Highlights: Blues vs Hurricanes (2014 pre-season)

The Hurricanes edged the Blues 38-35 in Masterton.

‘England pack will gain huge confidence’

Former England No 8 LAWRENCE DALLAGLIO, writing in the London Sunday Times, praised the England pack for their performance in Paris.

Reason for England optimism

Former England flyhalf STUART BARNES, writing in the London Sunday Times, says England should emerge a stronger side following their heartbreaking loss in Paris.

Lions see off Kings

The Lions beat the Kings 19-12 in their warm-up match in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.

Wales struggle past Italy

Wales began their quest for a third successive Six Nations title with an unconvincing 23-15 win against Italy in Cardiff.

Highlights: Wales vs Italy (2014)

The defending champions began their Six Nations campaign with a 23-15 win in Cardiff.

Pietersen impresses for Panasonic

JP Pietersen made a big impact as a substitute for the Panasonic Wild Knights, who thrashed the Toshiba Brave Lupus 55-15 in the first semi-final of Japan's Top League on Saturday.

Preview: Ireland vs Scotland

Ireland have a point to prove against Scotland in Dublin on Sunday after losing at Murrayfield last year.

‘I want to be the best again’

Victor Matfield aims to regain his status as the world's premier No 5 lock and go to the 2015 World Cup in England.

Heyneke happy to have Big Vic back

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer says Victor Matfield can still make a valuable contribution as a player.