Rónan Kelleher on course to return as Ireland ramp up preparations for All Blacks
Hooker Rónan Kelleher is on course to be fit for Ireland's Test match against New Zealand on Friday week.
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Flyer Graham back on the wing for Scotland
Winger Darcy Graham has returned to the Scotland team for his first international since last year’s World Cup after being included for Saturday’s test against Fiji.
Haka is in our DNA, says All Blacks coach
LONDON : New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has defended his team's pre-match haka after England prop Joe Marler stoked up the tension ahead of Saturday's Twickenham clash by saying it was "ridiculous and needs binning".
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.
Barrett at flyhalf for New Zealand against England
LONDON :Beauden Barrett will start at flyhalf for New Zealand against England on Saturday, with his brothers Scott and Jordie also in the powerful-looking side named by coach Scott Robertson on Thursday.
All Blacks recall big guns for England clash
New Zealand coach Scott Robertson on Thursday recalled several senior players as he made changes to his side to play England in this weekend's November international at Twickenham.
IRFU announces return of 'A' Interprovincial Championship
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has announced the return of the ‘A’ Interprovincial Men’s Championship, which will kick off next month.
French rugby federation bans alcohol, proposes drug tests to improve discipline
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) has banned players from drinking alcohol during national team gatherings as part of efforts to improve discipline following a series of controversies off the field this year.