Rugby
The Rugby World Cup qualifiers heat up as top teams battle for a spot in the tournament.
- World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa, New Zealand, England
- Next Big Match: South Africa vs New Zealand
- Top Try Scorer: Harry Wilson
- Full Article: After a last-gasp win over the Flying Fijians in Newcastle earlier this month, the Wallabies turned their focus towards the Lions Series opener in the River City. The Lions went into the match as strong favourites, and the visitors lived up to that label in the first Test. Sione Tuipulotu and Tom Curry scored a try each as the Lions took control during the opening 40 minutes, before Dan Sheehan crossed early in the second term to extend their lead to a commanding 24-5 margin by the 42nd minute.