Josh Raisey

Just one Scot makes the ITV Six Nations XV

Scotland followed narrow losses to Ireland and England with wins over Italy and France, but their improvement wasn't reflected in …

Josh Raisey

17 Mar 2020, 9:43

Jonny May gives post-surgery update

The Leicester Tigers star was forced from the field after only eight minutes during England’s victory over Wales in the Guinness…

Josh Raisey

16 Mar 2020, 4:30

'Utterly shambolic' - Furious online reaction to Six Nations' last minute cancellation

Despite leaving it late, the Guinness Six Nations encounter between Wales and Scotland has eventually been postponed. 

Josh Raisey

13 Mar 2020, 9:53

Many people can't get their head around Wales Scotland going ahead

This year’s Six Nations Super Saturday has only the one solitary game, between Wales and Scotland, but that is a growing concern…

Josh Raisey

12 Mar 2020, 10:16

'Gutted' Sexton opens up about Ireland's coronavirus-hit Six Nations

A number of games have been postponed in this year’s Championship, including Ireland’s fixture with Italy last weekend in Dubl…

Josh Raisey

12 Mar 2020, 8:09

Ex-England captain fears Dublin 'trial by social media' for Joe Marler

There is a clear divide in opinion over the incident and Lewis Moody is concerned the English forward has been condemned on social…

Josh Raisey

11 Mar 2020, 3:59

Blaine Scully shares his retirement message on Twitter

The 32-year-old left the Cardiff Blues at the end of last season and has since been without a club, although he led his country at…

Josh Raisey

10 Mar 2020, 11:30

Japan's Top League suspended for three weeks after drug arrest

The suspension follows a two week hiatus that the league has had due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Josh Raisey

09 Mar 2020, 11:07

Rugby World Cup winner's Test career hangs in the balance after his decision to stay at Saracens

After reports emerged yesterday that Saracens and South Africa prop Vincent Koch will remain with his club in the Championship nex…

Josh Raisey

06 Mar 2020, 13:00

Wales share picture of injury doubt Dan Biggar at captain's run training

It looked as though the fly-half would miss out on this Test when he was forced off the field last weekend against Saracens with a…

Josh Raisey

06 Mar 2020, 7:26

Marler posts cryptic tweet after Eddie Jones' latest England selection

The coach has continued to push the envelope with his selections, attempting to remould players in different positions and adoptin…

Josh Raisey

05 Mar 2020, 10:15

Two new additions can't thwart Eddie's Six Nations selection masterplan

England have made two changes to their team to face Wales this weekend in the Six Nations from the one that beat Ireland two weeks…

Josh Raisey

05 Mar 2020, 9:01

Jonny Wilkinson spotted in England camp this week

England’s game is so heavily built upon kicking, so having a guru to call upon of the likes of the ex-World Rugby player of the …

Josh Raisey

05 Mar 2020, 2:09

The confusing Mako Vunipola fallout: RFU accused of overreacting, Saracens under fire for their response

What is clear is that England and Saracens cannot have completely different reactions to these circumstances without raising more …

Josh Raisey

04 Mar 2020, 10:46

Cheslin Kolbe spotted training with Super Rugby's Stormers

The South African franchise shared a photo on Instagram of the winger clad in their training kit, alongside Jamie Roberts in a ses…

Josh Raisey

04 Mar 2020, 5:01

IRFU under fire after Joey Carbery's season-ending setback

The Ireland international was already nursing a wrist injury but is now ruled out until 2020/21 pre-season after dealing with an a…

Josh Raisey

03 Mar 2020, 11:07

Biggar injury could force Pivac into surprise fly-half selection

Biggar sustained a knee injury while playing for Northampton Saints against Saracens over the weekend.

Josh Raisey

02 Mar 2020, 9:47

Politicians launch bid to prevent Six Nations going behind paywall

Fans and journalists have staunchly argued against the possibility of the Championship moving behind a paywall in 2022.

Josh Raisey

02 Mar 2020, 6:47

England fixture with Italy discussed in Parliament amid coronavirus fears

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock has addressed England’s upcoming fixture against Italy in the Six…

Josh Raisey

26 Feb 2020, 9:54

Cipriani shares final message before taking social media break

The grieving Gloucester out-half is taking a break from social media for Lent, but he reassured his followers that he will be back…

Josh Raisey

26 Feb 2020, 7:00

Williams reveals why he couldn't resist an earlier than planned exit from Saracens

The full-back was only due to move back to Wales at the end of the season, but the deal has been brought forward and he will be ab…

Josh Raisey

26 Feb 2020, 4:06

Fans believe Twickenham is the ideal stage to give Rees-Zammit a Test debut

Johnny McNicholl is likely to be promoted from the bench to face England and Liam Williams is conveniently nearing a return, but c…

Josh Raisey

26 Feb 2020, 1:43

Fresh concerns for North's future after his latest concussion

The 27-year-old came off the field in the eleventh minute against France last Saturday after clashing with Gael Fickou in the air,…

Josh Raisey

25 Feb 2020, 10:03

Sexton's ex-Ireland teammate tackles online abuse in wake of loss to England

The trolls got stuck into the Irish skipper's afternoon to forget at Twickenham where his wayward kicking was compounded by an err…

Josh Raisey

25 Feb 2020, 4:34

Officials in firing line after England's win over Ireland

Some of the officiating during England's Six Nations win over Ireland has come in for heavy criticism.

Josh Raisey

24 Feb 2020, 8:11

Cipriani admits planning to take his own life in emotional video

Danny Cipriani has released a video message today following the death of his ex-girlfriend Caroline Flack last Saturday.

Josh Raisey

21 Feb 2020, 6:06

Absent Bristol Bears player reveals he suffered stroke

Bristol Bears centre Will Hurrell has revealed that the injury that forced him from the field against Leicester Tigers in January …

Josh Raisey

21 Feb 2020, 5:38

'Some of what I've been reading will effect players' - Ex Wales wing hits out at 'armchair fans' and trolls

Former Wales international Tom James has addressed the “negativity” he has seen on social media following the announcement of …

Josh Raisey

21 Feb 2020, 4:09

'The sky's the limit' for Wade in the NFL

Sean McDermott, head coach of the NFL’s Buffalo Bills, has said that it is a “joy” to have Christian Wade in their team.

Josh Raisey

20 Feb 2020, 12:15

Rugby 'rotten from the core' - retiring ex-Ireland lock signs off with a bang

Former Ireland lock Dan Touhy has said that rugby is “starting to look like it’s rotten from the core”, after announcing his…

Josh Raisey

20 Feb 2020, 8:12

Nigel Owens' tremendous gesture to help clubs flooded by Storm Dennis

The hugely popular referee took to Twitter to offer his assistance to clubs in the UK whose clubhouses and pitches were left devas…

Josh Raisey

20 Feb 2020, 2:28

Growing campaign for Genge to start in place of the absent Vunipola

Eddie Jones will be in quandary as to who he will replace the Saracens loosehead with given the events of the Guinness Six Nations…

Josh Raisey

19 Feb 2020, 2:59

Fans warm to the prospect of some Wasps legends returning post-Young

Ever since the Welshman stepped back from his first-team duties last week, there has been plenty of speculation as to who could be…

Josh Raisey

18 Feb 2020, 11:29

Storm Dennis caused devastating damage to some UK grassroots clubs

A number of clubs in Wales and England have taken to Twitter to illustrate the full force the storm had on their pitches and clubh…

Josh Raisey

17 Feb 2020, 7:51

The verdict is in on the Kolbe-at-No10 experiment

Speed meant there was never any doubt the 26-year-old was going to cause havoc at fly-half, but there was a huge amount more requi…

Josh Raisey

17 Feb 2020, 5:14

The 'Came through the RFU Championship' XV

The RFU Championship has received a lot of attention over the past few days after the Rugby Football Union’s decision to cut its…

Josh Raisey

15 Feb 2020, 3:11

The ProD2 adjustment the RFU Championship could make

Former Bath prop Kane Palma-Newport, who is currently playing for US Colomiers in France’s second division, has weighed in on th…

Josh Raisey

13 Feb 2020, 11:33

Louw capture the latest example of Quins following Sale's South African model

The London club's tactic of recruiting South African players under Paul Gustard is not new in the Gallagher Premiership as Steve D…

Josh Raisey

13 Feb 2020, 10:53

Slade's inclusion leaves fans hopeful of an England midfield revival

The Exeter midfielder is in the 25-man Test squad for rehabilitation alongside partner Manu Tuilagi ahead of Ireland’s visit to …

Josh Raisey

13 Feb 2020, 3:48

Even a current England player has called the RFU's Championship budget cut 'pure garbage'

The Rugby Football Union have faced an almighty backlash after announcing it will be slashing its Championship funding by almost h…

Josh Raisey

13 Feb 2020, 2:21

Last thing Eddie Jones needed was Dombrandt winning an award on same day he was ignored by England

Fans have criticised the England boss after a 25-man training squad ahead of the contest against Ireland listed a back row devoid …

Josh Raisey

12 Feb 2020, 9:19

Why fans are saluting Dai Young despite his trophy-less stint at Wasps

The ex-Wales prop, who has been at the club since 2011, has been replaced by Lee Blackett on an interim basis which starts with Sa…

Josh Raisey

11 Feb 2020, 11:34

Henson wades into Russell row with stinging rebuke for senior player groups

The Racing 92 player has been the centre of attention after going home from the Scotland training camp ahead of the Six Nations...…

Josh Raisey

11 Feb 2020, 8:13

Fans in Wales hoping Young's situation with Wasps can tempt him home

Having been with Wasps since 2011, the ex-Wales prop is currently enduring a tricky spell with the two-time Heineken Cup winners …

Josh Raisey

11 Feb 2020, 6:47

Hartley says weekend's events threaten to 'end rugby as you know it'

The former England captain has has his say on a number of incidents that sparked controversy as England beat Scotland on Saturday.…

Josh Raisey

10 Feb 2020, 9:32

A familiar problem continues to plague the French

France raced to an early lead against Italy, and dominated the opening 20 minutes of the match with tries from Teddy Thomas and Ch…

Josh Raisey

10 Feb 2020, 3:45

Why England are in dire need of greater competition at scrum-half

Having an edge to selection is often the bedrock upon which great teams are formed, but Eddie Jones has lost out in that departmen…

Josh Raisey

07 Feb 2020, 8:43

Forgotten Irish backrow closing in on return to rugby after horror injury

Ireland and Leinster flanker Dan Leavy has given an update on his long road to recovery following a devastating knee injury last M…

Josh Raisey

07 Feb 2020, 8:38

Shock as Castres hooker gets away with lenient ban for heinous clear-out

In the most recent round of Top 14 action, Marc-Antoine Rallier saw red for a hit that was simply despicable in the modern game.

Josh Raisey

07 Feb 2020, 5:01

Tompkins' promotion from the bench is proving popular

After the 42-0 victory over Italy last weekend, the main question was what Wayne Pivac would do with George North, Johnny McNichol…

Josh Raisey

07 Feb 2020, 1:35

England fans decide whether Eddie Jones has addressed the issues flagged in France

After a humbling loss in Paris, there were vocal demands all week for changes and the coach has responded by making five to the st…

Josh Raisey

06 Feb 2020, 7:48

French international punished for trying to feign injury

The incident featuring Geoffrey Doumayrou was handled brilliantly by referee Thomas Charabas in La Rochelle’s contest with Montp…

Josh Raisey

06 Feb 2020, 6:12

Fans point fingers after Fox Sports ends 25-year association with Australian rugby

The TV company has been a dominant player in Australia since the sport turned professional, but its imminent departure has left Ru…

Josh Raisey

05 Feb 2020, 14:25

Watson injury opens door for uncapped 23-year-old sensation

Following confirmation that Anthony Watson won't be travelling to Edinburgh due to injury, there has been a show of online support…

Josh Raisey

05 Feb 2020, 12:00

Brown provides update on recovery after knee surgery

The 72-cap England international went for an operation after playing through the beginning of this campaign with a knee complaint.…

Josh Raisey

05 Feb 2020, 10:19

The Curry at No8 debate rages on

Whenever a player is played out of position, they are often the first one to be blamed when the result goes badly... this is the t…

Josh Raisey

05 Feb 2020, 1:40

Why fans fear Andy Farrell's Irish evolution is moving too slowly

The Englishman is supposed to be moving Ireland on from the Joe Schmidt era but supporters fear his XV for Wales is too similar to…

Josh Raisey

04 Feb 2020, 9:31

The sole positive from England's loss to France

Eddie Jones' side were well beaten in Paris but despite being 24 points down with 20 minutes remaining, they still managed to do s…

Josh Raisey

04 Feb 2020, 4:06

Fears are growing that the Finn Russell issue runs far deeper than first thought

It was hoped the Scotland star's omission from the Test squad might last just one game, but he hasn't been included for Six Nation…

Josh Raisey

04 Feb 2020, 2:56

Harlequins team-mates pay tribute to departing Robshaw who is due for MLR talks this week

After 16 years at the Stoop, the former England skipper's announcement that he will leave at the end of this season and likely joi…

Josh Raisey

04 Feb 2020, 1:35

The reason why everyone thinks France are ready to challenge for the Six Nations

In a match where England had significantly more possession, territory and carries, they found it almost impossible to penetrate th…

Josh Raisey

03 Feb 2020, 6:57

Why are referees ignoring the rules around rucking conga?

Exeter Chiefs are often associated with this conga, shown clearly in their recent Premiership Rugby Cup match against Harlequins.

Josh Raisey

03 Feb 2020, 4:41

Rees-Zammit mania continues among Welsh fans despite his exclusion

The hysteria surrounding the Gloucester winger over the past few weeks has barely been seen before for a player so young... and it…

Josh Raisey

30 Jan 2020, 11:24

England fans wary after France name fear inducing backline

The new era of French rugby has begun under Fabien Galthié after he named a young and exciting team to face England in the Six Na…

Josh Raisey

30 Jan 2020, 10:07

Fans satisfied that form players have been rewarded by Scotland

Gregor Townsend has made ten changes from their last outing, a reshuffle that includes the inclusion of uncapped Australian-born b…

Josh Raisey

30 Jan 2020, 5:06

Wales fans warming to an alternative to putting North at No13

While Jonathan Davies and Willis Halaholo are still set to miss the entire tournament, Wayne Pivac’s problems have eased with th…

Josh Raisey

29 Jan 2020, 9:39

The timing of the France 2023 RWC pool draw has caused upset

There were 18 months between the 2015 RWC final and the group stage draw for Japan 2019, but that window to get better results has…

Josh Raisey

29 Jan 2020, 7:48

How the Murray-ahead-of-Cooney selection went down with Irish fans

The Ireland No9 shirt for the Guinness Six Nations opener against Scotland has been the subject of much debate over the course of …

Josh Raisey

29 Jan 2020, 5:39

Fiji fans feel Cotter is the right appointment to take them forward

It has been known for some time that the Kiwi would be leaving Montpellier at the end of this season, but his choice of destinatio…

Josh Raisey

28 Jan 2020, 11:14

Matsushima's confirmed switch from Japan to France could be a game-changer

It's a rare enough occurrence for a Japanese player at the top of his game to take his chances in the Top 14, but there are hopes …

Josh Raisey

28 Jan 2020, 9:56

Farrell's first XV isn't the revolution some Ireland fans hoped for

With the Englishman finally taking the reins after working under Joe Schmidt since 2016, a contingent of Irish fans had their fing…

Josh Raisey

28 Jan 2020, 9:13

Beaumont's radical suggestion met with mixed reaction

World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont has shown an interest in a major change in the laws of rugby.

Josh Raisey

27 Jan 2020, 9:02

Fans question Jones over Dombrandt exclusion as Harlequins star shines again

The powerful back-row was one of a number of notable Harlequins players to miss out when Eddie Jones named his England squad last …

Josh Raisey

27 Jan 2020, 4:44

Scottish fans welcome the one silver lining to their terrible week

It's been Six Nations torture so far for the Scots, Darcy Graham's injury on Friday following Thursday's confirmation that naughty…

Josh Raisey

25 Jan 2020, 4:16

It's the Bloodgate versus Salarygate showdown

This is the first league match since it was announced that reigning champions Saracens will be relegated to the Championship at th…

Josh Raisey

24 Jan 2020, 10:23

Fans slam 'mind-boggling' Champions Cup quarter-final schedule

The annual four-match feast of quarter-final rugby has been ruined as fans will only be able to watch two of the three matches sch…

Josh Raisey

24 Jan 2020, 7:56

Nick Easter's radical salary suggestion for Saracens in the Championship

The former England and Harlequins No8 has explained on Twitter how relegation could serve the dethroned Premiership champions well…

Josh Raisey

24 Jan 2020, 2:20

Zebo's cryptic Finn Russell Tweets are perlexing the internet

Simon Zebo, club teammate of Scotland’s Finn Russell, has left a series of cryptic Tweets after the Scot returned to Racing 92 f…

Josh Raisey

23 Jan 2020, 9:25

Upset Scotland fans hit out at the SRU after Finn Russell's sanction

Given the considerable impact this decision could have on Gregor Townsend’s team, it's understandable the Scottish public want m…

Josh Raisey

23 Jan 2020, 7:14

Backlash from fans over RFU's potential U-turn on England not picking overseas-based players

The RFU announced in 2010 that any overseas player after the 2011 World Cup would not be selected for England unless there were 'e…

Josh Raisey

23 Jan 2020, 5:55

Reactions are mixed to Leicester's latest coaching reshuffle

Ex-England captain Steve Borthwick is set to finish his time working under Eddie Jones and link up at Welford Road as head coach u…

Josh Raisey

21 Jan 2020, 12:01

Beauden Barrett copies Wilkinson tactic to solve his game's biggest weakness

Despite being named the World Rugby player of the year on two occasions, one area of the New Zealand star's armoury comes in for r…

Josh Raisey

21 Jan 2020, 9:58

Zebo's bold claim about his Racing team-mate's current form heading into the Six Nations

The Parisian club's outside centre bagged two tries in the first half at Saracens last Sunday, running in from 40 metres for their…

Josh Raisey

21 Jan 2020, 5:36

Eddie Jones has baffled fans with his England scrum-half selection

This is a burst of young players in what was already a fairly youthful England team, but options remain limited at No9 as the coac…

Josh Raisey

21 Jan 2020, 3:15

Ex-England hooker's tweets explain key advantage Saracens had with their bigger squad

Having a host of internationals and an academy set-up that produced high-class player after high-class player allowed the north Lo…

Josh Raisey

21 Jan 2020, 2:02

The position that Eddie Jones forgot to select?

Eddie Jones has named his 34-man England squad for the upcoming Six Nations, and, as expected, there has been a significant overha…

Josh Raisey

20 Jan 2020, 14:36

Cryptic Brits post leaves people guessing

Having won the recent World Cup with the Springboks, the former Bulls hooker brought the curtain down on his career by appearing f…

Josh Raisey

18 Jan 2020, 5:48

Saracens fans demand an official update from the club

The club held a players/staff meeting Friday morning but nothing official was confirmed in its aftermath and fans want answers as …

Josh Raisey

18 Jan 2020, 3:38

Rival fans take great delight that Saracens are set for the drop

The reigning European and English champions now have a matter of days to show that they are working within the salary cap for the …

Josh Raisey

17 Jan 2020, 7:03

Ex-Saracens boss has his say on club's threatened automatic relegation

As revealed by RugbyPass on Thursday, Saracens have been told they have a matter of days to comply with the salary cap or face aut…

Josh Raisey

17 Jan 2020, 3:08

Roberts' ex-teammate wants more European players to make the move south

The Welsh centre left Bath with immediate effect on Thursday and is set to team up with the Cape Town-based Stormers ahead of the …

Josh Raisey

17 Jan 2020, 1:21

Fans hail du Preez's Scotland recall after his unique and harrowing injury

The Worcester back row has been called up to Gregor Townsend’s squad for the Six Nations two years after he earned his sixth and…

Josh Raisey

16 Jan 2020, 6:52

Wales' 60-cap rule is again causing confusion on both sides of the Severn

The presence of ten English-based players in Wayne Pivac’s Wales squad for the Six Nations has reopened the debate surrounding t…

Josh Raisey

16 Jan 2020, 2:40

England's Freddie Burns revels in younger brother's Ireland call-up

The Ulster fly-half is one of five uncapped players in Andy Farrell’s squad, alongside provincial team-mate Tom O’Toole and Le…

Josh Raisey

15 Jan 2020, 11:15

Fans react to Tompkins' Wales call-up: 'England, what have you done?'

The 24-year-old Saracens midfielder comes in during an injury crisis at outside centre which sees the likes of Jonathan Davies and…

Josh Raisey

15 Jan 2020, 10:24

Boks fans change tune about Proudfoot's controversial England comment

Following the confirmation on Monday that the South African forwards coach is joining England, some Springboks fans were critical …

Josh Raisey

15 Jan 2020, 7:04

Reinach: My 'impossibly hard decision' to leave Saints

The recent World Cup winner with South Africa arrived at the Saints from Super Rugby’s Sharks and soon became a fan favourite wh…

Josh Raisey

14 Jan 2020, 10:28

Anger grips Scotland after revelation that SRU's top executive was paid £933,000 last year

The Offside Line website has revealed that fees and salaries for all the Scottish Rugby Union's company directors jumped from £1.…

Josh Raisey

14 Jan 2020, 8:38

Why Gloucester had to move quickly to pen Rees-Zammit down to contract extension

Had the 18-year-old not signed this new deal, it would have been bitterly disappointing for the English club to have lost the Wels…

Josh Raisey

14 Jan 2020, 3:17

Steve Borthwick's revised England role leaves fans confused

With new forwards coach Matt Proudfoot fresh from guiding the Springboks to World Cup glory, some fans are perplexed by his predec…

Josh Raisey

14 Jan 2020, 1:45

The George North/Josh Adams experiment that will pique Wayne Pivac's interest this weekend

Wayne Pivac currently has a dearth of options in the No13 Wales Test shirt, with first-choice Jonathan Davies, Willis Halaholo and…

Josh Raisey

10 Jan 2020, 8:48

Munster crisis over for now, but fears remain over Hanrahan

With Joey Carbery and Tyler Bleyendaal off-limits due to injury, fans of the Irish province are concerned that the hamstrung Hanra…

Josh Raisey

10 Jan 2020, 6:21

Quins fans not amused by Alex Dombrandt's selection for Friday's European dead rubber

With the London club out of the running for European qualification, some people can't understand why the back row will face Bath w…

Josh Raisey

10 Jan 2020, 1:59

No sign of 'Rees-Zammit for Wales' calls dying down ahead of the Six Nations

The 18-year-old enjoyed a barnstorming December with Gloucester, racking up five Gallagher Premiership tries to win the league's p…

Josh Raisey

09 Jan 2020, 9:15

Toulon owner follows through on Rhys Webb threat

In the first fixture since Toulon owner Bernard Lemaitre suggested Ospreys-bound scrumhalf Rhys Webb will not play for the club ag…

Josh Raisey

09 Jan 2020, 7:05

Size differences in No8s across the Premiership, PRO14 and Top 14

RugbyPass assesses the heights and weights of the various No8s that started league matches in France, England and the PRO14 last w…

Josh Raisey

09 Jan 2020, 6:00

Ulster's unusual tactic to ensure kickers are prepared for Clermont's cauldron

Stade Michelin has a reputation for being one of the most intimidating venues on the European circuit and it has left the Irish pr…

Josh Raisey

08 Jan 2020, 10:23

Jacques Burger let's slip the reason he turned down defence coach role at RWC

Former captain Jacques Burger has made some telling comments about the state of Namibian rugby following a restructure of the nati…

Josh Raisey

06 Jan 2020, 10:00

Andy Goode calls attention to annoying rugby 'bugbear'

There are certain laws in rugby, and indeed all sports, where players will continuously try to push their luck.

Josh Raisey

06 Jan 2020, 6:44

High tackles grab headlines again and it's not just Farrell's latest effort

High tackles were at the centre of attention again in round eight of the Gallagher Premiership as cards were, or more importantly,…

Josh Raisey

06 Jan 2020, 4:48

Many Scotland fans are happy Jonny Gray is going to Exeter Chiefs

There are fears the lock's exit is another sign of Glasgow's slow, distressing drift away from rugby's top table, but the upside i…

Josh Raisey

04 Jan 2020, 2:13

Webb's sudden Six Nations eligibility has sparked lively Welsh scrum-half debate

Gareth Davies, Tomos Williams and Aled Davies were the three scrum-halves Warren Gatland brought to the World Cup, but Wayne Pivac…

Josh Raisey

03 Jan 2020, 10:50

Bath's world-class back row is finally starting together for the first time in two years

It has been ages since the Rec-based club managed to have Francois Louw, Sam Underhill and Taulupe Faletau wearing the starting ba…

Josh Raisey

03 Jan 2020, 9:10

Fans call for more Nakarawa-like signings to stem the tide at faltering Glasgow

Leone Nakarawa’s return to Glasgow Warriors is hopefully the beginning of a number of new signings for many supporters of the cl…

Josh Raisey

02 Jan 2020, 12:53

Dombrandt omission sparks Harlequins rumour mill

Harlequins have announced their team to head north and face Sale Sharks on Friday night and Alex Dombrandt’s absence has raised …

Josh Raisey

02 Jan 2020, 8:05

The very mixed reaction to Nigel Wray's departure bombshell

Nigel Wray has left a mixed legacy throughout the rugby world after he announced his departure as Chairman of Saracens with immedi…

Josh Raisey

02 Jan 2020, 7:41

Wasps team versus Harlequins hailed the strongest this season

After a tough start to the season, Wasps’ injury woes look to be coming to an end, and fans feel the team to face Harlequins at …

Josh Raisey

21 Dec 2019, 1:11

Bastareaud the butt of weather jokes as he adjusts to winter in New York

The former France midfielder captured the rugby imagination when his MLR move was announced but it hasn't been all plain sailing f…

Josh Raisey

20 Dec 2019, 10:29

Leicester respond to fans querying Saturday's team selection

Every move Tigers are making this season is the subject of severe scrutiny by their fans, and the club have taken to social media …

Josh Raisey

20 Dec 2019, 6:43

It's an All Blacks clean sweep as they take all four semi-final spots in player of the decade vote

World Rugby have left it to the fans to decide who should be player of the decade and the round-by-round vote has been dominated b…

Josh Raisey

20 Dec 2019, 3:01

Scotland have just lost 207 caps of experience through retirements, but fans still hopeful of bright future

The quick succession exits of John Barclay, Tommy Seymour and Greig Laidlaw have taken a wealth of experience out of Scotland but …

Josh Raisey

20 Dec 2019, 1:55

Stuart Hogg leads the praise as Scotland players react to Greig Laidlaw's retirement

Since making his debut in 2010, the 34-year-old amassed the second-most points in Scotland’s history - 714 - and captained them …

Josh Raisey

19 Dec 2019, 8:50

The Mtawarira MLR move has sparked an intriguing online debate

The United States’ Major League Rugby has welcomed another superstar of the game to the league after it was announced on Wednesd…

Josh Raisey

19 Dec 2019, 5:56

World Rugby lets fans vote for player of the decade

With just days now left remaining in the 2010s, the game's global governing body have come up with a novel way of allowing support…

Josh Raisey

18 Dec 2019, 8:16

Twitter erupts as clue dropped on the next superstar to sign for MLR

The United States’ Major League Rugby (MLR) is set to have another star name join the league, according to Americas Rugby News w…

Josh Raisey

18 Dec 2019, 6:42

Richie McCaw's law change suggestion proves popular with fans

New Zealand's two-time World Cup-winning captain has suggested one radical change should be made in rugby and his idea has been mu…

Josh Raisey

18 Dec 2019, 6:00

Why the Ford-Farrell axis was England's best 10-12 combination over the past four years

The Test level partnership of the Leicester and Saracens playmakers has been Eddie Jones' go-to, the coach picking them together f…

Josh Raisey

18 Dec 2019, 3:15

Irish fans suspect it's the end of an era after Rob Kearney's omission

With the veteran full-back set to be 37 by the time of the next World Cup in France, Andy Farrell has decided to omit him from his…

Josh Raisey

17 Dec 2019, 1:33

'It's just sad to me and smacks more of an illness than nefariousness'

Following ex-Wales scrumhalf Rob Howley’s ban for breaching betting rules, a tonne of support has poured in for the former coach…

Josh Raisey

16 Dec 2019, 9:31

Jones faces No.8 selection dilemma

Only months after Eddie Jones opted to take one specialist No.8 to the Rugby World Cup, it has quickly become one of the most comp…

Josh Raisey

16 Dec 2019, 8:17

Irish fans hit peak Cooney-hype; demand the Ulster 9 starts Six Nations

Ulster’s John Cooney has cemented himself as many fans’ favourite to start for Ireland at the Six Nations, as he continued his…

Josh Raisey

16 Dec 2019, 6:15

Brown provides surgery update as he faces long road to recovery

Harlequins fullback Mike Brown has provided an update on Instagram following his recent knee surgery. 

Josh Raisey

16 Dec 2019, 3:31

Size differences in No.7s in the Premiership, PRO14 and Top 14

RugbyPass assesses the heights and weights of the various opensides that started league matches in France, England and the PRO14 a…

Josh Raisey

15 Dec 2019, 0:59

Gloucester selection raises eyebrows and ire ahead of crucial European clash

The fortunes of Gloucester have changed a lot in the past week. The Cherry and Whites went from rock bottom of Pool Five in the Ch…

Josh Raisey

14 Dec 2019, 3:39

The awards keep on coming for in-demand Kolisi

It's has been a whirlwind time for the Springboks captain since skippering his country to World Cup glory and the celebrations con…

Josh Raisey

13 Dec 2019, 5:28

John Cooney's cryptic message after recent upturn in form

The Ulster half-back must be hoping new Ireland boss Andy Farrell likes his poetry after taking to social media to post a curious …

Josh Raisey

12 Dec 2019, 7:58

Fans feel for overlooked Scott Robertson

Ian Foster and Scott Robertson each had one main selling point in their race to become the new All Blacks coach.

Josh Raisey

11 Dec 2019, 15:02

A two-year contract for Ian Foster keeps the door ajar for Warren Gatland

New All Blacks coach Ian Foster has been signed on for a two-year contract. Some fans have speculated that this could pave the way…

Josh Raisey

11 Dec 2019, 14:15

Fans clamouring for more change at struggling Leicester

Reports emerged on Tuesday that Tigers have parted company with assistant coach Mark Bakewell, but supporters feel much more needs…

Josh Raisey

11 Dec 2019, 10:23

Controversial try off the kicking tee in France only eventually disallowed after review

There was brief consternation in a ProD2 match last weekend when a score in the corner created from a kick off the kicking tee was…

Josh Raisey

11 Dec 2019, 8:37

15 for 10: Toulon - an all-decade XV

The RugbyPass series crosses the Channel for a look at a French club that came from nowhere to dominate the European landscape in …

Josh Raisey

11 Dec 2019, 2:29

Here's proof that last Sunday wasn't the first time Cipriani pulled off that bizarre kick

Gloucester beat Connacht in last weekend's Champions Cup round three, but the main talking point has been whether or not their mav…

Josh Raisey

10 Dec 2019, 8:04

Watch: Painful footage of Lood de Jager injury is released

The 26-year-old Springbok left the pitch clutching his left shoulder after 21 minutes of the Rugby World Cup final against England…

Josh Raisey

09 Dec 2019, 8:49

England's 'Unluckiest XV' of the last decade

This has been a mixed decade for the England rugby team, filled with some great highs and all-time nadirs.

Josh Raisey

09 Dec 2019, 7:39

The jaw-dropping Crusaders stat that favours Robertson's All Black ambitions

As New Zealand grows ever closer to finding out who will be the next All Blacks coach, broadcaster Scotty Stevenson revealed a sta…

Josh Raisey

09 Dec 2019, 6:14

Munster fans still wary of depleted Saracens

Prioritising Premiership survival following a 35-point salary cap deduction, the London club are fielding a much-changed XV in Lim…

Josh Raisey

07 Dec 2019, 0:47

Nakarawa's sacking has fans of other European clubs pleading for him to join them

With the ball-playing Fijian now kicked out at Racing, fans of other clubs around Europe are salivating at the prospect that he is…

Josh Raisey

06 Dec 2019, 6:35

Desperate Ospreys fans fear quick fix

The news that former Grand Slam-winning coach Mike Ruddock has joined the struggling Ospreys on a short-term basis has been welcom…

Josh Raisey

05 Dec 2019, 9:16

The 'loss that continues to haunt NZ Rugby'

The life of an All Blacks winger is alarmingly short and Bristol Bears’ Charles Piutau can attest to that.

Josh Raisey

04 Dec 2019, 9:58

The tried and tested Bok trick that lies in wait for 2021 Lions

The schedule for the British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa in 2021 has been announced, and it involves eight matches in fiv…

Josh Raisey

04 Dec 2019, 8:12

British and Irish League debate is dismissed as a deflection tactic

It was in Wales last Friday when it was claimed by the Ospreys hierarchy that a British and Irish League would be formed in 2022. …

Josh Raisey

04 Dec 2019, 2:28

Swoop for another Fijian winger sees NRL journalist hit out at Rugby Australia

Rugby Australia have a penchant for signing Pacific Island players and their latest raid - this time from rival code NRL - has dra…

Josh Raisey

03 Dec 2019, 10:25

Brits' farewell message after 'craziest month' of his life

The veteran Springboks' story these past 18 months has warmed the hearts of rugby fans the world over, from retirement to World Cu…

Josh Raisey

03 Dec 2019, 5:13

Ex-Leicester teammates call for stay of execution for Murphy

Leicester Tigers’ heavy derby defeat to Northampton Saints on Saturday has meant that the pressure is mounting on head coach Geo…

Josh Raisey

02 Dec 2019, 9:05

Teammate and former England player backs Thacker to wear the rose

After playing a key part in Bristol Bears’ pulsating 27-27 draw with London Irish on Sunday, Harry Thacker’s credentials for a…

Josh Raisey

02 Dec 2019, 5:54

Bundee Aki: 'I never' questioned allegiance

Ireland international Bundee Aki has laid to rest weeks of speculation that he may be moving abroad by signing a three-year deal w…

Josh Raisey

30 Nov 2019, 5:10

Some England fans are questioning O'Shea over his record with Italy

There was a lot of love going around on Friday morning when the Irishman was announced as the RFU's new performance director, but …

Josh Raisey

29 Nov 2019, 9:44

Pocock scoops a very non-rugby award

The Wallaby back row's Test career was the envy of many but he just picked up a prestigious award in Australia for very different …

Josh Raisey

29 Nov 2019, 4:15

Eben Etzebeth checks in for work at Toulon

With their World Cup celebrations now over, Eben Etzebeth is the latest European-based Springbok to check-in for the winter club d…

Josh Raisey

28 Nov 2019, 9:29

Launchbury compared to legends Dallaglio and Shaw after agreeing new deal

With Wasps struggling to compete for trophies, their skipper must have been tempted to jump ship and play his club rugby elsewhere…

Josh Raisey

28 Nov 2019, 8:47

Uproar after Bourgarit's eye-gouging gets ban just two weeks worse than Addison's badly-timed tackle

European rugby disciplinary hearings handed out punishments on Wednesday after last weekend's round two action that have left fans…

Josh Raisey

28 Nov 2019, 5:07

Ospreys boss: Rugby's most unwanted job?

After winning just one of their opening eight games of the season, the Ospreys have parted ways with head coach Allen Clarke.

Josh Raisey

27 Nov 2019, 10:07

'My oh my' - How the rugby world reacted to Radradra to Bristol

Bristol Bears announced one of the biggest signings in recent years on Wednesday, as Fiji and Bordeaux star Semi Radradra is set t…

Josh Raisey

27 Nov 2019, 6:33

Radradra's mouthwatering potential partnership with All Blacks star

Bristol Bears shocked the rugby world on Wednesday by announcing the signing of one of the most in-demand players on the planet, F…

Josh Raisey

27 Nov 2019, 3:27

Why England haemorrhaging coaches won't faze Jones

England’s confirmation that attacking coach Scott Wisemantel will move on from his position may not come as a surprise to many.

Josh Raisey

27 Nov 2019, 1:47

Fans' message to Premiership Rugby: Audit all the clubs now, not just Saracens

Rival clubs are still suspicious of Saracens despite their salary cap punishment, but fans belives any mid-seaosn audit should cov…

Josh Raisey

26 Nov 2019, 9:54

Halaholo hits back at his Welsh critics after ACL injury

It has been a difficult week for the Cardiff Blues midfielder after his criticised Welsh squad call-up was followed by his likely …

Josh Raisey

26 Nov 2019, 8:13

World Cup fatigue? Nobody told these England players

A Rugby World Cup is not simply six weeks of rugby, it is the end of months of preparation for the players, which can take a while…

Josh Raisey

25 Nov 2019, 8:04

The ridiculous Jack Willis turnover rate stat

Prior to their Challenge Cup contest with Agen at the Ricoh Arena over the weekend, Wasps shared an impressive stat about flanker …

Josh Raisey

25 Nov 2019, 7:49

Has Jonny May's latest omission by Leicester revealed the extent of his RWC injury?

Tigers have made use of all but one of their England World Cup contingent since their return from Japan.

Josh Raisey

22 Nov 2019, 7:06

Dyantyi sends message as doping hearing looms

It has been months since samples provided by the up-and-coming South African talent produced positive results, but he has revealed…

Josh Raisey

22 Nov 2019, 5:04

There has been a whole lot of Twitter love for Toby Booth joining Harlequins

The former London Irish boss stepped away from Bath last summer but he hasn't been out of the Premiership for long after getting a…

Josh Raisey

22 Nov 2019, 1:34

Public sentiment no longer behind Giteau's Law?

There are changes afoot in Australian rugby with new coach Dave Rennie arriving in 2020.

Josh Raisey

21 Nov 2019, 8:26

Mixed reaction to Glasgow's appointment of Wilson as Rennie's successor

It was always going to be a tough task for the Warriors to recruit a coach of similar calibre to the Super Rugby winner who will l…

Josh Raisey

21 Nov 2019, 3:44

UN law quoted after Kerevi's Fijian comments spark eligibility debate

The Wallabies player wasn't too happy that the comments he made about Fiji were allegedly taken out of context, but the freedom to…

Josh Raisey

20 Nov 2019, 10:53

Gavin Henson queries residency rules after two more Kiwis become 'Welsh'

It was a long time ago when the maverick ball player won his last Wales cap - August 2011 - but he is still not shy speaking up ab…

Josh Raisey

20 Nov 2019, 3:35

Some fans believe Marmion's Connacht extension is first sign of salary cap fall-out at Saracens

With the scrum-half deciding to stay on at Connacht, some feel it's a first sign that Saracens' salary cap punishment by Premiersh…

Josh Raisey

19 Nov 2019, 10:43

The broken leg heroics of Leicester's Sam Aspland-Robinson

The winger had an injury-plagued time at Harlequins and while that misfortune has now continued at Leicester, his selflessness las…

Josh Raisey

19 Nov 2019, 9:45

The depressing reaction to Justin Tipuric's rumoured move

Reports emerged over the weekend in The Rugby Paper that Wales and British and Irish Lions flanker Justin Tipuric could make a £5…

Josh Raisey

18 Nov 2019, 10:34

Salary cap scandal: Which Premiership club is next in the firing line?

Reigning Champions Cup and Gallagher Premiership winners Saracens released a statement confirming they will not contest the fine a…

Josh Raisey

18 Nov 2019, 10:04

Samu Kerevi addresses outrage at Fiji switch reports

Wallabies centre Samu Kerevi caused quite a stir recently with comments made at a function in Fiji about switching allegiances ahe…

Josh Raisey

18 Nov 2019, 7:38

Saracens in no way weak heading to Paris despite so many missing players

With so much focus foisted on Saracens in the wake of the salary cap scandal, it has crept under the radar that the XV chosen to f…

Josh Raisey

15 Nov 2019, 9:19

Is this the weekend that could turn Leicester Tigers' miserable season around?

Having fluffed their lines in 2018/19, it has been a miserable start to 2019/20 for the East Midlands club who hope the return of …

Josh Raisey

15 Nov 2019, 6:29

Clive Woodward left perplexed by Shaun Edwards' latest move

Twelve years after England previously missed out on the former Wasps coach, the 2003 World Cup-winning boss is bemused that France…

Josh Raisey

14 Nov 2019, 10:20

Sonny Bill Williams is unveiled by his new Canadian side... in London

Super League newcomers Toronto Wolfpack made sure they grabbed the media spotlight in England by unveiling the former All Black at…

Josh Raisey

14 Nov 2019, 9:14

World Rugby's 'agreement' with the SRU hasn't gone down well in Scotland

A resolution has finally been reached in the World Cup row between World Rugby and the Scottish Rugby Union, but Scotland fans are…

Josh Raisey

14 Nov 2019, 4:39

Gatland names nailed-on 2021 Lions and they're mostly Englishmen

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has suggested that his squad to face world champions South Africa in the 2021 Li…

Josh Raisey

13 Nov 2019, 10:08

Does anyone really know what to expect from Shaun Edwards' appointment?

It's finally officially confirmed that the former Wales assistant has thrown his lot in with France, but will they listen to him o…

Josh Raisey

13 Nov 2019, 6:57

'They [Te'o-Brown] weren't the only two players that had differences, there were others...'

Asked to comment on the England football row, Eddie Jones referred back to the Ben Te'o-Mike Brown incident and suggested it wasn'…

Josh Raisey

12 Nov 2019, 11:56

Barbarians boss Eddie Jones has created a new position for Mathieu Bastareaud

It was only November 2 when England lost the World Cup final but Eddie Jones sounds like he has quickly rediscovered his appetite …

Josh Raisey

12 Nov 2019, 8:07

Wales' decision to play Davies against the All Blacks is now under scrutiny

Jonathan Davies played through the pain barrier in Wales' semi-final defeat and with the seriousness of his knee injury now diagno…

Josh Raisey

12 Nov 2019, 5:39

Nigel Wray receives unlikely backing of comedy legend

Saracens have endured one of the worst weeks off the field in living memory as they were handed a £5.36m fine by Premiership Rugb…

Josh Raisey

11 Nov 2019, 11:24

Midfield mass: The changing weight of centres since the 1987 Rugby World Cup to present day

The centres have also seen quite an evolution over the years, and that is made no clearer than comparing the finalists in each Rug…

Josh Raisey

11 Nov 2019, 7:38

England's other giant Pacific Island No.8 wants his jersey back

The Bristol Bears pulled off a sensational victory against the Exeter Chiefs on Sunday, fighting back from a 17-0 deficit at halft…

Josh Raisey

11 Nov 2019, 6:11

The positional square-off facing England's Wilson at Sale Sharks

After a busy summer, Sale Sharks have perhaps not made the start to the Gallagher Premiership season that they would have wanted.

Josh Raisey

09 Nov 2019, 3:03

Retiring Hartley's parting shots for the online nauses and trolls

The former England and Northampton skipper confirmed his retirement from rugby on Thursday and he was busy in the aftermath on soc…

Josh Raisey

08 Nov 2019, 9:39

Former sevens boss urges fans to trust clubs like Exeter with post-RWC player welfare

With player welfare a hugely important topic, one former coach is defending Exeter for selecting World Cup final players to play i…

Josh Raisey

08 Nov 2019, 7:54

Tributes galore for the retiring Dylan Hartley... even referee Nigel Owens has wished him well

Dylan Hartley had his controversies over the years, but it is a measure of the former England and Northampton hooker that so many …

Josh Raisey

07 Nov 2019, 12:05

Why Boks had the World Cup final won as early as the pre-game coin toss

Much has been made about how the Springboks physically dominated England, but a former South African assistant has made a startlin…

Josh Raisey

07 Nov 2019, 9:41

Retiring Dylan Hartley explains why best day of his career wasn't with England

Dylan Hartley has enjoyed some memorable achievements with England, but the now-retired Test skipper has described a particular da…

Josh Raisey

07 Nov 2019, 6:46

Why handing Saracens' last two titles to Exeter would only create more controversy

The Saracens salary cap row has led to call for their 2018 and 2019 titles to be taken from them, but simply giving the honours to…

Josh Raisey

07 Nov 2019, 5:49

Nakawara case raises awkward questions about Top14's treatment of PI players

Racing 92 lock Leone Nakawara’s no-show to training since the Rugby World Cup is one story this week that could have major conse…

Josh Raisey

06 Nov 2019, 13:15

Go easy on the England players, they're not the first RWC team to take off medals

The reaction to some of the England team refusing to wear their silver medals after the Rugby World Cup final has been staggering …

Josh Raisey

06 Nov 2019, 4:18

Rival ex-chairman congratulates Premiership Rugby for Saracens punishment

There hasn't been a whole lot of sympathy for Saracens since PRL revealed its salary cap findings, with an ex-Gloucester boss the …

Josh Raisey

05 Nov 2019, 10:07

Fans fear the Saracens controversy will damage Eddie Jones' England

With the Saracens squad providing so many players to Eddie Jones' England, fans fear the fall-out from the salary cap controversy …

Josh Raisey

05 Nov 2019, 7:16

Jones is the popular option to stay in charge until 2023

Jones is contracted with the RFU until 2021, but it is unclear what the future holds for him after England's Rugby World Cup final…

Josh Raisey

04 Nov 2019, 8:49

The long term problem for England that was never solved

After England’s miserable Rugby World Cup final loss to South Africa in Yokohama on Saturday, a phrase that has haunted the team…

Josh Raisey

04 Nov 2019, 7:06

England players' medal reaction has upset a lot of people on Twitter

The England team were understandably bitterly disappointed after they fell to the Springboks in the World Cup final on Saturday, b…

Josh Raisey

02 Nov 2019, 8:18

There's been quite a reaction to the controversial omissions from the POTY shortlist

The World Rugby player of the year shortlist has been announced, and three players from this Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final ha…

Josh Raisey

01 Nov 2019, 13:47

'It's hard for brown/black people to even be considered to coach'

Jamie Joseph's success coaching Japan has resulted in him being nominated for World Rugby's coach of the year, but can he go all t…

Josh Raisey

01 Nov 2019, 8:35

Another Premiership player allowed to skip a match to watch a brother in the RWC final

Social media has illustrated its positive use this week, campaigning for Ben Curry and Marcus Watson to skip Premiership games and…

Josh Raisey

01 Nov 2019, 6:11

The 'dreadful game of rugby' that bored the world

Last week's World Cup mixtures were a bit of a mixed bag, but they were both considerably more enthraling than what was going on i…

Josh Raisey

31 Oct 2019, 20:04

Liam Williams savages fan on Twitter after being accused of 'arrogance'

Wales and Saracens fullback Liam Williams isn’t going to lie down and let anyone accuse him of arrogance, as he has put a fan in…

Josh Raisey

31 Oct 2019, 8:57

Forget Jones and Erasmus, Jamie Joseph is fans' favourite to be coach of the year

Five coaches are shortlisted for World Rugby's coach of the year award and while Saturday's World Cup-winning coach will likely ge…

Josh Raisey

31 Oct 2019, 5:46

People are concerned for Leigh Halfpenny after latest concussion

Thomas Francis, Aaron Wainwright, George North and Leigh Halfpenny are fresh injuries to go alongside the myriad casualties that t…

Josh Raisey

30 Oct 2019, 13:44

The solid reason why TJ Perenara might not win 'Try of the Year'

TJ Perenara’s try against Namibia looks like the clear favourite, and the majority of fans on social media seem to agree.

Josh Raisey

30 Oct 2019, 12:57

Nigel Owens' classy response to Garces being named RWC final ref

The verdict is clearly that Nigel Owens was more deserving of taking charge of his second final, having supervised the 2015 showca…

Josh Raisey

30 Oct 2019, 7:49

Leicester Tigers fans already fearing the worst two games into season

English and European giants Leicester Tigers endured their annus horribilis last season, finishing eleventh in the Gallagher Premi…

Josh Raisey

30 Oct 2019, 6:48

All Blacks fans wondering if XV versus Wales would have beaten England

With Ryan Crotty and a number of other seasoned internationals recalled to the New Zeland XV to face Wales, some ABs fans believe …

Josh Raisey

30 Oct 2019, 5:39

A 'Watson To World Cup' campaign has now launched after the Curry success

Following social media's success convincing Sale to allow Ben Curry to watch twin Tom play in the World Cup final, a campaign has …

Josh Raisey

29 Oct 2019, 8:12

Ben Curry responds after social media campaign gets him to Japan to watch England twin Tom

The power of social media has been evident in recent days as support for Ben Curry has convinced Sale to allow him to skip a leagu…

Josh Raisey

29 Oct 2019, 3:59

'We hate the English, but...' - old enemy of England can't help but be impressed

After England’s historic victory over New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup semi-final on Saturday, former France international Fre…

Josh Raisey

28 Oct 2019, 13:33

Springboks must improve tactics or they'll lose to England

South Africa booked their place in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final against England with an attritional win over Wales on Sunday, bu…

Josh Raisey

28 Oct 2019, 10:27

Wales fans still buoyant despite their injury worries ahead of semi-final

Wales have not had much luck with injuries at this World Cup, but they have an ability to roll with the setbacks and still produce…

Josh Raisey

25 Oct 2019, 6:18

The quiet return of Mark Wilson is long overdue according to England fans

Eddie Jones has tweaked the team that overcame Australia last weekend ahead of the Rugby World Cup semi-final clash against the Al…

Josh Raisey

24 Oct 2019, 9:35

Stuart Hogg set for Exeter debut and he'll have another British and Irish Lion alongside

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has had the luxury of being able to call upon two British and Irish Lions for the match agains…

Josh Raisey

24 Oct 2019, 7:56

Remarkable stat suggests Elliot Daly is Eddie's real golden boy at the back

There are still calls from fans for Eddie Jones to move Elliot Daly from fullback and switch him with Anthony Watson on the wing.

Josh Raisey

23 Oct 2019, 8:31

As Quade Cooper spat vitriol, his ex-teammate jumped to Cheika's defence

In the aftermath of Australia’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final loss to England on Saturday, it has not been pleasant for departin…

Josh Raisey

23 Oct 2019, 4:47

Tendai 'The Beast' Mtawarira sends apology

Springboks prop Tendai ‘The Beast’ Mtawarira has apologised to his opposing loosehead Keita Inagaki after his first half yello…

Josh Raisey

23 Oct 2019, 4:38

World Rugby accused of political correctness gone mad for punishing Peyper

Referee Jaco Peyper landed himself in trouble with World Rugby for a playful gesture in a picture taken with some Wales fans follo…

Josh Raisey

22 Oct 2019, 6:04

Pocock takes to Instagram to issue farewell message to Test rugby

David Pocock had signalled his intention to retire from Test rugby at the end of the World Cup and he has now taken to social medi…

Josh Raisey

22 Oct 2019, 4:22

Welsh fans relieved the dangerous Raka has missed French quarter-final selection

Since becoming eligible for France, Fijian Alivereti Raka has demonstrated a nose for a try which is why some Wales fans are celeb…

Josh Raisey

18 Oct 2019, 7:12

Clear winner in fans' choice for the unluckiest All Black squad member

Based on the team that defeated the Springboks in the opening match of their Rugby World Cup campaign, there are not too many surp…

Josh Raisey

17 Oct 2019, 11:23

Experienced Ireland XV generates mixed reaction

Joe Schmidt has chosen a dozen starters from last November's Dublin win over the All Blacks to start in Saturday's rematch in Toky…

Josh Raisey

17 Oct 2019, 8:34

England fans have their say on the benching of Ford

Despite playing a pivotal role during the World Cup pool stage, George Ford had relinquished the England No10 shirt for the quarte…

Josh Raisey

17 Oct 2019, 5:41

Lote Tuqiri highlights what he reckons is the key to beating England

Ahead of Australia’s quarter-final contest with England this Saturday, former Wallabies winger Lote Tuqiri has stressed that Mic…

Josh Raisey

16 Oct 2019, 10:38

It's seemingly Scotland versus the rest in their battle against World Rugby

The row between World Rugby and the Scottish Rugby Union over the last Sunday's Japan-Scotland pool match has caused a social medi…

Josh Raisey

16 Oct 2019, 6:23

Champions League winners the latest visitors as Harlequins continue to learn from football in pursuit of success

Harlequins boss Paul Gustard has no limitations bringing in outside expertise and his latest ruse ahead of the Premiership start w…

Josh Raisey

15 Oct 2019, 9:02

Fans divided as to where Japan's future best lies

Having beaten Ireland and Scotland to top Pool A at the World Cup, a debate has ignited on whether Japan should join Six Nations o…

Josh Raisey

15 Oct 2019, 8:29

Owens' appointment has Irish fans - and one former player - nervous about facing the All Blacks

Ireland fans are worried about next Saturday's quarter-final versus New Zealand as Nigel Owens left them frustrated when he previo…

Josh Raisey

15 Oct 2019, 3:54

Ireland fans aren't happy with Bundee Aki ban

Following his red card against Samoa on Saturday, Ireland centre Bundee Aki has been banned for three weeks, bringing an end to hi…

Josh Raisey

15 Oct 2019, 1:59

USA captain sends heartfelt message after winless Rugby World Cup

USA captain Blaine Scully has said that it was “an honor to serve” his team at the Rugby World Cup this year.

Josh Raisey

14 Oct 2019, 9:08

Scotland fans lament the coach that got away

After Scotland crashed out of the Rugby World Cup in the pool stages for only the second time on Sunday, there has been a fierce r…

Josh Raisey

14 Oct 2019, 8:29

Will Genia's Instagram message highlights how near the finish is for his stellar Test career

The long-serving Australian scrum-half has taken to social media to acknowledge that the end of his excellent international career…

Josh Raisey

12 Oct 2019, 2:41

The Pacific Islands 'Lost XV' - Rugby World Cup edition

For years the Pacific Islands have provided the world with some of the best rugby players, but a problem that the nations have fac…

Josh Raisey

12 Oct 2019, 0:31

Fans delighted the legendary Gorgodze gets to retire at RWC on his terms

Unlike Italy's Sergio Parisse whose farewell was ruined by match cancellation at the World Cup, Georgia’s Mamuka Gorgodze took h…

Josh Raisey

11 Oct 2019, 10:31

Scotland fans fire back at Eddie Jones over his 'no sympathy' jibe

Eddie Jones has ruffled Scottish feathers with his jibe about their qualification situation and how their hopes could be scuppered…

Josh Raisey

11 Oct 2019, 4:24

Burger poses question ahead of 2021 Lions tour

Former Namibia captain Jacques Burger has made a suggestion that the British and Irish Lions face Namibia in the upcoming tour of …

Josh Raisey

10 Oct 2019, 8:54

Fans gutted that Sergio Parisse is bowing out off the field - not on it - due to Hagibis

Saturday's fixture versus New Zealand was expected to be Sergio Parisse's Test level swansong, but the cancellation of the match i…

Josh Raisey

10 Oct 2019, 4:45

Leo: 'Fiji have outgrown the Pacific Nations Cup'

Former Samoa international and director of the Pacific Rugby Players Welfare Dan Leo has said that Fiji must play in either the Ru…

Josh Raisey

09 Oct 2019, 11:30

The English Toulon? Sale Sharks player depth encapsulated in remarkable Tweet

With one week to go until the Gallagher Premiership rugby season starts, Sale Sharks are the team that are showing the most promis…

Josh Raisey

09 Oct 2019, 10:20

England prospect Johnny Williams reveals cancer diagnosis on Instagram

Newcastle Falcons centre Johnny Williams has revealed on Instagram that he has recently finished chemotherapy having been diagnose…

Josh Raisey

09 Oct 2019, 6:55

Fijian legend can't believe Ken Owens didn't see red for yellow card tackle

Ken Owens' yellow card in the first half for a tip tackle on Fiji No8 Bill Mata was a major talking point in Oita and one Pacific …

Josh Raisey

09 Oct 2019, 6:37

Canadian Larsen showed class with red card apology in Springboks' dressing room

Getting sent off at a World Cup is a difficult ordeal for any player to cope with but Canada's Josh Larsen has gained kudos for hi…

Josh Raisey

09 Oct 2019, 5:15

Cobus Reinach catapults himself into contention on back of turbocharged hat trick

With three high-class scrumhalves competing with one another, Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus is in a good position at the en…

Josh Raisey

08 Oct 2019, 20:05

Eight years after what happened at RWC 2011, English and Welsh fans are wary of yet another France team in disarray

Rumours of internal strife have emerged from the France camp and have left some England and Wales fans worried this might somehow …

Josh Raisey

08 Oct 2019, 11:03

Referee Luke Pearce praised for handling of Canadian red card

Referees have not been popular at the World Cup but England's Luke Pearce bucked that trend with the decisive manner in which he h…

Josh Raisey

08 Oct 2019, 8:37

Close the polls early - the try of the tournament has already been scored

All Black TJ Perenara’s late finish against Namibia is a leading contender for the try of the Rugby World Cup despite the tourna…

Josh Raisey

08 Oct 2019, 0:38

The video clip that has split Bok fans along racial lines

A video has emerged online in the wake of South Africa’s comprehensive win over Italy on Friday that has flared tempers.

Josh Raisey

07 Oct 2019, 22:14

Name Kolbe 'World Player of the Year' and get it over with already

In light of his two-try display against Italy on Friday, calls are mounting for Cheslin Kolbe to be named World Rugby player of th…

Josh Raisey

05 Oct 2019, 8:14

Conspiracy? Smit tweets what many were thinking during Italian game

Rassie Erasmus and Conor O’Shea made it clear with their selections this week that South Africa’s contest with Italy would be …

Josh Raisey

05 Oct 2019, 7:37

Photo of the Tuilagi bros goes viral

In a week where the All Blacks’ Barrett brothers made headlines, the world was reminded that the Tuilagi family still go down as…

Josh Raisey

04 Oct 2019, 8:45

Semi Radradra 'best player at the Rugby World Cup'

Fiji finally clicked into gear at this year’s Rugby World Cup as they put Georgia to the sword at the Hanazono Rugby Stadium on …

Josh Raisey

03 Oct 2019, 18:25

England fans hit back at Creevy online following pre-game comments

The Pumas’ hooker Augustin Creevy has stoked the fire by accusing England of being “boring” and said that Saturday’s match…

Josh Raisey

02 Oct 2019, 20:52

Jamie Roberts makes bold claim about France this RWC

Wales and British and Irish Lions star Jamie Roberts has cast his opinion over France’s chances at this Rugby World Cup after th…

Josh Raisey

02 Oct 2019, 9:14

Exactly what Michael Hooper said to referee Romain Poite

Australia’s loss to Wales on Sunday in the Rugby World Cup offered a number of controversial moments, which chiefly left Michael…

Josh Raisey

01 Oct 2019, 23:53

Damian McKenzie shares update on ACL recovery

Damian McKenzie would have surely been a part of the New Zealand squad in Japan but for a devastating ACL injury in April which ru…

Josh Raisey

01 Oct 2019, 22:04

The David Pocock stat that Richie McCaw fans will hate

When David Pocock retires from international rugby at the end of the Rugby World Cup, many people may look back on who the flanker…

Josh Raisey

30 Sep 2019, 9:52

Despite loss one Wallaby has been singled out for lavish praise

Matt Toomua has received universal praise from fans and pundits in Australia after his heroic performance in the loss against Wale…

Josh Raisey

30 Sep 2019, 9:26

4G pitches strike again, this time the victim is Ben Curry

Ben Curry took to Twitter to highlight his injuries after he joined the long list of players who have suffered at the hands of art…

Josh Raisey

30 Sep 2019, 8:44

Three-week bans for all four punished players making no sense to fans

Four disciplinary hearings have so far taken place at the World Cup in Japan and fans are confused that the punishment for all fou…

Josh Raisey

27 Sep 2019, 9:08

Retro Peter Stringer tackle on Jonah Lomu goes viral after high tackle debate

High tackles are the hot topic at the 2019 World Cup and former Ireland player Peter Stringer has taken ex-England coach Clive Woo…

Josh Raisey

27 Sep 2019, 5:11

Some ex-players and Jamie Roberts fear a Hodge-like ban for Piers Francis

USA were on the receiving end of a red card in Kobe, but some current and ex-players believe England's Piers Francis should have b…

Josh Raisey

26 Sep 2019, 12:58

Hodge's disciplinary hearing excuse doesn't wash with fans

The evidence given by Reece Hodge at his disciplinary hearing in Japan has come under scrutiny with fans gobsmacked that he doesn'…

Josh Raisey

26 Sep 2019, 10:16

Calls for the legendary Parisse not to start against Springboks

Sergio Parisse was rested from Italy's win over Canada on Thursday, but the performance of the back row has led to calls not to st…

Josh Raisey

26 Sep 2019, 8:50

Clive Woodward slams decision to ban Reece Hodge

It's rare that an English man speaks up in favour of the Wallabies, but 2003 World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward believes Reece…

Josh Raisey

26 Sep 2019, 5:16

Australian fans furious with 'ludicrous' Reece Hodge ban

World Rugby’s decision to ban Wallabies winger Reece Hodge for three weeks has not gone down well with the Australian public.

Josh Raisey

25 Sep 2019, 18:56

Emotional Uruguay captain gives 'best interview ever'

Uruguay were given no hope of upsetting Fiji after the islanders ran Australia so close last weekend, but they upset the odds and …

Josh Raisey

25 Sep 2019, 6:36

Upset Fiji fans turn on coach John McKee

Fiji's fixture against Uruguay was only supposed to have one outcome, but boss John McKee instead paid a heavy price for making tw…

Josh Raisey

25 Sep 2019, 4:38

Billy Vunipola reacts to getting smashed by Tonga's Zane Kapeli

Billy Vunipola has made a career out of smashing people in the contact but he was given a taste of his own medicine during England…

Josh Raisey

24 Sep 2019, 13:32

Fans see red after Samoa escape sending-offs within hours of World Rugby refereeing statement

It was poor timing, Samoa escaping two potential red cards within hours of a World Rugby statement promising to improve refereeing…

Josh Raisey

24 Sep 2019, 10:46

Michael Cheika faces overwhelming criticism after Fiji comments

Australia head coach Michael Cheika has faced a huge backlash from the rugby world after he criticised Fiji for their referral of …

Josh Raisey

23 Sep 2019, 18:17

RWC opening ceremony stuns fans around the world

It has been just over a decade since Japan were awarded the 2019 World Cup in July 2009 and the long wait ended in Tokyo with a sp…

Josh Raisey

20 Sep 2019, 8:27

Fans weigh in on the feisty Erasmus-Hansen war of words

Steve Hansen hasn't taken kindly to what Rassie Erasmus alleged about how New Zealand have traditionally been handled by referees …

Josh Raisey

19 Sep 2019, 8:48

Former team-mates have nothing but utmost respect for David Denton following his retirement

David Denton's issues with concussion have been well documented in recent years and his retirement from the game this week has spa…

Josh Raisey

18 Sep 2019, 9:33

It's not all doom and gloom... some Wales fans see a 'funny' side to the Howley debacle

It should be a disaster, losing a long-serving assistant coach on the eve of the World Cup, but some Wales fans believe their team…

Josh Raisey

18 Sep 2019, 7:16

Sports scientist highlights issue rugby is facing with drugs in wake of Dyantyi case

South Africa's reputation has taken a buffeting with Aphiwe Dyantyi's failed drugs test, but sports scientist Ross Tucker suggests…

Josh Raisey

17 Sep 2019, 10:35

The kick-off time in your region for every Rugby World Cup game

With Japan straddling the timezones of the UK and New Zealand and clocks changing in different parts of the world as the RWC goes …

Josh Raisey

17 Sep 2019, 5:47

What history tells us about caps at a Rugby World Cup

Out of the top six sides in the world rankings, arguably the form side in the world, South Africa, have the fewest caps, with 34 o…

Josh Raisey

16 Sep 2019, 6:43

South Africa are 2019's form side but they are just the sixth most experienced elite squad tipped for RWC glory

It's said that experience wins World Cups but South Africa would seem like they have it all to do as their squad is only the sixth…

Josh Raisey

10 Sep 2019, 9:58

Retiring Joe Rokocoko takes to Instagram to say a fond final farewell

Fijian-born Joe Rokocoko lit up the international scene with the All Blacks before shining in the French Top 14 where he has now c…

Josh Raisey

10 Sep 2019, 1:59

Toulon name stunning team line-up for Lyon despite World Cup drain

There may be a raft of players absent from the Top 14 with the World Cup only two weeks away, but there is still no lack in class …

Josh Raisey

07 Sep 2019, 2:10

Springboks fans revel in revenge win over Japan

South Africa have been living with the shame of losing to Japan at the 2015 World Cup but they have finally exorcised that ghost b…

Josh Raisey

06 Sep 2019, 8:08

Does Wales' back row have a size problem heading to the World Cup?

Warren Gatland places a huge amount on fitness, but his back row will likely have to be the most energetic unit at the World Cup d…

Josh Raisey

06 Sep 2019, 3:10

Paddy Jackson could make London Irish debut in Ireland next week

Former Ireland international Paddy Jackson could be playing his first game on Irish shores in over two years if he is named in the…

Josh Raisey

05 Sep 2019, 9:14

The prop stat that Ireland fans are lapping up

Joe Schmidt and Ireland fans had a lot of positives to take from their victory over Wales at the weekend, particularly a week afte…

Josh Raisey

05 Sep 2019, 1:06

England fans exasperated by Vunipola's status as the only player to start all four warm-up games

No England player has been busier than Billy Vunipola during the warm-up schedule for the World Cup, but fans are concerned that h…

Josh Raisey

04 Sep 2019, 9:32

Matt Kvesic's 11th-hour bench call-up has confused England fans

Eddie Jones is taking no chances with his official 31-strong squad, calling up three players - including Matt Kvesic - from outsid…

Josh Raisey

04 Sep 2019, 5:17

Damian Willemse signing a win for all concerned

After Saracens secured the signing of Damian Willemse yesterday as a medical joker, the deal has been seen as one that benefits ev…

Josh Raisey

03 Sep 2019, 23:30

Exclusion of Hutchinson and co is evidence of genuine Scottish strength in depth

Gregor Townsend's decision to omit a number of popular players from his World Cup squad is viewed by Scotland fans as evidence of …

Josh Raisey

03 Sep 2019, 12:30

Christian Wade's fledgling American football career given fresh hope after weekend blow

Christian Wade's NFL dream appeared to have died at the weekend when he failed to make the Bills' 53-man roster, but the ex-Englan…

Josh Raisey

03 Sep 2019, 12:02

Liam Squire praised by fans for making 'brave call'

One of the most high profile absences from Steve Hansen’s All Blacks squad this week was Liam Squire’s, after rumours had emer…

Josh Raisey

31 Aug 2019, 16:44

Dyantyi's positive B sample result is dividing opinion

Springbok rugby has found itself mired in two big controversies this week and the situation concerning Aphiwe Dyantyi and his fail…

Josh Raisey

30 Aug 2019, 8:41

World rankings ridiculed again as struggling Ireland handed opportunity to take No1 this weekend

World Rugby's rankings system has long been the butt of many jokes and the comedy is continuing as Ireland, fresh from record defe…

Josh Raisey

30 Aug 2019, 2:14

Welsh supporters respond to Agustin Pichot's world rankings comments

Welsh fans haven't been slow in tackling Agustin Pichot's claim that it is ridiculous how Wales climbed to No1 in the world rankin…

Josh Raisey

29 Aug 2019, 10:17

England fans question whether Vunipola was rushed back too soon

The sight of Mako Vunipola coming off injured against Ireland is something some England fans are querying, suggesting his comeback…

Josh Raisey

29 Aug 2019, 6:38

All Blacks fans get frank and question why Ngani Laumape has been excluded

Owen Franks was the headline omission from Steve Hansen's squad but Ngani Laumape is the player who is receiving most sympathy for…

Josh Raisey

28 Aug 2019, 5:36

Rob Kearney's late hit on Tom Curry still has fans bemused that it went unpunished

World Rugby is determined to make rugby safer, but some tackles that have passed in recent weeks without punishment have left fans…

Josh Raisey

28 Aug 2019, 2:57

Scotland fans astonished Richie Gray has been overlooked after Sam Skinner's injury

Scotland supporters had assumed the Top 14-winning Richie Gray would be the next man up in the event of an injury at lock, but he …

Josh Raisey

27 Aug 2019, 10:43

Skelton's contract extension highlights how Saracens are still the team to beat

Speculation that Will Skelton was an Australian World Cup squad target didn't amount to anything other than his club Saracens offe…

Josh Raisey

27 Aug 2019, 9:18

David Pocock shares medical tests footage as he recovers from injury

David Pocock's injury strife has been a constant companion throughout his stellar rugby career, but he now has every incentive to …

Josh Raisey

23 Aug 2019, 10:09

Scottish fans revel in Jim Mallinder's switch from old enemy England

Jim Mallinder's decision to jettison the RFU for Scott Johnson's performance director role at the SRU has left Scotland fans delig…

Josh Raisey

23 Aug 2019, 5:56

A Wallabies squad full of touching personal stories leaves the fans buzzing

Michael Cheika has pinned his colours to the mast with his Australian World Cup squad announcement and some of his picks have been…

Josh Raisey

23 Aug 2019, 4:06

Joe Marler leads the reaction to James Haskell's quirky sports career change

James Haskell's career switch from the Test rugby pitch with England to the MMA cage has caused a stir on social media with Joe Ma…

Josh Raisey

22 Aug 2019, 12:38

Worcester fans aren't looking back fondly on Ben Te'o unsuccessful Premiership spell

Ben Te'o cut his ties with Worcester at the end of last season but the revelation he is now joining Toulon after failing to make E…

Josh Raisey

22 Aug 2019, 6:56

Eddie Jones and England accused of moaning after World Rugby law amendment

England's complaints about Wales' try last Saturday have resulted in a World Rugby law amendment, but Eddie Jones and co have now …

Josh Raisey

22 Aug 2019, 3:03

Carbery injury leaves fans worried as Ireland's fringe out-halves have six caps between them

Joey Carbery's injury has exposed the lack of experience at out-half in the Ireland squad beneath Johnny Sexton and fans are split…

Josh Raisey

22 Aug 2019, 1:20

Pacific Islands profit share idea proves popular on social media

Dan Leo has got a bold plan to help Pacific Island Test-playing nations earn money from November tours to Europe and his idea has …

Josh Raisey

21 Aug 2019, 11:13

Praise heaped on Sergio Parisse for rare RWC milestone

Having appeared at his first RWC finals as an 18-year-old in 2003, Italy's Sergio Parisse is set to join an exclusive club of two …

Josh Raisey

21 Aug 2019, 3:52

Ex-France international stunned at Gabrillagues' lengthy ban compared to All Black Barrett's punishment

Fresh from seeing All Black Scott Barrett's three-week ban, one ex-French international is angry his compatriot Paul Gabrillagues …

Josh Raisey

21 Aug 2019, 1:55

Coetzee's terrible luck lamented by Springboks and Ulster fans

Just when it seemed everything was falling in Marcell Coetzee's favour following some injury-hit seasons, he now finds himself bac…

Josh Raisey

20 Aug 2019, 5:35

Not all Australian fans are warm to Cheika's idea of Will Skelton returning

Michael Cheika's suggestion that Will Skelton could somehow be an 11th-hour inclusion in Australia's squad for the World Cup has n…

Josh Raisey

20 Aug 2019, 3:55

Argentina World Cup omissions have left Twitter in shock

Argentina coach Mario Ledesma has named his 31-man squad for the World Cup today, and there are some very noticeable absences.

Josh Raisey

19 Aug 2019, 10:26

Dyantyi is a risk worth taking for some - despite Erasmus revelation

After South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed that it was unlikely that Aphiwe Dyantyi will make the World Cup this year b…

Josh Raisey

19 Aug 2019, 6:47

Leinster take a gamble on an ex-American football lineman

Leinster's conveyor belt of talent is the envy of many of their rivals and they are not averse to taking a risk by recruiting from…

Josh Raisey

16 Aug 2019, 8:00

Heated debate over who should be Australia's No9 for World Cup

Nic White was only expected to provide cover behind Will Genia at RWC 2019, but his form in recent weeks has left that pecking ord…

Josh Raisey

16 Aug 2019, 6:15

France great believes Les Bleus can 'dominate the world'

Jacques Brunel named a strong France team to face Scotland on Saturday night in Nice, and Biarritz and France great Serge Betsen h…

Josh Raisey

16 Aug 2019, 2:02

The Ireland omission that has left many fans dumbfounded

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has trimmed down his squad ahead of their warm-weather training camp in Portugal, culling three pla…

Josh Raisey

15 Aug 2019, 9:08

The depressing stat that shows how strong Fiji could be

France have named their side to face Scotland in Nice on Saturday night, with the Fiji born Clermont Auvergne winger Alivereti Rak…

Josh Raisey

15 Aug 2019, 8:46

All Blacks are still Rugby World Cup favourites - at least according to Twitter

It is a weird thought but the All Blacks have only won one of their past four matches going into their Bledisloe Cup tie with the …

Josh Raisey

15 Aug 2019, 8:12

Rugby world rallies behind Anscombe on social media

Rugby's cruelty was revealed on Monday when injury ruled Gareth Anscombe out of the World Cup, but the game has since shown its se…

Josh Raisey

14 Aug 2019, 7:09

High tackle decision-making framework for referees shared on social media

Scott Barrett's red card sparked heated debate over whether it warranted a sending-off, leading to World Rugby highlighting its de…

Josh Raisey

14 Aug 2019, 5:13

Fans furious there are too many Tigers in England's RWC squad

Leicester's worst-ever Premiership season - an 11th place finish - wasn't reflected in Eddie Jones' England RWC squad as the Welfo…

Josh Raisey

13 Aug 2019, 6:40

Woodward's advice to England after Watson's long-awaited Test return

Anthony Watson's long-awaited return to fitness has given England a luxury of riches in the back three and former World Cup winnin…

Josh Raisey

13 Aug 2019, 4:15

Fans fuming after Gareth Ansombe injury - 'exactly why we don't play these meaningless games'

After Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe was ruled out of the World Cup today after suffering an ACL injury against England on Sunday,…

Josh Raisey

12 Aug 2019, 20:12

England's squad has sparked fears that too much is expected of Billy Vunipola

Billy Vunipola was immense in England's win over Wales on Sunday, but some fans are worried after Monday's RWC squad announcement …

Josh Raisey

12 Aug 2019, 11:46

All Blacks fans call for Barrett to return to fly-half

With New Zealand winless since a scrappy opening round Rugby Championship win over Argentina, Steve Hansen's experiment of selecti…

Josh Raisey

12 Aug 2019, 7:07

The Welsh fans' pick to replace to Taulupe Faletau

Wales fans on social media are tipping Aaron Shingler to make the final World Cup squad, after a clavicle injury ruled Taulupe Fal…

Josh Raisey

03 Aug 2019, 2:15

Eight backs that could follow 'Basta' into the pack

After 54-cap France centre Mathieu Bastareaud was announced as number eight for Lyon today against Grenoble, he could start a tren…

Josh Raisey

03 Aug 2019, 1:01

Bastareaud moves into pack for first game with Lyon

Lyon have made the much-anticipated announcement that new signing Mathieu Bastareaud will start for them this evening against Gren…

Josh Raisey

02 Aug 2019, 4:22

Twitter: Welsh fans' somewhat surprising reaction to Taulupe Faletau injury

Welsh fans on social media are remaining upbeat despite the news that number eight Taulupe Faletau will miss the World Cup with a …

Josh Raisey

01 Aug 2019, 10:18

NRL fans already plotting how Radradra will fit into Eels backline

As rumours of the return of Fijian Semi Radradra to rugby league continue to grow, fans of his former club Parramatta Eels are plo…

Josh Raisey

01 Aug 2019, 6:49

Brexit's weak pound will play into Irish hands post-RWC

The Brexit situation is having an effect on the currency exchange markets that could play into Irish hands when they seek to recru…

Josh Raisey

31 Jul 2019, 5:48

How England's Class of 2015 is faring heading into RWC 2019

It's nearly four years since England spectacularly crashed out of their own home World Cup at Twickenham... RugbyPass assesses how…

Josh Raisey

31 Jul 2019, 4:31

Fans jump to Peter de Villiers' defence

Former Springboks coach Peter de Villiers' reputation has been under fire in recent times, but fans have his back after he was for…

Josh Raisey

30 Jul 2019, 6:55

All Blacks fans baffled by kicking strategy

Despite the draw against the Springboks at the weekend, it is unfair to judge the All Blacks combination of Richie Mo’unga and B…

Josh Raisey

29 Jul 2019, 10:01

A backfiring All Blacks gamble could pay off handsomely for Wales

Even World Rugby boss Brett Gosper has been busy spreading the message that the No1 ranking coveted by the All Blacks since 2009 i…

Josh Raisey

26 Jul 2019, 10:44

Fans fear the latest doping case is 'tip of the iceberg'

It has been a bad week for rugby's image as Hendre Stassen returning a positive B sample doping test has left fans believing drug-…

Josh Raisey

26 Jul 2019, 7:16

Biggest All Blacks/Springboks test match since the last World Cup?

Matches between the All Blacks and the Springboks are always momentous, but this weekend’s match in Wellington is surely the big…

Josh Raisey

25 Jul 2019, 14:56

England fans react to the return of Alex Dombrandt

The return of Alex Dombrandt has largely been hailed by England fans on Twitter.

Josh Raisey

25 Jul 2019, 9:08

5,000 days - returning Wallabies' incredible stats

Michael Cheika’s Wallabies team to face Argentina this weekend is littered with players that have spent a very long time away fr…

Josh Raisey

25 Jul 2019, 8:35

All Blacks fans delighted to see a combination they have been campaigning for

It takes a lot to please All Blacks fans, but Steve Hansen's selection to face South Africa this Saturday in Wellington has been r…

Josh Raisey

25 Jul 2019, 3:55

The position that Frans Steyn should play - according to Twitter at least

After fielding what many regarded as a ‘B’ team last week against the Wallabies, Rassie Erasmus has named a much stronger XV t…

Josh Raisey

24 Jul 2019, 9:13

'Humbled' Samoan players left to rely on public donations to attend Rugby World Cup

Samoa captain Chris Vui and teammate Jack Lam have thanked the Samoan public for donating and raising funds so that the players ca…

Josh Raisey

24 Jul 2019, 7:28

Gatland: 'We've been looking back on some of the figures and numbers from 2015. We're ahead'

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has given some very positive signs to all Welsh fans on social media, as he compared his team’s …

Josh Raisey

24 Jul 2019, 2:33

English fans have their say on possible new British League

The idea that Wales' regions could play in a new league with England's Premiership clubs went down well with Welsh fans, but Engli…

Josh Raisey

23 Jul 2019, 10:59

Joe Tekori's World Cup revelation on Instagram will hit Samoa hard

Due to face heavyweights Ireland and Scotland in Japan at the World Cup, Samoa hoped to have all their stars involved but that hop…

Josh Raisey

23 Jul 2019, 5:58

Siya Kolisi's stint as Springbok waterboy has generated a shower of praise on social media

Siya Kolisi won't play any part in the 2019 Rugby Championship, but the South African captain's selflessness in acting as his team…

Josh Raisey

22 Jul 2019, 10:17

England fans demand answers following Danny Cipriani's latest snub by Eddie Jones

Danny Cipriani's recall to the England squad was hailed following his excellent form with Gloucester but he hasn't lasted long in …

Josh Raisey

22 Jul 2019, 8:22

Welsh fans give possible new British League their seal of approval

There has been apathy for years surrounding regional rugby in Wales, but that could change judging by the social media reaction to…

Josh Raisey

22 Jul 2019, 5:44

Matt Giteau has given his seal of approval to one Wallaby in the post-Folau era

Replacing the attacking threat no longer available following Isreal Folau's contract termination is a tall challenge for the Walla…

Josh Raisey

22 Jul 2019, 4:26

Ex-Lions No8 leads mixed reaction on social media to Bastareaud's positional change

The revelation that midfielder Mathieu Bastaread is to experiment with the No8 role during his loan switch to Lyon has caused quit…

Josh Raisey

19 Jul 2019, 10:43

London Irish-bound Sean O'Brien shares post-op update

There were fears Sean O'Brien's latest injury would mark the end of his rugby career, but he claims he is on the road to recovery …

Josh Raisey

19 Jul 2019, 10:14

Lack of pace out wide the only concern for Wallabies fans

Many Australia fans believe Michael Cheika is on track for a Rugby Championship win on Saturday despite concerns over Reece Hodge …

Josh Raisey

18 Jul 2019, 9:55

Springboks fans sound confident about their 'B' team

Rassie Erasmus' team selection to face Australia on Saturday has sparked debate on social media and Springboks fans still believe …

Josh Raisey

18 Jul 2019, 7:55

Ulster fans curse their bad luck after new signing's injury

Ulster fans were looking forward to seeing how powerhouse Gareth Milasinovich would fare in their front row, but the new signing n…

Josh Raisey

17 Jul 2019, 11:05

Dan Leo smashes head long into transgender athlete debate on Twitter

One of sport’s most hotly debated topics currently is transgender athletes competing in women’s sport. This subject was brou…

Josh Raisey

17 Jul 2019, 9:43

One World Cup team boss brands new scrum law change an 'impracticable, box-ticking exercise'

World Rugby's confirmation of a scrum law change that is operational immediately has been generally well-received, but one 2019 Wo…

Josh Raisey

17 Jul 2019, 4:04

Wallabies fans cannot agree on James O'Connor's best position

Now officially back in the Australian mix, the next step in the James O'Connor saga has been a social media debate as to what his …

Josh Raisey

16 Jul 2019, 9:22

A potential Toulon XV for 2019/20

Toulon endured a miserable season past for a team of their pedigree. They finished 9th in the Top 14 and performed pitifully in th…

Josh Raisey

15 Jul 2019, 6:45

England Rugby team's reaction to Cricket World Cup triumph caught on camera

After England cricket lifted the World Cup for the first time yesterday after a dramatic win over New Zealand, England rugby have …

Josh Raisey

15 Jul 2019, 3:13

Bernard Foley proves to be divisive figure right to the end

The New South Wales Waratahs confirmed today that fly-half Bernard Foley will not be returning to the team, or Super Rugby, next s…

Josh Raisey

13 Jul 2019, 1:58

Blues fans want Jordie Barrett to follow Beauden

The Blues have secured one of the biggest signings in recent times by agreeing a four year deal with two-time World Player of the …

Josh Raisey

13 Jul 2019, 1:08

World Cup winner makes startling revelation about try-scoring success

Former England World Cup winner Ben Cohen has made a remarkable admission as to why he scored so many tries during his career.

Josh Raisey

11 Jul 2019, 10:30

Simon Zebo hosts NFL star at training in Paris

Simon Zebo has a reputation of being a generous character and he embellished this impression this week by volunteering via social …

Josh Raisey

11 Jul 2019, 9:50

O'Gara sets off for La Rochelle with farewell tweet for the Crusaders

After two successful years in New Zealand, Ireland's Ronan O'Gara has said farewell to the Super Rugby-winning Crusaders ahead of …

Josh Raisey

11 Jul 2019, 4:30

Leicester prop opens up on social media about his depression

Mental health is still generally viewed as a taboo subject in professional sport, but Greg Bateman's insight into what he has gone…

Josh Raisey

10 Jul 2019, 10:37

NZR chief scientist and Mike Ross explain 'axial loading' and why it's dangerous

After World Rugby announced the outlawing of axial loading in scrums yesterday, much of the rugby world have been left confused.

Josh Raisey

10 Jul 2019, 6:15

Fans hail the legendary AW Jones' show of faith to Ospreys and WRU

Alun Wyn Jones' place in the pantheon of Welsh greats had already comfortably secured, but his new WRU/Ospreys deal has only enhan…

Josh Raisey

09 Jul 2019, 7:10

The XV that could miss the Rugby World Cup through injury

It is 74 days before the Rugby World Cup starts in Japan, and head coaches will be becoming increasingly nervous as to when their …

Josh Raisey

08 Jul 2019, 8:14

Marler's tweet highlights how he can't wait to get stuck back into Test rugby

Joe Marler coming out of Test level retirement was one of the highlights of Eddie Jones' RWC announcement on Thursday and the prop…

Josh Raisey

05 Jul 2019, 8:12

England Rugby's unlucky 'Reject XV'

Eddie Jones announced a 38-man World Cup training squad on Thursday with some expected and unexpected exclusions... here's the Rug…

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2019, 9:00

Forgotten Scotland back returns to training two years since his last cap

Scotland and Saracens centre Duncan Taylor is back in training with Scotland ahead of the World Cup in September.

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2019, 8:36

Quade Cooper's omission from the Wallabies squad sparks heated fly-half debate

Michael Cheika has chosen just two fly-halves for Australia's Rugby Championship squad, but fans feel the excluded Quade Cooper sh…

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2019, 4:23

An unselected All Blacks XV that showcases staggering strength-in-depth

The All Blacks’ mission to win a third successive World Cup, and a fourth overall, started yesterday as Steve Hansen named his s…

Josh Raisey

03 Jul 2019, 6:16

Sale Sharks fans salivating at stacked backrow options

Sale Sharks’ busy summer continued today as they secured one of their biggest deals to date with the loan of Mark Wilson from Ne…

Josh Raisey

03 Jul 2019, 3:01

Leicester fans want even more signings for next season

Geordan Murphy went on a spending spree on Tuesday morning, recruiting two South Africans and an unheralded Irishman, but demandin…

Josh Raisey

02 Jul 2019, 8:04

All Blacks' exclusions spark fan debate about New Zealand's strength in depth

Twitter came alive in the wake of Steve Hansen announcing his first All Blacks squad of 2019 and the hottest topic was the list of…

Josh Raisey

02 Jul 2019, 3:00

'Bag of crap' - World Rugby come under fire over facilities at 'elite' womens' tournament

The third Women’s Rugby Super Series is underway in San Diego, but already a lot of criticism has been directed at World Rugby. …

Josh Raisey

01 Jul 2019, 7:08

Welsh fans are thrilled that Warren Gatland isn't going to England

Warren Gatland insisted some weeks ago he would never coach England, but some Welsh fans refused to believe him until his Chiefs d…

Josh Raisey

28 Jun 2019, 9:57

Lions fans concerned about Gatland's new Chiefs role

Warren Gatland's decision to take up a Super Rugby role hasn't pleased British and Irish Lions fans who feel he won't be able to s…

Josh Raisey

28 Jun 2019, 3:53

Welsh fans taking positives as yet another talent lost to English system

A trend that has been worrying Welsh fans over the past few months is the number of uncapped regional players that are making a mo…

Josh Raisey

27 Jun 2019, 7:39

Tigers fans' delight at Pat Howard tinged with concern for club hero

Leicester Tigers fans are rejoicing after club legend Pat Howard has returned to Welford Road in a mentoring role to help head coa…

Josh Raisey

26 Jun 2019, 12:11

Former World Cup winner tells Leicester where modern rugby is going wrong

Leicester's announcement of a back room reshuffle was the prompt on Wednesday for Neil Back to issue a reminder to the club that p…

Josh Raisey

26 Jun 2019, 8:08

Anthony Watson to the fore in England's training ground social media footage

England's countdown towards the World Cup in Japan began this week at Pennyhill and RFU's social media footage has shown some prev…

Josh Raisey

25 Jun 2019, 10:46

Mike Catt's appointment as Andy Farrell's Ireland assistant has not gone down well with Irish fans

It was Sunday evening when the IRFU confirmed Mike Catt will work with Andy Farrell from 2020 onwards, but his appointment hasn't …

Josh Raisey

25 Jun 2019, 6:29

The revelation that Leicester Tigers are up for sale has split its fanbase

Leicester Tigers revealed on Tuesday morning that they are putting the club up for sale but the revelation has caused a split amon…

Josh Raisey

25 Jun 2019, 5:08

Wallabies fans have their say on James O'Connor's potential return

After the news emerged recently that exiled Australian utility back James O’Connor could make a return before the World Cup this…

Josh Raisey

24 Jun 2019, 19:14

'A no brainer' - decision to leave Serfontein out of Springboks squad questioned

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has taken his first step towards building a squad for the World Cup later this year by nami…

Josh Raisey

24 Jun 2019, 4:46

Former Leinster teammate full of praise for new Wallabies coach

After Australia announced that Shaun Berne has been appointed as their new attack coach, a former Leinster teammate of his, Luke F…

Josh Raisey

22 Jun 2019, 21:22

Wales start the running in their bid to be fittest team at RWC in Japan

Wales' preparations for the World Cup in Japan are underway and they have been busy on social media sharing a glimpse of how they …

Josh Raisey

22 Jun 2019, 6:53

Calls for 'beyond world class' Mo'unga to start at 10 for All Blacks

One of the most interesting subplots to this Super Rugby season has been the form of prospective fly-half challengers for the All …

Josh Raisey

21 Jun 2019, 4:23

Israel Folau has launched a fundraising campaign

Israel Folau's legal battle against Rugby Australia hasn't come cheap and the former Wallaby player is now looking for charitable …

Josh Raisey

20 Jun 2019, 9:14

Training squad exclusion of Robshaw and Care leave England fans puzzled

Eddie Jones' initial 29-strong squad to commence training next week for England's World Cup hasn't been universally popular due to…

Josh Raisey

20 Jun 2019, 7:45

Ospreys fans react to their inclusion in the Champions Cup pool of death

Ospreys were thrilled to pip arch Welsh rivals Scarlets to Champions Cup qualification, but their dubious reward is facing Saracen…

Josh Raisey

20 Jun 2019, 1:16

Glasgow supporters react to the return of Stuart Hogg

Stuart Hogg has only recently moved into his new surroundings in Exeter, but the Champions Cup draw has given him a quick return t…

Josh Raisey

19 Jun 2019, 11:18

Brumbies fans pay tribute to 'Warrior of a man' Leali'ifano

After it was announced that Brumbies captain Christian Leali’ifano would be leaving Australia for Japan at the end of the year, …

Josh Raisey

18 Jun 2019, 19:39

'Disgusting' - furious backlash over potential World Cup absences

After it has been alleged that Samoan and Tongan players have been pressured into missing the World Cup this year in order to rema…

Josh Raisey

17 Jun 2019, 8:18

Former Springboks coach makes startling admission about Super Rugby

Former Springboks assistant coach and current United States head coach Gary Gold has made a startling comparison between Super Rug…

Josh Raisey

17 Jun 2019, 4:25

Cooper thanks Rebels for restoring 'a lot of love I lost for the game'

Quade Cooper's career appeared at a crossroads when axed by the Reds, but he found a home at the Rebels and he has praised them fo…

Josh Raisey

14 Jun 2019, 9:59

Leinster legend backs Munster's latest coaching staff recruit

Munster's attack has been dismissed as blunt in recent seasons, but one Leinster legend believes they have recruited shrewdly by b…

Josh Raisey

14 Jun 2019, 8:55

Will Genia hints his Super Rugby career is over

Will Genia's Rebels didn't have the best of Fridays in action against the Chiefs and the defeat was followed by a social media mes…

Josh Raisey

14 Jun 2019, 7:41

England fans label John Mitchell's contract extension a risk

The RFU confirmed on Thursday that John Mitchell will continue to assist England until at least 2021, a development that has left …

Josh Raisey

14 Jun 2019, 1:27

Bastareaud is proving quite the hit in New York

Eyebrows were raised when it was revealed Mathieu Bastareaud will temporarily switch to New York after the World Cup, but he was o…

Josh Raisey

13 Jun 2019, 11:01

Some fans not convinced by Gatland's 'I won't coach England' vow

Wales boss Warren Gatland used his Lions unveiling to rule out ever coaching rivals England, but some fans are not convinced he wi…

Josh Raisey

12 Jun 2019, 12:12

Kiwi fans are worried that Retallick's deal will set a worrying trend

There is nothing new in an All Black international deciding to move overseas, but the way the NZR has framed the Brodie Retallick …

Josh Raisey

12 Jun 2019, 9:52

Former Lion raises question about Gatland's repeat appointment

Warren Gatland's 2013 and 2017 success made him favourite to also lead the 2021 Lions, but his appointment has been criticised by …

Josh Raisey

12 Jun 2019, 5:27

Why 25-year-old Samu Kerevi will be considering leaving Australian rugby

While nothing has been confirmed yet, it is widely expected that Queensland Reds captain Samu Kerevi will be moving to Japan after…

Josh Raisey

11 Jun 2019, 16:40

Video: Namibia's destructive backrow that the All Blacks and Boks will have to watch

Namibia made history on Sunday by beating Uruguay for the first time 30-28 in Montevideo in the World Rugby Nations Cup and there …

Josh Raisey

11 Jun 2019, 15:44

Wasps fans can't believe their 'exciting' backline for next season

After Wasps announced the signing of Newcastle Falcons’ winger Zach Kibirige ahead of next season, their fans are getting excite…

Josh Raisey

11 Jun 2019, 5:33

Hibbard's 'shock' about the new season already starting

The club season is only a week over in England and has another week to run in France, but Richard Hibbard was hard at it in pre-se…

Josh Raisey

10 Jun 2019, 8:28

Rising Ulster star smashes Irish schools sprint records

It's said nothing can beat pace in rugby... if this is true, then Ulster have much to excitingly look forward to judging by the sp…

Josh Raisey

10 Jun 2019, 7:52

'Hurry up and go bust, scum' - Coventry City fans tear into Wasps

After Wasps and Coventry City owners Sisu failed to reach an agreement about ground-sharing next season, the football club have be…

Josh Raisey

08 Jun 2019, 4:28

Andy Goode makes shock 'National Fish and Chips Day' admission

Former England fly-half Andy Goode has revealed a secret on Twitter that many people may have already guessed.

Josh Raisey

08 Jun 2019, 2:29

Highlanders release 'ultimate' jersey in Ben Smith's honour

Ahead of their final home game of the Super Rugby season, the Highlanders released “the ultimate jersey” in honour of Ben Smit…

Josh Raisey

07 Jun 2019, 2:51

Luther Burrell begins training with Warrington Wolves

After his career in union and with Northampton Saints ended under two weeks ago, many would have thought that Luther Burrell would…

Josh Raisey

06 Jun 2019, 11:03

Ben Ryan confirms he isn't dead

Olympic gold-winning rugby sevens coach Ben Ryan has taken to Twitter after a 'fake news story' broke that reported that he has ap…

Josh Raisey

06 Jun 2019, 4:37

Christian Wade on the specific rugby skills he's bringing to the NFL

Former Wasps and England winger Christian Wade has given an insight into the differences and similarities between American Footbal…

Josh Raisey

05 Jun 2019, 10:32

Munster fans hail 'ferocious' Rowntree signing

After the departure of coaches Jerry Flannery and Felix Jones last month, Munster fans have been desperate for a replacement worth…

Josh Raisey

04 Jun 2019, 5:18

Welsh fans expect Alun Wyn Jones to make lucrative move as speculation mounts

With Wales’ Grand Slam winning captain Alun Wyn Jones’ dual contract with the Welsh Rugby Union and the Ospreys set to expire …

Josh Raisey

04 Jun 2019, 5:16

Utterly different Joe Marler post-match interview sums up the true value of the Barbarians

Harlequins and former England prop Joe Marler has highlighted the importance of the Barbarians, after making his first appearance …

Josh Raisey

03 Jun 2019, 12:21

Revealing centre stats reignite Ireland World Cup squad debate

After Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt announced his 44-man World Cup training squad last week, the exclusion of Ulster’s Stuart M…

Josh Raisey

03 Jun 2019, 9:20

Full range of emotions for England fans over Nowell injury

The Premiership final proved to be a mixed day for Exeter and England’s Jack Nowell.

Josh Raisey

03 Jun 2019, 6:26

Exeter Chiefs' perfect response to critics on Twitter

Despite finishing top of the Premiership table with the second most points in history and making the final, Exeter Chiefs have had…

Josh Raisey

01 Jun 2019, 4:18

Barbarians jokingly troll England on Twitter

Ahead of the annual England vs Barbarians match at Twickenham this Sunday, the BaaBaas have started some light verbal sparring wit…

Josh Raisey

31 May 2019, 2:42

Pocock sends message after hanging up Super Rugby boots

Australia and Brumbies back-row David Pocock has taken to Instagram after the news was announced yesterday that he will not renew …

Josh Raisey

29 May 2019, 8:34

Stuart Hogg's parting message to Glasgow on Instagram

PRO14 final defeat to Leinster dashed Stuart Hogg's hopes of a fairytale finish to his career with Glasgow Warriors, but he still …

Josh Raisey

28 May 2019, 10:17

McCloskey's Ireland RWC training squad omission branded 'absolute joke'

After Ireland coach Joe Schmidt announced his 44-man World Cup training squad today, fans cannot understand how Stuart McCloskey h…

Josh Raisey

28 May 2019, 8:21

Dan Carter issues post-neck surgery update

All Blacks legend Dan Carter has posted an update on his health on social media, six weeks after having surgery on his neck.

Josh Raisey

27 May 2019, 7:48

Question marks raised over Sean O'Brien's future at London Irish

Question marks have been raised about Sean O’Brien's future after it was revealed on Sunday that the Ireland flanker will miss t…

Josh Raisey

27 May 2019, 6:52

Twitter in awe of 'astonishing' Chiefs defence

The Chiefs held on for a gruelling 19-13 win against the Reds in Hamilton on Friday, thanks to one of the best defensive displays …

Josh Raisey

25 May 2019, 3:41

Piers Morgan weighs in on Cipriani debate

After being named both the Premiership Player of the Season and the RPA Players’ Player of the Season, there is a lot of talk su…

Josh Raisey

25 May 2019, 3:16

Dream Team divide on social media shows strength of the Springboks

After the Premiership Dream Team was announced yesterday, there were always going to be some contentious selections which would ca…

Josh Raisey

23 May 2019, 15:39

Carlin Isles responds to claim he's no longer the fastest player in rugby

After Australia Sevens signed former sprinter Trae Williams recently, the belief was that the USA’s Carlin Isles was about to lo…

Josh Raisey

23 May 2019, 13:10

Joe Marler sends sheepish Twitter message ahead of Barbarians call-up

Joe Marler has left a simple message on Twitter after being called up to face England.

Josh Raisey

23 May 2019, 9:31

Crusader's Fiji omission could leave door open for All Blacks call-up

Fiji announced their World Cup training squad today, and it is a team that looks to be a genuine threat to Australia and Wales in …

Josh Raisey

22 May 2019, 12:16

Meet rugby's new fastest man - his nickname is 'Quadzilla'

Australia Sevens have been dealt a major boost heading into next season, and the Olympics, with former sprinter Trae Williams sign…

Josh Raisey

22 May 2019, 6:46

Tributes paid to 'one of rugby's all-time greats'

George Smith has brought the curtain down on his stellar playing career and the world of rugby has reacted in unison, praising the…

Josh Raisey

21 May 2019, 11:16

Sale Sharks send message to Eddie Jones

With Sale Sharks’ season now over, they took to Twitter recently to congratulate winger Denny Solomona on finishing the regular …

Josh Raisey

21 May 2019, 3:49

Munster fans rue loss of promising playmaker

Munster fans have shown their disappointment on social media that rising star Bill Johnston will move to Ulster ahead of next seas…

Josh Raisey

20 May 2019, 9:22

Savvy Saracens use loophole in Welsh system

According to the BBC, Saracens have agreed to sign Wales under-20 prop Sam Wainwright from Rygbi Gogledd Cymru ahead of next seaso…

Josh Raisey

20 May 2019, 8:51

Nick Williams' extension "better than any new signing" to Cardiff fans

There were rumblings that Nick Williams would not be getting a contract extension at Cardiff, but in the end a deal was done and i…

Josh Raisey

18 May 2019, 2:47

Drums beat louder for a former English prop to return to international rugby

After the news emerged that England and Saracens prop Mako Vunipola will require surgery on a torn hamstring, calls are being made…

Josh Raisey

17 May 2019, 22:14

Jordie Barrett comes under fire after massive error

Hurricanes and All Blacks fullback Jordie Barrett has received a lot of criticism on social media after a huge blunder in his team…

Josh Raisey

17 May 2019, 21:58

Israel Folau shares first social media posts since controversy

With the dust now settling on Rugby Australia's decision to terminate his contract, Israel Folau had returned to social media and …

Josh Raisey

17 May 2019, 3:04

Elliot Daly sends parting message to Wasps

Wasps and England star Elliot Daly has taken to Instagram to share a message before his final game for his club this Saturday.

Josh Raisey

16 May 2019, 11:21

NFL side release Christian Wade update

NFL outfit Buffalo Bills have posted an update on how new recruit Christian Wade is doing after joining them last month.

Josh Raisey

16 May 2019, 11:12

Bulls fans despair on Twitter at massive player exodus

The Bulls and South African rugby as a whole look set to be hit by a huge player exodus after the World Cup, with a spate of Sprin…

Josh Raisey

16 May 2019, 2:39

London Irish fans glad to see current stars stay despite star influx

Some people feared London Irish were going the London Welsh route in recruiting a brand new team after promotion, but some contrac…

Josh Raisey

15 May 2019, 11:40

Josh Adams parting message to Worcester

Worcester Warriors and Wales winger Josh Adams has thanked his club ahead of his final game this weekend, before he moves to Cardi…

Josh Raisey

15 May 2019, 9:32

Anscombe clocks off with message of gratitude for Cardiff fans

Gareth Anscombe's future became one of the main talking points following the Six Nations, but he has signed off from Cardiff with …

Josh Raisey

15 May 2019, 7:18

Dragons fans hope for revival under Ryan

Dragons supporters have been used to years of struggle at Rodney Parade, but they are hoping for a brighter future now that Dean R…

Josh Raisey

14 May 2019, 11:13

Bulls fans despair at massive player exodus

Fears are growing among Bulls fans that the exodus of players from the South African scene will mean that the three-time Super Rug…

Josh Raisey

14 May 2019, 10:44

Ulster on to a winner as social media fans are thrilled by signing of Matt Faddes

Confirmation of Matt Faddes' signature has only just been officially confirmed, but Ulster fans believe they have landed a star to…

Josh Raisey

14 May 2019, 6:51

Wallaby legend attempts to take credit for Brad Barritt's huge performance

Australian rugby legend David Campese has sent an interesting message to Saracens captain Brad Barritt after his side won their th…

Josh Raisey

13 May 2019, 10:03

Departing Matt Toomua gets mixed response from Tigers' fans

With one game left of the season, Leicester Tigers today announced that centre Matt Toomua will be leaving the club immediately to…

Josh Raisey

13 May 2019, 9:29

English, Irish and Scottish fans in agreement on Gatland appointment

After Warren Gatland was announced as the head coach for the British and Irish Lions for the third successive time, English, Irish…

Josh Raisey

10 May 2019, 13:20

'Immense' 5 international bench leaves Saracens fans confident

Saracens and Leinster have both announced their teams for what looks to be the biggest Champions Cup final in years.

Josh Raisey

10 May 2019, 8:29

England fans send message to Eddie Jones

One of the biggest campaigns from England fans this season on social media has been the call for Danny Cipriani to be selected for…

Josh Raisey

10 May 2019, 6:26

London Irish signings raise questions over salary cap on Twitter

London Irish added yet another player to their ranks today with Adam Coleman to join the speight of international stars that will …

Josh Raisey

10 May 2019, 6:17

Former team-mates pay tribute to 'real character' Haskell

Injury restricted James Haskell to only four appearances at Northampton, but the former England and Lions international is retirin…

Josh Raisey

08 May 2019, 9:05

London Irish fans expect to be a force next season after spending spree

London Irish's signing of Waisake Naholo is the latest in a long list of stellar signings that have fans of the Exiles feeling ver…

Josh Raisey

08 May 2019, 6:12

Shock Munster departures generate mixed emotions among fans

When Johann van Graan signed a contract extension, it was expected Jerry Flannery and Felix Jones would follow suit but their deci…

Josh Raisey

08 May 2019, 5:14

Bath fans express worry on Twitter about their inexperienced coaching set-up

Todd Blackadder's impending move to Japan has triggered a coaching shake-up at Bath that has left some fans at The Rec worried abo…

Josh Raisey

07 May 2019, 11:40

Paddy Jackson signing sparks Twitter storm

London Irish’s recent announcement of signing former Ireland fly-half Paddy Jackson has been marred in controversy on social med…

Josh Raisey

07 May 2019, 6:38

Damian McKenzie gives first update after devastating knee injury

All Blacks and Chiefs fullback Damian McKenzie has given an update on social media for the first time since an ACL injury that rul…

Josh Raisey

07 May 2019, 2:11

Liam Messam hypes massive MLR showdown between giant former teammates

After signing for Major League Rugby outfit Rugby United New York earlier this week, there is a particular showdown that is being …

Josh Raisey

04 May 2019, 5:47

The Matt Giteau post on Folau that nearly everyone can agree on

Australian centurion Matt Giteau has taken to social media to share his views regarding what has happened in the world of rugby ov…

Josh Raisey

02 May 2019, 8:48

Fans suprised at all backs shortlist

The shortlist for the player of the Year has been announced, and it has been the cause for many questions from fans.

Josh Raisey

02 May 2019, 6:56

The Welsh backrow fans are demanding makes the World Cup plane

Warren Gatland announced his 42-man training squad for the World Cup this year, and it has received a positive reaction from fans …

Josh Raisey

02 May 2019, 4:42

All Blacks fans emphatic over who should be their next captain

All Blacks fans have highlighted Sam Whitelock as the captain in waiting, after signing a new four-year deal with New Zealand Rugb…

Josh Raisey

01 May 2019, 10:06

'Crying shame' - Disbelief why McBryde not snapped up by Welsh region

It was announced on Monday that Robin McBryde’s association with Welsh rugby will end after the World Cup, as he is set to join …

Josh Raisey

30 Apr 2019, 2:08

Wasps' luckless Kiwi flyhalf Gopperth shares update after yet another injury

Wasps centre Jimmy Gopperth’s season has ended early, despite only featuring for 20 minutes in his first game of the season last…

Josh Raisey

29 Apr 2019, 13:05

Scarlets fans turn on Pivac after woeful season

After the Scarlets fell to a 34-32 loss to the Dragons at the Principality Stadium on Saturday, many fans have pinpointed where th…

Josh Raisey

29 Apr 2019, 6:26

European Player of the Year shortlist unearths ongoing debate

The European Player of the Year shortlist was whittled down to five players yesterday, and it is no surprise that it is occupied b…

Josh Raisey

28 Apr 2019, 1:23

Dan Leavy provides post-surgery update a month on from horror injury

Ireland and Leinster flanker Dan Leavy has provided his Instagram followers an update from hospital after having surgery on his kn…

Josh Raisey

27 Apr 2019, 12:32

Premiership versus Pro14 'Grand Final' looks hugely unpopular on Twitter

With CVC potentially in a position to acquire both Premiership rugby and the Pro14, reports have emerged that a Grand Final could …

Josh Raisey

20 Apr 2019, 4:30

Former Lions predict 'chaos' after Jason Leonard appointed Chairman of Lions

A number of former Lions have given their verdict on what will ensue in the forthcoming British and Irish Lions tour in 2021, afte…

Josh Raisey

18 Apr 2019, 9:42

Bristol proof that playoff system would not work

Relegation has been one of the most keenly debated topics in English rugby this season. Not only has the battle at the foot of…

Josh Raisey

18 Apr 2019, 7:20

The surprising reaction of Bath fans to Todd Blackadder's shock exit

Bath fans were left shocked today when head coached Todd Blackadder announced he will be leaving the club at the end of the season…

Josh Raisey

17 Apr 2019, 8:43

Luke Fitzgerald tweets what every Leinster fan is thinking ahead of Toulouse

Leinster have persistently faced a problem over the past season in the Champions Cup over their selection. The competition onl…

Josh Raisey

17 Apr 2019, 5:48

Twitter users poke fun at Bastareaud's rumoured move

Ahead of France centre Mathieu Bastareaud’s potential loan move to the United States after the World Cup, one question has been …

Josh Raisey

16 Apr 2019, 5:15

Ospreys fans predict future of 'reject' Sam Davies after Anscombe deal

With the imminent announcement that Gareth Anscombe will be joining the Ospreys from the Cardiff Blues next season, fans have give…

Josh Raisey

15 Apr 2019, 12:51

Welsh fans fearing Warren Gatland is edging closer to the unthinkable

Rugby fans have given their opinion on Twitter over France’s decision to not appoint a foreign coach after the World Cup.

Josh Raisey

14 Apr 2019, 2:14

Fans rally around Leicester players after vile online abuse

Rugby fans from all over the United Kingdom have rallied behind Leicester Tigers, after the revelation that a number of their play…

Josh Raisey

13 Apr 2019, 7:43

Jack Willis sends social media message after another season-ending injury

Wasps have been dealt a triple injury blow recently, as scrum-half Dan Robson, and loose forwards Thomas Young and Jack Willis wil…

Josh Raisey

13 Apr 2019, 5:53

'A real stab in the heart' - Japan captain Leitch sends Folau passionate video message

Japan captain Michael Leitch has sent a message to Israel Folau on Twitter calling for the Australian to apologise for comments he…

Josh Raisey

11 Apr 2019, 5:52

Debate ignites online over Folau's next destination

Rugby fans around the world have weighed in with their opinion after it appears Rugby Australia have terminated Israel Folau’s c…

Josh Raisey

11 Apr 2019, 4:46

Dan Carter provides post-surgery update

All Blacks legend Dan Carter has given his followers on Instagram an update on his health after having surgery on his neck.

Josh Raisey

11 Apr 2019, 2:31

All Blacks fans left asking questions after foundation squad is announced

All Blacks fans have taken to Twitter after the squad announcement to give their opinion, and while many seem happy with the squad…

Josh Raisey

10 Apr 2019, 14:00

The debate over Rhys Webb's eligibility has kicked off again on Twitter

With under six months to go until this year’s World Cup in Japan, some players in the northern hemisphere will not have long to …

Josh Raisey

08 Apr 2019, 9:04

Fleck cops serious flak on Twitter as fans fume over 'shambles' Stormers defeat

Stormers head coach Robbie Fleck has come under some heavy criticism from fans after his side slumped to a 24-12 loss to the Reds …

Josh Raisey

05 Apr 2019, 5:58

Brad Barritt takes to Twitter after latest injury scare

Saracens fans have been fretting after their captain Brad Barritt came off against Glasgow at the weekend with an ankle injury.

Josh Raisey

04 Apr 2019, 8:03

Wales and Exeter's exploitation of eligibility loophole has Twitter up in arms

After Wales prop Tomas Francis has signed a new contract with Exeter to keep him at Sandy Park until 2021 this week, fans have giv…

Josh Raisey

04 Apr 2019, 5:05