Beale recalled as Wallabies chase sixth win in a row

Playmaker Kurtley Beale is set to feature in his first Test since the 2019 Rugby World Cup after being selected in Australia’s matchday 23 to face Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.

Scotland start Schoeman against Wallabies

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has retained Pierre Schoeman for the clash against Australia at Murrayfield on Sunday.

Pivac’s radar locked on SA hooker

When Bradley Roberts makes his Test debut against the Springboks on Saturday it will be the culmination of a year spent tracking the movements of the Durban-born hooker by Wales coach Wayne Pivac.

Farrell in doubt after positive test

England captain Owen Farrell has tested positive for Covid-19 on the eve of the match against Tonga at Twickenham, the Rugby Football Union (RFU) said on Friday.

Concussion risk is worth the reward

Former All Blacks and Toulon prop Carl Hayman has joined concussion legal action against rugby authorities, but DARREN REED believes players know the game comes with risk and any claims to the contrary are disingenuous.

Smith injury keeps Farrell at flyhalf

Circumstances have conspired to see captain Owen Farrell retain the No 10 jersey when he leads England out against Tonga at Twickenham on Saturday.

‘Brutal’ Eddie makes big call at 10

In a bid to get England back to their competitive best, coach Eddie Jones has handed over the playmaking duties to Marcus Smith. 

Watson: Refs must take it on the chin

Andre Watson says it is time for World Rugby and professional referees to stop being so sensitive about criticism for poor performances.

Kitshoff to lean on experience in ‘spicy’ Bok tour

Steven Kitshoff is licking his chops in anticipation of a wet-weather tour of Great Britain that showcases South Africa’s set-piece prowess.

Faf on road to recovery, Malherbe waits for red light to change

Scrumhalf Faf de Klerk is hopeful of getting back onto the field early in the new year but the timing of prop Frans Malherbe’s return to play remains unclear.