'I knew I would be back' - Baloucoune ready to take his chance
Robert Baloucoune says he's a patient man, and you'd be inclined to believe him.
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Ireland, South Africa both hoping for stern test in Dublin
DUBLIN : Ireland host South Africa in Dublin on Saturday in an autumn international clash between the top side in the global rankings and the world champions, which comes 10 months before they meet again at the Rugby World Cup in France.
Wales’s history makers take aim at inconsistent New Zealand
CARDIFF : Wales are confident they have the right combinations for success as they take on a New Zealand side in Cardiff on Saturday that has lost its veneer of invincibly this year but is hoping to rediscover it in the autumn international series.
Scotland taking no chances against maverick islanders
EDINBURGH : Scotland might have the All Blacks in their sights in just over a week but they are taking no chances against Fiji this weekend and have named a strong side to take on the maverick Pacific islanders at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Williamson wants to hit top gear with T20 World Cup semi-final in sight
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said on Thursday he was staying patient and working to hit top gear as the Black Caps look to clinch a T20 World Cup semi-final berth against Ireland.
Smith to leapfrog Carter as most capped All Blacks back against Wales
Scrumhalf Aaron Smith was named in New Zealand's team to play Wales on Saturday, when he will surpass Dan Carter as the most capped back in All Blacks history.
'First class' Herring and Timoney sign new Ulster deals
Ulster duo Rob Herring and Nick Timoney have committed their futures to the province until the end of 2024-25 season.
Murray returns to Ireland starting lineup to win 100th cap
DUBLIN : Conor Murray will make his first Ireland start in almost a year and win his 100th cap at home to South Africa on Saturday after Andy Farrell made two changes from the side that wrapped up July's series victory in New Zealand.