Smith saves awful All Blacks
Conrad Smith's 78th-minute try gave New Zealand a fortunate 20-15 win against an understrength England in Auckland. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.
Nadolo fires Fiji to victory
Nemani Nadolo bagged 13 points to help Fiji to a 25-14 win over Italy in Suva on Saturday.
Tonga snatch draw against Samoa
A penalty after the hooter gave Tonga an 18-18 draw against Samoa in their Pacific Nations Cup opener.
Lydiate to lead Welsh kingslayers
Warren Gatland has named three uncapped players for Wales' match against the Kings in Port Elizabeth.
Springboks safe in second
All the IRB world ranking permutations for this weekend's matches.
World XV brace for lineout assault
Nick Mallett has selected two specialist No 5s with the aim of combating the Victor Matfield-inspired Springbok set piece. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Kaino amped for England
Jerome Kaino will be looking to make a strong return to Test rugby against England in Auckland on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
French should fear Folau
Israel Folau will be looking to carry his devastating Super Rugby form into the three-Test series against France in June, writes BRENTON CHELIN.
Ireland enter new era
Ireland begin life without Brian O'Driscoll against an unforgiving Argentinian team in Resistencia on Saturday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.
Eastmond at 12 for England
Kyle Eastmond will win his third cap for England at inside centre in place of Billy Twelvetrees against New Zealand in Auckland.
