England leapfrog Wales in rankings
England's Jonny May celebrates in front of Ireland's Keith Earls

England leapfrog Wales in rankings

England have climbed up to No 3 in the World Rugby rankings after their 32-20 win over Ireland in Dublin. (more…)

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North finishes year on top
Johnny Sexton breaks the line

North finishes year on top

The home nations have outperformed South Africa and Australia for the better part of three seasons and will head into the 2019 World Cup with a psychological edge, writes JON CARDINELLI. (more…)

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Springboks end year in defeat
Liam Williams scores for Wales

Springboks end year in defeat

The Springboks slumped to a fourth successive loss against Wales after succumbing to a disappointing 20-11 defeat in Cardiff on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports. (more…)

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Nations League wrap: Honours even between Germany, France
Alphonse Areola of France saves a header from Matthias Ginter of Germany in their Uefa Nations League opener.

Nations League wrap: Honours even between Germany, France

European powerhouses Germany and France played out to a goalless draw, while Wales thumped the Republic of Ireland 4-1 on the opening day of Uefa Nations League fixtures.

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