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.
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England fined by World Rugby for haka response that left New Zealand stunned
England prop Joe Marler has apologised after his controversial comments on the haka, describing it as "ridiculous" and suggesting it should be scrapped, sparked outrage. The 34-year-old faced a backlash after posting on social media that the iconic pre-match Maori challenge "needs binning" and adding, "It's only any good when teams actually front it with some sort of reply," before he subsequently deleted his account.
Wallaby Valetini looks to restore Australian pride
MELBOURNE : Loose forward Rob Valetini is looking to change perceptions of Australian rugby on the tour of the northern hemisphere following a difficult period for the Wallabies.
Under-strength All Blacks batter Japan ahead of European tour
New Zealand ran in 10 tries to kick off their end-of-season tour with a convincing 64-19 victory over a lively Japan side in an entertaining test at Yokohama's International Stadium.
Ten-try All Blacks thrash Japan to open end-of-season tour
YOKOHAMA : New Zealand ran in 10 tries to kick off their end-of-season tour with a convincing 64-19 victory over a lively Japan side in an entertaining test at Yokohama's International Stadium on Saturday.
Jones's Japan aim to take the game to the All Blacks
YOKOHAMA :Coach Eddie Jones has promised his Japan team will challenge the All Blacks with a fast-paced game for the full 80 minutes when the sides meet at Yokohama's International Stadium on Saturday.
Rugby League convert Suaalii in Wallabies squad for Europe, Skelton returns
Rugby league convert Joseph Suaalii was on Tuesday named for the Wallabies' northern hemisphere tour next month after just two training sessions with the squad.
Tuipulotu to captain All Blacks for the first time in Japan Test
Patrick Tuipulotu was on Tuesday named All Blacks captain for the first time as they prepare to face Japan in Yokohama, with Damian McKenzie replacing Beauden Barrett at flyhalf.