Watch: Epic farewell London Irish video will give you the feels
London Irish have signed off on their brutal week by posting an emotional video on social media.
Liam Heagney
09 Jun, 10:04
Rugby News
EPCR statement: Reprieve for Bristol after London Irish suspension
Pat Lam’s Bristol have been handed a Heineken Champions Cup reprieve as the Bears have been awarded the place in the 2023/24 tou…
Liam Heagney
09 Jun, 9:21
Cory Hill becomes the latest player to quit Wales' World Cup squad
Cory Hill has become the latest player to withdraw from Wales’ preliminary World Cup training squad.
PA
09 Jun, 7:02
INTERVIEW
Libbie Janse van Rensburg: 'It’s something I’m going to remember for the rest of my life’
Springbok Women fly-half Libbie Janse van Rensburg on playing in front of thousands of fans at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Divi…
Martyn Thomas
09 Jun, 6:14
Blues brutally end Waratahs' season as Eden Park hoodoo continues
The Blues have ended the NSW Waratahs' season with a clinical 41-12 victory in the opening Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final of 20…
AAP
09 Jun, 5:56
OPINION
Blues player ratings vs Waratahs | Super Rugby Pacific
The Blues are the first team through to the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals after beating the NSW Waratahs 41-12 at Eden Park on F…
Finn Morton
09 Jun, 5:49
EBU and Rugby Europe agree to Sevens rights deal
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Rugby Europe have come together in a major collaboration to bring Rugby Sevens to select…
Ian Cameron
09 Jun, 4:55
'We need the belief': Reds aim to upset Chiefs again
Tate McDermott is among a host of Queensland Reds players he says owe coach Brad Thorn plenty ahead of what history suggests will …
AAP
09 Jun, 1:48
Potential try-fest quarter-final as high scoring sides collide in Canberra
The Super Rugby Pacific's two best try-scoring teams clash on Saturday night, with the ACT Brumbies hosting the Hurricanes in a cr…
AAP
09 Jun, 0:45
INTERVIEW
‘Fire in the belly’: Chiefs seek ‘revenge’ in Reds quarter-final
The Chiefs have harnessed the hurt from their sole defeat heading into the playoffs, and are hungry for “revenge.”
Finn Morton
09 Jun, 0:31
'No time for politics': Pundits plead for Fainga'anuku's move not to impact WC selection
Fainga'anuku's exit may be the one making the headlines, but Watson is of the opinion that there's another offshore signing that c…
Ned Lester
09 Jun, 0:03
OPINION
Dane Coles upholds the expectations and obligations of being an All Black
Coles makes the game personal and refuses to yield to anyone. That’s a trait more athletes should have and why he can make an en…
Hamish Bidwell
08 Jun, 21:26
‘My last chance’: Brad Weber eager to end Chiefs career ‘on a high’
For Chiefs co-captain Brad Weber, this is it.
Finn Morton
08 Jun, 20:35
'How do you know if you're ready?': Matt Todd on hanging boots up for coaching
Matt Todd hadn't even farewelled his playing career when the opportunity to become an assistant coach at the Crusaders came along.
Ned Lester
08 Jun, 20:17
‘Not looking too good’: Crusaders assistant provides update on injured star
Crusaders assistant coach James Marshall has revealed that injured lock Sam Whitelock isn’t “looking too good” after aggrava…
Finn Morton
08 Jun, 19:28
'Let the rugby do the talking': Blues embrace playoff mentality
Barrett, as can be expected from a veteran leader, is focussing on the positives, and understands the value of adversity when buil…
Ned Lester
08 Jun, 19:01
New contract places Slipper on track for most capped Wallaby title
With 127 Wallabies caps since his Test debut in 2010, he's poised to move past George Gregan's all-time mark of 139 in the coming …
AAP
08 Jun, 17:45
Ex-England and Toulon star Delon Armitage names his Dream Team XV
Delon Armitage enjoyed one heck of a career, the full-back spending nine years in the London Irish first team before embarking on …
Liam Heagney
08 Jun, 12:12
Montpellier issue blunt statement about Saint-Andre exit speculation
Last year's Top 14 champions Montpellier have issued a blunt statement regarding speculation that Philippe Saint-Andre is to leave…
Liam Heagney
08 Jun, 10:29
OPINION
The eleventh hour has arrived for All Blacks hopefuls
It's last chance saloon for fringe All Blacks to push their case for national selection.
Tom Vinicombe
08 Jun, 10:06
'A significant development': Enhanced England contracts agreed
New contracts have been announced for the England senior women players that will incorporate the 2025 World Cup on home soil.
PA
08 Jun, 9:58
Fiji name a star-studded 45-strong Rugby World Cup training squad
New Fiji boss Simon Raiwalui has named a 45-strong Rugby World Cup training squad consisting of numerous stars such as Semi Radrad…
Liam Heagney
08 Jun, 7:56
Harlequins raid BUCS Super Rugby for rising star
Harlequins have dipped into the university rugby pathway by securing the services of Roma Zheng, a rising star of the BUCS Super R…
Ian Cameron
08 Jun, 7:48
ANALYSIS
And then there were four: Everything’s in place for a spectacular Premier 15s sprint finish
The pacemaker of the regular Premier 15s season has stepped off the track and the bell’s sounding: there’s a lead pack of four…
Claire Thomas
08 Jun, 7:37
OPINION
'Rugby World Cup lends credibility to a sport battling grave issues'
As clubs go bust and player welfare concerns heighten, the Rugby World Cup remains a vital beacon of light.
Mick Cleary
08 Jun, 7:33
Lyon confirm the exit of three players, including Lima Sopoaga
Former All Blacks utility Lima Sopoaga is on the lookout for a new club after Lyon confirmed that last Sunday’s play-off defeat …
Liam Heagney
08 Jun, 7:09
Waratahs' Gordon dismisses Eden Park rugby hoodoo
It's been a graveyard for Australian teams but skipper Jake Gordon says Auckland's Eden Park holds no fears for the NSW Waratahs i…
AAP
08 Jun, 7:01
INTERVIEW
Why All Blacks hopeful has ‘no regrets about signing overseas’
For young rugby players growing up in New Zealand, the childhood dream of one day running out in the iconic black jersey is fuelle…
Finn Morton
08 Jun, 1:57
Star players return for Chiefs’ quarter-final with Reds
Coming into this year’s Super Rugby Pacific playoffs, most rugby fans would agree that the Hamilton-based Chiefs are the favouri…
Finn Morton
08 Jun, 1:04
Brumbies' X-factor ruled out of quarter-final as team named
The setbacks keep coming for the ACT Brumbies ahead of their blockbuster Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final against the Hurricanes …
AAP
07 Jun, 23:20
Hurricanes sticking with winning formula for trip to Canberra
Hurricanes head coach Jason Holland has named a largely unchanged side to head to Canberra to take on the fourth-placed Brumbies i…
Kim Ekin
07 Jun, 23:15
Ethan Blackadder returns as Crusaders name team for quarter-final
The Crusaders have welcomed back some big-name players for their quarter-final clash with the Fijian Drua in Christchurch on Satur…
Finn Morton
07 Jun, 23:05
‘Deserved favourites’: Reds name star-studded side for Chiefs quarter
The Queensland Reds shocked the rugby world with a win over the previously unbeaten Chiefs earlier this season, and they’re look…
Finn Morton
07 Jun, 22:35
‘A new chapter and challenge’: Springbok Cheslin Kolbe signs for new club
Rugby World Cup winning Springbok Cheslin Kolbe has officially signed for Suntory Sungoliath in the Japanese Rugby League One comp…
Finn Morton
07 Jun, 22:09
'I'm really excited': Rebels sign Wallabies lock Lukhan Salakaia-Loto
The Melbourne Rebels have officially confirmed Wallabies lock Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has signed with the Super Rugby Pacific club …
AAP
07 Jun, 21:01
‘He’s a little bit frustrated’: Crusaders star ruled out of quarter-final
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has confirmed that veteran lock Sam Whitelock is “not available” for this weekend’s quarter-…
Finn Morton
07 Jun, 20:20
