In addition to more familiar names like AJ MacGinty, Cam Dolan, and David Ainu'u, former Germany international Chris Hilsenbeck has been included in the USA's extended player squad for 2025 when 2027 World Cup qualification is on the line.
In addition to more familiar names like AJ MacGinty, Cam Dolan, and David Ainu'u, former Germany international Chris Hilsenbeck has been included in the USA's extended player squad for 2025 when 2027 World Cup qualification is on the line.
A two-from-two Northern Tour from the All Blacks XV has displayed the depth of New Zealand's talent stocks once more, with no shortage of emerging stars making their case for higher honours.
Injuries in both of New Zealand's current touring teams have resulted in a bevy of changes ahead of the All Blacks XV's opening game against Munster this weekend.
England overcame the USA 43-29 at Twickenham on Sunday, handing out the most debuts in one match since 1947.
England overcame the USA 43-29 at Twickenham on Sunday, handing out the most debuts in one match since 1947.
Marcus Smith capped an assured debut at fly-half with a try, with Sam Underhill, Ollie Lawrence, Jamie Blamire and Harry Randall also crossing.
Marcus Smith capped an assured debut at fly-half with a try, with Sam Underhill, Ollie Lawrence, Jamie Blamire and Harry Randall also crossing.