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Are law tweaks required to govern rugby's new 'unofficial set-piece'?
With a goalline dropout replacing the five-metre scrum, close-quarter battles on the try line have tipped in favour of the defence…
Paul Williams
16 Apr 2026, 3:53
Ex-All Blacks boss Steve Hansen confronts Dave Rennie
All Black coaches past and present take centre stage on Saturday as Japan Rugby League One returns after its final regular season …
Matt McILraith
16 Apr 2026, 3:43
Ollie Smith: 'I want to win things with this club'
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PA
16 Apr 2026, 3:13
Snyman ready for Hong Kong after Blitzboks 'reset'
In the past year South Africa Sevens have been crowned HSBC SVNS Series and HSBC SVNS World Championship winners under Philip Snym…
Joe Harvey
16 Apr 2026, 2:57
Aden Ekanayake: 'We’re focused on winning the World Championship'
Australia Sevens' Aden Ekanayake has said his team are not focused on the potential of dropping out of the HSBC SVNS Series.
Joe Harvey
16 Apr 2026, 2:37
First Nations Pasifika, Shogun dominate opening two days of Hong Kong 10s
Ahead of the HSBC SVNS World Championship Series kicking off in Hong Kong, the Hong Kong 10s have delivered some pulse-pounding ac…
Nick Wasiliev
16 Apr 2026, 2:19
NRL great’s son named in Australia U20 squad for Rugby Championship
Coach Chris Whitaker has included the son of an NRL great in the Australia U20 squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship U20.
Finn Morton
16 Apr 2026, 2:16
Fans living it up in blockbuster buildup to 50th Hong Kong Sevens
As the 50th iteration of the SVNS prepares to get underway in the Fragrant Harbour, the event has taken the city by storm.
Nick Wasiliev
16 Apr 2026, 1:57
‘Competitive edge’: Wallaroos coach on impact of potential debutant trio
Dillyn Blackburn, Ella Ryan and Ava Wereta have all brought their “competitive edge” into the Wallaroos environment.
Finn Morton
16 Apr 2026, 0:56
Crusaders get new captain for Western Force hit-out
The Crusaders are in Western Australia to face the Force without a handful of their top players, leading to coach Rob Penney appoi…
Ned Lester
16 Apr 2026, 0:24
Why Tom Wright’s return from injury is a game-changer for Brumbies
Tom Wright didn’t play at all during the first half of the Super Rugby Pacific season, having suffered an ACL injury against the…
Finn Morton
15 Apr 2026, 22:27
Maia Joseph on Black Ferns' persisting World Cup 'hurt' ahead of Canada rematch
Maia Joseph, 23, has become a permanent fixture in the Black Ferns. The halfback has featured in 17 of the last 19 Tests since mak…
Adam Julian
15 Apr 2026, 21:16
Justine Pelletier and the 'amazing change of behaviour' fuelling Canada
Justine Pelletier was immense when Canada ended the Black Ferns' reign as Rugby World Cup champions 34-19 at Ashton Gate in Bristo…
Adam Julian
15 Apr 2026, 20:49
Why the Hong Kong Sevens always lives up to the hype
It’s a common belief that when it comes to the HSBC SVNS World Series, momentum is the biggest thing you need to achieve victory…
Nick Wasiliev
15 Apr 2026, 19:22
Black Ferns name unchanged team for Rugby World Cup semi-final rematch
Black Ferns head coach Whitney Hansen has stuck with the same 23 players who delivered last weekend's win over the USA for this we…
Ned Lester
15 Apr 2026, 19:14
SVNS standout Kelsey Teneti re-signs with New Zealand Sevens
New Zealand Sevens have made a significant re-signing announcement ahead of the new-look World Championship Series.
Finn Morton
15 Apr 2026, 19:00
Leonard set to equal Wallaroos record, three debutants named to face USA
Interim coach Sam Needs has named three potential debutants in the Wallaroos matchday 23 to take on the USA Women’s Eagles in Ka…
Finn Morton
15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Canada's De Goede named to start for World Cup semi-final repeat
World Rugby Women's 15s Player of the Year, Sophie de Goede, has been handed a starting role in a replay of Canada's Women's Rugby…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 14:26
Great Britain aim to put 'best foot forward’ at World Championship opener
Great Britain have been asked to put their "best foot forward" by Director of Rugby, Ciaran Beattie at the HSBC SVNS World Champi…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 12:43
Eagles name unchanged starting side for Kansas City clash with Wallaroos
USA Women's Eagles head coach Jack Hanratty has named an unchanged starting XV for his team's Round 2 Pacific Four Series clash w…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 12:17
Saracens confirm surgery for England star but Vunipola offers hope
Saracens boss Mark McCall wants England’s Elliot Daly and Andy Onyeama-Christie, the Scotland forward, to take inspiration from …
Chris Jones
15 Apr 2026, 11:08
'That guy is made of cement': Lam handed huge injury boost before Bears' crucial run
Pat Lam has hailed “made of steel” centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg, who has handed Bristol Bears a fitness boost ahead of th…
Neil Fissler
15 Apr 2026, 10:31
Black Ferns' Kalounivale has red card overturned
Black Ferns prop Tanya Kalounivale has been cleared to play with immediate effect after her red card agains the USA Women's Eagles…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 10:07
Wales wing Neumann out of Women's Six Nations
Wales wing Lisa Neumann has been ruled out of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations with a hamstring injury.
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 9:46
Dorian Aldegheri's costly red card results in ban
Toulouse and France tighthead prop Dorian Aldegheri has been banned for three weeks following his 20-minute red card against Borde…
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 9:40
Former All Black Roger Randle confirmed as Munster's attack coach
Bath-bound Mike Prendergast will be replaced as attack coach at Munster by Roger Randle, the Irish province has confirmed.
Jon Newcombe
15 Apr 2026, 9:27
'Shame on you': Maher blasts former university over funding cuts
Ilona Maher has criticised Quinnipiac University for their decision to downgrade women's rugby from a varsity to a club sport.
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 9:27
Leinster continue string of deals with two Ireland internationals
Leinster trio Paddy McCarthy, Scott Penny and Jordan Larmour have all signed new deals with the province.
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 8:39
Triple Six Nations winner Joe Launchbury set to retire
Former England lock Joe Launchbury has announced he is to retire from professional rugby at the end of this season.
Jon Newcombe
15 Apr 2026, 8:24
Hong Kong celebrates 50 years of sevens as World Championship commences
The 50th edition of the Hong Kong Sevens will see 24 of the world's best teams descend upon Kai Tak Stadium as the HSBC SVNS World…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 8:04
Morgane Bourgeois’ Women's Six Nations notebook: Chapter 2
PR, the veterans and team spirit: the story of a united team that got off to a flying start in the Six Nations Championship.
Morgane Bourgeois
15 Apr 2026, 7:31
'An outstanding young talent': Benjamin Elizalde's PREM switch is confirmed
Bristol Bears full-back Benjamín Elizalde admits that he is ready to give everything after being announced as Newcastle Red Bulls…
Neil Fissler
15 Apr 2026, 7:18
England's Asher Opoku-Fordjour to be joined by brother in PREM next season
England prop Asher Opoku-Fordjour will be joined by his brother, David, at Sale Sharks next season, with the club signing him from…
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 7:09
Jose Madeira: 'Portugal are climbing the moutain again, but we haven't reached the peak'
From Rugby World Cup 2023 euphoria to uncertain doldrums, Os Lobos' Rugby Europe Championship-winning captain is leading them back…
Francisco Isaac
15 Apr 2026, 7:09
Report: Exeter primed for takeover as US investors want in
Exeter Chiefs are poised to become the next Gallagher PREM club to change hands after agreeing a deal with a wealthy American back…
Neil Fissler
15 Apr 2026, 7:00
Spain's Blanco Herrera: 'We want to punch above our weight and fight to win silverware'
For Cristina Blanco Herrera, the second-most capped player in the Spain squad, the focus is not only on winning the Women’s Rugb…
Francisco Isaac
15 Apr 2026, 7:00
Ellie Kildunne opens up on body dysmorphia struggle during lockdown
England Red Roses star Ellie Kildunne has revealed she struggled with body dysmorphia during the coronavirus lockdown.
PA
15 Apr 2026, 6:59
Ex-England coach Alex Codling on his travels again as Toulon come calling
Top 14 big spenders Toulon have agreed a deal with Munster’s much-travelled lineout specialist Alex Codling to replace Sergio Pa…
Neil Fissler
15 Apr 2026, 6:22
France 'excitement' for Bordeaux finish as World Championship begins
France's Men and Women have been confirmed for the HSBC SVNS World Championship event in Hong Kong this weekend.
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 6:17
Test wants Eagles to continue 'raising the bar with every performance'
USA Men's Eagles Sevens head coach Zack Test has charged his team to "raise the bar" with their HSBC SVNS World Championship perfo…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 5:43
Italy's Simone Gesi free to play despite ban for gouging in last URC round
Italy and Zebre winger Simone Gesi is free to play this weekend in the United Rugby Championship despite receiving a two-week ban …
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 5:33
Women's Eagles squad expected to start delivering 'consistently' at World Championship
USA Women's Eagles Sevens head coach Emilie Bydwell has confirmed the squad that will compete at the first HSBC SVNS World Champio…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 5:24
Ex-Wales international Rhys Patchell reunited with former boss
Benetton Rugby have announced two more coaching appointments, with former Wales international Rhys Patchell coming on board as the…
Jon Newcombe
15 Apr 2026, 5:05
'Underdogs' Germany team prepared for World Championship challenge
Germany Men's Sevens head coach Pablo Feijoo has branded his team as "underdogs" ahead of their HSBC SVNS World Championship debut…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 5:02
Edinburgh coaching revamp continues with hiring of second Australian
Edinburgh have handed Australian Tim Sampson the task of reshaping their faltering attack next season after continuing their coach…
Bryn Palmer
15 Apr 2026, 5:00
Quinn Tupaea shifts position for Hurricanes showdown
The Chiefs are set to host the ladder-leading Chiefs in another eagerly anticipated Super Rugby Pacific derby this weekend, and th…
Ned Lester
15 Apr 2026, 4:51
Spain's Men and Women announce Hong Kong squads
Spain's Men's and Women's Sevens coaches Paco Hernández and María Ribera have announced their squads for the HSBC SVNS World Cha…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 4:25
Tomos Williams touch-and-go for Friday after 'friendly fire' incident
The Lions tourist missed the Cherry and Whites’ 36-17 defeat to Leicester Tigers at Villa Park.
Neil Fissler
15 Apr 2026, 3:30
'This is just the first step': Shujaa set sights on Series return
Kevin Wambua has made just one change to his Kenya Men's Sevens squad for the first HSBC SVNS World Championship event in Hong Kon…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 3:22
Los Teros 7s confirm squad for World Championship opener in Hong Kong
Uruguay Men's Sevens have confirmed the squad that will travel to Hong Kong for the first HSBC SVNS World Championship event.
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 3:07
Why UBB are edging the battle of dynasties in European rugby
Bordeaux's Champions Cup win over Toulouse was the latest chapter in an unfolding storyline between the two French rivals.
Nick Bishop
15 Apr 2026, 2:57
'World class' Orr to miss remainder of Six Nations
Scotland's Emma Orr will miss the remainder of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations after she sustained a leg injury against Wale…
Joe Harvey
15 Apr 2026, 2:44
The iconic Hong Kong Sevens moment that inspired a future NZ great
Incumbent All Blacks Sevens coach Junior Tomasi Cama is the son of Hong Kong’s most famous try scorer.
Adam Julian
15 Apr 2026, 1:27
Cardiff reward van Zyl with permanant head coach contract
South African Corniel van Zyl has signed a new long-term contract to become head coach of Cardiff moving forward.
Jon Newcombe
15 Apr 2026, 1:10
Three All Black injury boosts, four milestones for Blues against Highlanders
Three All Blacks will return from injury for the Blues against the Highlanders this weekend, including club captain Patrick Tuipul…
Ned Lester
14 Apr 2026, 23:58
Sydney-born Patrick Pellegrini headlines Moana Pasifika side for Waratahs
Sydney-born playmaker Patrick Pellegrini will play a Super Rugby Pacific match at Allianz Stadium for the first time in just a cou…
Finn Morton
14 Apr 2026, 23:53
Angus Scott-Young named for first Waratahs start against Moana Pasifika
Former Queensland Reds and Northampton Saints backrower Angus Scott-Young has been named in the NSW Waratahs run-on side for the f…
Finn Morton
14 Apr 2026, 23:35
Ex-NRL star Zac Lomax set for maiden Force start against Crusaders
Former NRL star Zac Lomax will start a Super Rugby Pacific match for the first time this weekend, when the Western Force face the …
Finn Morton
14 Apr 2026, 23:15
Wallabies fullback Tom Wright returns for Brumbies after injury setback
Tom Wright has been named to return for the ACT Brumbies in this weekend’s clash with the Fijian Drua.
Finn Morton
14 Apr 2026, 23:00
‘Gibson-Park does it so well’: Wallabies great’s take on Ryan Lonergan
Wallabies great Matt Burke has likened ACT Brumbies captain Ryan Lonergan to Ireland scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park.
Finn Morton
14 Apr 2026, 18:47
Moana Pasifika announce exit from Super Rugby following 2026 season
Moana Pasifika has announced that 2026 will be the club's final year competing in Super Rugby Pacific. The announcement was made o…
Ned Lester
14 Apr 2026, 18:04
Australian sides learn to win ugly as seminal Super Rugby Pacific run-in looms
Neither the Reds nor Brumbies were easy on the eye, but each earned vital wins over New Zealand opposition to burnish their play-o…
Brett McKay
14 Apr 2026, 13:57
Stephen Jones talks of 'steep learning curve' on coaching career journey
Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Stephen Jones has hailed the positive impact that troubled Super Rugby Pacific outfit Moana Pasifik…
Neil Fissler
14 Apr 2026, 11:37
Leinster bring home Ireland prop in emergency deal amid crisis
Leinster have signed former Ireland loosehead Ed Byrne on a short-term loan from Cardiff until the end of the season, as reported …
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 10:48
Gael Fickou reportedly signs for Top 14 rivals, opening door for Racing 92 deals
France centre Gael Fickou has signed for Toulon on a two-year deal ahead of next season, according to French outlet L'Equipe.
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 10:29
The stage was all set for Ireland, so why did we witness such a poor performance?
Heading into the 2026 Women’s Six Nations, there was so much, from an Irish perspective, to look forward to. The only shame was …
Pat McCarry
14 Apr 2026, 9:50
Theo Dan joins growing number of England stars to commit to Saracens
England hooker Theo Dan has signed a new deal at Saracens, becoming the fourth hooker to put pen to paper at the club this season.…
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 9:41
Jack van Poortvliet on the 'big trend' in rugby that's a focus for club and country
Scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet is convinced that England can bounce back from one of their worst-ever Six Nations campaigns and de…
Jon Newcombe
14 Apr 2026, 8:50
England's rivals urged to select 'best in the world' Jack Willis
Former England fly-half Andy Goode has labelled Toulouse flanker Jack Willis "the best player in the world" following his Investec…
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 8:44
Bern on England debutant Lutui: 'She's very shy, but she's a great character'
Sarah Bern has long been a blockbuster name for England. The prop who runs into people like a centre and has the pace to match. He…
Lucy Lomax
14 Apr 2026, 8:14
Could England try to trigger Jack Willis break clause in Toulouse deal in time for RWC?
The Toulouse flanker's Herculean display against Bordeaux was another signal to Steve Borthwick, but hurdles remain on both sides.
Neil Squires
14 Apr 2026, 6:26
In-form Tommy O'Brien rewarded at Leinster in one of three new deals
Leinster and Ireland wing Tommy O'Brien has signed a new deal with the club in what is his breakthrough season on the Test stage.
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 4:57
'His CV speaks for itself': Edinburgh appoint new defence coach
Edinburgh have appointed the experienced Australian Brad Davis as their new defence coach from next season.
Bryn Palmer
14 Apr 2026, 3:59
Newcastle Red Bulls beat Top 14 suitors to land rising Pumas star
Bristol Bears and Argentina full-back Benjamín Elizalde, who was attracting interest from French teams earlier in this campaign, …
Neil Fissler
14 Apr 2026, 3:59
Robbie Deans handed coaching gig on eve of Harlequins start date
Robbie Deans has been added to the Barbarians coaching setup for their summer fixture against Wales at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham…
Jon Newcombe
14 Apr 2026, 3:55
'It really is like night and day': Rollie excited to play in highest attended Scottish women’s match
Fast forward 11 years from her debut and Chloe Rollie is getting set to win cap number 83 in front of a crowd of in excess of 25,0…
Gary Heatly
14 Apr 2026, 3:20
1998 Heineken Cup hero Jon Callard: It's time for the 'has-beens' to stand down
On Sunday May 3rd, Bath return to the scene of one of their greatest triumphs when they take on Union Bordeaux-Begles in the semi-…
Jon Newcombe
14 Apr 2026, 2:38
SVNS quartet named in First Nations & Pasifika squad for Hong Kong 10s
Rugby Australia has made a significant announcement, revealing the FNP will field a side at the 2026 Hong Kong 10s.
Finn Morton
14 Apr 2026, 1:25
Taranaki confirm Neil Barnes replacement with Chiefs assistant
Hoeata, a Taranaki stalwart himself, has recently spent time at both the Chiefs and the New Zealand U20's, while contributing to B…
Henry Lee
14 Apr 2026, 0:24
Black Ferns forced to add Matatu prop to Pacific Four squad
"Prop Marcelle Parkes has joined the Black Ferns Pacific Four Series squad in Kansas City, Missouri as injury replacement for Awhi…
Henry Lee
13 Apr 2026, 23:56
Wallabies great backs Reds winger Filipo Daugunu for ‘old school’ role
Matt Burke insists Queensland Reds winger Filipo Daugunu could follow “that South African model” of covering both the backs an…
Finn Morton
13 Apr 2026, 23:31
Wallaroos set to renew USA rivalry after ‘scary’ Rugby World Cup epic
Australia and the USA played out a Rugby World Cup epic eight months ago at York Community Stadium, ending in a 31-all draw.
Finn Morton
13 Apr 2026, 22:03
Fiji turn to potential debutants in both squads for Hong Kong Sevens
Coach Osea Kolinisau has named three potential debutants in the Fiji Men’s Sevens squad for the fan favourite Cathay/HSBC Hong K…
Finn Morton
13 Apr 2026, 19:51
Fijian Drua part ways with head coach Glen Jackson
The Fijian Drua and head coach Glen Jackson have come to a "mutual decision" not to see out the optional third year of Jackson's c…
Ned Lester
13 Apr 2026, 18:35
Wallabies centre secures full POTY votes as All Black storms clear
Moana Pasifika captain Miracle Faiilagi starred in a disappointing performance from the North Harbour-based franchise, adding six …
Henry Lee
13 Apr 2026, 18:22
Queensland Reds beat Waratahs to claim 2026 Next Gen 7s crown
Caitlin Urwin and Maddi Pomerenke have been named in the inaugural Team of the Series after helping the Queensland Reds win the 20…
Finn Morton
13 Apr 2026, 18:08
Crusaders confirm major matchday change at One New Zealand Stadium
Mark Donald, one of the spokesperson for the group of Crusaders riders, adds that the decision was made beyond his group's control…
Henry Lee
13 Apr 2026, 17:38
Can Johann van Graan's Bath bomb squad conquer Europe?
With their resources. bench impact and fourth-quarter scoring power, Bath are the only English team left standing in the Investec …
Nick Bishop
13 Apr 2026, 17:30
Three overseas players that must be brought home for the Wallabies
Bringing Lolesio back to Aussie rugby is the only prudent thing to do.
John Ferguson
13 Apr 2026, 16:42
2026 Six Nations Round 1 talking points: England have a lock problem to solve
You know that when the seasons switch from Winter to Spring the Guinness Women's Six Nations is not too far away.
Joe Harvey
13 Apr 2026, 12:02
2026 Six Nations Round 1 talking points: England have a lock problem to solve
You know that when the seasons switch from Winter to Spring the Guinness Women's Six Nations is not too far away.
Joe Harvey
13 Apr 2026, 12:02
France dealt major injury blow as Grisez ruled out of Six Nations
The French Rugby Federation have confirmed that Joanna Grisez has sustained an anterior cruciate ligament [ACL] injury.
Joe Harvey
13 Apr 2026, 10:08
Stevie Lawrie pens new deal as Edinburgh build out coaching ticket
Edinburgh have confirmed that forwards coach Stevie Lawrie has penned a new two-year contract, becoming the first name confirmed a…
PA
13 Apr 2026, 10:00
Injured Red Roses duo replaced in England squad ahead of Scotland game
Injured Red Roses pair Natasha Hunt and Morwenna Talling have been replaced in England's Guinness Women's Six Nations squad. 
Joe Harvey
13 Apr 2026, 9:25
Bulls ignore 'outside noise' to keep Bok and 'generational' back-row talent
The Bulls have secured the futures of back-row enforcers and Springbok star Marco van Staden, along with Mpilo Gumede, for the nex…
Neil Fissler
13 Apr 2026, 9:03
Roddy Grant: Glasgow Warriors must 'get over it very quickly'
Roddy Grant believes Glasgow’s trip to South Africa can be the perfect tonic as they bid to banish their Investec Champions Cup …
PA
13 Apr 2026, 8:53
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations | RugbyPass' Team of Round 1
The opening round of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations provided us with everything we could have ever wanted.
Joe Harvey
13 Apr 2026, 8:48
Visit of Newcastle will be historic occasion for Leicester Tigers
A new chapter in the club's history will begin when the Tigers take on the PREM's bottom club at Mattioli Woods Welford Road this …
Jon Newcombe
13 Apr 2026, 8:44
WREC round 2: Holland and Spain set up Championship-defining clash
Francisco Isaac
13 Apr 2026, 8:22
Louis Bielle-Biarrey mega-deal could see multiple players axed
Others are looking to re-sign their star players — as is the case with Union Bordeaux Bègles and Louis Bielle-Biarrey.
Francisco Isaac
13 Apr 2026, 8:19
Alex Sanderson adds South African lock to Sale's recruitment drive
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson has gone shopping in the rugby transfer bargain basement to take Pumas lock JJ Scheepers to Greate…
Neil Fissler
13 Apr 2026, 7:59
The six top performers from Pacific Four opening round
The opening round of the Pacific Four series in stormy Sacramento saw the defending champion Black Ferns outpace a gallant USA 48-…
Adam Julian
13 Apr 2026, 7:54
Leinster looking at two ex-players to fill void left by injury crisis
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is looking at two former players as he looks to plug the gap left by a raft of injuries to his loos…
Neil Fissler
13 Apr 2026, 6:38
Six England internationals make our Investec Champions Cup team of the week - QFs
The Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals produced a weekend of tight contests and high-quality performances, with several games h…
Josh Raisey
13 Apr 2026, 5:59
Newcastle Red Bulls sign ex-Australia U20 and Leinster A prop
Newcastle Red Bulls have signed former Australia Under-20 international loosehead Jamie Clark, who has played for Leinster A, on a…
Neil Fissler
13 Apr 2026, 5:54
Rugby Europe Championship line-up decided after dramatic promotion race
Poland have secured a return to the Rugby Europe Men's Championship for 2026/27 after winning promotion from the third tier Trophy…
Jon Newcombe
13 Apr 2026, 5:10
Meg Jones: 'Sometimes it just doesn't go the way you plan'
Red Roses captain Meg Jones promised that England's performances will improve after the world champions started their Guinness Wom…
Joe Harvey
13 Apr 2026, 4:33
Nick Frost reveals bizarre struggle before Super Rugby Pacific season
The towering forward was kept on ice by the Brumbies for the opening rounds of the SRP competition after another long and gruellin…
AAP
13 Apr 2026, 0:31
Stephen Donald pinpoints key to Hurricanes' backline success
Donald, who believes that the Hurricanes will finish the regular season in first place, explained on his podcast with Kirstie Stan…
Henry Lee
13 Apr 2026, 0:08
Whitney Hansen identifies must-fix areas before Canada test
Canada also started their 2026 international season with a victory over the Wallaroos on Sunday, keeping the Australians scoreless…
Henry Lee
12 Apr 2026, 21:41
Defence Wins Championships - Cory Jane on Hurricanes 2016 title triumph
In the 23rd minute of the final, veteran winger Cory Jane scored the Hurricanes’ first try. Lions centre Lionel Mapoe’s defens…
Adam Julian
12 Apr 2026, 19:27
Breakdown panel questions eligibility rule for returning All Blacks
"For me, this is about we've signed them for one reason, and that's to improve the performance of the All Blacks," former All Blac…
Henry Lee
12 Apr 2026, 18:30
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Wallabies lock’s statement, Brumbies must muscle up
The Hurricanes are now well and truly the best side in the competition, and there is no sign of slowing from Clark Laidlaw’s men…
John Ferguson
12 Apr 2026, 16:41
'Everyone's gutted': Kyle Steyn offers update from inside heartbroken Glasgow camp
Glasgow’s hopes of an unlikely URC-European Champions Cup double may be over, but captain Kyle Steyn insists they must channel t…
Bryn Palmer
12 Apr 2026, 12:00
Confirmed: Who faces who and where in the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup semis
After another grandstand weekend of European rugby, the semi-finals of both the Investec Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup have …
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2026, 11:40
Bordeaux roar into Champions Cup semis as Toulouse self sabotage
Investec Champions Cup holders Bordeaux battled past Toulouse 30-15 to set up a semi-final against Bath.
PA
12 Apr 2026, 11:13
Exeter's Henry Slade seals Challenge Cup nail-biter over Benetton
A late penalty from Henry Slade saw Exeter edge out Benetton 44-41 and set up a Challenge Cup semi-final against Ulster in Belfast…
PA
12 Apr 2026, 9:07
Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Benetton | 2025/26 Challenge Cup
Exeter Chiefs hot run of form after beating Munster so convincingly last weekend was set to be tested by Benetton, the Italian URC…
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2026, 8:37
Injury-riddled South Africa name World Championship squad for Hong Kong
Injury-hit South Africa have been forced to make changes to their squad for the first HSBC SVNS World Championship event of the se…
Joe Harvey
12 Apr 2026, 7:42
Faf de Klerk's return to SA and new club confirmed
After a long courtship, it appears that the Cheetahs have won the race to sign Springboks scrumhalf Faf de Klerk.
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2026, 7:36
Leinster injury crisis deepens as star spotted on crutches following win
Leinster's ongoing injury crisis at loosehead deepened on Saturday following their Investec Champions Cup win over Sale Sharks at …
Ian Cameron
12 Apr 2026, 6:09
Dragons step closer to fabled silverware with win in Italy
Dragons reached the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup after claiming a 35-32 victory over Zebre.
PA
12 Apr 2026, 4:01
Hoskins Sotutu: 'I felt like I needed to have a look at other paths'
The Newcastle Red Bulls secured the services of the 27-year-old for three years starting next season, after reports previously lin…
Henry Lee
12 Apr 2026, 3:41
Wallaroos' woes against Canada continue despite brave display
New Zealand earlier downed USA 48-15 in the other fixture in the four-team tournament.
AAP
12 Apr 2026, 1:14
'I find that fairly disrespectful': Clark Laidlaw hits back at 'soft draw' claims
In the week prior to the matchup, a lot of the talk had been about who the Hurricanes had played, who they hadn't faced, and wheth…
Henry Lee
11 Apr 2026, 20:44
Black Ferns overcome slow start to thump USA in Whitney Hansen era opener
Whatever was said in the huddle after Rodgers' first try worked a treat, as the Black Ferns slowly started to crawl themselves bac…
Henry Lee
11 Apr 2026, 20:00
The five performers of the week from Super Rugby Pacific round nine
The Fijian Drua and Queensland Reds got their campaigns back on track with wins over the Western Force 24-22 and Crusaders 31-26, …
Adam Julian
11 Apr 2026, 17:41
Sam Darry's honest reflection after Hurricanes reality check
"Yeah, I think as we said, we got taught a bit of a lesson," Darry told media in Wellington.
Henry Lee
11 Apr 2026, 17:14
Leinster eventually trounce stubborn Sale Sharks in Champions Cup
Leinster ran in six tries as they trounced Sale 43-13 to book their place in the Investec Champions Cup semi-finals.
PA
11 Apr 2026, 14:15
Scotland survive 87 battling minutes against Wales: Key talking points
Scotland started their new era with a battling 24-19 triumph over Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday in a th…
Gary Heatly
11 Apr 2026, 14:08
'That goes without saying': The Franco Smith reaction to painful Glasgow exit
Franco Smith was proud of his Glasgow players for raising the expectation levels despite being knocked out of the Investec Champio…
PA
11 Apr 2026, 13:55
Sale Sharks player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Sale Sharks player ratings: No one gave Alex Sanderson's Mancunians much hope going into this Investec Champions Cup quarter-final…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2026, 13:35
Emily Tuttosi: 'I couldn’t in my wildest dreams, ever imagine being part of a day like that'
This weekend, the Pacific Four Series kicks off, and Canada begin their campaign against Australia.
Elizabeth Cartwright
11 Apr 2026, 13:30
Leinster player ratings vs Sale | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men went intothis Investec Champions Cup quarter-final with Sale Sharks as unbackable favour…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2026, 13:29
Scotland player ratings vs Wales | Women’s Six Nations 2026
It was Scotland's fifth straight victory against Wales, kicking off their campaign successfully thanks to Helen Nelson pulling the…
Francisco Isaac
11 Apr 2026, 13:19
Mitchell confirms Red Roses duo are out with 'long-term' injuries
England Red Roses head coach John Mitchell confirmed that Natasha Hunt and Morwenna Talling will be out with “long-term” injur…
Joe Harvey
11 Apr 2026, 13:01
'It was just internal motivation for the French boys, they don't take it well'
Toulon No.8 Zach Mercer has said his team-mates were handed "internal motivation" by the way they were written off before beating …
Josh Raisey
11 Apr 2026, 12:40
Toulon player ratings vs Glasgow Warriors | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Toulon player ratings:  Toulon pulled off a shock 22-19 victory over Glasgow Warriors in the Investec Champions Cup quarter-final…
Josh Raisey
11 Apr 2026, 11:30
Glasgow’s Champions Cup dream bubble burst by Toulon
Glasgow’s dream of reaching their first-ever Investec Champions Cup semi-final ended in disappointment as they were beaten 22-19…
PA
11 Apr 2026, 11:12
Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Toulon | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Glasgow Warriors player ratings: Glasgow Warriors' longstanding unbeaten record at Scotstoun came to an end against Toulon in the…
Josh Raisey
11 Apr 2026, 11:03
Ireland player ratings v England | 2026 Women's Six Nations
Perhaps a crowd of over 77,000 thousand was not what the women in green are used to, but with many established and accomplished pl…
Nathan Johns
11 Apr 2026, 10:59
Red Roses player ratings v Ireland | 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations
There was nothing overly special about England's 33-12 win over Ireland to start their 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations campaign.
Joe Harvey
11 Apr 2026, 10:54
Not a game to write home about: England v Ireland talking points
England’s Red Roses picked up where they left off from their World Cup win on their home patch of Twickenham by continuing their…
Lucy Lomax
11 Apr 2026, 10:40
Black Ferns prop's Pac Four over following training ground injury
It's been confirmed that Black Ferns' prop Awhina Tangen-Wainohu has been ruled out of the remaining Pacific Four Series following…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2026, 10:00
Dominant win for Les Bleues despite slow start: Key talking points from France v Italy
François Ratier’s Les Bleues era kicked off in great fashion, as the hosts convincingly defeated Italy 40-7 at the Stade des Al…
Francisco Isaac
11 Apr 2026, 9:19
Connacht handed Challenge Cup thrashing by Billy Vunipola's Montpellier
Connacht bowed out of the Challenge Cup after suffering a comprehensive 45-22 quarter-final defeat at Montpellier, with Billy Vuni…
PA
11 Apr 2026, 9:06
Red Roses inspire rugby first with Six Nations tifo banner
Ahead of the Red Roses' Guinness Women's Six Nations opener against Ireland the RFU unveiled a first-of-its-kind tifo banner.
Joe Harvey
11 Apr 2026, 8:24
Reds snap 15-year hoodoo with thrilling win over Crusaders
The Queensland Reds have snapped a 15-year hoodoo in a 31-26 win against the defending champion Crusaders.
AAP
11 Apr 2026, 7:06
Reds vs Crusaders takes: One of Australia’s best delivers in famous win
For the first time since the 2011 Super Rugby Grand Final, the Queensland Reds have defeated the Crusaders at Brisbane’s Suncorp…
Finn Morton
11 Apr 2026, 6:53
Northampton 'were 28-7 ahead but never looked comfortable'
Bath boss Johann van Graan hailed “two amazing teams” after his side’s epic 43-41 Investec Champions Cup quarter-final victo…
PA
11 Apr 2026, 4:24
Hurricanes vs Blues takes: All Blacks bolter watch, and the title favourites are...
The in-form teams of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season collided in Wellington on Saturday evening, both eager to stake their tit…
Ned Lester
11 Apr 2026, 4:20
Callum Harkin stars as Hurricanes run away with dominant win over Blues
Callum Harkin and Fehi Fineanganofo starred as the Hurricanes delivered a statement 42-19 win over the Blues in a top-of-the-table…
Finn Morton
11 Apr 2026, 3:59
Emily Scarratt on adapting to England coaching role: 'She's fundamentally been my FAQ page'
If Emily Scarratt had any thoughts that her move from England player to England coach would be seamless, she was quickly reminded …
Jeremy Inson
11 Apr 2026, 3:30
Simon Middleton: 'If you asked me whether all eyes are on England, I would say I don’t think so'
For me this is the most exciting time of the year, isn’t it? The Guinness Women’s Six Nations is such a huge competition. One …
Simon Middleton
11 Apr 2026, 3:00
Zac Lomax denied dream debut as Force fall to Drua in thriller
Zac Lomax has been unable to inspire the Western Force to victory in his professional rugby union debut as they went down to the…
AAP
11 Apr 2026, 2:21
Watch: Damian McKenzie passes Sivivatu with record-breaking Chiefs try
Damian McKenzie has claimed a special piece of Super Rugby history by becoming the all-time leading try-scorer for the Chiefs.
Finn Morton
10 Apr 2026, 23:17
Taumoefolau and Tupaea star as Chiefs put 62 points on Moana Pasifika
The Chiefs have taken care of business against Moana Pasifika in Rotorua, scoring 62 points and keeping their opponents scoreless …
Ned Lester
10 Apr 2026, 22:59
Mererangi Paul: 'The biggest thing I learned' from World Cup omission
Mererangi Paul has scored 14 tries in 14 Tests for the Black Ferns. In 2023, she was a nominee for World Rugby Breakthrough Player…
Adam Julian
10 Apr 2026, 21:15
Ulster send Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle packing in first Challenge Cup quarter
Zac Ward scored a brace of tries as Ulster booked their place in the Investec Challenge Cup semi-finals with a dominant 41-24 win …
PA
10 Apr 2026, 16:33
Bath bench press Northampton Saints in wild Champions Cup ride
Northampton were denied an Investec Champions Cup semi-final spot for the third successive season after Bath won an all-time tourn…
PA
10 Apr 2026, 16:23
Northampton Saints player ratings vs Bath | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Northampton took centre stage in an 8pm all-English Champions Cup quarter-final with Bath, renewing a familiar rivalry on Europe…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2026, 16:06
Bath player ratings vs Northampton | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Bath emerged under the lights for at Thre Rec for an all-English Investec Champions Cup quarter-final against Northampton, a heavy…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2026, 16:00
Kiwi 'revelation' Fletcher Anderson to stay in Wales
Scarlets have confirmed that No. 8 Fletcher Anderson has signed a new contract with the region, committing his future to the West …
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2026, 11:39
Toulon name 4 England stars and a Scot for Glasgow Warriors clash
Toulon have named four England players and a Scottish international in their matchday 23 for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup q…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2026, 11:28
Fissler Confidential: Sharks hunt Embrose Papier, Leinster face losing hooker
Irish-born loosehead Daniel Brennan, who has spent the whole of his career in France, is set to leave Toulon and become Montauban…
Neil Fissler
10 Apr 2026, 10:47
Malcolm: 'It's a fixture that always has that extra bit of emotion, exactly how you want to start'
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm says there is “always that extra bit of emotion” when her charges take on Wales and she cannot…
Gary Heatly
10 Apr 2026, 10:15
Damian Penaud switches position for UBB, Toulouse make one change
Damian Penaud will line up in the centre for Union Bordeaux Bègles after switching position for the visit of Stade Toulousain in …
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2026, 9:05
Father and son duo to line-up alongside each other in Pro D2
Paga and Rayane Tafili, father and son, are going to share a special moment together, as both are set to take part in tonight’s …
Francisco Isaac
10 Apr 2026, 8:34
Scarlets lose Tom Rogers to rivals and another international to injury
As first reported by RugbyPass, Wales winger Tom Rogers will swap the Scarlets for the Ospreys at the end of this season.
Jon Newcombe
10 Apr 2026, 8:16
Pacific Four Series: Can Canada pick up where they left off?
It is hard to believe that almost seven months have passed since Canada saw their Women’s Rugby World Cup dreams dashed by Engla…
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 8:00
Anna Caplice column: 'Ireland have to be up for this. Don’t lie down.'
Columnist Anna Caplice previews the opening round of the Women's Six Nations as Ireland face England at Twickenham in front of a t…
Anna Caplice
10 Apr 2026, 7:20
Glasgow rookie Ben Afshar set for biggest game as Toulon come to Scotstoun
Glasgow scrum-half Ben Afshar will start the biggest game of his career in Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final again…
Bryn Palmer
10 Apr 2026, 6:29
Sale Sharks make 3 changes for Champions Cup clash with Leinster
Alex Sanderson has made three changes to his Sale Sharks side for Saturday evening’s Champions Cup quarter-final trip to face Ir…
Neil Fissler
10 Apr 2026, 6:26
Exeter select 3 Italian internationals for Challenge Cup trip to Treviso
Italian internationals Stephen Varney, Andrea Zambonin and Ross Vintcent will face a host of their Azzurri teammates after being n…
Jon Newcombe
10 Apr 2026, 6:18
Lions pair return as Leinster move Rieko Ioane for visit of Sale Sharks
James Ryan and Garry Ringrose return from injury and Rieko Ioane has been redeployed to the wing as Leinster name their side for S…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2026, 6:16
Dalton: 'Some girls like to be screaming and shouting, and that works for them. I’m definitely the opposite'
This Six Nations Aoife Dalton comes in as a mainstay of the Irish team after captaining the Wolfhounds to Celtic challenge glory. …
Pat McCarry
10 Apr 2026, 5:46
Mick Cleary: 'Are we about to witness two of the greatest Champions Cup quarter-finals?'
Even those with the longest memories will struggle to recall better ties in prospect than Bath v Northampton and Bordeaux-Begles v…
Mick Cleary
10 Apr 2026, 5:34
First Springbok Women squad of 2026 announced by De Bruin
Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has included 10 uncapped players for the team's first alignment camp of 2026.
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 5:23
Is Antoine Dupont no longer undroppable?
The iconic Frenchman has taken time to recover from a serious knee injury and there are murmurs he is no longer an automatic pick
Gavin Mortimer
10 Apr 2026, 5:05
Nine France players to keep an eye on in new World Cup cycle
France’s new head coach Francois Ratier laid down a marker with his first Six Nations squad, a 32-player list that is long on po…
James Harrington
10 Apr 2026, 4:56
Nortje hoping for 'third time lucky' with South Africa in Hong Kong
Even though it is Quewin Nortje's first appearance of the 2025/26 season the 23-year-old is battle-hardened for HSBC SVNS World Ch…
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 4:55
Charlie Cale exits early as Brumbies steal win late in Dunedin
The Brumbies have shaken off the early loss of their star back-rower and their recent poor form to score an important 14-10 road w…
AAP
10 Apr 2026, 4:52
Highlanders vs Brumbies takes: Mr Clutch does it again, the Fabian Holland effect
The Brumbies have escaped Dunedin with a narrow win, thanks to a clutch showing off the bench from Luke Reimer.
Ned Lester
10 Apr 2026, 4:36
Sir Clive Woodward disciple Kennedy Tsimba revelling in coaching 'the chaos'
Kennedy Tsimba has become an expert in transitional play, the grey area between attack and defence, where possession suddenly shif…
Jon Newcombe
10 Apr 2026, 4:29
Kaua confirms 'special and magical' Brazil squad going to Hong Kong
As Yaras have named their squad for the first HSBC SVNS World Championship stop in Hong Kong next week.
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 4:27
Elliot Daly and Andy Onyeama-Christie suffer further injury setbacks
The luckless pair picked up identical injuries in last Saturday's Champions Cup defeat to Bath.
Jon Newcombe
10 Apr 2026, 4:21
How 1% of the USA sports rights market could transform rugby
World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin has labelled the United States of America “a no-brainer” growth opportunity for the sport.
Finn Morton
10 Apr 2026, 4:11
Six potential debutants in Canada squad for Pacific Four Series opener
Kévin Rouet has named six debutants in his squad for Canada's Pacific Four Series opener against the Wallaroos in Sacramento, Cal…
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 2:53
‘Never been raised to complain’: Isaac Henry on injuries and resilience
Behind Queensland Reds centre Isaac Henry's rise into the Wallabies selection frame is a journey of frustration and gratitude.
Finn Morton
09 Apr 2026, 22:49
New captain, six potential debutants in USA side to face Black Ferns
Coach Jack Hanratty has named six potential debutants in the first USA Women’s Eagles team of the 2026 season.
Finn Morton
09 Apr 2026, 20:31
'Idols turn to rivals': Ruben Love on locking horns with 'one of the greats'
Super Rugby Pacific's top contenders are due to do battle this weekend in the Kiwi capital, and it'll be Ruben Love squaring off a…
Ned Lester
09 Apr 2026, 20:17
Minns and Ellis return as Wallaroos name side for Pacific Four opener
Interim coach Sam Needs has made two personnel changes to the Wallaroos side that beat Fijiana 33-15 in Canberra last month.
Finn Morton
09 Apr 2026, 19:39
Netball champion among seven new faces in 2026 Matatu squad
Matatu have named one of the more settled sides for the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season, with 21 returning players and seven new fa…
Ned Lester
09 Apr 2026, 17:12
Teenager among three potential debutants in first Black Ferns team of year
Whitney Hansen has named three potential debutants in her first Black Ferns matchday team, who will face the USA to open the 2026 …
Ned Lester
09 Apr 2026, 16:18
A love letter to rugby union's most misunderstood artists
In 50 years’ time, when future rugby fans look back on the highest-scoring men’s Six Nations in history, what will be their st…
Daniel Gallan
09 Apr 2026, 11:40
Rabah Slimani pens deal with French giants as Leinster exit signed off
It's been confirmed that Leinster tighthead and former France regular Rabah Slimani has signed for Toulon on a one year deal.
Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2026, 11:08
Patrick Schickerling: ‘I'd be lying if I said playing for Scotland is not part of my ambitions’
The Glasgow prop saw his hopes of Test rugby with England end over an eligibility mix-up, but he hopes to resurrect them with Scot…
Bryn Palmer
09 Apr 2026, 11:06
How are Wales shaping up ahead of the Women's Six Nations?
Whilst much of the chatter ahead of the Women’s Six Nations includes England entering the Championships on a world record winnin…
Bluebell Nicholls
09 Apr 2026, 9:46
Courtney Keight excited for Wales to ‘rewrite the narrative’ in Six Nations
It is almost impossible to undersell how much of a disappointment the past two years have been for Wales.
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 9:27
'I'm not going to pretend': Fraser Dingwall on getting dropped by England
Fraser Dingwall admits that being dropped by England for their final two Six Nations games hurt, but it has added fire to the bell…
Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2026, 9:02
Ireland rookie's recall 1 of 3 changes for Ulster ahead of La Rochelle
Ulster have made three changes to their starting XV for Friday night’s EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final against La Rochelle.
Ian Cameron
09 Apr 2026, 8:52
Red Roses release first team sheet as world champions for Six Nations opener
The Red Roses return to action for the first time as world champions with Ireland providing the opposition for their Women’s Six…
Lucy Lomax
09 Apr 2026, 7:30
Brendan Fanning: 'It was entirely credible an ambitious rugby player would choose Ireland over Australia for his career'
The minor tug-of-war over Irish-qualified Massimo de Lutiis shows how far Ireland have come in 30 years compared to the Wallabies.
Brendan Fanning
09 Apr 2026, 6:58
Fukofuka names quartet of Scotland debutants for Wales clash
Sione Fukofuka has named four debutants in his first match day squad as Scotland coach for their Guinness Women's Six Nations open…
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 6:55
Northampton Saints make 6 changes for Champions Cup quarters
Northampton Saints have made six changes to their starting XV for Friday night’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final trip to Ba…
Ian Cameron
09 Apr 2026, 6:26
England rookie dropped as Bath make 6 changes for Saints
Bath have made six changes to their matchday 23 for Friday night’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final against Northampton Sain…
Ian Cameron
09 Apr 2026, 6:04
Two debutants and Moloney-MacDonald set to reach 50 Test caps v England
Ireland Head Coach Scott Bemand has named his match day squad for Saturday’s opening Guinness Women’s Six Nations clash agains…
Lucy Lomax
09 Apr 2026, 5:59
'They both fully deserve this opportunity': Wales include two new caps against Scotland
Sean Lynn has included a pair of debutants in his Wales squad to take on Scotland in Round 1 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nati…
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 5:33
No place for Bourgeois in France's opening match day Six Nations squad
France’s new head coach François Ratier has left the reliable kicking fullback out of his squad for his first match in charge a…
James Harrington
09 Apr 2026, 5:29
'They've got 14 Irish internationals and then the rest... an All Black and stuff'
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson has sounded a defiant ‘we're not going there to make up numbers’ message to Leinster ahead of …
Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2026, 5:16
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations preview: Predictions, facts and key players
This weekend the 2026 Guinness Women’s Six Nations will get underway.
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 4:50
Italy name squad for Six Nations opener in Grenoble
Italy head coach Fabio Roselli has named the squad that will take on France in their Guinness Women's Six Nations opener this week…
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 4:49
Six questions we want answered this Women's Six Nations
The start of a new cycle, an opportunity for experimentation, and - with that - a leap into the unknown. Here are just a few of th…
Claire Thomas
09 Apr 2026, 4:21
Doncaster Knights: Statement on Gallagher PREM promotion
Doncaster Knights have effectively taken themselves out of the promotion equation, admitting the financial leap required to reach …
Ian Cameron
09 Apr 2026, 4:18
Tom Curry: 'If I'm ready and allowed, I want to play for England'
The Sale flanker discusses gardening, selfishness, frustration and why he wants to play Test rugby this summer.
Neil Squires
09 Apr 2026, 3:54
The scary truth about the Immanuel Feyi-Waboso wonder try against Munster
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso marked his return from injury by scoring a stunning try for Exeter Chiefs against Munster in t…
Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2026, 3:49
Bienne Terita returns as Australia name squads for Hong Kong Sevens
Paris Olympian Bienne Terita is back for the Australia Sevens Women’s side for the first of three HSBC SVNS World Championship S…
Finn Morton
09 Apr 2026, 2:43
How the SVNS World Championship opens the door for new challengers
The HSBC SVNS World Championship Series is set to kick off a new finals format in Hong Kong next weekend.
Nick Wasiliev
09 Apr 2026, 1:44
All Blacks Sevens include debutant for World Championship Series opener
Coach Tomasi Cama has named one potential debutant in the All Blacks Sevens squad for the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens next weeken…
Finn Morton
08 Apr 2026, 22:54
Black Ferns Sevens squad named for Hong Kong Sevens four-peat bid
Playmaker Risi Pouri-Lane will captain the Black Ferns Sevens, as they chase an unprecedented four-peat at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Ko…
Finn Morton
08 Apr 2026, 22:20
What logic is there to bringing back Brodie Retallick
Brodie Retallick would be one of the better All Blacks I’ve seen. Rugged and skillful, he was everything you could possibly wan…
Hamish Bidwell
08 Apr 2026, 21:04
Hurricanes Poua add three Black Ferns to 2026 Aupiki squad
The Hurricanes Poua have recruited some established talent for their 2026 campaign as the club looks to improve on their winless 2…
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2026, 20:18
Veteran lock Jimmy Tupou in line for Moana Pasifika debut against Chiefs
Jimmy Tupou is in line to debut for Moana Pasifika on Saturday afternoon, with the veteran lock named in the 23-man squad to play …
Finn Morton
08 Apr 2026, 18:40
Younger Sititi sibling named in 2026 Blues squad for Super Rugby Aupiki
The reigning Super Rugby Aupiki champions have named a stacked squad for their three-peat campaign and have added yet more youthfu…
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2026, 18:15
Breakout Super Rugby rookie Sid Harvey re-signs with Waratahs
Sid Harvey has been rewarded for a breakout season in cambridge blue, signing a new deal with the NSW Waratahs until the end of 20…
Finn Morton
08 Apr 2026, 18:13
Wallaroo, Canadian and teen Black Fern headline '26 Chiefs Manawa squad
The Chiefs Manawa have named an all-new outside back unit, along with eight more new faces, in their 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki squad…
Ned Lester
08 Apr 2026, 17:24
How the All Blacks can turn the curse of versatility into a blessing
Leicester Fainga’anuku’s ability to shift from centre to the back row opens up a world of possibility for New Zealand.
Nick Bishop
08 Apr 2026, 16:32
Henry Slade: 'I still have a big desire to play for England'
The 33-year-old Plymothian has made over 200 appearances for Exeter Chiefs and is one of their two centrally-contracted England pl…
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2026, 14:36
Dragons' shock Euro win over French giants a welcome tonic for Welsh game
Cardiff and Ospreys were left ruing their luck but the Dragons' upset triumph over Stade Français was a welcome boost for Welsh r…
Mark Orders
08 Apr 2026, 12:11
Who will win the Champions Cup quarter-finals? What the stats say
If two of the last-eight European ties seem relatively easy to forecast, two others could be real nailbiters.
Nick Bishop
08 Apr 2026, 11:38
Harlequins announce statement signing of George Furbank
The long-running transfer saga linking England international George Furbank with Harlequins is finally over, with the London club …
Jon Newcombe
08 Apr 2026, 11:02
Alex Mitchell set for Northampton return in Champions Cup quarter-final
The England scrum-half hasn't played since injuring his hamstring in the 42-21 defeat to Ireland in round three of the Guinness Si…
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2026, 10:50
At a time of New Zealand Rugby needing results, can Hansen re-establish Black Ferns as world's best?
Whitney Hansen’s appointment as Black Ferns head coach in December last year was greeted with almost universal approval and wide…
Rikki Swannell
08 Apr 2026, 9:49
World Rugby Hall of Famer Sergio Parisse excited by 'extraordinary opportunity'
The Italian legend will the Azzurri as an assistant coach at the end of the season.
Jon Newcombe
08 Apr 2026, 9:47
Hong Kong's Groves has 'burning desire' for Olympic qualification
Jevon Groves has one thing written at the top of his wish list: Qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 9:22
This Six Nations, can Italy bounce back from a World Cup to forget?
Italy's first test since the World Cup lies ahead of them this weekend when they face familiar foes France in the opening match of…
Francisco Isaac
08 Apr 2026, 9:16
Swys de Bruin: 'The Daisies have set a benchmark for others to follow'
Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin described the Bulls Daises as the "benchmark" for domestic women's rugby in South Africa.
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 8:37
New candidate for the Ireland No.10 jersey signs for Ulster
Ulster have beaten off competition from Irish rivals Munster to sign Harlequins fly-half Jamie Benson on a two-year deal.
Jon Newcombe
08 Apr 2026, 8:22
Nortje checks in for first Blitzboks appearance of the season in Hong Kong
Quewin Nortje will make his return for HSBC SVNS Series champions South Africa in Hong Kong for the first leg of the HSBC SVNS Wor…
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 8:01
Las Yaguaretés aiming for the 'spectacular' ahead of World Championship opener
Argentina Women's Sevens have gone the long way round to gain HSBC SVNS World Championship qualification.
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 8:00
'Better than Marcus Smith' Harvey Skinner earns new deal
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he doesn’t think that there has been a more consistent fly-half in the Gallagher PREM …
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2026, 7:39
New venue confirmed for 2026 edition of Rugby Premier League
Rugby India have confirmed that the second edition of Rugby Premier League [RPL] will take place in Hyderabad in June 2026.
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 6:17
'It’s a great challenge ahead': Los Pumas squad confirmed for Hong Kong
Argentina Men's Sevens head coach Santiago Gómez Cora wants to his team to continue their growth this season at the HSBC SVNS Wor…
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 5:17
Rob Baxter expands on the reasons behind Josh Hodge's sudden exit
Rob Baxter has defended his decision to roll the dice and let full-back Josh Hodge leave for Newcastle Red Bulls immediately, desp…
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2026, 5:11
Bath boss Johann van Graan takes the positives from Griffin's ordeal
Bath boss Johann van Graan has backed Wales international Archie Griffin to "come back stronger" after the tight-head endured a ni…
Jon Newcombe
08 Apr 2026, 4:40
Six Nations stadiums named as possible Champions Cup semi-final venues
EPCR, the organiser of the Investec Champions Cup, has confirmed four potential venues to host this season’s semi-finals.
Jon Newcombe
08 Apr 2026, 4:20
Could Ireland's mixed PWR and Celtic Challenge exposure lead to Six Nations rewards?
Given Ireland’s ever increasing PWR involvement, how well prepared will Scott Bemand’s side be ahead of this weekend’s Six N…
Nathan Johns
08 Apr 2026, 4:04
Why former Wales boss Cunningham is excited to sing Scottish anthem
In Round 1 of the 2024 Guinness Women’s Six Nations, Ioan Cunningham was leading Wales against Scotland in Cardiff.
Gary Heatly
08 Apr 2026, 3:00
Sale Sharks issue statement over Nathan Jibulu biting ban
The England prospect has been banned for six weeks.
Jon Newcombe
08 Apr 2026, 2:44
Borthwick risks another backroom reshuffle as Top 14 club circle
England's head coach faces another battle to keep hold of Joe El-Abd if he survives a review into England's worst Six Nations perf…
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2026, 2:10
The biggest winners and losers from the Shannon Frizell signing
With the new signing, the depth at No. 6 in New Zealand has been boosted, meaning some players could be on the outer under Rennie.
Henry Lee
08 Apr 2026, 2:02
‘The Olympic Games of rugby union’: 50 years of the Hong Kong Sevens
When it comes to the world of SVNS Rugby, few cities compare to Hong Kong.
Nick Wasiliev
08 Apr 2026, 0:58
Western Force skipper back for Drua, ex-NRL star in line to debut
Western Force captain Jeremy Williams is back to lead the side in a massive Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Fijian Drua.
Finn Morton
07 Apr 2026, 23:53
Highlanders gain four and lose two for Brumbies showdown
The Highlanders have made some injury-enforced changes to their matchday 23 ahead of their round 9 clash with the Brumbies.
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2026, 23:43
Reds winger Daugunu primed for Super Rugby milestone against Crusaders
Queensland Reds winger Filipo Daugunu is set to make his 100th Super Rugby appearance this weekend after being named to start agai…
Finn Morton
07 Apr 2026, 23:41
Brisbane-bound Crusaders take cautious approach with Will Jordan injury
The Crusaders will be without Will Jordan for their round 9 matchup against the Reds due to a calf complaint. The injury has coinc…
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2026, 23:29
Ryan Lonergan set for 100-game milestone as Brumbies face Highlanders
ACT Brumbies captain Ryan Lonergan will celebrate a special Super Rugby milestone this weekend.
Finn Morton
07 Apr 2026, 23:17
Tyrel Lomax back on injury list as Hurricanes name team for Blues bout
The Hurricanes host the biggest matchup of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season to date this weekend, and there's some unfortunate …
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2026, 23:12
Damian McKenzie back for Chiefs as TJ Perenara's nephew named for debut
Damian McKenzie is back at 10 for the Chiefs in the team's round nine clash with Moana Pasifika, but it isn't all good news on the…
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2026, 23:00
Blues back youth in team for top-of-the-table clash with Hurricanes
The Blues travel to Wellington for a monster clash with the Hurricanes as the centrepiece of round 9 of the Super Rugby Pacific se…
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2026, 23:00
RWC star Erica Jarrell-Searcy named USA captain for Pacific Four Series
Utility forward Erica Jarrell-Searcy will captain the USA Women’s Eagles during the 2026 Pacific Four Series.
Finn Morton
07 Apr 2026, 22:56
The All Blacks strongest midfield partnership for the next World Cup is already clear
The three-year partnership between Jordie Barrett and Rieko Ioane came to an end with Ioane's transition to wing and eventual "pha…
Ben Smith
07 Apr 2026, 21:59
Rugby Australia unveils NextGen XVs in major women’s pathway investment
Rugby Australia has unveiled a historic investment into the women’s high performance pathway ahead of the home Rugby World Cup a…
Finn Morton
07 Apr 2026, 21:00
Watch: Wallaby Noah Lolesio scores hat-trick in JRLO masterclass
30-Test Wallaby Noah Lolesio scored a hat-trick as Toyota Industries Corporation Shuttles Aichi ran away with a commanding 52-27 w…
Finn Morton
07 Apr 2026, 18:46
'Told that all my life': South African motivation behind Italy move for Wallaby centre
Flook, 24, was due to link with the United Rugby Championship outfit last year on a secondment in partnership with the Reds.
AAP
07 Apr 2026, 17:07
Massimo De Lutiis ends Ireland speculation with new deal Down Under
After reports that Ireland had eyes for their emerging young prop, the Queensland Reds have announced a new deal with Massimo De L…
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2026, 16:52
Donaldson's tour de Force gave future Wallabies coach Les Kiss plenty to ponder
Donaldson was player of the match, up against Australia No.10 rival Carter Gordon, in a comprehensive win for the Force.
Brett McKay
07 Apr 2026, 14:37
Nathan Jibulu guilty of biting and banned along with Ma'a Nonu
Ma'a Nonu and Nathan Jibulu have both been handed bans following disciplinary hearings arising from the Investec Champions Cup rou…
Josh Raisey
07 Apr 2026, 13:12
‘The All Blacks may not win next year’s World Cup but at least they have been better set up to succeed’
Dave Rennie has put together a more experienced and diverse coaching team than his predecessor Scott Robertson.
Gregor Paul
07 Apr 2026, 12:17
The Meg Jones era is here and it will be bold
The Red Roses found the perfect way to announce that Meg Jones had taken the reins as England captain ahead of the 2026 Guinness W…
Bluebell Nicholls
07 Apr 2026, 10:25
Sale confirm surgery for England duo but Steve Borthwick given hope
England boss Steve Borthwick has been handed a Nations Championship boost with the news that Sale Sharks hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie …
Neil Fissler
07 Apr 2026, 10:01
Leicester Tigers reaffirm commitment to PWR club with 'enhanced strategy'
Leicester Tigers have announced an enhanced strategy for growth and additional commitment to their Premiership Women's Rugby side.…
Joe Harvey
07 Apr 2026, 9:23
Leinster sweating over Lions trio ahead of Champions Cup clash
Leinster trio Andrew Porter, James Ryan and Garry Ringrose are facing a fitness race to make the Investec Champions Cup quarter-fi…
Josh Raisey
07 Apr 2026, 9:08
Morgane Bourgeois’ Championship 2026 diary: The first chapter
Inside Marcoussis with Les Bleues: training, team spirit, and the real start of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Morgane Bourgeois
07 Apr 2026, 7:00
Hanratty's Eagles era set to begin: What can we expect from underdogs USA in Pac Four?
On Saturday 11th April, Hanratty’s first game in charge of the USA Eagles brings a difficult task as the Black Ferns come to Sac…
Nathan Johns
07 Apr 2026, 6:41
Bulls to Bath: 'Bernard is a bit different, he's a different kind of nine'
Summer signing Bernard van der Linde is making up for lost time after his move to Bath from the Bulls.
Jon Newcombe
07 Apr 2026, 6:00
Surprise twist to Josh Hodge transfer benefits Newcastle Red Bulls
Summer signing Josh Hodge will arrive early at Newcastle Red Bulls, with the Exeter Chiefs and England A full-back heading north w…
Jon Newcombe
07 Apr 2026, 4:53
Lightning boss Smith picks up Pacific Four Series role
Loughborough Lightning have confirmed that head coach Nathan Smith will join Canada as a guest coach for the 2026 Pacific Four Ser…
Joe Harvey
07 Apr 2026, 4:49
Age is no barrier, world-leading Thomas du Toit and the Bok props are kings
The 'Tank' of Bath is a destructive scrummager on either side of the set-piece, epitomising South Africa's ageing but immense fron…
Nick Bishop
07 Apr 2026, 4:48
England hopeful could cop huge ban for biting as Ma’a Nonu is cited
Sale Sharks hooker Nathan Jibulu will face a hearing today after allegedly biting Harlequins' Will Hobson in the Investec Champion…
Josh Raisey
07 Apr 2026, 4:47
Former Wallabies fly-half Bernard Foley to retire alongside ex-Japan captain
Japan Rugby League One outfit Kubota Spears have announced that former Australia fly-half will leave the club at the end of the cu…
Josh Raisey
07 Apr 2026, 3:51
Bulls centre David Kriel to head overseas after exercising break clause
Bulls centre David Kriel has turned down interest from Glasgow Warriors to sign for La Rochelle instead.
Jon Newcombe
07 Apr 2026, 3:49
Where does South Africa's Women's Super League go from here?
Libbie Janse van Rensburg gives her thoughts on Bulls' fourth Women's Super League title, the league's growth and what they need t…
Daniel Gallan
07 Apr 2026, 3:48
George enjoying 'fresh' pre-Six Nations camp with Wales
Wales fly-half Lleucu George hopes that "fresh" start can help the team impress on the pitch this Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Joe Harvey
07 Apr 2026, 3:41
'It's never nice to lose a player like Johnny, he's been brilliant for us'
Glasgow's former Scotland hooker Johnny Matthews will be playing his rugby in France beyond the end of this season.
Jon Newcombe
07 Apr 2026, 2:53
Courtney Lawes makes England U-turn after signing for Sale
Following our exclusive on Monday, Sale Sharks have officially announced the signing of England international, Courtney Lawes on a…
Neil Fissler
07 Apr 2026, 2:36
‘Rollercoaster ride’: Nicole Ledington’s path to ‘surreal’ Wallaroos debut
New Wallaroos fly-half Nicole Ledington had a debut to remember in a 33-15 win over Fijiana last month in Canberra.
Finn Morton
07 Apr 2026, 1:11
'He dominates that competition': Jamie Joseph on Shannon Frizell's return
Shannon Frizell has confirmed his return to New Zealand later this year, signing with New Zealand Rugby, Tasman and the Highlander…
Ned Lester
07 Apr 2026, 0:35
Western Force re-sign Australia A fullback Mac Grealy on multi-year deal
Australia A representative Mac Grealy will remain out west for another two Super Rugby Pacific seasons, inking a new deal with the…
Finn Morton
06 Apr 2026, 22:29
How analysts fit Leicester Fainga'anuku into the All Blacks puzzle
Crusaders returnee Leicester Fainga'anuku's form is presenting one of the more prominent selection headaches for new All Blacks he…
Ned Lester
06 Apr 2026, 21:40
Shannon Frizell seals New Zealand return ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup
33-Test All Blacks backrower Shannon Frizell will return to New Zealand’s shores ahead of next year’s Rugby World Cup.
Finn Morton
06 Apr 2026, 20:27
Wallabies great weighs in on All Blacks centre as Super Rugby’s form 12
Wallabies great Michael Hooper believes it’s fair to say Quinn Tupaea is the form inside centre in Super Rugby Pacific.
Finn Morton
06 Apr 2026, 19:36
Veteran commentator on big Retallick call facing Rennie’s All Blacks
“I’m not sure if I’m allowed to [pick him] yet. There’s no doubt, we want to win the World Cup, and you need your best pla…
Henry Lee
06 Apr 2026, 19:15
Seven wild card bolter prospects for the All Blacks ranked
After eight weeks of Super Rugby Pacific, here are seven wild card names who could get a call up to the All Blacks this year. 
Ben Smith
06 Apr 2026, 19:09
All Black midfielder takes POTY lead as gap widens
Australia U20 international and Waratahs outside back Sid Harvey still leads the Rookie of the Year voting table, with 13 votes so…
Henry Lee
06 Apr 2026, 17:31
Zane Nonggorr commits future to hometown team on long-term deal
The Wallaby tighthead, 25, has amassed 62 caps for his club since his 2020 debut as a 19-year-old, and made his Test debut in 2023…
Ned Lester
06 Apr 2026, 17:08
'I thought about giving up my professional ambitions': Hurricanes' unlikely hero reaching new heights
One of the Hurricanes' most potent attackers started 2025 as an un-contracted player working in construction. The ascent of Callum…
Adam Julian
06 Apr 2026, 16:10
Match officials announced for EPCR quarter-finals
Irish official Andrew Brace has been handed the first of the Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals, after EPCR, the competition's …
Jon Newcombe
06 Apr 2026, 10:55
Sale Sharks set to confirm Courtney Lawes' signature
The former England skipper, 37, has spent the last two seasons playing with Brive in Pro D2, but the club revealed on Monday morni…
Neil Fissler
06 Apr 2026, 10:19
Six Nations star Tommaso Menoncello enters the European history books
Italian superstar Tommaso Menoncello has entered the EPCR record books after scoring the first sub-10 second try in Challenge Cup/…
Jon Newcombe
06 Apr 2026, 7:59
Pro D2 players embroiled in car park brawl resulting in serious injury
Another belting weekend in the ProD2 resulted in several tight contests, with the promotion and relegation battles taking the spot…
Francisco Isaac
06 Apr 2026, 6:39
Our Investec Champions Cup team of the week - round of 16
All eight home sides prevailed in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16, but there was nothing routine about it.
Josh Raisey
06 Apr 2026, 6:23
Courtney Lawes confirms Brive exit with England return lined up
Former England captain Courtney Lawes is set to leave Brive at the end of the season after two years in France's Pro D2.
Josh Raisey
06 Apr 2026, 5:02
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Don't shame the scrum, Donaldson sends reminder
If there is a discussion to be had about scrums, then a midweek show is the place to house that chat, not live on air with several…
John Ferguson
05 Apr 2026, 21:03
Who are the Black Ferns to watch in the 2026 Pacific Four Series?
The dominant Black Ferns, winners of 115 out of a total 140 Tests, are at the dawn of a new era in 2026. So, who are five players …
Adam Julian
05 Apr 2026, 15:00
Confirmed: Who plays who in the Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals
Home advantage ruled as the Round of 16 concluded, confirming the eight sides that will contest the quarter-finals of this season…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2026, 14:11
Leinster survive self-inflicted woes in Champions Cup struggle session with Edinburgh
Leinster booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Investec Champions Cup with an entertaining 49-31 victory over Edinburgh …
PA
05 Apr 2026, 13:47
Edinburgh player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Edinburgh player ratings: Written off by almost everyone outside their own bubble before a ball had been kicked, Edinburgh arrived…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2026, 13:27
Leinster player ratings vs Edinburgh | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Leinster return to knockout rugby as heavy favourites at the Aviva Stadium, with Leo Cullen’s side expected to have too much pow…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2026, 13:20
LLB and Bordeaux send Leicester Tigers packing with Champions Cup hiding
Salesi Rayasi scored a hat-trick as Bordeaux ran in nine tries and thumped Leicester 64-14 in the Investec Champions Cup at Stade …
PA
05 Apr 2026, 11:21
Cron explains Zac Lomax call: 'Sorry about that... it's too high of a risk'
Zac Lomax's latest setback has paved the way for a "hell of an introduction" in Fiji for the injury-hit Western Force.
AAP
05 Apr 2026, 9:49
Forgotten Lion's last-gasp try sees Dragons bag shock win in Paris
Wyn Jones’ last-gasp try sent Dragons into the Challenge Cup quarter-finals with a 36-31 win over Stade Francais.At the start of…
PA
05 Apr 2026, 9:39
19-cap All Black involved in Japan Rugby League One shocker
Mark Telea scored his fifth try of the season as Toyota Verblitz shocked Kubota Spears 24-7 yesterday to heat up the race for the …
Matt McILraith
05 Apr 2026, 4:59
'Probably their season over with': Alex Sanderson's grim update on England duo
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson hailed the talents of George Ford as Sharks booked a place in the quarter-finals of the Inve…
PA
05 Apr 2026, 4:03
'The RFU should have stepped in... he is a future England captain'
Tom Willis' exit from English rugby was a familiar pre-match talking point again on Saturday, with Lawrence Dallaglio revisiting t…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2026, 3:33
Whitney Hansen: ‘My hope is that you just see those things a little more'
Hansen named eight new faces in their Pacific Four squad last month, heading into their first campaign of the new cycle.
Henry Lee
05 Apr 2026, 2:32
The pyramid grows: Five things we learnt from the inaugural season of SVNS 2
Over 10,000 fans turned out in Nairobi across the weekend, with members of the Kenyan government and the governing body of the spo…
Nick Wasiliev
04 Apr 2026, 19:53
Rob Penney on how Leicester Fainga'anuku has lifted the Crusaders
One that impressed him most was Leicester Fainga'anuku, who although hasn't had his best season so far, still showcased his class …
Henry Lee
04 Apr 2026, 19:37
The facts and figures behind Christchurch's Apollo Projects Stadium
4 March 2023, Lost: 24-25: Autumn-Rain Stephens-Daly scored two tries for the Hurricanes. Black Ferns fullback Renee Holmes also …
Adam Julian
04 Apr 2026, 18:37
The three performers of the week from Super Rugby Pacific round eight
The leading Aussie contenders appear to be fading at the halfway mark. The Reds joined the Brumbies with three defeats after a sho…
Adam Julian
04 Apr 2026, 18:19
'Top draw tonight': Jono Gibbes on All Black's return to form
"Yeah I think that was an area that we we learned in Australia we weren't happy with our breakdown area, our carry, and our clean,…
Henry Lee
04 Apr 2026, 17:45
Ireland trio see Ulster through Ospreys storm to Challenge Cup last 8
Ulster hung on to defeat Ospreys 28-24 and reach the quarter-finals of the European Challenge Cup.
PA
04 Apr 2026, 16:53
Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle survive Newcastle Red Bulls fightback
La Rochelle held off a fightback from Newcastle to book their place in the Challenge Cup quarter-finals with a 26-18 win at a wind…
PA
04 Apr 2026, 16:42
George Ford boots Sale into Champions Cup last eight at Harlequins
George Ford’s goal-kicking proved the difference as his 16 points was enough to secure Sale a quarter-final spot in the Investec…
PA
04 Apr 2026, 16:33
Toulouse hunt Bears to European extinction, Glasgow slaughter Bulls
Glasgow won a gruelling Investec Champions Cup clash against Bulls to move into the quarter-finals.
PA
04 Apr 2026, 14:26
Benetton put an end to Cardiff's Challenge Cup dreams
Benetton battled past a spirited Cardiff 38-35 at Stadio Monigo to secure a spot in the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup.
PA
04 Apr 2026, 13:48
Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Bulls | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Glasgow Warriors player ratings: Franco Smith's side returned to knockout rugby with familiar edge, looking to impose tempo, accur…
Francisco Isaac
04 Apr 2026, 13:34
Bulls player ratings vs Glasgow | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Bulls player ratings: The Bulls brought bruising physicality and South African nous, aiming to control collisions and territory wh…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2026, 13:27
'In my view he’s become one of the best players in the whole world of rugby'
Thomas du Toit was hailed by head of rugby Johann van Graan as Bath’s matchwinner after his 40-minute cameo helped turn the tide…
PA
04 Apr 2026, 12:50
Bath book all-English quarter-final as Bok saves them against Saracens
Bath turned to a quartet of their England backs to turn the tide as they edged into the Champions Cup quarter-finals with a 31-22 …
PA
04 Apr 2026, 11:32
Saracens player ratings vs Bath | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Saracens player ratings: Saracens came close to pulling off a surprising victory over Bath at the Rec in the Investec Champions Cu…
Josh Raisey
04 Apr 2026, 11:24
Bath player ratings vs Saracens | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
Bath player ratings: Bath overturned a 10-0 half-time deficit to beat Saracens 31-22 in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16 on…
Josh Raisey
04 Apr 2026, 11:02
Feinberg-Mngomezulu criticism: 'That's certainly something Rassie Erasmus will look at'
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu criticism: 'That's certainly some Rassie Erasmus is going to look at'
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2026, 11:00
Exeter Chiefs dump Munster out of Challenge Cup with painful pasting
Those that celebrate Munster's long and storied love affair with European competitions will be quick bin off this chapter after Ex…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2026, 8:17
Franco Molina hat-trick leads Force to statement win over Reds
Saturday's 42-19 result at Suncorp Stadium came after convert Lomax was ruled out less than an hour before kick-off.
AAP
04 Apr 2026, 6:05
Reds vs Force takes: Pumas lock stars, Donaldson strengthens POTY case
The Western Force have made a Super Rugby Pacific statement with a 42-19 win over Australian rivals the Queensland Reds in Brisban…
Finn Morton
04 Apr 2026, 5:52
Grant Gilchrist: 'What comes of that on Sunday, we’ll all be able to live with'
Grant Gilchrist has called for his Edinburgh team-mates to restore some pride with a strong performance in Sunday’s Investec Cha…
PA
04 Apr 2026, 5:49
'You're better than that': Henry Pollock involved in multiple incidents with Castres
Henry Pollock’s rapid rise shows little sign of slowing and, judging by events at cinch Stadium on Friday night, neither does hi…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2026, 5:34
'Teams are going to come harder because we're not the surprise anymore'
Exeter Chiefs lock Andrea Zambonin admits that the secret is out and that Italy’s first-ever Six Nations win over England means …
Neil Fissler
04 Apr 2026, 5:03
Dewi Lake has played his last game for Ospreys
Wales captain Dewi Lake, who will be joining Gloucester in the Gallagher PREM next season, has played his last game for the Osprey…
Neil Fissler
04 Apr 2026, 4:50
Chiefs outmuscle Waratahs up front in big Hamilton win
The NSW Waratahs have crashed back to earth with a crushing 42-14 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Chiefs in Hamilton.
AAP
04 Apr 2026, 3:24
Chiefs vs Waratahs takes: The Chiefs' big question, little brother syndrome
The Chiefs and Waratahs locked horns in Hamilton on Saturday night, both with plenty to prove, having produced inconsistent result…
Ned Lester
04 Apr 2026, 3:01
Millie Hyett: 'I hate change - it was a big thing for me to make a move'
By her own admission Millie Hyett is not the biggest fan of change. Even though in her young career the 20-year-old has seen plent…
Joe Harvey
04 Apr 2026, 1:10
Former NZ U20s rep named at fullback as Anthem RC eye back-to-back wins
Former New Zealand U20s outside back Jordan Trainor has been retained in the starting side at fullback for Anthem Rugby Carolina.
Finn Morton
03 Apr 2026, 21:32
Ex-MLR ROTY among host of Chicago Hounds debutants for season opener
2022 Major League Rugby Rookie of the Year Tavite Lopeti joins a host of other Chicago Hounds debutants in the run-on side for the…
Finn Morton
03 Apr 2026, 20:44
Will Jordan’s praise for Codie Taylor after remarkable 150th appearance
Crusaders fullback Will Jordan has reflected on Codie Taylor’s “awesome” milestone appearance for the club on Friday night.
Finn Morton
03 Apr 2026, 18:44
Beauden Barrett on the difference between All Blacks' 'golden era' and today
Beauden Barrett has weighed in on how much international rugby has evolved since the All Blacks' last Rugby World Cup victory in 2…
Ned Lester
03 Apr 2026, 16:39
The five Wallabies bolters looming large and the young duo for the future
Without further ado, here are the five Wallabies bolters to keep an eye on for the remainder of Super Rugby Pacific 2026, and the …
John Ferguson
03 Apr 2026, 16:35
Connacht beat Eben Etzebeth's Sharks to make Challenge Cup quarters
Connacht reached the EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-finals by racking up a sixth win in a row as a dominant second period secured a 29…
PA
03 Apr 2026, 16:33
Northampton first to reach Champions Cup quarters after 90-point bout
French side Castres raced into a 12-0 lead after only 10 minutes through tries from Christian Ambadiang and Theo Chabouni, before …
PA
03 Apr 2026, 16:24
Northampton Saints player ratings vs Castres | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup
A slow-starting Saints survived a helter-skelter Champions Cup shoot?out with Castres, where chaos reigned, defence was optional a…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2026, 16:08
'It is tough but it's not': Glasgow explain big Bulls call as Scotland star ditched
Glasgow’s side to face the Bulls in what should be a bruising last-16 encounter in the European Champions Cup on Saturday contai…
Bryn Palmer
03 Apr 2026, 12:00
Owen Farrell moves position as Saracens make 3 changes for English Champions Cup clash
Prop wonder Rhys Carre is backing Saracens to turn recent progress into knockout success as the north London side return to the Re…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2026, 10:47
My prediction for all 8 Champions Cup Round-of-16 games - Andy Goode
Whether it’s through a natural consequence of the stronger teams having earned higher seedings or certain sides resting stars, i…
Andy Goode
03 Apr 2026, 9:12
Fissler Confidential: Werner Kok left in limbo as lips tight on Finn Russell
Werner Kok might be flying towards the Ulster Player of the Season award, but he has been left in a state of limbo by their inabil…
Neil Fissler
03 Apr 2026, 9:07
Radwan returns, Wallaby replaces in-form Leicester star for Bordeaux mission
Adam Radwan will return to the Leicester Tigers starting XV for Sunday’s Investec Champions Cup trip to Bordeaux-Begles, while J…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2026, 7:40
Ryan Baird makes Leinster return as fellow Ireland star dropped from 23
Ryan Baird will make his long-awaited return to competitive action when Leinster welcome Edinburgh to Aviva Stadium in the Round o…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2026, 7:04
Kyle Steyn returns for Glasgow after remarkable fracture turnaround
Scotland wing Kyle Steyn will make an earlier-than-expected return to action to lead Glasgow Warriors when they take on the Pretor…
Bryn Palmer
03 Apr 2026, 6:33
Feinberg-Mngomezulu dropped to Stormers bench as another Bok returns
The Stormers have dropped fly-half Sacha Feinberg?Mngomezulu to the bench for their Investec Champions Cup Round of 16 clash again…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2026, 6:28
Scarlets issue statement on behalf of their board
The Scarlets have issued a statement on behalf of their board after the Welsh URC outfit confirmed 'significant further investment…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2026, 6:10
Waratahs: 'There were areas that we exploited last time around'
Buoyed by their ACT Brumbies taming, the NSW Waratahs are plotting another hoodoo-busting victory over the Chiefs to really ignite…
AAP
03 Apr 2026, 5:52
Chris Robshaw: Harlequins pair can disprove 'funny' England perceptions
Harlequins great Chris Robshaw believes Alex Dombrandt and Marcus Smith can use the Investec Champions Cup clash with Sale Sharks …
Chris Jones
03 Apr 2026, 5:11
Exeter Chiefs closing in on new investors as Tony Rowe sends email to owners
Exeter Chiefs are closing in on new investors after chairman Tony Rowe wrote to club members saying he hopes to call a Special Gen…
Neil Fissler
03 Apr 2026, 4:37
Crusaders vs Drua takes: Four-try Taylor stars in fitting stadium farewell
Defending Super Rugby Pacific champions the Crusaders put on a show in their final match at Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurc…
Finn Morton
03 Apr 2026, 2:57
Anthony Watson: 'I see Noah Caluori having a real impact with England in the coming years.'
The former England and British and Irish Lions wing says his old position has seen a raft of changes since he started playing prof…
Anthony Watson
03 Apr 2026, 2:13
Maori All Black Cameron Suafoa reveals terminal cancer diagnosis
Blues forward Cameron Suafoa has announced his retirement from rugby following a terminal cancer diagnosis.
Ned Lester
02 Apr 2026, 23:40
McReight on ex-NRL star: ‘Maybe exploit his knowledge of the game’
Fraser McReight hopes the Queensland Reds can use their kicking game to “exploit” Zac Lomax’s "knowledge of the game" this w…
Finn Morton
02 Apr 2026, 23:06
‘Huge honour’: Hong Kong Sevens set to celebrate 50-year milestone
Over 50 years, the Hong Kong Sevens has grown into one of the most iconic events on the rugby union calendar, with thousands atten…
Finn Morton
02 Apr 2026, 21:24
Super Rugby Pacific mid-season awards: The MVP and breakout player
The RugbyPass Round Table writers answer the big questions at the mid-point of the Super Rugby Pacific 2026 season. Finn Morton (…
Ben Smith
02 Apr 2026, 19:19
Black Ferns call in uncapped Hurricane for injured Chelsea Bremner
The Black Ferns have suffered a training injury ahead of the Pacific Four Series, with veteran lock Chelsea Bremner succumbing to …
Ned Lester
02 Apr 2026, 15:56
Fiji win gives Wallaroos 'really good starting point'
A 33-15 win against Fiji may well have been the perfect preparation for the Wallaroos ahead of the 2026 Pacific Four Series.
Joe Harvey
02 Apr 2026, 12:35
Horrible injury luck hits Wales star Taulupe Faletau yet again
Fresh after returning from another spell on the sidelines, Taulupe Faletau has been ruled out for the remainder of the season in a…
Ian Cameron
02 Apr 2026, 12:09
'We’re desperate now... they’re expected to win, everybody has written us off'
Dublin has been a graveyard for so many Scottish teams over the past quarter of a century that it takes a leap of the imagination …
Bryn Palmer
02 Apr 2026, 12:00
Smith ready to retake place in 'exciting' Scotland team
Meryl Smith's wait to get back into a Scotland jersey has been a bit longer than some of her international teammates.
Joe Harvey
02 Apr 2026, 11:53
Sione Fukofuka: 'Pac Four was great, but Six Nations is that next level'
There is a gleam in the eye of Sione Fukofuka at the Guinness Women’s Six Nations launch event. His opening gambit as head coach…
Joe Harvey
02 Apr 2026, 11:16
Major challenge awaits Glasgow as Bulls name team fully loaded with 14 Boks
Bulls head coach Johan Ackermann has made it quite clear that his side are heading to Scotstoun to win by naming a full-strength s…
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2026, 11:05
Dan Sheehan: ‘I don’t feel that rugby swallows me up a whole lot’
The Ireland hooker discusses family, relationships, an early encounter with Jonah Lomu and a ‘taste for winning’ with Leinster…
Pat McCarry
02 Apr 2026, 10:40
'Reflects the kind of season we have had': Mata adds to Bristol woes
Bristol Bears No.8 Bill Mata will miss the remainder of the season after suffering an ACL injury in the Gallagher PREM defeat to L…
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2026, 9:48
England U21 name squad for 'important' clash with Las Leonas
England U21 Women head coach LJ Lewis has named her squad that will take on Spain's senior national team this weekend in an uncapp…
Joe Harvey
02 Apr 2026, 9:46
'Not at full strength' Bristol brace for giants they 'have never played'
Pat Lam admits that the odds are stacked against his injury-hit Bristol Bears squad going to runaway Top 14 leaders Toulouse in th…
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2026, 9:39
Sharks make big Etzebeth call as they face familar foes in Europe
Eben Etzebeth will return straight to the starting XV as the Hollywoodbets Sharks turn their attention back to Europe for Friday n…
Ian Cameron
02 Apr 2026, 9:28
James O'Connor reflects on Leicester role after Billy Searle rise
James O'Connor was the most high-profile name to arrive at Leicester Tigers last summer, joining to fill the void left by Handre P…
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2026, 9:06
Rob Baxter era at Exeter Chiefs to continue into future
Rob Baxter admits that it’s still a “privilege” to be Exeter Chiefs after committing to signing a multi-year deal to stay on…
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2026, 8:56
'Authentic' Jones sets Six Nations goal as stand-in England skipper
Meg Jones admits that she did not bat an eye when Red Roses head coach John Mitchell asked the 29-year-old to captain England in 2…
Joe Harvey
02 Apr 2026, 7:49
Five members of England's Six Nations squad out for Saints' Euro tie
Anthony Belleau will start at fly-half for Northampton Saints on Friday when they host Castres in the round of 16 in the Investec …
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2026, 7:35
What Jason Gilmore admits to telling Quins stars ahead of Champions Cup KO
Jason Gilmore admits that this week, he allowed his Harlequins players to dream of what glory in the Champions Cup could look like…
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2026, 7:32
Cornish Pirates coach Alan Paver banned for 'assaulting a player on the field of play'
Cornish Pirates joint-head coach Alan Paver has received a six-match ban from any matchday activity after being charged for delibe…
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2026, 6:20
George Ford and Marcus Smith England rivalry gets Euro subplot
George Ford insists knockout rugby brings a very different edge as he prepares to come up against England rival Marcus Smith when …
Ian Cameron
02 Apr 2026, 6:01
'Henry's not stupid. He knows that': The Pollock caveat from Saints camp
Henry Pollock has been backed by his Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson to move to another level after signing a commercial deal …
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2026, 5:13
Long-standing All Blacks team-mate takes aim at Ardie Savea
They might have resurrected their season over the last five weeks, but just how good are Toyota Verblitz?
Matt McILraith
02 Apr 2026, 4:21
How big-spending Bath and Saracens swapped places as England's dominant force
Under Johann van Graan, Bath have become England's biggest and deepest squad, mimicking their Champions Cup opponents of yesteryea…
Nick Bishop
02 Apr 2026, 4:19
Emma Wassell 'Warrior' documentary to be released ahead of Six Nations
Scotland Rugby has announced that women's international Emma Wassell will be releasing a documentary charting her remarkable journ…
Lucy Lomax
02 Apr 2026, 4:19
The Stephen Jones order for Newcastle Red Bulls regarding Christian Wade
Stephen Jones has ordered his Newcastle Red Bulls side to get the ball wide to former England flyer Christian Wade if they want to…
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2026, 4:19
François Ratier: 'I’m very excited and very proud'
Christmas may be over half a year away, but judging by France’s new head coach François Ratier you would be forgiven for thinki…
Jeremy Inson
02 Apr 2026, 4:13
'We both agreed on this': The Christ Tshiunza contract length explained
Wales international Christ Tshiunza visited the Sale Sharks training base at Carrington yesterday to put the touches to his summer…
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2026, 3:57
Charlie Ewels survives amputation scare to put best foot forward
The infection in his ankle, that ruled him out for seven weeks from December through to January, got so bad that he feared he migh…
Jon Newcombe
02 Apr 2026, 0:45
Key contests: Six pool matches to watch at the Hong Kong Sevens
The HSBC SVNS World Championship Series gets underway in Hong Kong this month, with 12 teams, three pools and all to play for.
Nick Wasiliev
02 Apr 2026, 0:30
Brumbies dealt injury blow with rookie Kye Oates to miss rest of season
The ACT Brumbies will be without Super Rugby Pacific rookie Kye Oates for the remainder of the season.
Finn Morton
02 Apr 2026, 0:01
New report details source of Ardie Savea's All Blacks frustrations
A new report this week has investigated how talks between Ardie Savea and New Zealand Rugby (NZR) regarding Savea's contract playe…
Ned Lester
01 Apr 2026, 23:49
Mike Blair: 'I regret my time with the British and Irish Lions'
The new All Blacks attack coach is a man with 85 Test caps for a rival nation and a sense of regret over his time with the British…
Ned Lester
01 Apr 2026, 23:28
Wallabies great: Waratahs win ‘a springboard’ before Chiefs clash
Wallabies great Matt Burke has described the NSW Waratahs’ nail-biting 30-28 win over the ACT Brumbies in Canberra as “a sprin…
Finn Morton
01 Apr 2026, 22:07
Ollie Sapsford: Brumbies lock in ‘incredibly valuable’ back on new deal
New Zealand-born Australia A representative Ollie Sapsford has re-signed with the ACT Brumbies for two years, with an option for a…
Finn Morton
01 Apr 2026, 18:32
Why ‘natural athlete’ Zac Lomax is ready for Super Rugby debut
Western Force coach Simon Cron insists “natural athlete” Zac Lomax is ready for Super Rugby Pacific.
Finn Morton
01 Apr 2026, 17:47
Blues trio signed to historic three-year deals
A trio of rising Blues stars have become the first players to sign three-year contracts with the club, ensuring some key names fro…
Ned Lester
01 Apr 2026, 16:26
'My advice to Henry': Lawrence Dallaglio hands Pollock 'be mindful' warning
Lawrence Dallaglio, one of the first English players to get a high-profile agent, has warned Henry Pollock that not even God could…
Chris Jones
01 Apr 2026, 12:00
Joyce eyeing new Wales role after 'shock' Six Nations call-up
Alisha Joyce has confessed she was "shocked" to receive a Wales call-up from Sean Lynn for the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 11:31
'I wish her the best of luck': Leicester announce midseason departure
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that lock forward Deni Ross has left the club with immediate effect to return to Australia.
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 11:02
Saints' growing list of injured stars has grave ramifications for England
Northampton Saints’ bid for a Gallagher PREM and Investec Champions Cup double has suffered a blow with the news that England ti…
Neil Fissler
01 Apr 2026, 10:40
Fabio Roselli: Addressing slow starts and focussing on ‘Brand Italy’
Fabio Roselli had his first taste of life as a Guinness Women’s Six Nations head coach, and having also experienced his first Wo…
Jeremy Inson
01 Apr 2026, 10:26
Glasgow debutant Fergus Watson crowns landmark week
Glasgow Warriors winger Fergus Watson has signed his first professional contract with the club just days after making his debut. …
Josh Raisey
01 Apr 2026, 10:24
Swann joins Scotland's Six Nations squad as injury cover
Demi Swann has been added to Scotland's Guinness Women's Six Nations squad as an injury replacement for Anne Young. 
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 10:02
Jones plotting to repeat Euro history against old team mate O'Gara
Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Stephen Jones went on two British and Irish Lions tours with La Rochelle boss Ronan O’Gara, but n…
Neil Fissler
01 Apr 2026, 9:52
Hanro Liebenberg opens up on the anguishing decision to leave Leicester
Homeward-bound Hanro Liebenberg admits the outpouring of love from Leicester fans made him question his decision to leave the club…
Jon Newcombe
01 Apr 2026, 9:46
Manusina turn to 18-year veteran as new head coach
Manusina Samoa have appointed legendary playmaker Bella Milo as the team's newest head coach.
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 9:24
'Outstanding' Canada U21 enjoy unbeaten March tour
Canada U21 Women enjoyed an unbeaten March tour which culminated in a dominant victory over England U21 Women.
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 8:54
'The GB 7s programme disbanding really hit me hard': Campbell on recent Scotland call up
A new era for Scotland Women is beginning and returning winger Shona Campbell feels like a “new chapter” is getting underway f…
Gary Heatly
01 Apr 2026, 6:48
‘It's a pressurised job. International rugby has higher scrutiny but club coaching is relentless’
Geoff Parling shoving TV presenter Craig Doyle off the pitch conveyed the pressure and exposure club coaches are under.
Neil Squires
01 Apr 2026, 6:46
Taiyo Seimei Women's Sevens Series: Updates made to 'important' pathway competition
The Japan Rugby Football Union have confirmed the expansion of the Taiyo Seimei Women's Sevens Series after a successful 2025 seas…
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 5:50
Exclusive: England Rugby to award retrospective caps to 47 players
The RFU have decided to award retrospective caps to 47 players who played in selected matches between 1971 and 1993.
Jon Newcombe
01 Apr 2026, 5:37
'Stood out from day one': Quins announce double deal
Harlequins duo Ollie Streeter and Ludo Kolade have both signed new deals with the club.
Josh Raisey
01 Apr 2026, 5:27
Ex-Eagles Sevens coach Friday lands new coaching role
Harrow School have announced that former USA Men's Eagles Sevens coach will be their new Director of Rugby.
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 5:20
Crystal Kaua: 'I think the biggest difference was the crowd'
Brazil credited the support of a home crowd for driving them to HSBC SVNS 2 success in São Paulo.
Joe Harvey
01 Apr 2026, 4:47
Rob Baxter's wish for the run-in as big guns return for Exeter
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has been cleared to play this weekend after another frustrating spell on the sidelines.
Neil Fissler
01 Apr 2026, 2:50
Mick Cleary: 'Only a fool would write Saracens off in the long-term. They merit more respect than that.'
Mark McCall built an empire that is in transition and they are big underdogs against Bath, but don't bet against them causing an u…
Mick Cleary
01 Apr 2026, 2:28
Malelili Satala: The Scottish-Fijian starlet who slept outside a train station to make it
Raised by his grandparents in Fiji, the young Edinburgh wing has charted an extraordinary journey to reach the URC.
Jamie Lyall
01 Apr 2026, 1:49
HSBC SVNS World Championship Series: A beginner’s guide
RugbyPass gives you a beginner’s guide to the HSBC SVNS World Championship Series, breaking down the key things you need to know…
Nick Wasiliev
01 Apr 2026, 1:30
Codie Taylor to bring up 150 as Crusaders farewell Apollo Projects Stadium
A sentimental fixture awaits the Crusaders on Friday night, with the final match at Apollo Projects Stadium doubling as Codie Tayl…
Ned Lester
31 Mar 2026, 23:11
Fiji agree to part ways with Mick Byrne 18 months out from Rugby World Cup
Flying Fijians Head Coach Mick Byrne and the Fiji Rugby Union have mutually agreed to part ways 18 months out from the Rugby World…
Finn Morton
31 Mar 2026, 23:07
Former NRL star Zac Lomax set for Western Force debut against Reds
Former NRL star Zac Lomax is in line to debut for the Western Force this weekend in a crunch Super Rugby Pacific derby against the…
Finn Morton
31 Mar 2026, 22:39
Ex-Australia U20s captain to start as Waratahs brace for ‘big challenge’
Former Australia U20s captain Teddy Wilson is set for his first start of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Finn Morton
31 Mar 2026, 22:26
18-year-old named for first Super Rugby Pacific start as Reds face Force
Fly-half Carter Gordon is one of three Wallabies back in the Queensland Reds starting side for this weekend’s clash with the Wes…
Finn Morton
31 Mar 2026, 22:15
Damian McKenzie back on the sidelines as Chiefs face Waratahs
Damian McKenzie has returned to the sidelines for round 8 of the Super Rugby Pacific season due to a concussion.
Ned Lester
31 Mar 2026, 22:00
‘Leapfrog off that game’: Wallabies duo on Ireland Test before World Cup
Wallabies fullback Tom Wright sees next year’s showdown with Test heavyweights Ireland as an opportunity to “leapfrog” into …
Finn Morton
31 Mar 2026, 21:55
Six returnees in New Zealand U20 squad to return to South Africa
New Zealand U20 have named a 30 man squad to defend their title at the 2026 U20 Rugby Championship in South Africa. 
Ben Smith
31 Mar 2026, 21:31
Debreczeni: ‘Two years ago I was devising a plan of how to stop him'
“It’s quite weird,” Jack Debreczeni admitted when asked about playing alongside NSW Waratahs rookie Sid Harvey.
Finn Morton
31 Mar 2026, 17:46
The '14 seconds' of All Blacks attack inspiring Mike Blair's game plan
New All Blacks attack coach Mike Blair has described how the first 14 seconds of his first Test against the All Blacks became a fo…
Ned Lester
31 Mar 2026, 17:22
The All Blacks need Rennie, but they also need the public
And exactly what we need in order for rugby and the All Blacks to be viewed with the kind of affection that’s currently reserved…
Hamish Bidwell
31 Mar 2026, 16:39
'I can't see any way back': Israel Dagg concerned for stumbling Highlander
Ex-All Black Israel Dagg says he is concerned for Highlanders halfback Folau Fakatava after a starring display on debut from Nic S…
Ned Lester
31 Mar 2026, 15:29
Ex-England prop Mako Vunipola still in disbelief over latest move
The ex-England international becomes Leicester's third signing of the day, after fellow prop Joel Sclavi from La Rochelle and Bris…
Jon Newcombe
31 Mar 2026, 14:15
Harlequins beat rivals to sign South African 'project' player
Harlequins head coach Jason Gilmore admits that they are excited to be bringing Pumas tight-head Sampie Swiegers to the PREM on a …
Neil Fissler
31 Mar 2026, 12:59
Edinburgh's hopes of a Champions Cup upset dented with two Scotland stars out
Edinburgh will have to do without captain Magnus Bradbury and wing Duhan van der Merwe as they try to cause a huge European upset …
Bryn Palmer
31 Mar 2026, 12:42
'He was one of the best young talents in the country': Chiefs make seventh deal
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has backed Sam Harris to regain the form that made him one of the most exciting full-back prospects …
Neil Fissler
31 Mar 2026, 12:01
Rugby World Cup qualifiers head to Americas in July for 2026 Nations Cup
The inaugural Nations Cup will be played in nine towns and cities across North and South America this July. November's fixtures an…
Jon Newcombe
31 Mar 2026, 10:29
Geoff Parling explains reasons behind resting star trio for UBB trip
Leicester have won in Bordeaux before, 16-13 in December 2021, but go back there as huge 14/1 underdogs.
Jon Newcombe
31 Mar 2026, 10:26
Joel Sclavi's next destination is confirmed after talks with several PREM clubs
Argentina tighthead prop Joel Sclavi has signed for Leicester Tigers ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
31 Mar 2026, 9:59
Pablo Feijoo: 'I'm proud of the guys who fought hard right to the end'
German Men's Sevens head coach Pablo Feijoo has expressed fitness concerns for his team ahead of the HSBC SVNS World Championship.
Joe Harvey
31 Mar 2026, 9:52
Pools confirmed for World Championship opener in Hong Kong
All 24 teams for the HSBC SVNS World Championship have now been confirmed. It took 10 events across HSBC SVNS Series, SVNS 2 and S…
Joe Harvey
31 Mar 2026, 8:58
PWR reveals expansion plans with teams across UK and Ireland invited to express interest
The PWR has today revealed how it plans to expand and grow in the future by inviting expressions of interest from women's programm…
Lucy Lomax
31 Mar 2026, 8:00
Leinster reveal brutal extent of Springbok RG Snyman's injury
Leinster have confirmed that South Africa lock RG Snyman will miss the remainder of the season after rupturing his ACL on his righ…
Josh Raisey
31 Mar 2026, 7:59
Glasgow sign van der Merwe as Smith lifts lid on long-term pursuit
Glasgow Warriors have signed back-row Ruwald van der Merwe from South Africa's Pumas ahead of the next season.
Josh Raisey
31 Mar 2026, 6:43
Player of the Month nominee Will Wand has the magic touch
The signing from Coventry is enjoying a real breakthrough season at Leicester Tigers.
Jon Newcombe
31 Mar 2026, 6:41
Manae Feleu: 'It's very funny, because every year, everyone tells us about England'
France have a new head coach in ex-Canada boss François Ratier, who had no hesitation in keeping the 26-year-old as his captain
Jeremy Inson
31 Mar 2026, 6:35
Grand Slam winner's son signs first pro deal with O'Gara's La Rochelle
Sacha Élissalde, son of former Toulouse and France scrum-half Jean-Baptiste, has signed his first pro deal with Ronan O'Gara's La…
Josh Raisey
31 Mar 2026, 6:09
Rob Baxter confident on Tom Hooper deal now major roadblock is gone
Exeter Chiefs are set to open talks with Wallaby back-row Tom Hooper about extending his contract, even though he is only a little…
Neil Fissler
31 Mar 2026, 5:04
Cecil Afrika: 'SVNS 2 was great and so competitive'
A fifth place finish in São Paulo was not what the Springbok Women's Sevens wanted. But their task of HSBC SVNS World Championshi…
Joe Harvey
31 Mar 2026, 4:50
Report reveals Saracens are PREM Rugby's 'homegrown heroes'
£95.2 million has been invested into PREM Rugby's academy system over the eight-year period between 2016 and 2024.
Jon Newcombe
31 Mar 2026, 4:41
Zac Lomax: ‘He's an elite league player but it's a huge challenge with a short runway in union'
How will Australia's latest big-name cross-code convert adapt to rugby union?
Brett McKay
31 Mar 2026, 4:24
'I'm really proud of everyone': Test pleased with Eagles' SVNS 2 efforts
Zack Test could not hide his pride for the USA Men's Eagles Sevens after they qualified for the HSBC SVNS World Championship as to…
Joe Harvey
31 Mar 2026, 4:09
Skelton replacement one of two South Africans targeted by La Rochelle
La Rochelle are plotting a double move for South Africans to strengthen their squad ahead of next season after suffering a major i…
Neil Fissler
31 Mar 2026, 1:41
Faessler on Lomax: ‘I’m sure he’s no stranger to a hostile Suncorp crowd’
Queensland Reds rake Matt Faeslseer has acknowledged “it’ll be interesting” to see how Zac Lomax fares in Super Rugby Pacifi…
Finn Morton
31 Mar 2026, 0:38
Western Force lose barnstorming No.8 Vaiolini Ekuasi to Top 14
Top 14 outfit US Montauban have announced the signing of rising Western Force star Vaiolini Ekuasi ahead of next season.
Ned Lester
30 Mar 2026, 23:58
'He's been magic': Hurricanes assistant identifies keys to strong start
Mackintosh feels like the whole group, including the coaches, are in a "pretty good spot".
Henry Lee
30 Mar 2026, 23:24
Western Force re-sign former Australia U20s lock Lopeti Faifua
Former Australia U20s lock Lopeti Faifua will remain out west for another two Super Rugby Pacific seasons.
Finn Morton
30 Mar 2026, 21:20
Five 'Moneyball' players who could be All Blacks bolters under Rennie
When Dave Rennie was announced as the next All Blacks head coach, former Chiefs prop Ben Afeaki compared his coaching style at the…
Ned Lester
30 Mar 2026, 20:04
Watch: Brodie Retallick powers over to continue remarkable try-scoring run
All Blacks great Brodie Retallick continues to lead the way as the top try-scorer in Japan Rugby League One this season.
Finn Morton
30 Mar 2026, 18:15
Read and Havili pen heartfelt letter to Crusaders fans as new stadium opens
A significant chapter in the Crusaders' history is coming to a close, with the new One New Zealand Stadium, Te Kaha, now open and …
Ned Lester
30 Mar 2026, 17:52
Wallabies to host Ireland in Canberra 13 days before Rugby World Cup
The Wallabies will return to the Australian Capital Territory for the first time in 10 years when they host Ireland at Canberra’…
Finn Morton
30 Mar 2026, 17:33
Riki Flutey: 'I'm looking forward to helping the Black Ferns grow'
In 2016, Riki Flutey was watching Portia Woodman-Wickliffe run amok for the Black Ferns Sevens at the Rio Olympics when his intrig…
Adam Julian
30 Mar 2026, 17:30
Wallabies No.10 joins POTY co-lead while ROTY leader pulls away
Tupaea also tops the charts after securing another four points, but it was his captain, Luke Jacobson, who secured eight points fr…
Henry Lee
30 Mar 2026, 16:24
Eagles confirm 32-player squad for home Pacific Four Series
New USA Women's Eagles head coach Jack Hanratty has named his 32-player squad for the 2026 Pacific Four Series.
Joe Harvey
30 Mar 2026, 16:13
All Blacks lock inks new long-term deal with NZR and Chiefs
“It’s a big few years coming up with the All Blacks, we have the South African tour, the World Cup and the Lions as well," Lor…
Henry Lee
30 Mar 2026, 15:55
NZR lock down services of Braxton Sorensen-McGee with bespoke contract
She lit up the Rugby World Cup and now New Zealand Rugby has moved to lock in the services of Braxton Sorensen-McGee.
Rikki Swannell
30 Mar 2026, 15:30
Gallagher replaced in Scotland's Six Nations squad
Scotland back-row Evie Gallagher has been replaced in Sione Fukofuka's Guinness Women's Six Nations squad by Gemma Bell.
Joe Harvey
30 Mar 2026, 12:37
PWR Round 16 talking points: Sale dealt capital lesson by Saracens
Premiership Women's Rugby offered us plenty to mull over as the competition enters a spell of Spring hibernation.
Joe Harvey
30 Mar 2026, 11:51
Eben Etzebeth free to play after ban in major twist to season
South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has completed his 12-week ban for gouging, and will be available for the Sharks' Challenge Cup tie…
Josh Raisey
30 Mar 2026, 11:16
Red Roses' Heard ruled out of Six Nations
Women's Rugby World Cup winner Tatyana Heard has been ruled out of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations with a foot injury.
Joe Harvey
30 Mar 2026, 10:29
Munster announce plans to return to Cork next season
Munster have announced that they plan to host one Investec Champions Cup pool fixture at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh next season,…
Jon Newcombe
30 Mar 2026, 9:46
Six Nations: Bemand on goal of Ireland becoming top two side in the world
Ireland finished third in the 2025 Six Nations and then lost a narrow World Cup quarter-final to France in Exeter. With that progr…
Jeremy Inson
30 Mar 2026, 8:44
Women's Super League 1: Daisies and Boland lock in Final spots
In the seventh and final round of Pick n Pay Women's Super League 1 action the Bulls Daisies and Boland Dames secured places in th…
Joe Harvey
30 Mar 2026, 8:01
Ireland line up Massimo De Lutiis for shock allegiance switch - report
Ireland are weighing up a move for Irish-qualified Queensland Reds tighthead Massimo De Lutiis, with a report in Australia claimin…
Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2026, 7:25
Steve Borthwick loses long-time backroom ally to Springboks
The Springboks have hired former England, Scarlets and Ospreys staff member Joe Lewis as their performance analyst.
Jon Newcombe
30 Mar 2026, 7:00
Barrett's Irish adventure is propelling the Hurricanes to new heights
The All Blacks great has imparted the wisdom he learned from Jacques Nienaber and the Leinster superclub, and the Canes are reapin…
Nick Bishop
30 Mar 2026, 6:52
'Copped a spray': How a brutal honest session has flicked Waratahs' switch
Believing they have set a new standard, the NSW Waratahs are promising not to budge from the form that reignited the side's Super …
AAP
30 Mar 2026, 6:48
Women's Rugby Europe Championship talking points: Netherlands and Spain make opening statements
It was a weekend for the title contenders as the Spain and Netherlands beat Belgium and Portugal in the opening round of the 2026 …
Francisco Isaac
30 Mar 2026, 6:19
Springbok-heavy Bulls squad head north vowing to 'give it best shot'
Bulls boss Johan Ackermann is not holding anything back for this weekend's Champions Cup Round of 16 tie away to URC leaders Glasg…
Jon Newcombe
30 Mar 2026, 5:51
Faletau, Radwan and Baird among over 20 internationals registered to EPCR
The return of Wales No.8 Taulupe Faletau is one of a number of eye-cathcing EPCR registrations ahead of the knockout stages of Eur…
Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2026, 5:46
Wild scenes in England's Champ see coach dismissed for attacking player
A Cornish Pirates coach was red-carded on Saturday following an alleged "slap" on a Worcester Warriors' Jake Garside in England's …
Josh Raisey
30 Mar 2026, 4:25
Brazil win on home soil to secure World Championship status
HSBC SVNS World Championship places were on the line all way until the 90th and final match of the 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 season.
Joe Harvey
30 Mar 2026, 3:46
Former All Black names his preferred No.10 option for France Test
Experienced first-fives Damian McKenzie and Beauden Barrett are also options, but one former All Black has discussed why he believ…
Henry Lee
29 Mar 2026, 22:19
The form All Blacks forward pack after seven rounds of Super Rugby Pacific
What does the form All Blacks forward pack look like? It is very different from the 2025 side when taking into account only Super …
Ben Smith
29 Mar 2026, 20:05
Ex-All Blacks question the one strategic hole left by Razor
Marshall explained on the Sky Sport show The Breakdown, that Blair must adapt the thinking of the All Blacks squad when it come…
Henry Lee
29 Mar 2026, 19:43
Justin Marshall's surprise back row selection for the All Blacks
Former All Black halfback Justin Marshall has picked his hypothetical starting XV for the All Blacks based on current Super Rugby …
Ben Smith
29 Mar 2026, 19:10
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Waratahs’ secret weapon, Force duo needed ASAP
The Hurricanes' mettle will be firmly tested in the weeks to come.
John Ferguson
29 Mar 2026, 16:50
Tamaiti Williams ruled out of Super Rugby season with back infection
The All Blacks prop has been diagnosed with discitis – an infection in one of the discs in his spine. 
Henry Lee
29 Mar 2026, 15:30
Bath rookie Kepu Tuipulotu lauded after freakish moment against Sale
Bath boss Johann van Graan paid tribute to his side’s squad depth after the reigning champions beat Sale 31-26 in the Gallagher …
PA
29 Mar 2026, 12:49
Leicester Tigers statement: Geoff Parling 'incident'
Leicester Tigers have issued a statement in athe aftermath of the Geoff Parling incident with Craig Doyle at the Slater Cup on Sat…
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2026, 12:24
Bath surge sees off Sale Sharks to keep pressure on PREM leaders Saints
Reigning champions Bath showed their class to beat Sale 31-26 with a bonus-point victory in an entertaining Gallagher Prem encount…
PA
29 Mar 2026, 11:44
Bath player ratings vs Sale Sharks | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM
Bath player ratings: Johann van Graan's men's poor discipline and errors saw this turn into quite the scrap but bench firepower ma…
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2026, 11:24
Evan Roos in three-way shootout for URC top-tryscorer
DHL Stormers marched on towards the United Rugby Championship play-offs with six tries in their 33-14 victory over Edinburgh in Ca…
PA
29 Mar 2026, 10:07
The behind closed doors message for URC top-dogs Glasgow Warriors
Glasgow Warriors remain top of the pile in the BKT URC after a weekend that saw a series of crucial clashes between play-off rival…
Simon Thomas
29 Mar 2026, 9:35
The Brodie Retallick situation in Japan is getting out of hand
Brodie Retallick’s try-scoring exploits continued on a dramatic weekend in Japan Rugby League One, which saw the All Black secon…
Matt McILraith
29 Mar 2026, 7:34
Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle season in tatters after catastrophic triple whammy
La Rochelle’s season suffered a major blow on Saturday as three key players were injured during the 26-15 defeat to Bayonne, lea…
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2026, 6:52
Rugby journalist assaulted in France: LNR and club issue statement
There were ugly scenes at what had been a great contest between Stade Aurillacois and Biarritz Olympique on Saturday, as fans of t…
Francisco Isaac
29 Mar 2026, 6:22
'Gutted' Mark McCall reacts as Saracens PREM season takes massive knock
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall believes the fight shown in his team’s 21-17 defeat by Northampton can act as a springboa…
PA
29 Mar 2026, 5:38

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