'Tough week' after All Blacks loss forced Marcus Smith to fix problems
Smith was off-target with two routine shots at goal as England lost to New Zealand this summer.
PA
22 Oct 2024, 12:46
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Wales centre Scott Williams on verge of new club after Scarlets exit
Former Wales centre Scott Williams has been training with Dragons after leaving the Scarlets over the summer.
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2024, 11:40
Johann van Graan confirms Finn Russell position
Between them, Bath and Sale will be missing the nine England internationals selected by Steve Borthwick for the Autumn Nations Ser…
Jon Newcombe
22 Oct 2024, 11:03
Opinion
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 match schedule highlights shift in ambition
One fact laid bare by the release of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 match schedule on Tuesday was just how much the tournament…
Martyn Thomas
22 Oct 2024, 11:03
Interview
Should Fiji and Japan be included in the rejigged Rugby Championship?
With New Zealand and South Africa playing each other in 2026 and 2030, should tournament organisers look further afield?
Brett McKay
22 Oct 2024, 9:53
Interview
Ireland's forgotten man eyes first cap in 14 months after finding form
He hasn’t played for his country since winning his 37th cap in the World Cup warm-up match against Samoa some 14 months ago.
Simon Thomas
22 Oct 2024, 9:43
Opinion
WXV reflections: ‘Lessons and experience are the real golden nuggets’
So there we have it! WXV all wrapped up. Players, coaches and fans have all returned home. Bags are unpacked (maybe). Gifts are gi…
Anna Caplice
22 Oct 2024, 8:56
Local fan takes stake in Gloucester Rugby
Gloucester has confirmed the addition of lifelong supporter Jack Ingles to its Board and shareholder group.
Jon Newcombe
22 Oct 2024, 8:40
RG Snyman names 'unbelievable' difference between Leinster and Munster
It will not be pleasant viewing for Munster fans currently seeing a fully-fit RG Snyman setting the United Rugby Championship alig…
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2024, 8:38
Analysis
'No scrum, no win' - Why props could become rugby's new poster boys
The front-row juggernauts are big athletes with big personalities, and a job which requires brain as well as brawn.
Daniel Gallan
22 Oct 2024, 7:47
Steve Diamond makes bold Premiership prediction after first win
Newcastle boss Steve Diamond is adamant his players will not finish bottom of the Gallagher Premiership after ending a run of 25 s…
Chris Jones
22 Oct 2024, 7:32
Trial period ends with short-term deal for Munster centre
Munster have handed centre Bryan Fitzgerald a three-month contract extension after joining the club on trial over the summer.
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2024, 7:10
World Rankings set for Autumn Nations Series shake-up
Whilst England's Red Roses remain untouchable at the top of the World Rugby Women's Rankings, with a massive advantage over their …
Jon Newcombe
22 Oct 2024, 7:10
Analysis
Six Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 pool matches to get excited about
With the full fixture list confirmed and fans able to map out their team’s potential journey to the final at Twickenham on Septe…
Martyn Thomas
22 Oct 2024, 6:46
Rassie Erasmus warns Bok rookies what awaits them on upcoming tour
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has said that there are "several unlucky players" who have missed out on selection for thei…
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2024, 6:08
Four World Cup winners return to 34-man Springboks squad for UK tour
Newly crowned Rugby Championship winners South Africa have welcomed back four World Cup winners to their squad that will tour the …
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2024, 5:12
Johan Grobbelaar handed Springboks lifeline before squad announcement
For the second successive week in the United Rugby Championship, the Bulls had a red card rescinded.
Jan De Koning
22 Oct 2024, 3:52
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 fixtures announced
The fixtures for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 have been announced today following the pool draw last week.
Imogen Ainsworth
22 Oct 2024, 2:00
Joe Schmidt explains Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii’s selection in Wallabies
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt spent more than 14 minutes talking about marquee recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on Tuesday afternoon.
Finn Morton
21 Oct 2024, 23:49
New captain and two debutants named for All Blacks' clash with Japan
Patrick Tuipulotu will captain the All Blacks for the first time on Saturday evening when they take on Eddie Jones’ Japan in Yok…
Finn Morton
21 Oct 2024, 22:29
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Will Skelton headline Wallabies’ Spring Tour squad
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has named former Sydney Roosters flyer Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii in a 34-man squad for the team's upcoming…
Finn Morton
21 Oct 2024, 20:46
Uncapped All Blacks prospect Peter Lakai reveals Ardie Savea’s impact
Peter Lakai has spoken about the “massive” influence Ardie Savea has had on his rise to the All Blacks.
Finn Morton
21 Oct 2024, 20:17
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe’s clear stance on international retirement
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has ruled out playing for New Zealand again.
Finn Morton
21 Oct 2024, 17:11
Analysis
Why Joseph-Aukuso Sua'ali'i must not become Folau 2.0
Joe Schmidt needs time - and patience - to mould and tutor his shiny new rugby league recruit.
Nick Bishop
21 Oct 2024, 15:50
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe signs Super Rugby Aupiki deal
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe will get the opportunity to play alongside her niece Kerri Johnson having signed a deal with Blues Women …
Martyn Thomas
21 Oct 2024, 13:00
Wales boss Warren Gatland denies seeking to ‘protect my own backside’
Fiji, Australia and South Africa await Wales, who have not won a Test match since the 2023 World Cup, in the upcoming Autumn Natio…
PA
21 Oct 2024, 12:40
Bryan Habana joins All Blacks legend in fan-voted GOAT final
Springbok great Bryan Habana has reached the final of a fan-voted poll to determine rugby's greatest player of the past 25 years, …
Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2024, 12:29
Sale Sharks bring in ex-Ireland U20 hooker to fix crisis
Sale Sharks have signed hooker Tadgh McElroy on a deal that will run until the end of the season.
Josh Raisey
21 Oct 2024, 11:16
Fiji welcome back Top 14 superstars in 39-man squad for November
Fiji head coach Mick Byrne has named four uncapped players in his 39-man squad, which also features a host of overseas stars for t…
Josh Raisey
21 Oct 2024, 9:51
Leinster address Frawley fears and 4 other Ireland players
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has provided an injury update ahead of Saturday's BKT United Rugby Championship Round 6 match again…
Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2024, 9:51
New Zealand Schools wing one of two uncapped picks in 35-man Wales squad
Warren Gatland has named former New Zealand Schools wing Blair Murray in his 35-man squad for the Autumn Nations Series.
Josh Raisey
21 Oct 2024, 8:20
Ireland 'the best team in the world' admits South African coach
The Lions are setting their sights on the ‘best team in the world’ as they get ready to head to Dublin to face the mighty Lein…
Rugby365
21 Oct 2024, 7:52
The alarming trend that's worrying Jake White and his Bulls
Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White says his team will need to develop a killer instinct if they want to end their tour with a win …
Warren Fortune
21 Oct 2024, 7:39
Conor Murray flown home from Munster's tour of South Africa
Veteran scrum-half Conor Murray has returned home to Ireland midway through Munster's tour of South Africa for personal reasons.
Josh Raisey
21 Oct 2024, 7:34
'South Africa's second XV beat New Zealand's first XV': 101-cap veteran
World champions South Africa have three teams that could possibly beat any other team in the world currently, former England scrum…
Josh Raisey
21 Oct 2024, 7:00
Non-contact rugby to be introduced in schools in England by RFU
The Rugby Football Union plans to introduce non-contact rugby to schools in England to ensure the sport remains “fit for the 21s…
PA
21 Oct 2024, 6:19
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