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England changes against Japan were a risk but rout showed plenty of reward
England put on a ruthless show despite ringing the changes and Steve Borthwick will now have a serious selection headache going into the clash with New Zealand next week.

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Nations Championship: England player ratings after Steve Borthwick's men run in 13 tries

Will Joseph stars with five tries as England thrash Japan 78-15

Wales vanquish demons of the past with historic win over All Blacks

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Tandy praises 'phenomenal' Wales players after ending 73-year wait for All Blacks win

Wales end 73-year wait with historic 35-28 victory over New Zealand

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France grab thrilling win after second-half fightback from South Africa

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France 21-19 South Africa: Les Bleus beat Springboks in classic Test - as it happened

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ARE HYBRID PLAYERS THE FUTURE?
The new norm? How hybrid players like Henry Pollock are changing rugby

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Nations Championship power rankings: Who should be worried after action-packed return?


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Wallabies' Lonergan defends Suaalii as Gordon nears return

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Scotland vs. Australia: How to watch, kick-off time, TV channel, team news for Nations Championship rugby clash

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Nations Championship huddle: Pollock stars, Erasmus unsatisfied, Australia in crisis?

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Talk is cheap: England finally deliver, when Borthwick needed it most

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David Rogers/Getty Images British and Irish Lions: The full 38-man squad to take on Australia
The British and Irish Lions squad for this summer's tour of Australia has been revealed.
David Rogers/Getty Images British & Irish Lions 2025: Australia tour fixtures
The British & Irish Lions are scheduled to face off against the Wallabies in Australia as part of a 10-match tour between June 20 and Aug. 2.



