Autumn Nations Series: England clean sweep? Australia need new fly-half?

England, Scotland, South Africa and New Zealand all picked up wins in their opening Autumn Nations Series games. ESPN's writers weigh in on the big talking points.

Springboks look to consolidate strong year with win over Japan

Fresh off their second straight Rugby Championship title, the Springboks will face Japan at Wembley Stadium on Saturday as a team arguably as high as it has ever been.

Boks' Kriel keen to clash against 'familiar' Japan opponents

South Africa back Jesse Kriel is looking forward to the Test against Japan at Wembley on Saturday, saying he will enjoy facing off against players he knows well after nearly a decade of club rugby in Asia.

Porthen to start for Boks against Japan at Wembley

South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has named an experienced side for the Test against Japan in London on Nov. 1, but has included squad debutant Zachary Porthen in the starting XV.

Wallabies survive Japanese scare, avoid Eddie Jones ignominy

The cool head and kicking of Jake Gordon and some fine Carlo Tizzano play aside, there was little for Australia to crow about as they just held on for victory over Eddie Jones' Brave Blossoms.

Wallabies open end-of-year tour with nervy win

The Wallabies have survived a huge fright to kick off their spring tour with a hard-earned but critical 19-15 victory over Eddie Jones' lowly-ranked Japanese in Tokyo.

Rassie names uncapped Porthen to Boks' tour squad

South Africa's director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has named an experienced squad for the Springboks' tour of Europe in November, handing out only one new call up, to Stormers prop Zachary Porthen.

'No hardness, mate': The Eddie Jones insult the Wallabies have exorcised

Nearly two years to the day since Eddie Jones departed Australian rugby, the Wallabies will face up to their former mentor once more. They have, however, already proven "Uncle Eddie" wrong.

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

Women's Rugby World Cup: Week 2 highlights as tournament springs into life

There was high drama in week 2 of the Women's Rugby World Cup, with upsets and thrilling finishes, leaving plenty to play for in the final round of pool play.

Ireland 42-14 Japan - Women's Rugby World Cup match report

Eve Higgins pounced with the key try as Ireland emerged from a test of character to launch their World Cup with a 42-14 victory over Japan.

Wales edge Japan to snap 18-Test losing streak

Wales finally snapped their 18-Test losing streak with a 31-22 win over Japan in Kobe on Saturday.

Wales fall to Japan as losing streak extends to 18 Tests

Japan stormed back in the second half to beat Wales 24-19 on Kyushu Island on Saturday, extending the visitors' record losing streak to 18 Test matches.

Halfpenny named Wales skills coach for Japan tour

Wales legend Leigh Halfpenny will be a part of the country's coaching staff for their two-Test tour of Japan this summer.

England vs. Japan: Borthwick's side snap five-match losing streak

England ended their run of five straight defeats with a comprehensive 59-14 victory against a young Japan team at Twickenham on Sunday.

England vs. Japan: Eddie Jones abused by fan at Twickenham

Eddie Jones said he was abused by a fan on his return to Twickenham and shrugged off the criticism of his coaching style made in Danny Care's autobiography.

Autumn internationals Week 4: Rugby team news, how to watch

Week 4 sees Eddie Jones return to England, while South Africa visit Wales. Elsewhere, Australia continue their grand slam hunt, while Ireland, New Zealand and France are also in action.

England vs Japan: Kick-off time, how to watch, team news

England have a chance to snap their five-match losing streak against Japan on Sunday. Here's everything you need to know.

England vs Japan: Tom Curry and George Furbank both to start

England have made two changes for Japan on Sunday with Tom Curry and George Furbank both starting, while Asher Opoku-Fordjour is in line to make his debut from the bench.

England vs. Japan: Elliot Daly, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso out; Tom Curry back

England will be without Elliot Daly and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso for Sunday's match against Japan, but Tom Curry is fit to feature.

Autumn internationals overreactions: Should Ireland ditch old guard? Will Suaalii save Australian rugby?

Australia edged England, and Ireland were dealt a body blow by New Zealand. Week 2 saw the southern hemisphere leave their mark on their European counterparts.

France score 8 tries in biggest ever win over Japan

France hit a woeful Japan for eight tries in an emphatic 52-12 autumn series win on their Stade de France return on Saturday following last year's World Cup on home soil, gearing up in style for next weekend's clash with New Zealand.

Autumn internationals Week 2: Rugby news, how to watch, more

This weekend's action in the Autumn internationals sees Ireland host New Zealand in a rematch of last year's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal, while England welcome Australia to Twickenham.