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OPINION: Scotland's backline, led by Finn Russell, is rated sharper than NewZealand's.

OPINION: Close ties blur boundaries between sport, commerce and gambling.

Australia's U18 team have trained together for five years, unlike NZ's.

Caelan Doris has only just resumed training with Leinster after his injury.

He continues to light up the NPC but Jamie Joseph is holding back this young star.

Patrick Tuipulotu faces up to six months on the sidelines.

The 33-year-old Scot already has two Women's World Cup finals to her name.

OPINION: Samipeni Finau is named as a loose forward/lock despite never playing lock.

Scott Robertson has resisted change to his All Blacks squad for their upcoming tour.

One potential omission could spark debate about the purpose of the wider All Blacks squad.