The latest rugby news on the major tournaments from around the globe.
Hurricanes skipper Conrad Smith is done backpacking around the world, and the All Black midfield general has turned his attention to exploring the watertight Stormers defensive system this weekend.
England fullback Ben Foden is relishing the build-up to this year's "crunch" Six Nations match against Wales at Twickenham on Saturday.
Wales prop Adam Jones has insisted the World Cup semifinalists are ignoring suggestions they could bully England physically when the teams meet in the Six Nations at Twickenham on Saturday.
Scotland coach Andy Robinson has insisted Stuart Hogg will have the "freedom to play" when the teenage fullback makes his first Test start against France in the Six Nations at Murrayfield on Sunday.
Northampton Saints Paul Diggin has signed a new contract to remain with the Heineken Cup finalists.
The Cheetahs suffered a setback ahead of their Super Rugby season opener against the Lions on Saturday.
Sharks skipper Keegan Daniel believes his team have come through the pre-season challenges with flying colours and are primmed and ready to tackle the Bulls on Friday.
England coach Stuart Lancaster made four personnel changes to the starting line-up for Saturday's crunch Six Nations match against Wales at Twickenham.
Interim England head coach Stuart Lancaster has made four changes to his line-up for Saturday's Six Nations clash with Wales at Twickenham.
Gloucester have revealed that Australian international hooker Huia Edmonds has signed for the club.
London Irish have signed Tongan international prop Halani Aulika on a two-year contract.
Captain Tom Hayes and hooker Simon Alcott have both agreed new two-year deals with Exeter Chiefs.
The defending-champion Queensland Reds received a timely boost, ahead of their Super Rugby season opener against their arch rivals, the Waratahs, on Saturday.
Gloucester have announced the signing of Australia international hooker Huia Edmonds.
While loose forward Liam Messam has been cleared to lead the Chiefs, in their Round One match against the Highlanders, the headline grabber is the debut of New Zealand heavyweight boxing 'champion' Sonny Bill Williams.
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The entire All Blacks apparel line has been updated for 2013/14. Check out the New Zealand All Blacks polo.
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