Blitzboks lose Agaba

The Blitzboks have suffered an injury setback on the eve of the new season after Tim Agaba was ruled out of the Dubai and Cape Town tournaments.

Ebersohn moves to Pumas

Cheetahs flyhalf Sias Ebersohn is one of two new players to join the Pumas for the 2017 season.

Alexander: No blame game

SA Rugby president Mark Alexander says there will be a full review of the Springboks' performances after the last Test against Wales. 

Davies rescues Wales

Sam Davies slotted a last-gasp drop goal as Wales battled to an uninspired 33-30 win over Japan in Cardiff on Saturday.

Georgia upset Samoa

Georgia secured a 20-16 victory over Samoa in Tbilisi, while there were also wins for Tonga, Romania and Spain on Saturday.

All Blacks roll out big guns

Steve Hansen has made 11 changes to the All Blacks' starting lineup ahead of Saturday's Test against Ireland in Dublin.

New-look Wallabies to face France

Uncapped inside centre Kyle Godwin has been included as one of 11 changes to the Wallabies' starting XV ahead of Saturday's Test against France.

Argentina opt for consistency

Coach Daniel Hourcade has made just one change to his Argentina side for their Test against Scotland in Dublin on Saturday.

World Rugby tackles head injuries

Following wide-ranging investigations into head injuries, World Rugby officials are set to discuss an experimental change in laws surrounding the tackle.