Magical Manu Fall Just Short In Paris
The intent of the Samoans was clear from the outset as they looked to claim their second upset victory in as many weeks.
Inaccuracy Costs Canada Against Maori
With conditions less than optimal the game got off to a blistering with both sides looking to get stuck in early.
Quick Picks
Brief previews of the other nine major international games lined up this weekend.
Match Preview – Canada vs NZ Maori
Canada’s 2012 campaign comes to a close in Oxford on Friday against the mighty Maori from New Zealand.
Bits & Pieces
A farewell to some prominent rugby men, injury updates, highlights, scorers, and assorted bits from the weekend’s action.
Team Of The Week
Some new names and some regulars are in this week’s top XV!
In Review – Ten Matches Summarised
Briefs on all ten major internationals from the weekend.
Canada Sprints To Victory Over Russia
It was a quick start from Canada as they immediately put Russia on the back foot and a nice inside ball to Taylor Paris put them in scoring position.
Tonga Overpowers Eagles In Colwyn Bay
After facing the narrow, almost timid attack of of Russia for the best part of last week’s test, the Eagles were immediately put under pressure in the wide spaces as Tonga looked to play the game with real width.
Samoa Outplay Wales In Cardiff
An astonishing opening at the Millenium Stadium saw Samoa score only a minute into the match.