The first full week of autumn internationals did not disappoint, with upsets, dramatic finishes and a dominant display from the southern hemisphere sides. New Zealand condemned Ireland to their first defeat at home since 2021, Australia mounted a thrilling comeback to stun England, and South Africa‘s form continued, beating Scotland.
Fiji provided the upset of the round with a 24-19 win over Wales in Cardiff.
The next round of games promises more excitement, with pressure mounting on the northern sides to turn their fortunes around.
Here’s everything you need to know including team news, how to watch and match previews.
Ireland vs. Argentina
Time: Friday, Nov. 15 at 8.10 p.m. UK (7.10 a.m. Saturday AEST)
Stadium: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
How to watch: TNT Sports/ discovery+
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Replacements: Ignacio Ruiz, Ignacio Calles, Francisco Gomez Kodela, Franco Molina, Santiago Grondona, Gonzalo Garcia, Santiago Carreras, Justo Piccardo.
Team news: For Argentina, Pablo Mateira returns to the side, with the 105 Test veteran coming in to the back row after serving a one match suspension. Guido Petti starts at lock with Franco Molina dropped to the bench. Santiago Carreras has been added to the bench after overcoming a calf injury which forced him to miss the win over Italy last week. Uncapped centre Justo Piccardo is set to make his debut off the bench.
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Scotland vs. Portugal:
Time: Saturday Nov. 16 at 3.10 p.m. UK (2.10 a.m. Sunday AEST)
Stadium: Murrayfield, Edinburgh
How to watch: TNT Sports/ discovery+
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England vs. South Africa
Time: Saturday Nov. 16 at 5.40 p.m. UK (4.40 a.m. Sunday AEST)
Stadium: Allianz Stadium Twickenham, London
How to watch: TNT Sports/ discovery+
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France vs. New Zealand
Time: Saturday Nov. 16 at 8.10 p.m. UK (7.10 a.m. Sunday AEST)
Stadium: Stade de France, Paris
How to watch: TNT Sports/ discovery+
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Italy vs. Georgia
Time: Sunday Nov. 17 at 1.40 p.m. UK ( 12.40 a.m. Monday AEST)
Stadium: Stadio Luigi Ferraris, Genoa
How to watch: TNT Sports/ discovery+
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Wales vs. Australia
Time: Sunday Nov. 17 at 4.10 p.m. UK (3.10 a.m. Monday AEST)
Stadium: Principality Stadium, Cardiff
How to watch: TNT Sports / discovery+
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Source: espn.com