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Tommy O'Donnell has signed a two-year contract extension with Munster and the Ireland Rugby Football Union.

Tongan tighthead prop Sila Puafisi has signed for English club Gloucester.

Former Italy prop Giampiero De Carli will take up the position as Azzurri forwards coach next season.

Wales will face a refreshed Wallaby side in their final Test of the year at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.

Springbok skipper Jean de Villiers will captain the Barbarians in Saturday’s clash against Fiji at Twickenham.

The rugby365 November internationals prediction challenge culminates this weekend.

The Wallabies have climbed back to third place on the IRB World Rankings after their 21-15 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield at the weekend.

Concussion in contacts sport is becoming an ever-growing concern.

Ospreys lock James King has been called up to train with the Wales squad ahead of Saturday's Millennium Stadium clash against Australia.

Wales coach Paul John has made three changes to his squad for the second and third rounds of the IRB Sevens World Series.

Ireland may be struggling to come to terms with their loss to New Zealand, but there is some consolation in our famous weekly selection.

Western Force inside centre Kyle Godwin has returned to team training, following shoulder surgery at the end of the 2013 Super Rugby season.

All Black captain Richie McCaw revealed the words of inspiration that helped New Zealand return from the brink of defeat against Ireland at the weekend.

Robbie Deans bemoaned the 'toxic' in Quade Cooper. Ewen McKenzie removed the venomous undercurrent that stopped him from reaching his true potential.

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt said it was devastating that his side had come within seconds of an historic first ever win over New Zealand.

A slight quadriceps strain to Cameron Clark has forced a change to the Australian team for the second round of the 2013/14 IRB Sevens World Series in Dubai this week.

The Springboks' first victory over France in France in 16 years has capped off a season of marked improvement for South Africa.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen was a proud man after a dramatic comeback against Ireland capped an unbeaten year for his side.  

A late Jimmy Gopperth penalty saw Leinster narrowly escape with a 21-20 win against Treviso at the Stadio Monigo.  

Two tries from Semesa Rokoduguni saw Bath end London Wasps' 100% home record as they came away from Adams Park with a 28-5 victory.  

New Zealand ended the first perfect season in professional rugby with a spectacular finish in Dublin on Sunday.

Ireland may be heartbroken at going down in such a cruel way, but they can be proud of their performance in Dublin on Sunday.

The All Blacks clinched a dramatic 24-22 victory over Ireland in Dublin to record the first perfect season in the professional era.

France coach Philippe Saint-Andre said that the gap between his side and the top two in the world is obvious.

Italy coach Jacques Brunel pointed his players back to the drawing board after a 19-14 defeat to Argentina.

The Wallabies' revival gathered pace at Murrayfield, with a hard-fought victory over Scotland making it three wins in a row.

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers has hailed his team as one of the best in the country's history after losing only to the All Blacks this year.

Japan coach Eddie Jones has been released from hospital nearly 40 days after suffering a stroke ahead of their clash with the All Blacks.

The USA Eagles defeated Russia 28-7 Saturday at Allianz Park to make it consecutive wins following last weekend’s 25-24 victory against Georgia.

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer put his side's unbeaten European tour down to the commitment and unity of the squad.

All Blacks captain Richie McCaw believes that his side will have to battle all the way against Ireland to make it a perfect year.

France lacked flair but showed plenty of fight in their 10-19 loss to the Springboks at Stade de France on Saturday.

Three first-half tries from Munster helped them overcome a struggling Cardiff Blues 31-10.

South Africa recorded their first ever win at Stade de France, and their first in Paris since 1997, when they beat France 19-10 on Saturday.

Scotland battled valiantly but lacked the cutting edge to avoid a 21-15 defeat to the Wallabies at Murrayfield.

Australia did just enough at Murrayfield on Saturday as they secured a nervy 21-15 victory over a spirited Scotland.

The Springboks, frustrated and fatigued, achieved their year-end objective in their 19-10 victory over France in Paris on Saturday.

Australia hung on in the face of some stubborn Scotland resistance to record a 21-15 win at Murrayfield on Saturday.

Ben Ransom's early try proved the difference as Saracens beat Exeter Chiefs 16-9.

Georgia survived a late onslaught to seal a surprise 16-15 win over Samoa in Tbilisi on Saturday.

Argentina finished their year with the first win of their European tour when they beat Italy 19-14 in a scrappy match at a rain-soaked Stadio Olimpico.

Prolific wing Julian Savea is in doubt for the All Blacks' Test against Ireland after twisting his knee awkwardly at training.

Ireland's New Zealand coach Joe Schmidt said he would have no mixed feelings when his national anthem rings out at Lansdowne Road on Sunday.

New Zealand head into their 14th and final Test of the year with the very real threat of fatigue setting in.

European champions Toulon were jeered off the pitch despite extending their French Top 14 lead with a 15-9 win at home to Perpignan on Friday.

Both Scotland and Australia go into Saturday's Test match at Murrayfield with something to prove, albeit for different reasons.

Wales coach Warren Gatland remains "very confident" of beating Australia despite an unconvincing 17-7 victory over Tonga in Cardiff.

It was an unhappy return to Ravenhill for Edinburgh coach Alan Solomons as Ulster cruised to a comfortable 47-17 victory.

Mark Cueto and Danny Cipriani inspired Sale Sharks to an impressive 26-10 bonus-point victory over Worcester Warriors.

Wales coach Warren Gatland's 100th Test match ended with a 17-7 victory over a spirited Tonga at the Millennium Stadium.  

The SA Referees' Association announced its new panels for 2014. Three changes are obvious - the absence of Jonathan Kaplan, the promotion of Jaco van Heerden and the return of Christie du Preez.

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has been named as one of the five nominees for the prestigious IRB World Player of the Year Award for 2013.

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers has called for his team to 'leave everything out there' in their final Test of the year in Paris.

New Sharks director of Rugby Jake White believes Patrick Lambie has been "messed around" for far too long, and will play flyhalf for the Sharks.

The one is an alternative hooker and the an alternative rocker.

Ras Dumisani and Ard Matthews will forever be infamous as anthem butchers.

Brian O'Driscoll, Johnny Sexton and Rob Kearney have been named in the Ireland team to play New Zealand in their country's final year-end Test, in Dublin on Sunday.

The South African squad for the next two rounds of the IRB World Sevens Series, in Dubai and Port Elizabeth, shows three changes from the 12-man group that finished fourth at the Gold Coast in October.

Jake White is used to, and well equipped, to take struggling teams and turn them into successful units. Now he has to take a successful franchise and make it even better.

France are bracing themselves for a physical battle when they face South Africa in Paris on Saturday.

Australia coach Michael O'Connor has named a squad full of experience for the second round of the 2013/14 IRB Sevens World Series.

Canterbury head coach Scott Robertson has been appointed as the forwards coach for the New Zealand under-20 World Cup campaign in 2014.

Bulls and Springbok Sevens flyer Sampie Mastriet headlines the Blue Bulls team that will travel to Outeniqua Park in December to play in the George 7sPL tournament.

The ugly public spat in Europe took a surprising turn when it was revealed that English clubs face a shut-out after 2014.

The upheavals continue at the Brumbies, with longstanding Chief Executive Andrew Fagan resigning less than six months after renewing his contract with the Super Rugby franchise.

Australian Schools start their tour in the UK and Irleand with two matches in Netah, the first against Walkes S=A, the secoind against Wales.

Australia Schools are to start their tour of the UK and Ireland at the Gnoll on Friday evening when they play Wales A in Neath. They will play eight matches, including internationals against Wales, England, Scotland and Ireland a 'Grand Slam Tour'.

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen has overhauled his starting line-up to ensure fresh legs as the world champion All Blacks.

Stade de France is not a happy hunting ground for the Springboks this century. Paul Dobson previews the Test between France and South Africa.

There is one last chance of redemption for Argentina, when they play Italy in Rome on Saturday.

The All Blacks will be out to make it the first perfect seaason in professional rugby when they face Ireland in Dublin on Sunday.

Warren Gatland will take charge of his 100th Test match when Wales face Tonga at the Millennium Stadium on Friday.

Off-field drama has elevated Saturday’s clash between Scotland and the Wallabies in Edinburgh to new heights.

Round Eight of the Pro12 kicks off on Friday night with both Scottish teams in action - one home and one away.

Tommy Seymour has recovered from a leg injury sustained last weekend and will start in the No.14 jersey for Scotland in Saturday’s Test against Australia.

Table-topping Saracens will be bolstered by the return of their England internationals for the Premiership clash with Exeter Chiefs.

Argentina coach Daniel Hourcade made five changes to his team to face Italy in Rome on Saturday, the last game of their European tour.

Samoan bad boy George Pisi will have to serve his full six-week ban, after his appeal was dismissed on Thursday.

Italian coach Jacques Brunel has made three changes to his starting team for their third and final year-end Test, against Argentina in Rome on Saturday.

French coach Philippe Saint-Andre appears to finally have settled on a preferred halfback combination, after almost two years of 'trials'.

The November Tests roll on this weekend with the Springboks drawing the curtain on their season against France on Saturday. Catch the action LIVE.

Australia's infamous party animals, dubbed the 'Dublin Six' by the media, have been told to "suck it up".

The Wallabies have made eight changes for Saturday's year-end clash with Scotland at Murrayfield.

On Thursday Peter Betham will touch down in Edinburgh, ahead of the Wallabies' fourth year-end tour Test against Scotland on Saturday.

Brian O'Driscoll will need no reminding this week that his record as an Ireland player against New Zealand reads: played 12 and lost 12.

New Zealand hope to produce a great performance, rather than win ugly, as they strive to win all their Test matches in a calendar year.

Gillies Kaka has returned from injury to be included in the New Zealand squad for the next two rounds of the IRB Sevens World Series.

England's Rugby Football Union has suspended Premiership referee David Rose who appeared in court on Monday to answer a benefit fraud charge.

South African Rugby Union CEO Jurie Roux has been linked to a police investigation into major financial irregularities at Stellenbosch University.

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer is unfazed by South Africa's 16-year drought against Les Bleus on French soil ahead of Saturday's clash in Paris.

Melbourne Rebels prop Eddie Aholelei replaces the suspended Sona Taumalolo in the Tonga front row for Friday’s Test against Wales in Cardiff.

South African-born loose forwards Antonie Claassen and Bernard le Roux won’t line up against their countrymen when France face the Springboks on Saturday.

The evolution of the Springboks and progress made by coach Heyneke Meyer is evident in the latest team announcement.

Wallabies centre Matt Toomua will miss the remaining matches of Australia's year-end tour due to a hamstring injury.

Scotland made four changes to their pack and await the fitness of wing Tommy Seymour, before they finalise their back division for Saturday's Test against Australia.

Alex Gray is set to make his first appearance in the IRB Sevens World Series after being named in the England squad for the Dubai tournament.

The core of the Springbok team that has played in 2013 has been selected to start in the final match of the season.

Japan's hosting of the 2019 World Cup will re-ignite interest in the sport in the country.

One is a real-life hero, the other is a fictional villain.

Australia's Sevens team received a timely boost with seven of the country's most talented players signing on until the end of 2015 to help lead the country's quest to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

World Cup-winning Springbok Danie Rossouw may be forced to retire as a result of the onset of arthritis.

The Stormers' Bok trio of Jean de Villiers, Eben Etzebeth and Duane Vermuelen will only be required to join pre-season training in January.  

New Zealand assistant coach Ian Foster said complacency and fatigue won't be excuses should a bid for a perfect year fall at the final hurdle.

With the Movember internationals in full swing it is time to see how our readers measure up.

Last weekend was a ragged one in Test rugby - a plethora of sanctionary cards, ridiculously poor playing surfaces and much time spent waiting for the TMO.

Wallaby centre Tevita Kuridrani will miss Saturday’s Test against Scotland after being handed a five-week suspension on Tuesday.

Former captain James Horwill is confident there won’t be any rifts in the Wallaby squad following coach Ewen McKenzie’s decision to ban six players.

Wing Fergus McFadden compounded Ireland’s injury woes after being ruled out of Saturday’s Test against the All Blacks.

Three senior members of Harlequins' management have committed their immediate future to the club.

France lock Yoann Maestri escaped suspension while Tonga prop Sona Taumalolo was banned at a disciplinary hearing in London on Tuesday.

The Lions will host the Sharks in their third and final Super Rugby pre-season friendly in February.

Wales have made 11 changes for the clash against Tonga on Friday evening with Newport Gwent Dragons' Hallam Amos making his debut on the wing.

Former Springbok coach and current selector Ian McIntosh has been presented with the IRB's Vernon Pugh Award for Distinguished Service, recognising his achievement in changing the face of rugby in South Africa.

Springbok Sevens coach Neil Powell is hoping to have a full-strength squad at his disposal for the upcoming tournaments in Dubai and Port Elizabeth.

The Bulls and the Stormers will put the final touches on their Super Rugby preparations in a warm-up match in Polokwane on February 1 next year.

Rugby fans will be able to vote for in the SARU Rugby Player of the Year Awards.

With tighthead props in short supply, the Test against France in Paris this weekend will provide another Springbok No.3 with a chance to impress.

Whilst the All Blacks will be without the injured Dan Carter in Dublin on Sunday, Ireland may miss the services of their own playmaker Jonny Sexton.

Whilst the England forward pack have shown themselves capable of taking on the best in the world, their backline lacks the same cutting edge.

Wallabies coach Ewen McKenzie made the decision to suspend six players for breaking team protocol with the long-term interests of the side in mind.

Captain Richie McCaw has said there will be an extra edge surrounding their final Test of the year against Ireland as the All Blacks look to make history.

It's the third week of the Test window this week, the last week though there will still be some more afterwards.

No less than 11 Scotland players required treatment on Monday following the bruising 0-28 loss to the Springboks at Murrayfield on Sunday.

Ireland’s minister of transport, tourism and sport Leo Varadkar will seek approval from cabinet on Tuesday to bid to host the 2023 World Cup.

RagingBull regained the lead in the rugby365 November internationals prediction challenge after the weekend’s Tests.

New Zealand marked four years at the summit of the IRB World Rankings on Saturday by consolidating their top spot with a 30-22 win over England.

Nine Springboks have been included in the Barbarians squad to play Fiji at Twickenham on November 30.

The uncapped Frik Kirsten will join the Springboks in Paris, after he was called up as injury replacement for Frans Malherbe.

Tongan prop Sona Taumalolo, French lock Yoann Maestri and Australian centre Tevita Kuridrani will all face hearings on Tuesday after receiving red cards on the weekend.

The Bulls started their Super Rugby pre-season preparations with two of their newest recruits already in the mix.

The Southern Hemisphere's giants won three of their four encounters with their Northern Hemisphere rivals at the weekend.

Junior Springbok Cheslin Kolbe has joined the Springbok Sevens training group in Stellenbosch, ahead of the World Series tournament in Dubai.

Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie has stood down six squad members for one match and sanctioned a further nine for breaches of team protocols.

Scotland were left licking the wounds of their first blank on the scoreboard since a 0-40 Murrayfield defeat by New Zealand during the 2007 World Cup.

Prop Thomas Domingo and No.8 Louis Picamoles were recalled to the 30-strong French preliminary squad for Saturday's Test against South Africa.

The Springboks move on to Paris on a roll of two wins out of two from their November tour of Europe, and with their try-line yet to be breached.

Star flyhalf Dan Carter and prop Tony Woodcock will miss New Zealand's Test against Ireland on Sunday.

South Africa were left counting the cost of their impressive 28-0 shut-out of Scotland in Edinburgh on Sunday.

Scrumhalf Jano Vermaak will join up with the South African touring squad in Paris on Monday, as replacement for Fourie du Preez.

A marine abseiled from the Murrayfield Stadium roof to deliver the match ball.

Australian flyhalf Quade Cooper and his team won rich praise from the Irish media after their 32-15 demolition of Ireland at the weekend.

England captain Chris Robshaw reacted to his side's spirited loss to New Zealand by telling them to win Europe's Six Nations title.

South Africa produced a performance of clinical efficiency to shut out Scotland and secure a 28-0 win on Sunday.

Scotland failed to fire, other than the occasional cheap shot, as they were shut out 0-28 by South Africa.

South Africa produced a clinical performance to secure a 28-0 win over Scotland in Edinburgh on Sunday.

In Windhoek on Saturday evening Namibia beat Kenya 55-33 to win the Triangular series that also =featured Zimbabwe

England hooker Dylan Hartley needed hospital treatment after suffering bruising to a lung.

The Sharks have joined the Cheetahs in dipping into the Eastern Province Kings' talent pool.

New Zealand captain Richie McCaw refused to get carried away after the world champions left themselves just one game away from a perfect year.

Australian captain Ben Mowen said the Wallabies' 32-15 defeat of Ireland had been their most complete performance yet under coach Ewen McKenzie.

France believe the 38-18 victory over Tonga was prefect preparation for what awaits them when they play South Africa.

Ireland can recover from the disappointing 15-32 defeat at against Australia and meet the challenge of world champions New Zealand next Sunday.

Italy coach Jacques Brunel has warned of the threat from Argentina after an edgy 31-37 defeat to Fiji left doubts creeping into the Azzurri game.

Wales coach Warren Gatland may have to go outside his current squad and look at the Welsh regions to help.

Italy centre Luca Morisi has undergone surgery to have his spleen removed, following a heavy tackle.

New Zealand centurion Dan Carter may well have already started a six-month sabbatical.

Ireland suffered a humbling at the hands of the Wallabies in Dublin on Saturday, crashing to a 15-32 loss.

Morgan Parra guided a listless France to a 38-18 victory over Tonga in an ill-tempered one-off Test match in Le Havre on Saturday.

Richie McCaw hailed Dan Carter as "one of the greats" after presenting the star flyhalf with a special silver cap to mark his 100th Test appearance.

The Wallabies outscored Ireland by four tries to nil to record a comfortable 32-15 victory in Dublin on Saturday.

The USA Eagles earned their first win in a year on Saturday with a 25-23 victory against Georgia, thanks to a last-second penalty kick from flyhalf Adam Siddall.

Having battled against Scotland in the past Springbok captain Jean de Villiers is adamant his team will take nothing for granted at Murrayfield on Sunday.  

Mercurial flyhalf Quade Cooper pulled the strings as the Wallabies scored a comprehensive 32-15 win over Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.

New Zealand are the best team in the world and on Saturday they showed why - by beating England 30-22 at Twickenham.

Italy survived a late fight back by Fiji to secure an edgy 37-31 win over the South Pacific Islanders in the second Test of their November series on Saturday.  

New Zealand won, but England, without doubt, provided the All Blacks with their toughest Test of the year.

Wales were simply too strong for Argentina at the Millenium Stadium on Saturday, cruising to a resounding 40-6 victory.

The All Blacks kept their unbeaten run this year going with a hard-fought 30-22 victory over England at Twickenham on Saturday.

Scotland's interim head coach Scott Johnson has urged his side to play without fear when they tackle South Africa at Murrayfield on Sunday.  

On Friday night at Parc Eirias in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, Japan beat Russia 40-13 after the scores were level at 13-all at the break.

Wallabies captain Ben Mowen believes that they have built 'good foundations' under coach Ewen McKenzie.

Italy captain Sergio Parisse and prop Martin Castrogiovanni have brushed aside the importance of reaching 100 caps against Fiji on Saturday.

France coach Philippe Saint-Andre has vowed to rid his side of the bitter taste of defeat when they host Tonga in Le Havre on Saturday.

Wales will attempt to halt their 11-game streak without a win in an year-end Test when they face Argentina at the Millennium Stadium.

With the exception of Bakkies Botha, all the locks currently in the Springbok squad will soon be able to play in both second row positions.

All Blacks captain Richie McCaw said there was a special “edge” about their clash with England following their shock loss last year.  

Defending champions Despatch will square up to arch-rivals Spring Rose on the opening weekend of the 2014 Community Cup.

Samoan centre George Pisi has formally appealed his six-week playing suspension for a tip tackle against Ireland.

The RFU revenue for the last year reached over £150m for the first time in their history, with investment in rugby as a whole rising to just under £64m.

New Zealand will look to make it 13 wins out of 13 this year when they face England at Twickenham on Saturday.

The one is a Kilted Kiwi and the other a Belgian martial artist.

The next chapter in Siyamthanda Kolisi's 'rags to riches' story could be written on the hallowed turf of Murrayfield on Saturday.

In the final match of the Triangular Tournament in Windhoek, Namibia meet Kenya in a good position to win the tournament.

All Black coach Steve Hansen spat the dummy over the sneaky behaviour of an English journalist, which supposedly revealed confidential team information.

rugby365 brings you a collection of views from the Springbok camp ahead of South Africa's one-off Test against against Scotland in Edinburgh on Sunday.

Scotland's New Zealand Maori import Sean Maitland is one of four internationals due to appear in court in connection with an alleged serious assault.

Australia are chasing their first back-to-back victories of 2013 and their first win over Ireland in Dublin in almost a decade.

France will be out to erase the memory of one of their most embarrassing defeats when they face Tonga in Le Havre on Saturday.

Paul Dobson gives us his view of the one-off Test between Scotland and South Africa at Murrayfield on Sunday.

Both teams will feel that they have something to prove when England take on New Zealand at Twickenham on Saturday.

The BlitzBbokke are preparing for the next part of their Sevens journey.

Italian coach Jacques Brunel is hoping a selection shake-up will revive his team's fortunes in the second of their November Tests, against Fiji on Saturday.

Steve Hansen said Dan Carter was a "special, special player" as the flyhalf prepared to become only the fifth All Blacks player to win 100 caps.

England prop Alex Corbisiero faces a lengthy spell out of action after his club, Northampton, said he required knee surgery.

Bakkies Botha is one of South Africa's most celebrate locks of all time, but will have to prove his worth against Scotland.

Wales won’t be caught off guard when they face the Pumas at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.

Argentina coach Daniel Hourcade has made four changes to his starting line-up for Saturday’s Test against Wales in Cardiff.

Vastly experienced lock Paul O'Connell will lead Ireland against Australia in Dublin this Saturday.

Gethin Jenkins will win his 100th cap for Wales on Saturday in a side to face Argentina which includes uncapped centre Cory Allen and four personnel changes.

The November Tests are in full swing, with South Africa playing Scotland in a rare Sunday international. Catch the action LIVE right here.

Ewen McKenzie received the best complement since taking over from Robbie Deans - the Wallabies are no longer clueless.

Wing Sofiane Guitoune and centre Gael Fickou will start a Test match for France for the first time, against Tonga in Le Havre on Saturday.

Veteran lock Bakkies Botha will start for the Springboks in his first Test in two years against Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.

The Varsity Cup will lend itself to further refereeing experimentation, with the tournament set to employ two referees in every fixture in 2014.

Dylan Hartley will win his 50th England cap against New Zealand in Saturday's international at Twickenham Stadium.

Coach Ewen McKenzie axed veteran prop Ben Alexander as he looks to cure Australia's scrum ailments ahead of their Test against Ireland.

Australian wing Digby Ioane is still waiting for the medical staff of his Top 14 club Stade Francais to give him permission to start playing again.

South Africa simply can't afford a repeat of their 'slow' start that nearly cost them so dearly in June, when they meet Scotland on Sunday.

The Queensland Reds will start their 2014 Super Rugby campaign with a pre-season match against defending champions, the Chiefs, in Toowoomba on February 8.

The Chiefs, Canterbury and All Blacks dominate this year's annual celebration of the best of New Zealand.

All Black coach Steve Hansen made just one change to his starting line-up for Saturday's revenge mission against England.

England flank Steffon Armitage ended speculation about his future after signing a new three-year deal with French club Toulon.

Wales attack coach Rob Howley says Gethin Jenkins is anything but a typical front row forward ahead of the prop’s 100th Test on Saturday.

England flyhalf Owen Farrell is relishing the prospect of lining up against All Black great Dan Carter at Twickenham on Saturday.

South African-born loose forward Antonie Claassen is one of seven players cut from the France squad ahead of the weekend’s game against Tonga.

John Philip Botha is a true giant of the game, but it is the respect his peers and teammates have for him that is one of his most endearing traits.

South Africa may be looking to evolve their game, but Scotland believe their soft underbelly may still be the breakdown.

Graham Rowntree has thrown down the gauntlet to the England forwards to produce "the full package" against New Zealand on Saturday.  

Loosehead prop Tom Court will leave Ulster at the end of this season after he agreed a new long term contract with Premiership club London Irish.

Teenage lock forward Jonny Gray is the only uncapped player in Scotland's 23-man squad to face South Africa at Murrayfield on Sunday.

England officials have given fans a glimpse of what it looks on the inner sanctum of the national team's pre-match build-up.

Australia may have dropped to fourth on the IRB world rankings, but they are not a team on the slide.

An English newspaper has exposed the All Blacks' motivational methods after gaining access to the tourist's team meeting room.

There were wild scenes in Tbilsi at the weekend.

Kieran Read says the All Blacks will be more eager to mark Dan Carter's 100th cap with a good performance than avenge last year's loss to England.

Samoa centre George Pisi has been suspended for six weeks for a tip tackle on Ireland wing Tommy Bowe.

England’s front row crisis worsened after it was confirmed that Alex Corbisiero has been ruled out of Saturday’s Test against the All Blacks.

James Horwill has voiced his disappointment over being axed as Wallaby skipper and says he would love to regain the captaincy from Ben Mowen.

Wales prop Adam Jones will miss the Six Nations champions' three remaining Tests this year due to injury.

England centre Manu Tuilagi could miss next year's Six Nations after undergoing surgery to repair a torn pectoral muscle.

The South African Rugby Players’ Association has expressed concern at the financial situation at the Border Bulldogs.

Scotland have called up seven players as they battle with a number of injuries in their camp ahead of the clash with the Springboks at Murrayfield on Sunday.

France and Montpellier flank Fulgence Ouedraogo has extended his contract with the Top 14 side, the club announced on Tuesday.  

A new black-owned side, Eye of the Tiger Academy, will compete with other privately owned teams for the prize money of R1 million at the George Sevens Premier League.

Wales and Scarlets centre Jonathan Davies has signed a two-year contract with Clermont, the French Top 14 club announced on Tuesday.  

Stuart Lancaster has urged his England side to believe they can do what no other side has managed this year and beat New Zealand on Saturday.

Jaque Fourie still adds plenty of value to the Springbok backline, despite the appetite among some pundits to write him off.  

His legs may be growing weary but the Wallabies are wary of Irish great Brian O'Driscoll's rugby brain in this weekend's Test of character in Dublin.

Although his passion for Test rugby remains, All Blacks hooker Andrew Hore's time in the Test arena appears to be drawing to a close.  

SARU confirmed the names of 10 Springboks who were awarded long-term national contracts in August this year.

England coach Stuart Lancaster kept his cool ahead of this coming Saturday's match against New Zealand.

Most of the fuss was about Morne Steyn's back spasms, but Patrick Lambie may well be the player to steal the Springbok spotlight this week.

Ireland will be without Keith Earls and Chris Henry in Saturday's Test against Australia in Dublin.

Round Two of the rugby365 November internationals prediction challenge shook things up in no uncertain terms.

Henley Hawks wing Richard Briggs has been suspended for two years by the Rugby Football Union for an anti-doping violation.

England play New Zealand at Twickenham, the big match of the weekend, and for the third time in three matches this month they have a South African referee.

England coach Stuart Lancaster has a potential front row crisis on his hands ahead of the Test against the All Blacks at Twickenham on Saturday.

Sharks fullback Louis Ludik says he took up an offer from French club Agen after being told he’s not in Heyneke Meyer’s Springbok plans.

The Springboks' victory over Wales on Saturday has slightly narrowed the gap between them and the All Blacks at the top of the IRB world rankings.

Two players have been cited for alleged foul play, following the weekend's round of Test matches.

Selecting a team from 10 internationals, some games not so 'international', is always a tough task.

The Springboks are confident that flyhalf Morne Steyn will be fit and available for the clash with Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.  

Wales coach Warren Gatland was left lamenting the disparity in differing regional rugby after seeing his team go down 24-15 to South Africa.

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen has said his side had learnt from last year's mistakes ahead of their much-anticipated rematch with England.

France captain Thierry Dusautoir admitted the search for a victory has become a desperate affair for Les Bleus.

Kings duo Rynier Bernardo and Shane Gates have both been called up to the Cheetahs wider training camp ahead of next year's Super Rugby season.

New Zealand-born England hooker Dylan Hartley is expecting 'payback' from the All Blacks when they meet at Twickenham on Saturday.

There is no doubt Dan Carter is one of the most celebrated players, but it appears he is no longer guaranteed a starting place in the All Black team.

The Maori All Blacks ran in four tries to one to defeat the USA 29-19 in Saturday’s second and final match of the North American tour.

All Black captain Richie McCaw added another accolade to his unrivalled résumé in the 26-19 win over France at the Stade de France on Saturday.

Wales have called up four players following the physically intense Test against the Springboks at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.

Scotland coach Scott Johnson was struggling to evaluate his side’s win over Japan as he looked ahead to the sterner test South Africa will pose next Sunday.

Joe Schmidt admitted relief was his overwhelming emotion after leading Ireland to a 40-9 victory over Samoa in his first game in charge.

The Springboks attended the Premier League clash between Manchester United and Arsenal on Sunday.

The awe-inspiring Quade Cooper of old returned against Italy in Turin on Saturday to lead the Wallabies to a 50-20 rout.

All Black wing Charles Piutau announced himself on the international stage in the 26-19 victory over France in Paris on Saturday.

France have called up Frederic Michalak and Fulgence Ouedraogo for next weekend’s Test against Tonga.

Argentina coach Daniel Hourcade felt his team’s poor first-half performance cost them Saturday’s match against England at Twickenham.

Wales’ woes were compounded after their loss to the Springboks after confirmation that Jonathan Davies has been ruled out for the rest of the year.

England coach Stuart Lancaster knows his side will have to up their game when world champions New Zealand arrive at Twickenham seeking revenge.

First-choice Springbok flyhalf Morné Steyn could miss next weekend’s Test against Scotland due to a back injury.

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer hailed his experienced campaigners for not buckling under pressure in their 24-15 victory over Wales on Saturday.

New Zealand were slightly off the standards they normally set for themselves, but still managed to hang tough and secure a win.

France, as they often do, threatened to upset New Zealand. In the end they lost 19-26. It was thrilling and entertaining.

New Zealand held on in the face of a strong French rally late in the second half to claim a thrilling 26-19 win in Paris on Saturday.

Wales will feel that with a bit of luck on their side, they could have recorded a second win over the Springboks at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.

Ireland began the Joe Schmidt era with a convincing five-try, 40-9 victory over injury-stuck Samoa at Lansdowne Road on Saturday.

South Africa overcame two yellow cards and a number of questionable calls to beat Wales 24-15 in Cardiff on Saturday.

Georgia secured a scrappy 19-15 victory over Canada in their clash in Tbilisi on Saturday.

Argentina fought hard in the second half, but it was not enough to avoid a 31-12 defeat to England at Twickenham.

Scotland survived two second half scares to get their November Test campaign off to a winning start against a plucky Japanese side with a 42-17 victory.

The Springboks steamrolled Wales en route to a 24-15 win in Cardiff on Saturday as they reverted to their power-driven approach.

England were unconvincing in the second half, but still did enough to secure a 31-12 victory over Argentina at Twickenham.

England got their second big Southern Hemisphere scalp when they dispatched Argentina 31-12 at Twickenham on Saturday.

We take a look at Wales' first-ever win over South Africa - in 1999!

Australia produced probably their most emphatic performance under Ewen McKenzie to rout Italy 50-20 in Turin on Saturday.

Namibia came from behind to beat Zimbabwe 35-26 in Windhoek, in the opening match of the Triangular Tournament which also involves Kenya.

New Zealand will wear a specially designed white jersey with a red poppy on the sleeve when they tackle France in Paris on Saturday.

Italy have a historic first victory over a wounded Wallabies side in their sights on Saturday but remain wary of a backlash.

The last time Scotland faced Japan, at McDiarmid Park in Perth back in 2004, they racked up their first ever century of points.

Wales are backing scrumhalf Mike Phillips to produce a trademark big-match performance against South Africa on Saturday.

Johan Ackermann has extended his contract as head coach with the Golden Lions for a further two years.

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers has played down the presence of 11 successful British and Irish Lions in the Wales team.  

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen said he will be taking nothing for granted when his side tackle France in Paris on Saturday.

Scrumhalf Morgan Parra and flyhalf Remi Tales will form a new and interesting halfback pairing for France in Saturday's Test against New Zealand.

Danny Care will replace Ben Youngs on the England replacements’ bench for Saturday's Test against Argentina at Twickenham.

Wales are depending on the spirit that saw the B&I Lions record a series win over Australia in mid-year for their opening year-end Test against South Africa.

On Friday night in Windhoek Namibia plays Zimbabwe to start three days of international rugby, featuring Kenya, Zimbabwe and hosts Namibia.

Scrumhalf Kahn Fotuali'i has been chosen to captain Samoa for Saturday's encounter with Ireland in Dublin.

Emotions will be running high when Ireland take on Samoa in Dublin on Saturday.

The IRB suspended New Zealand women's Sevens player Lavinia Gould for two years, following a positive test for a banned stimulant.

Todd Clever will lead the American charge when they face up to the New Zealand Maori in a one-off 'international' in Philadelphia on Saturday.

England will be out to make it two southern hemisphere scalps in a row when they take on Argentina at Twickenham on Saturday.

Paul Dobson makes his call on the Test between Six Nations champions Wales and South Africa at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium on Saturday.

A relatively experimental France side will have to get the better of New Zealand's most experienced pack ever.

Italy are cautiously optimistic, hoping for another big scalp. Australia are desperate for redemption.

Exeter Chiefs stalwart Tom Hayes retired from the professional game with immediate effect on Thursday.

Scotland will use the Test against Japan at Murrayfield on Saturday to get their structures in order ahead of next weekend’s clash with the Springboks.

Australian-born Luke McLean will line up against his countrymen after being named in the Italy starting XV for Saturday’s Test in Turin.

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen expects Ben Smith to go from strength to strength despite a difficult start to life in the All Black jersey.

Japan made three changes from the side beaten 54-6 by world champions in New Zealand in Tokyo last weekend.

Barn-storming Springbok flank Francois Louw bucked the trend by turning his back on his native South Africa.

Paul O'Connell has been named as Ireland captain, but will play off the bench in their one-off Test against Samoa in Dublin on Saturday.

SACS have a tough fixture list for 2014 with nowhere to hide in the tough Western Province Schools League.

Ospreys wing Eli Walker has been ruled out of Saturday's Test against South Africa due to injury.

With the November Tests in full swing, we are in for a blockbuster Saturday of international rugby. Catch the action LIVE right here.

St Stithians will again be holding its Easter Rugby Festival in 2014, as it has done since 1984. It is the oldest of all South Africa's Easter rugby festivals.

Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie  believes referees are being unfair to his team and should not be penalising their misfiring scrum as often as they do.

England will field an all new front row in Saturday's international against Argentina at Twickenham.

French coach Philippe Saint-Andre took a big gamble when he named the inexperienced flyhalf Remi Tales to partner Morgan Parra at halfback.

Border schools have voiced their concern that they are being seen as rugby nurseries for schools in other parts of the country.

Wallaby forward Rob Simmons has been chosen at blindside flank in the only change made to the Australian starting line-up.

Pumas speedster Rosco Speckman was this week added to the Springbok Sevens training squad in Stellenbosch.

The haka may be the mythical war cry that NZ players chant before matches, but flank Liam Messam says the man who leads it is decided by looks.

If scrums collapse during Scotland's internationals against Japan, South Africa and Australia this month, maybe the front rows won't be to blame this time.

Pieter-Steph du Toit may be on the bench and could make his Test debut as a No.4, but he is being earmarked as a future Springbok No.5.

The most experienced team in All Blacks' history will face France this weekend, after New Zealand coach Steve Hansen recalled his big guns.

England's winning try against Australia at Twickenham has raised much discussion.

Springbok forwards Tendai Mtawarira and Eben Etzebeth will feature for the Barbarians against Fiji at Twickenham on November 30.

England forwards coach Graham Rowntree wants his pack to set the tone against Argentina on Saturday.

Worcester Warriors have bolstered their squad by signing former Tasman Makos centre Andy Symons and lock Shay Kerry.

Newcastle Falcons have signed Argentina international centre Gonzalo Tiesi until the end of the season.

Heyneke Meyer is confident Frans Malherbe will make a statement in his Springbok debut against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.

Scotland skipper Kelly Brown believes there is no problem with his return to the side's captaincy, taking over from popular scrumhalf Greig Laidlaw.

Pat Lambie may not have played at fullback much this year, but he will be very familiar with the players around him at the Millenium Stadium on Saturday.

Ireland forwards coach John Plumtree has been fighting a race against time to get his pack ready for the year-end Tests.

We look at some stats regarding the Springbok team to play Wales on Saturday.

JP Pietersen and Jaque Fourie are back in the Springbok team to play Wales on Saturday, while Frans Malherbe will make his Test debut.

England prop Dan Cole hopes his hurt at not starting for the B&I Lions will spur him on as he prepares for the gruelling challenge of scrummaging against Argentina.

The Kings have called up 11 young players from the junior structures in the Eastern Cape into their training squad for 2014.  

Richie McCaw wants to be the skipper of the only All Blacks side that finished the year with a 100 percent win record.

Scotland coach Scott Johnson is confident the presence of successor Vern Cotter in the build-up to Saturday's opening November Test against Japan won't distract his side.

Wales captain Sam Warburton has insisted the appointment of Alain Rolland to referee their match against South Africa is no cause for alarm.

The spotlight may be on Eli Walker, but for captain Sam Warburton the match is about proving Wales they are genuine World Cup contenders.

Wallaby stalwart Benn Robinson is a driven man, driven by the desire to be No.1 again.

Gordon Tietjens has contracted four new players in his team for the next stage of the IRB Sevens World Series.

England forwards Geoff Parling and Alex Corbisiero have returned to full fitness and were named in a 27-man squad to prepare for Saturday’s Test against Argentina.

Daniel Hourcade on Tuesday announced his first matchday side as Pumas coach for Saturday’s Test against England at Twickenham.

Paul Treu will strive for more consistency in developing the Kenya Sevens team towards qualifying for the 2016 Rio Olympics.

The Southern Kings have confirmed the first round of Super Rugby friendlies to be played early next year.

Kelly Brown will captain Scotland against Japan at Murrayfield on Saturday.

Springbok flank Francois Louw is welcoming the challenge of facing Wales captain Sam Warburton on Saturday.

Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards has predicted this weekend's Test against South Africa will be "no place for the faint-hearted".  

England coach Stuart Lancaster ruled out wholesale changes for the Test against Argentina despite stinging criticism from Clive Woodward of the team's win over Australia.

The Wales starting line-up to face the Springboks at the Millenium Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday features 11 British and Irish Lions players.

Western Province flyer Cheslin Kolbe will only appear in court on an alleged drunk-driving charge in August next year after being stopped at a road block.

France may not play with much flair anymore, but the All Blacks are expecting a different kind of challenge in Paris this weekend.  

Former All Blacks flyhalf Andrew Mehrtens has been named as the new technical advisor for Sydney club Eastern Suburbs.

Despite an unconvincing performance against Australia, England centre Billy Twelvetrees will be given another opportunity to start against Argentina this weekend.  

A week after losing the captaincy, Wallabies lock James Horwill could find himself on the bench for the clash against Italy this weekend.  

Argentina captain Juan Manuel Leguizamon has denied there are splits in the Pumas camp ahead of this weekend's Twickenham Test against England.

James O'Connor was reportedly seen meeting with Toulon owner Mourad Boudjellal 24 hours after making his London Irish debut.

England closed in on the Springboks on the IRB World Rankings after their 20-13 win over Australia at Twickenham on Saturday.

Utility back Keith Earls has been ruled out of Ireland’s Test against Samoa on Saturday with a knee injury.

Loose forward Juan Manuel Leguizamón will captain the Pumas in their November internationals.

RagingBull has taken the early lead in the rugby365 November internationals prediction challenge.

Tests galore this week. The North-South Tests gain momentum and the are European Nations Cup matches and World Cup Qualifiers. It's a busy time for the world's top referees.

Western Province confirmed that one of their players was arrested on suspicion that his blood alcohol content exceeded the legal limit.

The Springboks know that accuracy will be key against a balanced and settled Wales team at the Millenium Stadium in Cardiff this weekend.

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer will use the match against Scotland at Murrayfield next week to take a look at a few different combinations.  

One is a celebrated actor and the other has won all his accolades on rugby field.

We only had two big games to select from, but we still produced an impressive array of talent in our famous weekly selection.

Scrumhalf Mike Phillips is determined to notch his first victory over the Springboks for Wales at the Millenium Stadium this weekend.

Joshua Strauss is famed for his beard, but this is something special!

France should throw caution to the wind when they play world champions New Zealand in their one-off Test match next Saturday.

The Australian media savaged the "woeful" Wallabies on Monday, after England exposed their inadequacies on the first match of their European tour.

England coach Stuart Lancaster has called up Junior World Championship-winning fullback Anthony Watson ahead of the clash with Argentina at Twickenham this weekend.

Rugby football is a game of consequences. There was an incident at the touchline in Twickenham that had consequences.

The New Zealand Maori team suffered a double blow in the wake of their impressive win in the opening match of their North American tour.

Charlie Hodgson was instrumental as Saracens got back to winning ways against Newcastle Falcons at Allianz Park.

England coach Stuart Lancaster is feeling confident after his side launched their end of year campaign with a win over Australia.

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers said that his team is focused solely on their match against Wales this weekend.  

Chiefs coach Dave Rennie believes the real Sonny Bill Williams is the 'total opposite' to how he is portrayed in the media.

Despite slumping to their eighth defeat this year, Wallabies coach Ewen McKenzie insists they are not far from being competitive.

The All Blacks have managed the introduction of young players carefully as they build towards their World Cup defence in 2015.

Scrum expert Balie Swart believes the new scrum laws will give the big Bok pack an edge on their European tour.

The Leopards took top honours at the annual SARU Interprovincial Sevens competition at GWK Park in Kimberley on Saturday.  

Glasgow continued their 100 percent away-day start to the Pro12 season.

Ewen McKenzie was left thinking of what might have been, after two controversial tries sparked England to a 20-13 win over Australia.

Harlequins condemned Leicester Tigers to their third Premiership defeat of the season when they prevailed 23-16 at Welford Road on Saturday.

England coach Stuart Lancaster believes his team is maturing and their win over Australia is a game they would have lost 12 months ago.

Australia captain Ben Mowen threw in the towel and admitted his team was not up to standard at Twickenham on Saturday.

Australia's hopes of a Grand Slam went up in smoke at Twickenham on Saturday as they slumped to a 20-13 defeat against England.

England had to come from behind to take the Cook Cup off Australia at Twickenham on Saturday.  

England killed off any hopes Australia had of a year-end grand slam when they beat the Wallabies 20-13 at Twickenham on Saturday.

The Stormers confirmed on Saturday that Argentinean lock Manuel Carizza will move to Cape Town after his country's November tour.

Cardiff Blues captain and former Welsh skipper Matthew Rees is continuing his battle with cancer.

All Black coach Steve Hansen declared himself "reasonably happy" with a eight-try rout of Japan.

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer was as guarded as always, but he did not rule out the possibility of recalling another World Cup winner.

The Sharks have swooped to secure the services of talented Western Province Under-21 flyhalf Tim Swiel.

It was a rout, as was expected, with New Zealand scoring a 54-6 win over Japan in their Test in Tokyo on Saturday.

Second-half tries from Aaron Dundon and Noel Reid handed reigning Pro12 champions Leinster a 23-19 victory over Newport Gwent Dragons.

Replacement Horacio Agulla sealed a comfortable 21-6 victory for Bath.

Five players will make their debut for a strong Maori team to play Canada in Toronto on Sunday.

After almost a two year's absence from the Springbok team, veteran centre Jaque Fourie said he felt like a kid again.

With little less than two years to the World Cup, Heyneke Meyer will use the year-end tour to identify players who excel in European conditions.

Rudolf Straeuli's move from the Sharks to take up a position with the Golden Lions has been confirmed.  

England coach Stuart Lancaster has said his side will launch a "defining year" when they face Australia at Twickenham on Saturday.

It may only be his second Test as captain of the Wallabies, but Ben Mowen is not a toddler that needs his hand held.

All Black captain Richie McCaw is not concerned about the number on his back, but rather the quality of the performance.

When Quade Cooper runs out as Wallaby vice-captain, the knowledge that he is an example to his brothers will help him in his new role.

The disciplinary hearing of Western Province forward Michael Rhodes has been postponed - for the third time this week.

This week Bakkies Botha returned to the Springbok team and very soon his long-time second row partner Victor Matfield may be back on the playing field as well.

One of the worst-kept secrets in Super Rugby has been confirmed -  Laurie Fisher and Stephen Larkham will take over from Jake White at the Brumbies.

Australia will be aiming to continue their strong recent form against England when the two sides go head-to-head at Twickenham on Saturday.

All Black selector Grant Fox believes that player welfare is about far more than just a central contracting system.

Bath and Worcester appear to be two clubs heading in different directions, but Matt Garvey is urging his teammates to ignore the table.

The result appear such a foregone conclusion that Saturday's Test between Japan and New Zealand is more about individuals.

Quade Cooper has admitted he'd been rendered "speechless" when Australia coach Ewen McKenzie named him as vice-captain for the Wallabies.

Wales assistant coach Rob Howley feels scrumhalf Mike Phillips stands a "realistic" chance of playing at the 2015 World Cup.

Scrumhalf Morgan Parra will be available to face New Zealand in France's opening November Test.

Dave Ellis has linked up with the coaching team at Connacht as the new skills coach on a one-year deal.

A fired up Jaque Fourie regards the Springboks’ end-of-year-tour of Europe as the first step of his journey to the 2015 World Cup.

The best memories are the good ones, the ones that stay with us even if the edge of their details becomes blurred.

The top-of-the-table clash at Thomond Park between Munster and Ospreys on Saturday headlines Round Seven of the Pro12.

Ben Alexander has said nothing will erase the memory of Australia's third Test defeat by the British and Irish Lions in July.

The November internationals commence this weekend with matches in Tokyo and London. Catch the action LIVE right here.

The precinct around Loftus Versfeld will undergo a major facelift over the next two years.

Veteran lock Alun Wyn Jones said Wales' upcoming clash with South Africa promises to be a fast, frenetic encounter.

Joel Tomkins will make his England debut in Saturday's international against Australia at Twickenham Stadium.

New Zealand may be fielding an experimental side, but that does not mean they are planning to "go easy" on Japan in their one-off Test.

Wales captain Sam Warburton has backed teammate Mike Phillips to bounce back from his sacking by Bayonne.

IRB supremo Bernard Lapasset has again warned English and French clubs about their attempt to form a breakaway European competition.

SANZAR announced the Super Rugby referees for 2014, with Marius van der Westhuizen of South Africa one of two new members on the panel.

Sharks' back Patrick Lambie was delighted by the turnout of fans in the streets of Durban on Wednesday to celebrate their Currie Cup success.

James Horwill has been axed as Wallaby captain amid a radical leadership overhaul ahead of the Test against England.

Glasgow Warriors scrumhalf Nikola Matawalu has been cleared on a charge of biting an opponent.

Japan were given a timely boost ahead of their one-off Test against the world's top-ranked side, New Zealand, in Tokyo on Saturday.

The Wallabies were dealt a cruel blow with lock Rob Simmons ruled out the Test against England at Twickenham on Saturday.

Springbok tighthead Jannie du Plessis has been ruled out of the November Tests because of injury.

Captain Sergio Parisse and prop Martin Castrogiovanni headline Italy's squad for the November Tests.

Munster scrumhalf Conor Murray's citing for an alleged incident of foul play has been upheld.

The All Blacks have named four uncapped players in their matchday squad for the historic Test in Tokyo on Saturday

The disciplinary hearing for WP forward Michael Rhodes has been postponed until Friday.

Jimmy Stonehouse is not just a celebrated coach, he can put a few idols performers to shame!

A familiar question hangs in the air ahead of the start of this year's November internationals - who can defeat New Zealand?

In the Currie Cup Final, Lwazi Mvovo of the Sharks went over for a try. All that Mvovo did was clearly correct but the try was disallowed.

Wallaby scrumhalf Will Genia has said there was "nothing better" for an Australian than playing England at Twickenham.

Wales Sevens head coach Paul John has challenged his side to be more consistent as preparations begin for the second leg of the IRB Series in Dubai at the end of November.  

One is a daredevil and allround Jackass, the other entertains on the rugby field.

New Zealand's Super Rugby squads will feature 22 rookies and bright new-look jerseys.

Star Blues recruit Benji Marshall has admitted that he is nervous about making the transition from rugby league to union in Super Rugby next year.

Australia's Will Genia believes the hardline approach of coach Ewen McKenzie will see the "most disciplined" Wallaby side.

Frederic Michalak looks set to be called up to the France squad for their Test against New Zealand, according to coach Philippe Saint-Andre.

England lock Geoff Parling has been ruled out of Saturday's opening November international against Australia at Twickenham with concussion.

All Black wing Ben Smith and loose forward Nasi Manu will lead the Highlanders in 2014 as co-captains.

Colin Slade will return to the Crusaders next year as one of five new players in the 2014 squad.

It is interesting to see coaches squabbling about who is the underdog, although it is by no means a new phenomenon.

Loose forward Luke Braid will has been appointed Blues captain for the 2014 Super Rugby season.

Mils Muliaina is poised to make a shock return to Super Rugby next year after being included in the Chiefs squad.

Eight new faces have been named in the Hurricanes squad for the 2014 Super Rugby season.

Edinburgh wing Tim Visser will miss Scotland’s November Tests after being ruled out for around three to four months with a leg injury.

World Cup-winning Springbok prop Balie Swart believes the year-end tour is the perfect time to give the frontline Bok props a rest to explore other options.  

London Irish confirmed that the club has signed Australian international James O'Connor on a short-term deal until the end of the season.

England prop Alex Corbisiero has been ruled out of his side's opening November Test against Australia at Twickenham on Saturday.

France and Toulouse No.8 Louis Picamoles has been ruled out of a French training camp due to heavy bruising.

Wales scrumhalf Mike Phillips said he would be taking legal action against Bayonne after confirming he'd been sacked by the French Top 14 club.

England flyhalf Jonny Wilkinson has married his long-term live-in girlfriend Shelley Jenkins in a private ceremony.

Bakkies Botha's recall to the Bok team has been preceded by his favourite pass-time - hunting.

Derek Asbun, a member of the University of Cape Town Varsity Cup squad, will feature on the American national team roster.

Argentina will be without their captain Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe on their upcoming European tour after he injured himself playing for Toulon.

The disciplinary hearing for Western Province forward Michael Rhodes, scheduled to take place on Tuesday, has been postponed until Thursday.

SARU president Oregan Hoskins is confident provincial unions will come to an agreement to expand the Currie Cup from six to eight teams in 2014.

SARU president Oregan Hoskins is adamant that there will be six South African teams in Super Rugby from 2016 no matter what.  

November starts with great feasts - All Saints, All Souls and lots of Tests.

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has added four players to his squad as injury cover for the November internationals.

The world champion All Blacks arrived in Tokyo on Monday for their first Test match against Japan on Japanese soil and vowed to take nothing for granted.

Stuart Lancaster expects the contact area to go a long way towards deciding an extremely tough Test against Australia this Saturday.