Jones talks up ‘greatest Welsh side ever’

England coach Eddie Jones says his team will have to be at its ‘absolute best’ to beat Wales in Cardiff on 23 February.

Watch: England press conference

What England coach Eddie Jones and captain Owen Farrell had to say after their 44-8 win against France at Twickenham.

MND linked to rugby?

A new study shows people playing top-level contact sport are eight-and-a-half times more likely to develop motor neuron disease.

Smith loaned to Bulls

Pumas flyhalf Chris Smith will be joining the Vodacom Bulls on a short-term deal.

Smal set to join Jake in Japan

Gert Smal will reportedly join Jake White’s coaching staff at the Toyota Verblitz later this year.

Highlights: Italy vs Wales

Highlights of Wales’ 26-15 win against Italy in Rome.

Highlights: Scotland vs Ireland

Highlights of Ireland’s 22-13 win against Scotland at Murrayfield.

Bulls, Sharks draw in Ballito

The Sharks and Vodacom Bulls drew their pre-season match in Ballito 7-7 after a scoreless second half.

Blues surge past Hurricanes

The Blues beat the Hurricanes 38-31 in a pre-season match in Mangatainoka on Saturday.

Highlights: Reds vs Chiefs

The Chiefs beat the Reds 21-19 in a pre-season match in Brisbane.