The 2008 mid-year rugby union tests (also known as the Summer Internationals in the Northern Hemisphere) refers to the international rugby union played from May to July 2008; they were mostly in the Southern Hemisphere. For Australia, New Zealand and South Africa they were preparation for the 2008 Tri-Nations. The Barbarians, an invitational club side, also conducted a three-match tour.
| Tour | Result | Victor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand v England test series | 2–0 | ||
| South Africa v Wales test series | 2–0 | ||
| Argentina v Scotland test series | 1–1 | Drawn | |
| Australia v France test series | 2–0 |
| Team/Tour | Opponents | |
|---|---|---|
| Barbarians end of season tour | (won) – (lost) – (lost) | |
| Italy tour | (lost) – (won) | |
| Ireland tour | (lost) – (won) |
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