World Cup agony and Rassie's latest rant!

World Cup agony and Rassie's latest rant!

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Nations Championship Round 3: Are Ireland still a top side? Plus, a new Springbok captain?

The 3rd round of the Nations Championship saw New Zealand hammer Ireland, England hold on to win against Argentina and South Africa destroy Wales.Alfie Reynolds, Stuart Barnes and Charlie Morgan look back on all the action and Mark Palmer joins to reflect on Scotland's summer.Cou ...  Show more

 . 53min 18sec
Borthwick slams the "Negativity Committee" as England dodge disaster

England finished their Nations Championship matches this summer by beating Argentina 24-31!Steve Borthwick's side produced some of their best rugby of 2026 but also suffered the same disciplinary issues which saw them almost collapse to draw.The TMO saved England when Argentina t ...  Show more

 . 54min 46sec

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