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HIGHLIGHTS: Japan v France

Galthie impressed as youthful France overcome stern Japan test

A Bleus side with three debutants did enough to overcome a spirited Japan, much to the satisfaction of their head coach.   France boss Fabien Galthie was impressed with the way his youthful Bleus...

Former Wallabies star Folau injured on Test rugby return with Tonga

Having switched his international allegiance, Israel Folau's Tonga debut was a day to forget after he was forced off injured early on.   Ex-Australia back Israel Folau saw his return to Test rugby...

JAPAN v FRANCE: Preview, Stats, Facts and Lineups

Japan host France in Aichi on Saturday in what is just the fourth official meeting between the two sides since 1973.   The sides have met on 10 occasions, although France did not award...

'It was like Bryan Habana!' – Jones impressed with uncapped Arundell

A scintillating long-range try in training has earned Henry Arundell comparisons to Bryan Habana from England boss Eddie Jones.   Henry Arundell could be a "significant player"...

South Africa's top spot on the World Rugby rankings under siege

South Africa's number one ranking is on the line this weekend, with New Zealand, France and Ireland capable of usurping the Springboks.       World Rugby have published...

Damian de Allende, Lood de Jager sign for Japanese club

Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks Damian de Allende and Lood de Jager are off to Japan next season.   Japan Rugby League One side the Panasonic Wild Knights have confirmed that the...

10 minutes of Romain Ntamack being very good at rugby

Louwrens locked in for 2023 and 2024

The Melbourne Rebels have added another player with international experience to their 2023 squad, announcing former Rebel, Ryan Louwrens, will be returning to AAMI Park.   Louwrens has committed...

The weekend's test team lineups

Here are the test teamsheets for this weekend.   JAPAN V FRANCE       View this post on Instagram       A post shared by Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) NEW...