World Rugby confirm refereeing panel for Women’s Rugby World Cup
World Rugby has confirmed the panel of 22 Emirates Match Officials appointed to the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.
Ian Cameron
15 May 2025, 4:00
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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.
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Leinster have confirmed that Caelan Doris will be sidelined for between four and six months following surgery on the injury he sus…
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12 May 2025, 7:35
Worcester to model themselves on Premiership's most sustainable club
Worcester will look to model themselves on Gloucester as they prepare for a return to professional rugby in the Championship next …
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12 May 2025, 6:32
Ospreys and Scarlets joint statement explains why they won't sign PRA25
The Ospreys and Scarlets have issued a joint statement in response to the Welsh Rugby Union’s acquisition of Cardiff Rugby, call…
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11 May 2025, 6:28
Overseas Lions XV: Four Scots, ten Englishmen and one Welshman make the cut
The 2025 British & Irish Lions squad has been named, with Andy Farrell unveiling a 38-man group set to tour Australia this summer.
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11 May 2025, 3:20
Leo Cullen 'completely, 100 per cent' understands Leinster fan frustration
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen concedes that he "understands" the frustration with his coaching regime a week on from his side's e…
Ian Cameron
11 May 2025, 2:00
Carlos Spencer makes shock switch with Irish club rugby role
In a move that has set the cat among the pigeons in Irish domestic rugby, AIL club Terenure College RFC have announced former New …
Ian Cameron
10 May 2025, 16:01
Leinster player ratings vs Zebre Parma | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men got back to the business of winning rugby matches after their Investec Champions Cup hea…
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10 May 2025, 12:59
Sharks fears mount over latest Eben Etzebeth injury
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth is set to undergo a scan after sustaining a leg injury during the Sharks’ 29–10 United Rugby Cham…
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10 May 2025, 11:00
TNT Sports agree new long-term Premiership deal for UK and Ireland
TNT Sports has agreed a new long-term deal with Premiership Rugby and Premiership Women’s Rugby that will see it continue as the…
Ian Cameron
10 May 2025, 8:54
Wales fly-half Sam Costelow to stay at Scarlets
Scarlets’ Wales international Sam Costelow has become the latest player to commit his future to the region after signing a new c…
Ian Cameron
09 May 2025, 13:10
Ronan O'Gara handed season ending ban in France
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O’Gara has been handed a five-week suspension by the French Rugby Federation’s (FFR) appeals comm…
Ian Cameron
09 May 2025, 12:24
Jordie Barrett starts as Leinster name 9 Lions for Zebre Parma
James Ryan returns from injury to take his place on the bench and Jordie Barrett is named in the starting XV as Leinster ring the …
Ian Cameron
09 May 2025, 6:55
An unlucky Lions XV that've missed the plane to Australia
As is tradition, the announcement of a British & Irish Lions squad is met with jubilation and heartbreak in equal measure.
Ian Cameron
08 May 2025, 10:04
Andy Farrell names his 2025 British & Irish Lions squad
Andy Farrell has named a 38-man British & Irish Lions squad for this summer’s tour to Australia, unveiling the group at a li…
Ian Cameron
08 May 2025, 8:25
Lions flanker Ruhan Straeuli suffers career ending injury
Lions loose forward Ruhan Straeuli has announced his retirement from rugby at the age of 26 after suffering a career-ending neck i…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2025, 9:26
Zebre Parma lock in Italy U20s star Francesco Ruffolo
Zebre Parma have confirmed the signing of second row Francesco Ruffolo ahead of the 2025/26 season.
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05 May 2025, 9:07
5 Leinster players whose Lions stock dropped after Champions Cup exit
Leinster’s 37–34 loss to Northampton in the Investec Champions Cup semi-final didn’t just end their European campaign — it…
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05 May 2025, 7:13
'It's time for a change': Leinster fans turn on Leo Cullen in wake of loss
Leinster’s fanbase has turned sharply on long-serving head coach Leo Cullen following the province’s latest Investec Champions…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2025, 5:41
Bordeaux player ratings vs Toulouse | 2025 Investec Champions Cup SF
Bordeaux player ratings: Bordeaux-Begles stormed into their first-ever Investec Champions Cup final with a thumping 35-18 win over…
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Ian Cameron
04 May 2025, 13:57
Same criticism rings out over Sam Prendergast as one debate put to bed
Leinster’s Champions Cup dream died in dramatic fashion at the Aviva Stadium, but much of the online reaction has centred on one…
Ian Cameron
04 May 2025, 5:21
Leo Cullen defends his position after Leinster's Champions Cup exit
Leo Cullen has insisted he remains the right man to lead Leinster despite their third consecutive Investec Champions Cup semi-fina…
Ian Cameron
03 May 2025, 16:35
Northampton Saints player ratings vs Leinster | 2025 Investec Champions Cup SF
Northampton player ratings: Saints booked their place in the Investec Champions Cup final with a thrilling 37–34 win over Leinst…
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03 May 2025, 13:55
Leinster player ratings vs Northampton | 2025 Investec Champions Cup SF
Leinster player ratings: An error-strewn Leinster will be left to lick their wounds after exiting Europe with a 37-34 def…
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03 May 2025, 13:30
'It's ridiculous': Siya Kolisi shocked by size of Junior Springboks players
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he was shocked by the size of some the Junior Springboks after a visit to a training session on…
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03 May 2025, 9:01
Cardiff fly-half Tinus de Beer leaves Welsh capital for URC rivals
Dragons RFC have confirmed the signing of fly-half Tinus de Beer from Cardiff Rugby ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Ian Cameron
03 May 2025, 6:38
Exeter Chiefs statement: Rob Hunter
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the sacking of head coach Rob Hunter following their record Gallagher Premiership loss to Gloucester.
Ian Cameron
02 May 2025, 11:46
Leinster make 3 changes, bench Jordie Barrett for Northampton
Leinster have made three changes to their starting XV for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton Saint…
Ian Cameron
02 May 2025, 7:40
'Not bulletproof': Leinster's potentially fatal Champions Cup flaw exposed
Premier Sports analyst Ross Hamilton believes that favourites Leinster are by no means "bulletproof" heading into their Investec C…
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02 May 2025, 5:55
Red card tackle 'categorically would not have happened' but for teammate
Newcastle Falcons full-back Louis Brown has copped a three-match suspension following his red card for a dangerous tackle in the G…
Ian Cameron
01 May 2025, 12:14
Fin Smith on Leinster, Henry Pollock and his Lions 1-on-1 with Sam Prendergast
Northampton Saints will return to the Aviva Stadium this Saturday to face Leinster in the Investec Champions Cup semi-final – a …
Ian Cameron
01 May 2025, 8:22
Ex-Kenya Sevens star Humphrey Kayange lands significant Olympic role
Former Kenya Sevens captain Humphrey Kayange has been appointed Chair of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Coordination Co…
Ian Cameron
01 May 2025, 7:44
Taha Kemara reveals club future just hours after season-ending injury confirmed
Crusaders playmaker Taha Kemara has re-signed with the club until the end of 2028, just hours after it was confirmed he will miss …
Ian Cameron
01 May 2025, 5:53
Referees for British & Irish Lions series and July Tests confirmed
World Rugby has announced its match official appointments for the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia and the July internati…
Ian Cameron
01 May 2025, 4:04
Leinster issue RG Snyman, James Ryan updates as young lock's season ended
Leinster have issued a squad update ahead of Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton Saints at Aviva St…
Ian Cameron
28 Apr 2025, 7:59
EPCR follow Six Nations suit with fan-friendly TMO shift
Fans attending this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup semi-finals will be able to hear real-time referee and TMO discussions over…
Ian Cameron
28 Apr 2025, 7:01
Rumoured comment by Welsh Exeter player 'fueled' Gloucester thumping
Gloucester’s record-breaking 79-17 demolition of Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm was fuelled by a rumoured comment from within the vi…
Ian Cameron
27 Apr 2025, 12:29
Gloucester player ratings vs Exeter | 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership
Gloucester player ratings: George Skivington's men delivered one of their most dominant performances in recent memory, thrashing E…
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27 Apr 2025, 12:00
Christian Wade told to drop rugby union habit 'not advisable in rugby league'
Christian Wade’s sensational switch to rugby league side Wigan Warriors has already sparked some light-hearted advice from a fam…
Ian Cameron
27 Apr 2025, 11:09
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok to replace Wallaby as new club revealed
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok is set to join the growing list of South Africans heading to Japan.
Ian Cameron
27 Apr 2025, 7:19
Scarlets player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Scarlets player ratings: Jamie Heaslip claimed Scarlets would need a miracle to beat Leinster on RTE's coverage before the game bu…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
26 Apr 2025, 13:40
Leinster player ratings vs Scarlets | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men fell only their second loss of the season, but they can have no complaints with this 35-…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
26 Apr 2025, 13:20
'Bath are the new Saracens' claims banned Premiership DoR
Newcastle Falcons boss Steve Diamond has claimed Bath are the “new Saracens” as his side prepares to visit the Gallagher Premi…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 7:08
Werner Kok returns to face former team as Ulster welcome back Ireland star
Werner Kok is set to face his former side for the first time in Ulster colours after being named on the wing for Saturday’s Unit…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 6:54
URC statement: Munster-Bulls error and 'entirely untrue' Piardi rumours
The United Rugby Championship (URC) have issued a detailed statement addressing the officiating error during Munster’s Round 15 …
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 5:59
Sharks roll out another bruising, Bok-heavy side for Ulster
The Sharks have named a powerful, largely unchanged side to take on Ulster in Belfast on Saturday night as they look to round off …
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 5:17
Dragons issue statement on Dan Lydiate's future at the club
Wales veteran and Dragons RFC back-rower Dan Lydiate will retire from professional rugby at the end of the current season - the cl…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 4:15
Edinburgh sign ‘highly rated’ Leicester Tigers prop James Whitcombe
Edinburgh Rugby today announced the signing of highly-rated Scottish qualified loosehead prop James Whitcombe from Leicester Tiger…
Ian Cameron
24 Apr 2025, 9:17
Bath reveal further extent of Ollie Lawrence injury and it's not good
Bath have confirmed that England centre Ollie Lawrence will miss the start of next season following on from his recent surgery on …
Ian Cameron
24 Apr 2025, 9:03
DRC-born Tshituka brothers cleared for Springboks call-up
Vincent and Emmanuel Tshituka have been cleared for Springbok selection after reportedly receiving their South African identity ca…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2025, 7:57
Ulster boss Richie Murphy levels accusation at Leinster after heavy loss
Ulster head coach Richie Murphy has questioned the legality of Leinster’s approach at the breakdown following his side’s 41–…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2025, 6:26
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Bristol | 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Michael Cheika's Tigers earned a precious 5 points on the road with a gutsy 36-19 win over Bristo…
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20 Apr 2025, 11:18
Ulster player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Ulster player ratings: Ulster started brightly but faded after the opening 20 minutes as Leinster took control of this URC contest…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 15:45
Leinster player ratings vs Ulster | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: The men in blue took their time but they eventually found thier rhythm to dispatch Ulster 41-17 on a damp…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 15:38
Former England star leads Benetton to huge URC result over Lions
Benetton boosted their United Rugby Championship play-off aspirations with a 42-31 bonus-point win over the Lions in Johannesburg.
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 9:09
Eben Etzebeth and Sam Skinner clash off-field as they're sent off
Eben Etzebeth and Sam Skinner were at the centre of a heated exchange that threatened to eclipse the action on the pitch during Fr…
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 8:56
Christian Wade makes shock switch to Wigan Warriors
Gloucester winger Christian Wade has sensationally signed for rugby league's Wigan Warriors on a short-term deal.
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2025, 9:12
England star Cadan Murley returns as Harlequins make 4 changes for Sale
Harlequins have recalled winger Cadan Murley as part of four changes in total for Saturday's Premiership meeting with Sale Sharks …
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2025, 7:53
Ciaran Frawley starts at 10 as Leinster name mini-Bomb Squad bench
Leinster have selected Ciaran Frawley at fly-half and loaded their bench with senior internationals for Saturday’s United Rugby …
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2025, 7:11
Eben Etzebeth leads Sharks side featuring 12 Boks against Edinburgh
Eben Etzebeth will captain a Springbok-loaded Hollywoodbets Sharks XV when they visit Edinburgh in a Round 15 Vodacom United Ru…
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2025, 13:33
Two banned but Castres player's hit on Wallaby thrown out
The EPCR has confirmed disciplinary outcomes from the weekend’s European quarter-finals, with two players suspended and a citing…
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2025, 13:06
Rugby Sevens' stadium for the LA Olympic in 2028 confirmed
After it's star turn in Paris last year, Rugby Sevens has been officially confirmed for Carson Stadium at the LA28 Olympic Games.
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2025, 5:57
Johnny Sexton gets British & Irish Lions call and new Ireland role
The British & Irish Lions have confirmed that former Ireland captain Johnny Sexton will join Andy Farrell’s coaching team a…
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2025, 4:13
France international among 3 new signing for Clermont
Clermont Auvergne have confirmed three new signings for the 2025-26 season, headlined by France international flanker Selevasio To…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 13:13
Leinster issue significant updates on Jack Conan and Ryan Baird
Injuries concerns around both Jack Conan and Ryan Baird has eased following Leinster's emphatic Investec Champions Cup quarter-fin…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 11:36
Etzebeth rumours rubbished as Bok returns in 28-man Sharks touring squad
Eben Etzebeth has been named in the Hollywoodbets Sharks’ 28-man squad for their upcoming United Rugby Championship (VURC) match…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 9:11
French rugby bigwig replaces Bill Sweeney as RFU rep on EPCR board
CEO of the French Rugby Federation (FFR) Jérémie Lecha has been appointed to the Board of European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 8:31
Bath player ratings vs Gloucester | 2025 Challenge Cup QF
Bath surged into the EPCR Challenge Cup semi-finals with a 61-26 demolition of Gloucester at the Rec, notching nine tries in an at…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 5:51
Brumbies move to secure fly-half amid Noah Lolesio exit plans
The ACT Brumbies have moved to shore up their options at fly-half with Declan Meredith signing a new two-year deal that will keep …
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 5:06
Champions Cup and Challenge Cup teams and fixtures confirmed
The semi-final line-ups for the 2025 Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup have been confirmed after a weekend of high-sco…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 3:41
Toulouse survive Champions Cup scare as last-gasp penalty seals win over Toulon
Toulouse edged a tense Investec Champions Cup quarter-final with a 21–18 victory over Toulon at Stade Mayol, booking a last-four…
Ian Cameron
13 Apr 2025, 11:13
Rugby fans level same reproach at Henry Pollock following Castres game
Northampton Saints flanker Henry Pollock has drawn a mixed response from supporters following his performance in Northampton Saint…
Ian Cameron
13 Apr 2025, 10:47
Owen Farrell showcases good and bad in Lions audition in front of dad Andy
Owen Farrell gave British & Irish Lions head coach – and father – Andy Farrell plenty to ponder as he delivered a composed cam…
Ian Cameron
13 Apr 2025, 7:57
Northampton Saints player ratings vs Castres | 2025 Investec Champions Cup
Northampton Saints player ratings: Phil Dowson's side booked a Champions Cup semi-final with Leinster after seeing off an ill-disc…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2025, 13:48
Munster player ratings vs Bordeaux | 2025 Investec Champions Cup QF
Munster player ratings: A game too far? After their mighty effort to take down La Rochelle last week, Munster resembled a side run…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2025, 11:10
Glasgow's honest take on Sam Prendergast: 'I think they make it easy for him'
Leinster stormed into the semi-finals of the Champions Cup with a ruthless 52-0 dismantling of Glasgow Warriors at the Aviva Stadi…
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2025, 4:56
Glasgow boss Franco Smith: Leinster 'maybe better than Ireland'
Glasgow Warriors head coach Franco Smith cut a fairly a sanguine figure following his side's heavy defeat to Leinster in their Cha…
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2025, 3:59
Glasgow the latest victims of a Leinster Champions Cup beatdown in Dublin
Leinster advanced to the semi-finals of the Investec Champions Cup with a dominant 52-0 victory over Glasgow Warriors in Dublin, w…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2025, 16:43
Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Leinster | 2025 Investec Champions Cup QF
Glasgow Warriors players ratings: Franco Smith's side just didn't have an answer to the gulf in class between his side and Leinste…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2025, 16:01
Leinster player ratings vs Glasgow | 2025 Investec Champions Cup QF
Leinster player ratings: Another week, another team flattened by the Leinster steamroller. At times, this 52-0 Champions Cup quart…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2025, 15:50
Gareth Anscombe returns as Gloucester makes 7 changes for Bath
Gareth Anscombe returns to the Gloucester starting line-up as one of seven personnel changes for Sunday’s Challenge Cup quarter-…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2025, 9:44
Alex Nankivell 1 of 2 changes as Munster name team for Bordeaux
Alex Nankivell has been named in the Munster starting XV for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final against Bordeaux-B…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2025, 7:36
Ben Healy one of 3 fly-halves locked down by Edinburgh in one swoop
Edinburgh have acted decisively to shore up depth at fly-half, revealing contract deals for three stand-offs in the space of three…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2025, 9:09
Jordie Barrett starts as Leinster make 6 changes for Glasgow Warriors
Leinster have named their team to face Glasgow Warriors in Friday night’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final at the Aviva Stad…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2025, 7:38
Munster boost as Alex Nankivell 'free to play' Bordeaux
Munster centre Alex Nankivell has been cleared to play this weekend after winning an appeal against the red card he received durin…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2025, 7:08
Munster confirm exit of Niall O'Donovan after 28 years
Munster Rugby have confirmed that long-serving Team Manager Niall O’Donovan will leave the province at the end of the current se…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2025, 6:17
Matt Philip returns to Australia for shot at Lions and Rugby World Cup
Matt Philip has signed with the NSW Waratahs on a two-year deal, returning to Australia at the end of the Japanese season.
Ian Cameron
07 Apr 2025, 12:00
Picking an in-form British & Irish Lions XV 1 month out from squad reveal
A month out from the British & Irish Lions squad reveal and the selection subplot continues to simmer as both domestic and Europea…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
07 Apr 2025, 10:17
Leinster lose James Ryan but another Ireland star back in mix
Leinster lock James Ryan is ruled out after sustaining a calf injury in training, with no further updates on Jordan Larmour, Paddy…
Ian Cameron
07 Apr 2025, 7:43
EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final draw confirmed
The EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final draw has been confirmed, with four captivating match-ups await on 12 and 13 April.
Ian Cameron
07 Apr 2025, 6:38
Toulouse player ratings vs Sale Sharks | 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup
Toulouse player ratings: The red and blacks rode out a spirited challenge from Sale Sharks to book their place in the Champions Cu…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
06 Apr 2025, 12:02
Freak airborne accident in stadium sees Toulouse vs Sale Sharks hung up
Sunday’s Champions Cup Round of 16 clash between Toulouse and Sale Sharks was momentarily up in the air – quite literally – …
Ian Cameron
06 Apr 2025, 9:27
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Glasgow | 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup
Leicester Tigers player ratings: After a bruising encounter at Scotstoun, Leicester Tigers fell to the Glasgow Warriors 43-19 in a…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2025, 16:48
Munster player ratings vs La Rochelle | 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup
Munster player ratings: Munster’s pulsating 25-24 victory over La Rochelle at Stade Marcel-Deflandre had it all: yellow cards, c…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2025, 15:01
The brutal barbs levelled at Danny Wilson and Harlequins amid Dublin 'humiliation'
Fans have let rip on social media in light of Harlequins' thrashing at the hands of Leinster in their 62-0 Investec Champions Cups…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2025, 12:14
Harlequins player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup
Harlequins player ratings: It would be easy to assume Harlequins played dreadfully in this 62-0 thrashing in Croke Park, but it wa…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2025, 11:24
Leinster player ratings vs Harlequins | 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup
Leinster player ratings: After a slow start, Leinster simply blew Harlequins away at Croke Park, recording a frankly embarrassing …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2025, 11:00
Sharks swing axe on Boks in much-changed Challenge Cup team for Lyon
The Hollywoodbets Sharks have reacted decisively to their recent United Rugby Championship setback, making wholesale changes for S…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2025, 8:06
Baby Bok flyer returns as Munster face Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle
Thaakir Abrahams will make his first appearance since December as Munster travel to face Ronan O’Gara’s La Rochelle in the Rou…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 12:46
Rodrigo Isgró cops ban despite coming off second best in botched tackle
Rodrigo Isgró has been handed a suspension for a dangerous tackle attempt on Bath wing Joe Cokanasiga, following an independent d…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 12:28
Challenge Cup finalists Gloucester 'rest' Wales star for Montpellier
Gloucester have opted to rest Wales scrum-half Tomos Williams for Saturday’s Challenge Cup Round of 16 clash against Montpellier…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 10:53
Cunningham-South moved, start for Wales legend among 6 Harlequins changes
Alex Dombrandt returns to captain Harlequins as they prepare to face Leinster in the Round of 16 of the Investec Champions Cup at …
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 8:20
RG Snyman gets rare European start as Leinster name 23 for Harlequins
Leinster have named their team to face Harlequins in Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup Round of 16 clash at Croke Park, with Spr…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 8:04
Italy rookie Tommaso Di Bartolomeo pens new Zebre Parma deal
Zebre Parma have announced that Italy hooker Tommaso Di Bartolomeo has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the club …
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 7:37
Israel Folau to make rugby return amid Lions snubbing
Israel Folau will make his first appearance in nearly three months this weekend when he lines up for Urayasu D-Rocks against Yokoh…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 6:22
Bulls star Willie le Roux makes U-turn on club future
Willie le Roux has performed a surprise U-turn and will now remain with the Bulls beyond the current season - the United Rugby Cha…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 5:49
Harlequins sign 132kg England prop Harry Williams
Harlequins have confirmed the signing of tighthead prop Harry Williams ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2025, 10:11
Fin Smith 1 of 3 Champions Cup changes for Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints have confirmed that Temo Mayanavanua, Juarno Augustus and Fin Smith will return to the starting line-up for Fri…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2025, 9:47
'Real leader' Taine Plumtree confirms Welsh club future
Scarlets have received a significant boost ahead of the season’s run-in with the news that Wales back-rower Taine Plumtree has c…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2025, 9:31
Dragons sign 4-cap Wales international Thomas Young
Dragons RFC have confirmed the signing of Wales international back row forward Thomas Young, who will join the Men of Gwent from C…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2025, 5:02
Waratahs address dropping Taniela Tupou from starting team
The Waratahs have opted to shift Wallabies tighthead prop Taniela Tupou to the bench for their Round 8 Super Rugby Pacific clash a…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2025, 4:29
Record-breaking scrumhalf George Horne to stay in Scotland
Glasgow Warriors scrum-half George Horne has signed a new deal that will see him stay with the Scottish URC side for "the foreseea…
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2025, 11:54
Leinster issue update on Ronan Kelleher ahead of Harlequins
Leinster have confirmed that they are continuing to monitor Ireland hooker Ronan Kelleher ahead of their Investec Champions Cup Ro…
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2025, 8:18
Finn Russell apologises for role in incident that broke female rugby fan's wrist
Finn Russell has been quick to extend his apologies to a Bath supporter who ended up with a broken wrist during last week’s Gall…
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2025, 5:48
'Dan didn't sugarcoat it' - Waratahs read riot act after drubbing
In the wake of a humbling 57-12 defeat to the Hurricanes in Wellington, NSW Waratahs lock Ben Grant offered a frank assessment of …
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2025, 4:31
Saracens player ratings vs Leicester Tigers | 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership
Saracens player ratings: Mark McCall's Sarries' 29-22 triumph at Mattioli Woods Welford Road was a testament to their lightning-fa…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2025, 12:21
Sharks player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Sharks player ratings: A single try from Bongi Mbonambi wasn’t enough to reel in a streetwise Leinster side that used every tric…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2025, 16:16
Leinster player ratings vs Sharks | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: A Leinster side that would be accurately described as a B team have beaten the Springbok-laden Sharks 10-…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2025, 14:27
Rookie Wallabies star a doubt for Lions series
Waratahs speedster Max Jorgensen faces an anxious wait on the results of his ankle scans after suffering a nasty looking injury ag…
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2025, 9:17
What Newcastle 'can’t legislate for' as they face fellow basement dwellers
Newcastle Falcons DoR Steve Diamond says basic errors are undermining his side’s progress as they prepare for a key Gallagher Pr…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2025, 10:24
Leinster roll out 6'10, 138kg giant against Sharks but 2 superstars missing
Leinster have left Jordie Barrett and RG Snyman out of their matchday 23 for Saturday’s clash with the Hollywoodbets Sharks in D…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2025, 9:26
Rugby Canada confirm venue for 2 Tests against European opposition
Canada’s Men’s Rugby Team will host two international matches at Clarke Stadium in Edmonton this July.
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2025, 6:06
Waratahs' Teddy Wilson: 'I had to choose between boxing and rugby'
After turning his back on a promising amateur career in boxing, rookie Waratahs scrumhalf Teddy Wilson is hoping to transfer the m…
Ian Cameron
24 Mar 2025, 5:15
Bulls' Jake White: 'It’s stupid things, stupid - unbelievably stupid'
Bulls head coach Jake White believes his side have got to get smarter despite their heroic 21-20 URC win over a heretofore unbeate…
Ian Cameron
23 Mar 2025, 7:31
Owen Farrell set to return for an increasingly desperate Racing 92
Owen Farrell has been named in Racing 92’s squad for their crucial Top 14 trip to Clermont on Saturday, with head coach Patrice …
Ian Cameron
21 Mar 2025, 11:21
One cap ex-Scotland and Wasps halfback Ben Vellacott decides future
Edinburgh halfback Ben Vellacott has signed a new two-year deal that will keep him at the club until at least 2027.
Ian Cameron
20 Mar 2025, 11:25
Rassie Erasmus explains so-called Willie Le Roux Bok selection snub
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has opened up on why veteran fullback Willie Le Roux missed out on earning his 100th Test cap …
Ian Cameron
17 Mar 2025, 9:55
Italy player ratings vs Ireland | 2025 Six Nations
Italy player ratings: A brave and ambitious performance from Italy, who made Ireland work extremely hard for a 22-17 win at the S…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Mar 2025, 11:52
Ireland player ratings vs Italy | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Ireland made it hard on themselves, securing a narrow 22-17 win over Italy in Rome that ended their Guinne…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Mar 2025, 11:21
Juan Ignacio Brex: Italy have 'suffered a lot' but they know what to fix
Italy centre Juan Ignacio Brex says that the Azzurri know what they need to fix if they are to improve their results in the Guinne…
Ian Cameron
15 Mar 2025, 3:50
Hong Kong Sevens to break attendance record in new stadium
The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens 2025 is on track to sell the most tickets in the tournament’s near half-century history.
Ian Cameron
13 Mar 2025, 6:32
The 'pin drop moment' Shaun Edwards was introduced to Wales
Alun Wyn Jones has revealed how a single declaration from Shaun Edwards caused what he calls a “pin-drop moment” during Wales…
Ian Cameron
10 Mar 2025, 10:38
Italy player ratings vs England | 2025 Six Nations
Italy player ratings: England versus Italy games have always been tough affairs for the Azzurrri, and this 47-24 thumping was no d…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
09 Mar 2025, 11:56
Portugal and Kenya claim Challenger Series wins in Cape Town
Portugal and Kenya were crowned men's and women's champions at the second round of the World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2025 in …
Ian Cameron
09 Mar 2025, 7:57
Current and ex-Ireland stars leap to Sam Prendergast's defence after French flop
Caelan Doris and Rob Kearney have leapt to Sam Prendergast’s defence following Ireland’s disappointing loss to France.
Ian Cameron
09 Mar 2025, 4:00
Many Ireland fans have the same complaint about Sam Prendergast
Sam Prendergast has been well and truly been cast as the fall guy following Ireland's heavy, Grand Slam destroying loss to France …
Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2025, 11:21
Ireland player ratings vs France | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Ireland's Six Nations Grand Slam hopes have well and truly been Le Crunched by France, who were deserved 4…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2025, 10:18
Ireland and France to contest new cup from 2026 onwards
Ireland and France will contest a new cup during the Guinness Six Nations, the French embassy in Dublin have revealed.
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2025, 13:00
Saracens' Bok scrumhalf Ivan van Zyl decides future
Saracens have confirmed that South African scrum-half Ivan van Zyl has signed a new three-year contract, extending his stay at Sto…
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2025, 9:03
Union behind the Stormers set to exit administration
The executive council of the South African Rugby Union (SARU) has advised the administrator of the Western Province Rugby Football…
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2025, 8:30
Exeter Chiefs confirm Marcus Street exit from club
Exeter Chiefs tighthead prop Marcus Street has agreed a move to Saracens for the 2025/26 season - as first reported by RugbyPass.
Ian Cameron
03 Mar 2025, 10:37
Sam Prendergast leading race for Lions 10 jersey claims recent tour captain
Former tour captain Sam Warburton is backing Sam Prendergast as the British & Irish Lions’ next starting stand-off.
Ian Cameron
03 Mar 2025, 6:27
Ex-Wales star George North scores his first Pro D2 try for new club
George North has finally opened his try-scoring account for Aix-en-Provence in the Pro D2, crossing the whitewash in Round 22 agai…
Ian Cameron
02 Mar 2025, 8:31
Ronan O'Gara makes damning accusation after 'dark day for rugby'
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O’Gara delivered a scathing assessment of events at Stade Français this weekend, accusing a Stade …
Ian Cameron
02 Mar 2025, 6:24
Bok star Handre Pollard's Bulls return confirmed
Springbok flyhalf Handré Pollard is set to rejoin the Vodacom Bulls on a two-year deal beginning July 1.
Ian Cameron
01 Mar 2025, 5:37
Benetton part ways with head coach Marco Bortolami
Benetton Rugby and head coach Marco Bortolami have confirmed they will part ways at the conclusion of the current season.
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2025, 8:19
Italy player ratings vs France | 2025 Six Nations
Italy player ratings: Despite a couple of bright individual performances, Italy were overrun by France’s unplayable blend of pow…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
23 Feb 2025, 10:52
England A punish an injury ravaged Ireland A side in Bristol
England A built on the momentum from the senior side’s Calcutta Cup triumph by securing a 28-12 victory over Ireland A in wet co…
Ian Cameron
23 Feb 2025, 9:49
Ireland A player ratings vs England A | 2025
Ireland A player ratings: The fact that Ireland A were disrupted by multiple injuries in this 28-12 defeat won't paper over the f…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
23 Feb 2025, 9:03
The England tactic enraging rugby fans online after Scotland match
England’s 16-15 victory over Scotland in the Calcutta Cup has failed to appease a sizeable portion of rugby fans, who took to so…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 12:51
Wales fans all asking same question after performance against Ireland
Ireland survived a serious scare on Saturday, securing the Triple Crown in Cardiff with a 27-18 victory over a rejuvenated Wales s…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 11:17
Ireland player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Unbackable favourites Ireland were well and truly humbled, even if they ultimately did scrape and scrap to…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 10:15
Ex-Ireland great blasts 'arrogant' Ireland claim in 49-word post
Former Ireland flanker turned pundit Stephen Ferris has poured cold water on recent suggestions from sections of the rugby media t…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 8:06
Shock plot to stage NRL's biggest spectacle in rugby union stronghold
One of Australia’s greatest sporting spectacles could soon cross the Tasman. A group led by former Queensland coach Sir Graham L…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2025, 11:32
New and improved World Rugby Laws app released
World Rugby has announced the release of its updated 2025 law book and a significantly enhanced version of the World Rugby Laws of…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2025, 10:20
Ireland ring changes for Six Nations clash with Wales
Ireland head coach Simon Easterby has rung the changes as he named his team to face Wales in Round 3 of the Guinness Men's Six Nat…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2025, 3:21
Saracens move for 130kg Samoan international Tietie Tuimauga
Saracens are set to sign 31-year-old Samoan international prop Tietie Tuimauga who will join the Gallagher Premiership club upon c…
Ian Cameron
16 Feb 2025, 10:43
Munster player ratings vs Scarlets | 2024/25 URC
Munster player ratings: After a frankly poor showing in the first forty minutes, the Munster thumped the Scarlets 29-8 in a scrapp…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2025, 13:12
Ex-Ireland 10 Joey Carbery heavily implies he'd play for Six Nations rivals
Former Ireland fly-half Joery Carbery has revealed he is open to representing England, having gone more than three years without a…
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2025, 12:42
Ireland second-row Tadhg Beirne to stay with Munster
Tadhg Beirne has signed a new two-year contract extension with the IRFU and Munster - keeping the Ireland forward at the province …
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2025, 4:25
Louis Rees-Zammit breaks silence on immediate future in on-air interview
Louis Rees-Zammit has opened up about his next steps in a on-air interview with ITV, suggesting a decision on his immediate future…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2025, 10:35
Scarlets talent Carwyn Tuipulotu makes immediate exit from Welsh rugby
Welsh URC region Scarlets have confirmed that back-row talent Carwyn Tuipulotu will leave the club to move to France.
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2025, 9:28
What rugby fans are saying about England's Marcus Smith at fullback
Rugby fans have been left well and truly polarised by England’s Marcus Smith and his at fullback in their Round 2 Guinness Six N…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2025, 6:48
Darcy Graham taken to hospital after freak friendly-fire collision with Finn Russell
Scotland’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Ireland at Murrayfield was overshadowed by a concerning incident involving Darcy Grah…
Ian Cameron
09 Feb 2025, 11:35
Ireland player ratings vs Scotland | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Scotland certainly put it up to Ireland in a chaotic 32-18 scrap in Murrayfield, but the men in green show…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
09 Feb 2025, 10:59
Rugby fans and ex-Test stand-offs unite over Eddie Jones punditry
Eddie Jones’ return to the Six Nations spotlight as an ITV pundit for England’s clash with France drew fairly unanimous negati…
Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2025, 14:10
Italy player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Six Nations
Was this a coming-of-age moment for the Azzurri? The Italians took to the field with hopes higher than the Leaning Tower of Pisa a…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2025, 10:05
FIR issue statement on immediate future of Zebre Parma
The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) have revealed that it will retain 100 per cent control of the Zebre Parma franchise - for now a…
Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2025, 7:23
Four teams could qualify for Rugby World Cup 2027 this weekend
Four teams stand just one win away from securing direct qualification for Rugby World Cup 2027, with the semi-finalists of this ye…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2025, 11:35
Ronan O'Gara responds to newspaper reports linking him to Wallabies job
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O’Gara has responded to reports in the Sydney Morning Herald suggesting he’s thrown his hat into …
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2025, 9:16
International hooker Elliot Dee to stay in Wales
Wales international hooker Elliot Dee has put pen to paper on a new 'long-term' deal that will see him stay at Dragons RFC.
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2025, 4:34
Edinburgh confirm Jamie Ritchie exit and his new club
Former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie will leave Edinburgh Rugby to sign for Perpignan it has been confirmed this morning.
Ian Cameron
06 Feb 2025, 5:14
Taine Plumtree called up as Wales lose star to facial injury
Scarlets back-row Taine Plumtree has been drafted into Wales’ senior squad, with Aaron Wainwright recuperating from the facial i…
Ian Cameron
03 Feb 2025, 4:11
New London-based rugby advisory business opens doors
Former World Rugby, Six Nations and Premiership Rugby executives have joined forces to establish We Know Rugby - a London-based ag…
Ian Cameron
03 Feb 2025, 2:00
Simon Easterby on what Ireland fixed in the second half against England
Simon Easterby praised Ireland's composure after they battled back from a half-time deficit to beat England 27-22 in Dublin.
Ian Cameron
02 Feb 2025, 6:10
Many England fans echoing the same gripe following Six Nations loss
England’s Six Nations campaign began with a stinging 27-22 defeat to reigning champions Ireland in Dublin, heaping pressure on h…
Ian Cameron
02 Feb 2025, 5:15
Ireland player ratings vs England | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Simon Easterby's Ireland were the second-best side in the first forty, but a strong final 30 minutes for t…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2025, 12:45
Saracens sign Eoghan Clarke from Munster
Saracens have confirmed the signing of hooker Eoghan Clarke from Irish URC side Munster.
Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2025, 10:09
France player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Six Nations
France player ratings: Fabien Galthie's France made a strong start to their Six Nations campaign, dispatching Wales at the Stade d…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2025, 16:08
Stuart Lancaster has left Racing 92 effective immediately
Stuart Lancaster has left his position as head coach of Racing 92 with immediate effect following a difficult run of form - it is …
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2025, 4:47
Scotland call up 5 players including Pro D2 club back-rower
Scotland have bolstered their squad with the addition of five players, including Pro D2 standout Alexander Masibaka.
Ian Cameron
27 Jan 2025, 5:17
Warren Gatland calls up Ben Warren to his Six Nations squad
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has called up Ospreys prop Ben Warren into his Guinness Six Nations squad.
Ian Cameron
27 Jan 2025, 4:34
Italy's Lorenzo Pani undergoes surgery following training injury
Italy and Zebre Parma wing Lorenzo Pani has undergone surgery following a fracture suffered in training.
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 11:16
Owen Farrell panned in French media for latest Racing 92 performance
Owen Farrell has come under heavy criticism in the French media following Racing 92’s 27-20 home defeat to Castres at the La Dé…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 10:30
Stormers reveal why Ben Loader is returning to England
Director of Rugby John Dobson has addressed speculation surrounding the departure of English wing Ben Loader, explaining why the f…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 9:46
'One of the vilest acts' - Springbok in spotlight over URC incident
Springboks wing Makazole Mapimpi has been accused of eye gouging during the Sharks’ 42-22 victory over Cardiff in the United Rug…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 8:59
Warren Gatland quietly axes coach on eve of Six Nations
Warren Gatland has made a significant change to his coaching staff just days before the 2025 Six Nations kicks off, with attack co…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 8:12
Deon Fourie accuses Leinster of unsportsmanslike conduct
Stormers captain Deon Fourie has accused Leinster of a lack of sportsmanship for their antics against his side in their URC clash …
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2025, 15:32
Stormers player ratings vs Leinster | URC 2024/25
Stormers player ratings: A night to forget for the South African outfit, who were less Storm Eowyn and more blow-out in their 36-1…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2025, 13:17
Leinster player ratings vs Stormers | URC 2024/25
Leinster player ratings: Leinster secured a workmanlike 36-12 victory over the Stormers in a scrappy URC contest at the Aviva Stad…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2025, 12:54
Dan Sheehan returns for Leinster ahead of Ireland squad call-up
Dan Sheehan will captain Leinster on his first appearance of the season against the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship (URC…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2025, 9:57
EPCR confirm Round-of-16 ties in both Challenge and Champions Cup
Following the final weekend of pool games, the EPCR has confirmed the Round-of-16 fixtures for the Investec Champions Cup and the …
Ian Cameron
20 Jan 2025, 7:56
Scotland change captain as Sione Tuipulotu one of 2 ruled out of Six Nations
In a major blow to their Six Nations campaign, Scotland have confirmed that both Sione Tuipulotu and Scott Cummings have been rule…
Ian Cameron
20 Jan 2025, 6:10
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Toulouse | Investec Champions Cup
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Michael Cheika's side suffered a crushing 80-12 defeat to defending Investec Champions Cup champi…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
19 Jan 2025, 13:22
Saracens player ratings vs Castres | Investec Champions Cup
Saracens player ratings: A dark day for former European heavyweights Saracens, who fell to an embarrassing 32-24 home defeat to an…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
19 Jan 2025, 11:57
Damian Penaud scores double-hattrick as Bordeaux deep fry Sharks
Union Bordeaux-Bègles delivered a dominant performance to crush the Sharks 66-12 at Chaban-Delmas to secure top spot in their Cha…
Ian Cameron
19 Jan 2025, 9:55
'The pressure to perform when you play for the Blitzboks is always there'
The Springbok Sevens team arrived in Perth on Sunday determined to build on their victory in the HSBC SVNS Cape Town last month wh…
Ian Cameron
19 Jan 2025, 7:17
Bath player ratings vs Leinster | Investec Champions Cup
Bath player ratings: Bath’s bright start showcased their attacking intent, but discipline and Leinster's relentless power proved…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
18 Jan 2025, 14:12
Leinster player ratings vs Bath | Investec Champions Cup
Leinster player ratings: Leinster secured a hard-fought victory over a spirited Bath side in the Investec Champions Cup. While the…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
18 Jan 2025, 13:29
Louis Rees-Zammit gets new NFL offer but future still up in air
Louis Rees-Zammit has reportedly received a fresh offer from the Jacksonville Jaguars to extend his NFL career, despite a challeng…
Ian Cameron
18 Jan 2025, 5:26
Sharks rejig team as three more Boks ruled out of action
The Hollywoodbets Sharks' injury crisis deepened this week as Springboks Vincent Koch, Jordan Hendrikse, and Makazole Mapimpi were…
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2025, 10:41
Ringrose moved for Barrett as Leinster mix-up backline for Bath
Garry Ringrose has been moved to the wing for Leinster’s clash with Bath in Round 4 of the Investec Champions Cup at the Aviva S…
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2025, 9:22
Seven weeks worth of Investec Champions Cup bans handed down
Two French club players have received a combined seven weeks in suspensions following red cards during last weekend’s Investec C…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2025, 12:21
Owen Farrell set for Racing 92 return
Racing 92 fly-half Owen Farrell is expected to make his long-awaited return this Saturday in the Champions Cup clash against the S…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2025, 9:55
Steve Diamond: 'We’ve had some words earlier in the week'
Steve Diamond expects Bernard Laporte’s Montpellier to deliver a typically physical challenge when Newcastle Falcons conclude th…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2025, 9:45
La Rochelle name 7-1 split for Leinster but giant star is missing
La Rochelle have gone for an aggressive 7-1 split on the bench for their Champions Cup showdown with Leinster, though they will be…
Ian Cameron
10 Jan 2025, 8:17
Tadhg Furlong returns as Leinster name bombsquad bench for La Rochelle
Tadhg Furlong will make his long-awaited return to the Leinster starting XV on Sunday as he earns his 150th cap for the province i…
Ian Cameron
10 Jan 2025, 7:15
Stuart Hogg sentenced and fined in domestic violence case
Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg has been sentenced to one year of community service after being convicted of domestic vi…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2025, 6:39
Bath player ratings vs Northampton Saints | Gallagher Premiership
Bath player ratings: Bath’s heart-stopping clash with Northampton ended in a narrow 35-34 defeat at Franklin’s Gardens.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
05 Jan 2025, 11:45
Ilona Maher makes low-key debut in Bristol Bears defeat
Ilona Maher’s eagerly anticipated debut for Bristol Bears failed to deliver the impact many had hoped for, as the team fell to a…
Ian Cameron
05 Jan 2025, 8:54
England star withdrawn late by Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints have announced a late change to their matchday squad ahead of their Gallagher Premiership Round 10 clash with B…
Ian Cameron
05 Jan 2025, 8:07
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs | Gallagher Premiership
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Tigers secured a hard-fought 28-15 bonus-point victory over Exeter Chiefs at Welford Road in a ga…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
04 Jan 2025, 11:57
Ronan O'Gara weighs in on Jack Crowley selection controversy
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O’Gara believes Jack Crowley might actually benefit from missing Munster’s recent United Rugby Ch…
Ian Cameron
04 Jan 2025, 6:18
Leinster player ratings vs Munster | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leinster weathered a spirited Munster performance to claim a hard-fought bonus point victory in a game ma…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
27 Dec 2024, 15:27
Leinster player ratings vs Connacht | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: The men in blue ground out a scrappy 20-12 win over Connacht at the Aviva Stadium, with a much-changed si…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
21 Dec 2024, 13:54
Steve Meehan appointed new head coach of Canada
Former Challenge Cup winner Steve Meehan has been named the new head coach of Canada's men's team.
Ian Cameron
20 Dec 2024, 12:01
Injured England lock Ollie Chessum's club future confirmed
Leicester Tigers have announced that England international lock Ollie Chessum has signed a new contract with the club.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 9:47
Ireland loosehead Andrew Porter pens new IRFU deal
Andrew Porter has signed a new two-year contract with the IRFU, extending his commitment to Ireland and Leinster Rugby until July …
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 8:26
Catalan Dragons explain why they're releasing Ben Lam
The Catalan Dragons have announced that Ben Lam will not be retained for the 2025 season, ending his brief stint with the club.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 5:39
Tadgh Furlong to stay in Ireland with new IRFU deal
Tadhg Furlong has committed his future to Irish rugby by signing a two-year contract extension with the IRFU, keeping him with Ire…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 5:01
Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Toulouse | Investec Champions Cup
Exeter Chiefs player ratings: Exeter endured a torrid evening at Sandy Park, as Toulouse delivered a 10-try masterclass to seal a …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 14:31
Saracens player ratings vs Stade Francais | Investec Champions Cup
Saracens player ratings: Saracens showcased their grit and class in a hard-fought 28-17 victory over Stade Français in Paris.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 11:11
Benetton seal victory over Bath with late try
Benetton Rugby claimed a memorable European scalp after defeating Bath Rugby 24-21 in a dramatic Champions Cup clash at the Stadio…
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 9:32
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Sharks | Investec Champions Cup
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Michael Cheika's side put on a clinic at Mattioli Woods Welford Road, dismantling the Hollywoodbe…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 5:45
RFU Championship game abandoned after freak injury to referee
An RFU Championship match was abandoned after referee Alex Thomas was knocked unconscious by a ball on Saturday.
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 3:51
Munster player ratings vs Castres | Investec Champions Cup
Munster player ratings: Munster’s overall discipline and execution issues cost them a chance of turning over Castres at…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
14 Dec 2024, 7:29
Body found in search for missing ex-England player Tom Voyce
A body has been recovered in the search for former England and Wasps centre Tom Voyce - UK media are reporting.
Ian Cameron
12 Dec 2024, 9:55
Scotland international Matt Currie to stay at Edinburgh
Scotland international Matt Currie has signed a new two-year deal with Edinburgh Rugby ahead of their EPCR Challenge Cup match aga…
Ian Cameron
12 Dec 2024, 9:00
The 6 England players ranked between 21 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list
Six English players feature between 21 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list - a reflection of the talent at Steve Borthwick's dis…
Ian Cameron
09 Dec 2024, 11:45
Mystery surrounds sudden exit of Waqa Nalaga from Fijian Drua
The Fijian Drua have announced that they have parted ways with 21-year-old centre Waqa Nalaga.
Ian Cameron
09 Dec 2024, 3:32
Everyone is saying the same thing after Jordie Barrett's Leinster debut
Everyone is saying the same thing after Bristol Bears were brought down to earth in their Investec Champions Cup opener by a Leins…
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 15:05
Leinster player ratings vs Bristol Bears | Champions Cup
Leinster player ratings: Leinster shook off a sluggish start to roar into fifth gear in a splendid second half, securing a comman…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 13:54
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Bordeaux | Investec Champions Cup
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Leicester came out firing in their Champions Cup opener, putting together a strong first half and…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 9:31
Ospreys count cost of damage to stadium as game moved to rivals'
The Ospreys have been left to count the costs of damage to their stadium after Storm Darragh wreaked havoc at the venue over the w…
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 5:32
Stade Francais player ratings vs Munster | Investec Champions Cup
Stade Francais player ratings: Stade Français were outplayed and outclassed at Thomond Park, unable to match Munster’s intensit…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 13:33
The 11 All Blacks ranked between 41 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list
Eleven All Blacks players have been selected between 41 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list, which ranks the sport's best rugby …
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 9:58
'I apologise': Ronan O'Gara explains post-match incident with Bath fans
Ronan O'Gara has apologised for any offence caused by his language after being approached by Bath fans following La Rochelle's nar…
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 8:38
Filo Tiatia brands Dragons players 'selfish' in defeat to Montpellier
Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia has criticised his team’s lack of cohesion, describing moments in their Challenge Cup defeat to M…
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 8:24
La Rochelle player ratings vs Bath | Investec Champions Cup
La Rochelle player ratings: La Rochelle demonstrated why they are two-time Champions Cup winners, showing composure and grit in a …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 4:02
Bath player ratings vs La Rochelle | Investec Champions Cup
Bath player ratings: In tough conditions at The Rec, Bath battled bravely but ultimately fell to a disappointing 24-20 Investec Ch…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
06 Dec 2024, 16:07
The 7 Springboks ranked between 41 and 100 in the RugbyPass Top 100 list
The RugbyPass Top 100 list has so far included seven Springboks between 100 and 41 on the rankings.
Ian Cameron
06 Dec 2024, 10:12
Will Genia questions All Black's spot in RugbyPass Top 100
Former Wallabies halfback Will Genia has questioned the position of one particular All Black in the RugbyPass Top 100 rugby player…
Ian Cameron
06 Dec 2024, 9:29
Two controversial France stars given extensions by Montpellier
Montpellier has confirmed contract extensions for two key members of its forward pack, Mohamed Haouas and Bastien Chalureau, both …
Ian Cameron
05 Dec 2024, 9:40
Picking a form British & Irish Lions XV post-Autumn Nations Series
With the Autumn Nations Series wrapped up, we've picked a British & Irish Lions XV based purely on their form over the November Te…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
03 Dec 2024, 3:15
Ilona Maher appears to drop club hint as RFU back PWR move
American rugby star Ilona Maher has hinted that her much-talked-about move to the Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) league is goin…
Ian Cameron
01 Dec 2024, 8:05
Owen Farrell's Lions chances have nose-dived
Owen Farrell’s aspirations of making a fourth British & Irish Lions tour appear to be on shaky ground as injuries and his new cl…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
01 Dec 2024, 6:36
Australia player ratings vs Ireland | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Australia player ratings:The 22-19 scoreline will be a particular bitter pill for Joe Schmidt and this Wallabies' team, w…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
30 Nov 2024, 11:14
Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle set to lose All Black Tawera Kerr-Barlow
Tawera Kerr-Barlow is set to leave La Rochelle at the end of the season to join Stade Français on a two-year deal - according to …
Ian Cameron
29 Nov 2024, 8:00
'They look like schoolboys' - NZ media go in hard on Warren Gatland and Wales
Scotty Stevenson and Israel Dagg launched a scathing critique of Warren Gatland and Wales on the Scott & Izzy podcast in New Zeala…
Ian Cameron
25 Nov 2024, 11:01
Former Ireland centre Brendan Mullin jailed for three years
Former Ireland rugby international Brendan Mullin has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing over €567,000 from Ba…
Ian Cameron
25 Nov 2024, 8:26
The latest on Joseph Suaalii's game ending injury in Murrayfield
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii could yet face Ireland in Dublin on next weekend despite being forced off the pitch after just 30 minutes of…
Ian Cameron
24 Nov 2024, 13:34
'Doesn't look right': Ireland count injury toll after bruising win over Fiji
Ireland are likely to be without utiltiy back Jamie Osborne for the final Autumn Nations Series match against Australia.
Ian Cameron
23 Nov 2024, 12:21
Fiji player ratings vs Ireland | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Fiji player ratings: Fiji showed glimpses of their attacking flair but were ultimately outgunned by Ireland's structure and disci…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
23 Nov 2024, 11:08
Radradra-less Fiji name strong side to face Ireland
Fiji head coach Mick Byrne has named his matchday squad for Saturday’s Autumn Nations Series fixture against Ireland at the Aviv…
Ian Cameron
21 Nov 2024, 11:28
Johan Ackermann returns to SA in new coaching role
Former Springbok lock Johan Ackermann is set to return to South Africa after seven years abroad as he taks on a role as coaching c…
Ian Cameron
21 Nov 2024, 5:34
Clause in WRU contract could end Warren Gatland's Wales tenure
A break clause in Warren Gatland’s contract with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) - which becomes active following the 2025 Six Natio…
Ian Cameron
18 Nov 2024, 7:54
Ex-All Black accuses Ireland's Jack Crowley of 'disgusting' act in Argentina win
Former All Blacks scrumhalf Steve Devine has accused an Ireland player of 'disgusting' behaviour in their win over Argentina on Fr…
Ian Cameron
18 Nov 2024, 4:26
'Shame on you' - Viewers notice depressing off-field sight at Wales defeat
The Principality Stadium is usually a cauldron of passion and pride for Welsh rugby but it became the scene of a sobering exodus o…
Ian Cameron
17 Nov 2024, 13:52
Australia A player ratings vs England | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Australia A player ratings: Australia's second string fell to a 38-17 defeat at Twickenham Stoop in their final match of their UK …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
17 Nov 2024, 11:55
'It's not far off a crisis Courtney' - Ugo Monye rebutts Lawes on-air
Former England international Ugo Monye openly challenged Courtney Lawes on TNT Sports after England’s 29-20 defeat to South Afri…
Ian Cameron
16 Nov 2024, 15:44
'Borthwick to the job centre' - England fans rage over latest collapse
England’s 29-20 defeat to South Africa at Allianz Stadium has sparked a strong reaction on social media as Steve Borthwick’s s…
Ian Cameron
16 Nov 2024, 14:48
Scotland player ratings vs Portugal | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Scotland Player Ratings: Scotland cruised to a resounding nine-try victory over Portugal at Murrayfield, with several players taki…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
16 Nov 2024, 12:21
Eddie Jones' Japan survive red card scare against Uruguay
Japan overcame a second-half red card to secure a 36-20 victory over Uruguay at Chambéry Savoie Stadium on Saturday.
Ian Cameron
16 Nov 2024, 9:56
Ireland player ratings vs Argentina | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Ireland player ratings: Ireland were once again afflicted by unforced errors in a hard-fought 22-19 win at HQ but there were enou…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2024, 15:40
The 'one difference' between Boks and the back-to-back All Blacks
Former England captain Dylan Hartley has highlighted what he sees as the 'one difference' between South Africa’s back-to-back Ru…
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2024, 7:55
Four Ireland players in Leinster 'A' squad for Connacht Eagles
Leinster Rugby has named its 'A' squad to face Connacht Eagles in the first round of the IRFU 'A' Interpro Championship at Creggs …
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2024, 7:30
Rob Kearney 1 of 2 players appointed to World Rugby's executive board
Former international players Rob Kearney and Melodie Robinson have been appointed to the World Rugby Executive Board, marking the …
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2024, 8:00
Australia's Brett Robinson elected new chairman of World Rugby
Dr. Brett Robinson of Australia has been elected as the new Chair of World Rugby, marking the first time a representative from the…
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2024, 7:09
New scrumhalf rule among 4 global Law trials as others shot down
World Rugby is set to introduce a global trial of four new laws next year, aimed at enhancing game pace and player protection.
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2024, 5:59
Ex-Ireland legend slam players' 'showboating' against the All Blacks
Former Ireland fly-half Tony Ward has criticized the behaviour of some of Ireland’s players in their recent defeat to New Zealan…
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2024, 4:50
Irish rugby's perennial problem has returned to haunt them
A perennial problem for Irish rugby is once again rearing its ugly head.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
11 Nov 2024, 12:37
Renaldo Bothma posts 'life-changing' croc-roll injury that ended his career
Former Namibian international Renaldo Bothma has posted a video of his own career-ending injury to emphasize the dangers of the "c…
Ian Cameron
11 Nov 2024, 6:27
England dealt further blow as two stars replaced in squad
England have confirmed that they have been forced to replace both flanker Tom Curry and centre Immanuel Feyi-Waboso following thei…
Ian Cameron
10 Nov 2024, 12:32
Both coaches agree on Semi Radradra 20-minute red card
Both Wales head coach Warren Gatland and Fiji's Mick Byrne say they are in favour of the 20-minute red card Law that saw Semi Radr…
Ian Cameron
10 Nov 2024, 11:28
Fiji player ratings vs Wales | 2024 Autumn Nation Series
Fiji player ratings: Fiji's performance in Cardiff was far from flawless, yet their unwavering heart and determination propelled t…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
10 Nov 2024, 9:43
What Eben Etzebeth makes of the Scotland threat
Springbok captain Eben Etzebeth anticipates a tough 80-minute clash against Scotland for their Autumn Nations Series Test in Edinb…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 14:39
'An absolute mess': Steve Borthwick comes underfire as 'big questions' asked
Steve Borthwick’s tenure as England head coach has come under intense scrutiny after a last-minute 42-37 defeat to Australia at …
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 12:14
'Freak' - Joseph Suaalii’s spectacular Wallabies debut leaves fans in awe
Joseph Suaalii’s debut for the Wallabies against England at Twickenham on Saturday afternoon left fans and pundits alike in awe …
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 11:12
Ireland 'literally couldn’t string five phases of rugby together'
Former Scotland head coach turned television pundit Matt Williams and Lions' winger Shane Horgan did not hold back in their critiq…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 7:29
'Genuine deep cut': Picture of gruesome Sam Cane head injury revealed
New Zealand back-row Sam Cane has revealed the extent of a head injury sustained during his side’s gritty 23-13 victory over Ire…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 5:20
'South Africa, on their day, would have pumped this All Black team'
Former Ireland winger Shane Horgan believes South Africa would have pumped the New Zealand side that beat Ireland 23-13 in the Avi…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 4:12
Ireland player ratings vs New Zealand | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Ireland player ratings: Andy Farrell's Ireland were blown off the park by referee Nic Berry in what was a scrappy and error-strewn…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Nov 2024, 15:41
The hot zones referees will clamp down on during Autumn Nations Series
World Rugby has released a video in which referees talk about the focus areas for match officials ahead during the 2024 Autumn Nat…
Ian Cameron
07 Nov 2024, 11:41
Richard Cockerill: 'They think they can influence the referee... it's theatre'
Georgia rugby head coach Richard Cockerill has taken a dig Top 14 rugby coaches for what he views as an attempt to influence refer…
Ian Cameron
07 Nov 2024, 9:37
'Absolute madness': Clive Woodward rips into Borthwick in wake of NZ loss
Former England head coach Clive Woodward has sharply criticized Steve Borthwick’s decisions during England’s 24-22 loss to New…
Ian Cameron
04 Nov 2024, 7:58
Stuart Hogg pleads guilty to domestic abuse
Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg has pleaded guilty to a charge of domestic abuse against his former partner, covering in…
Ian Cameron
04 Nov 2024, 7:12
Ex-All Black Liam Barry named Australia Men's 7s head coach
Rugby Australia has confirmed the appointment of Liam Barry as the new head coach for the Australian Men’s Sevens team.
Ian Cameron
04 Nov 2024, 4:33
Mack Hansen has lived with depression 'for a long time'
Ireland and Connacht rugby player Mack Hansen has opened up about his ongoing battle with depression, revealing it’s something h…
Ian Cameron
03 Nov 2024, 11:27
Rugby fugitive Rocky Elsom in hiding after fleeing Ireland
Former Australia and Leinster rugby player Rocky Elsom has fled Ireland after Irish police arrived at his workplace and home to de…
Ian Cameron
03 Nov 2024, 6:07
England prop Joe Marler retires from Test rugby
Veteran England prop Joe Marler has announced his retirement from international rugby, bringing an end to a career that spanned 95…
Ian Cameron
03 Nov 2024, 4:28
Saracens the victims of first major Prem Cup upset
Saracens suffered a surprising 29-19 defeat to Ealing Trailfinders in their Premiership Rugby Cup opener at Trailfinders Sports Cl…
Ian Cameron
03 Nov 2024, 3:17
Everyone is saying the same thing after agonising England loss
England head coach Steve Borthwick faced intense scrutiny following a narrow 24-22 loss to New Zealand at Allianz Stadium, with ma…
Ian Cameron
02 Nov 2024, 13:20
'Furious': X erupts as England fans drown out haka with controversial rugby anthem
Social media erupted this afternoon after England fans drowned out the All Blacks' haka with an ear-splitting rendition of 'Swing …
Ian Cameron
02 Nov 2024, 11:45
Dragons RFC: Dai Flanagan second URC coach axed after just six games
Dragons RFC has confirmed the departure of head coach Dai Flanagan - effective immediately - following a 'mutual agreement' after …
Ian Cameron
02 Nov 2024, 5:16
Rugby needs football-like transfer system says SA Rugby boss
Rugby union's future might depend on adopting a transfer system more akin to football- that's according to SA Rugby chief executiv…
Ian Cameron
31 Oct 2024, 11:50
Toulouse fend off rivals to keep Ange Capuozzo with huge multi-year deal
Toulouse have secured one of the most exciting attacking assets with news that Ange Capuozzo has agreed to a four-year contract ex…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2024, 11:38
Bitter pill for Stuart Hogg after star turn for Montpellier
Montpellier full-back Stuart Hogg is set to miss five weeks of action following a right-hand fracture sustained during Saturday’…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2024, 11:10
France blow: Romain Ntamack to miss entire Autumn Nations Series
Fly-half Romain Ntamack will miss France's entire Autumn Nations Series after sustaining a calf injury two weeks ago with Stade To…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2024, 7:07
The 13 likely survivors from the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour
Time and tide wait for no man. Age, form and injury suggest just a third of 2021 British & Irish Lions touring party will make the…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
27 Oct 2024, 7:02
Leinster boss Leo Cullen: 'We've used 47 players'
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen admits to being pleased with bagging a total of 29 out of 30 competition points in the opening six …
Ian Cameron
27 Oct 2024, 5:56
Injury hit Springboks call up a No.8 to replace Damian Willemse
Cameron Hanekom earned his first call-up to the Springbok squad on Sunday as he steps into Rassie Erasmus' 35-man team for the Cas…
Ian Cameron
27 Oct 2024, 5:18
Leinster player ratings vs Lions | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leinster delivered an impressive performance in front of the 18,000 or so fans packed in the Aviva, showc…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
26 Oct 2024, 12:56
Owen Farrell scores his first Racing 92 try and it's a good one
Former England fly-half Owen Farrell has broken his try duck for new side Racing 92, scoring a brilliantly taken solo effort again…
Ian Cameron
26 Oct 2024, 10:50
Ilona Maher on verge of major step towards 15s Rugby World Cup
Ilona Maher is reportedly in talks to join a club in Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) - marking a significant step toward her amb…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 11:54
RFU ban Tuilagi after he 'launches downwards towards' player's head
Bedford No.8 Fred Tuilagi has been handed an RFU ban after an incident during a Championship match between Bedford Blues and Donca…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 9:11
All 10 team selections for Gallagher Premiership round six
Round six of the Gallagher Premiership promises to deliver another thrilling weekend of action, with teams looking to solidify the…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 8:12
Five Wales call-ups named in Gloucester side for Falcons
Five players called up to the Wales squad this week are set to feature for Gloucester in this weekend's Gallagher Premiership clas…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 7:38
No sign of called-up Ireland star as Ulster name team for Cardiff
Ulster head coach Richie Murphy has named his team for the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 6 match against Cardiff on Saturday…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 7:14
Prendergast and Henshaw start as Leinster make 10 changes
Sam Prendergast and Robbie Henshaw return to Leinster’s starting line-up for their United Rugby Championship clash against the E…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 6:38
'We’ve been told all year by the pundits how useless we are'
Newcastle Falcons boss Steve Diamond has spoken of his relief at his side getting their first win in 26 matches as they look to ba…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 6:22
IRFU bring back Lynne Cantwell after 'phenomenal' stint in South Africa
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has announced the appointment of Lynne Cantwell as Head of Women's Strategy for Irish Rugby.…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 5:23
Johan Grobbelaar one of two players called up by Springboks
The Springboks have called up two players as injury replacements in their Autumn Nations Series squad.
Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2024, 3:53
Bryan Habana joins All Blacks legend in fan-voted GOAT final
Springbok great Bryan Habana has reached the final of a fan-voted poll to determine rugby's greatest player of the past 25 years, …
Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2024, 12:29
Leinster address Frawley fears and 4 other Ireland players
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has provided an injury update ahead of Saturday's BKT United Rugby Championship Round 6 match again…
Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2024, 9:51
Bok prospect George Cronje retires at 23 - report
Former Junior Springbok captain and Sharks loose forward George Cronje has reportedly retired from professional rugby at the age o…
Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2024, 6:14
Moefana scuppers Test chances after incident with France teammate
Yoram Moefana’s hopes of joining the France squad for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series are in doubt following a red card recei…
Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2024, 4:32
Ross Byrne linked with shock move to Top 14
Leinster and Ireland fly-half Ross Byrne has been linked with a potential move to France’s Top 14 this summer. Reports in French…
Ian Cameron
20 Oct 2024, 13:41
Rumours of a huge move for one of rugby's biggest names
Semi Radradra could be set to leave Lyon mid-season with rumours suggesting the Fijian centre is set to join a Japanese franchise.
Ian Cameron
20 Oct 2024, 10:03
Munster branded 'rudderless' in first ever defeat to Stormers
Graham Rowntree's Munster have been described as 'rudderless' following their first ever defeat to the Stormers.
Ian Cameron
20 Oct 2024, 9:35
Stephen Varney exits Gloucester with immediate effect
Italy international Stephen Varney has signed for French Top 14 side Vannes with immediate effect, as first reported by RugbyPass …
Ian Cameron
20 Oct 2024, 6:04
20-minute red card among Laws to be trialled at Autumn Nations Series
The 2024 Autumn Nations Series will feature a set of law trials aimed at enhancing the rugby experience for fans, including a the …
Ian Cameron
18 Oct 2024, 7:32
Johnny Sexton takes aim at BOD over 2020 on-air comments
Johnny Sexton has acknowledged that remarks made by Brian O'Driscoll regarding his conduct during a 2020 Six Nations match against…
Ian Cameron
18 Oct 2024, 5:27
Ulster line-up doesn't bode well for Ireland's burgeoning injury crisis
Ulster line-up doesn't bode well for Ireland's burgeoning injury crisis.
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2024, 9:44
Joseph Suaalii lifts lid on where he'll play in rugby union
Joseph Suaalii’s highly anticipated switch from rugby league to rugby union has stirred much speculation about his future role w…
Ian Cameron
14 Oct 2024, 10:49
Mixed news for Ireland as Leinster count toll of Munster win
There was mixed news on the injury front for Ireland and Leinster on Monday afternoon, with a medical update on several of the pro…
Ian Cameron
14 Oct 2024, 8:46
Wales and Lions centre Jonathan Davies calls time on rugby career
Former Wales, British and Irish Lions and Scarlets centre Jonathan Davies has announced his retirement from professional rugby.
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2024, 15:09
Ronan Kelleher news plunges Ireland into low-key injury crisis
Ireland's preparations for the Autumn Nations Series have taken a hit as hooker Ronan Kelleher has been ruled out after undergoing…
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2024, 7:24
Leinster-Munster: 5 talking points as awkward Irish rugby question is asked
Leinster's 26-12 victory over Munster at Croke Park offered Irish rugby fans plenty to mull over as the season progresses and next…
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2024, 5:21
Leinster player ratings vs Munster | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leinster stormed out of the gates at Croke Park, threatening to run away with it with a commanding 21-0 s…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
12 Oct 2024, 13:35
Strong Edinburgh side devoured by Lions in Jo'burg
Edinburgh suffered a heavy and frankly humiliating 55-21 defeat against the Lions in Johannesburg in the United Rugby Championship…
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2024, 9:08
Prendergast starts as Emerging Ireland team named for Western Force
Sam Prendergast will start at flyhalf for Emerging Ireland in their second match of the South Africa tour against Western Force on…
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2024, 7:20
Ronan O'Gara's classy response to account of 'coward' bust-up in 2009
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara has issued a classy response to the publishing of Johnny Sexton's account of a number of their…
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2024, 6:48
Sevens flyer Corey Toole pens new Super deal
ACT Brumbies have confirmed a one-year contract extension for flyer Corey Toole, securing his services until the end of the 2025 s…
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2024, 4:14
Heavy-hitters: Every Pro D2 team by height, weight and age
The upcoming Pro D2 season sees some absolute giants across the league, with the French second flight rivalling the Top 14, URC an…
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2024, 3:51
Ireland star 'split open' close friend in 2011 training ground bust-up
Johnny Sexton has revealed details of a training ground bust-up with Ireland and Leinster teammate Leo Cullen during the 2011 Rugb…
Ian Cameron
01 Oct 2024, 1:52
The Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu prognosis is getting worse
Springbok fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu could be sidelined for the remainder of the year due to a knee injury that he initial…
Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2024, 13:09
Zebre name immediate replacement as NZ coach exits for 'family reasons'
Zebre Parma has announced that David Sisi will retire as a player and assume the role of lineout coach for the next two seasons.
Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2024, 11:33
Johnny Sexton: 'I offered my hand. He told me to f*** off'
Johnny Sexton has opened up about his heated relationship with Ronan O’Gara, recalling their infamous on-field clash in 2009.
Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2024, 7:34
'It was crazy. Unprofessional': The off-field call that cost Lions
Johnny Sexton has described an off-field decision before the final British & Irish Lions Test against New Zealand in 2017 as "craz…
Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2024, 5:31
'I never heard from Gatland... It kills me to this day'
Johnny Sexton says he is yearns for an explanation from Warren Gatland as to why exactly he was left out of the 2021 British & Iri…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2024, 8:09
'Unacceptable from Munster. They should be embarassed'
Munster legend Donncha O'Callaghan has blasted his former team following their shock to defeat to minnows Zebre Parma in Round 2 o…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2024, 6:58
Johnny Sexton: 'So much for their humility'
Johnny Sexton has defended his outburst towards Rieko Ioane after Ireland’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat to New Zealand …
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2024, 5:45
Zebre Parma shock URC with first ever win over Munster
Zebre Parma made history by securing their first-ever victory over Munster with a 42-33 bonus-point win in the United Rugby Champi…
Ian Cameron
28 Sep 2024, 15:02
Sale confirm England player broke Alex Sanderson's ribs
Sale Sharks have confirmed that an England player injured Alex Sanderson in training this week, placing the club in the unusual po…
Ian Cameron
28 Sep 2024, 14:25
Argentina player ratings vs South Africa | 2024 Rugby Championship
Argentina player ratings: The Los Pumas didn't show too much in their defeat to the Springboks in the Rugby Championship decider i…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
28 Sep 2024, 11:58
Jake White's Bulls welcome back 2 Boks for Edinburgh
Jake White’s Bulls will welcome back a couple of Springboks for their United Rugby Championship match against Edinburgh this wee…
Ian Cameron
27 Sep 2024, 8:23
'Jasper and I didn’t grow up in a gym. We worked on the farm'
For Bulls lock Cobus Wiese, family connections are as important as his career on the rugby field.
Ian Cameron
26 Sep 2024, 7:07
Still no sign of Ciaran Frawley as Leinster name team for Dragons
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has continued to rest Ciaran Frawley following his involvement in Ireland’s tour of South Africa,…
Ian Cameron
26 Sep 2024, 6:44
8 England players make first Gallagher Premiership XV of the season
The first Gallagher Premiership XV of the week has been announced with Ugo Monye selecting a side featuring no less than eight Eng…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2024, 9:31
SA Rugby confirm exit of Marius Schoeman
SA Rugby have confirmed that Springbok Sevens high performance manager Marius Schoeman is leaving the national sevens programme af…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2024, 9:05
All Blacks call in serial winner in bid to break six-year curse
The All Blacks have called in Sir Wayne Smith as they aim to end their final-quarter struggles and break a six-year winless streak…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2024, 5:36
Ireland flyhalf Jack Crowley set for early recall?
Jack Crowley may return to action for Munster earlier than anticipated if there is a negative update on fellow flyhalf Billy Burns…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2024, 3:58
Stuart Hogg triggers all-in Top 14 scrap with shunt on France star
Stuart Hogg was at the centre of a late-match altercation during Montpellier’s 20-11 defeat to Toulouse at GGL Stadium in the To…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2024, 2:51
All Blacks and Leinster sweating on significant Jordie Barrett injury
Jordie Barrett’s availability for the second Bledisloe Cup test in Wellington is in serious doubt after suffering what appears t…
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2024, 13:02
Owen Farrell's dire record against one French club just got worse
Owen Farrell’s dire record at Bordeaux Begles in recent times continued over the weekend after his new side - Racing 92 - shippe…
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2024, 9:59
Everyone is saying the same thing after latest Manie Libbok blunder
Manie Libbok’s kicking struggles were again in the spotlight after the Springboks’ narrow defeat to Argentina in the Castle La…
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2024, 9:09
How a 'hurt' Rassie Erasmus reacted to Boks' defeat
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admitted the team was hurting following their narrow 29-28 defeat to Argentina in the Castle Lager …
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2024, 8:42
Thaakir Abrahams among 3 big signing set to make Munster debut
Munster has named their team for Saturday’s United Rugby Championship opener against Connacht with new signings Thaakir Abrahams…
Ian Cameron
20 Sep 2024, 9:46
Ulster sign Corrie Barrett from Doncaster Knights
Ulster have confirmed that prop Corrie Barrett has signed a contract with the province until the end of the season. Barrett joined…
Ian Cameron
20 Sep 2024, 5:17
Racing 92 star arrested over assault of partner as she held child
Racing 92 and Fiji winger Vinaya Habosi has been taken into police custody in France following allegations of domestic violence.
Ian Cameron
16 Sep 2024, 8:44
Fabio Ongaro to stay at Benetton
Benetton have confirmed that Fabio Ongaro will be staying on as scrum coach until 2026.
Ian Cameron
16 Sep 2024, 7:19
Joey Carbery suffers nightmare start to Bordeaux career
Former Ireland international Joey Carbery picked up an injury during his first appearance for Bordeaux Bègles in the Top 14 on Sa…
Ian Cameron
16 Sep 2024, 5:01
Bringing in 'bigger athletes' part of the plan for Dragons
Dragons RFC head coach Dai Flanagan has emphasized the need for "bigger athletes" as part of the team's strategy in the BKT United…
Ian Cameron
16 Sep 2024, 4:41
All Blacks handed good and bad news ahead of Wallabies Test
The All Blacks are welcoming back two players from injury ahead of the Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney on Saturday - but a third rema…
Ian Cameron
16 Sep 2024, 4:07
Bidding heats up for lock-sized dual-qualified centre Zack Wimbush
Exeter Chiefs are battling to keep hold of highly-rated centre Zack Wimbush, who is the subject of a tug-of-war between Wales boss…
Exclusive
Ian Cameron
15 Sep 2024, 8:42
Italy outmuscle Japan in Piacenza
Italy secured a solid 24-8 victory over Japan in a friendly match at the Beltrametti Stadium in Piacenza as part of their preparat…
Ian Cameron
15 Sep 2024, 4:26
Force sign Wallaby wing Dylan Pietsch on multi-year deal
The Western Force have confirmed the signing of Wallaby Dylan Pietsch on a multi-year deal.
Ian Cameron
14 Sep 2024, 10:48
'It would get heated': Ex-Bok reveals how 20-man scrum honed set-piece
The Springboks have enhanced their scrummaging strength by training against up to 12 opposition players, a tactic aimed at improvi…
Ian Cameron
14 Sep 2024, 9:57
Boks the reason behind Racing 92 and Kolisi deal termination
Racing 92 head coach Stuart Lancaster has confirmed that Siya Kolisi's decision to continue playing for the Springboks was the cen…
Ian Cameron
14 Sep 2024, 7:39
Fiji player ratings vs USA | Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup
Fiji player ratings: The Flying Fijians brought their trademark flair to this contest, with the USA struggling to contain the free…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
14 Sep 2024, 7:07
The slim chance Wales have to break back into top 10
Wales have an opportunity to break back into the top 10 of the World Rugby rankings this weekend, according to the latest ranking …
Ian Cameron
13 Sep 2024, 9:22
Chasing the Sun 2 now available to watch on RugbyPass TV
The highly anticipated five-part documentary Chasing the Sun 2 is now available to watch for free on RugbyPass TV as of today - Fr…
Ian Cameron
13 Sep 2024, 6:30
5 England stars return to 39-man Northampton Saints' line-up
Five England internationals are set to return to Northampton Saints’ line-up for their final pre-season match this Friday in the…
Ian Cameron
12 Sep 2024, 8:58
The league behind many of the world's best rugby players is expanding
Japan Rugby League One chairman Genichi Tamatsuka says his league is the 'perfect preparation' for elite international rugby on th…
Ian Cameron
12 Sep 2024, 5:36
Heavy-hitters: Every Top 14 side by height, weight and age
The Top 14 has long been thought of as the land of giants in a rugby union context and here we test the theory with a look at the …
Analysis
Ian Cameron
05 Sep 2024, 6:17
SA Rugby issue public and 'in person' apology amid haka storm
The CEO of SA Rugby has both publicly and privately apologised over the scenes that saw the All Blacks pre-match haka drowned out …
Ian Cameron
02 Sep 2024, 6:05
Bok legend weighs in on haka, sends message to fans ahead of Cape Town
Former Springboks captain John Smit has weighed in on the debate surrounding the haka and the respect afforded to it by South Afri…
Ian Cameron
02 Sep 2024, 5:40
Heavy-hitters: All 10 Premiership squads by weight, height and age
As the Gallagher Premiership season approaches we take a look at the physical makeup of each of the league's ten sides.
Analysis
Ian Cameron
01 Sep 2024, 10:45
Rassie Erasmus' admission after Springboks comeback win
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus says he's relieved that the Springboks managed to claw back a victory against New Zealand i…
Ian Cameron
01 Sep 2024, 10:15
'Utter embarrassment': Stephen Jones panned over 'pretty low' joke
Outspoken Sunday Times columnist Stephen Jones has been panned for a joke he made about the name of a recently deceased Maori King…
Ian Cameron
01 Sep 2024, 8:32
Snubbed England No.8 Zach Mercer signs for Toulon - report
Gloucester No.8 Zach Mercer is set for a return to France after agreeing a deal to move to Toulon - it is being reported.
Ian Cameron
31 Aug 2024, 10:37
Billy Burns to make Munster bow against hometown side
New signing Billy Burns is set to make his Munster debut against Bath later today in a pre-season friendly at The Rec.
Ian Cameron
31 Aug 2024, 4:29
Giant England star among 7 new signings set for Cardiff debut
Cardiff will feature seven new signings in their opening pre-season friendly against Ealing Trailfinders tomorrow at the Trailfind…
Ian Cameron
30 Aug 2024, 11:01
Ross Molony to make Bath debut against familiar foe
Former Leinster and Ireland second row Ross Molony is set to make his Bath debut in a pre-season clash against a familiar foe.
Ian Cameron
30 Aug 2024, 7:54
SA Rugby issue 'urgent' warning to Springbok fans
SA Rugby has issued an urgent warning to online shoppers about fraudulent websites posing as the official Springbok store on socia…
Ian Cameron
29 Aug 2024, 8:48
Top 14 Foreign Legion: All 213 overseas players by club and country
In just a few days another season of the Top 14 kicks off with the likes of Owen Farrell, Siya Kolisi, Josua Tuisova, and Davit Ni…
Analysis
Ian Cameron
29 Aug 2024, 6:42
HMRC wins Stuart Barnes tax case over Sky Sports job
HMRC - the UK's revenue authority - have overturned a successful appeal made by former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes over his empl…
Ian Cameron
29 Aug 2024, 4:03
Michael Cheika's Leicester Tigers sign Ben Volavola
Leicester Tigers have announced the signing of Fiji international Ben Volavola for the 2024/25 season - as first reported by Rugby…
Ian Cameron
26 Aug 2024, 11:00
Early 53-man Chiefs roster reports don't look good for LRZ
Early reports from across the pond suggest Louis Rees-Zammit's attempt to make the Kansas City Chiefs' 53-man roster at his first …
Ian Cameron
26 Aug 2024, 8:54
Zebre Parma forced to change venue for Glasgow visit
Zebre Rugby has confirmed that their friendly match against Glasgow Warriors on Saturday, August 31, will now take place at the La…
Ian Cameron
26 Aug 2024, 7:58
Maro Itoje to 'take the reins' at Saracens
Saracens have announced England second row star Maro Itoje as the new club captain for the upcoming 2024/25 season.
Ian Cameron
26 Aug 2024, 6:29
The 'freak' Wallaby Aaron Smith says gave All Blacks 'nightmares'
Former All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith admitted that facing ex-Wallaby Israel Folau was one of the most daunting tasks for his New…
Ian Cameron
26 Aug 2024, 5:30
Who Israel Folau blames for his Rugby Australia sacking
Israel Folau has claimed that media spin was largely responsible for his 2019 dismissal by Rugby Australia (RA), insisting that he…
Ian Cameron
25 Aug 2024, 13:06
Heavy-hitters: All 16 URC squads by average weight and height
As a new United Rugby Championship (URC) season approaches, we take a closer look at the physical makeup of the 16 sides competing…
Analysis
Ian Cameron
25 Aug 2024, 10:48
'There’s nothing hidden going on here' - NZR bat away cover-up talk
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has denied any attempt to silence Leon MacDonald after his shock departure from the All Blacks coaching st…
Ian Cameron
24 Aug 2024, 8:22
Ex-Falcons boss Alex Codling joins Gareth Steenson in new IRFU gig
Former Newcastle Falcons head coach Alex Codling has been appointed as the new forwards coach for the Ireland women’s rugby team…
Ian Cameron
24 Aug 2024, 5:00
Ex-All Black Roger Tuivasa-Sheck makes another dramatic defection
Former All Black and current Warriors player Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has confirmed that he will be making another dramatic career defe…
Ian Cameron
24 Aug 2024, 4:27
Fiji hand Test debut to ex-rugby league star in Pacific Nations Cup
Fiji has announced its team to face Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup on Friday in the first round of the tournament.
Ian Cameron
22 Aug 2024, 9:55
BBC bag UK rights to Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
With one year remaining until England hosts the opening match of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, World Rugby has announced the B…
Ian Cameron
22 Aug 2024, 5:45
All Blacks lock Josh Lord to stay in New Zealand
Towering All Blacks and Chiefs second row Josh Lord is set to stay put in New Zealand.
Ian Cameron
12 Aug 2024, 9:32
Ex-Munster, Connacht prop Rory Burke passes away aged 30
Former Ireland U20 international Rory Burke - who also played for Munster and Connacht - has passed away at the age of 30.
Ian Cameron
11 Aug 2024, 15:43
Canon Eagles swoop for Bath fullback and ex-Leinster lock
Japan Rugby League One side Canon Eagles have bolstered their squad with the signings of two experienced players in South African …
Ian Cameron
11 Aug 2024, 9:29
The 'inexplicably bad' 15 seconds that cost the All Blacks
Fifteen dreadful seconds of play may well have cost the All Blacks victory over Argentina in Wellington on Saturday in their openi…
Ian Cameron
11 Aug 2024, 6:20
Many are saying the same thing about worrying off-field All Blacks trend
Wellington's Sky Stadium saw fewer than 30,000 spectators attend New Zealand's first round Rugby Championship match against Argent…
Ian Cameron
10 Aug 2024, 10:38
Ulster and IRFU clear up URC side's CEO situation
Ulster and the IRFU have confirmed that CEO Hugh McCaughey will remain in his role until the end of 2025.
Ian Cameron
05 Aug 2024, 11:20
The NFL loophole that could help Rees-Zammit bag a Chiefs roster spot
Louis Rees-Zammit's bid for a spot on the Kansas City Chiefs roster could be influenced by his status as a normal NFL player rathe…
Ian Cameron
05 Aug 2024, 10:01
Former Wallaby brands Wales 'second tier' opposition
Former Wallabies flanker Jeff Miller has branded Wales as a 'second tier' side in an interview with South African publication Rapp…
Ian Cameron
05 Aug 2024, 5:01
TJ Perenara reveals contract bump that saw Japan deal beat NZR
Veteran All Blacks scrumhalf TJ Perenara has gone into further detail about his imminent move to Japan Rugby League One.
Ian Cameron
04 Aug 2024, 7:00
Fiji centre Inia Tabuavou the latest to exit Racing 92
Fijian Drua this week confirmed the signing of Flying Fijians and Racing 92 centre Inia Tabuavou on a two-year contract for 2025 a…
Ian Cameron
04 Aug 2024, 5:44
Louis Rees-Zammit leaves defender in the dust on camera
Former Welsh rugby star turned NFL hopeful Louis Rees-Zammit has made an 'extremely impressive' play during a Kansas City Chiefs p…
Ian Cameron
03 Aug 2024, 9:14
Joey Carbery: 'I'm better than I was treated'
Former Ireland and Munster flyhalf Joey Carbery has heavily implied that he left both the national side and his province on a sour…
Ian Cameron
01 Aug 2024, 10:40
'They came here as underdogs' - SA Rugby boss praises Blitzboks
SA Rugby President Mark Alexander has heaped praise the South African men's sevens team for their resilience during the Olympic Ga…
Ian Cameron
29 Jul 2024, 12:03
Maddison Levi: 'Starting well is something we've been working on'
Maddison Levi expressed no little relief following Australia's strong start in the women's rugby sevens competition at the Paris O…
Ian Cameron
29 Jul 2024, 7:02
URC breaks audience and attendance records
The United Rugby Championship (URC) have confirmed that for the third consecutive season they have set new records in both attenda…
Ian Cameron
29 Jul 2024, 6:44
Olympic Sevens smashes women's rugby attendance record
The Paris Olympics have smashed the women's rugby attendance record with 66,000 fans filling the Stade de France on Sunday for the…
Ian Cameron
29 Jul 2024, 4:09
'We're all devastated at the moment' - Australia Rugby Sevens Men's team
Australia's Rugby Sevens Men's team admit they are devastated after finishing fourth at the Paris Olympics following a narrow 26-1…
Ian Cameron
28 Jul 2024, 7:24
Why South Africa feel 'so proud' despite gutting loss to France
The Springbok Sevens team coach says that securing a bronze medal for South Africa at the Paris Olympics is testament to the playe…
Ian Cameron
28 Jul 2024, 6:50
South Africa Women's Seven team ready for Olympic bow
The South Africa Women’s Sevens rugby team is set to make its inaugural appearance at the Olympic Games, with head coach Renfred…
Ian Cameron
27 Jul 2024, 4:26
South Africa sevens want to give Antoine Dupont another terrible day at office
The South Africa men's sevens team are taking inspiration from the Springboks Rugby World Cup heroics last year at the Stade de Fr…
Ian Cameron
26 Jul 2024, 11:44
Dewald Senekal joins Benetton following exit of ex-Leicester Tiger
Benetton have announced the appointment of Dewald Senekal as the new breakdown and contact area coach following the departure of J…
Ian Cameron
26 Jul 2024, 4:49
Blitzboks 'deserve to be in the semi-finals'
Springbok Sevens interim head coach Philip Snyman has lauded his team following their dramatic victory over New Zealand in the qua…
Ian Cameron
26 Jul 2024, 4:33
Olympic Sevens rugby quarter-finals line-up confirmed as France stumble
The line-up for the Olympics Sevens rugby quarter-finals have been confirmed in Paris.
Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2024, 10:05
Scotland call up Fraser Brown as coach exits
The Scotland Women's rugby team have confirmed that they have appointed Fraser Brown as a consultant coach.
Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2024, 9:38
Returning Fiji Sevens coach warns against writing off defending champs
Gareth Baber believes has warned against writing off defending Olympic Champions Fiji at the Rugby Sevens in Paris.
Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2024, 7:48
Louis Rees-Zammit runs length of the field TD in Chiefs training camp
Louis Rees-Zammit executed an impressive play involving a length-of-the-field punt return during a Kansas City Chiefs training cam…
Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2024, 7:22
Paris Olympics break all-time Sevens record attendance
Rugby sevens began the Olympic Games Paris 2024 with a notable first day at Stade de France. The event attracted a record single-d…
Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2024, 5:31
Northampton Saints to face Leinster this September
Northampton Saints will get an opportunity to exact revenge on Leinster when they face the Irish heavyweights in a preseason match…
Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2024, 5:04
Ex-All Blacks hooker Dane Coles confirms new coaching gig
The Wellington Lions have announced that former All Black Dane Coles will join as a spot coach for the 2024 Bunnings Warehouse NPC…
Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2024, 5:44
England age grade star Matt Protheroe signs for NZ club
Former England Under-18 and Under-20s star Matt Protheroe has made the rare move to New Zealand after being released at the end of…
Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2024, 4:15
Eddie Jones' Japan humbled by Italy in Sapporo
Eddie Jones' appalling run of results as head coach shows no sign of stopping after his Japan side were roundly walloped by 42-14 …
Ian Cameron
21 Jul 2024, 4:16
Sam Warburton's British & Irish Lions 23 has some major omissions
Former tour captain Sam Warburton has made some wild selections in his latest British & Irish Lions selection.
Ian Cameron
20 Jul 2024, 12:04
'Rugby really prepared me'- Louis Rees-Zammit grilled by NFL media
Louis Rees-Zammit has offered an update on progress at the Kansas City Chiefs, after he faced a media scrum at their recent traini…
Ian Cameron
20 Jul 2024, 5:46
'An absolutely disgraceful decision' - Gatland blasted over 'disgusting' call
Warren Gatland has been accused of "asking to be fired" after selecting Cory Hill to captain Wales for Friday’s clash with Queen…
Ian Cameron
18 Jul 2024, 12:18
Ciaran Frawley's career now hanging 'in the balance'
Former Ireland winger Luke Fitzgerald says that he thinks Ireland utility Ciaran Frawley needs to 'move on' if he isn't selected a…
Ian Cameron
18 Jul 2024, 9:51
British & Irish Lions free agent open to Super Rugby switch
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions player Jonathan Davies has said he is open to a move to Super Rugby after leaving the the S…
Ian Cameron
18 Jul 2024, 6:10
Saracens confirm signing of Harry Wilson
Saracens have confirmed the signing of Harry Wilson from Doncaster - a move first report by RugbyPass at the start of the month.
Ian Cameron
18 Jul 2024, 5:52
Montpellier take new French transfer trend to the extreme
Bernard Laporte's Montpellier are taking a growing trend in French rugby to the extreme by loaning out nearly one-fifth of their s…
Ian Cameron
15 Jul 2024, 11:16
France's Monday morning meeting: 'I was frankly shocked'
France’s tour of Argentina and Uruguay was overshadowed by the off-field behaviour of three squad members and was described as a…
Ian Cameron
15 Jul 2024, 7:44
Springboks call up 5 players as star leaves camp for 'personal reasons'
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has added five players to the squad for the final Test of the Castle Lager Incoming Series against …
Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2024, 10:52
'We've got to be really careful of that' - Alun Wyn Jones' Wales warning
Former Wales skipper and all time caps record holder Alun Wyn Jones has warned his former teammates of the danger of assuming a na…
Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2024, 7:37
Everyone is saying the same thing about the Doris-Kolbe incident
Saturday's Test match between Ireland and South Africa in Durban produced a dramatic finish for the ages that saw the series drawn…
Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2024, 5:57
Potential Rugby World Cup host cities descend on Washington DC
Potential Rugby World Cup host cities in the US have convened in Washington DC for a summit with World Rugby and USA Rugby.
Ian Cameron
12 Jul 2024, 14:45
There's only one way Ireland can grab rankings top spot from Boks
Ireland's rugby team faces a formidable task this weekend as they seek to regain the top spot in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings …
Ian Cameron
12 Jul 2024, 12:20
Andy Farrell makes 4 Ireland changes for second Boks test
Ireland has announced their team ahead of the crucial second Test against South Africa scheduled for this Saturday in Durban.
Ian Cameron
11 Jul 2024, 8:05
LNR issue statement in wake of 'unacceptable' Melvyn Jaminet clip
The Ligue Nationale de Rugby in France has condemned comments made by Toulon fullback Melvyn Jaminet in an accidentally released s…
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2024, 8:26
Joe Tekori mourns death of wife Helen, aged 44
Former Samoan international Joe Tekori has announced that his wife Helen has died at the age of 44.
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2024, 7:52
Olympic rugby sevens schedule confirmed for Paris 2024
The Paris 2024 Olympic rugby sevens match schedule has been unveiled with 16 days to go until the sport kicks off the games.
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2024, 7:16
Jake White's Bulls bring Sintu Manjezi back to Pretoria
The Bulls have signed Sintu Manjezi - who returns to Loftus Versfeld with a contract extending until 2028.
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2024, 9:04
Rassie Erasmus: 'Outspoken' Irish became full of themselves
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has accused the 'outspoken' Irish of becoming full of themselves, while also claiming there's…
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2024, 6:36
Scottish Rugby admit '35 jobs potentially at risk'
Scottish Rugby have revealed that 35 jobs are at risk at the union as they undergo a financial 'reset' due to losses sustained in …
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2024, 11:13
CEO of Premiership champs Northampton to step down
Northampton Saints have confirmed that the club’s Chief Executive Mark Darbon will be stepping down from his role in November - …
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2024, 5:45
Wallabies defectors granted early release but there's a catch
Rugby Australia has released their Wallaby defectors from their contracts early to join the NRL - it is being reported.
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2024, 4:27
Rugby league international played 'in front of a handful of people'
English rugby league fans' noses have been left firmly out of joint with their governing body over this weekend after a 'handful o…
Ian Cameron
30 Jun 2024, 8:53
Michael Hooper exits 'Australian Rugby' after failed Olympic 7s bid
Wallabies legend Michael Hooper has announced his 'immediate effect' retirement from 'Australian Rugby' - a decision confirmed by …
Ian Cameron
30 Jun 2024, 5:40
Joseph Dweba to spurn Sale Sharks offer
Joseph Dweba has reportedly declined an offer of a R1 million salary increase from Sale Sharks to remain with the DHL Stormers.
Ian Cameron
30 Jun 2024, 5:15
Toulouse player ratings vs Bordeaux | 2023/24 Top 14 final
Toulouse player ratings: A Top 14 final that will be remembered for being one of the most one-sided in recent memory might not hav…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2024, 16:50
French reports reveal Stuart Hogg's new salary at Montpellier
French media reports have revealed the new salary of former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg at cash-rich Top 14 outfit Montpellier.
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2024, 7:53
Referee Angus Gardner has withdrawn from the South Africa vs Ireland series
Australian official Angus Gardner has withdrawn from refereeing duties during the South Africa versus Ireland series for 'personal…
Ian Cameron
24 Jun 2024, 11:01
Springboks' back row stocks take yet another hit
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus faces another selection blow with Cameron Hanekom set to miss the Springboks' upcoming Test…
Ian Cameron
24 Jun 2024, 6:09
Springboks trapped in London amid airport chaos
The Springboks have found themselves trapped in London after their flight to South Africa was cancelled.
Ian Cameron
24 Jun 2024, 5:36
Olympic Sevens pools confirmed for Paris 2024
The pools for the Olympic rugby sevens competitions in Paris 2024 have been confirmed following the World Rugby Sevens Repechage t…
Ian Cameron
24 Jun 2024, 4:42
Toulouse and Bordeaux to contest Top 14 final amid red card mayhem in France
The Top 14 semi-finals saw both Toulouse and Bordeaux advance to the final after victories against La Rochelle and Stade Francais …
Ian Cameron
23 Jun 2024, 14:26
Team GB Sevens miss out on Olympics as Blitzboks grab final spot
Team Great Britain Sevens have sensationally missed out on the Olympic Games SVNS after the Blitzboks beat them in the final of th…
Ian Cameron
23 Jun 2024, 13:25
England call up lock to replace banned Charlie Ewels
Charlie Ewels has been handed a ban after he was red carded for his reckless clearout on Japanese captain Michael Leitch on Saturd…
Ian Cameron
23 Jun 2024, 5:15
Rassie Erasmus is not entirely happy with his Springboks
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus wasn't entirely happy with his Springboks despite their win against Wales at Twickenham on Saturday…
Ian Cameron
22 Jun 2024, 14:07
Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Bulls | 2023/24 URC Final
Glasgow Warriors player ratings: Glasgow defied the odds to beat the Bulls and lift the URC Final trophy in a thrilling win at Lo…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
22 Jun 2024, 13:00
England star branded 'reckless' to miss All Blacks Tests
England second row Charlie Ewels is set to miss his side's series against the All Blacks after getting red-carded against Japan.
…
Ian Cameron
22 Jun 2024, 9:56
New Saracens flyhalf starts as Barbarians name team for Fiji
The Barbarians have named their 23 man squad for the Killik Cup fixture against Fiji with Sam Whitelock leading the side at Twicke…
Ian Cameron
21 Jun 2024, 6:10
Bristol and Gloucester-Hartpury name teams for Allianz PWR Final
The line-ups for the upcoming Allianz PWR final have been confirmed, with Gloucester-Hartpury naming an unchanged side from their …
Ian Cameron
21 Jun 2024, 5:50
Courtney Lawes' new ProD2 club closing in on ex-Springbok
French Pro D2 club Brive is set to bolster their squad with the signing of Springbok back row Sikhumbuzo Notshe - according to rep…
Ian Cameron
17 Jun 2024, 12:15
Ex-Ireland centre among 5 rugby players standing trial in Bordeaux
Five former players from the French rugby club Grenoble will on trial today (Monday) in Bordeaux over allegations that three of th…
Ian Cameron
17 Jun 2024, 8:58
Five takeaways from Leinster's reality check loss to the Bulls
Another weekend, another Leinster's loss in a big knockout match. Three seasons now Leinster have been the best team in the URC an…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
16 Jun 2024, 10:19
'Damaging for Irish rugby' - Ex-Munster star blasts protected Leinster
Leinster are heading back to Dublin and the drawing board after their United Rugby Championship semi-final 25-20 to the Bulls at L…
Ian Cameron
16 Jun 2024, 7:14
Leinster player ratings vs Bulls | 2023/24 URC semi-final
Leinster player ratings: The men in blue may have sent the Ireland team in disguise to Pretoria but they struggled against a tacti…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Jun 2024, 11:00
Ulster confirm 2 star signing among 43-man squad for 2024/25
Ulster Rugby has announced its squad for the 2024/25 season - confirming it's two star signing among a 43-man strong squad for the…
Ian Cameron
13 Jun 2024, 11:06
Ex-Scotland star Stuart Hogg drops biggest hint yet on Test rugby return
Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg is reportedly eyeing a Test return with the national team following reports that he is set to …
Ian Cameron
10 Jun 2024, 9:38
Taqele Naiyaravoro 1 of 5 players released by Western Force
The Western Force has confirmed the exit of former Wallaby Taqele Naiyaravoro, who will leave the club alongside four other player…
Ian Cameron
10 Jun 2024, 6:15
The one Wales selection ripped as 'demoralising' by Ian Gough
Former Wales lock Ian Gough has criticized Cory Hill's unexpected international recall as "demoralising" for home-based players.
Ian Cameron
10 Jun 2024, 5:47
NFL superstar's new warning to rugby convert Louis Rees-Zammit
NFL superstar Travis Kelce has issued a warning to Louis Rees-Zammit as the rugby union convert attempts to transition to American…
Ian Cameron
09 Jun 2024, 6:46
Fresh blood as Rassie Erasmus names 35-man Springboks squad
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has named a 35-player squad for the team's first official training camp of the season, starti…
Ian Cameron
09 Jun 2024, 6:41
Leinster player ratings vs Ulster | 2023/24 URC quarter-finals
Leinster player ratings: Judging by this performance, you would have thought Ulster were the side that had been beaten twice this …
Ian Cameron
08 Jun 2024, 13:00
Ex-Ireland star reveals 'huge area of concern' for Ulster
Former Ireland backrow Stephen Ferris has identified a huge area of concern for Ulster as they face Leinster today in their URC qu…
Ian Cameron
08 Jun 2024, 7:21
Bath star among 8 rookies named in 39-man Italy squad
Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada has announced a preliminary squad of 39 players for a training camp in L'Aquila from 19 to 22 Jun…
Ian Cameron
07 Jun 2024, 8:04
Leinster and Ulster name teams for Irish URC quarter-final
Leinster and Ulster have both announced their teams for Saturday evening's URC quarter-final clash at the Aviva Stadium.
Ian Cameron
07 Jun 2024, 7:24
England U20s subjected to first half thrashing by Coventry
Coventry taught England U20s a valuable lesson as the club marked their 150th anniversary in style at Butts Park Arena.
Ian Cameron
26 May 2024, 8:52
Stephen Jones points finger of blame in Leinster loss
Sunday Times journalist Stephen Jones has pointed the finger of the blame in Leinster's lastest Investec Champions Cup final loss.…
Ian Cameron
26 May 2024, 5:18
Antoine Dupont wins the 2024 Investec Player of the Year
Toulouse captain Antoine Dupont has won the Investec Player of the Year award for the second time following his side's dramatic vi…
Ian Cameron
26 May 2024, 3:50
Eben Etzebeth: 'At club level this is by far the best memory'
Hollywoodbets Sharks captain Eben Etzebeth described his team’s 36-22 victory against Gloucester in the EPCR Challenge Cup final…
Ian Cameron
25 May 2024, 5:05
'You just can't do that' - Claims of foul play levelled at Etzebeth
Rugby pundit Ugo Monye has claimed Eben Etzebeth should have been yellow carded during the Challenge Cup final at Tottenham Hotspu…
Ian Cameron
24 May 2024, 16:16
Sharks player ratings vs Gloucester | EPCR Challenge Cup 2023/24
The Hollywoodbet Sharks' powerful forward pack laid the foundation for their convincing 36-22 win over Gloucester in the Challenge…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
24 May 2024, 15:54
The Springbok Ardie Savea 'always' tries to smash
Despite the apparent rivalry with South African lock Eben Etzebeth, New Zealand's Ardie Savea has revealed it's a different Spring…
Ian Cameron
24 May 2024, 9:23
'I would love to play with Dupont' - Ardie Savea on Top 14 switch
All Blacks star Ardie Savea has expressed a keen interest in the possibility of playing alongside French scrum-half Antoine Dupont…
Exclusive
Ian Cameron
24 May 2024, 7:44
French rugby's blockbuster TV deal leaves rival leagues in the dust
New figures reveal that the French Top 14 has significantly widened the revenue gap with other domestic rugby competitions, thanks…
Analysis
Ian Cameron
23 May 2024, 10:40
Uruguay add Munich to overall Challenger Series championship win
Uruguay's men's Sevens side added the Munich leg of the Challenger Series to their overall series victory, defeating tournament ho…
Ian Cameron
19 May 2024, 11:44
Germany qualify for Madrid play-offs in dramatic fashion
Germany's men's Sevens team have made the final of the Challenger Series in Munich but more importantly have booked a place in the…
Interview
Ian Cameron
19 May 2024, 8:14
Uruguay, Chile and Kenya all qualify for HSBC SVNS play-offs
Uruguay, Chile and Kenya have all qualified for the HSBC SVNS promotional play-offs in Madrid later this year following the quarte…
Ian Cameron
19 May 2024, 5:58
Six-man Germany keep dream alive with QF win in Munich
Germany kept their hopes of making the HSBC SVNS promotional play-off in Madrid alive despite playing much of their 19-17 quarter-…
Ian Cameron
19 May 2024, 5:23
Watch - Jasper Wiese sees red in last game for Leicester
Springbok back row Jasper Wiese signed off from Leicester Tigers with a red card after being sent off as his side beat Exeter Chie…
Ian Cameron
19 May 2024, 4:11
Five top Challenger Series teams through to quarters
The top five teams in the men’s Challenger Series standings secured quarter-final spots on Sunday at Dantestadion in Munich.
Ian Cameron
18 May 2024, 15:48
Challenger Series dominators China secure place in Madrid play-offs
The quarter-final match-ups, which will commence at 11am local time on Sunday were confirmed following Saturday's pool play. Argen…
Ian Cameron
18 May 2024, 13:01
Sevens 'gap is really not as big as it used to be'
Hong Kong China halfback Hugo Stiles says the gap between the Challenger Series and the HSBC SVNS series is narrowing.
Ian Cameron
18 May 2024, 10:47
'Our objective is to achieve first place, so we know the pressure'
Uruguay Sevens ace James McCubbin said he is pleased with his team's two-from-two display that booked their place in the quarter-f…
Ian Cameron
18 May 2024, 9:47
John Dawe: 'When they come out they come out in force'
The benefit of playing in front of a home crowd in Munich in World Rugby's HSBC Challenger Series final round hasn't been lost on …
Ian Cameron
18 May 2024, 7:24
Challenger Series host city Munich has a forgotten rugby past
Munich is set to host World Rugby's Challenger Series this weekend, the gatekeeper competition to the HSBC SVNS circuit.
Ian Cameron
17 May 2024, 12:21
