Meyer must ring changes

Battered stars should be rested and fringe players must receive a chance to shine when the Springboks tackle the USA on Wednesday, writes JON CARDINELLI in London.

Ireland edge Italy

Ireland secured their progression to the play-offs with a hard-fought 16-9 win over Italy at London’s Olympic Stadium on Sunday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Argentina blow Tonga away

Argentina claimed a 45-16 bonus-point victory over Tonga in Sunday’s Pool B encounter at the Leicester City Stadium. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Pollard steers Boks to big win

Handré Pollard kicked 19 points to guide the Springboks to a 34-16 win against Scotland in the crunch Pool B clash on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI at St James’ Park.

Foley boots England out

Flyhalf Bernard Foley scored 28 points as the Wallabies claimed a famous 33-13 victory over England at Twickenham on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Du Preez hails Pollard fightback

Handré Pollard has received plaudits from his coach and captain alike in the wake of a match-clinching kicking performance at St James’ Park, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

Discipline an issue for Boks

The Springboks aren’t where they need to be regarding their breakdown performance and overall discipline, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

Tour tales: Newcastle (Week 3)

JON CARDINELLI reflects on a city of surprises, a rock ’n roll loosie, and the Geordies’ answer to Victor Matfield.

Brave Blossoms batter Samoa

Japan kept their quarter-final hopes alive with a 26-5 win against Samoa in Milton Keynes on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

All Blacks overcome bold Georgia

Julian Savea scored a hat-trick as the All Blacks overcame a spirited effort from Georgia to claim a 43-10 bonus-point win in Cardiff on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.