‘Perenara deserves a start’

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says scrumhalf TJ Perenara has earned a start against the Wallabies in Yokohama on Saturday.

Folau enjoyed off-field controversy

Israel Folau says the torrid period surrounding his comments about gays has taught him a lot despite coming close to giving up on rugby union.

Cheika shifts Folau to 13

Israel Folau will start at outside centre when the Wallabies face the All Blacks in the third Bledisloe Cup match in Yokohama on Saturday.

McKenzie to front Wallabies

Damian McKenzie will start at fullback for the All Blacks against the Wallabies in Yokohama on Saturday.

Three newcomers in Ireland squad

Ireland have included three uncapped players in a 42-man squad for the November internationals.

Deysel calls it a day

Former Springbok flanker Jean Deysel has retired from rugby with immediate effect.

Folau extends Wallabies contract

Israel Folau has signed a new four-year deal with the Wallabies and Waratahs, extending his stay until 2022.

Mapoe to join Bok training group

Lionel Mapoe will join the Springbok training squad in Stellenbosch as injury cover for Lukhanyo Am.

Boks must make end-of-year statement

The Springboks should be quietly confident of enjoying a positive return on the November tour to the northern hemisphere, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Hodge to miss Bledisloe Cup Test

The Wallabies have been handed a fresh blow as centre Reece Hodge has been ruled out for the rest of the year with an ankle injury.