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New Zealand wing Will Jordan scored a hat-trick against Italy to become the All Blacks' all-time leading try-scorer with 50 tries in 56 Tests.

France staged a second-half surge to defeat Australia 42-26 in Brisbane, with Aaron Grandidier Nkanang scoring two tries on debut.

Will Jordan became New Zealand's record try-scorer with a hat-trick in the All Blacks' 47-17 win over Italy during the Nations Championship.

Will Jordan scored a hat-trick, including his 50th international try, as New Zealand defeated Italy 47-17 in the Nations Championship. The performance marked a record milestone for the All Blacks fullback.

New Zealand defeated France 34-32 in a nine-try thriller in Christchurch to open the inaugural Nations Championship in dramatic fashion.

Cheslin Kolbe is poised to earn his 50th cap for South Africa in the upcoming Test against England at Ellis Park, marking a major career milestone.

South Africa prop Ox Nché acknowledges England's set-piece strength ahead of Saturday's clash, while England coach Kevin Sinfield says his team is ready for the altitude challenge in Johannesburg.

Uncapped lock Riley Norton will miss up to 10 weeks due to injury, while coach Rassie Erasmus emphasizes experience ahead of South Africa's clash with England.

South Africa's U20 team thrashed Uruguay 104-7 in their World Championship opener, scoring 16 tries. Meanwhile, the Springboks prepare for their Nations Championship match against England, with key absences and low ticket sales.