Boks call Mbonambi to Dublin to face 'world class' Ireland

South Africa have bolstered their forward pack ahead of their Test against Ireland in Dublin this coming weekend, calling up hooker Bongi Mbonambi and prop Ntuthuko Mchunu.

Nations Championship fixtures: England to visit South Africa in July opener

Rugby has a new international competition Nations Championship. Here's how it works and the full list of fixtures.

Fumbling, bumbling Wallabies dusted by Ireland's aerial raid

Wallabies' inability to compete in the air and a torrid night at lineout time see them slump to third straight loss and sixth in their last seven Tests.

Hansen hat-trick sets up big Ireland win over Wallabies

Mack Hansen claimed a first-half hat-trick to set Ireland on course for a record 46-19 win over his native Australia in Dublin.

Ireland 46-19 Australia: Hansen scores hat trick in emphatic win

Mack Hansen claimed a first-half hat trick to set Ireland on course for a record 46-19 win over his native Australia in Dublin.

As it happened: Ireland pile more pain on Wallabies with huge win

The Wallabies will be out to snap a two-Test skid and keep their hopes of a top-six seeding for the Rugby World Cup alive when they face Ireland in Dublin.

JOC back as Schmidt shuffles deck for Ireland

Veteran playmaker James O'Connor has been called on to take the reins of the ailing Wallabies, handed back the No.10 shirt as they seek to rescue their crumbling season against Ireland in Dublin.

Ireland vs. Australia: How to watch, kick-off time, team news

Everything to know as the Wallabies take on Ireland at Aviva Stadium, Dublin on Saturday.

Overreactions: England to beat All Blacks? Wales set for miserable autumn?

England stayed perfect, Wales suffered a familiar drubbing and Australia limped to another defeat. ESPN writers Tom Hamilton and Sam Bruce weigh in on this weekend's talking points.

Ireland vs. Japan: Hosts earn comfortable win with six-try display

Ireland bounced back from defeat to New Zealand by beginning their home autumn internationals with a 41-10 win over Japan in Dublin.

Ireland vs. Japan: How to watch, kick off time, latest news

Off the back of a trip to Chicago which ended in defeat to New Zealand last week, Ireland are back in Dublin looking to return to winning ways against Japan.

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.

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.

Barrett offers to help Beirne after Chicago red

All Blacks star Beauden Barrett has offered to assist Ireland's Tadhg Beirne after the lock was red carded for a dangerous tackle during New Zealand's 26-13 triumph in Chicago.

Ireland vs. New Zealand: Andy Farrell bemoans 'mental lapses' against All Blacks

Andy Farrell bemoaned mental lapses in Ireland's defeat by New Zealand in Chicago.

Ireland 13-26 New Zealand: All Blacks dominate second half for Chicago win

Tadhg Beirne was shown a contentious early red card as Ireland's quest to create more special memories in Chicago ended in an emphatic 26-13 loss to New Zealand.

New Zealand 26-13 Ireland: All Blacks triumph in Chicago after early Beirne red card

Tadhg Beirne was shown an early red card as Ireland's quest to create more special memories in Chicago ended in an emphatic 26-13 loss to New Zealand.

As it happened: All Blacks exact revenge on Ireland in Chicago

New Zealand produced a dominant second half to sink Ireland in Chicago, squaring the Windy City ledger after their loss nine years ago.

Ireland vs. New Zealand: How to watch, kick-off time, team news

Nine years on from their first win over New Zealand, Ireland return to Chicago hoping for a repeat. Here's what you need to know.

Ireland vs New Zealand: Beauden Barrett, Caleb Clarke return for All Blacks

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has made four changes to his lineup for Saturday's test against Ireland at Soldier Field in Chicago.

Ireland vs New Zealand: Caelan Doris in 'great nick' - Andy Farrell

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has said captain Caelan Doris is in "great nick" ahead of Saturday's clash with New Zealand in Chicago.

Windy City return: Nine years on, Ireland-All Blacks rivalry is as spicy as ever

Rich recent history, and the resumption of their staunch, dualling rivalry, sets the scene for the All Blacks and Ireland's return to Chicago this weekend.

Ireland have 'no excuses' vs. New Zealand in Chicago - Conan

Jack Conan says "there are no excuses" for Ireland not to perform against New Zealand in their opening match of the upcoming Autumn Nations Series.

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