The Nations Championship starts this weekend as part of an exciting and innovative new direction for international rugby union.
England have the toughest start possible as they face a daunting trip to South Africa’s high-altitude Ellis Park fortress in Johannesburg, beginning against the reigning back-to-back world champion Springboks.
New Zealand against France is another huge highlight on opening day, along with Australia vs Ireland, Argentina vs Scotland, Fiji vs Wales and Japan vs Italy.
But what is exactly is the Nations Championship and how does it work? Standard Sport explains…
What is the Nations Championship?
The Nations Championship is a brand new international rugby union…
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