'Rory's walking without a limp but I don't want to go too deep into that'
Franco Smith has called on Glasgow to improve their away form as they attempt to topple rampant URC leaders Leinster.
PA
26 Nov, 4:14
Rugby News
How the 'disillusioned' Mike Brown fell back in love with rugby
Ex-England full-back Mike Brown has taken to Linkedin to reveal the rejuvenating effect that his recent week of rugby with the Bar…
Liam Heagney
26 Nov, 4:14
Gareth Thomas: 'This game means everything. We have to leave it all out there.'
The Ospreys and Wales loosehead expects a big reaction against Australia after the chastening loss to Georgia
Owain Jones
26 Nov, 3:26
George Skivington left repeating himself for third consecutive week after Gloucester loss
The Gloucester coach said his side yet again showed good fight but needed to learn how "to start respecting the first 10 minutes o…
PA
26 Nov, 1:53
'He should never captain the All Blacks again': NZ leadership guilty in numerous late collapses
The All Blacks' leadership has been called into question following a year riddled with down periods that allowed opponents back in…
Sam Smith
26 Nov, 1:06
Lima Sopoaga delivers selection criticism for 'head scratching' All Blacks performances
Sopoaga also had a word of warning for the Kiwi side ahead of the World Cup being held in his new home of France.
Ned Lester
25 Nov, 20:08
Brett Connon penalty proves decisive as Newcastle edge Exeter
It was the away side with the momentum at the death, but the Falcons defended with heart and managed to hold on for a second win i…
PA
25 Nov, 17:30
Untidy Ulster performance claims big win over Zebre Parma
Ulster, who were dominant but error-strewn, had their bonus point wrapped up by half-time when Stewart Moore scored.
PA
25 Nov, 17:23
Vintage Danny Care performance sees Harlequins down Gloucester
Danny Care produced a man of the match performance as Harlequins sent Gloucester crashing to a third consecutive league defeat.
PA
25 Nov, 17:09
'I don't think it matters': World Cup edge not relevant for Wallabies
The injury-hit Wallabies' captain James Slipper is looking for the positives "The bus seems a little bit empty, but everyone survi…
AAP
25 Nov, 16:56
George North: Welsh response to Georgia loss 'brilliant' ahead of 'must win' Wallabies Test
A fourth successive victory over the Wallabies would not erase memories of the Georgia debacle, but it should at least lift spirit…
AAP
25 Nov, 16:10
Scarlets beaten again after Stormers dominate first-half scoring in Cape Town
The Scarlets’ first-half failings cost them dear as they slipped to a 36-19 defeat against a weakened Stormers side.
PA
25 Nov, 14:28
'He's got a bit of edge hasn't he? Ask Chris Ashton'
England’s Autumn Nations Series campaign closes against South Africa.
PA
25 Nov, 14:03
After ducking the question Kolisi finally addresses Rassiegate
With a big clash at Twickenham looming, Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was again asked for his opinion on the whole Rassie Erasmus …
Rugby365
25 Nov, 11:20
Rob Kearney left 'pretty unimpressed' by his season in Australia
Former Ireland fullback Rob Kearney has spoken of being taken aback following a year in Australian rugby with the Western Force.
Ian Cameron
25 Nov, 11:09
Four ex-England players and exiled Welsh star named in Barbarians team
Four former England players and a host of other international players have been named in the Barbarians team that will take on Nor…
Ian Cameron
25 Nov, 10:14
Richard Cockerill: 'My attitude to the Bomb Squad'
England edged a thrilling 27-26 victory when the teams last met at Twickenham in 2021.
PA
25 Nov, 9:29
How 'quite stressed and nervous' advice paid off for van der Flier
Last Sunday’s announcement of Josh van der Flier as the 2022 World Rugby player of the year provided his club Leinster with the …
Liam Heagney
25 Nov, 9:18
Kelleher returns for Leinster as Glasgow welcome back 9 Scotland campers
Injury-plagued British & Irish Lions tourist Ronan Kelleher play his first game for Leinster in two months as the Irish province w…
Kim Ekin
25 Nov, 7:52
OPINION
Neil de Kock: Springboks only one percent off being the team to beat
Nevertheless, the Springboks have selected a strong side. In the backline, while the Boks have backed Damian Willemse at No.10, it…
Neil de Kock
25 Nov, 6:13
5 major England-Springboks talking points, including Maro vs Eben
England complete their autumn schedule when the Springboks visit Twickenham in Saturday’s rematch of the 2019 World Cup final.
PA
25 Nov, 5:47
5 talking points as Wales host Wallabies with Pivac's job in doubt
Wales end their Autumn Nations Series campaign when they tackle the Wallabies in Cardiff on Saturday with Wayne Pivac and his play…
PA
25 Nov, 5:27
ANALYSIS
How Ellis Genge is redefining the England loosehead role
The Bristol and England No 1 is set to wreak havoc from the bench against the Boks but there's no doubting his importance to Eddie…
Will Owen
25 Nov, 5:13
What Ronan O'Gara feels about pecking order to succeed Eddie Jones
Ronan O’Gara has admitted he has spoken to a few people about the possibility of succeeding Eddie Jones as England coach.
Liam Heagney
25 Nov, 4:55
'The idea of being part of a World Cup is a dream of mine'
Jamie Hodgson insists he is not allowing thoughts of potential World Cup involvement to distract him from performing consistently.…
PA
25 Nov, 4:24
Watch: A 17-year-old Manu Tuilagi scoring his first Twickenham try
The official England Rugby Twitter account has whetted the appetite for this Saturday’s Autumn Nations Series finale by posting …
Liam Heagney
25 Nov, 4:10
England and South Africa look to address the same weakness in Twickenham showdown
The Springboks have had the upper hand on England for large chunks of their last two contests at Twickenham, but lost both by one …
AAP
25 Nov, 0:46
OPINION
All Blacks player ratings: High highs and low lows for centres and outside backs
The All Blacks' midfielders and outside backs mixed moments of the sublime with an equal number of moments of despair in 2022.
Tom Vinicombe
24 Nov, 22:59
Dave Rennie reveals Taniela Tupou's World Cup odds as Achilles rupture confirmed
Tupou suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon against Ireland on Sunday, with four other Wallabies also injured in the 13-10 loss in …
AAP
24 Nov, 20:35
Wallabies' 'unprecedented' run of injuries to be investigated
Rennie has fielded 50 players in the Wallabies' 14-test 2022 calendar, a number only equalled by last year's campaign.
Ned Lester
24 Nov, 17:58
Number of offshore Wallabies for World Cup to be settled in coming months
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has confirmed that the number of foreign-based players who are able to be selected in next year's Worl…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Nov, 17:50
Dave Rennie admits Wallabies' first-choice fullback still a mystery
Tom Wright will become the fourth player to wear the Wallabies No 15 jersey on their 2022 end-of-year tour when he runs out agains…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Nov, 16:50
'He wants to start': Dave Rennie on Noah Lolesio's surprise No 10 omission
Noah Lolesio was largely expected to wear the No 10 jersey for the Wallabies this weekend but in a surprise move, Ben Donaldson ha…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Nov, 16:20
BREAKING
England back-rower Jack Willis confirms his move to the Top 14
England back-rower Jack Willis has confirmed on social media that he is now officially a Toulouse player until the end of the 2022…
Liam Heagney
24 Nov, 15:03
Jacques Nienaber needs a hug
After the base requirements of physiological and safety concerns, the need for love and a sense of belonging are most important to…
Daniel Gallan
24 Nov, 14:57
George Merrick has left Newcastle with 'immediate effect'
Former England U20s star George Merrick has left Newcastle Falcons with 'immediate effect' - the club have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
24 Nov, 12:20
