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Eng vs. NZL: Freeman, Chessum injury doubts Eng vs. NZL: Freeman, Chessum injury doubts

England are sweating on the fitness of Tommy Freeman and Ollie Chessum after the duo emerged as doubts for Saturday's clash with New Zealand.

England vs. Fiji: Marcus Smith backed to add spark in attack England vs. Fiji: Marcus Smith backed to add spark in attack

Steve Borthwick expects the return of Marcus Smith to bring a ruthless streak to England's attack against Fiji at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Saturday.

Autumn Nations Series: England clean sweep? Australia need new fly-half? Autumn Nations Series: England clean sweep? Australia need new fly-half?

England, Scotland, South Africa and New Zealand all picked up wins in their opening Autumn Nations Series games. ESPN's writers weigh in on the big talking points.

Italy vs South Africa - Springboks ready for 'passion and intensity' from Italy Italy vs South Africa - Springboks ready for 'passion and intensity' from Italy

South Africa will be taking no chances against Italy this coming weekend, despite beating France with 14 men on Saturday, as the Azzuri come into the clash off a win against Australia.

Will Skelton ruled out as Wallabies reject 'fatigue' excuse Will Skelton ruled out as Wallabies reject 'fatigue' excuse

The blows keep coming for beleaguered Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt, with star lock Will Skelton ruled out of the two Tests he was due to play in the November international window.

Autumn internationals: Wales' Jac Morgan ruled out with dislocated shoulder Autumn internationals: Wales' Jac Morgan ruled out with dislocated shoulder

Wales captain Jac Morgan will miss the rest of the autumn internationals after suffering a suspected dislocated shoulder in their defeat to Argentina on Sunday.