Today's rugby news as Warburton proud of performance after player abuse and Wales display 'light years away from Italy defeat'
These are your rugby headlines on the morning of Sunday, July 3
Rugby Sport News
Poston closing in on John Deere Classic victory
JT Poston is on the verge of completing a wire-to-wire victory at the John Deere Classic as he heads into Sunday's final round in Illinois with a three-shot lead.
Former Rangers winger Jordan Jones 'linked' with Scottish Premiership transfer from Wigan
Jordan Jones has been linked with a return to Scotland with one of his former clubs for the new campaign.
Rugby-Farrell refuses to rule out Sexton for Ireland's second All Blacks test
(Reuters) - Ireland coach Andy Farrell has held out hope Johnny Sexton will be available to face New Zealand this week in Dunedin after the fly-half passed the second of three concussion tests following his removal from Saturday's loss against the All Blacks.
South Africa v Wales winners and losers as Pivac earns respite and personal horror show unfolds
Wales’ latest defeat to South Africa was one that will live long in the memory of supporters from both nations.
Bok coach Nienaber defends Elton Jantjies first-half horror show
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber defended Elton Jantjies' errant performance in South Africa's 32-29 win against Wales at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, saying ring-rust played a huge role in his display.
Argentina give Cheika debut victory over Scotland
Australian Michael Cheika's tenure as Argentina coach got off to a perfect start on Saturday as the Pumas beat Scotland 26-18 in San Salvador de Jujuy, their first home match in almost three years.
Farrell refuses to rule out Sexton for Ireland's second All Blacks test
Ireland coach Andy Farrell has held out hope Johnny Sexton will be available to face New Zealand this week in Dunedin after the fly-half passed the second of three concussion tests following his removal from Saturday's loss against the All Blacks.