Preview – Australia vs France
Les Bleus were mauled by the Wallabies a week ago, but it’s a very different French team that Australia will face this week in Melbourne.
Preview – New Zealand vs England
The All Blacks got a bit lucky against a defiant English team in Auckland last week. With several reinforcements in the side, can the visitors steal a win?
Preview – Fiji vs Tonga
After a solid victory over the Azzurri in Suva last week, Fiji head across Viti Levu to Lautoka, where they begin their Pacific Nations Cup against Tonga.
Preview – Samoa vs Italy
The Azzurri continue their Pacific voyage as they take on the Manu Samoa at home in Apia. Both sides had subpar outings last week so they’ll be keen to step up.
Preview – Canada vs Japan
Canada kicks off its season against old rival Japan, a team they haven’t managed better than a draw against in nearly a decade.
Preview – United States vs Scotland
The Eagles close out the test weekend by welcoming Scotland to the searing heat of Houston, hoping to catch the visitors off-guard and score an upset.
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.