Zippy Zebo to fuel Irish fire

Fullback Simon Zebo has the ability to inspire Ireland to an invaluable victory over Italy at London’s Olympic Stadium on Sunday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Imhoff can bury Tonga

Tonga will have to contain Argentina's wings, especially Juan Imhoff, in the first match between the sides in Leicester on Sunday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Pumas change seven

Argentina coach Daniel Hourcade has named a strong team for the match against Tonga at Leicester City Stadium on Sunday.

Henshaw at 12 for Ireland

Robbie Henshaw has been named in Ireland's starting lineup as one of 11 changes for their match against Italy at the Olympic Stadium on Sunday.

Lood to lash Scots

Lood de Jager will have a game-shaping role to play at the lineouts and collisions when the Springboks play Scotland this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

Weary Wales battle past Fiji

Wales saw off a spirited effort from Fiji to clinch an important, albeit unconvincing, 23-13 win in Cardiff on Thursday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

France outlast plucky Canada

Frédéric Michalak inspired France to a convincing 41-18 bonus-point victory over Canada in Milton Keynes on Thursday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Cotter defends selections

Scotland coach Vern Cotter believes his team will be up to the physical task when they battle South Africa on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

England need to nullify Pocock

The breakdown battle is sure to be a decisive element in this Saturday’s clash between England and the Wallabies, with David Pocock the major dangerman, writes CRAIG LEWIS.