Six Nations preview (Round 1)

A potentially explosive clash awaits as England and Wales get this year's tournament underway in Cardiff on Friday evening, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Blitzboks battle into Cup quarters

The Blitzboks bounced back from a shock loss to France to beat Japan and the USA on day one of the Wellington Sevens.

Tahs edge Chiefs

Rob Horne scored a hat-trick as the Waratahs beat the Chiefs 38-36 in their pre-season clash in Campbelltown on Friday.

Blues hold off Canes

The Blues claimed a 32-29 victory over the Hurricanes in their final pre-season match in Albany on Friday.

Sharks win ugly in France

The Sharks ground out a scrappy 12-10 win over Toulon at a cold and wet Stade Mayol on Thursday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.