Former England coach Brian Smith dies aged 59
Former England assistant coach Brian Smith has died at the 59 after a battle with an aggressive cancer.
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Nations Championship
Analysis
Boks edged out by France in Nations Championship 'power play' rankings
Using data from ITV Rugby statisticians, Hillsport Media, we've worked out which team is the most ruthless at punishing opposition…
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ITV remains the home of the Men's Rugby World Cup in the UK
All 52 matches from Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 will be broadcast free-to-air in the UK.
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Wallabies are the hottest ticket in town as Nations Championship pulls in the fans
In all, eight countries played their part in delivering the southern hemisphere series of The Nations Championship.
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Fissler Confidential: James O'Connor deal close; French points-machine in big demand
James O’Connor is understood to be set to return to Western Force to finish his career where it began, when he became the younge…
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Nations Championship
Opinion
Nine players whose stock rose massively this July in Nations Championship
Trends, stocks, bonds, and rising values. Terms more commonly linked to economics, yet appropriate in this context, as many player…
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Seven Nations Championship stars who got their start in SVNS
RugbyPass gives you seven of the biggest stars in World Rugby who got their start in the shorter format of the game.
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A major nation is absent from our 11 player Nations Championship stats topper list
With everyone patiently awaiting the November window for the Nations Championship, there's no better time to break down the statis…
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All Blacks legend weighs into Ireland: 'They've turned into a pack of whingers'
Justin Marshall has let rip on the latest episode of The Good, The Bad and The Rugby, ANZ, after Ireland were beaten 40-21 by New …
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'Farrell wants Ireland to be the best - but the top sides have them figured out'
Ireland's coach has a little over a year to restore Ireland's status near the summit of the international game.
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Nations Championship
Analysis
Nations Championship: Debutants who seized their chance on road to RWC 2027
Over 40 players from 11 different teams were handed first caps across the first three rounds of the inaugural global competition.
Will Jordan makes more try-scoring history with ‘freebie’ against Ireland
Will Jordan can’t stop scoring for the All Blacks, making the most of “a freebie” in a 40-21 win over Ireland at Eden Park.
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International
Opinion
Ireland report card: All 34 Nations Championship players rated
Ireland emerged from an inaugural Nations Championship campaign with two wins from three, beating Australia and Japan before falli…
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Nations Championship
Opinion
All Blacks dominate our Nations Champions third round team of the week
The July window of the Nations Championship has come and gone, with teams having already packed their bags to return home, giving …
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Damian McKenzie hails Ruben Love's leadership after rapid Test rise
"So yeah, kudos to to Rubes. He's done a great job of leading the team around, and I guess for me, just try to help out where I …
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‘Gave me sh**’: All Blacks prop de Groot recalls coach’s brutal assessment
All Blacks prop Ethan de Groot has recalled the time assistant coach Neil Barnes “gave me sh** for having sh** skills."
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Why the All Blacks pulled Ruben Love from the field against Ireland
All Blacks first five-eighth Ruben Love was pulled from the field in the 56th minute against Ireland with fullback Damian McKenzie…
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'Not the greatest decision': Rennie weighs in on Luke Jacobson's yellow card
he All Blacks had the foot on the throttle against Ireland early with a 14-0 lead and were searching for more before a dangerous c…
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A frustrated Dan Sheehan makes telling admission about Ireland's season
Leinster hooker Dan Sheehan admits that there is frustration in the Ireland camp after they ended their first half of the Nations …
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Andy Farrell: Scoreline not a fair reflection of where Ireland are at
Andy Farrell insisted Ireland are closer to New Zealand than the 40-21 scoreline suggested after watching his side fall to a compr…
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Nations Championship
Opinion
All Blacks v Ireland takes: Local favourite delivers, Ireland behind the eight-ball
The All Blacks started strongly, leading 14-0 in the opening half hour before Ireland hit back through Jack Conan with Luke Jacobs…
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Nations Championship
Opinion
Ireland player ratings vs New Zealand | Nations Championship 2026
Ireland player ratings: A mammoth task awaited Andy Farrell's men at Eden Park, but this was one in which Ireland repeatedly shot …
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All Blacks extend Eden Park unbeaten streak with clinical win over Ireland
The All Blacks have extended their unbeaten streak at Eden Park to 53 Tests with a win over Ireland in the Nations Championship.
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'These fellas are Gods' - Ireland's quest to sack the Eden Park fortress
The All Blacks are undefeated at their Auckland stronghold in 52 Tests, and the place holds plenty harrowing memories for the tour…
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Dan Sheehan insists Ireland not fixated on All Blacks' Eden Park stranglehold
Dan Sheehan believes a clash against New Zealand is the perfect opportunity for Ireland to finish the season on a high.
Nations Championship
Interview
Christopher Hilsenbeck on the decision to play for the country 'of his birth'
The Eagles are soaring high after victories over Portugal and Zimbabwe in the first two rounds of the Nations Cup, putting them in…
The World Rankings prize at stake if Ireland conquer All Blacks' fortress
Thirty-two years and 52 matches have passed since New Zealand were last beaten at Eden Park.
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Rob Kearney: 'When I was still there, there was a huge element of fear'
The rivalry between the All Blacks and Ireland is in a different place to when Rob Kearney was involved, according to the man hims…
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Why Andy Farrell feels Ireland are the 'lucky ones' ahead of All Blacks tie
Head coach Andy Farrell is targeting glory at Eden Park as Ireland attempt to avenge defeat on their last visit.
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The NZ-born backrower looking to help Ireland topple All Blacks at Eden Park
New Zealand-born Sean Jansen will face the All Blacks for the first time after earning a place on Ireland’s bench.
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Dan Sheehan returns to captain Ireland against All Blacks at Eden Park
40-Test hooker Dan Sheehan returns to captain Ireland in a Nations Championship showdown with the All Blacks at Eden Park.
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Nations Championship
Opinion
All Blacks-Ireland rivalry peaked in 2023, it's over now
Ireland are walking into the Lions' den with poor form and an old team. The rest of the world is still doubting the All Blacks, wr…
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'Ireland provide the perfect means to understand what Rennie’s All Blacks need to fix before the World Cup.'
Ireland have become a respected opponent of the All Blacks in the last decade and Saturday's Test provides a yardstick of progress…
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Where Are They Now? When Charlie Hodgson bent it like Beckham
England and Argentina are set to face each other in football and rugby three days apart this week, bringing back memories of the s…
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‘Just try to be a sponge': Anton Segner opens up on life in All Blacks camp
"But also getting to know them as people and and seeing what they're all about as a person is pretty cool too."
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All Blacks provide update on injured Jordie Barrett before Ireland Test
80-Test All Black Jordie Barrett didn’t train at all on Tuesday morning, but the centre is still expected to be available for Ir…
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