Rugby News

Australia cruised through their Ladbrokes Four Nations opener against Scotland delivering a 54-12 victory.

Gethin Jenkins is two appearances away from becoming the most capped front-row forward in Test match history.

Ireland ensured there will be a full house of home nations at the 2017 World Cup with a 70-16 win over Russia in the final match of European qualifying Pool B in Bray.

Wayne Bennett says England need to learn how to win close games after they were beaten 17-16 by New Zealand in their Four Nations opener.

Leinster reversed last season's Guinness PRO12 final result with a 24-13 derby victory over Connacht to take top spot in the table.

Thomas Leuluai was unhappy with the officials after he was prevented from helping New Zealand complete their 17-16 win over England in their Four Nations clash in Huddersfield.

Wales clinched a place in the 2017 World Cup after coming from 14-10 down at half-time to beat Italy 20-14 in Monza.

Saracens are searching for experience to fill the gap in their second row and are interested in Australian Will Skelton

Harlequins produced a strong second-half performance to see off Worcester 36-14 and continue their impressive home form.

Saracens piled fresh misery onto title rivals Leicester by cruising to a 24-10 Aviva Premiership victory at Allianz Park.

A Shaun Johnson drop goal consigned England to a 17-16 loss in their opening match of the Ladbrokes Four Nations.

Ospreys maintained their unbeaten home record this season with a 35-17 Guinness PRO12 victory over Welsh rivals Newport Gwent Dragons.

Australia coach Mal Meninga was pleased with the contribution of his back-up players as opened their Ladbrokes Four Nations campaign with a 54-12 victory over Scotland.