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England withstand Australia comeback to level series

- July 10, 2022July 10, 2022

If Perth was the entrée and Brisbane was the main course, Sydney promises to be a dessert worth staying for. After the drama of the Wallabies’ first Test win over England in Perth a week ago, few could have anticipated the sequel could have rivalled it in Brisbane. But England, with Eddie

Ireland make history with first win over All Blacks in New Zealand

- July 9, 2022July 9, 2022

Ireland delivered an excellent all-round performance as they sealed a deserved 23-12 triumph over the All Blacks in Dunedin – their first victory in this fixture on New Zealand soil. The All Blacks were their own worst enemy as their discipline let them down and they had to play most of

PREVIEW: ALL BLACKS V IRELAND (FORSYTH BARR STADIUM)

- July 8, 2022July 8, 2022

After a 42-19 victory in the opening Steinlager Series Test at Eden Park last weekend, the All Blacks have a chance to sew up the series at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Saturday night. Match details: All Blacks v Ireland, Saturday 9 July, 7.05pm NZT, Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin Played: 34 Won: All Blacks 30,

Dalton Papalii named at blindside for second Test against Ireland in Dunedin

- July 7, 2022July 7, 2022

(Above: Dalton Papalii (L) has been named at blindside for the second Test against Ireland. Photo: Getty Images) Dalton Palalii named at blindside with Scott Barrett moving to lock Aidan Ross and Folau Fakatava come into squad for potential debuts The All Blacks team has been named to play Ireland at

Argentina beat Scotland in Michael Cheika’s first match in charge

- July 3, 2022July 3, 2022

Argentina marked their first home game in almost three years with a solid 26-18 victory over Scotland on Saturday. It was also Michael Cheika’s debut match as head coach and his side did him proud, withstanding a Scottish comeback to go 1-0 ahead in the three-Test series. The Pumas made a fast

Late Damian Willemse penalty breaks Wales hearts in thrilling Test

- July 3, 2022July 3, 2022

South Africa came from 18-3 behind to claim a 32-29 victory over Wales, but they were indebted to Damian Willemse who kicked a last-minute penalty to snatch the win. Wales defended superbly in the opening exchanges and took their chances when they presented themselves. Louis Rees-Zammit showed his searing speed to touch

14-man Wallabies end winless streak against England

- July 3, 2022July 3, 2022

The Wallabies had Darcy Swain sent off early on but still managed to seal a 30-28 triumph against England in their July international in Perth on Saturday. Swain received his marching orders for headbutting Jonny Hill in the 34th minute but the Wallabies dug deep and secured the result which is

ALL BLACKS BEAT IRELAND 42-19 IN FIRST TEST OF 2022

- July 2, 2022July 3, 2022

All Black ride scrum dominance to a 42–19 win over Ireland in the first Steinlager Series Test at Eden Park on Saturday. Exposing the Irish front row Achilles' heel since arriving in New Zealand, the All Blacks made good their desire to right the record after their defeat by Ireland in

Five-try France get the better of Japan in Toyota

- July 2, 2022July 3, 2022

France proved too strong for Japan in Toyota on Saturday as the visitors claimed a 42-23 victory in the first of two Tests between the sides. Although Les Bleus outscored their hosts by five tries to two they did not always have things going their way as Japan were competitive for

PREVIEW: ALL BLACKS V IRELAND (EDEN PARK)

- July 2, 2022July 2, 2022

The All Blacks open their 2022 Test campaign with a clash against an Irish team who have developed into one of the fiercest rivals of the men in black over the past decade. Match details: All Blacks v Ireland, Saturday 2 July, 7.05pm NZT, Eden Park, Auckland Played: 33 Won: All Blacks 29,