Springboks ready for Italy's 'passion and intensity'

South Africa will be taking no chances against Italy this coming weekend, despite beating France with 14 men on Saturday, as the Azzuri come into the clash off a win against Australia.

'Beat us at collision, beat us to the ball': Wallabies' breakdown shocker in Italian upset

It didn't take a rugby savant to work out where the Wallabies lost the game in Udine, as they sunk to a second straight loss to Italy.

Ugly Italian job puts heat on Wallabies coach Schmidt

Joe Schmidt's coaching job will likely come under scrutiny after the Wallabies suffered a humiliating 26-19 loss to Italy in Udine.

Return to Italy: How Wallabies history changed on a missed conversion

The chaos that followed Australia's shock loss to Italy three years ago will not repeat with a similar result this weekend, though a similar version of events that created it is a very real possibility.

Italy vs. Australia: How to watch, kick off time, latest news

The Autumn Nations series continues with Australia travelling to Italy to take on the Azzuri in Udine, northern Italy.

Nche ruled out of Boks tour, replaced by Ntlabakanye

South Africa prop Ox Nche has been ruled out of the Springboks' current tour of Europe and the UK after picking up an injury in the team's 61-7 win over Japan in London on Saturday.

R360 players will be barred from Test rugby - unions

Rugby's international heavyweights have joined forces to deliver a significant blow to the proposed breakaway league R360 by declaring any player involved will be barred from Test selection.

Boks have 'work to do' ahead of Europe, UK tour - Reinach

Autumn internationals rugby fixtures 2025: England, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, more

Springboks' Wiese suspended for start of Rugby Championship

South Africa No. 8 Jasper Wiese has been suspended for four matches following a headbutt on Italian prop Danilo Fischetti in the Springboks' 45-0 victory on Saturday.

Springboks favourites again in milestone match for Willie le Roux

After beating Italy 42-24 at Loftus Versfeld, Springboks will face the Azzurri once more in Gqeberha.

Springboks the obvious favourites to crush Italy at Loftus fortress

The Springboks will face Italy in their first official Test of the season on Saturday at Loftus Versfeld, heading into the game buoyed by a 54-7 drubbing of the Barbarians at Cape Town's DHL Stadium last weekend.

Six Nations and Women's Six Nations: Full fixture list

The men's Six Nations is over, but the women's tournament is just heating up. Here is the full list of fixtures for both events.

Italy vs. Wales postponed after Pope's death

Italy's Women's Six Nations match against Wales, which was set to be played on Saturday April 26, will now be played on Sunday April 27 following the death of Pope Francis.

International rugby fixtures: Latest matches, key dates, venues

Here's the full list of international rugby fixtures, including the British & Irish Lions tour of Australia, the Rugby Championship and the Autumn Nations Series.

England 38-5 Italy: Red Roses make rampant start to Women's Six Nations

England climbed to the top of the Women's Six Nations table with a 38-5 win over Italy on Sunday.

England vs Italy: John Mitchell opts for youth in Women's Six Nations opener

England coach John Mitchell has picked five uncapped players in his squad for their Six Nations opener against Italy in York on Sunday.

Six Nations grades: England get A; Ireland need transition

ESPN writers Tom Hamilton and James Regan take a renewed look at the tournament and grade each side.

Six Nations: Maro Itoje could be Lions captain? Wales won't win again this year?

Tom Hamilton and James Regan weigh in on the final weekend of the Six Nations as France were crowned champions at England and Ireland's expense.

Six Nations: Ireland edge Italy but title hopes fade

Ireland beat Italy 22-17 in Rome on Saturday to keep their slim hopes of winning the title alive.

Italy 17-22 Ireland: Simon Easterby praises retiring Irish trio

Interim Ireland head coach Simon Easterby has praised Peter O'Mahony, Cian Healy and Conor Murray following the trio's final Test match against Italy on Saturday.

Six Nations preview: Wales to stun England? France's crowning moment?

ESPN senior rugby writer Tom Hamilton previews the final weekend of the 2025 Six Nations.

Italy vs Ireland: Hosts ring in changes after disappointing results

Italy captain Michele Lamaro has been dropped to the bench against Ireland, with head coach Gonzalo Quesada making seven changes for their final game of the Six Nations on Saturday.

Italy vs Ireland: Sam Prendergast dropped, Tadgh Furlong returns

Ireland have dropped Sam Prendergast with Jack Crowley set to start at flyhalf away to Italy in the Six Nations on Saturday, as Mack Hansen, James Lowe, Garry Ringrose and Tadgh Furlong also return to the squad.

Italy vs Ireland: Kick-off time, how to watch, team news

Italy host Ireland on Saturday in the final round of the 2025 Six Nations. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the game.