Folau takes top honours

Waratahs fullback Israel Folau has claimed the John Eales Medal after being named Australian Player of the Year.

Barritt returns to England fold

Brad Barritt is in the England squad for next month's internationals after missing the June Tests against the All Blacks.

Argentina bring in fresh faces

Argentina coach Daniel Hourcade has added five new players to his squad for the end-of-year tour to the northern hemisphere.

Strauss back for Ireland

South African duo Richardt Strauss and Robbie Diack have been included in Ireland's 37-man squad for the November Tests.

Wales call in the cavalry

Sam Warburton and Leigh Halfpenny have been selected in Wales' 34-man squad for the November Tests.

All Blacks extend lead

The All Blacks have improved their position at the top of the world rankings following their last-gasp 29-28 win over the Wallabies in Brisbane.

Cheika offered Wallabies role

Michael Cheika looks set to become the new Wallabies coach after confirming he is in negotiations with the ARU to replace Ewen McKenzie.

Carter, SBW back in black

Dan Carter and Sonny Bill Williams have been included in the All Blacks squad for the end-of-year tour.