New Zealand began the Dave Rennie era with a narrow 34-32 victory against a weakened France in their first Nations Championship Test, which featured several exciting tries. The match showcased a competitive spirit and high-scoring action, marking a significant start for the new coach.

The All Blacks began their Nations Championship campaign with a victory over France 'B' in Christchurch on Saturday, securing a win to kick off the tournament.

In a closely contested match, Ireland defeated Australia 33-31 in the Nations Championship. The game showcased strong performances from both teams, but Australia's discipline issues were highlighted as a significant factor in their loss, according to a statement from their coach.

Ireland secured a narrow 33-31 victory against Australia in the Nations Championship Test held in Sydney. The match concluded dramatically with Wallabies flyhalf Ben Donaldson missing a long-range penalty attempt after the final whistle.

The All Blacks secured a victory in their Nations Championship opener against France. Meanwhile, the Springboks are set to begin their campaign against England at Ellis Park in Johannesburg later on Saturday, according to SABC Sport.

The Springboks faced a challenging first half against England in the Nations Championship but ultimately secured a significant victory with a strong performance in the latter stages of the match. The game highlighted key moments and strategies that contributed to the Springboks' success.