De la Fuente back at 12 for Argentina

Argentina coach Mario Ledesma has made four changes to his starting lineup to face the All Blacks in Nelson on Saturday.

Krige: Van Staden should start for Boks

Former Springbok captain Corné Krige says Rassie Erasmus must pick a fetcher to counter the threat of Wallabies flanks David Pocock and Michael Hooper. DYLAN JACK reports.

Paulse: There will be ups and downs

Breyton Paulse says inconsistent performances should be expected from Springboks as Rassie Erasmus tests combinations. DYLAN JACK reports.

Pumas tinker team

Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has made three changes to his starting XV to face the Sharks in Durban on Friday.

Wallabies must ‘go hard’ against Boks

Drew Mitchell says the Wallabies will have a point to prove against the Springboks on Saturday.

Paulse: Kolbe is a little dynamite

Former Springbok wing Breyton Paulse says Cheslin Kolbe’s size should not be a concern when it comes to selecting him for the Springboks. DYLAN JACK reports.

Smith: Cheetahs up for Ospreys challenge

Cheetahs coach Franco Smith says his young side is expecting a tough encounter against the experienced Ospreys in Swansea on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Du Preez out with throat injury

Worcester Warriors flank Cornell du Preez is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a throat injury during their 21-20 loss to Wasps on Saturday.

Saracens see off committed Newcastle

Saracens started their English Premiership title defence with a 32-21 victory against Newcastle, while there were also wins for Bristol, Exeter, Harlequins, Gloucester and Wasps.

Kolbe could get Bok fullback chance

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has hinted that Cheslin Kolbe could get an opportunity to play at fullback.