Scotland have risen to fifth in the world rankings after beating Argentina, but Saturday's visit to South Africa will be a true test of their perceived improvement, writes Andy Burke.

Australia flanker Tom Hooper extends his contract at Exeter by a further season before agreeing to return to Super Rugby.

Virimi Vakatawa, whose power and pace graced France's midfield, could turn out for Fiji against England on Saturday.

England call up Harlequins forward Chandler Cunningham-South to replace injured wing Cadan Murley for Saturday's Nations Championship game against Fiji.

Scrum coach John Fogarty says the Ireland backroom team have been impressed with uncapped props Billy Bohan and Sam Illo, who are hoping to make their Test debuts against Japan this week.

BBC Sport Wales charts the colourful 58-year rugby history of Argentina hosting Wales.

Sale wing Tom Roebuck has been drafted into the England try to balance back-three options amid a raft of injuries.

South Africa asserted their dominance over England with a commanding victory in the Nations Championship at Ellis Park.

Watch highlights as Wales secure a 39-24 victory in their Nations Championship opener against Fiji at Cardiff City Stadium.

Watch highlights as Ireland strike late to beat Australia 33-31 in their Nations Championship opener in Sydney.