The French Rugby Federation has taken a huge step towards ending the abuse of the rule regarding simulated scrums. FULL STORY >>
In what promises to be the most closely fought Tri-Nations in several years, New Zealand and South Africa kick-off the tournament while Australia face France in the second Test between the two.
Although Les Bleus are preparing for an away clash with Australia on Saturday, it is in Paris where most interest will be as France's best clash in the Top 14 Final.
South African referee Mark Lawrence has been replaced by Marius Jonker as touch judge/reserve referee for the Saturday's second Test between New Zealand and England in Christchurch.
It's a busy weekend in the rugby world with internationals galore, including the semi-finals of the IRB Junior World Championships.
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