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England win Six Nations 2020

Eddie Jones’s team take title on points difference ahead of FranceKey score: Tom Curry celebrates scoring the bonus-point try in Italy (Getty Images)Eddie Jones’s team take title on points difference ahead of France http://dlvr.it/Rkl5xz

Cian Healy scores try on 100th Test appearance

But Ireland lost 35-27 to France in final Six Nations match in ParisCenturion: Cian Healy works his way towards the line against France (Getty Images)But Ireland lost 35-27 to France in final Six Nations match in Paris http://dlvr.it/Rkl5xP

Mitre 10 Cup: Salesi Rayasi hat-trick fires Auckland to top spot in Premiership

Auckland are now top of the Mitre 10 Cup Premiership courtesy of their sixth victory of the season. http://dlvr.it/RkjChm

Rugby Championship Australia v New Zealand live stream: How to watch the Tri-Nations

All you need to know to watch the opening match of the 2020 Tri-NationsOn the edge: Jordie Barrett runs in an All Blacks try in Bledisloe Two (Getty Images)All you need to know to watch the opening match of the 2020 Tri-Nations http://dlvr.it/RkhFmm

From anthems to boomerangs, Kiwi coach Dave Rennie is all in with Wallabies

How the Wallabies responded to the haka in the first two Bledisloe matches certainly wasn’t something Dave Rennie would leave to chance. http://dlvr.it/RkhFkV

'I’m still in shock': Rugby is keeping Aussie up-and-comer Jordan Petaia afloat after dad's sudden death

As he prepares to face the All Blacks, Jordan Petaia - arguably Australia's greatest rugby prospect - is hurting inside. http://dlvr.it/Rkdhl2

Why World Rugby don't allow HIA replacements in the Farah Palmer Cup

It's a regularity in the Mitre 10 Cup, but why does the women's game not have the ability to replace potentially concussed players? http://dlvr.it/RkcZjv

Wales captain to pass Richie McCaw to become most-capped test rugby player

Alun Wyn Jones will pass the former All Black skipper as rugby's most-capped international on Sunday. http://dlvr.it/RkcZhB

All Blacks v Australia: Richie Mo'unga's strategy to overcome the No 10 debate

The best way for All Black Richie Mo'unga to take the heat out of the No 10 debate is to produce a blinder in Sydney. http://dlvr.it/RkYXrQ

Wallabies hatch plan to counter All Blacks sensation Caleb Clarke

One Aussie has put his hand up but it seems it will take a collective effort to stop "a pretty impressive specimen" repeating his Eden Park heroics in Sydney. http://dlvr.it/RkXtpD

Percy Montgomery’s amazing museum

Springbok great Percy Montgomery has put hundreds of items from his career on display. The 2007 world champion talks Boks, boots and water bike challenges in a Q&AHigh point: Percy Montgomery after winning the 2007 World Cup at Stade de France (AFP/Getty Images)The former Springbok has put his vast memorabilia collection on display http://dlvr.it/RkXtnk

Black Ferns' contenders have big chance to stake selection claim

Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup hopefuls have an early chance to make an impression in Possibles versus Probables clash on November 7. http://dlvr.it/RkTmV8

Sonny Bill Williams asks Aus govt to allow New Zealand to resettle refugees

The cross-code superstar is in Canberra to help deliver a petition calling for Australia to accept New Zealand's offer to resettle refugees. http://dlvr.it/RkT662

Welsh referee Nigel Owens opts for Richie McCaw as rugby's ultimate 'hard man'

A new book listing the ''hardest'' men of rugby overlooks the two-time World Cup-winning All Blacks skipper. http://dlvr.it/RkT65K

All Blacks vs Australia: 'We aim to play a lot better' — John Plumtree's Wallaby warning

With Joe Moody and Sam Whitelock both healthy, New Zealand's focus is on closing out the Bledisloe series in Sydney. http://dlvr.it/RkPzxG

The New Zealand rugby player rated the best value import in the history of the English Premiership

He never made the All Blacks but at the age of 37 he's just been named in a Premiership team of year in his 11th season up north. http://dlvr.it/RkPK9X

All Blacks v Australia: James O'Connor here to stay at No 10 for the Wallabies

The one-time bad boy of Australian rugby now feels settled at international level as he looks to make the playmaking role his own. http://dlvr.it/RkPK92

Melbourne Storm's grand final hero Suliasi Vunivalu wants Wallabies jersey in 2021

He has two NRL rings, played rugby at St Kent's in Auckland and now he wants to be a Wallaby. http://dlvr.it/RkLGrL

All Blacks v Australia: The big calls Ian Foster must make for Bledisloe III

If the Wallabies are relieved No 8 Ardie Savea won't start, they might get a fright when they see Hoskins Sotutu in full cry. http://dlvr.it/RkKdgg

The five Wallabies who could turn things around against All Blacks

Dave Rennie waved a big stick following the Eden Park loss, but the threat of using it may be enough to get the desired response. http://dlvr.it/RkKdfh

Mitre 10 Cup: Waikato overcome Taranaki and go top of Premiership standings

Impressive season continues for the Mooloos, who defend one trophy and win another after seeing off spirited Naki in Hamilton. http://dlvr.it/RkHWnS

France v Ireland Women’s Six Nations match moved to Dublin

The final-round fixture is being switched from Lille due to quarantine regulationsSwitch: France beat Ireland 47-17 in Dublin last year (Getty Images)The final-round fixture is being switched from Lille due to quarantine regulations http://dlvr.it/RkH0HG

Premiership final Exeter v Wasps live stream: Match preview and how to watch

More than a year since it commenced, the 2019-20 Premiership reaches a tantalising climax as Exeter and Wasps clash at Twickenham today. Here's what you need to know Double sting: Exeter's Ian Whitten is pincered during their win over Wasps in the 2017 final (Getty Images) What a prospect as England's best two teams square up at HQ http://dlvr.it/RkH0Gv

Recap: Bay of Plenty v Canterbury - round seven of Mitre 10 Cup

Steamers thrash red and blacks in Tauranga. http://dlvr.it/RkDr2c

Wayne Barnes out of Premiership final

He has been replaced by Craig Maxwell-KeysLaying down the law: Referee Wayne Barnes in action (Getty Images)Wayne Barnes out of Premiership final Craig Maxwell-Keys will referee the Gallagher Premiership final between Exeter and Wasps on Saturday …Continue reading » http://dlvr.it/RkDFTN

Ireland back new faces against Italy

Jacob Whitehead looks ahead to the first weekend of autumn Tests in the northern hemisphere for 2020Taking charge: Andy Farrell at Ireland training ahead of the Italy game (Inpho)Jacob Whitehead looks ahead to the first weekend of autumn Tests in the northern hemisphere for 2020 http://dlvr.it/RkDFT9

Outside back Rory van Vugt one of Southland Stags' big improvers

The Southland Stags' decision-makers have given the team a major overhaul for the trip to Nelson to take on provincial powerhouses Tasman. http://dlvr.it/Rk9FS4

New All Blacks prop George Bower reveals 'hard' decision to turn down Fiji

The Wellington-born prop is proud of his Fijian heritage so when the chance came up last year to play for his 'home' country it was tough to say no. http://dlvr.it/Rk8YWG

Mitre 10 Cup talking points: Wellington burnt by All Blacks squad for Tri-Nations

The All Blacks not taking 46 players to Australia came as a relief for most teams, just not Wellington. http://dlvr.it/Rk8YW7

Mitre 10 Cup: It's mate against mate as Auckland face testing Harbour crossing

Auckland and Harbour players may share the chores at home, but on the field it's 'all go'. http://dlvr.it/Rk5TdX

British & Irish Lions to play Japan ahead of South African tour

There had been talk of taking on the ABs or NZ Maori, but Jamie Joseph's Cherry Blossoms get the nod instead for historic encounter. http://dlvr.it/Rk4n1n

'My Dad lost the plot': Du'Plessis Kirifi and family in tears at All Blacks callup

Named after a former Springboks captain, Du'Plessis stuns his family and moves within sight of a black jersey. http://dlvr.it/Rk4myt

Michael Cheika plots Wallabies' downfall in Tri Nations as he links up with Argentina

Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has been pictured putting the Pumas through their paces in Sydney ahead of the Tri Nations. http://dlvr.it/Rk1LL5

All Blacks coach Ian Foster on how Du'Plessis Kirifi got the nod over Lachlan Boshier

Fans of the Chiefs and Taranaki flanker left baffled as Wellington skipper storms into squad. http://dlvr.it/Rk10cj

All Blacks vs Australia: Huge blow for Wallabies as Matt To'omua sidelined for rest of season

Star playmaker suffered a groin injury in Sunday's loss to the All Blacks at Eden Park, leaving Dave Rennie's squad short at inside centre. http://dlvr.it/Rk10bW

Mitre 10 Cup: Auckland say no to All Black, power to top of Premiership table

Alama Ieremia says he was offered Akira Ioane for Tasman game, but it was 'too late'. http://dlvr.it/RjxWz4

Progress report: New Zealand’s 3 World Cups in 3 years

The women's rugby, cricket and football world cups are at different stages of planning and delivery, but all are progressing on track - despite the unforeseen interruptions by Covid-19. http://dlvr.it/RjxBb4

Wallabies great David Campese admits 'I'm eating humble pie' after All Blacks thrash Australia

Outspoken legend felt the ABs had lost their aura. He's gracious enough to admit he got it wrong and he's "copped hell" from AB fans after Bledisloe II. http://dlvr.it/RjxBZL

All Blacks vs Australia: Sam Cane's rebooted running game the brightest light

OPINION: The All Blacks' captain was in danger of becoming an one-dimensional collisions man. That has changed this Bledisloe Cup series. http://dlvr.it/Rjsrxg

Rory Sutherland – the secret and sacrifice behind his rise to the top

Loosehead Rory Sutherland reveals the painful hidden toll behind a career that has taken him from Hawick to Edinburgh and Scotland honours – and a possible Lions tour Pushing through the barrier: Rory Sutherland carries for Edinburgh against Glasgow in August (Inpho)A fascinating chat with the Edinburgh and Scotland prop http://dlvr.it/RjsYpw

Luke Cowan-Dickie strengthens England case – and other European finals talking points

Jacob Whitehead reflects on a West Country double in the two European finalsFirst act: Luke Cowan-Dickie scores Exeter's opening try (Getty Images)Jacob Whitehead reflects on a West Country double in the two European finals http://dlvr.it/RjsYpH

Mitre 10 Cup: Josh Timu carves up in Dunedin as Otago beat Counties-Manukau

Former All Blacks skipper Kieran Read's Counties lose again as rising star causes havoc for Otago. http://dlvr.it/RjqCHz

All Blacks son of a gun Caleb Clarke cherishes chance to honour the Jonah Lomu legacy

First test start on his home ground promises to be special occasion for this second-generation international. http://dlvr.it/RjpxDv

All Blacks vs Australia: Early acid-test for Ian Foster in quest for Bledisloe redemption

Veiled criticism from a coaching legend has the new All Blacks chief feeling the heat this week. http://dlvr.it/RjpxCz

Live: Manawatū vs Bay of Plenty - round six of Mitre 10 Cup

The winless Turbos aim to get off the mark for the season as the Steamers visit Palmerston North. http://dlvr.it/RjmWgk

'Stuff it': How former All Black Ross Filipo came out of retirement after pizza and beer

An injury crisis prompted Ross Filipo to return to professional rugby, a week after watching the Chiefs on his couch with pizza and beer. http://dlvr.it/RjmCYS

Mitre 10 Cup: Canterbury and Crusaders wing Manasa Mataele done for season

Manasa Mataele and George Bridge could both miss the start of Super Rugby next year with pectoral injuries. http://dlvr.it/RjmCVY

Extra Time: Pressure builds on All Blacks as Bledisloe battle heats up

Can Dave Rennie's Wallabies snap a 34-year losing streak at Eden Park? http://dlvr.it/RjhtnK

All Blacks v Australia: Ex-ABs captain Gary Whetton backs Ian Foster's men to 'do justice to jersey'

No-one dared dream that the Wallabies would lose 19 straight at Eden Park after they zapped the All Blacks in Auckland in 1986. http://dlvr.it/RjhVcq

Mitre 10 Cup talking points: Taniwha primed to end long Ranfurly Shield drought

The Ranfurly Shield, a dated bonus point system, and it's time for Ian Foster to do the provinces a favour, top this week's talking points. http://dlvr.it/RjhVbQ