Brave Boks draw first blood

The Springboks fought back from 24-3 down to beat England 42-39 on Saturday and take a 1-0 lead in the three-Test series. JON CARDINELLI reports from Ellis Park.

Augustus brace salvages WP draw

Western Province came from behind to claim a 24-24 draw with the Boland Cavaliers, while there were also wins for the Sharks XV, Griquas, Blue Bulls, SWD Eagles and Golden Lions XV in the Provincial Rugby Challenge.

USA soar past Russia

Marcel Brache and Joe Taufete’e both grabbed braces as the USA hammered Russia 63-13 in Colorado on Saturday.

Scotland crush Canada

Scotland scored seven tries in their convincing 48-10 win against Canada in Alberta on Saturday.

Wales overcome disappointing Argentina

Wales claimed a 23-10 win against Argentina in San Juan on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Blitzboks blank Canada to reach quarters

The Blitzboks advanced to the Cup quarter-finals of the Paris Sevens after beating Canada 28-0 in their final pool game on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Cheap shot puts France wing in hospital

Remy Grosso had to be hospitalised after being on the receiving end of a swinging arm during France’s 52-11 loss to the All Blacks on Saturday.

Wallabies end Ireland’s winning run

The Wallabies snapped Ireland’s 12-match winning streak with a well-deserved 18-9 victory in Brisbane on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Blitzboks survive Russia scare

The Blitzboks scored a late converted try to secure a 21-19 win against Russia at the Paris Sevens on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Bishops stun Rondebosch

Bishops broke their five-match losing streak to Rondebosch with a 25-20 victory in Rondebosch on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.