Photo Gallery - Weekend internationals

New Zealand wrapped up their two-Test series against England with another comprehensive win, beating their Northen Hemisphere rivals 44-12 in Christchurch. It wasn't smooth sailing for South Africa against Italy however, with the world champions struggling along to a paltry 26-0 victory.

Crocked skipper: Richie McCaw is helped off the field after sustaining an ankle injury

Crocked skipper: Richie McCaw is helped off the field after sustaining an ankle injury

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Gallery - Durban painted gold

Gold rush: Lote Tuqiri dots down for Australia Captain's innings: Stirling Mortlock seals it for the Wallabies Disgruntled skipper: Victor Matfield is booed off the field