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Out of favour with Ian Foster, pacey loosie heads to Wasps to link with some old mates. http://dlvr.it/S2pjt3

Gavin Mortimer laments the lack of quality rugby on show in FranceToulouse celebrate lifting the Bouclier de Brennus after the Top 14 final (Getty Images)Gavin Mortimer laments the lack of quality rugby on show in France http://dlvr.it/S2ntp1

Tonga coach Toutai Kefu does not have the luxury of selecting his best overseas players and has been recruiting Tongans from clubs and provinces around New Zealand. http://dlvr.it/S2m2Jj

Naitoa Ah Kuoi and Samipeni Finau have signed extended contracts as the Chiefs start to assemble their forward pack for Warren Gatland's return in 2022. http://dlvr.it/S2kpmt

The New Zealanders are focused on quality this week, never mind the level of their first-up opponents. http://dlvr.it/S2jxfz

Returning All Black loose forward says he never lost sight of his primary goal even while battling a long-term head problem. http://dlvr.it/S2h6X3

Ian Foster's men will play their first test of the year as they welcome their Pacific rivals to Auckland's Mt Smart Stadium. http://dlvr.it/S2ft1X

The 26-year-old will join Lachlan Boshier at Robbie Deans' Panasonic side and is keeping his test options open between Japan and Manu Samoa. http://dlvr.it/S2f3Xv

He let the ABs selectors know he was looking offshore. They weren't bothered. So a lucrative two-year stint in Japan now awaits. http://dlvr.it/S2cGrc

Veteran halfback wasn't expecting Warren Gatland's offer, but instantly accepted it. http://dlvr.it/S2b5PT

Three South Africa players, prop Vincent Koch, halfback Herschel Jantjies and wing Sbu Nkosi, returned positive tests on when the squad assembled in Johannesburg. http://dlvr.it/S2ZQjp

Kiwi coach is betting on Ireland star's 94 test caps to pull him through against the Springboks, despite his never having led a professional rugby team. http://dlvr.it/S2YFwZ

Peter V’landys left scrambling to find the "most viable and profitable" alternative venue for Origin III, while first French rugby test is all but heading out of Sydney, too. http://dlvr.it/S2XQpm

Expect the All Blacks coach to run both his world-class No 10s in July as he moves towards a Bledisloe D-day. http://dlvr.it/S2WpQr

Captain Ash Dixon got on the scoreboard in the second half as the Māori All Blacks impressed in wet and windy conditions in Wellington. http://dlvr.it/S2VbKF

NZ Rugby won't deny that the off contract Chiefs playmaker is departing, with a spell in the cashed-up Top League tipped as the likely destination. http://dlvr.it/S2ThFH

When Hamilton Boys' High School 1st XV coach Nigel Hotham first saw the strapping pre-teen he "looked like a teacher sitting in a Southwell uniform". http://dlvr.it/S2Stx0

The 25-year-old played just one game for the Highlanders in 2021 as he took time out to address his deteriorating mental health. http://dlvr.it/S2R90N

The All Blacks will farewell midfielder Braydon Ennor after he had surgery. http://dlvr.it/S2Q16F

The All Blacks star and Chiefs winger Etene Nanai-Seturo are not guaranteed their place after switch from 15s, coach Clark Laidlaw says ahead of Oceania Sevens. http://dlvr.it/S2P9St

Former test enforcer says it was tough to single out anyone, but Mealumu earned his utmost respect. http://dlvr.it/S2MLVm

Lions coach lauds Kiwi back's passing and offloading game and proven partnership with Robbie Henshaw. http://dlvr.it/S2L8wX

One of the first things David Havili did after being recalled to the All Blacks was thank Crusaders coach Scott Robertson for convincing him to change positions. http://dlvr.it/S2KJHf

Veteran All Blacks lock says he's feeling the benefits of a change of scenery and the time to look after his body. http://dlvr.it/S2HVy3

ABs have traditionally led way with new trends. But what's left, and when will it be unveiled in bid to win back World Cup? http://dlvr.it/S2GLjv

The Dunedin-born prop has just won a title with Robbie Deans' Panasonic side and says world rugby needs to do everything it can to involve Japan. http://dlvr.it/S2FTYl

The proud Southlander says parents thinking of schooling their kids in bigger regions to boost their sporting careers should 'stick to their roots'. http://dlvr.it/S2Cgp2

Finlay Christie first heard in a bar with Blues team-mates and was mobbed, while Quinn Tupaea was stunned to learn of his call-up while with the Māori All Blacks. http://dlvr.it/S2BXtH

OPINION: You can't please everyone when an All Blacks squad is named. Disappoinment, elation and a new skipper were part of the deal. http://dlvr.it/S29kWK

Here’s how to find the best rugby deals on Amazon Prime Day – 21-22 June 2021Looking for a bargain? Amazon Prime Day will have deals for you! (Getty Images)Here’s how to find the best rugby deals on Amazon Prime Day – 21-22 June 2021 http://dlvr.it/S281C9

Twenty-two uncapped players named for France's three-test tour to Australia. http://dlvr.it/S26v1S

Remember David Havili? He last played for the All Blacks in late 2017. His luck may be about to turn. http://dlvr.it/S26GV6

The Southland Stags have been dealt yet another injury blow with outside back Josh Moorby expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks. http://dlvr.it/S258yF

Highlanders skipper delivers priceless post-game press conference after gallant Super Rugby final defeat. http://dlvr.it/S24K51

Andy Jefferd came from the one of the smallest rugby provinces to be thrust into the cauldron of the 1981 Springboks tour. http://dlvr.it/S23jT5

Former Highlanders favourite hadn't played in the English Premiership this season after longterm knee problem. http://dlvr.it/S22Y6N

The Waratahs spent nearly $1 million under the salary cap for this season and lost every game, but recorded a profit in 2020. http://dlvr.it/S21cs9

The co-captains have known each other since they were 19 years old and their leadership will be critical in the pressure-cooker of Eden Park. http://dlvr.it/S20rqr

A former Southland Stag rugby player has been sentenced to jail on a range of firearms charges. http://dlvr.it/S1yh6D

It seems the US has a bit to learn about rugby terminology as it bids for three Rugby World Cups - and this gaffe isn't the worst example. http://dlvr.it/S1y07t

Scott Robertson is on the cusp of re-signing with New Zealand Rugby, but not before some finer details are sorted. http://dlvr.it/S1x8pN

Leon MacDonald says they'll miss their influential No 6, but have full faith in his stand-in for Saturday's Super Rugby final. http://dlvr.it/S1tvP6

With Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Beauden Barrett signed for 2022, the Blues say they didn't need to add Jordie Barrett to their roster. http://dlvr.it/S1tCwD

Elliot Dixon, who scored a vital try and in the shock win over the Hurricanes in the 2015 final, believes the Highlanders can beat the Blues. http://dlvr.it/S1sKtx

Hayley McLeod and her family will forever appreciate the joy a few Crusaders helped provide daughter Charlotte during her final couple of months. http://dlvr.it/S1q6VL

The sporting world watched in horror after Christian Eriksen collapsed during Euro 2020. Hoani Macdonald was also lucky to survive. http://dlvr.it/S1pQx2

Their form has propelled Quins into the Premiership play-offs and here they tell Rugby World what makes them tickTheir form has propelled Quins into the Premiership play-offs and here they tell Rugby World what makes them tick http://dlvr.it/S1mLMb

Assistant coach Riki Flutey says he is 'hopeful' the duo will be fit but has backed their replacements to step up if needed. http://dlvr.it/S1lG22

For the first time in the competition's history, every single Farah Palmer Cup game will be broadcast this season. http://dlvr.it/S1kbcX

The Ireland hooker bolsters front-row options for first campIreland hooker Ronan Kelleher is training with the Lions this week (NurPhoto/Getty Images)The Ireland hooker bolsters front-row options for first camp http://dlvr.it/S1hZwh