)

The best five-pointers according to Canal+.

Boshoff, Brüssow start for Baa-Baas

Barbarians coach John Kirwan has made several changes to the team to face the Leicester Tigers at Welford Road on Tuesday.

Baa-Baas duo join All Blacks

Flyhalf Colin Slade and hooker James Parsons have been added to the All Blacks squad for their November tour.