The Black Ferns are gearing up for their semi-final clash with Canada in the Rugby World Cup, knowing full well that recent history is not on their side in the matchup.
All Blacks star Cam Roigard is back to full fitness after a pesky stress fracture that has kept him sidelined for the Rugby Championship to date, and he's ready to hit the ground running.
Four years ago, Irish tears were caused by a failure to qualify for the global showpiece. A top eight return coming off the back of consecutive third-place Six Nations finishes undoubtedly represents progress.
The Daily Telegraph are reporting that Toby Booth is set to join Harlequins as head coach for the 2025/26 season, while the club looks for a long-term successor to Danny Wilson.
Lee Blackett has more than served his apprenticeship, passed his audition and Steve Borthwick has shown his evolution by getting him on board permanently.