Northampton sign two props, including 'raw' Italian international
The PREM champions have announced the capture of Ion Neculai, while also confirming the arrival of fellow prop Jordan Els on a sho…
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International
Breaking
Fukofuka ends eight-month tenure as Scotland head coach and interim appointment made
Sione Fukofuka has left his role as Scotland Women head coach eights months after his appointment by Scottish Rugby.
'Remember, he's insurance': Richie Mo'unga firming as a back-up option for All Blacks
Ex-All Black winger Jeff Wilson believes that Richie Mo'unga has settled as an insurance option for the All Blacks during the Sout…
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'No brainer': Former All Blacks debate Codie Taylor's starting role
"It'll bring the best out of Codie and he'll rise to that. But I actually really like the role of what what I saw from Asafo Au…
'They’re going to double-team him': Ex-All Black captain Read identifies forward pack weakness
Former All Black captain Kieran Read has identified a tactical weakness in the forward pack that he believes will be exploited by …
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Watch: All Blacks snub Du'Plessis Kirifi stars in 19-point Hilux NPC loss
“So his job is to go away, keep working hard, be ready if an opportunity arises. I’d be surprised that we don’t call someone…
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Hilux NPC
Opinion
The three performers of the week from Hilux NPC round one
Northland are second after pulling clear of Manawatu 40-14. All Blacks Sevens winger Brady Rush touched down twice.
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Rassie Erasmus insists Springboks 'on track' despite split squad and long flights
Rassie Erasmus believes the Springboks remain firmly on course in their preparations despite a demanding travel schedule and the c…
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Italy 7s international Ratko Jelic makes SuperLiga Kaufland switch
Italian 7s international Ratko Jelic has agreed to join SuperLiga Kaufland side Dinamo Bucharest, with the scrum-half expected to …
Former Harlequins and Ireland U20s star goes Dutch
Dutch side RC The Dukes has clinched Niall Saunders' services, with the former U20 Irish international joining the side for the up…
Sevens
Opinion
The road to LA: Why the SVNS Series is critical to Olympic success
The Los Angeles 2028 Olympics is now officially less than two years away, with the closing ceremony set to take place exactly two …
Jason Ryan reveals what makes Siale Lauaki a 'big ceiling' prospect
"Well, it is [a challenge], and you respect it, but you've got to take it head on. You got to do your job to enhance the jersey e…
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'Guys are going to get tired': Ex-Bok prop Kitshoff predicts 3-1 series win for South Africa
Former Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff has predicted a 3-1 series victory for South Africa over the All Blacks in the Greatest Riva…
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Richie Mo'unga keeps cards close over possible All Blacks return
Now that Mo'unga has returned successfully, Rennie could fly the No.10 in at any stage of the Greatest Rivalry Tour, if any player…
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Sevens
Opinion
Five things we learnt from the SVNS Series schedule announcement
The 27th iteration of the HSBC SVNS Series is set to make a triumphant return in November 2026, with the nine venues unveiled.
'This isn't a walkover': Renewed hope for rivalry with Black Ferns following Trans-Tasman clash
But a gripping clash between the most dominant rugby franchises on both sides of the Tasman has spawned hope new talent can invi…
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Quade Cooper throws cat among Wallabies pigeons with World Cup comments
Quade Cooper has reignited debate around Australia's fly-half stocks after declaring he is interested in playing at the 2027 Rugby…
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Blues hold nerve as Tahs fall achingly short of trans-Tasman glory
The NSW Waratahs have fallen agonisingly short of pulling off a stunning upset, with the Auckland Blues prevailing in the clash of…
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Scarlets pen open letter to worried 'supporters, staff, stakeholders and partners'
The Scarlets have penned an open letter to club supporters after it was revealed this week that either they or the Ospreys will fa…
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Richie Mo'unga completes dream Canterbury homecoming with game-winner
It was a tight 80 minutes, but turned into a dream homecoming for the 56-Test All Black when he darted over for a game-winning try…
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PREM Rugby
Exclusive
Fissler Confidential: Tommy Freeman becomes PREM's highest paid wing
England star Tommy Freeman has signed a new two-year deal with Northampton Saints, which is alleged to make him the best-paid wing…
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Lucas Casey doubles as Otago run riot in 'Stag Day' win over Southland
The 2026 chapter of the iconic 'Stag Day' has ended in another win for Otago, with star flanker Lucas Casey giving All Blacks sele…
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Dave Rennie weighs in on Springboks' depth, Stormers' season
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie had plenty of praise for his South African counterpart during his first media engagement since l…
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Stand-in All Blacks captain Codie Taylor on Ardie Savea: 'He deserves a break'
Codie Taylor says Ardie Savea's belated arrival in South Africa for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour is a deserved rest for the A…
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Waratahs forced into late changes before Super Rugby Champions Final
The NSW Waratahs have made three late changes ahead of the Super Rugby Champions Final against the Blues.
Former Australia U20 international inks new deal with the Western Force
Former Australia U20 international Taj Annan has re-signed with the Western Force for another two years.
Kyren Taumoefolau stars as Tasman start NPC season with thrilling win
A star-studded Tasman Mako side has started the 2026 National Provincial Championship with a nail-biting 31-29 win over North Harb…
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Waratahs eye ‘redemption’ against New Zealand’s best in Champions Final
NSW Waratahs captain Emily Chancellor has acknowledged the shot at redemption that awaits the Super Rugby Women’s champions.
International
Analysis
Addressing the 'obvious place to start' in Les Kiss' Wallabies evolution
It was clear from day one that defence was to change under new Wallabies head coach Les Kiss, and he has immediately demanded a ne…
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World Rugby Nations Cup
Interview
'There will always be a place for the short, stocky, grubby, hard-nosed seven'
Lucas Rumball has played 66 Tests for Canada, including the 2019 Rugby World Cup, where he faced the All Blacks and eventual champ…
Five big-name Springboks return in 26-man squad for Argentina
Five big-name Springboks have all been included in a 26-man South Africa squad for next weekend’s Test against Argentina in Buen…
Italy's Vecchini joins 'ambitious' PWR club ahead of 2026/27
Italy hooker Vittoria Vecchini is the latest arrival at Gloucester Hartpury ahead of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby …
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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New Ireland cap and Olympian are latest Trailfinders re-signings
Recently-capped Ireland international Niamh Gallagher is among the latest re-signing by JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby club Trai…
PREM champions Northampton add historic fixture to their schedule
For the first time in the club's long history, Northampton Saints will play a Georgian team after a match against Black Lion was a…
International
Exclusive
Henry Pollock and Marcus Smith among 5 England stars targeted for Olympics
Marcus Smith and Henry Pollock are among the five England stars that RugbyPass can reveal have been targeted to represent Great Br…
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