New Zealand captain Richie McCaw has sounded an ominous note to world rugby, admitting he is “only just getting started” – before the final game of the season.

Fly-half Quade Cooper has finally ended speculation surrounding his future by signing a new two-year deal with the Australian Rugby Union and Queensland.

New Zealand hooker Andrew Hore has been banned for five weeks – but just two competitive matches – for striking Wales lock Bradley Davies.