The USA Eagles produced a 28-15 win over a spirited Canada side in their opening game of the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup in Los Angeles.
Scotland will travel to South Africa in September to defend their WXV 2 title, kicking off their campaign on Saturday 28 September against last year’s runners-up on points difference Italy at DHL Stadium.
The iconic coaching sage will influence Scott Robertson's style of play as the Ian Foster playbook is ripped up.
Former players for each nation have made no secret of the importance placed on the rivalry and desire to claim the Cup.
With just four months before the Rugby World Cup kicks off in France, the All Blacks' selection race is getting tense and the pressure is growing for Super Rugby Pacific's top players to prove their form.
Challenge Cup finalists Glasgow have confirmed that six players will leave the club after the final next week – the already announced Ryan Wilson and five others, including midfielder Sam Johnson.
After 13 years of being associated with Glasgow Warriors, Ryan Wilson will be leaving at the end of the 2022/23 season.
Glasgow drew inspiration from basketball stars during a brutal pre-season programme to set them up for success
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If Canada's 48-7 thrashing at the hands of Italy was any indication, the All Blacks look set for a big victory.