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Ireland escape Sydney with a Nations Championship warning
Ireland beat Australia 33-31 in Sydney, but the comeback win came with enough defensive alarms to keep Andy Farrell busy.
Springboks punish England in Johannesburg opener
South Africa beat England 45-21 at Ellis Park, and the first weekend already gave England a tournament problem.
All Blacks edge France in the Nations Championship opener
New Zealand beat France 34-32 in Christchurch, but the first marquee match of the new tournament left as many questions as answers.
Match Review
Leinster turn the URC final into a statement night
Leinster retained the URC title at Croke Park with a 36-7 win over the Bulls — and sent Ireland into summer with both momentum and injury questions.