Battle with Boks tops feast of action

I LOVE this phase of the season when the big boys from down under come to town and we are treated to a host of quality international rugby.

Between now and December 5 when New Zealand sign off their tour with a game against the Barbarians in Twickenham, rugby fans have 20 full internationals to cherry pick from. The Sky+ box will be on overtime.

The opening phase of the season has provided far more entertainment than normal, with the Heineken Cup in particular producing some cracking contests.