Quick Picks – Saturday’s Tests

There are five Saturday matches to look forward to, including the jewel in the crown, the first Lions test against Australia. The South African tournament concludes, and Georgia visit Argentina.

In Review

A long day at the office for the Eagles against a dominant Fiji, while Canada put up a fight but ultimately fell to resurgent Japan in Pacific Nations Cup action.

Quick Picks

The final week of the Pacific Nations Cup gets underway in a few short hours as the North American sides chance their arm in the land of the rising sun.

Team of the Week

There were some exceptional individual performances this past weekend, making some of the selections for this week’s team very difficult indeed. Here are the fifteen that arguably impressed the most.

In Review Part 2

Samoa and South Africa book an appointment after solid wins, England cruises to a series win in Buenos Aires, and the Canadians run out of steam against Ireland in Toronto.

In Review Part 1

An historic victory for Japan over Wales, a redeeming victory for Tonga, a return to form for the All Blacks, and impressive stuff from the Lions in New South Wales.

Quick Picks Part 2

Now for part two. Italy, Samoa, South Africa and Scotland introduce Nelspruit to international rugby, England look to a series win in Argentina, and Canada host struggling Ireland in Toronto.

Quick Picks Part 1

Another eight tests on the horizon this weekend, so best to keep them in two parts once again. First, to fantasy land! A story of eagles, dragons, lions, and cockerels!

Bits & Pieces

New caps, old caps, top point scorers, injuries, suspensions, and loads of squad changes. Check inside for the odds and ends that you might not have noticed from the weekend.