England stun Blitzboks

James Rodwell scored a late try to hand England a comeback 21-15 win over the Blitzboks at the Sydney Sevens on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Waratahs whack Brumbies

The Waratahs scored nine tries to beat the Brumbies 53-17 in a 90-minute pre-season match in Mudgee on Saturday.

Crusaders too good for Highlanders

The Crusaders scored eight tries as they recorded a convincing 50-33 victory over the Highlanders in a Super Rugby warm-up match in Darfield on Saturday.

Blitzboks battle past Kenya

The Blitzboks overcame a half-time deficit to defeat Kenya 14-7 in their second game at the Sydney Sevens on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Hurricanes edge Blues

Jonah Lowe scored a brace of tries as the Hurricanes clinched a hard-fought 38-33 win over the Blues in a Super Rugby pre-season match in Auckland on Saturday.

Pollard to skipper Bulls

Handré Pollard will make his long-awaited return to action when the Bulls play the Chiefs in Brisbane on 9 February, and then contest the Brisbane Global Tens next weekend.

Leyds to lead Stormers

Wing Dillyn Leyds will captain the Stormers in their pre-season friendly against the SWD Eagles in George on Saturday.

Blitzboks prioritise mental strength

Springbok Sevens coach Neil Powell says the key to success at this weekend's Sydney Sevens will be in his side's mental approach to the tournament.

Six Nations preview (Round 1)

All eyes will be on England as they begin their Six Nations title defence against France at Twickenham, where they will look to extend their winning streak to 15 Tests, writes CRAIG LEWIS.