Interview
‘I’m living the dream’: Tepaea Cook-Savage’s path from labourer to Olympian
Tepaea Cook-Savage never gave up on his rugby dream and it all paid off on a rainy day in New Zealand.
Finn Morton
22 Jul 2024, 19:40
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‘Ignites a fire within myself’: Ardie Savea defends Moana Pasifika switch
Former Hurricanes backrower Ardie Savea has doubled down on his decision to sign with Moana Pasifika.
Finn Morton
22 Jul 2024, 19:33
Scott Robertson's verdict on the Damian McKenzie and Beauden Barrett combination
Chiefs playmaker Damian McKenzie has started all three Tests as the All Blacks first five under new head coach Scott Robertson.
Ben Smith
22 Jul 2024, 18:22
Analysis
Pressure? What pressure? How rugby sevens stars can handle the Olympic heat
Former Team GB player Luke Treharne takes a step back from the Olympic hype to put all the pressure athletes will be under into pe…
Luke Treharne
22 Jul 2024, 15:48
Opinion
Why Scott Robertson may need to ease big names aside for All Blacks' flexibility
For too long New Zealand have been unable to employ a plan B. To do that, some sacred All Black cows may need to be slaughtered.
Gregor Paul
22 Jul 2024, 15:03
Ben Youngs recovering from heart surgery after collapsing
Leicester scrum-half Ben Youngs says he is “on the mend” and hopes to be fit for the new season which begins in mid-September.
PA
22 Jul 2024, 14:45
Melvyn Jaminet fighting for Toulon career amid protests outside club
Melvyn Jaminet will be fighting for his future with Toulon after being summoned to attend showdown talks with club bosses on Tuesd…
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2024, 12:26
Chris Dean makes 'difficult decision' to leave Edinburgh
Chris Dean has made the “difficult decision” to end his 10-year spell with Edinburgh to explore other playing opportunities.
PA
22 Jul 2024, 12:10
Exclusive
Ex-England centre Ollie Devoto to play National League 2 rugby
Former England centre Ollie Devoto is set to take a significant step down in class as he stands on the verge of signing a contract…
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2024, 11:56
Interview
Naturally loud and incredibly fast: Brazil bring fiesta rugby to Paris
Brazil rugby sevens star Luiza Campos explains her plans to conduct a brash festival of speed on the pitch at Stade de France to J…
Jack Zorab
22 Jul 2024, 11:48
Exclusive
Leinster flanker Martin Moloney on trial at Exeter Chiefs
Exeter Chiefs have taken Leinster’s former Ireland under-20 international blindside flanker Martin Moloney on trial during pre-s…
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2024, 11:13
Analysis
How 'gazelle' Nick Frost thawed the hearts of Wallaby fans at Suncorp
The giant Brumby delivered a timely reminder of his vast athletic talent - and some key improvements.
Nick Bishop
22 Jul 2024, 8:15
Championship release schedule but with a Cup caveat
The Championship Rugby fixtures for the 2024/25 season were unveiled today but with no clarity about the make-up of the Cup compet…
Jon Newcombe
22 Jul 2024, 8:06
Vaea Fifita snubs New Zealand Super Rugby return
The Scarlets have pulled off a massive coup after holding off the advances of Super Rugby outfit Moana Pasifika to retain the serv…
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2024, 7:07
Ex-All Blacks hooker Dane Coles confirms new coaching gig
The Wellington Lions have announced that former All Black Dane Coles will join as a spot coach for the 2024 Bunnings Warehouse NPC…
Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2024, 6:44
England age grade star Matt Protheroe signs for NZ club
Former England Under-18 and Under-20s star Matt Protheroe has made the rare move to New Zealand after being released at the end of…
Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2024, 5:15
Greig Laidlaw lands top job in Japan
Former Scotland international Greig Laidlaw has been appointed head coach of newly-promoted Japanese outfit Urayasu D-Rocks for th…
Jon Newcombe
22 Jul 2024, 5:08
Opinion
Andy Goode: My British & Irish Lions XV a year out
It’s now less than a year to go until the British & Irish Lions face Australia in the first Test of the 2025 tour in Brisbane an…
Andy Goode
22 Jul 2024, 4:11
Interview
‘I just cried’: Sarah Hirini’s emotional injury fight to return for Games
New Zealand captain Sarah Hirini suffered a devastating knee injury in December but has fought her way back in time for the Paris …
Finn Morton
22 Jul 2024, 2:18
Interview
Japan embrace chaos theory in bid for Olympic surprise
It would be a mistake to underestimate new-style Japan in Paris despite lacklustre Sevens Challenger performance, according to the…
Jack Zorab
22 Jul 2024, 1:49
Scott Robertson hints at Will Jordan return for the All Blacks for Rugby Championship
All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has hinted that Will Jordan could make his All Blacks return soon as they prepare for the Ru…
Ben Smith
21 Jul 2024, 20:14
Springboks get double Rugby Championship injury boost
Two injured Springboks have recovered sufficiently to warrant a place in the touring party to face Australia in August.
Rugby365
21 Jul 2024, 14:04
Gregor Townsend eyes cleansweep : 'They were very good in the World Cup'
Gregor Townsend has challenged Scotland to finish their summer tour of the Americas with a clean sweep of victories next weekend.
PA
21 Jul 2024, 6:52
Felipe Contepomi's Argentina rout Uruguay in Maldonado
Argentina made a big statement, beating Uruguay by 79-5 on Saturday in the first match between the two since 2015.
Rugby365
21 Jul 2024, 6:36
Rassie Erasmus: 'So happy about everything except that'
Two yellow cards and a red don’t win you World Cups, said Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus after his new-look Bok team’s spirite…
Rugby365
21 Jul 2024, 6:13
Eddie Jones' Japan humbled by Italy in Sapporo
Eddie Jones' appalling run of results as head coach shows no sign of stopping after his Japan side were roundly walloped by 42-14 …
Ian Cameron
21 Jul 2024, 5:16
Interview
Zachary Porthen: 'We clearly at times couldn’t handle the pressure'
The next step on Porthen’s pathway is the Western Province U21s and a shot at eventually making their Currie Cup mix. He’s hop…
Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2024, 3:03
Interview
Nathan Catt: 'I think that’s sexy... it's unbelievable the progress'
The scrum generally gets a bad rep, its critics vocal that it takes up too much time and whatnot. But when it works, as it has sum…
Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2024, 2:55
Interview
Levan Maisashvili: 'Everyone was joking, you still like South Africa!'
Following a month-long coma and weeks of rehabilitation at a Johannesburg hospital after he woke, he beat the odds and was delight…
Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2024, 2:41
Interview
Peaking to perfection: how Canada plan to conquer Paris
Canada stars Charity Williams and Olivia Apps lay down the markers for what they hope will be a medal-winning Olympic Games
Claire Thomas
21 Jul 2024, 2:37
Ardie Savea signs with Moana Pasifika
Reigning World Player of the Year Ardie Savea has signed with Moana Pasifika for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Ben Smith
21 Jul 2024, 1:44
Scott Robertson: Fiji Test has made All Blacks selections 'interesting'
With the Steinlager Ultra Low Carb Series now done and dusted, the All Blacks' attention now shifts to The Rugby Championship.
Ned Lester
21 Jul 2024, 1:15
Mick Byrne on what went wrong for Fiji in heavy loss to All Blacks
Fiji's head coach Mick Byrne was always expecting a "tough night" against the All Blacks as they succumbed to a 47-5 loss in San D…
Ben Smith
21 Jul 2024, 0:32
'Won't win World Cups like that': Rassie Erasmus on the Andre Esterhuizen red card
Returning midfielder Andre Esterhuizen was sin binned after just two minutes for a pressure tackle on Portugese centre Jose Lima.
Ben Smith
20 Jul 2024, 22:56
What Scott Robertson made of Billy Proctor's All Blacks debut
Proctor was promoted to the starting unit for the contest as usual starting No. 13 Rieko Ioane was rested following a busy month.
Ned Lester
20 Jul 2024, 21:47
Joe Schmidt on Wallabies' flyer Filipo Daugunu's 'unlucky' red card
Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt believes that winger Filipo Daugunu was "unlucky" with his red card against Georgia.
Ben Smith
20 Jul 2024, 21:13
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