Quick Picks – Sunday’s Tests
Sunday is a rugby day! Fiji face Tonga for Pacific Nations Cup glory, and the United States will be hoping to escape the dungeon and a tournament whitewash against Japan.
Sunday is a rugby day! Fiji face Tonga for Pacific Nations Cup glory, and the United States will be hoping to escape the dungeon and a tournament whitewash against Japan.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Now on to four more in part two. The Springboks host Italy, Tonga lines up the Canadians, England ventures to Argentina, and Ireland face an impressive Eagles lineup in Texas.
With so many big games on deck this weekend it’s best to split the previews into two parts. Here’s the heads up on the first four matches worth checking out.
Two mid-week games entertain us until the massive weekend ahead. The Lions officially get their Australia tour underway against the Force, while Canada host Fiji in Pacific Nations Cup action.
This weekend offers up the first round of the reformed Pacific Nations Cup while fan-favorites the Barbarians take on England. A great way to kick off the next few weeks!
The tournament that never was? One that had promised so much only six weeks ago has been mired in damp weather and despairingly bland tactics. Will the final weekend deliver?