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Gary Gold's shock exit from Bath this week was down to a disagreement between himself and the club over how his role as Director of Rugby should be defined.

SANZAR are hoping to finalise their plans for the restructuring of Super Rugby early in the new year, with local derbies shaping up as a bone of contention.

British and Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts believes Welsh club rugby will come through its current difficulties and emerge stronger.  

Wales have been the dominant nation in the northern hemisphere, but it is another matter when it comes to the Welsh regions in the European Cup.

In the final instalment of his interview with legendary Springbok Breyton Paulse, Jan de Koning looks the possible reinvention of the Vodacom Cup.

The proposed exhibition match between Super Rugby champions the Chiefs and European Cup champions Toulon will not take place this season.  

All Blacks flyhalf Dan Carter will have surgery to remove bone spurs from his right ankle, which is a separate issue from his Achilles injury.

Ireland prop Cian Healy looks set to miss the start of next year's Six Nations tournament after undergoing surgery on an ankle injury.  

Oxford won their fourth successive Varsity match at Twickenham, beating Cambridge 33-15, and yet it may well be one they would rather forget.

Former Sharks and Springbok prop Etienne Fynn has been appointed as the new head of the Sharks Academy.

The Argentina Rugby Federation have confirmed that Daniel Hourcade will lead the Pumas to the 2015 World Cup.

Springbok No.8 Duane Vermeulen aims to elevate his game to even greater heights next season following a stellar 2013.

The Irish teams will be looking to back up their clean sweep last week in the second half of the European Cup double-headers this weekend.

Bryan Habana's thigh strain has proved more serious than initially thought and will require surgery which will rule him out for two months.  

A squad of 25 prospective Grey High School 1st XV players undertook a 13 day, five match of the United Kingdom in late November and early December.

Springbok World Cup-winning prop CJ Van der Linde has signed for Premiership club London Irish for the remainder of the season.

Peter Stringer is in line to become the third player to make 100 appearances in European competitions when Bath take on Mogliano in their Challenge Cup game on Saturday.

The shortlists for the 2013 South African rugby awards have been announced, with the Pumas nominated in four different categories.  

The Hurricanes' final pre-season match ahead of the Super Rugby season will see them take on the Crusaders in Levin on Valentines day.  

Conor O'Shea says the prospect of facing big names like Jamie Roberts and Jonathan Sexton is at the heart of why Harlequins 'love the European Cup'.

Oxford have won the Varsity Match for the last three years and this time they have 13 Blues back from last year when the Dark Blues won 26-19.

The IRB has confirmed that Namibian players Malcolm Moore and Carel Swanepoel have been suspended for six months for anti-doping offences.

Mako and Billy Vunipola believe England’s pack is building into a world-class force and insist they can reinforce that standing in the Six Nations.

Saracens have announced that Japanese international loose forward Takashi Kikutani will train with the club for several months.

Former Baby Bok wing Wandile Mjekevu has ruled out a return to South Africa and hopes to play Test rugby for France.

It is one of rugby's great traditions - the Varsity Match, at Twickenham but much older than Twickenham, older than all internationals except the Calcutta Cup match

The Ospreys will kick-off 2014 with a South-West Wales derby clash against the Scarlets on Friday, January 3Scarlets clash set for Friday night lights? at 19.15 local time.

No Tests, no IRB Sevens but again big action in Europe - the fourth rounds of the Heineken and the Amlin and Australian Schools are again in action.

Bayonne have pulled out of merger talks with Basque Top 14 neighbours Biarritz, club president Alain Afflelou announced on Wednesday.

Jamie Roberts is hoping to make his European Cup debut for new club Racing Metro 92 against Harlequins at the Twickenham Stoop.

Former Wallabies captain Stirling Mortlock says the new National Rugby Championship is something Australian rugby has needed 'for a long, long time'.

Wallaby wing Nick Cummins has upstaged Israel Folau and Michael Hooper to be voted the Australian players' Player of the Year.  

The Chiefs are working on changing their approach at the breakdown to avoid falling foul of 'suspicious' referees in Super Rugby next year.  

Most Cypriots are unaware of it but their national rugby side has notched up a 21st straight triumph, although their streak is not recognised by the IRB.

Former Reds and Wallabies scrumhalf Sam Cordingley will join the Queensland Rugby Union in 2014 as Queensland Reds Rugby Operations Manager.

Clermont have lost Lee Byrne for the remainder of the European Cup pool stages and have injury worries surrounding a trio of other big names.

Leigh Halfpenny's stunning 12 months continues after he was named Wales Sports Personality of the Year on Monday night.

Australian Rugby Union CEO Bill Pulver pulled no punches about what he thinks of Quade Cooper’s boxing career.

Munster have announced the signing of highly-rated Cardiff Blues utility forward Robin Copeland.

Taranaki have ended a 17-year alliance with the Hurricanes and switched allegiance to the Super Rugby champion Chiefs.

The IRB has announced the referees appointed to Six Nations matches in 2014, starting on 1 February and ending on 15 March.

The Kings have confirmed that former All Black flyhalf Carlos Spencer has joined the EP Kings coaching ranks on a five year contract.

Munster scrumhalf Conor Murray has committed his future to the province on the day that he was all but ruled out of the remainder of the European Cup pool stages.

Former captain Rob Vickerman has left the England Sevens programme to pursue other opportunities.

Stormers coach Allister Coetzee believes that his team need to adapt their game next year if they are to challenge for Super Rugby honours.

Three Springbok captains attended the memorial service for Nelson Mandela on Tuesday.

Crusaders Chairman Murray Ellis has announced that the Canterbury franchise achieved a break-even result for the 2013 financial year.

All Blacks hooker Hika Elliot has been ruled out of Super Rugby next year after undergoing neck surgery and may quit rugby altogether.

The Australian Rugby Union (ARU) will launch a new domestic rugby competition in 2014, the National Rugby Championship.

Australian Schools are not finding their tour of the UK and Ireland all sunshine and roses. They have hit rotten weather and have lost three of their five matches. Of the three 'Tests' they have played they have lost two.

Jonny Wilkinson admitted he gave up the kicking duties in Toulon's European Cup win over Exeter Chiefs on Saturday to avoid being selfish.

The IRB have confirmed the pool draw for the USA Sevens, the fourth round of the IRB Sevens World Series in Las Vegas on January 24-26.

Bath on Monday announced that Director of Rugby Gary Gold has left the Premiership club with immediate effect.

Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie and ARU CEO Bill Pulver have dismissed reports of a hybrid game against England's Rugby League side next year.

Australian Rugby Union CEO Bill Pulver believes that coach Ewen McKenzie's tough stance on team discipline has galvanised the Wallabies.

Saracens lock Hayden Smith has returned to the Premiership club after 18 months with NFL team the New York Jets.  

Guy Noves hasn't had to endure many shocks during his reign as coach of Toulouse, but losing at Stade Ernest Wallon to Connacht is certainly up there.

Leicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill is expecting the mother of all fightbacks from Montpellier at Stade Yves du Manoir on Sunday after their 42-32 defeat at Welford Road.  

Connacht claimed their most famous scalp in leading a clean sweep of victories for the Irish provinces in European Cup action on the weekend.

The Premier League Sevens tournament in George has been postponed until January due to the week of mourning and funeral of Nelson Mandela.  

Wallabies loose forward Scott Higginbotham has been named as the Melbourne Rebels captain for the 2014 Super Rugby season.  

In Part Three of his exclusive interview with Jan de Koning about the vexed issue of quotas, Breyton Paulse said too many players fall through the cracks.  

The memory of Nelson Mandela loomed large in Port Elizabeth on Sunday as the Blitzbokke came from behind to seal a dramatic victory over New Zealand.

Connacht produced perhaps the greatest upset in the history of the European Cup in beating four-time champions Toulouse 16-14.  

The Blitzbokke beat New Zealand 17-14 in the Cup Final of the the Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens in Port Elizabeth on Sunday.

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers found some of the form of his career this year, but how long until he breaks down?  

All Blacks captain Richie McCaw has set his sights on the World Cup, but would walk away before then if his form or desire fades.  

Bryan Habana will be sidelined for around three weeks after suffering a thigh strain in Toulon's 14-9 European Cup win at Exeter.

Toulon boss Bernard Laporte has urged his side to use their away win over Exeter as a springboard as they look to defend their European Cup title.

Leinster coach Matt O'Connor has asked his players to "bring the same intensity" in their return fixture against Northampton Saints next week.

Day 2 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth is the day of the great divide - the knock-out matches which winners enjoy and losers detest.

Toulon’s14-9 win over Exeter Chiefs on Saturday was overshadowed by a serious hamstring injury to Bryan Habana.

For New Zealanders, the 1995 World Cup Final was the day Nelson Mandela single-handedly outpsyched the mighty All Blacks.

WRU CEO Roger Lewis has announced that a Desso pitch system will be installed at the Millennium Stadium a year ahead of the 2015 World Cup.

Castres lock Richie Gray says it took a concerted team effort for the French champions to see off Ospreys at Stade Pierre Antoine.

The BlitzBokke beat Kenya 27-7 in the Pool B decider to finish Day One unbeaten and set up a Cup quarterfinal clash with Portugal.

Ospreys backline coach Gruff Reef admitted their European Cup dreams are dashed following Friday’s 9-15 loss to Castres.

Phil Davies praised a “magnificent” performance from his Cardiff Blues as they defeated Glasgow Warriors 29-20 in a thrilling European Cup clash on Friday.

Four of the five New Zealand Super Rugby franchises went all out when they launched their 2014 jerseys across the country on Friday.

South African-born scrumhalf Rory Kockott scored 12 points to help Castres past Ospreys while Cardiff Blues beat Glasgow Warriors on Friday.

The Springboks will take on the Proteas in a Twenty20 match that will headline Day One of the Festival of Cricket at Sahara Park Newlands on January 3.

This weekend the world of rugby will unite in paying tribute to the former South African President Nelson Mandela in the stadium that bears his name.

English Premiership club Gloucester on Friday announced the signing of New Zealand international prop John Afoa on a long-term contract.

Ireland will take on South Africa, Australia and a leading European Tier Two nation at the Aviva Stadium in November 2014.

Under the guidance of Paddy O'Brien of the IRB, the match officials have been appointed to the IRB's Sevens Series of matches in Port Elizabeth, starting on Saturday, 7 December 2013.

The Sharks will play a warm-up match against English Premiership club Saracens at Allianz Park in London on January 25 next year.  

World Cup-winning Springbok captain John Smit believes that Nelson Mandela embodied all the qualities of the ultimate leader.

A proposal to expand the Currie Cup to eight teams in 2014 was withdrawn before being put to the vote at a SARU Special General Council meeting.

Springbok scrumhalf Ruan Pienaar insists the lessons of last season will ensure Ulster are fully focused when they take on Treviso on Saturday.

England's Premiership clubs confirmed on Thursday that they would not take part in next season's European Cup.  

Sam Myers will make his Australian Sevens debut in Port Elizabeth this weekend after being called up to replace the injured Lewis Holland.  

British and Irish Lions and Wales scrumhalf Mike Phillips has insisted he does not have a drinking problem.

All Blacks No.8 Kieran Read has capped an incredible year by being recognised by his peers as the best player in the world.  

In Part Two of his exclusive interview with Jan de Koning about the vexed issue of quotas, Breyton Paulse suggested SARU go back to school.

Tributes to Nelson Mandela have poured in from all over the rugby world.

South Africa has lost one of its greatest sons with the passing of former President and global icon Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.

Former Southern Kings utility forward Daniel Adongo has earned a place on the Indianapolis Colts roster and could make his NFL debut on Sunday.

Toulouse, Ulster and Leinster will be out to continue their winning ways in Round Three of the European Cup this weekend.

The South African Rugby Union has revised its capping policy to avoid the anomaly of players becoming Springboks without ever taking the field.

We bring you all you need to know about the 16 teams who will be vying for top honours in the Nelson Mandela Bay SA Sevens in Port Elizabeth this weekend.

Irishman Ian Whitten is looking forward to exciting times ahead after he became the latest Exeter Chiefs player to commit his future to the Premiership club.

The Stormers unveiled their home and away kit for the 2014 season at a launch event held at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town on Thursday.

Shane Jennings doesn't believe Leinster's Ireland internationals will have any hang-ups about returning to the Aviva Stadium as they start their Final push.

Worcester Warriors loose forward Richard de Carpentier is free to play after the citing case against him was dismissed by an RFU disciplinary hearing.

Albertus “Kwagga” Smith will make his BlitzBok and IRB Sevens World Series debut in the Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens in Port Elizabeth this weekend.

All Black scrumhalf Jimmy Cowan said that the prospect of playing in the European Cup was a major part of his decision to sign with Gloucester last season.

Kieran Read has added the New Zealand Player of the Year award to his IRB Player of the Year title, with coach Steve Hansen also doubling up.  

Earl Rose is hoping that playing for Western Province in the Premier League Sevens in George will help resurrect his provincial rugby career.

England's Premiership clubs are to hold an emergency meeting in London on Thursday to discuss their future involvement in European competitions.

The Varsity Cup matches in 2014 will be played with two referees on the field. It's not a new idea but the use of it is moving up a notch with the Varsity Cup.

Kieran Read says he’s humbled to join an elite group of players to have earned the game’s richest praise - being named the IRB Player of the Year.

All Black tighthead John Afoa will leave Ulster at the end of this season, having signed a long-term deal with a Premiership club.

George North is targeting two wins over Leinster to keep Northampton Saints on course for a return trip to Cardiff for the European Cup Final next May.

Wales will have an opportunity to break their SANZAR bogey when they face the world's top three sides in next year’s November internationals.

Neil Powell, as has been evident since the beginning of his tenure as BlitzBok coach, is driven to achieve immediate success with his side.

Ulster will have to do without star wing Tommy Bowe when they get their European Cup campaign back underway against Treviso in Belfast.

Quade Cooper is set to meet with Reds CEO Jim Carmichael to discuss the future of the flyhalf's budding boxing career.

Warren Gatland  would be interested in coaching the British and Irish Lions when they tour his native New Zealand in 2017.

The lack of experienced wings at the Stormers means that young Chelsin Kolbe will get a chance to step up in Super Rugby.

Springbok lock Franco van der Merwe was named the 2013 Player of the Year at the annual Golden Lions Rugby Union (GLRU) awards on Tuesday evening.

As usual King Edward VII School in Johannesburg has attracted a strong group of schools to its Easter Festival.

Waratahs coach Michael Cheika is on a search for the next wave of Waratahs ahead of next year's Australian Under-20 Championship.

Although they start the Rugby Championship next year with another double-header against the All Blacks, the Wallabies insist they are not daunted.  

England prop Andrew Sheridan may be forced to call time on his career because of a neck injury he sustained against Perpignan last month.

Brumbies centre Christian Lealiifano will undergo ankle surgery that will rule him out of the start of next year’s Super Rugby season.

Scotland and Glasgow Warriors utility back Sean Lamont didn’t fracture his right ankle during Friday's 28-16 win over Ospreys in Swansea.

All Black No.8 Kieran Read on Tuesday became the third New Zealander to win the prestigious IRB Player of the Year award.

Southern Kings try-scoring sensation Sergeal Petersen will run out for the Kaizer Chiefs Sevens team in next weekend’s George Premier League Sevens.

The Springbok Sevens have called up Steven Hunt, Kwagga Smith and Rosco Speckman as injury cover for Stephan Dippenaar, Jamba Ulengo and Frankie Horne.

Worcester Warriors loose forward Richard de Carpentier is to appear at an RFU disciplinary hearing after being cited following the Premiership match against Northampton Saints.

There are 94 teams taking part in the Wynberg Festival at the beginning of May. The matches will be played at the four fields of Wynberg Boys' High, one of the oldest schools in South Africa.

Leicester lock Louis Deacon and director of rugby Richard Cockerill reckon last week's win at Gloucester will give them momentum heading into their clash with Montpellier.

The 2014 Varsity Cup will feature a new jersey for props to wear which will make binding in scrums easier.    

AfriForum has warned SARU that quotas in the Vodacom Cup would be a violation of the IRB's prohibition on racial discrimination.

Whilst Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer may see his future at openside flank, Siya Kolisi does not mind which position he is asked to play.  

British and Irish Lions and Wales scrumhalf Mike Phillips has signed for Racing-Metro, the French Top 14 club confirmed on Monday.  

Despite being axed as Wallabies skipper, James Horwill will not reliquish captaincy of the Reds according to coach Richard Graham.  

England fullback cum wing Ben Foden is set to miss the start of the Six Nations after suffering a knee injury while playing for Premiership side Northampton.

France wing Vincent Clerc is aiming to return to the pitch before the end of the year after suffering a ruptured cruciate knee ligament in April.

Hartpury College and Drybrook player Harrison Pickett has been suspended for two years by the Rugby Football Union for an anti doping violation.

England will visit New Zealand for a three-Test series against the world champions next June with an additional midweek fixture against the Crusaders.

England and London Wasps wing Christian Wade faces up to six months on the sidelines following a foot injury sustained at the weekend.

The Springboks will kick-off their 2014 Rugby Championship campaign against Argentina at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on August 16.

Wales dropped out of the top five on the IRB World Rankings following their 26-30 loss to the Wallabies in Cardiff on Saturday.

It's the fourth round of the IRB's Sevens Series, this time in Port Elizabeth and the third round of European Rugby breaks out again to take centre stage. The Test window had closed and European competitions go into their third round.

Wales scrumhalf Mike Phillips is set to sign for Racing Metro in France's Top 14 league, club president Jacky Lorenzetti has said on Monday.

There were some all too familiar lessons for the northern hemisphere's leading nations after this year's round of November Tests.  

The southern hemisphere giants stamped their authority in Europe in November, and they duly dominate our team of the year-end Tests.  

We are giving away a copy of the England Rugby Scrapbook, signed by Lawrence Dallaglio.  

Saracens have another reason to try and claim a European Cup crown after skipper Steve Borthwick announced his decision to retire at the end of the season.

New Sharks forwards coach Paul Anthony believes that the Jake White era at Kings Park will be characterised by good old fashioned hard work.

You can win one of 20 double tickets to the IRB Sevens World Series tournament at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth this weekend.

Jan de Koning chatted exclusively to legendary Springbok Breyton Paulse about the vexed issue of quotas in South Africa.

Sam Smith scored two tries to help Harlequins secure a 35-9 bonus-point victory over Newcastle Falcons on Sunday.

Maties defended their Varsity Sevens title in Camps Bay by beating Kovsies in extra time of a thrilling Final on Sunday.

RagingBull held on to win the rugby365 November internationals prediction challenge at this weekend.

BlitzBok coach Neil Powell says his team will look to build on their performance in Dubai in their home leg of the IRB Sevens World Series next weekend.

The BlitzBokke have a favourable draw for the Nelson Mandela Bay SA Sevens, the third round of the IRB Sevens World Series in Port Elizabeth next weekend.

European champions Toulon failed to go back to the summit of the French Top 14 table after they were shocked 23-0 by Stade Francais in Paris on Saturday.

Coach Steve Hansen praised the spirit of an under-strength Fijian side as the Barbarians ran in seven tries to ruin the centenary party on Saturday.

Wallaby flyhalf Quade Cooper capped a sensational comeback season with a sublime performance in Saturday’s 30-26 win over Wales in Cardiff.

Wales captain Sam Warburton insisted his side's 26-30 defeat to Australia at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium on Saturday wasn't a setback.

Gareth Davies' flawless kicking display ensured Cardiff Blues emerged with something to show for their efforts in a bruising clash with Benetton Treviso.

Saracens left it late, but a George Kruis try five minutes from time secured the Fez Heads a fifth straight Premiership home win 24-19 at the expense of Sale Sharks.

Australia won their fourth consecutive game with a 30-26 triumph over Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.

Wales is befitting of the moniker the 'almost team', following their 26-30 loss to Australia in Cardiff on Saturday.

Australia held on in the face of a string late charge by Wales to win 30-26 in Cardiff on Saturday.

The Barbarians overcame a slow start to produce an entertaining second half and a 43-19 win over Fiji at Twickenham on Saturday.

There will be all to play for in Camps Bay on Sunday, with spots in the knock-out stages of the Varsity Sevens tournament up for grabs.

The NZRU look to have given the green light for the Chiefs to head to France in February to play Toulon.

Fiji produced a powerful first-half showing to beat South Africa 29-17 in the Final at Dubai, Round Two of the IRB Sevens World Series.

Israel Folau said Australia would look to extend their "psychological edge" over Wales.

England wing Marland Yarde could miss the whole of the Six Nations after it was announced Friday the London Irish flyer needs surgery on a torn hip tendon.

Ian Keatley was the shining light in a scrappy Munster performance by the table-topping Irish outfit.

Leicester Tigers moved into the Premiership top four with a 22-17 victory over Gloucester at Kingsholm on Friday.

Fiji will be without regular captain Akapusi Qera and wing Michael Tagicakibau when they face the Barbarians on Saturday.

We take a look at evasiveness, and some of the best steppers in the game.

Probably the biggest news in schools rugby coaching is the move of Sean Erasmus, Glenwood's coach for five years, down to the Cape where he will take over rugby at Paarl Boys' High.

UP-Tuks were the only side to end the opening day of the Varsity Sevens in a windswept Camps Bay unbeaten.

South Africa will go head-to-head with their former coach, Paul Treu, when they meet Kenya in the Cup quarterfinal in Dubai.

Wales see Australia's scrum as the team's soft underbelly ahead of their Test in Cardiff on Saturday.

Japan coach Eddie Jones said he was "fine" on Friday and expected to make a full recovery after a stroke which left him in hospital for nearly 40 days.

New Rebels recruit Tom Sexton has injured the ACL Ligament in his right knee during pre-season, and is destined for a long stint on the sidelines.

French Top 14 clubs confirmed their intention to stay loyal to next season's European Cup with the proviso that English clubs also competed in the competition

Title favourites Clermont are facing a dangerous trip to Perpignan in the Top 14 on Friday, with Toulon, who are level with them atop the table, travelling to Paris to take on Stade Francais on Saturday.

The future stars of world rugby will be vying for the right to be called the best U20 team when the seventh IRB Junior World Championship kicks off in New Zealand next year.

South Africa were grouped with hosts New Zealand, Samoa and Scotland at the 2014 IRB Junior World Championship.

South Africa knocked defending champions Samoa out of the Cup competition on Day One in Dubai, Round Two of the IRB Sevens World Series.

Australian coach Ewen McKenzie said his side would treat their tour finale against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday as a 'Grand Final'.

Entertainment is the name of the game when the Barbarians host Fiji at Twickenham on Saturday.

Australian School in the second match of their tour of the UK and Ireland, suffered their second defeat, this time 26-12 to Wales Under-18.

Top 14 clubs, in a dramatic twist in the European saga, on Thursday dissociated themselves from the proposed Rugby Champions Cup.

Round Nine of the Pro12 is evenly split with three games on Friday night and three on Saturday.

Former England captain and Saracens skipper Steve Borthwick has announced he will retire at the end of the season.

There will be four Premiership matches played at the same time on Saturday as the chasing pack look to close the gap on Saracens.

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth is unlikely to feature for the Stormers next year.

Australia will be looking for a measure of 'payback' when the Wallabies play Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.

It is the final round of November Tests, with the traditional Barbarians game thrown in for good measure. Catch the action LIVE right here.

The haka, New Zealand's traditional pre-match war dance, continues to polarise people.

The New Zealand Rugby Union has paid tribute to All Black hooker Andrew Hore, who has announced he is retiring from the game.

Sam Warburton is predicting a 'special' atmosphere in Cardiff when Wales play two of their 2015 World Cup pool fixtures at the Millennium Stadium.

Wallaby flyhalf Quade Cooper will become Australia's 40th player to reach the prestigious 50-game Test milestone.

The Bulls have again gone for 'shock tactics' in 2014.

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers this week gets a rare opportunity to tap into the All Black psyche and see what makes his arch rival tick.

Fiji coach Inoke Male faces a nightmare to ensure he can field a competitive team against the Barbarians at Twickenham on Saturday.

No Springboks have made the shortlist for the International Rugby Players' Association's Players' Player of the Year award.

Record-breaking wing Bjorn Basson has extended his contract with the Bulls and will be available for the Pretoria franchise until the end of October 2016.

As Brian O'Driscoll nears the end of his career, Leinster manager Guy Easterby believes he has the perfect successor lined up - teammate Luke Fitzgerald.

Springbok loose forward Ashley Johnson knows that he can't be complacent or his place in the London Wasps starting line-up will be challenged.

The captains of the top four seeds - New Zealand, Australia, England and South Africa - admit that they expect a tough test in this weekend’s Dubai Sevens.

Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie insists he has no intention of removing the kicking duties from Christian Lealiifano when his side face Wales on Saturday.

Cardiff Blues on Wednesday officially announced the signing of lock Chris Dicomidis.

English wing Topsy Ojo has signed a three-year contract extension with London Irish, the English Premiership club announced on Wednesday.

Tom Powell believes England's third-place finish on the Gold Coast last month has given them a sturdy base to build on at the next leg of the IRB Sevens World Series in Dubai this weekend.

South Africa will aim to improve on their Gold Coast performance of last month when they play in the Dubai Sevens on Friday and Saturday.

The Springboks received good news in the lead-up to the 2015 World Cup in England.

World Cup organisers may be keen to punt the high number of 'affordable' tickets on offer, but the 2015 World Cup in England will be a pricey affair for fans.

Northampton Saints stood their ground in the wake of media reports regarding a possible investigation about the club releasing star wing George North.

The Barbarians have suffered a setback, with confirmation that Springbok lock Flip van der Merwe has withdrawn from the team to play Fiji.

SA Referees recently released their new panels for 2014. There are the established referees and there are newcomers.

Warren Gatland called on Wales to emulate the "never give in" attitude of Southern Hemisphere teams, as they search a rare win against Australia.

Veteran All Blacks hooker Andrew Hore confirmed his international retirement on Wednesday after 83 Test appearances for New Zealand.

Professor John Fairclough of Cardiff Metropolitan University in the faculty of sport and exercise medicine is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon and was the president of the British Orthopaedic Sports and Trauma Association. He is finding modern rugby troubling.

A group of contracted Western Province players have begun with pre-season training at the High Performance Centre in Bellville.

Northampton Saints could be fined for releasing George North to play for Wales against the Wallabies on Saturday.

Flank Sean O'Brien says Ireland’s performance against the All Blacks on Sunday can be used as a building block for success in next year’s Six Nations.

Robbie Henshaw has signed a contract extension with Connacht that will see him play at the Sportsground until at least 2016.

rugby365 law expert Paul Dobson looks at Springbok flank Francois Louw's try against France which should have been awarded but was disallowed by the TMO.

Wales backs Alex Cuthbert and Scott Williams have returned from injury to be named in the starting line-up for the Test against Australia on Saturday.

There are seven Springboks in the starting XV and a further two on the bench for the Barbarians' clash with Fiji at Twickenham on Saturday.  

The referees, led by Paddy O'Brien, have been appointed to the matches of Day 1 of the IRB's Sevens in Dubai. James Matthew of Scotland will blow the whistle to get the day's play going.

France scrumhalf Morgan Parra will miss at least part of the upcoming Six Nations with a knee injury, although he will not require surgery.  

Defence coach Shaun Edwards says Wales must stop the joint threat of Quade Cooper and Israel Folau if they are to get the better of Australia.

Cricket franchise the Titans have entered a team into the George Premier League Sevens, with Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse in charge.  

Ireland hooker Rory Best broke his arm in the narrow defeat to the All Blacks on Saturday and is in doubt for the start of the Six Nations next year.

New Zealand media have dubbed the 2013 All Blacks "The Unbeatables" after their perfect season, but acknowledged that their rivals are closing the gap.

Wallabies coach Ewen McKenzie sees their clash against Wales at the Millenium Stadium this weekend as ideal preparation for the World Cup in 2015.

While 2013 may rate among one of the best years for Springbok rugby, but the team will not be satisfied until they have secured a perfect record.

The Wallabies will take on France in a three Test series in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney next year in their first tour to Australia since 2009.

It's much, much quieter on the international front this week but the IRB's Sevens Series for 2013-14 gets going again in Dubai with tournaments for men and for women.

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.

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

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.

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.