Debutants impress in England’s 3-0 win over Wales
England head coach Gareth Southgate

Debutants impress in England’s 3-0 win over Wales

England boss Gareth Southgate says Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Jack Grealish and Bukayo Saka have got a jump on his absent players in the pecking order after their impressive performances in the 3-0 friendly win over Wales.

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Gatland declines All Blacks job
Steve Hansen and Warren Gatland before the first Test

Gatland declines All Blacks job

Former Wales coach Warren Gatland has declined an offer to coach the All Blacks and will instead focus on his commitments with the Chiefs and the British & Irish Lions. (more…)

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All Blacks end Hansen era on a high
Ben Smith scored twice against Wales

All Blacks end Hansen era on a high

The All Blacks claimed a 40-17 bronze final victory against Wales in Tokyo on Friday to give coach Steve Hansen a winning end to his tenure. DYLAN JACK reports. (more…)

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Pollard boots Boks into final
Handre Pollard slots a kick

Pollard boots Boks into final

Handre Pollard kicked a late penalty as the Springboks clinched a gritty 19-16 win over Wales and a place in the World Cup final. JON CARDINELLI at the Yokohama Stadium reports.

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Springboks get Garces again
Jerome Garces with Siya Kolisi, Kieran Read

Springboks get Garces again

French referee Jerome Garces will be in charge of the Springboks’ World Cup semi-final against Wales on Sunday, while Welshman Nigel Owens will referee England’s clash with New Zealand. (more…)

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