Josh van der Flier named World Player of the Year
Ireland and Leinster flanker Josh van der Flier has been named World Rugby Men's Player of the Year.
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New Zealand's Perenara out for several months after rupturing Achilles
New Zealand halfback TJ Perenara faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after rupturing his Achilles in the closing stages of Saturday's 25-25 draw with England and now faces a race against time to get fit in time for next September's World Cup.
New Zealand succumb to Indian star Suryakumar's ton in second T20
Batting dynamo Suryakumar Yadav says his "special" century against New Zealand was forged on enjoyment and hard work as he steered India to a 65-run in the second Twenty20 International on Sunday.
Yadav powers India to big win despite Southee hat-trick
:New Zealand's Tim Southee claimed a hat-trick but Suryakumar Yadav smashed a blistering hundred to help secure India's comprehensive 65-run victory in the second Twenty20 International at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Sunday.
Yadav powers India to 191-6 despite Southee hat-trick
Veteran New Zealand bowler Tim Southee claimed a hat-trick but Suryakumar Yadav's blistering hundred powered India to a commanding 191-6 in the second Twenty20 International at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Sunday.
Russell back in the driving seat for Scotland
EDINBURGH : Finn Russell wasted no time in reminding Scotland of his match winning ability, an admission coach Gregor Townsend has been forced to make after initially leaving the maverick flyhalf out of his squad.
Sexton setback a blessing in disguise for Ireland - Farrell
DUBLIN : Losing captain Johnny Sexton to injury shortly before Saturday's 13-10 victory over Australia was a blessing in disguise for Ireland as they tested their squad depth and resolve ahead of next year's World Cup, coach Andy Farrell said.