

Steve Borthwick insists England must be ready to go to a dark place of "pain and suffering" against New Zealand.
Ollie Chessum and Tommy Freeman have been ruled out of England's clash against New Zealand at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Saturday.
New Zealand back row forward Hoskins Sotutu is nearing a move to Gallagher PREM club Saracens, according to reports.
Everything to know as England take on New Zealand at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on Saturday.
England are sweating on the fitness of Tommy Freeman and Ollie Chessum after the duo emerged as doubts for Saturday's clash with New Zealand.
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.
Ellis Genge says England "can't wait" to face the All Blacks and is predicting a "battle of attrition."
Gregor Townsend has opted for Kyle Steyn over Duhan van der Merwe as Jamie Ritchie and Zander Fagerson both miss out on Scotland's 23 for the clash with New Zealand at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Scotland, one could argue, will never get a better chance to upset the All Blacks for the first time. Hit by injuries and with indifferent form, New Zealand look a touch vulnerable.
The All Blacks have suffered a huge blow with Jordie Barrett ruled out of the rest of the autumn internationals with the injury he suffered in New Zealand's win over Ireland in Chicago on Saturday.
Scotland play New Zealand for the first time since 2022 on Saturday, with the hosts looking for their first ever win over the All Blacks. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the match.
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.
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.
Andy Farrell bemoaned mental lapses in Ireland's defeat by New Zealand in Chicago.
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.
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.
New Zealand produced a dominant second half to sink Ireland in Chicago, squaring the Windy City ledger after their loss nine years ago.
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.
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 head coach Andy Farrell has said captain Caelan Doris is in "great nick" ahead of Saturday's clash with New Zealand in Chicago.
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.
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.
An expanded 2027 Rugby World Cup means more teams and more excitement, but how does it all work?
South Africa men's rugby captain Siya Kolisi says the four-Test home series against New Zealand in September 2026 is going to be 'huge' for the Springboks, as well as for the franchise teams who will face the Kiwis.
SANZAAR has confirmed the future of the Rugby Championship with the tournament to be played in full through 2027, 2028 and 2029.
| Rugby Championship | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | Team | GP | PD | P |
| 1 | South Africa | 6 | +57 | 19 |
| 2 | New Zealand | 6 | +8 | 19 |
| 3 | Australia | 6 | -13 | 11 |
| 4 | Argentina | 6 | -52 | 10 |

