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Boks set to maintain top spot in world rankings regardless of this weekend's results

The Springboks will hold on to their number one ranking for this week, regardless of what happens in their huge game against Ireland on Saturday.

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Eben Etzebeth admits Springboks are fired up for Dublin showdown with Ireland

Springbok great Eben Etzebeth says the Boks are eager to rewrite history against Ireland in Dublin, a venue they haven't won at since 2012.

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England leapfrog Ireland in World Rugby rankings after heroic win over the All Blacks

England have moved up to third place in the latest World Rugby rankings, ahead of Ireland who also won over the weekend.

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Eddie Jones wants World Rugby to examine 'absurd' rate of cards being dished out

Japan head coach Eddie Jones says the frequency and severity of sanctions being handed out to players during international matches is getting out of hand.

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Test Rugby wrap: Ireland smash Australia, Wales and France win

Ireland claimed their record-biggest win over Australia, while there were also wins for Wales and France in international Test rugby action on Saturday.

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All Blacks answer the rally call on Soldier Field to defeat 14-man Ireland

Two late tries from the All Blacks helped them secure a 26-13 win over Ireland at a sold-out Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday night.

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