Captaincy change and Arundell’s rise – talking points as England face Australia
England and Australia clash at Perth’s Optus Stadium on Saturday in the opening instalment of their three-Test series.
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What Darragh Lenihan's arrival means for Middlesbrough's defence and the potential reshuffle
Chris Wilder needed defensive reinforcements this summer after releasing Sol Bamba and Lee Peltier. He's also since sold Nathan Wood, while Grant Hall is expected to leave Middlesbrough too. It left the Boro boss with just three senior centre-backs at his disposal.
Have Ireland ‘poked the bear’? Talking points ahead of New Zealand Test
Ireland begin their three-match series against New Zealand on Saturday at a sold-out Eden Park in Auckland.
Can Wales topple mighty South Africa? Talking points ahead of the opening Test
Wales face their toughest task of Wayne Pivac’s coaching reign with a three-Test series against world champions South Africa.
Today's rugby news as mistake in 'shameful' incident admitted and Wales star reveals 12-year Dan Lydiate promise
Here are the latest rugby headlines for Friday, July 1.
RL Today: Halton on NRL radar, Leutele blow & Sutcliffe heads to Midlands
Hull KR forward Frankie Halton is attracting interest from the NRL following his rapid rise to the top. (Hull Live)
Luton set to capitalise on Derby County player situation
Luton Town are closing in on the signing of out-of-contract Derby County midfielder Louie Watson, according to Football Insider.
NZ Rugby review rules Jeremy Loughman returned after concussion protocols error
Ireland prop Jeremy Loughman should not have been allowed to return to the field after suffering concussion symptoms against the Maori All Blacks, New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has concluded.