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Ian Cameron

A seasoned journalist with over two decades of experience in both news and sports journalism. He has broken front-page stories for national newspapers and his articles have featured in The Sunday Times, The Irish Mail on Sunday, NZ Herald, The Sun, UK Daily Mail, The Mirror, Film Ireland and Rugby365, among others. Outside of journalism, Ian holds a master's degree in Film Studies from UCD and has produced and executive produced several rugby documentaries. Based in Ireland.

New Zealand Rugby statement: Court ruling in row over NRL team's name

New Zealand Rugby have issued a statement following a High Court ruling as they bid to block the use of the "Chiefs" name by a new…

Ian Cameron

16 Oct 2026, 2:20

New signing replaces Bok legend as Bulls make sweeping changes

The Vodacom Bulls have rung the changes for their Investec Champions Cup opener against Stade Français.

Ian Cameron

15 Oct 2026, 6:35

Leinster player ratings vs Cardiff | 2026/27 URC

Leinster player ratings: The men in blue's competitive return to the Laya Arena, AKA the revamped RDS, could hardly have been scri…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

10 Oct 2026, 13:30

Bulls and Stormers flex in South African URC derbies

The Bulls and the Stormers flexed their URC muscle with a pair of dominant wins over South African URC rivals, the Lions and Shark…

Ian Cameron

10 Oct 2026, 9:27

Henry Pollock swaps position as Northampton Saints make 4 changes for Bath

Northampton Saints have made four changes to their starting XV for Saturday’s Gallagher PREM meeting with Bath at DPD Stadium at…

Ian Cameron

09 Oct 2026, 5:54

Tadhg Beirne to make first URC appearance of season for Munster

Munster captain Tadhg Beirne will make his first appearance of the URC campaign when he starts against Ulster in Saturday’s inte…

Ian Cameron

09 Oct 2026, 3:29

Leo Cullen swings Leinster selection axe for first home game of URC season

Leo Cullen has rung the changes for Leinster’s first home game of the new URC season, naming an entirely changed starting XV for…

Ian Cameron

08 Oct 2026, 8:04

England qualified ex-All Blacks No.8 Hoskins Sotutu set first Newcastle Red Bulls start

Newcastle Red Bulls have handed Hoskins Sotutu his first start since arriving at the club, with the ex-All Black selected at No.8 …

Ian Cameron

02 Oct 2026, 4:35

Ciaran Frawley to make much anticipated Connacht debut

Ciaran Frawley will make his long-awaited Connacht debut on Friday night after being named at fly-half for Stuart Lancaster's side…

Ian Cameron

01 Oct 2026, 11:07

Stormers make shock Siya Kolisi call just 3 weeks after RGR

Siya Kolisi has been named in the DHL Stormers starting XV for Saturday's United Rugby Championship clash against Edinburgh, just …

Ian Cameron

01 Oct 2026, 8:24

Caspar Gabriel starts again as Leinster makes 5 changes for Sharks

Leo Cullen has recalled Ireland flanker Josh van der Flier to his Leinster starting XV for Saturday's URC Round 2 clash with the S…

Ian Cameron

01 Oct 2026, 7:44

One-cap England star Charlie Atkinson decides PREM club future

Gloucester have confirmed that Charlie Atkinson has signed a new contract that will keep him at Kingsholm until at least 2029.

Ian Cameron

01 Oct 2026, 4:51

RFU and Exeter Chiefs confirm Sandy Park to get England A international

The RFU and Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that Sandy Park will host England A's fixture against an Ireland XV on February 20, 2027.

Ian Cameron

01 Oct 2026, 3:22

Leinster lose two of their touring squad ahead of trip to Sharks

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has issued an injury update has confirmed that two of their squad members for the current tour of S…

Ian Cameron

28 Sep 2026, 7:49

Rassie Erasmus explains emptying the Bok bench on 47 minutes in Perth

Rassie Erasmus insisted South Africa's unprecedented decision to unload their entire bench in the 47th minute against Australia wa…

Ian Cameron

28 Sep 2026, 2:28

Springboks address Eben Etzebeth sideline kerfuffle

Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus has sought to clarify the confusion surrounding Eben Etzebeth’s second-half departure during South…

Ian Cameron

27 Sep 2026, 7:00

Rassie Erasmus had a few words for the officials amid Perth chaos

Rassie Erasmus refused to reach for excuses or a gruelling Rugby Championship schedule after South Africa's dramatic 42-38 defeat …

Ian Cameron

27 Sep 2026, 5:50

Springboks player ratings vs Australia | Flight Centre Series 2026

Springboks player ratings: A tired Boks side got their backsides handed to them in Perth against a hungry Wallabies outfit...

Opinion

Ian Cameron

27 Sep 2026, 4:56

Lions player ratings vs Leinster | URC 2026/27

Lions player ratings: The Lions won't care that Leinster enjoyed plenty of possession at Ellis Park because Ivan van Rooyen's side…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

26 Sep 2026, 10:27

Leinster player ratings vs Lions | URC 2026/27

Leinster player ratings: With a few exceptions, this was a Leinster B side, but they arrived at Ellis Park with a clear intent to …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

26 Sep 2026, 6:24

Killers of Los Pumas star Aramburu sentenced in France

The two men convicted over the killing of former Argentina international Federico Martín Aramburu have been sentenced by a court …

Ian Cameron

26 Sep 2026, 2:24

Wales duo and Bok start for new club in tricky Gallagher PREM opener

Dewi Lake will captain Gloucester on his club debut this Saturday after being named to lead the Cherry & Whites in their Gallagher…

Ian Cameron

25 Sep 2026, 4:43

Springbok and ex-England star to make full Munster debuts against Glasgow

New signings Marnus van der Merwe and Kieran Brookes are set for their competitive Munster debuts on Saturday after being named in…

Ian Cameron

25 Sep 2026, 2:47

Lions to debut Junior Bok star as they callout Leinster's tricky 'superpower'

The Lions will hand highly-rated youngster Ethan Adams a potential senior debut this weekend as Ivan van Rooyen's side open their …

Ian Cameron

25 Sep 2026, 2:32

Leinster pull trigger on long-rumoured Andrew Porter switch for URC opener

Leinster have pulled the trigger on long rumoured move of Andrew Porter to the tighthead side of the scrum as Leo Cullen named his…

Ian Cameron

24 Sep 2026, 7:13

Two major Leinster players return as 'new' recruit steps up rehab

Leinster have been handed an early-season boost ahead of their United Rugby Championship opener in South Africa, with two senior i…

Ian Cameron

21 Sep 2026, 9:31

URC 2026/2027 squads rated: Munster

Munster's squad for 2026/27 feels like one caught between cycles. Clayton McMillan's outfit remains capable of putting a highly co…

Ian Cameron

21 Sep 2026, 5:50

URC 2026/2027 squads rated: Leinster

Leinster head into 2026/27 in a slightly unusual position. For all the familiar talk of depth, production lines and international …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

20 Sep 2026, 8:49

'Hopefully me and Dave will have a beer. His will be a little bit more bitter'

Rassie Erasmus insists South Africa still have work to do before they can claim Castle Double Malt Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry hono…

Ian Cameron

06 Sep 2026, 4:08

The surprising Eben Etzebeth moment that caught Bok fans offguard

Chalk it down as 'something you don't see every day', at least not on a Test field when Eben Etzebeth is playing for the Springbok…

Ian Cameron

05 Sep 2026, 11:30

Dragons RFC assign dual captains ahead of URC season

Ben Carter and Angus O’Brien have been named Dragons RFC co-captains for the 2026/27 season - the Welsh URC outfit have confirme…

Ian Cameron

04 Sep 2026, 2:19

South African airline pull fly-over for third Test amid investigation

Airlink - the South African airline behind the Rugby's Greatest Rivalary flyover that has the avivation world doing cartwheels - h…

Ian Cameron

03 Sep 2026, 2:43

World Rugby statement: November's Nations Cup fixtures

World Rugby has confirmed the fixture schedule for the second phase of the inaugural Nations Cup, with 18 matches to be played acr…

Ian Cameron

31 Aug 2026, 6:25

Referee change for RGR second Test as Nika Amashukeli pulled

There's a late change to the original referee appointment for the second Test of the the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series in South …

Ian Cameron

27 Aug 2026, 3:42

Fiji Rugby put public ad out for new head coach

Fiji Rugby has publicly advertised for a new Flying Fijians head coach, with the successful applicant tasked with leading the Paci…

Ian Cameron

24 Aug 2026, 4:48

'You could look at it like that': Jessie Kriel makes telling concession after Boks loss

Jesse Kriel insists the Springboks remain firmly in the fight despite their heavy Ellis Park defeat to the All Blacks...

Ian Cameron

23 Aug 2026, 6:16

Springboks fans demand return of one player in particular ahead of Cape Town

Springboks fans have urged Rassie Erasmus to bring Handré Pollard back into the starting picture for next week's Cape Town Test a…

Ian Cameron

23 Aug 2026, 3:40

Non-South Africa fans making same observation after Ellis Park loss

South Africa’s 33-16 defeat to the All Blacks at Ellis Park prompted a wave of reaction from rugby fans and pundits alike, with …

Ian Cameron

22 Aug 2026, 10:42

World Rugby ranking top-spot on the line in RGR but there is a caveat

South Africa and New Zealand not only battling for supremacy on the field but also for top spot bragging rights in the World Rugby…

Ian Cameron

21 Aug 2026, 6:29

Brett Robinson to make official 5-day visit to Rugby World Cup returnees

World Rugby chair Brett Robinson will make an official five-day visit to Zimbabwe next week as the governing body looks to build o…

Ian Cameron

21 Aug 2026, 6:18

The domestic league supplying 13 of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test players

Japan Rugby League One’s influence on the international game will be in plain sight when Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry gets underwa…

Ian Cameron

21 Aug 2026, 2:16

Ex-Scotland skipper Stuart McInally's post-rugby career takes off

Stuart McInally made a career out of launching Scotland's lineout ball skywards but now the former hooker is sending something con…

Ian Cameron

20 Aug 2026, 4:08

Bok-great's prediction for RGR series doesn't bode well for All Blacks

Gary Teichmann has delivered a verdict that All Blacks supporters won't enjoy hearing ahead of the Test segment of the inaugural G…

Ian Cameron

20 Aug 2026, 3:47

'I think the Springboks will see that' : How SA could expose the All Blacks

Johan Ackermann believes the All Blacks will face a vastly different challenge against the Springboks than the one they encountere…

Ian Cameron

16 Aug 2026, 4:09

WRU statement: 'Highly personal insults and attacks' directed at staff

The WRU have decried what they have described as'highly personal insults and attacks' directed at their staff and members of the b…

Ian Cameron

16 Aug 2026, 3:40

Bulls player ratings vs New Zealand | Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026

Bulls player ratings: Johan Ackermann's Bulls player faced an uphill battle against the All Blacks in Pretoria as they looked to b…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

15 Aug 2026, 11:53

USA Rugby adopts T1 as official non-contact game ahead of home World Cups

USA Rugby and USA Youth & High School Rugby have formally adopted T1 Rugby as the official non-contact version of the game in the …

Ian Cameron

15 Aug 2026, 8:37

Why the Springboks 'only started training as a full group late in the week'

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed why South Africa only assembled as a full training group late in the week as preparati…

Ian Cameron

15 Aug 2026, 8:22

Late change as Bulls add two Springboks to line-up for All Blacks

The Bulls have added a Springbok double whammy to the side that will face the All Blacks in Pretoria on Saturday.

Ian Cameron

14 Aug 2026, 3:08

Bath reveal new rugby stadium could come online ahead of schedule

Bath Rugby have revealed plans to bring forward the completion of their long-awaited stadium redevelopment, with chief executive T…

Ian Cameron

10 Aug 2026, 5:40

Springboks wary of letting Argentinian crowd into game in Buenos Aires

Siya Kolisi and Mzwandile Stick have warned the Springboks they cannot afford to allow Argentina's passionate home support to infl…

Ian Cameron

08 Aug 2026, 3:31

Stormers player ratings vs New Zealand | Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026

Stormers player ratings: Anyone who thought the Stormers would just roll over for the All Blacks was sorely disappointed. The Cape…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

07 Aug 2026, 12:00

Top 14 loosens salary cap ahead of new season

The Top 14 is set to introduce a slight financial relaxation of its Salary Cap for the 2026/27 season, which gets underway in a fe…

Ian Cameron

07 Aug 2026, 4:43

'Sharks Rugby Club' - URC outfit reveal new logo and branding

The Sharks have unveiled a new logo and wider brand identity as part of what the Durban-based franchise describes as a long-term t…

Ian Cameron

06 Aug 2026, 5:53

SA rugby players agree 12-week contact stand-down as part of new deal

South Africa’s professional rugby players and employers have agreed a new two-and-a-half-year collective bargaining agreement, w…

Ian Cameron

06 Aug 2026, 5:00

Rassie Erasmus insists Springboks 'on track' despite split squad and long flights

Rassie Erasmus believes the Springboks remain firmly on course in their preparations despite a demanding travel schedule and the c…

Ian Cameron

02 Aug 2026, 7:33

Italy 7s international Ratko Jelic makes SuperLiga Kaufland switch

Italian 7s international Ratko Jelic has agreed to join SuperLiga Kaufland side Dinamo Bucharest, with the scrum-half expected to …

Ian Cameron

02 Aug 2026, 7:24

Quade Cooper throws cat among Wallabies pigeons with World Cup comments

Quade Cooper has reignited debate around Australia's fly-half stocks after declaring he is interested in playing at the 2027 Rugby…

Ian Cameron

01 Aug 2026, 4:33

Scarlets pen open letter to worried 'supporters, staff, stakeholders and partners'

The Scarlets have penned an open letter to club supporters after it was revealed this week that either they or the Ospreys will fa…

Ian Cameron

01 Aug 2026, 3:23

Five big-name Springboks return in 26-man squad for Argentina

Five big-name Springboks have all been included in a 26-man South Africa squad for next weekend’s Test against Argentina in Buen…

Ian Cameron

31 Jul 2026, 8:39

Truck loader turned Bok Lizo Gqoboka hangs up boots

Lizo Gqoboka has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the age of 36, bringing the curtain down on a career that inc…

Ian Cameron

31 Jul 2026, 2:00

WRU officially confirm they will axe either Ospreys or Scarlets

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has officially confirmed that Welsh rugby will move to a three-team professional model from the start …

Ian Cameron

30 Jul 2026, 2:10

All Blacks told to 'expect no mercy' as URC outfits baying for win over NZ

The All Blacks have been told to 'expect no mercy' as they embark on their first full tour of South Africa in 30 years.

Ian Cameron

30 Jul 2026, 1:55

Six England players who could theoretically jump ship to different Test nations

World Rugby’s three-year stand-down rule has reshaped international rugby.

Ian Cameron

30 Jul 2026, 1:05

Ex-Tigers prop Ryan Bower lands specialist role with Gloucester

Gloucester have confirmed the appointment of Ryan Bower as their new scrum coach ahead of the 2026/27 season, a move first reporte…

Ian Cameron

23 Jul 2026, 1:46

Ireland report card: All 34 Nations Championship players rated

Ireland emerged from an inaugural Nations Championship campaign with two wins from three, beating Australia and Japan before falli…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

20 Jul 2026, 9:47

SA Rugby statement: Junior Springboks

The Junior Springboks have been praised by SA Rugby as they returned to South Africa on Monday after successfully defending the Wo…

Ian Cameron

20 Jul 2026, 2:53

The Rassie Erasmus verdict on Vusi Moyo and a wider Boks report card

Rassie Erasmus handed the Springboks a positive report card after their 43-0 victory over Wales in Durban, praising Vusi Moyo's co…

Ian Cameron

19 Jul 2026, 3:55

'There were questions about who we are and whether we deserve to be here'

Hong Kong China hailed the biggest result in the nation's rugby history after an astonishing 42-40 comeback victory over Uruguay i…

Ian Cameron

19 Jul 2026, 3:50

Nations Cup upset: Hong Kong China shock Rugby World Cup regulars

Hong Kong China produced one of the biggest results in their history, stunning Rugby World Cup regulars Uruguay 42-40 with a last-…

Ian Cameron

18 Jul 2026, 13:45

Andy Farrell: Scoreline not a fair reflection of where Ireland are at

Andy Farrell insisted Ireland are closer to New Zealand than the 40-21 scoreline suggested after watching his side fall to a compr…

Ian Cameron

18 Jul 2026, 3:19

Ireland player ratings vs New Zealand | Nations Championship 2026

Ireland player ratings: A mammoth task awaited Andy Farrell's men at Eden Park, but this was one in which Ireland repeatedly shot …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

18 Jul 2026, 2:14

There's been an update on the Gonzalo Quesada match-day ban

Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada has received an update one-match suspension and a formal warning following an independent discipl…

Ian Cameron

17 Jul 2026, 8:35

England U20 player ratings vs South Africa | World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026

England U20 player ratings: The second semi-final of the World Rugby Junior World Championship was set to be a cracker...

Opinion

Ian Cameron

13 Jul 2026, 11:54

South Africa U20 player ratings vs England | World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026

South Africa U20 player ratings: The second semi-final of the World Rugby U20 Championship was billed as a blockbuster, with South…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

13 Jul 2026, 11:34

England call-up Red Bull signing to replace injured Alex Mitchell

England have called up Newcastle Red Bulls scrum-half Raffi Quirke as injury cover for Alex Mitchell ahead of Saturday’s final N…

Ian Cameron

12 Jul 2026, 8:00

Rassie Erasmus takes gentle dig at England following win over Scotland

Rassie Erasmus has defended a bold selection policy after a much-changed Springbok side survived a chaotic 42-28 victory over Scot…

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 13:32

Springboks player ratings vs Scotland | Nations Championship 2026

Springboks player ratings: The blistering start from Rassie Erasmus' men suggested this might be a long afternoon for Scotland as …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 10:36

Springboks forced into last minute change for Scots

The Springboks have been forced into a late change ahead of their Test against Scotland after Canan Moodie was ruled out.

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 8:28

Fiji's Simione Kuruvoli gets rare permanent red card for 'pretty disgusting' act

Fiji scrumhalf Simione Kuruvoli was handed a rare permanent red card by referee Hollie Davidson after a mindless kicking incident …

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 7:24

Japan player ratings vs Ireland | Nations Championship 2026

Japan player ratings: While Ireland ultimately emerged with a 36-20 bonus-point victory to remain top of the Northern Hemisphere p…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 5:43

Ireland player ratings vs Japan | Nations Championship 2026

Ireland player ratings: Against Eddie Jones Japan, nothing less than a convincing win will have been expected from Ireland, despit…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 5:08

Scotland forced into late change ahead of Boks clash

Scotland have been forced into a late squad change ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with South Africa after in-form …

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 2:36

Springboks make 10 changes for Scotland as Rassie swings selection axe

Rassie Erasmus has rung the changes for the Springboks' Nations Championship clash against Scotland in Pretoria, making 10 alterat…

Ian Cameron

06 Jul 2026, 3:28

Ireland are a man down with debutant set for Japan call

Ireland will be forced into at least one change for Saturday's second game of the Nations Championship after Jeremy Loughman was s…

Ian Cameron

06 Jul 2026, 0:55

Semi Radradra one of two Fiji stars out for remainder of Nations Championship

Fiji have been dealt a double injury blow after Semi Radradra and Tim Hoyt both left the field during Saturday's 39-24 defeat to W…

Ian Cameron

05 Jul 2026, 8:27

'Pathetic': England player targeted by Springboks fans in case of mistaken identity

In the lead-up to the Springboks playing England in the opening round of the Nations Championship, the South African public had sp…

Ian Cameron

05 Jul 2026, 5:06

Spain U20 player handed hefty ban for racially abusing French player

Spain U20 player Mateo Aragón has been banned for seven matches after an independent disciplinary committee upheld a citing for r…

Ian Cameron

05 Jul 2026, 3:55

Argentina player ratings vs Scotland | Nations Championship 2026

Argentina player ratings: Los Pumas started with menace, power and invention at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Cordoba, only to l…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2026, 14:12

Rassie Erasmus details brutal South Africa injury list as doubt cast on 4 Springboks

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed a growing injury list after South Africa’s 45-21 Nations Championship victory over …

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2026, 13:40

Ireland player ratings vs Australia | Nations Championship 2026

Ireland player ratings: Andy Farrell's side went into this contest against the Wallabies in their inaugural Nations Championship m…

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2026, 5:09

France player ratings vs NZ | Nations Championship 2026

France player ratings: Fabien Galthie had to select a team that was without any Toulouse or Montpellier players but it was the Fre…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2026, 2:05

Where and how to watch the World Rugby Nations Cup

The World Rugby Nations Cup gets underway on 4 July, with the inaugural edition of the new second-tier international competition k…

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2026, 1:17

Dan Sheehan: 'I was sort of more just disappointed for Caelan at the time'

Dan Sheehan admitted getting the call to captain Ireland in their upcoming Nations Championship series “didn’t faze” him.

Ian Cameron

03 Jul 2026, 8:30

SA Rugby statement: 'Misinformed' reporting on England at Ellis Park

SA Rugby have hit out at the misreporting of the projected ticket sales at Ellis Park for the visit of England in the first round …

Ian Cameron

03 Jul 2026, 3:37

'An opportunity I simply couldn’t turn down': Ashley Beck goes full-time with Wales

Ashley Beck has been named as the full-time attack coach for the Wales Women’s national side ahead of the upcoming WXV Global Se…

Ian Cameron

03 Jul 2026, 3:13

Ireland U20 player ratings vs Argentina | World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026

Ireland U20 player ratings: Argentina blasted out of the blocks to lead 14-0 inside 12 minutes and never really loosened their gri…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

02 Jul 2026, 6:41

Antoine Dupont pulls out of France's Nations Championship

Antoine Dupont is a shock withdrawal from France's Nations Championship squad due to a late injury sustained in the knockout stage…

Ian Cameron

29 Jun 2026, 5:43

The two areas the Junior Springboks were 'challenged' in 104-7 rout

The Junior Springboks scored 16 tries, including a penalty try, to open their Junior World Championship campaign with a 104-7 demo…

Ian Cameron

28 Jun 2026, 4:29

South Africa U20 player ratings vs Uruguay | World Rugby Junior World Championships 2026

Junior Springboks player ratings: Anything other than a hammering of underdogs Uruguay would have been a moral loss for the Junior…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

27 Jun 2026, 11:26

World Rugby statement: New Zealand U20 vs Japan U20 abandoned

New Zealand’s World Rugby U20 Championship clash with Japan in Kutaisi was abandoned after nearby lightning strikes forced a sus…

Ian Cameron

27 Jun 2026, 7:07

Ireland U20 player ratings vs England | World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026

Ireland U20 player ratings: Ireland’s early blitz had England rocking, and for a brief spell it looked like raw speed might prod…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

27 Jun 2026, 6:47

England U20 player ratings vs Ireland | World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026

England U20 player ratings: Ireland got out of the gate the fastest, with two tries inside eight minutes, but England struck back …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

27 Jun 2026, 6:26

French heatwave could see Top 14 Final played at record temperatures

The Top 14 Final in Paris could be played at record-breaking temperatures this Saturday night as France continues to be gripped by…

Ian Cameron

25 Jun 2026, 8:57

Shock in U20: Georgia make rugby history at expense of giants of the sport

Georgia's Junior Lelos have defeated the New Zealand Junior All Blacks for the first time in their history, securing a dramatic 22…

Ian Cameron

22 Jun 2026, 9:09

Huw Jones: Leaving Glasgow 'a difficult decision, but also an easy decision'

Huw Jones has admitted that leaving Glasgow was a wrench but says the history and stature of Toulon made it an ultimately straight…

Ian Cameron

22 Jun 2026, 6:03

All Blacks call-up Fehi Fineanganofo casts major doubt on Newcastle Red Bulls move

Fehi Fineanganofo has cast major doubt over his impending move to the Newcastle Red Bulls following his recent selection for the A…

Ian Cameron

22 Jun 2026, 3:49

'I'm worried': Rassie Erasmus issues update on injured Bok

Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that Franco Mostert will undergo scans after the lock was forced off during the Springboks' 80-31 vic…

Ian Cameron

21 Jun 2026, 9:47

Major omissions from provisional France Nations Championship squad as Penaud re-called

Fabien Galthié has named a 39-man provisional France squad for the Nations Championship, with the final group to be confirmed by …

Ian Cameron

21 Jun 2026, 9:32

Five Springboks who may never play for South Africa again

The Springboks have named a 46-man squad for the 2026 Nations Championship that is as deep and as loaded as any Rassie Erasmus has…

Ian Cameron

21 Jun 2026, 5:44

Munster prop Oli Jager retires at 30 with a 'heavy heart'

Munster and Ireland tighthead prop Oli Jager has been forced to retire from professional rugby on medical grounds, the province co…

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 12:45

Caelan Doris and Tommy O'Brien ruled out of Ireland's Nations Championship

Ireland’s preparations for the inaugural Nations Championship Southern Series have suffered a significant double blow with the c…

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 12:31

Imperfect South Africa enjoy early season tune-up against Barbarians

South Africa opened their 2026 season with a 12-try demolition of the Barbarians at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium...

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 10:02

Springboks player ratings vs Barbarians | 2026

Springboks player ratings: The Boks kicked off their 2026 season with a tune-up against the Barbarians, but what looked like a rou…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 8:08

Bulls: 'We didn't really give ourselves a chance'

Johan Ackermann cut a rueful figure at Croke Park on Friday night after the Vodacom Bulls were beaten 36-7 by Leinster in the BKT …

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 4:30

Leo Cullen pushes back on 'outside perception' of Leinster as URC title reclaimed

Leo Cullen has insisted Leinster's rollercoaster season was far more enjoyable from the inside than the narrative that built aroun…

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 4:04

Leinster player ratings vs Bulls | URC Grand Final 2026

Leinster player ratings: A repeat of last year's final - same teams, same stadium; and Leo Cullen's outfit were hoping for the sam…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

19 Jun 2026, 13:34

Simon Zebo warns Bulls of 'Leinster trap' that will see them lose URC final

Simon Zebo has warned the Vodacom Bulls they will lose tonight's BKT United Rugby Championship Grand Final at Croke Park if they f…

Ian Cameron

19 Jun 2026, 7:43

Leo Cullen on Leinster player exodus: 'He's probably been in a bit of a hole'

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has addressed the much-talked-about exit of James Lowe from the province, as well a number of other…

Ian Cameron

18 Jun 2026, 2:42

Tony Brown to jump ship from Springboks to All Blacks

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed that Tony Brown will leave his role with South Africa to join the All Blacks coaching setup …

Ian Cameron

07 Jun 2026, 10:17

Footage emerges of Leinster-Stormers tunnel tussle at Aviva Stadium

Footage has emerged on social media of a flashpoint involving Leinster and the Stormers players during halftime in their United Ru…

Ian Cameron

07 Jun 2026, 5:35

John Dobson apologises for Stormers player's action in URC semi-final

Stormers head coach John Dobson has apologised after replacement back-row Ruan Ackermann was sent off in his side’s United Rugby…

Ian Cameron

06 Jun 2026, 12:46

Stormers player ratings vs Leinster | 2026 URC semi-final

Stormers player ratings: The Cape Towners looked in danger of being blown away after Leinster's flying start but gradually clawed …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

06 Jun 2026, 11:36

Leinster player ratings vs Stormers | 2026 URC semi-final

Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's outfit started the brighter and, as they have done so often this season, looked capable of b…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

06 Jun 2026, 11:28

Saracens player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Saracens player ratings: Sarries got off to a fast start but their efforts faded dramatically in the second period, where they wer…

Ian Cameron

06 Jun 2026, 9:28

Stuart Hogg back in the saddle after 5-month break

Controversial ex-Scotland skipper Stuart Hogg will start at full-back for Montpellier in Saturday’s final Top 14 fixture away to…

Ian Cameron

05 Jun 2026, 12:52

Ospreys sign new WRU deal that will see them through to 2028

Ospreys have taken a decisive step toward securing their future after becoming the third Welsh region to sign the WRU’s new Prof…

Ian Cameron

05 Jun 2026, 10:51

Glasgow Warriors make one change to starting XV as Scotland 9 returns to bench

Gregor Hiddleston is the only change to the Glasgow Warriors side for Saturday’s URC semi-final against the Bulls at Scottish Ga…

Ian Cameron

05 Jun 2026, 4:25

Bulls name 11 Boks in starting XV to face Glasgow Warriors

The Bulls have named 11 Springboks in their starting XV for Saturday’s URC semi-final against Glasgow Warriors at Murrayfield, w…

Ian Cameron

05 Jun 2026, 3:51

Andy Farrell signs 2031 contract extension with IRFU

Andy Farrell will remain Ireland head coach through to the end of the 2031 Rugby World Cup after signing a long-term extension wit…

Ian Cameron

05 Jun 2026, 2:02

49-cap Wallaby among 9 Waratahs players heading to exit

Nine players have departed the NSW Waratahs following the conclusion of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season, with Andrew Kellaway …

Ian Cameron

05 Jun 2026, 1:33

UBB's Louis Bielle-Biarrey eyes shock SVNS switch - report

France wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey is considering a switch to SVNS ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according to RMC Sport.

Ian Cameron

04 Jun 2026, 7:07

Scarlets sign Welsh-qualifed NZ rookie Isaac Murray Macgregor

Scarlets have signed Welsh-qualified full-back Isaac Murray-Macgregor from the Canterbury and Crusaders pathway.

Ian Cameron

04 Jun 2026, 5:31

Ex-Ireland captain and Lions back row Fergus Slattery has passed away

Former Ireland and British and Irish Lions back row Fergus Slattery has died at the age of 77, Blackrock College has announced.

Ian Cameron

04 Jun 2026, 4:49

World Rugby confirm refs for Nations Championship as Luke Pearce gets big call

World Rugby have confirmed the match official appointments for the opening block of fixtures in the inaugural Nations Championship…

Ian Cameron

04 Jun 2026, 3:54

Tuilagi incident swings Champ Final as 2 ex-England stars help Worcester give Bedord blues

Worcester Warriors’ fairytale return to English Champ Rugby was completed with a 27-14 final win over Bedford Blues at Goldingto…

Ian Cameron

31 May 2026, 9:49

Lions player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 URC quarter-finals

Lions player ratings: A tall task for the Lions, who were soundly beaten in the same arena to the same team just a few weeks ago..…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

30 May 2026, 13:59

Leinster player ratings vs Lions | 2025/26 URC quarter-finals

Leinster player ratings: A repeat of a regular season game Leinster won comfortably a few weeks ago, there was every expectation

Opinion

Ian Cameron

30 May 2026, 13:49

Stormers make 3 changes as maybe 'most experienced' side ever rolled out for Cardiff

The DHL Stormers have welcomed back three experienced campaigners for Saturday's Vodacom URC quarter-final against Cardiff.

Ian Cameron

29 May 2026, 9:09

Gallagher PREM play-off permutations as two PREM giants stand on brink of exit

Saracens and Bristol Bears head into the final round of the Gallagher PREM regular season facing the prospect of missing out on th…

Ian Cameron

29 May 2026, 8:44

Johan Ackermann's Bulls makes four changes for visit of Munster

The Vodacom Bulls have named their side for Saturday’s URC quarter-final against Munster at Loftus Versfeld, making four changes…

Ian Cameron

29 May 2026, 1:52

Munster make just one change for daunting URC QF trip to Bulls

Munster have named their side for Saturday’s URC quarter-final against the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld.

Ian Cameron

29 May 2026, 1:36

Bristol Bears reveal extension for international duo

Bristol Bears have moved to secure two of their most influential figures, with fly-half AJ MacGinty and long-serving captain Steve…

Ian Cameron

27 May 2026, 11:00

Four issues Leinster need to fix to close Champions Cup gap

Leinster’s latest Champions Cup final loss, a galling 41-19 dismantling by Bordeaux, felt like more than just another near miss.…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

25 May 2026, 8:11

'It’s not like we’re a million miles away': Leo Cullen on the growing gap

Two days on from Leinster’s defeat, Leo Cullen’s assessment of Bordeaux following the Champions Cup final reads less like frus…

Ian Cameron

25 May 2026, 4:42

A number of 'top South African players' linked with Stormers

Cheslin Kolbe’s return to the Stormers has been hailed as a major statement signing, with the Springbok winger set to rejoin the…

Ian Cameron

25 May 2026, 4:14

'We can't undo it': Leo Cullen says Leinster tried to keep Ciaran Frawley

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen admits the province 'tried to keep' Ciaran Frawley from moving to Connacht, a move that feels ever …

Ian Cameron

24 May 2026, 1:13

Leinster's Leo Cullen pleased to be part of 'amazing event' despite heavy loss

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen was keen to emphasise the positives after his side were put to the sword 41-19 by a rampant Bordeau…

Ian Cameron

23 May 2026, 10:33

Finger of blame quickly pointed after Leinster's Champions Cup beatdown

It's a bitter, bitter blow for Leinster rugby. The four-time winners were battered into submission by a Bordeaux side, walking off…

Ian Cameron

23 May 2026, 9:42

Leinster player ratings vs Bordeaux | 2026 Investec Champions Cup Final

Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men were in search of their fourth Investec Champions Cup trophy, but they had their work cu…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

23 May 2026, 8:45

Bilbao, 40 degree heat and the enduring romance of European rugby

Bilbao felt like it had been left out in the sun too long. Thursday hit 37 degrees and Friday pushed 40 at times. The heat just sa…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

23 May 2026, 3:50

Richie Murphy makes telling post-match admission as Ulster burn up in Bilbao

Richie Murphy admitted Ulster were given a harsh lesson in what it takes to win at the top level after their brutal Challenge Cup …

Ian Cameron

23 May 2026, 1:12

Ulster player ratings vs Montpellier | 2026 EPCR Challenge Cup Final

Ulster produced a full-blooded 80-minute effort against Montpellier in the 2026 EPCR Challenge Cup final, with several standout di…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

22 May 2026, 13:45

The 7 surviving players from Leinster's 2018 Champions Cup win in Bilbao

Leinster return to Bilbao with more than just another Champions Cup final in their sights, they arrive with the chance to reconnec…

Ian Cameron

22 May 2026, 8:07

The Leo Cullen verdict on rumoured Champions Cup shake-up plan

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has urged the EPCR to “protect” the Investec Champions Cup amid reports of a fresh shake-up to …

Ian Cameron

22 May 2026, 7:28

'Fundamental shift in the game': World Rugby outline new six-year strategy

World Rugby has unveiled a new six-year strategy running through to 2031, built around a vision of “powering rugby, uniting the …

Ian Cameron

22 May 2026, 0:55

Ulster pip Montpellier in our combined Challenge Cup final XV

Ahead of the EPCR Challenge Cup final in Bilbao, we’ve put together a combined Ulster–Montpellier XV that leans heavily on for…

Ian Cameron

21 May 2026, 9:50

European rugby fans left sweating as temperatures soar in Bilbao

Reporting from Bilbao: Ulster and Montpellier are braced for extreme conditions in Bilbao as the EPCR Challenge Cup final arrives …

Ian Cameron

21 May 2026, 6:54

Wales savour 'absolutely special' Adelaide stop as World Cup countdown hits 500 days

Wales stepped inside Adelaide Oval last Friday as their Rugby World Cup 2027 venue visits continued, meeting AFL side Adelaide Cro…

Ian Cameron

19 May 2026, 0:46

URC issue statement after player accused of vile on-field act

The URC has issued a statement confirming that no citing will follow the spitting allegation made during Munster’s 24-17 win ove…

Ian Cameron

18 May 2026, 7:25

Leinster rookie's season over after answering SOS, doubt over Ireland star

Leinster rookie Hugh Cooney has seen his season come to an abrupt end after answering Leo Cullen’s late-season SOS, with the you…

Ian Cameron

18 May 2026, 6:43

Scotland legend Scott Hastings dies aged 61

Scottish Rugby have paid tribute to former Scotland centre Scott Hastings following his death at 61.

Ian Cameron

17 May 2026, 9:47

Sale Sharks player ratings vs Leicester | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Sale Sharks player ratings: Slow out the blocks Sale looked one-dimensional at times and coughed up the ball far too much to remai…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

17 May 2026, 9:19

Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Sale Sharks | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Leicester Tigers player ratings: Tigers kept their season alive with a statement 47-33 victory over Sale Sharks at CorpAcq stadium…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

17 May 2026, 9:07

Ospreys player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 URC

Ospreys player ratings: Already out of the race for a spot in the play-offs, the Swansea based outfit had little other than pride …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

16 May 2026, 11:03

Leinster player ratings vs Ospreys | 2025/26 URC

Leinster player ratings: With the opportunity to secure a home quarter-final, this contest was never going to a be one that Leo Cu…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

16 May 2026, 10:56

SA Rugby address rumours of European exit in statement

SA Rugby has moved to cool speculation over the future of its involvement in EPCR competitions, stressing that any decisions on a …

Ian Cameron

16 May 2026, 8:59

Cardiff's Leigh Halfpenny fights back emotion in pitchside farewell

Leigh Halfpenny fought back emotion as he brought the curtain down on his glittering career, after Cardiff sealed a URC play-off p…

Ian Cameron

16 May 2026, 7:39

Everyone is making the same joke in wake of Bristol's Gallagher PREM rout

Bristol Bears’ heavy defeat to Northampton Saints has prompted a predictable and brutal reaction online, with supporters from ac…

Ian Cameron

16 May 2026, 3:47

Greig Laidlaw joins ex-teammate at renowned Scottish rugby nursery

Former Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw has joined Merchiston Castle School’s newly expanded elite rugby coaching programme...

Ian Cameron

15 May 2026, 7:58

Newcastle Red Bulls make telling admission in wake of horror scoreline

Newcastle Red Bulls have admitted their latest collapse was “way below” standards after slipping deeper into a difficult Galla…

Ian Cameron

15 May 2026, 5:26

Forgotten Ireland star returns for Leinster after 5-month lay-off

Leo Cullen's Leinster have rung the changes from the side that dismissed the Lions in last weekend's top four scrap at the Aviva

Ian Cameron

15 May 2026, 4:19

Ulster's Iain Henderson banned for incident that could end Bok's career

Ulster’s hopes of lifting the EPCR Challenge Cup have been dealt a major setback after Iain Henderson was handed a three-game su…

Ian Cameron

15 May 2026, 1:54

Henry Pollock one of six changes as Northampton lick wounds after Tigers mauling

Northampton have rung the changes as they look to bounce back from last week’s 41–17 mauling by Leicester Tigers, with Henry P…

Ian Cameron

14 May 2026, 5:37

Henry Pollock branded 'clown' for latest antics with South African bruiser

Henry Pollock has come under fire on social media after a fiery cameo off the bench in Northampton Saints’ heavy defeat to Leice…

Ian Cameron

10 May 2026, 2:51

Lions player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 URC

Lions player ratings: Ivan van Rooyen's charges came into this third versus fourth URC battle with the realisation that to beat Le…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

09 May 2026, 11:30

Leinster player ratings vs Lions | 2025/26 URC

Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men came into this one badly wanting to get a firmer foothold in the URC top four, the third…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

09 May 2026, 11:23

Sale Sharks confirm Rob du Preez has played his last game for the club

Sale Sharks have confirmed South African stand-off and centre Rob du Preez has played his final game for the club.

Ian Cameron

08 May 2026, 9:37

Two Ireland internationals among 11 confirmed Connacht exits

Stuart Lancaster's Connacht have confirmed a group of eleven departures at the end of the season, including three Ireland internat…

Ian Cameron

08 May 2026, 8:51

Sam Prendergast starts as Leinster face Lions in top four URC clash

British & Irish Lions lock James Ryan returns to captain Leinster for Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship clash with the Li…

Ian Cameron

08 May 2026, 4:22

The Gallagher PREM play-off permutations going into this weekend's matches

Northampton Saints are the only side who can mathematically secure a Gallagher PREM play-off spot this weekend, with the rest of t…

Ian Cameron

08 May 2026, 4:02

Wales put to bed Dan Lydiate speculation with 'specialist' role

Dan Lydiate has been appointed to Wales’ men’s coaching set-up on a full-time basis in a specialist role focused on defensive …

Ian Cameron

08 May 2026, 3:23

Bulls move Willie Le Roux to lesser seen position for Zebre Parma

Willie le Roux will start at fly-half for the Vodacom Bulls against Zebre on Saturday, a rare shift for a player who has made the …

Ian Cameron

08 May 2026, 2:03

Sione Vailanu's Glasgow exit confirmed with French move mooted

Glasgow Warriors have confirmed that back-rower Sione Vailanu will leave the club at the end of the season, adding to a growing li…

Ian Cameron

07 May 2026, 9:35

Injury-hit Munster name depleted side for sellout Irish derby

Munster have been forced into a reshuffle for Saturday’s sellout URC derby against Connacht at Dexcom Stadium, with a lengthy in…

Ian Cameron

07 May 2026, 7:23

Connacht's NZ-import Hurley-Langton settles URC club future

Connacht have secured the future of Shamus Hurley-Langton after the influential back-rower agreed a new deal through to the 2026/2…

Ian Cameron

07 May 2026, 7:07

Sharks select 'an interesting name' at fly-half as Siya Kolisi bids farewell

The Hollywoodbets Sharks have named a changed side for Saturday’s Vodacom URC clash against Benetton, with head coach JP Pieters…

Ian Cameron

07 May 2026, 5:00

Ex-Wallaby Scott Sio has URC move confirmed

Welsh URC outfit Cardiff have confirmed the signing of former Wallaby prop Scott Sio from Exeter Chiefs - as first reported by Rug…

Ian Cameron

07 May 2026, 1:43

Cornish Pirates target PREM after securing 'first of its kind' US investment

Cornish Pirates have brought in external backing from the United States in a deal thought to be the first direct US investment int…

Ian Cameron

07 May 2026, 1:14

Gregor Townsend: 'It was the first World Cup that showed what rugby was capable of'

Gregor Townsend still talks about Australia with the warmth of someone returning to a familiar sporting home.

Ian Cameron

04 May 2026, 1:00

Bristol Bears issue statement claiming CEO's comments 'taken out of context'

Bristol Bears have moved to address supporter concerns after remarks made by chief executive Tom Tainton this week sparked a fierc…

Ian Cameron

03 May 2026, 9:54

Leo Cullen fires off: 'You guys love kicking the boot into us'

Head coach Leo Cullen cut an at times spiky figure in Leinster post-match press conference following his side's Investec Champions…

Ian Cameron

03 May 2026, 2:15

Leinster player ratings vs Toulon | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men went into this one as favourites, but not for a second was there a sense that three time…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

02 May 2026, 9:06

'Downright wrong': Bristol CEO's club comments land badly with Bears fans

Comments made by Bristol Bears CEO Tom Tainton have caused a stink among the club's fans this week, with some branding his descrip…

Ian Cameron

02 May 2026, 6:25

1997 British & Irish Lions back Alan Tait pops up as DoR in English fifth tier

Blaydon RFC have appointed former British and Irish Lions centre Alan Tait as their new director of rugby, the club have announced…

Ian Cameron

02 May 2026, 1:53

'That’s the plan': Zac Lomax wants to be a Wallaby by July

Zac Lomax isn’t shying away from the possibility that his rugby union reinvention could carry him all the way into gold as early…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2026, 13:39

Four English players named for Toulon's Champions Cup mission to Dublin

There's no-little English intrigue in the line-up for Toulon when they face Leinster Rugby in the Investec Champions Cup semi-fina…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2026, 6:12

Wales wing returns as one of six Dragons changes for French powerhouse

Rio Dyer is back in Dragons colours as the Welsh region make six changes for Sunday’s EPCR Challenge Cup semi-final against Mont…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2026, 5:27

Ulster make 14-change axe swing for Challenge Cup clash with Exeter

Ulster has swung the axe following last weekend’s heavy URC defeat to Munster, with head coach Richie Murphy making 14 alteratio…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2026, 4:45

Porter and Ryan return but 2 Ireland stars miss out as Leinster name team for Toulon

Head coach Leo Cullen has named his 23 to face Toulon in their Investec Champions Cup semi-final at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2026, 4:14

Henry Slade: 'I won’t say I wasn’t pissed off. I won’t say I wasn’t annoyed'

Exeter Chiefs and England centre Henry Slade has opened up on the frustration of being left out of England’s Six Nations matchda…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2026, 2:42

Edinburgh confirm signing of ex-England U20 star James Grayson

English stand-off James Grayson will join Edinburgh this summer from Japan Rugby League One side Mitsubishi Dynaboars, as first re…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2026, 2:02

Welsh URC rivals raid Cardiff for Corey Domachowski

Scarlets have strengthened their front-row options ahead of next season after raiding Cardiff for Wales loose-head prop Corey Doma…

Ian Cameron

30 Apr 2026, 6:38

Age-old rugby debate triggered over Bok prospect Ethan Adams

Few U20 performances have lit up social media this quickly. Ethan Adams’ latest try for the Junior Springboks; a brutal, break-a…

Ian Cameron

30 Apr 2026, 6:28

'Leather patch rules' - Eddie Jones weighs in on exiled Wallaby's rumoured return

Eddie Jones has endorsed Samu Kerevi’s return to top form after watching the powerful centre in action for Urayasu D Rocks in Ja…

Ian Cameron

30 Apr 2026, 5:39

Doubt over another Leinster prop as 3 Ireland stars return to training

Leinster’s ongoing issues in the front row have deepened ahead of Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup semi-final against RC Toul…

Ian Cameron

27 Apr 2026, 7:20

The mind-blowing injury lists mounting up across the PREM and URC

It's a given that rugby union is a brutal sport, but even by its own unforgiving standards, the number of teams racking up eye-wat…

Ian Cameron

26 Apr 2026, 7:45

Benetton: 'It was our last chance to show what we are'

Benetton's season-defining victory over Leinster at Stadio Monigo was built on desire to prove themselves and a ferocious defence,…

Ian Cameron

26 Apr 2026, 6:17

Leinster player ratings vs Benetton | 2025/26 URC

Leinster player ratings: A game that took off at 100 miles an hour and barely came up for air. Breathless stuff from both sides at…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

25 Apr 2026, 13:49

Stormers blow Glasgow away in top of the table clash

The DHL Stormers banished the ghosts of their shock URC defeat to Connacht last weekend with a 48-12 pummelling of league leaders …

Ian Cameron

25 Apr 2026, 8:27

Stormers player ratings vs Glasgow | 2025/26 URC

Stormers player ratings: Stormers made a big claim for the URC title with a ruthless 48-12 dismantling of Glasgow Warriors in Cape…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

25 Apr 2026, 7:08

SARU statement: Players 'face immediate expulsion' over rogue trials

The South African Rugby Union has issued a strong warning to players and agents over the promotion of unauthorised trial competiti…

Ian Cameron

24 Apr 2026, 6:22

Caelan Doris returns as Leinster make 13 changes for Italian job

Caelan Doris returns to captain Leinster as Leo Cullen makes 13 changes to the starting XV for Saturday’s Round 16 URC clash wit…

Ian Cameron

24 Apr 2026, 4:46

The major admission as Newcastle Red Bulls cop failings after thrashing

Newcastle Red Bulls have conceded they were not good enough in last weekend’s 62-3 thrashing at the hands of Leicester Tigers as…

Ian Cameron

23 Apr 2026, 6:36

Siya Kolisi makes timely return as Sharks reel from catastrophic injury list

Siya Kolisi will return to matchday duty for the first time since sustaining a nasty calf injury when the Hollywoodbets Sharks fac…

Ian Cameron

23 Apr 2026, 4:22

'I'm almost speechless... We just reminded everyone who we are'

The Springbok Sevens squad finally shattered their long?standing Hong Kong hoodoo on Sunday, clinching their first?ever HSBC SVNS …

Ian Cameron

19 Apr 2026, 9:53

Munster player ratings vs Benetton | 2025/26 URC

Munster player ratings: After a difficult week off the field, Munster travelled to Italy with the not inconsiderable task of landi…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

18 Apr 2026, 13:48

Glasgow handed brutal URC wake-up call in South Africa

Glasgow Warriors suffered a bruising URC afternoon at Ellis Park as a rampant Lions side tore into their defensive frailties, runn…

Ian Cameron

18 Apr 2026, 9:54

Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Lions | 2025/26 URC

Glasgow Warriors player ratings: Franco Smith's men came into this one saying they were in search of their best form but they cert…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

18 Apr 2026, 8:55

Tuipulotu signs deal with Edinburgh after 'difficult' 10 months

Edinburgh centre Mosese Tuipulotu has signed a new two-year contract that will keep him at Hive Stadium until at least the summer …

Ian Cameron

18 Apr 2026, 6:49

'I took it personally': Ellis Genge on tunnel incident with rookie prop

Ellis Genge admitted to a simmering rivalry with Afo Fasogbon after the pair were involved in a heated tunnel exchange during Bris…

Ian Cameron

17 Apr 2026, 15:06

Brumbies issue grim update on Wallabies prospect Charlie Cale

The ACT Brumbies have issued an update on in-form Wallabies prospect Charlie Cale, who injured himself against the Highlanders at …

Ian Cameron

17 Apr 2026, 1:51

Brutal Eben Etzebeth blow confirmed as Sharks name team for Ospreys

The Sharks head into this weekend's URC clash with the Ospreys knowing their margin for error is gone, but they will do so without…

Ian Cameron

16 Apr 2026, 6:43

Sam Prendergast returns as prop loanee thrown straight in by Leinster

As forecast, loanee Ed Byrne has been thrown straight into the Leinster matchday 23 for their trip to face interprovincial rivals …

Ian Cameron

16 Apr 2026, 4:55

Confirmed: Who faces who and where in the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup semis

After another grandstand weekend of European rugby, the semi-finals of both the Investec Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup have …

Ian Cameron

12 Apr 2026, 9:40

Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Benetton | 2025/26 Challenge Cup

Exeter Chiefs hot run of form after beating Munster so convincingly last weekend was set to be tested by Benetton, the Italian URC…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

12 Apr 2026, 6:37

Faf de Klerk's return to SA and new club confirmed

After a long courtship, it appears that the Cheetahs have won the race to sign Springboks scrumhalf Faf de Klerk.

Ian Cameron

12 Apr 2026, 5:36

Leinster injury crisis deepens as star spotted on crutches following win

Leinster's ongoing injury crisis at loosehead deepened on Saturday following their Investec Champions Cup win over Sale Sharks at …

Ian Cameron

12 Apr 2026, 4:09

Sale Sharks player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Sale Sharks player ratings: No one gave Alex Sanderson's Mancunians much hope going into this Investec Champions Cup quarter-final…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

11 Apr 2026, 11:35

Leinster player ratings vs Sale | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men went intothis Investec Champions Cup quarter-final with Sale Sharks as unbackable favour…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

11 Apr 2026, 11:29

Black Ferns prop's Pac Four over following training ground injury

It's been confirmed that Black Ferns' prop Awhina Tangen-Wainohu has been ruled out of the remaining Pacific Four Series following…

Ian Cameron

11 Apr 2026, 8:00

Northampton Saints player ratings vs Bath | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Northampton took centre stage in an 8pm all-English Champions Cup quarter-final with Bath, renewing a familiar rivalry on Europe�…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

10 Apr 2026, 14:06

Bath player ratings vs Northampton | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Bath emerged under the lights for at Thre Rec for an all-English Investec Champions Cup quarter-final against Northampton, a heavy…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

10 Apr 2026, 14:00

Kiwi 'revelation' Fletcher Anderson to stay in Wales

Scarlets have confirmed that No. 8 Fletcher Anderson has signed a new contract with the region, committing his future to the West …

Ian Cameron

10 Apr 2026, 9:39

Toulon name 4 England stars and a Scot for Glasgow Warriors clash

Toulon have named four England players and a Scottish international in their matchday 23 for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup q…

Ian Cameron

10 Apr 2026, 9:28

Damian Penaud switches position for UBB, Toulouse make one change

Damian Penaud will line up in the centre for Union Bordeaux Bègles after switching position for the visit of Stade Toulousain in …

Ian Cameron

10 Apr 2026, 7:05

Lions pair return as Leinster move Rieko Ioane for visit of Sale Sharks

James Ryan and Garry Ringrose return from injury and Rieko Ioane has been redeployed to the wing as Leinster name their side for S…

Ian Cameron

10 Apr 2026, 4:16

Ireland rookie's recall 1 of 3 changes for Ulster ahead of La Rochelle

Ulster have made three changes to their starting XV for Friday night’s EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final against La Rochelle.

Ian Cameron

09 Apr 2026, 6:52

Northampton Saints make 6 changes for Champions Cup quarters

Northampton Saints have made six changes to their starting XV for Friday night’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final trip to Ba…

Ian Cameron

09 Apr 2026, 4:26

England rookie dropped as Bath make 6 changes for Saints

Bath have made six changes to their matchday 23 for Friday night’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final against Northampton Sain…

Ian Cameron

09 Apr 2026, 4:04

Doncaster Knights: Statement on Gallagher PREM promotion

Doncaster Knights have effectively taken themselves out of the promotion equation, admitting the financial leap required to reach …

Ian Cameron

09 Apr 2026, 2:18

Confirmed: Who plays who in the Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals

Home advantage ruled as the Round of 16 concluded, confirming the eight sides that will contest the quarter-finals of this season�…

Ian Cameron

05 Apr 2026, 12:11

Edinburgh player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Edinburgh player ratings: Written off by almost everyone outside their own bubble before a ball had been kicked, Edinburgh arrived…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

05 Apr 2026, 11:27

Leinster player ratings vs Edinburgh | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Leinster return to knockout rugby as heavy favourites at the Aviva Stadium, with Leo Cullen’s side expected to have too much pow…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

05 Apr 2026, 11:20

'The RFU should have stepped in... he is a future England captain'

Tom Willis' exit from English rugby was a familiar pre-match talking point again on Saturday, with Lawrence Dallaglio revisiting t…

Ian Cameron

05 Apr 2026, 1:33

Bulls player ratings vs Glasgow | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Bulls player ratings: The Bulls brought bruising physicality and South African nous, aiming to control collisions and territory wh…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

04 Apr 2026, 11:27

Feinberg-Mngomezulu criticism: 'That's certainly something Rassie Erasmus will look at'

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu criticism: 'That's certainly some Rassie Erasmus is going to look at'

Ian Cameron

04 Apr 2026, 9:00

Exeter Chiefs dump Munster out of Challenge Cup with painful pasting

Those that celebrate Munster's long and storied love affair with European competitions will be quick bin off this chapter after Ex…

Ian Cameron

04 Apr 2026, 6:17

'You're better than that': Henry Pollock involved in multiple incidents with Castres

Henry Pollock’s rapid rise shows little sign of slowing and, judging by events at cinch Stadium on Friday night, neither does hi…

Ian Cameron

04 Apr 2026, 3:34

Northampton Saints player ratings vs Castres | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

A slow-starting Saints survived a helter-skelter Champions Cup shoot?out with Castres, where chaos reigned, defence was optional a…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2026, 14:08

Owen Farrell moves position as Saracens make 3 changes for English Champions Cup clash

Prop wonder Rhys Carre is backing Saracens to turn recent progress into knockout success as the north London side return to the Re…

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2026, 8:47

Radwan returns, Wallaby replaces in-form Leicester star for Bordeaux mission

Adam Radwan will return to the Leicester Tigers starting XV for Sunday’s Investec Champions Cup trip to Bordeaux-Begles, while J…

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2026, 5:40

Ryan Baird makes Leinster return as fellow Ireland star dropped from 23

Ryan Baird will make his long-awaited return to competitive action when Leinster welcome Edinburgh to Aviva Stadium in the Round o…

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2026, 5:04

Feinberg-Mngomezulu dropped to Stormers bench as another Bok returns

The Stormers have dropped fly-half Sacha Feinberg?Mngomezulu to the bench for their Investec Champions Cup Round of 16 clash again…

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2026, 4:28

Scarlets issue statement on behalf of their board

The Scarlets have issued a statement on behalf of their board after the Welsh URC outfit confirmed 'significant further investment…

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2026, 4:10

Horrible injury luck hits Wales star Taulupe Faletau yet again

Fresh after returning from another spell on the sidelines, Taulupe Faletau has been ruled out for the remainder of the season in a…

Ian Cameron

02 Apr 2026, 10:09

Sharks make big Etzebeth call as they face familar foes in Europe

Eben Etzebeth will return straight to the starting XV as the Hollywoodbets Sharks turn their attention back to Europe for Friday n…

Ian Cameron

02 Apr 2026, 7:28

George Ford and Marcus Smith England rivalry gets Euro subplot

George Ford insists knockout rugby brings a very different edge as he prepares to come up against England rival Marcus Smith when …

Ian Cameron

02 Apr 2026, 4:01

Ireland line up Massimo De Lutiis for shock allegiance switch - report

Ireland are weighing up a move for Irish-qualified Queensland Reds tighthead Massimo De Lutiis, with a report in Australia claimin…

Ian Cameron

30 Mar 2026, 5:25

Faletau, Radwan and Baird among over 20 internationals registered to EPCR

The return of Wales No.8 Taulupe Faletau is one of a number of eye-cathcing EPCR registrations ahead of the knockout stages of Eur…

Ian Cameron

30 Mar 2026, 3:46

Leicester Tigers statement: Geoff Parling 'incident'

Leicester Tigers have issued a statement in athe aftermath of the Geoff Parling incident with Craig Doyle at the Slater Cup on Sat…

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2026, 10:24

Bath player ratings vs Sale Sharks | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Bath player ratings: Johann van Graan's men's poor discipline and errors saw this turn into quite the scrap but bench firepower ma…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2026, 9:24

Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle season in tatters after catastrophic triple whammy

La Rochelle’s season suffered a major blow on Saturday as three key players were injured during the 26-15 defeat to Bayonne, lea…

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2026, 4:52

Geoff Parling swears at and shoves Craig Doyle in bizarre on air bust-up

Leicester Tigers head coach Geoff Parling became embroiled in a surreal touchline flashpoint on Saturday after swearing at TNT Spo…

Ian Cameron

28 Mar 2026, 9:00

Munster player ratings vs Bulls | 2025/26 URC

Munster player ratings: Munster’s effort was marked by a series of standout individual moments, making their player ratings an i…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

28 Mar 2026, 7:17

Bulls player ratings vs Munster | 2025/26 URC

Bulls player ratings: The Vodacom Bulls produced a performance full of individual talking points, giving plenty for the...

Opinion

Ian Cameron

28 Mar 2026, 7:02

Leinster get some good news after bruising week on the injury front

There was some much-needed good news for Leinster on the injury front, with James Ryan and Ryan Baird both edging closer to return…

Ian Cameron

28 Mar 2026, 6:35

Leinster player ratings vs Scarlets | 2025/26 URC

Leinster arrived at the Aviva Stadium as overwhelming favourites, yet their early tempo carried none of the assurance of a side ac…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

27 Mar 2026, 14:52

'Absolutely destroying teams': URC side warned of 'train with no brakes'

The flip-side of Leinster’s return to the Aviva this weekend is the sense of foreboding for Welsh visitors Scarlets, as Premier …

Ian Cameron

27 Mar 2026, 2:35

Triple Lion Elliot Daly ends speculation over PREM club future

Elliot Daly has ended uncertainty over his next move by committing his long?term future to Saracens, signing a new contract that k…

Ian Cameron

26 Mar 2026, 10:36

Ireland trio return for Munster after difficult week off the field

Munster have named their side for Saturday’s URC Round 14 clash with the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld, restoring three Irela…

Ian Cameron

26 Mar 2026, 8:13

Lion to make first Leinster start since October as Cullen swings axe

Andrew Porter’s return headlines a heavily refreshed Leinster side to face Scarlets in the URC on Friday night at the Aviva Stad…

Ian Cameron

26 Mar 2026, 5:46

Andrew Porter boost as Leinster update James Ryan and RG Snyman situation

Andrew Porter is available for selection again for Leinster after recovering from a calf injury, giving Leo Cullen a timely boost …

Ian Cameron

23 Mar 2026, 9:29

Georgia Rugby issue statement: 'Serious blow' to reputation

Georgia Rugby have issued a statement ten days after it was revealed that a number of their players were charged with doping viola…

Ian Cameron

23 Mar 2026, 8:45

Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Bristol | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Leicester Tigers player ratings: Leicester blended flashes of high?tempo invention with some grit?your?teeth resolve to put away a…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

22 Mar 2026, 10:10

Injury concerns for RG Snyman following Leinster beatdown

Glasgow Warriors delivered a statement performance at Scotstoun on Saturday night, but Leinster left with more than just scoreboar…

Ian Cameron

22 Mar 2026, 6:29

Ireland report card: Rating all 35 players used in the Six Nations

Ireland leave the Six Nations with a Triple Crown in the bag and only a Thomas Ramos kick between them the championship.

Ian Cameron

17 Mar 2026, 1:35

France clinch U20 Six Nations Grand Slam as Ireland bag Triple Crown

The final weekend of the U20 Six Nations came to a close on Sunday and somehow managed to mirror the drama of their senior sides..…

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2026, 13:30

'I just don’t get it': The Irish pundits' reaction to latest Scotland flop

Irish television pundits believe Gregor Townsend's Scotland have a 'mental block' when it comes to playing Ireland, a team they ha…

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2026, 10:45

'I knew an opportunity may come down the line. I didn’t expect this'

Those thinking Tom O'Toole switching from tighthead to loosehead was just a cute sleight of hand with Ireland in the midst of a de…

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2026, 7:18

'Fear': The major Fabien Galthie caveat as France reclaim Six Nations

France claimed their second successive Six Nations title on Saturday night, but Fabien Galthie cut a more relieved than celebrator…

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2026, 5:02

'Absolute madness': Ireland fans are particularly furious at Henry Pollock

Ireland fans, in particular, are absolutely furious at England flanker Henry Pollock following the sensational denouement to the 2…

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2026, 4:15

One popular gripe emerges from thrilling Six Nations finale

The Six Nations signed off with a 48-46 classic in Paris, a match so wild it will live long in the memory.

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2026, 2:01

'A bit off': Ronan O'Gara take branded 'unhelpful' by ex-Ireland teammates

Ronan O’Gara has never been shy about calling things as he sees them, and the former Ireland great set off a minor storm before …

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2026, 1:45

France player ratings vs England | 2026 Guinness Six Nations

France player ratings: Take a breath. Another crazy, topsy?turvy, high?scoring game to sign off one of the greatest Six Nations ch…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2026, 15:22

'Ireland played well... they always seem to play well against us'

Gregor Townsend admitted Scotland were given a hard reality check in Dublin as Ireland stretched their decade-long dominance of th…

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2026, 13:19

'He should definitely be in the running for player of the tournament'

The hosts kept themselves in contention for the Guinness Six Nations title with a 12th consecutive victory over the Scots.

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2026, 12:56

The immediate Gregor Townsend verdict on Triple Crown defeat to Ireland

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend handed Ireland their flowers after his side came off second best in their 43-21 Triple Crown p…

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2026, 10:02

Ireland player ratings vs Scotland | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Ireland player ratings: If ever there was a Six Nations litmus Test for where Andy Farrell's team were at, this match with a confi…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2026, 8:58

World Rugby statement: 'Orchestrated' Georgia doping scheme uncovered

World Rugby have issued a statement confirming that six Georgia Rugby internationals and a member of the backroom staff have been …

Ian Cameron

13 Mar 2026, 6:05

Jac Morgan spotted at training session with Gallagher PREM club

Wales flanker Jac Morgan has been spotted back in training just four months after suffering the shoulder dislocation that ended hi…

Ian Cameron

12 Mar 2026, 10:17

Injured Ireland star returns to action in international heavy Ulster selection

Cormac Izuchukwu headlines an Ulster squad stacked with star power as he is restored to Richie Murphy’s starting XV for tomorrow…

Ian Cameron

12 Mar 2026, 10:06

Bath raid Ireland stocks for their new head of recruitment

Bath have confirmed the appointment of Bryn Cunningham as the club’s new head of recruitment after a raid on Ulster.

Ian Cameron

12 Mar 2026, 7:23

'It’s 100 percent game plan... I played in that England system'

England’s historic 23-18 defeat to Italy in Rome has prompted a fierce post-mortem, with former international Ben Youngs pointin…

Ian Cameron

09 Mar 2026, 7:24

U20 Six Nations: 206 points scored across wild weekend of rugby

The penultimate round of the 2026 U20 Six Nations produced a try-fest weekend, rugby's next generation rivalling the dramatic scen…

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 14:48

'That’s the truth': The surprising Fabien Galthie take on France's Murrayfield collapse

France’s Grand Slam dream may have gone up in puff of Edinburgh cannon smoke but Fabien Galthie’s reaction afterwards was stri…

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 14:19

Waratahs issue brutal update on Wallabies star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii

The Waratahs have confirmed that Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will miss up to eight weeks after suffering a hamstring injury in the warm-…

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 7:53

Unconvinced Irish pundits offer one telling concession to Scotland

Irish pundits welcomed Scotland’s spectacular win over France but remained far from convinced it signals a genuine shift in the …

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 7:10

World Rugby Ranking winners from mad weekend weren't a Six Nations side

Scotland and Italy produced two of the most memorable wins in recent Guinness Six Nations history, yet neither side were rewarded …

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 4:53

RFU statement: Steve Borthwick and England team

Bill Sweeney has admitted England’s recent Six Nations slump has been “hugely disappointing” but insisted the RFU remains fu…

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 4:31

Six Nations permutations: What Scotland, France and Ireland need to win

What a weekend. The 2026 Guinness Six Nations heads into Super Saturday with three teams still capable of lifting the trophy after…

Analysis

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 3:57

Antoine Dupont and Ben White had afters following in-game spat

Ill will between Antoine Dupont and Ben White appeared to spill beyond the final whistle at Murrayfield after Scotland’s extraor…

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 16:29

Even Russell Crowe is talking about this crazy Six Nations weekend

Italy’s stunning 23-18 victory over England in Rome has reverberated far beyond the rugby world, with even Hollywood star Russel…

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 12:28

Leicester Tigers statement: Hamish Watson

Leicester Tigers have confirmed the short-term signing of Scotland and British & Irish Lions flanker Hamish Watson on a two-month …

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 11:28

Things get worse for France as ugly Oscar Jegou incident caught on camera

France’s miserable afternoon at Murrayfield could yet take another turn for the worse after a controversial incident involving O…

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 9:13

Darcy Graham: 'It'd be nice to go to Ireland and get that win'

Darcy Graham said Scotland always believed they could beat France after their remarkable victory in Edinburgh, describing the 90-p…

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 8:55

France player ratings vs Scotland | 2026 Guinness Six Nations

France player ratings: Fabien Galthié’s side travelled to Murrayfield knowing Scotland would provide one of the tournament’s …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 7:57

95-cap veteran says 'mixed bag' against Wales was the 'true Ireland'

Ireland’s mixed performance in their 27-17 Guinness Six Nations victory over Wales was the “true Ireland”, according to form…

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 6:02

Former Bristol captain Matt Salter dies aged 49

Clifton RFC has announced the death of former Bristol Rugby captain Matt Salter at the age of 49.

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 3:46

Andy Farrell gives Wales flowers but hints they pushed luck in one area

Ireland led just 12-10 at half-time before battling to a bonus-point win.

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2026, 1:48

Ireland player ratings vs Wales | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Ireland player ratings: Ireland entered their Guinness Six Nations clash with Wales in Dublin as clear favourites, with Andy Farre…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

06 Mar 2026, 14:01

URC review finds Levi Douglas red card not even a penalty

A URC review has found that a red card handed to the Dragons RFC lock Levi Douglas was not even a penalty.

Ian Cameron

06 Mar 2026, 11:33

Stuart Hogg 'erased' from honours list by order of the King

Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg has been stripped of his MBE after a formal order from King Charles III directed that his name…

Ian Cameron

05 Mar 2026, 9:51

The not so subtle endorsement this week's All Blacks call has given

Japan Rugby League One chairman Genichi Tamatsuka believes Dave Rennie’s appointment as the next All Blacks coach is a significa…

Ian Cameron

05 Mar 2026, 2:58

'Disappointed' Connacht confirm exit of Rod Seib

Stuart Lancester's Connacht have confirmed the exit of attack coach Rob Seib at the end of the current season.

Ian Cameron

02 Mar 2026, 9:48

Steve Borthwick suffers second major injury blow as England squad updated

Steve Borthwick will once again be without Bath centre Ollie Lawrence after the RFU issued a squad update on Sunday evening.

Ian Cameron

01 Mar 2026, 10:43

Bundee Aki returns but Ireland's third choice 10 'ruled out'

Bundee Aki is back but Andy Farrell will have to make do without the services of his third-choice fly-half, Harry Byrne, ahead of …

Ian Cameron

01 Mar 2026, 9:49

Uncapped back-row one of two call ups to Steve Tandy's Wales squad

Steve Tandy has added a pair of forwards to his Wales squad ahead of Friday night’s Guinness Six Nations trip to Dublin.

Ian Cameron

01 Mar 2026, 6:32

Demba Bamba gets France re-call after unlucky 142kg giant withdrawn

Demba Bamba has been added to the France squad after Tevita Tatafu was ruled out of Saturday’s Six Nations trip to Scotland.

Ian Cameron

01 Mar 2026, 6:07

Ex- Wales boss Wayne Pivac named new head coach of Benetton

Benetton have confirmed the appointment of Wayne Pivac as their new head coach from next season.

Ian Cameron

01 Mar 2026, 3:25

Bulls win over Sharks effectively hands Shield to URC rivals

The Bulls produced their most complete display of the season to dismantle the Sharks 41-12 at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday...

Ian Cameron

28 Feb 2026, 11:45

'He's a very knowledgeable guy. He's been helping me with my game'

Declan Meredith knows he has big shoes to fill as the Brumbies' new No.10, but he believes the learnings from his predecessors hav…

Ian Cameron

28 Feb 2026, 11:05

Saffa schools' star Josh Neill: 'End goal' is to become Ireland international

South Africa-born back-row prospect Josh Neill has nailed his colours to the mast, committing his future to Leinster and...

Ian Cameron

28 Feb 2026, 3:38

Leinster player ratings vs Cardiff | 2025/26 URC

Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men arrived in Cardiff as favourites but it was never a game that they looked like winning. …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 13:06

Junior Springboks nearly repeat scoreline as they bag double over Georgia

The Junior Springboks completed a two-match sweep in Tbilisi with a 35-5 win over Georgia on a cold and wet Friday afternoon, back…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 9:47

Controversial ex-Bok winger Aphiwe Dyantyi signs for European club

Controversial ex-Springbok winger Aphiwe Dyantyi has a new club to call home, after it was confirmed that he has been signed by RC…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 9:29

Rugby Europe Championship semis confirmed as Madrid finals day looms

The Rugby Europe Championship semi-final line-up has been confirmed, as all eight teams eye a packed Finals Day in Madrid on the w…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 8:55

Training ground incident sees Ireland's Cormac Izuchukwu sidelined

Ireland could be set to be without the services of Cormac Izuchukwu after the Ulster forward sustained a training ground injury fo…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 5:26

No change to laws as rugby stakerholders focus turns to fan experience

Global rugby leaders have agreed there will be no immediate changes to the laws of the game, as attention shifts towards improving…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 2:02

England's Italian job in Rome just got even harder

England’s assignment in Rome has just got even harder, with news that Juan Ignacio Brex is back in the Azzurri frame.

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2026, 7:25

Ireland pair return as a 6'10, 138kg giant handed second Leinster cap

Ireland internationals Jimmy O’Brien and Robbie Henshaw return for Leinster ahead of Friday night’s BKT United Rugby Champions…

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2026, 4:22

‘No one thinks we can win’ – Test of Times IV on RugbyPass TV

RugbyPass TV releases Tests of Time IV this Tuesday, a feature-length deep dive into the night England dismantled the All…

Ian Cameron

24 Feb 2026, 0:25

Mixed news for Andy Farrell's options in the Ireland backline

Ireland have confirmed a mixed injury bulletin following their 42-21 win over England at Twickenham. James Lowe was by some distan…

Ian Cameron

23 Feb 2026, 7:31

Munster sign NZ U20 star as 3 Ireland players and a Bok return to training

Munster have been boosted by the return of three Ireland squad members and a Springbok to training ahead of Saturday’s URC Round…

Ian Cameron

23 Feb 2026, 7:05

Junior Springboks nil Georgia in Tbilisi

The Junior Springboks produced a clinical first-half display to secure a 35-0 victory over Georgia in the first of two internation…

Ian Cameron

22 Feb 2026, 10:39

Former Test players line up to put boot into 'entitled' and 'sloppy' England

The post-mortem began before the final whistle on Saturday. England’s heavy 42-21 defeat to Ireland has since prompted a swift a…

Ian Cameron

22 Feb 2026, 10:02

France player ratings vs Italy | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

France player ratings: Fabien Galthie's side went into this one unbeaten so far in the 2026 Guinness Six Nations...

Opinion

Ian Cameron

22 Feb 2026, 9:07

Calls for 'robotic' and 'uninspiring Steve Borthwick to face England axe

England’s Guinness Six Nations campaign unravelled in brutal fashion as a 42-21 defeat to Ireland at Allianz Stadium ended any l…

Ian Cameron

22 Feb 2026, 0:05

Matthieu Jalibert blow for France sees Galthie reshuffle backline

France have been forced into a late reshuffle ahead of their third Six Nations outing after Matthieu Jalibert was ruled out of Sun…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2026, 13:27

Scotland player ratings vs Wales | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Scotland player ratings: A banana skin if ever there was one for Gregor Townsend's side, jubilent off their back of their annual v…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2026, 10:34

Ireland player ratings vs England | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Ireland player ratings: Andy Farrell's side travelled to Allianz Stadium, Twickenham very much the underdogs, despite having won f…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2026, 8:18

Ireland forced into late change as Jack Conan pulled

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell was forced into a late change to his 23 for their Guinnness Six Nations clash with England, with J…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2026, 5:22

Ireland U20 shock England with Six Nations upset at The Rec

Ireland U20 produced a stirring second-half comeback to shock England at The Rec, overturning a 14-7 half-time deficit to claim a …

Ian Cameron

20 Feb 2026, 13:46

'This won’t be a walkover': Ex-Scotland star questions team's mental toughness

Former Scotland lock Jim Hamilton has warned Gregor Townsend’s side that their Calcutta Cup heroics will count for little unless…

Ian Cameron

19 Feb 2026, 10:25

Toulon statement: Pierre Mignoni

Toulon have issued a statement revealing they've acceded to a request from director of rugby Pierre Mignoni to 'take a break this …

Ian Cameron

19 Feb 2026, 8:33

Super Rugby Pacific say Tupou Vaa'i try should have been disallowed

Super Rugby Pacific officials have clarified that the decision to award Tupou Vaa’i a try during the 32nd minute of the Chiefs�…

Ian Cameron

16 Feb 2026, 3:41

France player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Guinness Men's Six Nations

France player ratings: This could have been a real banana skin for Fabien Galthie's side. Unbackable favourites to wallop a haples…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2026, 9:05

One theme dominates reaction to England chariot grinding to halt

England’s 31-20 defeat at Murrayfield has reignited a familiar criticism of Steve Borthwick’s side: when Plan A stalls, there …

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2026, 6:17

Win over England an indictment, not an endorsement of Gregor Townsend

Scotland’s rousing 31-20 Calcutta Cup win at Murrayfield, which unceremoniously ended England’s 12-game winning streak, in som…

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2026, 3:57

'He didn't have his strongest game... I think he would think the same'

Irish television pundits seem to be in agreement that Jack Crowley should be the man in the hotseat when Ireland take on England i…

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2026, 2:47

Andy Farrell: 'Gutted for him, because he wouldn’t normally do that'

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell praised his side’s resilience after their 20-13 Guinness Six Nations victory over Italy at the A…

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2026, 9:31

Everyone making same point after latest Sam Prendergast struggle session

Social media has turned his guns on Sam Prendergast and the Irish set-up after another Guiness Six Nations struggle session for th…

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2026, 9:07

Ireland player ratings vs Italy | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Ireland player ratings: Andy Farrell's men were on a mission to bounce back in the Guinness Six Nations against Italy in the Aviva…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2026, 8:08

'Wales will win the battle of the anthems but that may be about it'

Former England fly-half Andy Goode isn't given Wales a chance in hell of beating France, describing Fabien Galthie's Les Bleus as …

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2026, 5:39

England U20 draw first blood on Calcutta Cup weekend

England U20 made it two wins from two in the 2026 U20 Six Nations with a 33-17 victory over Scotland at Hive Stadium in Edinburgh,…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2026, 14:25

Ireland survive Italian U20 Six Nations scare in Cork

Ireland U20 secured their first win of the U20 Six Nations with a tense 30-27 victory over Italy at Virgin Media Park in Cork, han…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2026, 13:53

Dragons RFC prop Robert Hunt undergoes surgery

Dragons RFC prop Robert Hunt is facing a spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a hamstring injury.

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2026, 8:51

Andy Farrell makes 6 changes to Ireland team for Italian job in Dublin

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has made a number of changes to his side ahead of their Guinness Men's Six Nations Round two match…

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2026, 6:06

Ireland get timely Tadhg Furlong boost ahead of Italy

Ireland have received a timely boost ahead of their Round 2 Guinness Men’s Six Nations clash against Italy, with Tadhg Furlong r…

Ian Cameron

09 Feb 2026, 9:01

Four players added to England squad as Borthwick fills injury gaps

England’s 36-player training squad update does not include Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, who has will miss the rest of the Guinness Six …

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2026, 11:13

France star withdrawn from squad ahead of Wales trip

Centre Kalvin Gourgues has been redrawn from the France squad by Fabien Galthie, who has confirmed a 42-man training group for the…

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2026, 8:37

Snyman name checks returning star as Blitzboks claim Perth SVNS

Philip Snyman hailed the Springbok Sevens side’s response and resilience after the Blitzboks edged Fiji 21-19 to win the HSBC SV…

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2026, 7:57

U20 Six Nations: France brutally punish Ireland, England escape with win

The first round of the U20s Six Nations saw France flex their title credentials with a ruthless dismantling of Ireland in Perpigna…

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2026, 6:49

Finger of blame pointed at South African in Ireland loss to France

Two days on from Ireland’s defeat to France, the loss prompted a soul-searching discussion on Virgin Media Sports on Irish telev…

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2026, 0:15

'You’ve got to pay the piper': Irish TV rip into 'out-coached' Gregor Townsend

Scotland’s shock Six Nations defeat to Italy prompted a forensic and often brutal assessment from the Virgin Media Sports panel …

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2026, 12:11

Wales player ratings vs England | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Wales player ratings: No one gave Wales a chance going into this at Allianz Stadium and that turned out to be charitable.

Opinion

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2026, 10:48

England A hand Ireland XV a thrashing in Thomond Park

England A delivered a ruthless performance to dismantle an Ireland XV 52-14 at Thomond Park, flexing English rugby their depth in …

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2026, 9:53

Italy player ratings vs Scotland | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Italy player ratings: Gonzalo Quesada's Italy will having been eyeing this fixture with Scotland at the Stadio Olimpico as one the…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2026, 8:12

Caelan Doris alludes to maybe the one silver lining after France flop

Caelan Doris pointed to Ireland’s bench as a rare positive to cling to after Thursday night’s 36-14 defeat to France at the St…

Ian Cameron

06 Feb 2026, 2:16

Andy Farrell: The 'absolute must' for Ireland after sobering Paris defeat

Andy Farrell refused to pull his punches on the aftermath of Ireland's 36-14 defeat to France at the Stade de France.

Ian Cameron

06 Feb 2026, 1:00

Ireland player ratings vs France | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations

Ireland player ratings: Andy Farrell's men fly to Paris with few giving them a chance of securing a rare Six Nations' Test win on …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2026, 14:03

La Rochelle's Ronan O'Gara has ban increased for ugly ref incident

La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara has had a ban for an ugly incident with a TOP 14 referee increased, after his initial ban was …

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2026, 11:06

'Big moment for him': Ireland to get 'proper look' at alternative 10 option

Ireland will get what Bernard Jackman called a “proper look” at Ciaran Frawley as an alternative fly-half option when Ireland …

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2026, 7:43

'Landmark': Virgin Media win Irish rights to Nations Championship

Virgin Media will be the exclusive free to air broadcaster in Ireland for the Nations Championship, after securing rights to show …

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2026, 2:29

Springbok's brother named in 35-man USA Eagles training squad

There's no little South African interest in the 35-man USA Eagles alignment camp squad as they begin preparations in earnest for t…

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2026, 1:49

'Lots of moving parts': Leo Cullen addresses Leinster star's imminent exit

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has admitted there are “lots of moving parts” as speculation swirls around Rabah Slimani’s fu…

Ian Cameron

01 Feb 2026, 4:05

Edinburgh player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 URC

Edinburgh player ratings: Edinburgh will rue this 28-20 defeat. For long stretches they looked the sharper, more cohesive…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

31 Jan 2026, 11:37

Leinster player ratings vs Edinburgh | 2025/26 URC

Leinster player ratings: For 70 minutes this looked like the sort of night that gnaws at Leinster teams. Edinburgh were organised,…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

31 Jan 2026, 11:32

Willie Le Roux issues classy response to online dig after Bulls win

Willie le Roux responded with restraint after an online dig followed the Vodacom Bulls’ emphatic 52–17 win over the Lions at E…

Ian Cameron

31 Jan 2026, 10:27

Major blow for Italy as Edoardo Todaro suffers serious injury in camp

Italy’s Six Nations preparations have been dealt a significant blow after Edoardo Todaro suffered a serious knee injury during a…

Ian Cameron

31 Jan 2026, 2:32

Ronan O'Gara fights back tears at La Rochelle press conference

Ronan O’Gara fought back emotion as he addressed the media on Friday, two days after La Rochelle prop Uini Atonio suffered a car…

Ian Cameron

30 Jan 2026, 11:43

Rabah Slimani headed to door at Leinster

Leinster tighthead prop Rabah Slimani is set to leave the United Rugby Championship champs at the end of the season and return to …

Ian Cameron

30 Jan 2026, 10:32

Rieko Ioane and RG Snyman start as Leinster make 12 changes

Leinster have rung the changes in emphatic fashion for Round 11 of the BKT United Rugby Championship, with a side stripped of its …

Ian Cameron

30 Jan 2026, 4:56

Emotional club statement confirms Ned Hanigan forced to end career

Former Wallaby back-row Ned Hanigan has been forced to retire from the game - Provence Ruby have confirmed in a statement.

Ian Cameron

29 Jan 2026, 3:04

Ireland forced to replace two forwards as injury crisis deepens

Andy Farrell’s Ireland preparations for the Guinness Men’s Six Nations have been disrupted by a fresh injury setback, with cha…

Ian Cameron

25 Jan 2026, 10:04

Stormers given shock URC wake-up call by lowly Sharks

The United Rugby Championship’s last unbeaten record was wiped out in Cape Town on Saturday as the Sharks delivered a blunt remi…

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2026, 13:22

Leinster player ratings vs Connacht | 2025/26 URC

Leinster player ratings: A spiky interprovincial at the Dexcom that ebbed and flowed, threatened to boil over more than once and w…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2026, 11:37

'We didn’t expect it and we were surprised, like everyone else'

Union Bordeaux-Bègles have played down concerns over Damian Penaud’s shock omission from France’s Six Nations plans, with the…

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2026, 7:23

Footage emerges of Waratahs training brawl that saw 6'8,125kg giant banned

Footage has emerged of a training ground altercation that led to NSW Waratahs lock Miles Amatosero being suspended for four games.

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2026, 4:26

'Anybody reading too much into last weekend’s result has a pretty short memory'

Newcastle Red Bulls head to North London determined not to be lulled by last weekend’s European results, with Alan Dickens makin…

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2026, 9:50

James Lowe returns with 14-year-old Leinster record in sight

British & Irish Lions wing James Lowe will return to action for Leinster on Saturday against Connacht with a significant miles…

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2026, 9:07

'He's a big, tall guy': Ian Madigan backs Ireland Six Nations bolter

Former Ireland fly-half Ian Madigan has backed a former teammate to go and in impress after his call up to Andy Farrell's Guiness …

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2026, 6:54

Eight casualties from England's 36-man Six Nations squad

Steve Borthwick’s first significant selection call of the new Six Nations cycle has landed, and as ever, what England’s head c…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2026, 5:02

Saracens shock: Mark McCall to step down as ex-Bok steps in

Saracens have confirmed that Mark McCall will step down as Director of Rugby at the end of the current season, bringing an end to …

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2026, 3:38

Blitzboks explain standout omission from Singapore SVNS squad

The Blitzboks have explained the thinking behind an eye-catching omission after naming a 14-man squad for next weekend’s HSBC SV…

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2026, 3:04

Louis Rees-Zammit on NFL: 'I feel a lot more sore after a rugby game'

Louis Rees-Zammit has opened up in more detail than ever before on his time in the NFL and why he's so happy to be back playing ru…

Ian Cameron

22 Jan 2026, 6:11

Toulon issue snarky statement after 6'7, 124kg rookie defects from club

Rugby Club Toulonnais have issued a pointed statement confirming the departure of academy product Thomas Adelaïde, who has walked…

Ian Cameron

19 Jan 2026, 11:40

Leo Cullen's Leinster counting cost of win in Bayonne

Leinster are counting the cost of their hard-fought 22-13 Investec Champions Cup win away to Aviron Bayonnais at the weekend.

Ian Cameron

19 Jan 2026, 5:07

'Huge failure' - Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle future questioned after shock defeat

Ronan O’Gara’s future at La Rochelle has come under renewed scrutiny after the two-time champions were dumped out of the Inves…

Ian Cameron

18 Jan 2026, 11:14

Northampton Saints player ratings vs Scarlets | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Northampton Saints player ratings: Saints were rattled early as Scarlets flew out of the blocks and punished some loose handling a…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

18 Jan 2026, 9:19

'What a nudge': Henry Slade punishes Cardiff with 'extraordinary' touchfinder

Henry Slade produced one of the moments of the afternoon at Sandy Park, nailing a brilliant penalty touchfinder that helped put da…

Ian Cameron

18 Jan 2026, 6:43

Ex-England U20 star Joel Kpoku walks out on French club mid-season

Joel Kpoku has effectively walked out on Section Paloise midway through the season, leaving the Top 14 outfit a year and a half be…

Ian Cameron

18 Jan 2026, 3:40

Munster player ratings vs Castres | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Munster player ratings: A 31–29 defeat to Castres at Thomond Park means a European exit for Munster before the Round of 16...

Opinion

Ian Cameron

17 Jan 2026, 11:47

Leinster player ratings vs Bayonne | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Leinster signed off the pool stage in Bayonne with a controlled, largely no-nonsense Champions Cup win that mixed early authority …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

17 Jan 2026, 9:15

Exeter Chiefs: 'It’s something we’ve got to talk about now'

Exeter Chiefs are making a point of keeping their decent home form intact as they prepare to face Cardiff Rugby in their final EPC…

Ian Cameron

16 Jan 2026, 8:35

Springboks superstar misses out as SA Rugby Awards 2025 nominees confirmed

A number of Springboks have returned as SA Rugby confirmed the full list of nominees for this year's 2025 SA Rugby Awards.

Ian Cameron

16 Jan 2026, 5:23

Trio of Leinster stars return as Sam Prendergast benched for Bayonne

Sam Prendergast will have to make do with a spot on the bench as Harry Byrne takes the starting ten jersey as Leinster travel to B…

Ian Cameron

16 Jan 2026, 4:55

Fin Smith one of two Northampton players pulled from Bordeaux game

Northampton Saints have been forced to withdraw two players just hours before their Investec Champions Cup showdown with reigning …

Ian Cameron

11 Jan 2026, 2:45

Ronan O'Gara takes to social media after press conference no-show

Ronan O'Gara opted for social media rather than the traditional post-match press conference after La Rochelle’s narrow Investec …

Ian Cameron

11 Jan 2026, 2:12

What Harry Byrne said moments before kicking match winner against La Rochelle

Harry Byrne revealed he left no room for doubt in the dying moments at the Aviva Stadium, telling Leinster captain Caelan Doris ex…

Ian Cameron

11 Jan 2026, 1:39

Leicester Tigers maul Manu Tuilagi's Bayonne as Scarlets get Pau'ed

Leicester Tigers registered their first Investec Champions Cup win of the season with a ruthless 57-14 dismantling of Bayonne.

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2026, 15:29

Leinster player ratings vs La Rochelle | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Leinster player ratings: Leinster did this the hard way. Again. They flew out of the blocks, teased something emphatic, then slowl…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2026, 11:37

WRU issue warning to Welsh clubs after letter circulated

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has issued a 'stark warning' to its member clubs after a letter calling for an Extraordinary General M…

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2026, 8:50

Injury struck Gloucester sign Manaaki Boyle-Tiatia

Injury hit Gloucester Rugby have confirmed the signing of hooker New Zealand based Manaaki Boyle-Tiatia on a three-month contract.…

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2026, 4:55

Lions to unleash South Africa U20 superstar Batho Hlekani against Lyon

Lions have named Junior Springbok Batho Hlekani in their matchday 23 for Saturday’s Challenge Cup Round 3 fixture against Lyon a…

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2026, 6:16

Newcastle Red Bulls to face returning might of Posolo Tuilagi

Perpignan will welcome back one of their most powerful weapons this weekend, with Posolo Tuilagi set to make his return from injur…

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2026, 5:56

Prendergast and Henshaw start as Leinster roll out big guns for La Rochelle

Leinster have rolled out the heavy artillery for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup showdown with Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle.

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2026, 4:37

'Kept his word' - Bulls name Bok-laden side for PREM high-flyers

The Vodacom Bulls say that head coach Johan Ackermann "has kept his word" by naming a Springbok heavy starting XV for Saturday’s…

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2026, 4:21

'It wasn’t the truth': Alex Mann speaks out over Eben Etzebeth incident

Wales back-row Alex Mann has spoken publicly for the first time about the Autumn Nations Series eye-gouging incident involving Ebe…

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2026, 2:53

Bok added but Lions star and Ireland winger among those removed from squads

A number of high-profile internationals have been removed from European squads ahead of this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup an…

Ian Cameron

08 Jan 2026, 7:35

Leicester Tigers sign Wales back-row Aaron Wainwright

Leicester Tigers have confirmed that Wales back row Aaron Wainwright will join the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Ian Cameron

08 Jan 2026, 4:39

Northampton Saints confirm season's end exits for two forwards

Northampton Saints have confirmed the departures of Sam Graham and Elliot Millar Mills at the end of the current campaign, bringin…

Ian Cameron

08 Jan 2026, 4:05

Question marks linger over four Leinster stars ahead of La Rochelle

Leinster have received a timely boost ahead of this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup clash with European rival La Rochelle, but …

Ian Cameron

05 Jan 2026, 8:50

Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle send sobering message to bitter rivals Leinster

Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle delivered a stark reminder of their Champions Cup credentials to bitter European rivals Leinster with a…

Ian Cameron

05 Jan 2026, 4:57

Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Saracens | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Leicester Tigers player ratings: Geoff Parling's men produced a statement performance at Mattioli Woods Welford Road, outmuscling …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

04 Jan 2026, 9:20

Connacht player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 URC

Connacht player ratings: Stuart Lancaster's side showed real character to claw their way back into the contest after an early onsl…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2026, 11:29

Leinster player ratings vs Connacht | 2025/26 URC

Leinster player ratings: Leinster flew out of the blocks at the Aviva Stadium, only to be hauled back into a proper contest by a C…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2026, 11:20

Raiding Lions heap more URC misery on struggling Sharks

Haashim Pead delivered a dramatic sting in the tail in Durban as the Lions edged a pulsating United Rugby Championship derby 23–…

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2026, 9:07

'Untenable': Calls for PREM club sackings after latest 'inevitable' defeat

Pressure on Gloucester head coach George Skivington intensified on Friday night as supporters vented their anger online following …

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2026, 3:38

Forgotten Ireland 7 returns as Leinster rest overseas superstar

Leinster have welcomed back Will Connors for the first time since October while leaving overseas signing Rieko Ioane out of the ma…

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2026, 10:20

Dan Cole: 'I am leaving Tigers with a heavy heart'

Leicester Tigers confirmed on Wednesday that club legend Dan Cole has left the club for 'personal reasons'.

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2026, 7:30

England star makes first start for Leicester Tigers game in 84 days

Jack van Poortvliet will start a Leicester Tigers match for the first time in 84 days when Saracens visit Mattioli Woods Welford R…

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2026, 7:12

Bulls call in 3 Boks as they eye upset win over URC top dogs

Johan Ackermann has rung the changes for the Bulls’ New Year’s derby in Cape Town, with three Springboks recalled to the start…

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2026, 3:03

'Made it clear': Chat with Ireland legend helps Nathan Doak decide future

Ulster have secured the long term future of scrum half Nathan Doak after the 24 year old signed a new two year contract extension …

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2026, 2:36

Louis Rees-Zammit to stay put at Bristol Bears

Louis Rees-Zammit has committed his long-term futute to Bristol Bears, the club have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

01 Jan 2026, 2:33

Bok Boan Venter makes 'tough decision' to leave Edinburgh

Rookie Springbok prop Boan Venter has made the 'tough decision' to leave Edinburgh and return to his native South Africa.

Ian Cameron

15 Dec 2025, 5:29

Lower tackle height to be trialled at World Rugby U20s in 2026

World Rugby will trial a lower legal tackle height at the sternum during the 2026 World Rugby U20 Championship in Georgia, marking…

Ian Cameron

15 Dec 2025, 3:18

Bath player ratings vs Toulon | Investec Champions Cup

Bath player ratings: Johan van Graan's side faced a real test of their Investe Champions Cup ambitions with a tricky trip to Toulo…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

14 Dec 2025, 9:11

Sale Sharks have parted ways with Marco Bortolami

Sale Sharks have parted ways with head coach Marco Bortolami - RugbyPass understands.

Exclusive

Ian Cameron

13 Dec 2025, 10:21

Saracens player ratings vs Sharks | Investec Champions Cup 2025

Saracens player ratings: Mark McCall's Saracens and the Sharks met in a soggy Durban in front of modest crowd made up of those wil…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

13 Dec 2025, 9:41

Stormers blow past Ronan O'Gara-less La Rochelle in Champions Cup

Stormers powered to an emphatic 42-21 victory over Stade Rochelais in the Investec Champions Cup at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, ru…

Ian Cameron

13 Dec 2025, 7:25

Dwayne Peel's brutally frank take on playing 'European juggernaut'

Dwayne Peel has not dressed it up - Scarlets head to Bordeaux knowing exactly what awaits them.

Ian Cameron

13 Dec 2025, 3:30

Much-changed Sharks roll out Bok big boys for Saracens

The Hollywoodbets Sharks will field a markedly different side for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup clash with Saracens, rolling…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2025, 5:15

Christian Wade to make rugby union return against South African opposition

Christian Wade will make his Newcastle Red Bulls debut on Saturday as the former England winger is named to start against South Af…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2025, 4:46

Jack Crowley returns for Munster alongside ex-Leinster star who makes first start

Jack Crowley is back in the Munster team as the province look to reset their Investec Champions Cup campaign against Gloucester at…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2025, 4:33

All 23 players registered and deregistered ahead of this weekend's European fixtures

European squads have been tweaked and trimmed ahead of Round 2 of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, with 23 playe…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2025, 4:07

Leicester Tigers statement: George Martin exit

Leicester Tigers have confirmed the exit of England lock George Martin and have clairfied that they had offered him a "competitive…

Ian Cameron

08 Dec 2025, 9:23

Bok's exit from South Africa looking more likely than not

Bok scrumhalf Grant Williams is reportedly weighing up overseas offers ahead of what is increasingly shaping into a likely Sharks …

Ian Cameron

08 Dec 2025, 9:08

A Lion returns as Leinster issue mixed injury update on Test trio

Leinster have delivered a mixed injury bulletin ahead of Friday’s Investec Champions Cup trip to Leicester Tigers, with James Lo…

Ian Cameron

08 Dec 2025, 7:34

NZR bail out Hurricanes as club's financial structure gets major overhaul

Wellington Rugby and the Hurricanes have confirmed a significant restructuring of ownership and governance, with New Zealand Rugby…

Ian Cameron

08 Dec 2025, 4:35

Toulouse player ratings vs Sharks | Investec Champions Cup 2025/26

Toulouse player ratings: The Red and Blacks rolled out something not far off a full-strength side and treated the contest…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2025, 9:36

Sharks player ratings vs Toulouse | Investec Champions Cup 2026/26

Sharks player ratings: The Sharks arrived in Toulouse carrying heavier baggage than most travelling sides, the week dominated by J…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2025, 9:12

'Don’t quote me': Leinster count injury toll of 'S-fight' win over Harlequins

Leinster emerged with the bonus-point Investec Champions Cup win they needed on Saturday night but not without a price, as Leo Cul…

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2025, 5:25

'Freak player' – The England star that's wowed Len Ikitau

Len Ikitau has barely had time to unpack in Devon but the Wallabies centre has already identified the player who has left the bigg…

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2025, 3:54

Harlequins player ratings vs Leinster | Investec Champions Cup 2025/26

Leinster and Harlequins walked into the Aviva Stadium with very different baggage but the same high-stakes brief, the hosts carryi…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

06 Dec 2025, 11:30

Leinster player ratings vs Harlequins | Investec Champions Cup 2025/26

Leinster player ratings: Despite Leinster’s recent wobbles they still entered this contest with Harlequins as heavy favourites..…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

06 Dec 2025, 11:18

'He is a big man': 6'5 Wales back-row loanee impresses Dragons

Dragons boss Filo Tiatia says season-long loanee Mackenzie Martin is already proving a smart bit of business and still has plenty …

Ian Cameron

06 Dec 2025, 4:35

'We didn’t feel it was right' - Newcastle Red Bulls explain Christian Wade call

Newcastle Red Bulls have named their team for Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup opener away to Lyon, with head coach Alan Dickens cl…

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2025, 6:49

Sharks name B-team for French giants as Plumtree exit fast-tracked

The Sharks have confirmed that John Plumtree will step down as head coach after Sunday’s Investec Champions Cup opener against T…

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2025, 6:25

Bulls name 13 Boks in side for French Champions Cup heavyweights

The Bulls have rolled out a "Springbok-heavy" squad for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup opener against defending champions Bor…

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2025, 4:36

Nations Championship: England to play Springboks at Ellis Park

South Africa will open their 2026 season with a home Test against England at Ellis Park, after SA Rugby confirmed the venues for n…

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2025, 4:18

Six Nations statement: Tom Curry 'Tunnelgate' incident

Tom Curry will face no disciplinary action after Six Nations Rugby reviewed Argentina’s complaint that the England flanker shove…

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2025, 3:41

Rassie Erasmus: SA Rugby set out huge new deal for Bok coach

SA Rugby has moved to lock in Rassie Erasmus long term by extending the Bok coach's contract through to the 2031 Rugby World Cup, …

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2025, 1:14

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth ban for 'intentional' foul play confirmed

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has been handed his ban after being found guilty of intentional contact with the eye of Wales back-ro…

Ian Cameron

04 Dec 2025, 8:42

'It's common knowledge': Jacques Nienaber clarifies recent Bok remarks

Jacques Nienaber has moved to shut down speculation linking him with a return to the Springboks, insisting comments made in a rece…

Ian Cameron

01 Dec 2025, 10:47

Alex Mann won't face citing for part in Wales-South Africa incident

Wales back-row Alex Mann will not face any disciplinary action following his late altercation with Eben Etzebeth, despite attempts…

Ian Cameron

01 Dec 2025, 10:09

Springboks' most 'other worldly' win subject of new documentary

The least expected win of the Springboks era is now the focus of a new RugbyPass TV documentary.

Ian Cameron

01 Dec 2025, 9:55

French reports link Courtney Lawes with top flight club rugby return

Former England second-row Courtney Lawes could yet make a return to top-flight club rugby, according to rumours that are doing the…

Ian Cameron

01 Dec 2025, 7:05

Rieko Ioane could make Leinster debut as Lions giant returns

Leinster could hand Rieko Ioane his debut in this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup opener against Harlequins at the Aviva Stadiu…

Ian Cameron

01 Dec 2025, 6:25

'Absolutely devastating': Penarth RFC clubhouse burned to the ground

Penarth RFC have confirmed that their historic clubhouse has been destroyed in a fire, leaving one of Welsh rugby’s oldest commu…

Ian Cameron

01 Dec 2025, 2:33

New Zealand 7s beat Australia in tense final to complete Dubai SVNS double

New Zealand 7s claimed the men’s title at the Dubai SVNS, edging Australia 26-22 in a final that swung between brilliance and be…

Ian Cameron

30 Nov 2025, 8:49

New Zealand 7s punish Australia to bag women's final at Dubai SVNS

New Zealand Women's 7s ended Australia Women's 7s' long reign as queens of the Dubai SVNS, claiming their first title in the deser…

Ian Cameron

30 Nov 2025, 8:07

Nearly everyone is saying the same thing in wake of Eben Etzebeth red

Twenty-four hours after South Africa’s demolition of Wales in Cardiff, Eben Etzebeth’s late red card for a thumb to the eye of…

Ian Cameron

30 Nov 2025, 7:26

'Work to do': Antoine Dupont issues update after Toulouse cameo

France superstar Antoine Dupont offered a quietly optimistic update on Saturday night following a successful 30-minute cameo for T…

Ian Cameron

30 Nov 2025, 5:37

Johan Ackermann's Bulls suffer shock URC home loss

The Lions returned from the international break with a disciplined, high-tempo display to stun the Bulls 43-33 at Loftus Versfeld,…

Ian Cameron

30 Nov 2025, 3:21

The small world rankings 'but' as South Africa sign off in style

South Africa closed out their year with a 73-0 win over Wales in Cardiff, completing a second successive clean sweep on their end-…

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2025, 13:44

Bok boss Rassie Erasmus gives hot-take response on Etzebeth incident

South Africa’s record demolition of Wales ended under a cloud as Eben Etzebeth was sent off in the final seconds for a clear thu…

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2025, 10:56

Wales player ratings vs South Africa | Quilter Nations Series 2025

Wales player ratings: South Africa leaned on a bruising 7-1 bench and a late surge of forward power as they closed out their seaso…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2025, 9:10

Springboks explain who'll cover what on their 7-1 bench

South Africa have doubled down on their faith in the 7-1 split for Saturday’s Test against Wales, with assistant coach Mzwandile…

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2025, 3:34

England-qualified Hoskins Sotutu seals PREM switch - report

Gallagher PREM basement side Newcastle Red Bulls have signed Blues No.8 Hoskins Sotutu - who is set to arrive at Kingston Park on …

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2025, 3:05

Forgotten Bok returns for URC club 10 months after 'catastrophic' injury

Elrigh Louw will finally make his long-awaited return for the Vodacom Bulls this weekend, almost 10 months to the day since a cata…

Ian Cameron

27 Nov 2025, 8:35

RG Snyman drafted back into Leinster action with trip to URC strugglers

Leo Cullen has rolled out the changes for Leinster’s trip to Rodney Parade on Friday night with Springbok lock RG Snyman parachu…

Ian Cameron

27 Nov 2025, 7:29

Steve Tandy names ultra-raw 30-man Wales squad for Boks

Wales have confirmed a 30-player training squad for their final Quilter Nations Series fixture against South Africa on 29 November…

Ian Cameron

24 Nov 2025, 6:00

'Ridiculous': Concerns grow ahead of Wales-Springboks game

Wales’ date with the Springboks next weekend is starting to look like a mismatch of grim, almost comic proportions, with fears m…

Ian Cameron

24 Nov 2025, 4:27

Post-match scuffle between England and Los Pumas spills into tunnel

A fiery finish to England’s 27-23 win over Argentina boiled over after the final whistle as tempers flared between players from …

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2025, 10:57

The one unsettling caveat as South Africa 'completely' dominate Ireland

South Africa may have finally snapped their 13-year Dublin drought on Saturday night but head coach Rassie Erasmus isn’t pretend…

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2025, 8:41

Scotland player ratings vs Tonga | Quilter Nations Series 2025

Scotland player ratings: Gregor Townsend's side were on a mission to right the wrongs of their dire loss to Argentina and it would…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2025, 7:39

SA Rugby issue statement in wake of World Rugby awards results

South Africa Rugby have issued a statement following Malcolm Marx's win in the World Rugby Men's 15s Player of the Year award.

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2025, 7:10

All four Rugby World Cup seeding bands confirmed

World Rugby’s four pool-stage seeding bands for Rugby World Cup 2027 are now officially confirmed after this week's November Tes…

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2025, 3:54

Italy survive Condors scare as Chile turn up the heat in Genoa

Italy steadied themselves after a jittery third quarter to beat Chile 34-19 in Genoa but not before the Condors made the hosts swe…

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2025, 3:09

Rassie Erasmus addresses gestures made to crowd from coaches' box

Rassie Erasmus moved to play down suggestions that he was responding to Irish hecklers after appearing to aim a sarcastic thumbs u…

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2025, 2:34

'I won't repeat your word': Andy Farrell defends Ireland after defeat to Boks

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has defended his players after their “chaotic” 24-13 Quilter Nations Series defeat to South Af…

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2025, 13:52

Ireland player ratings vs South Africa | Quilter Nations Series 2025

Ireland faced off against South Africa in a bruising Quilter Nations Series encounter at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday evening.

Opinion

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2025, 11:35

Ulster re-call Stewart Moore after just 19 days on loan in PREM

Ulster have recalled centre Stewart Moore after just 19 days after he was released on loan to Gallagher PREM strugglers Newcastle …

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2025, 9:19

Big early news in Rugby World Cup pool seedings as sides swap bands

Significant Rugby World Cup seeding news has landed early this weekend with Georgia and Japan swapping banding places.

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2025, 7:50

Regan Grace to start for new PREM club against former side

Wales international Regan Grace will line up for Sale Sharks in the PREM Cup this weekend as he continues his prolonged attempt to…

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2025, 3:29

Bok lock update: Lood de Jager red card appeal dismissed

South Africa have been dealt a fresh blow in the second row after Lood de Jager failed in his attempt to overturn the red card tha…

Ian Cameron

20 Nov 2025, 8:55

Jacques Nienaber comments won't dampen rumour that won't go away

Jacques Nienaber has done little to cool speculation that he could return to the Springboks setup before the next Rugby World Cup,…

Ian Cameron

20 Nov 2025, 6:35

Belgium's Charles-Henri Berguet cops ban for ugly incident in qualifier

Belgium loosehead Charles-Henri Berguet has been hit with a four-match suspension after being sent off for a boot to the face of B…

Ian Cameron

17 Nov 2025, 9:18

Hurricanes CEO Avan Lee has resigned from the club

The Hurricanes have confirmed the resignation of long-serving chief executive Avan Lee, ending a tenure that began in June 2015.

Ian Cameron

17 Nov 2025, 7:50

Where to watch Samoa vs Belgium in final Rugby World Cup 2027 qualifier

Samoa and Belgium face a straight shoot-out this Tuesday, 18 November for the last remaining place at Rugby World Cup 2027 in Aust…

Ian Cameron

17 Nov 2025, 4:23

Eleven of twelve World Rugby Nations Cup teams confirmed

World Rugby has confirmed that preparations for the inaugural World Rugby Nations Cup are “advancing at pace”, with 11 of the …

Ian Cameron

17 Nov 2025, 1:00

The Rugby World Cup wound Scotland just inflicted on themselves

Scotland didn’t just blow a massive lead at Murrayfield; they may well have blown their shot at a top pool seeding for Rugby Wor…

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2025, 10:15

Argentina player ratings vs Scotland | Quilter Nations Series 2025

Argentina player ratings: One for the ages. Los Pumas came back from 21–0 down to steal a famous win, turning 40 minutes of slap…

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