Sexton to lead Ireland despite concussion scare
Johnny Sexton was named on Thursday in the Ireland side to face New Zealand in the second Test, despite the veteran flyhalf failing a concussion assessment during last week’s defeat in Auckland.
All Blacks shuffle pack for second Ireland Test
Coach Ian Foster admitted on Thursday that New Zealand’s set-piece play could be compromised by fielding a smaller, more mobile, forward pack after he brought in flank Dalton Papalii as his only All Blacks change for the second Test against Ireland.
All Blacks lose star forwards for key clash
The All Blacks will be without two pivotal players as they look to clinch the three-Test series against Ireland in Dunedin on Saturday.
Barrett gets off scot-free from potential ban
New Zealand will have all three Barrett brothers available for the second Test against Ireland after flanker Scott escaped a citing for dangerous play in the series opener in Auckland.
Highlights: Sanzaar teams secure clean sweep
The Springboks, All Blacks, Wallabies and Los Pumas all began the Test season with victories over northern hemisphere opponents on Saturday.
All Blacks demolish Ireland in series opener
Jordie Barrett scored 19 points as the All Blacks thrashed Ireland for a convincing six-try victory in Auckland on Saturday night.
RECAP: All Blacks vs Ireland
Follow the action as the All Blacks face Ireland at Eden Park in the first match of their three-Test series.
Rankings: Boks top spot on the line against Wales
The Springboks could lose their number one spot in World Rugby’s Test rankings to New Zealand, Ireland or France following this weekend’s matches.
All Blacks have ‘scar tissue’ from road tripping to Dublin
Scrumhalf Aaron Smith says the All Blacks still carry “scar tissue” from their loss to Ireland last year, and will use it to fuel a furious response in the first Test in Auckland.
Watch: Boks to show fans what they’ve been missing!
Mark Keohane expects the Springboks to revel in the atmosphere of playing in front of a packed house for the first time since the 2019 Rugby World Cup when the world champions take on Wales at Loftus on Saturday.
