Warren Gatland

We have not spoken about the wooden spoon, only about winning against Italy – it would be the same as if we were going for the Grand Slam

I do not think rugby has a problem with alcohol. It is an association that was rooted in the amateur era when you played the game and socialised with the opposition afterwards in the clubhouse. Drinking was a huge part of the social element of the game and when rugby went professional, it took a number of years for that culture to dissipate.

The edgy build-up to South Africa's match against Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday has brought back memories of the most brutal match I have been involved with as a coach.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Wing Josh Hathaway was handed a Wales debut with Ben Thomas starting at flyhalf in the first Test against Australia as the visitors look to snap a seven-game losing streak.

The starting gun for the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia next year has been fired.

My Wales players Down Under have gained invaluable experience and I think Andy Farrell will look at that when picking squad

The autumn Test series before a British and Irish Lions year represent the first major testing ground for the players.

Andy Farrell will have a big decision to make regarding Owen Farrell.

Test rugby is ecstasy or agony and decision to bring on George Ford for Marcus Smith would have been hailed as brilliant had it paid off

Steve Borthwick's decision-making has been criticised in the wake of England's defeat by New Zealand - Getty Images/David Rogers