Preview – New Zealand vs England
Much has been said in the press about the ‘weak’ England side sent to do battle in the first test, but is it really that bad a selection?
Quick Picks
Brief previews, predictions and player penpics for Australia vs France, South Africa vs World XV, and Argentina vs Ireland.
Preview – Fiji vs Italy
While New Zealand might be too busy to tour their neighbours, Italy have travelled halfway around the world to begin their own Pacific adventure.
Preview – Samoa vs Tonga
After spending last June involved in the mini-tournament in South Africa, Samoa return to a watered down Pacific Nations Cup tournament against Tonga.
Ten To Watch In New Zealand
The IRB Junior World Championships kick off in New Zealand a little less than 24 hours from now. Here are ten among many future stars worth keeping an eye on.
Preview – England vs Barbarians
The weekend of ostensibly meaningless international fixtures comes to a close as England host the Barbarians for their annual fixture at Twickenham.
Preview – Canada Trial Match
It might be taking place under the convenient guise of the celebration of British Columbia’s 125th year of rugby, but make no mistake this is very much a trial match.
Preview – Wales Trial Match
Another strange match, this one as close to pointless as it gets. With so many injured or unavailable, one wonders why this is even taking place.
Preview – Japan vs Samoa
With a poor excuse for a Pacific Nations Cup lined up for this year, the two nations have taken it upon themselves to schedule an extra match to act as a warm up.
Preview – USA vs Uruguay
It’s time for round 2 of the Americas 2 World Cup qualifier between Uruguay and the United States, and this one is for all the marbles after the draw in Montevideo.