Mitchell: I feel connected to England

John Mitchell says there is an ’emotional connection’ to his position as England’s defence coach.

Superbru: Wales or Springboks?

The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru predictions for this weekend’s Tests and Pro14 matches.

Hansen: Read’s position not under threat

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has defended captain Kieran Read, who was criticised after their defeat to Ireland.

World Rugby chief calls for cards

World Rugby chief executive Brett Gosper has urged referees to show more cards in a continued effort to stamp out dangerous tackles. 

Test teams (Week 4)

The Test teams for Saturday’s matches as they are announced. 

All Blacks make sweeping changes

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has made 11 changes to his starting side ahead of their final tour clash against Italy in Rome.

Watch: Has north-south gap closed?

BT Sport asks if the northern hemisphere teams have closed the gap on their southern hemisphere rivals.

Analysis: Boks’ encouraging composure

Ahead of the final Test of the year, CRAIG LEWIS looks at some of the Boks’ important plays that saw them clinically close out the game against Scotland last Saturday.

Wholesale changes for Scotland

Gregor Townsend has made eight changes to Scotland’s starting lineup for Saturday’s clash against Argentina at Murrayfield.

‘All Blacks should not panic’

Former All Blacks flyhalf Nick Evans believes New Zealand are still the best side in the world, despite their loss to Ireland last weekend.