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# Test

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Elliot Daly red doesn't prove costly as England punish the Pumas
Daly was sent off in the fifth minute but England coped manfully, extending their perfect run thanks to a 27-14 win.
All Blacks dominate World Rugby Player of the Year awards
As the All Blacks were named the World Rugby Team of the Year, Beauden Barrett took the individual prize.
Wales see off Pumas to end losing streak
Tries from Liam Williams and Gareth Davies, plus the boot of Leigh Halfpenny, led Wales to a morale-boosting win over Argentina.
'I couldn't tell you the last time we played five-a-side' - Sturridge on Klopp's tactical sessions
“In football, not may clubs do double sessions during the season but we have the opportunity to do it.”
'I think if anyone can challenge the All Blacks it is more likely to be Ireland'
Former All Black Todd Blackadder believes Ireland are capable of toppling the world champions.
Savea, Cruden and Fekitoa return for history-chasing All Blacks
Steve Hansen makes three changes for Saturday’s game in Auckland.
'It's hard to believe, to be honest' - Michael Cheika pays tribute to Anthony Foley
The former Leinster coach Michael Cheika reflected on the tragic death of a ‘special person’.
Surgery for Warburton after JVDF clash, flanker hopes to return in time for Wales' November Tests
The Wales captain suffered a fractured cheekbone in the loss to Leinster.
Eddie Jones tells England prop Vunipola to lose weight
The player was included in the coach’s 37-man training squad for the upcoming Tests
Ben Te'o one of seven uncapped players included in England squad
Eddie Jones’ side are preparing for Tests against South Africa, Fiji, Argentina and Australia.
'England should have at least 15 in Lions squad'
Eddie Jones believes the Lions have a real opportunity to beat the All Blacks and thinks England should be heavily represented in the squad.
Matt Giteau admits he may have played his last game for Australia
After breaking his ankle against New Zealand, Giteau could step aside to let the next generation come through.
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Allister Coetzee lauds resilient Springboks after series comeback
The Springboks held off Ireland to claim the three-Test series 2-1 in Port Elizabeth.
France ensure tied series with Argentina rout
That’s all you’ll be winning this weekend, lads.
Joe Schmidt on our radar along with Gatland and Cotter, says All Blacks chief
The Kiwis are planning for Steve Hansen’s exit.
Wallabies skipper defends attacking approach in demoralising loss to England
Stephen Moore’s side passed up opportunities to kick for goal when trying to reel in Eddie Jones’ side.
Vermeulen top of Springbok injury concerns ahead of series-deciding third Test
The dramatic comeback against Ireland could have come at a cost.
Michael Cheika apologises to Australia fans after series defeat to England
The home side slumped to a first ever series defeat in their own backyard to their bitter rivals.
Gatland proud despite series loss to New Zealand
After suffering a 36-22 loss to New Zealand that sealed their fate in the series, Wales coach Warren Gatland nonetheless expressed pride.
Cheika dumps props for second Test as he looks for instant response against England
Australia’s team for Melbourne shows four changes from the first Test defeat.
Jones scathing of England's 'disrespectful' treatment in Australia
England coach Eddie Jones has been less than impressed with how his team has been treated in Australia.
George North ruled out of New Zealand tour
The WRU have confirmed the disappointing news.
Conor O'Shea aims to create best Italy team ever
Italy have the potential to create their best ever team, the side’s new Irish coach Conor O’Shea has said.
Eddie Jones gives the nod to Burrell and Farrell for clash with Australia
George Ford drops to the bench for England’s first Test against Australia, with Owen Farrell returning to his usual position of fly-half.
No major surprises in English papers as the State exams kicked off today
The first exam for both sets of students this morning will be English paper 1.
Cutting out diving and lost time at the scrum the target of World Rugby law changes
World Rugby announced that minor amendments to rules for northern hemisphere rugby union will come into effect from July 1.
England call in Burrell to replace injured Tuilagi for Australia tour
The Northampton man played his first international since the World Cup warm-ups yesterday, and could partner Ben Te’o down under.
England run in five tries against Wales in tour warm-up at Twickenham
The margin of victory would have been even greater had George Ford not missed six of his seven kicks.
Horwill makes surprise return as Wallabies name 10 debutants
Australia will host England in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney next month.
Leaving Chris Ashton out of England squad was an 'easy call'
Eddie Jones feels Marland Yarde is better-equipped to work in his back three.
We put these four top smartphone cameras to the test. Here's how it went
Four smartphones, one camera test, but who wins?
A simple blood test can diagnose concussions
Left untreated or under-treated, concussions put patients at risk for further, often more serious injury.
How well do you know your League of Ireland history?
Do you know your Gary Twiggs from your Glenn Crowes?
Scrum-half Phillips retires from international rugby after 94 Wales caps
The 33-year-old helped the Welsh to two Grand Slams during his Test career.
Irish Blood Transfusion Service: 'We've been exposing donors to developing anaemia'
A new test introduced in July last year has been failing to identify donors with an iron deficiency.
QUIZ: How Much Did You Learn From Science Week?
Told you there’d be a test.
Would you want this small robot to deliver Tayto and Lucozade to you?
The makers say the autonomous robot will carry out local deliveries and do so in the space of 5 – 30 minutes.
'Joe always says you've got to make the guy outside you look better'
Isaac Boss gets a chance to impress at scrum-half against Scotland tomorrow.
Robbie Keane takes on Steven Gerrard in pick-up challenge
LA Galaxy TV arranged the competition between the Irish international and his new teammate.