It's all academic: key to rugby's contract fight
Sam Cordingley has urged World Rugby to outlaw a "catastrophic" tackle technique and has solutions for a talent retention problem outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt thinks won't go away.
Schmidt leaves with 'no regrets' and 'lots of positives'
Former Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has labelled his time with the national team as the most challenging in his coaching career, while revealing the regrets and frustrations, and the physical toll of the role over the last three years.
Perese finds way home to Reds with Cup ambition
Izaia Perese will play for the Queensland Reds again, almost a decade after the Brisbane talent's career began at Ballymore.
Unrealised potential, fly-half merry go round colour Joe Schmidt's Wallabies legacy
As Joe Schmidt's tenure with the Wallabies draws to a close, analysing the legacy he leaves behind is no easy task.
Schmidt bows out a winner with almost perfect Wallabies' victory
The Wallabies have farewelled Joe Schmidt with close to the perfect performance as they finally put 80-minute performance together.
Pumas coach accuses England of 'lack of respect'
Contepomi took exception to the music and cheering that could be heard coming from England's changing room.
Josh Canham scores an impressive hat trick for Australia (00:28)
England hold on for narrow Argentina win
England spared the nation more heartbreak at the hands of Argentina after surviving a nerve-jangling period of overtime to triumph 31-24, with Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's stunning finish proving decisive.
Argentina 24-31 England: Steve Borthwick's men hold on to win feisty Nations Championship encounter - as it happened
England play their third and final match on the road of the inaugural Nations Championship against Argentina and you can follow all of the action live on ESPN.
South Africa dominate Wales 43-0 in Durban
Wales failed to score a single point once more against South Africa as the Springboks ran out as convincing 43-0 Nations Championship winners in Durban.
Wallabies farewell Joe Schmidt with incredible victory over Italy
After two defeats to start the Nations Championship and sitting on a six game losing streak, the Wallabies enter Saturday night's clash against Italy with plenty on the line as they prepare to farewell coach Joe Schmidt.
NSW to face Fijian Drua in Super W decider
Former sevens star Tia Hinds and winger Amelia Whitaker each scored two tries, as NSW Waratahs booked a Super W rugby grand final date with Fijian Drua, with a 33-22 semi-final away win over Western Force.
All Blacks make it three straight under Rennie
The "fast and fearless" style New Zealand rehearsed in its Nations Championship wins over France and Italy bore fruit Saturday against Ireland in a 40-21 victory that extended the All Blacks' winning streak at Eden Park to 53 matches over 32 years.
Argentina vs. England: How to watch rugby's Nations Championship, kick-off time, live stream
Everything you need to know about Argentina vs. England in rugby's Nations Championship.
South Africa vs. Wales - Will Boks keep unbeaten Nations Championship record intact?
The Springboks - one of only three teams with a perfect Nations Championship record after two matches - will continue their campaign against Wales in Durban on Saturday.
'Do we have an issue?' De Villiers questions drug use in South Africa rugby
Former Springboks stars Jean de Villiers, Schalk Burger and Hanyani Shimange have questioned whether South Africa have a doping problem after Junior Boks prop Kai Pratt was the latest player to test positive for anabolic steroids.
Italy coach cops two game ban for ref comments
Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada has been suspended for two matches under new World Rugby guidelines confronting abuse of match officials.
Nations Championship teams: Boks turn to young gun
And just like that we enter the final weekend of the July Nations Championship fixtures. Read on for teams, news, and everything you need to know.
Pollock not picked vs Argentina despite Fiji cameo
Henry Pollock has missed out on a place in England's back row after Steve Borthwick named an unchanged team for Saturday's clash with Argentina in Santiago del Estero.
Barrett misses out as Rennie keeps faith in Love
Head coach Dave Rennie has backed rookie fly-half Ruben Love by naming him to start for the All Blacks against Ireland on Saturday, a match which will be New Zealand's sternest test of the year to date.
Schmidt makes McReight gamble in final Test
Joe Schmidt makes bold gamble dropping Fraser McReight in his final Wallabies Test.
Ireland's free hit at fortress Eden Park puts all the pressure on Rennie and his men
Old wounds still itch for the All Blacks, despite recent success over Ireland, adding even more tension to their Nations Championship clash.
Do Wallabies need to bring in winners from overseas? (00:57)
Horror hip-drop injury sidelines Aussie rising star
Rising Australian rugby star Treyon Pritchard is facing months on the sideline after an apparent hip-drop tackle left the young talent with horrific leg injuries while playing for the Junior Wallabies at the Junior World Championship.
Wallabies playmaker sets sights on Italy return
Ben Donaldson feels he's on track to face Italy with the injured Wallabies playmaker aiming to make a Test return in Perth.