Owen Farrell set for first appearance since his big announcement
The England skipper will sit out this season’s Six Nations as he takes an international break to prioritise his and his family…
PA
06 Dec, 10:26
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OPINION
Australia women's player ratings | Dubai SVNS 2023/24
Australia are the queens of the Dubai SVNS for the fourth time on the bounce after beating rivals New Zealand.
Finn Morton
06 Dec, 9:30
EXCLUSIVE
The club rookie Sam Warburton is backing for Six Nations selection
The Welsh begin their 2024 schedule with a February 3 trip to Scotland with experienced duo Leigh Halfpenny and Liam Williams no l…
Liam Heagney
06 Dec, 9:11
INTERVIEW
How Springboks’ World Cup success has raised the bar for Blitzboks
Sevens great Rosko Specman said the Springboks' success is motivating the team on the new-look SVNS Series.
Finn Morton
06 Dec, 6:48
The message on the Leinster wall Nienaber has already taken to heart
Leinster were left reliant on an 81st-minute try from Ciaran Frawley to snatch a 24-22 victory in Galway from the jaws of defeat.
Liam Heagney
06 Dec, 5:59
ANALYSIS
Champions Cup primed for a bold renaissance
The premier domestic club competition in the world has had a tumultuous time in recent years but is predicting a stirring comeback
Tom Bradshaw
06 Dec, 5:19
INTERVIEW
‘The vibe is really cool’ – Abbie Brown on Lightning, GB Sevens, and jumping between the two
When she’s not captaining her nation to Olympic qualification, Abbie Brown is providing Loughborough Lightning with a last line …
Matt Merritt
06 Dec, 5:17
Wallabies wing Mark Nawaqanitawase ‘leaning’ towards code switch – report
Wallabies wing Mark Nawaqanitawase is on the brink of signing a stunning two-year deal with NRL heavyweights the Sydney Roosters.
Finn Morton
06 Dec, 5:12
Ben Gollings under increasing pressure to hold onto head coach role
Ben Gollings, the Fiji sevens head coach, is under growing pressure to deliver a win at the Cape Town leg of the HSBC SVNS
Chris Jones
06 Dec, 5:05
OPINION
South Africa men's player ratings | Dubai SVNS
Champions in Dubai for the fifth straight year, the South Africa Sevens men were on a mission to kickstart the brand-new SVNS seri…
Ned Lester
05 Dec, 20:40
OPINION
Ranking the five best performances from the All Blacks in 2023
The All Blacks came up short by one point in the Rugby World Cup final in 2023 but there were many other memorable games during th…
Ben Smith
05 Dec, 17:53
ANALYSIS
A rivalry for the ages : why Ireland and South Africa can lead a new world order
Battles between these two rugby powerhouses are set to dominate the landscape at club and Test level.
Nick Bishop
05 Dec, 14:34
Jacques Nienaber at Leinster: 'I don’t think they will buy me pints!'
It was October 28 in Paris when Nienaber led South Africa to back-to-back world titles, his team defeating the All Blacks in the f…
Liam Heagney
05 Dec, 13:11
Former Scotland international Craig Chalmers reveals cancer diagnosis
Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions stand-off Craig Chalmers has revealed that he is suffering from prostate cancer.
David Ferguson
05 Dec, 11:41
Six Nations debuts for three referees; Davidson to also make history
World Rugby confirmed on Tuesday their Emirates World Rugby match official appointments for the upcoming tournament, which begins …
Liam Heagney
05 Dec, 11:24
Toby Booth on 'harsh reality' as another star leaves Wales
Ospreys boss Toby Booth has reflected on the “harsh reality” of Welsh rugby’s economic climate after French second division …
PA
05 Dec, 10:11
Leinster reveal the extent of Ross Byrne's arm injury
Leinster are set to be without No10 Ross Byrne until the new year after underwent surgery on an arm injury last week.
Josh Raisey
05 Dec, 10:04
INTERVIEW
Rachel Malcolm: 'It was the most together we've been as a squad'
“We obviously had a tough couple of years,” Malcolm said on reflection. “But one thing that's super special about Scotland a…
Elizabeth Cartwright
05 Dec, 9:02
Kevin Sinfield: 'The team are a little bit tired, a little bit busted'
The former Leeds rugby league player is running seven marathons in seven days around the UK and Ireland to raise awareness and fun…
Liam Heagney
05 Dec, 9:01
Wayne Barnes weighs in on resignation of ex-colleague Tom Foley after online abuse
Recently retired referee Wayne Barnes has said "rugby has lost one of its best officials" after his former colleague Tom Foley ann…
Josh Raisey
05 Dec, 8:45
Ireland trio provide timely injury boost for Ulster head of Champions Cup
Ulster will be boosted by the return of three Ireland internationals this week as they prepare to get their Investec Champions Cup…
Josh Raisey
05 Dec, 7:44
Pools confirmed for opening round of HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024
The pools have been confirmed ahead of the opening round of the World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 at The Sevens Stadium in D…
Grant Constable
05 Dec, 7:16
Eddie Jones linked with another international job alongside ex-All Blacks coach
Despite his unsavoury exit from Australian rugby after the World Cup, there is no shortage in interest in the services of Eddie Jo…
Josh Raisey
05 Dec, 6:11
Ex-Wallabies centre Tevita Kuridrani has named his new club
The 31-year-old last played for Biarritz in their 2021/22 Top 14 season which ended in relegation.
Liam Heagney
05 Dec, 5:02
OPINION
England must follow South Africa's lead to achieve any success again
It’s fair to say that English rugby has seen better days. The now ring-fenced Premiership has been reduced to just 10 teams afte…
Daniel Gallan
05 Dec, 4:16
Out until 2024: Another World Cup winner is ruled out at Munster
Named Munster player of the year for 2022/23, Jean Kleyn made his 2023/24 seasonal debut in the November 25 URC derby away to Lein…
Liam Heagney
05 Dec, 3:37
Super Rugby Aupiki 2024 draw revealed
Matat?, Chiefs Manawa, Hurricanes Poua and the nib Blues will play a full home and away schedule before the top two teams meet in …
Kim Ekin
04 Dec, 23:19
Gilbert Enoka talks All Blacks 'sense of entitlement' at 2007 RWC
The year 2007 was one All Blacks fans would quickly rather forget, given the pain of a worst-ever Rugby World Cup result.
Ned Lester
04 Dec, 21:51
OPINION
What Beauden Barrett's new deal means for Will Jordan and Damian McKenzie
Re-signing Beauden Barrett will be well worth it for New Zealand Rugby and the All Blacks as they look to fill the void left by Ri…
Ben Smith
04 Dec, 20:59
OPINION
Will arduous All Blacks schedule hamper Razor’s rebuild?
Expectations of a bold new era under Scott Robertson may be challenged by a run of 15 tests in 21 weeks in 2024
Gregor Paul
04 Dec, 16:15
EXCLUSIVE
Handre Pollard: 'Manie has made such a positive impact for the Boks'
The South African double-World Cup winner believes his injury-enforced lay-offs have given him the mental toughness to succeed
Jon Cardinelli
04 Dec, 12:54
ANALYSIS
'Owen Farrell is another prophet railroaded out of his own land - who can replace him?'
Will George Ford or Marcus Smith fill the void left by the England totem?
Nick Bishop
04 Dec, 12:03
Fiji international facing jail after guilty plea in court
Top rugby player Api Ratuniyarawa is facing jail after admitting a series of sexual offences committed days before he was due to p…
PA
04 Dec, 11:38
Challenge Cup winning league coach praised for 'changing the mindset' at Northampton
Northampton Saints showcased their credentials as a force to be reckoned with this season in the Gallagher Premiership with a 18-1…
Josh Raisey
04 Dec, 11:23
'We want the best players to play for England- if they're not in the Prem, they're not able to'
England Rugby appear to be on the brink of entering a new era with hybrid contracts and with that comes a lot of uncertainty surro…
Josh Raisey
04 Dec, 10:11
EXCLUSIVE
'Two years ago I was on building sites': Rhys Litterick, from landscaping graft to a date with Antoine Dupont
The Cardiff prop was doing manual labour while playing semi-pro rugby as recently as 2021.
Jamie Lyall
04 Dec, 9:45
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