'The beast keeps rolling on' - Joe McCarthy relishing latest New Zealand clash
He's not the freshest face in the camp but Joe McCarthy won’t be written off as an elder statesman just yet.
Autumn Nations Series Sport News
Munster not for Holland 'at this stage' with focus on awesome job with All Blacks
Former Munster centre Jason Holland, who had previously expressed an interest in returning to the province in a coaching capacity, has ruled himself out of contention for the vacant head coach position.
Samu Kerevi defends Eddie Jones after claims he 'ruled by fear' as England coach
Australia centre Samu Kerevi has defended Eddie Jones after claims the coach ruled by fear during his seven-year spell in charge of England.
All Blacks blockbuster kicks off exciting autumn schedule for Ireland
If we were being picky, we would have placed Friday night's under-lights blockbuster at the far end of the Autumn Nations Series but with four tantalising Test matches over the next four weekends on the menu, we're not going to complain.
All Blacks clash not a 'revenge' mission, says Ireland full-back Hugo Keenan
Ireland are still hurting from their last meeting with New Zealand but won't bill Friday’s game as a "revenge" mission, according to Hugo Keenan.
Johnny Sexton not limited to out-half tips in Ireland set-up
Johnny Sexton's remit in Ireland camp won’t be limited to mentoring the out-halves, according to Simon Easterby.
Andes crash survivor talk 'inspirational' for Irish squad
The Irish rugby squad were given an "inspirational" speech by Nando Parrado, one of the Uruguayan rugby players who survived the 1972 Andes plane crash portrayed in the movie Alive.
All Blacks' Barrett brothers back for England clash
Beauden Barrett will start at out-half for New Zealand against England on Saturday, with his brothers Scott and Jordie also in the powerful-looking side named by coach Scott Robertson.