Zebre remain unbeaten in URC after pipping Lions in Parma thriller
A converted try from Matteo Nocera handed Zebre a nail-biting 22-20 win over Lions in the dying seconds of a URC thriller in Parma…
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05 Oct 2025, 9:59
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Northampton spoil Gloucester party despite nearly squandering lead again
Northampton survived a remarkable second half Gloucester fightback to win an epic Gallagher Prem clash 37-35 at Kingsholm.
PA
05 Oct 2025, 9:52
Quade Cooper apologises to Wallabies rookie over X comments
Former Wallaby fly-half Quade Cooper has apologised to Tane Edmed after a social media backlash over comments he made following Au…
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2025, 9:17
Springboks in 'good position' ahead of Rugby World Cup draw
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks are in “a good position” ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw, which i…
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2025, 5:58
Waratahs win inaugural Super Rugby AUS
The NSW Waratahs are the inaugural champions of Super Rugby AUS after edging the Western Force 33-26 in a gripping Grand Final at …
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2025, 2:47
Joe Schmidt sends clear message to run down Wallabies
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has ordered his players to "regenerate" physically and mentally ahead of a crucial Spring tour that wi…
AAP
05 Oct 2025, 2:24
URC: Glasgow fall in Italy, Munster squeeze by Cardiff
Rhyno Smith landed a last-gasp drop goal as Benetton snatched a 16-14 victory over Glasgow in the United Rugby Championship.
PA
05 Oct 2025, 2:10
Geoff Parling says removing 4 Leicester players was 'pivotal'
Leicester head coach Geoff Parling believed his side always had the quality to get back into the game after seeing them complete a…
PA
05 Oct 2025, 0:19
Rob Baxter believes things have changed at Exeter Chiefs
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter admitted it was nice to look at the early Prem table after their 38-15 win over Newcastle and …
PA
05 Oct 2025, 0:07
'Would've let teams back in': Robertson pleased with All Blacks' second half progress
The All Blacks completed their 11th straight win over the Wallabies at Optus Stadium in Perth with a 28-14 victory, beating the pr…
Ben Smith
04 Oct 2025, 20:14
'Bleed gold': James Slipper reflects on his final Wallabies Test match
A week later, he announced his retirement from international rugby after a 15-year career in the green and gold jersey. But Joe Sc…
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2025, 20:09
Scott Robertson reflects on 'gritty' victory against Wallabies
Scott Robertson, who spent a lot of the week talking about searching for the consistency of back-to-back wins, explained to report…
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2025, 18:38
'Few scars': All Blacks captain reflects on disappointing Rugby Championship
All Blacks captain Scott Barrett, who missed last week's Test at Eden Park, says that his side were happy to finish the Rugby Cham…
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2025, 16:20
Injured All Blacks lock announces update after training niggle
The All Blacks and Scott Robertson had named lock Tupou Vaa'i alongside Scott Barrett this weekend, but Vaa'i was ruled out of the…
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2025, 14:59
Scott Robertson full of praise for 'powerful' wingers
It was Fainga?anuku's first Test match for the All Blacks since 2023, and the former Crusader didn't at all look out of place, giv…
Henry Lee
04 Oct 2025, 14:30
Louis Rees-Zammit added to injury list as Bristol turn to transfer market
Bristol boss Pat Lam has revealed the Bears are being forced to recruit additional players to deal with an injury crisis that has …
PA
04 Oct 2025, 12:55
Owen Farrell makes Saracens home return but another England star shines
Owen Farrell made a triumphant return to StoneX Stadium but it was the rampaging Tom Willis who starred in Saracens’ 50-17 Galla…
PA
04 Oct 2025, 12:06
Clermont thrash Top 14 newbies to break points record in France
ASM Clermont’s 84–31 thrashing of US Montauban set a new Top 14 benchmark for total points in a single match, the 115-point sh…
Francisco Isaac
04 Oct 2025, 11:59
Late Bulls' charge downs much improved Leinster
Leinster came up short in a thrilling 39-31 loss to Bulls that made it two defeats out of two in the United Rugby Championship, bu…
PA
04 Oct 2025, 11:48
Leinster player ratings vs Bulls | 2025/26 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leinster were a very different beast to the outfit that rolled over against the Stormers last week.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
04 Oct 2025, 11:36
Leicester stage stunning fightback to claim home win over Harlequins
A flurry of second-half tries saw Leicester stage a remarkable fightback to open their home campaign with a 29-19 victory over Har…
PA
04 Oct 2025, 9:45
Rassie Erasmus agrees with rugby world that 'lucky' Bok got away with one
Rassie Erasmus has labelled his centre Canan Moodie "lucky" following his knock-on in the first half of South Africa's 29-27 victo…
Josh Raisey
04 Oct 2025, 9:42
England star's hat-trick sees Exeter hand Red Bulls second defeat
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso scored a hat-trick of tries as Exeter got their home campaign off to a fine start with a 38-15…
PA
04 Oct 2025, 9:33
Springboks battle past Los Pumas to clinch Rugby Championship
South Africa retained the Rugby Championship for the second year running after a tense 29–27 win over Argentina at the Allianz S…
Ian Cameron
04 Oct 2025, 8:50
Argentina player ratings vs South Africa | 2025 Rugby Championship
Argentina player ratings: A much-improved performance from a week ago saw Los Pumas push the Springboks in the first half...
Opinion
Frankie Deges
04 Oct 2025, 8:29
Three hot takes from South Africa's Rugby Championship win
Seven weeks ago it all looked a shambles. The Springboks, having raced to a 22-0 lead against Australia at Ellis Park, had implode…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
04 Oct 2025, 8:21
Harry Wilson sees ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ after All Blacks defeat
The Wallabies’ quest for a drought-breaking win over the All Blacks continues, as they fell to a record 11th consecutive defeat …
Finn Morton
04 Oct 2025, 8:12
Springboks player ratings vs Argentina | Rugby Championship round six
South Africa player ratings: South Africa were crowned Rugby Championship winners on Saturday at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium, d…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
04 Oct 2025, 7:57
'Their system is non-existent': Quade Cooper blasts Wallabies coaching
Quade Cooper has questioned the Wallabies’ lack of attacking structure after their 28–14 loss to the All Blacks in Perth, desc…
Ian Cameron
04 Oct 2025, 7:29
All Blacks best the Wallabies in rain-soaked Perth encounter
The Wallabies have battled hard but couldn't get the job done in James Slipper's Test farewell as the All Blacks set a new record …
AAP
04 Oct 2025, 5:58
Wallabies player ratings vs New Zealand | The Rugby Championship
The All Blacks have secured a two-nil series sweep against the Wallabies, winning 28-14 in rainy conditions at Perth’s Optus Sta…
Opinion
Finn Morton
04 Oct 2025, 5:11
All Blacks player ratings vs Australia | The Rugby Championship
The All Blacks overcame a slow start that run out 28-14 winners in Perth to sweep the Bledisloe series 2-0 and give themselves a c…
Opinion
Ben Smith
04 Oct 2025, 5:09
'A witch hunt... ridiculous' - France superstar Antoine Dupont speaks out
France captain Antoine Dupont has taken aim at French rugby’s financial watchdogs, branding the Top 14 salary cap rules “too i…
Ian Cameron
04 Oct 2025, 3:31
England star Fin Smith agrees huge deal with Northampton
Northampton Saints have announced that England and Lions fly-half Fin Smith has signed a new multi-year contract to remain at Fran…
Neil Fissler
04 Oct 2025, 3:06
Martin Gleeson clears major hurdle in return to rugby union
Martin Gleeson has removed a major obstacle in his way to a return to PREM Rugby with current champions Bath after announcing his …
Neil Fissler
04 Oct 2025, 2:51
Johann van Graan upbeat despite brutal triple whammy of Bath injuries
Bath head of rugby Johann van Graan was hugely satisfied with a 28-16 victory over Sale.
PA
04 Oct 2025, 2:07
Waikato outlast Canterbury to become back-to-back FPC champions
The 2025 Farah Palmer Cup final saw Waikato host Canterbury in a rematch of the 2024 decider, and just like last year's contest, t…
Ned Lester
03 Oct 2025, 20:16
Maori All Black Reed Prinsep: 'I’d rather finish a year early than a year late'
Western Force loose forward Reed Prinsep will swap his playing boots for study books following the Super Rugby Aus final on Sunday…
Ned Lester
03 Oct 2025, 18:23
Bath battle wild conditions and triple injury blow to beat Sale
.Bath were made to work, and it was not until Max Ojomoh’s try two minutes from time that they put the game to bed as they recor…
PA
03 Oct 2025, 14:56
Stormers go two from two as Ospreys squander lead yet again
Ospreys let slip a half-time lead for the second week running in South Africa as the Stormers hit back to seal a 26-10 victory in …
PA
03 Oct 2025, 12:31
Major doubt cast on Rory Darge's Scotland November Tests
Glasgow flanker Rory Darge faces a race to return in time for Scotland’s key autumn Test against New Zealand next month after be…
Bryn Palmer
03 Oct 2025, 10:11
Fissler Confidential: England's Tom Willis faces career defining decision
Saracens are facing a battle to keep hold of England No. 8 Tom Willis, who could join older brother Jack in France when his contra…
Neil Fissler
03 Oct 2025, 8:12
Springboks remain coy over RC record on the line in London
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi played down talk of history as their side prepare to face Argent…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 8:00
Question mark over Craig Casey in Munster injury update
The Ireland scrum-half misses Saturday evening's clash with Cardiff after suffering a thigh injury.
Jon Newcombe
03 Oct 2025, 7:06
The IRPA issue statement in response to new player load guidelines
The International Rugby Players Association (IRPA) has strongly welcomed the formal approval of new guidelines aimed at protecting…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 6:35
Glasgow Warriors welcome back 2 of their biggest names for Benetton
Glasgow Warriors welcome back two of their biggest names for Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship clash with Benetton in Tre…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 5:47
Pat Lam forced to ring changes after Bristol Bears injury carnage
Pam Lam has been forced to ring the changes as Bristol Bears chase a historic win over Saracens, having lost their previous six vi…
Neil Fissler
03 Oct 2025, 4:38
Lions rookie drafted as part of 7 Leinster changes for Bulls
Leinster have responded to last weekend's horror show against the DHL Stormers by ringing the changes for this weekend's match wit…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 4:22
145kg man-mountain starts for Northampton at Gloucester
Saints have added some serious ballast to their forward pack in a starting line-up that shows five changes in total.
Jon Newcombe
03 Oct 2025, 4:20
All Blacks forced into late change after training ground injury
The All Blacks have been forced into a late reshuffle ahead of Saturday’s Bledisloe Cup clash in Perth, with lock Tupou Vaa’i …
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 4:06
Geoff Parling's Leicester Tigers re-call Lions star as Puma gets first start
Ollie Chessum will make his first Leicester Tigers appearance since the British & Irish Lions’ victorious tour of Australia …
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 4:00
'When I told my kids I was retiring, three of the four cried': Billy Twelvetrees
It wasn't until he'd had a heartfelt conversation with his good mate Ed Slater that Billy Twelvetrees said yes to a playing comeba…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
03 Oct 2025, 3:42
Rob Baxter's worst fears confirmed over Tshiunza injury
The opening round of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM season has claimed another casualty, with Exeter and Wales lock Chris Tshiunza rul…
Jon Newcombe
03 Oct 2025, 3:26
Edinburgh Rugby statement: 'This decision has not been taken lightly'
Edinburgh’s United Rugby Championship clash with Ulster has been postponed after Storm Amy forced organisers to abandon plans fo…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 2:51
'I definitely idolised him': The Lions' legend fine-tuning Cam Winnett
BKT URC Ironman Cam Winnett says working with his idol Leigh Halfpenny is proving a huge benefit to his game.
Interview
Simon Thomas
03 Oct 2025, 2:41
Welsh rugby axe swing ‘not off the table yet by any means’
Proposals to reduce the number of regions in Wales from four to two remain under consideration, according to the Welsh Rugby Union…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2025, 2:05
‘All got his back’: Wilson confident Edmed can steer Wallabies at 10
Harry Wilson insists the Wallabies have full faith in Tane Edmed ahead of this weekend’s clash with the All Blacks at Perth's Op…
Finn Morton
03 Oct 2025, 1:10
World Rankings No.1 riding on Rugby Championship finale
For the third time during The Rugby Championship, there could be a change at the top of the World Rugby Men's Rankings.
Jon Newcombe
03 Oct 2025, 0:49
Wallabies prepare to farewell retiring ‘older brother’ James Slipper
Harry Wilson knows James Slipper will “empty the tank one final time” in the gold jersey, with the record-breaking Wallaby ret…
Finn Morton
02 Oct 2025, 23:05
‘We’ve been improving’: Wallabies out to end All Blacks losing streak
Wallabies captain Harry Wilson has emphasised just how much the team have improved as they look to snap a 10-game losing streak ag…
Finn Morton
02 Oct 2025, 22:23
The All Blacks verdict on return of Wallabies 'enforcers'
Will Skelton and Rob Valetini are back in Wallabies gold for this weekend's Rugby Championship finale against the All Blacks, offe…
Ned Lester
02 Oct 2025, 20:08
All Blacks selectors explain bulked-up Leicester Fainga'anuku selection
Leicester Fainga'anuku will return to the Test arena this weekend when the Wallabies host the All Blacks in Perth, 720 days after …
Ned Lester
02 Oct 2025, 18:26
Ben Murphy – Connacht’s ‘quiet guy’ making some noise in race to succeed Ireland icons
With Conor Murray retired and Jamison Gibson-Park 35 by RWC27, Ben Murphy is eager to put himself at the front of the No.9 queue.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
02 Oct 2025, 9:24
Eddie Jones names 124kg former Australia U20 lock in new Japan squad
Former Australia U20 lock Harry Hockings is one of eight uncapped players named in Eddie Jones' Japan squad for their training cam…
Josh Raisey
02 Oct 2025, 9:06
Jake White: The Springboks secret sauce that goes unspoken
. The narrative was that the Springboks were gifted yet green. Credit, of course, must go to the players for that eye-catching 43-…
Opinion
Jake White
02 Oct 2025, 7:08
'That's nine months': Bristol learn devastating extent of injuries
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam has provided a bleak update on three key players, AJ MacGinty, Harry Randall, and Gabriel Ibitoye, who …
Neil Fissler
02 Oct 2025, 7:07
Exeter lose Josh Hodge to ban after red card
Exeter Chiefs full-back Josh Hodge has been handed a three-week ban following his red card against Northampton Saints at Franklin'…
Josh Raisey
02 Oct 2025, 6:36
'Big future': Sale reveal huge body transformation for 6 foot 9 league convert Bamber
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson believes towering lock Ben Bamber, who put on 8kg after pre-season and shaved 50 seconds off his f…
Chris Jones
02 Oct 2025, 5:45
'Adapting to referees is giving Wallabies growing pains'
Joe Schmidt's team were unable to change Andrea Piardi's perception at the breakdown, just as Canada toiled to paint good scrum pi…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
02 Oct 2025, 5:08
'World-class' Graham one of three Lions tourists back for Edinburgh
Edinburgh welcome back three British and Irish Lions to their starting side for Friday’s URC fixture against Ulster with Darcy G…
Bryn Palmer
02 Oct 2025, 5:02
Edinburgh forced to reschedule upcoming URC meeting with Ulster
Edinburgh have changed the start time of their fixture with Ulster in the United Rugby Championship on Friday to 19:00 due to Stor…
Josh Raisey
02 Oct 2025, 4:07
England A add clash with 2027 World Cup outfit to November schedule
England A will take on Spain at the Estadio José Zorrilla in Valladolid on November 15 as one of three matches played by Los Leon…
Josh Raisey
02 Oct 2025, 3:31
Sharks name 6 Boks in team for Dragons slaying mission
The Sharks have named six Springboks in their matchday squad to face the Dragons in Friday night’s Vodacom United Rugby Champion…
Ian Cameron
02 Oct 2025, 3:27
‘He’s a big influence’: Wallabies enforcer Skelton to face All Blacks
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has explained how much of an “influence” and “aura” Will Skelton has within the squad.
Finn Morton
02 Oct 2025, 3:10
Joe Schmidt weighs in on R360 and its chances
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has likened the proposed rebel rugby competition R360 to cricket's IPL, but he has his doubts about wh…
AAP
02 Oct 2025, 2:43
'It’s been surreal going from being a fan of his to working with him'
But it’s something Dan Edwards takes huge pride in, and he’s determined not to let that legacy down.
Interview
Simon Thomas
02 Oct 2025, 2:28
Wounded Pumas make wholesale changes for Springboks rematch
Felipe Contepomi has made seven personnel changes to his Argentina starting XV to take on South Africa at Twickenham's Allianz Sta…
Josh Raisey
02 Oct 2025, 2:19
'Unprecedented excellence': How have Argentina's Pumas found their claws?
The Pumas are racking up wins against the game's elite like never before, while their age-grade and sevens sides are pulling up tr…
LONG READ
Francisco Isaac
02 Oct 2025, 1:31
Schmidt on All Blacks: ‘Not something that’s going to be a distraction’
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt expects the All Blacks to “be bristling with physicality” in Saturday’s second Bledisloe Cup Tes…
Finn Morton
02 Oct 2025, 0:21
'He's ready': Peter Lakai set for first All Blacks start of career amid forward injuries
Hurricanes loose forward Peter Lakai has been named for his first Test start, and as a No.8 for the All Blacks for the second Bled…
Ben Smith
01 Oct 2025, 23:18
Scott Robertson confident in Quinn Tupaea's midfield shift to cover Suaalii
Chiefs midfielder Quinn Tupaea will run out in the No.13 jersey for the first time for the All Blacks this weekend in Perth at Opt…
Ben Smith
01 Oct 2025, 22:51
Skelton and Edmed start as Wallabies name side for All Blacks
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has made another change at fly-half, with Brumbies-bound No.10 Tane Edmed picked in the starting side.
Finn Morton
01 Oct 2025, 22:35
All Blacks make seven changes to starting XV for final round of TRC
The final round of The Rugby Championship is here, and the All Blacks have made some intriguing changes to their matchday 23 with …
Ned Lester
01 Oct 2025, 21:30
Ex-All Black tackles the viral Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu comparison
A 37-point masterclass from young Springboks superstar Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has got the rugby world talking, and a certain co…
Ned Lester
01 Oct 2025, 16:50
Are the All Blacks still struggling to replace the legendary wings of yesteryear?
The All Blacks are revered for producing some of the greatest wide players to grace the game but are they now lagging behind?
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
01 Oct 2025, 12:45
'I couldn’t let him away with that': Hastings on 'nepo baby' Lancaster
Adam Hastings has welcomed the arrival of fellow ‘nepo baby’ Dan Lancaster to Glasgow – despite a fresh challenge to his hop…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
01 Oct 2025, 10:00
‘PREM has a fabulous chance to tap into upbeat mood music from Red Roses’ triumph’
England's women won hearts and minds from day one and the men need to be similarly expressive on and off the field.
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
01 Oct 2025, 9:31
'Bonkers decision': Social media reacts to Steve Diamond dismissal
Newcastle Red Bulls' decision to sack Director of Rugby Steve Diamond hasn’t gone down well with their fans on social media, wit…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 8:53
Strikes and suspensions: Grenoble in total disorder after Top 14 failure
Troubling days at the Stade des Alpes, as FC Grenoble might be heading towards a no-show for Friday’s match against Provence due…
Francisco Isaac
01 Oct 2025, 8:33
De Allende pinpoints mistake Boks cannot make with Feinberg-Mngomezulu
South Africa centre Damian de Allende has urged his Springbok team-mates to not take "time and space" away from fly-half Sacha Fei…
Interview
Josh Raisey
01 Oct 2025, 8:14
Baxter's mixed injury update on Tshiunza and two England internationals
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is keeping his fingers crossed while he waits for news on the foot injury suffered by Welsh internat…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 7:02
Is Welsh rugby set to emerge from the shadows?
It is not an exaggeration to say the regions are fighting for their future and amidst the doubt Steve Tandy has to get Wales back …
LONG READ
Mark Orders
01 Oct 2025, 6:43
Bath set for much-needed fly-half boost
Bath boss Johann van Graan has confirmed that new signing Santiago Carreras will report for duty at Farleigh House on Monday, fres…
Jon Newcombe
01 Oct 2025, 6:29
Two internationals banned after URC round one red cards
Cardiff centre Ben Thomas and Zebre No.8 Giovanni Licata have both received three week bans following their red cards in the openi…
Josh Raisey
01 Oct 2025, 5:59
Huge management overhaul announced by Newcastle as Diamond goes
Former Newcastle boss John Fletcher returns to the North East club in a new role, as part of a major restructure of the management…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 5:57
Amy Rule: 'We talked about the stages of grief'
Amy Rule and the Black Ferns used the grief of their semi-final defeat to fuel their Bronze Final victory over France.
Joe Harvey
01 Oct 2025, 4:52
Morgane Bourgeois’ World Cup notebook: The Final Chapter
In her latest column on the Women's Rugby World Cup, Morgane Bourgeois looks back on France's final hours.
Exclusive
Morgane Bourgeois
01 Oct 2025, 4:41
World Rugby agree new player welfare guidelines
World Rugby have announced a significant step forward for player welfare with the approval of new global player load guidelines th…
Josh Raisey
01 Oct 2025, 3:41
2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup: RugbyPass’ team of the tournament
On Monday morning RugbyPass brought you the alternative team of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup. Today we bring you the complet…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
01 Oct 2025, 3:36
Shock change at the top imminent as Newcastle boss gets the bullet
Steve Diamond has been informed he is no longer part of the Newcastle's plans moving forward, with his replacement at the Red Bull…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 3:09
Byron McGuigan's message to Steve Borthwick after England defence trial
Sale Sharks defence coach Byron McGuigan insists that Lee Blackett’s departure from Bath to take up his new attack role with Eng…
Interview
Chris Jones
01 Oct 2025, 2:53
Steve Diamond has another dig at Bath after unlucky breaks force his hand
Newcastle Red Bulls boss Steve Diamond, who has made 16 signings since July, has revealed that he needs to enter the transfer mark…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 2:22
'I’ve learned from that and I’m better for it now': Ben Healy
After a first season at Edinburgh in which he started all but one game, last term proved a challenging experience for the former M…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
01 Oct 2025, 0:58
Tizzano: Red Roses’ success motivates Wallabies ahead of 2027 home RWC
Carlo Tizzano believes the Wallabies can look to the Red Roses’ run to the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup title as motivation.
Finn Morton
01 Oct 2025, 0:35
Wallabies will open 'unique' 2027 Rugby World Cup in front of 60,000
The halfway point to the start of the men's 2027 Rugby World Cup has been reached with just two years remaining until the Wallabie…
Ben Smith
30 Sep 2025, 22:58
Tizzano: Wallabies’ benchmark at 2027 World Cup ‘is to win it’
Wallabies flanker Carlo Tizzano has set the team’s benchmark at winning the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup on Australian soil.
Finn Morton
30 Sep 2025, 22:47
Jamie Joseph casts eye over next generation after All Blacks XV appointment
Jamie Joseph says he jumped at the chance to coach the All Blacks XV, and has been running a detailed eye over the NPC in search o…
Ned Lester
30 Sep 2025, 21:00
Record-breaking Wallaby James Slipper announces retirement from Test rugby
Wallabies record holder James Slipper will retire from international rugby after this weekend's Bledisloe Cup Test at Perth’s Op…
Finn Morton
30 Sep 2025, 19:57
Tom Wright on the Brumbies 'rocket' fuelling Billy Pollard's Wallabies rise
Wallabies hooker Billy Pollard is finding a rich vein of form in 2025 and contributing handsomely to Australia's rise back through…
Ned Lester
30 Sep 2025, 18:49
The All Blacks question that Bledisloe 1 has answered
The All Blacks' flip-flopping Rugby Championship campaign continued in round five with a win over the Wallabies. It was a performa…
Ned Lester
30 Sep 2025, 14:19
Paul Brown-Bampoe: Exeter's box-office banker turned try machine
The flying wing was not considering a career in rugby two years ago, but has surged to the forefront of this new-look Chiefs side.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
30 Sep 2025, 9:34
Quins boss reacts to Chandler Cunningham-South speculation
Harlequins’ new boss Jason Gilmore has revealed that tying down Chandler Cunningham-South is top of his to-do list, with Sale pu…
Neil Squires
30 Sep 2025, 9:08
Gregor Townsend left sweating as Glasgow pair await scan results
Glasgow and Scotland are awaiting the results of scans for back-row duo Jack Dempsey and Rory Darge, four weeks out from the start…
Josh Raisey
30 Sep 2025, 9:00
URC reveal contenders panel to become 'next Hollie Davidson'
The BKT United Rugby Championship’s Head of Match Officials, Tappe Henning, admits that he has already drawn up a shortlist in t…
Neil Fissler
30 Sep 2025, 8:46
Rassie Erasmus wary of being on the wrong end of a history lesson
Rassie Erasmus insists there's no danger of any complacency as they go in pursuit of the win that will clinch back-to-back Rugby C…
Jon Newcombe
30 Sep 2025, 8:45
One change to Springboks XV for Rugby Championship title decider
South Africa loosehead prop Ox Nche is set to start against Argentina on Saturday at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium for the final ma…
Josh Raisey
30 Sep 2025, 6:27
Louis Rees-Zammit surpasses top speed in NFL with 80th minute try
Louis Rees-Zammit dispelled any concerns over his stamina on Sunday when he raced in for an 80th-minute try against Leicester Tige…
Josh Raisey
30 Sep 2025, 5:58
Liam Williams gets the green light to end eight-month wait
Newcastle Red Bulls boss Steve Diamond has confirmed that Wales and Lions star Liam Williams will make his debut for the club when…
Neil Fissler
30 Sep 2025, 5:18
How I'd tweak the PREM's new 20-minute red card – Andy Goode
The two 20-minute red cards on the opening weekend of the new PREM season show rugby still isn’t getting the balance right.
Opinion
Andy Goode
30 Sep 2025, 4:18
Record-equalling Italian contingent deliver five-star performance
Over the years, some of Italy's most celebrated internationals have graced Premiership fixtures, from front-rowers Martin Castrogi…
Jon Newcombe
30 Sep 2025, 4:02
Wallaby Darby Lancaster finds new Super Rugby home out west with Force
One-Test Wallabies winger Darby Lancaster is heading west for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season, signing with the Force from the…
Finn Morton
30 Sep 2025, 4:00
Stuart Hogg's Scotland mentor delivers emotional parting message
Bryan Easson's 26-year involvement with the Scottish Rugby Union has officially ended today.
Jon Newcombe
30 Sep 2025, 3:18
‘Wallabies need to look in mirror…the real problem might be staring back at them’
Australian reaction to defeat in Auckland focused on refereeing decisions, but simple skill errors were more to blame.
LONG READ
Brett McKay
30 Sep 2025, 3:08
Ma'a Nonu sets yet another Top 14 record
Former All Blacks centre Ma'a Nonu broke his own record on Sunday for being the oldest player to score a try in the Top 14.
Josh Raisey
30 Sep 2025, 2:35
Here and no further: how France failed to hit new heights in 2025
Fourth is, by sporting consent, the worst tournament position — a so-near, so-far frustration of a finish. Those who prepared fo…
James Harrington
30 Sep 2025, 1:39
Sean Paul, Shaggy and Tinie Tempah to headline Dubai 7s
British rapper Tinie Tempah has been confirmed as one of the headline music acts for this year’s Emirates Dubai 7s, which runs f…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2025, 7:47
James Slipper shares 'mixed emotions' after making Wallabies history
There are now three players in rugby's ultra-exclusive 150 Test club: Alun Wyn Jones, Sam Whitelock, and James Slipper. Celebratio…
Ned Lester
29 Sep 2025, 20:40
‘Later on I definitely would’: NRL star explains interest in rugby switch
Cameron Murray hasn’t played rugby union in about a decade but the South Sydney Rabbitohs lock would “definitely” consider s…
Finn Morton
29 Sep 2025, 19:34
Wallabies share update on McDermott’s injury ahead of Perth Bledisloe
Tate McDermott is set to spend an extended period on the sidelines, with the Wallaby picking up the injury during last weekend's l…
Finn Morton
29 Sep 2025, 17:58
Why the Perth Bledisloe will be different
In one fell swoop, the All Blacks have retained the Bledisloe Cup for the 23rd year, and the Eden Park drought has remained, after…
Opinion
John Ferguson
29 Sep 2025, 16:14
Jamie Joseph to take charge of All Blacks XV programme
Highlanders boss Jamie Joseph will lead the All Blacks XV for the next two years, succeeding Clayton McMillan as head coach of New…
Ned Lester
29 Sep 2025, 14:02
‘We’re not going to give up’ – Canada aim to return stronger in 2029
In the wake of their 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup final defeat to England, Canada have promised to come back stronger in the fut…
Joe Harvey
29 Sep 2025, 9:55
World Rugby: Rising standards in women’s game will narrow England gap
The Red Roses lifted the World Cup with a 33-13 mauling of Canada on Saturday.
PA
29 Sep 2025, 9:13
Scotland star eyeing Gallagher PREM as French exit looms
Jonny Gray’s CV is doing the rounds of PREM Rugby clubs, with his contract with Top 14 outfit Bordeaux due to run out at the end…
Neil Fissler
29 Sep 2025, 6:26
Top 10 international women’s points scorers in 2025
Three Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 finalists make the list, taken from teams who participated at the record-breaking tournament in…
Jon Newcombe
29 Sep 2025, 6:17
Rassie Erasmus forced into 'emotional' Siya Kolisi decision
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus admits he faces an “emotional decision” over where Siya Kolisi will bring up his 100th Tes…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2025, 4:39
Rugby World Cup 2025: Alternative team of the tournament
As we continue to digest a record-breaking Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, Martyn Thomas selects a team of tournament with a twist…
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
29 Sep 2025, 4:00
Antoine Dupont outlines return date from injury
France and Toulouse superstar Antoine Dupont has revealed he is expecting to return to action from his ACL injury at the end of No…
Josh Raisey
29 Sep 2025, 3:53
Surprise name leads points scoring charts 2 years out from Men's RWC 2027
Spanish speakers dominate this year's list of men's top points scorers, with one European player on the verge of reaching their ce…
Jon Newcombe
29 Sep 2025, 3:37
'We all feel deeply for Franco': Boks call up replacement for Mostert
Experienced lock Lood de Jager will link up with the Springboks in London on Monday as cover for Franco Mostert, who remained in S…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2025, 3:30
'There's no one at South Africa's level... that's been their brand'
Rugby was stripped down to its raw, savage bones on Thursday night at the stroke of half-time in the Gallagher PREM season opener …
Interview
Josh Raisey
29 Sep 2025, 3:11
How South Africa found their perfect pair of attacking 'twins'
Dual playmakers Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Damian Willemse are at the heart of Tony Brown's purring Springbok attack.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
29 Sep 2025, 3:08
The Will Skelton All Blacks no show explained
Will Skelton says there is no point kicking stones over the logistical nightmare that has left him returning to the Wallabies side…
AAP
29 Sep 2025, 1:52
Australia U18's thrash New Zealand Schools in 129 point contest
It's fair to say there was a fair amount of running rugby on show, with Australia completely running away with it in the second ha…
Henry Lee
28 Sep 2025, 23:27
Ex-All Black Mils Muliaina: 'Our leadership group isn't aligned'
Savea led the team for their 33-24 victory over the Wallabies at Eden Park, while Barrett nursed a shoulder injury he picked up in…
Henry Lee
28 Sep 2025, 19:59
'South American teams are good for Rugby World Cup': Rugby's growth from the Americas
The growth of Chilean rugby seems unstoppable and securing another Rugby World Cup ticket beating Samoa 31-12 in a full, loud Saus…
Interview
Frankie Deges
28 Sep 2025, 19:11
'Underwhelmed': Former All Black critical of performance against Wallabies
Scott Robertson and the All Blacks have that challenge once again, after getting past the Wallabies 33-24 at Eden Park on Saturday…
Henry Lee
28 Sep 2025, 16:30
Former All Black weighs in on star halfback's performance
Roigard crossed twice at Eden Park in the first Bledisloe Cup Test of the year, sniping from the base of the ruck in the 23rd minu…
Henry Lee
28 Sep 2025, 14:40
Pat Lam issues brutal Bristol Bears injury toll update following win
Bristol boss Pat Lam believes that Louis Rees-Zammit will “get better and better” after he made a try-scoring return to the Ga…
PA
28 Sep 2025, 13:13
Ireland players spotted hob-nobbing with NFL top dog at Steelers game
Ireland internationals Caelan Doris and Bundee Aki were spotted in the thick of the action as the NFL staged its first regular-sea…
Ian Cameron
28 Sep 2025, 12:50
Ellie Kildunne on what fans can expect next from the Red Roses
The Red Roses are celebrating after a 33-13 final victory over Canada.
PA
28 Sep 2025, 12:19
John Mitchell breaks silence on link to non-England Test job
John Mitchell would be open to taking charge of the inaugural British and Irish Lions women’s tour to New Zealand in 2027.
PA
28 Sep 2025, 12:06
England fans brave rain for Red Roses’ World Cup victory party
Supporters turned out to salute the 2025 world champions.
PA
28 Sep 2025, 11:58
Louis Rees-Zammit scores on debut but Bristol pay dearly for win
Louis Rees-Zammit made a try-scoring return to the Gallagher Prem as Bristol overcame a triple injury setback in beating Leicester…
PA
28 Sep 2025, 10:17
'We promised this wasn’t what we were going to be about'
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter felt his side’s remarkable second-half revival in their draw at Northampton fulfilled...
PA
28 Sep 2025, 9:18
'The greatest teammate of all time' - Demant praises Woodman-Wickliffe impact
Ruahei Demant knows Portia Woodman-Wickliffe better than most. But even she struggled to sum up the impact of the 34-year-old on t…
Joe Harvey
28 Sep 2025, 7:50
England star's injury casts shadow over remarkable Exeter comeback
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso’s try completed an astonishing second-half comeback by Exeter as the visitors claimed a 33-33 Gallagher Pre…
PA
28 Sep 2025, 7:32
What 'nobody can disagree' with about Springbok rookie's star turn
Springbok fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's record-breaking performance in South Africa’s 67-30 Rugby Championship win over A…
Ian Cameron
28 Sep 2025, 3:57
Stuart Lancaster bags perfect start to Connacht tenure
Connacht scored four tries as they comfortably saw off Benetton 26-15 to secure a bonus-point win at the Dexcom Stadium in Galway.…
PA
28 Sep 2025, 5:52
‘I hope you won’t forget them’ – Rouet calls for Canada legacy
Canada head coach Kévin Rouet did not mince his words after his team's 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup final defeat to England's R…
Joe Harvey
28 Sep 2025, 5:24
Why the Top 14 are giving referees a guard of honour
The erosion of the authority of referees has been seeping into rugby for too long and Top 14 officials have been compelled to act
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
28 Sep 2025, 3:10
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu eclipses Dan Carter
Twenty years ago, a 23-year-old from Leeston on the Canterbury Plains in New Zealand’s South Island produced the greatest perfor…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
28 Sep 2025, 2:58
What Leo Cullen said after stunning Leinster collapse
Reigning URC champions Leinster suffered “a proper punch in the nose” in their 35-0 Friday night loss at the hands of the DHL…
Simon Thomas
28 Sep 2025, 2:58
Here's how England players reacted to winning the 2025 World Cup
England have achieved the ultimate dream of winning a home World Cup, and the trophy is back in their hands for the first time in …
Lucy Lomax
28 Sep 2025, 1:08
Jim Hamilton: Red Bull must open their chequebook and bring Pollock to Newcastle
If Red Bull want to show their intent and send shockwaves through the game, there is one thing they should do – sign Henry Pollo…
Opinion
Jim Hamilton
28 Sep 2025, 1:06
Fitz Harding has big ambitions for club and country
Supreme fitness, excellent handling skills, support play and intuition are qualities needed to play 'the Bristol way', and Fitz Ha…
Jon Newcombe
28 Sep 2025, 0:51
Why Ardie Savea's not getting ahead of himself after securing Bledisloe
Much had been talked about the review post Springboks defeat in Wellington, but Ardie says this performance at Eden Park started l…
Henry Lee
27 Sep 2025, 21:15
Two All Blacks ruled out of second Bledisloe in Perth
The All Blacks have recieved a double blow in the wake of their 33-24 victory in the first of two Bledisloe Cup clashes to finish …
Ben Smith
27 Sep 2025, 20:59
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson sets plan for Perth Bledisloe Cup Test
Robertson, who laughed and said thanks for reminding him about the inconsistency of his side, says that the goal for every great t…
Henry Lee
27 Sep 2025, 18:19
John Mitchell scoops Coach of the Year award after World Cup victory
Red Roses head coach John Mitchell has scooped World Rugby's Coach of the Year award for 2025 after leading England to victory.
Ben Smith
27 Sep 2025, 18:14
Joe Schmidt mulling another SOS call as McDermott goes down
Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt playfully mulled the idea of sending another SOS to halfback Nic White after another No.9 succumb…
Ben Smith
27 Sep 2025, 17:56
Scott Robertson's revelation on the All Blacks' new Test rookie
The All Blacks had a number of backs star in the 33-24 win over the Wallabies at Eden Park, including returning halfback Cam Roiga…
Ben Smith
27 Sep 2025, 17:14
Chile topple Rugby World Cup regulars to book 2027 place
Twenty thousand Chilean fans welcomed both Chile and Samoa to Viña del Mar’s Estadio Sausalito, where the hosts claimed a..
Francisco Isaac
27 Sep 2025, 15:13
All Black fullback Jordan satisfied with backline's intent against Wallabies
"So great to defend the home patch and the Bledisloe Cup."
Henry Lee
27 Sep 2025, 12:44
Are England the best team ever? 'It definitely feels like it'
Zoe Aldcroft embraced the suggestion that England are now among the greatest teams in women’s rugby history as she jubilantly pa…
Martyn Thomas
27 Sep 2025, 12:24
‘Dream come true’: Aldcroft reacts to Red Roses’ World Cup triumph
England captain Zoe Aldcroft carried the Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy into the post-match press conference on Saturday.
Finn Morton
27 Sep 2025, 12:20
Braxton Sorensen-McGee wins Women's 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year
The 18-year-old made her debut in May of this year against Australia, and stamped her mark at this month's Womens's Rugby World Cu…
Henry Lee
27 Sep 2025, 12:11
Clayton McMillan starts Munster reign on winning note
Clayton McMillan started life as Munster head coach with a 34-21 win at Scarlets, with Craig Casey among the try-scorers in Llanel…
PA
27 Sep 2025, 12:11
Rassie Erasmus' droll response to Cheslin Kolbe's 'bizarre' blunder
Rassie Erasmus branded Cheslin Kolbe’s first-half blunder against Argentina in Durban was a “brainfart” but insisted the Spr…
Ian Cameron
27 Sep 2025, 11:51
Zebre Parma bag upset URC win over Edinburgh despite red card
Zebre Parma marked the start of their BKT United Rugby Championship campaign with a dramatic 31–28 win over Edinburgh at the Sta…
Ian Cameron
27 Sep 2025, 11:18
Feinberg-Mngomezulu masterclass helps Boks take hold of Rugby Championship
South Africa climbed to the top of the Rugby Championship table with a thumping 67-30 victory over Argentina in Durban on Saturday…
Josh Raisey
27 Sep 2025, 11:03
Los Pumas player ratings vs Springboks | 2025 Rugby Championship
Los Pumas player ratings: The Pumas returned to the site of their first-ever victory over the Springboks but unlike 2015 they were…
Opinion
Francisco Isaac
27 Sep 2025, 10:59
Sophie de Goede crowned World Rugby Women's Player of the Year
Canada lock Sophie de Goede has been crowned the World Rugby Women’s Player of the Year on a historic day for the sport
Finn Morton
27 Sep 2025, 10:19
Player comparisons: Dominant England win Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
England’s Red Roses etched their names into the historic books with a comprehensive 33 – 13 victory over Canada in the 2025 Wo…
Philip Bendon
27 Sep 2025, 10:16
Springboks player ratings vs Argentina | 2025 Rugby Championship
Springboks player ratings: South Africa pulled away in the second half to inflict a 67-30 victory over Argentina in round five o…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
27 Sep 2025, 10:12
England end World Cup wait: Four takeaways from record-breaking final
We break down the action from a record-breaking Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 final at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
27 Sep 2025, 10:00
England win 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup in front of world record crowd
England have won the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, beating Canada 13-33 in an epic final, in front of a record Women’s World C…
Lucy Lomax
27 Sep 2025, 9:51
Bunting 'proud' of Black Ferns after Bronze Final victory
Allan Bunting said he was “proud” of his Black Ferns team after they claimed bronze at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup with…
Joe Harvey
27 Sep 2025, 9:07
Woodman-Wickliffe: ‘I’m not going to do a big retirement kind of thing again’
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe admits Saturday’s Bronze Final win over France was “potentially” her final Test in the famous black…
Finn Morton
27 Sep 2025, 9:05
Johan Ackermann’s Bulls gore fast-starting Ospreys
Ospreys let a half-time advantage slip as they opened their United Rugby Championship campaign with a 53-40 defeat against Vodacom…
PA
27 Sep 2025, 8:12
Player comparisons: Black Ferns take bronze at Twickenham
New Zealand secured third place at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup with a 41 – 26 victory over France at Allianz Stadium Tw…
Philip Bendon
27 Sep 2025, 6:52
New Zealand beat France in Bronze Final try fest
The Twickenham crowd of 50,000 was treated to a brilliant spectacle for the bronze medal match between France and New Zealand, whi…
Lucy Lomax
27 Sep 2025, 6:28
Black Ferns end World Cup on a high: Four takeaways from New Zealand v France
New Zealand have secured a third-place finish at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, beating France 42-26 at Twickenham’s Allian…
Opinion
Finn Morton
27 Sep 2025, 6:20
Quade Cooper takes public dig at ex-Wallaby teammate Michael Hooper
Quade Cooper chimed in during the fallout from the Wallabies’ 33-24 loss to the All Blacks at Eden Park - but a flippant jab abo…
Ian Cameron
27 Sep 2025, 4:13
'Cop that on the chin': Joe Schmidt's Andrea Piardi message to his Wallabies side
Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt says his side need to adapt better to the referee after their 33-24 defeat at Eden Park.
Ben Smith
27 Sep 2025, 3:31
Quade Cooper baffles rugby fans with crypic tweet after All Blacks win
Quade Cooper has raised eyebrows with a social media post after the Wallabies’ 33-24 defeat to the All Blacks at Eden Park, appe…
Ian Cameron
27 Sep 2025, 3:27
'Gutted' Wallabies react to heartbreaking Eden Park near miss
The Wallabies' wait to reclaim the Bledisloe Cup will continue for another year after they failed to end their winless drought at …
AAP
27 Sep 2025, 2:48
'He is one of the most underrated players, I have ever seen'
Bath director of rugby Johann van Graan described their Gallagher Premiership opener as “clunky” as the reigning champions ove…
PA
27 Sep 2025, 2:20
Steve Diamond vexed by Newcastle Red Bulls loss
Newcastle Red Bulls director of rugby Steve Diamond cut a frustrated figure after his side started the season with a 39-17 defeat …
PA
27 Sep 2025, 2:11
Cam Roigard: 'It's moments like that that you can't quite replicate'
It wasn't the plan for Cam Roigard to play 75 minutes in his return from injury for the All Blacks, but the star halfback made eve…
Ned Lester
27 Sep 2025, 2:03
Wallabies player ratings vs All Blacks | Bledisloe Cup I
Both teams came into the Test on the back of a defeat, with the All Blacks recording their worst ever defeat against the Springbok…
Opinion
Henry Lee
27 Sep 2025, 0:12
All Blacks player ratings vs Australia | Bledisloe Cup I
The All Blacks built an early 20-3 lead on the back of three early tries, only to see the Wallabies storm back into the game by th…
Ben Smith
27 Sep 2025, 0:07
Late Cam Roigard try seals All Blacks victory over Wallabies
The great trans-Tasman rivalry took centre stage at Eden Park to begin round five of the Rugby Championship, and it was another Te…
Ned Lester
26 Sep 2025, 23:57
Owen Farrell masterclass spoils Newcastle's grand rebirth
Saracens’ returning star Owen Farrell put in a masterclass performance as the Londoners scored five tries en route to beating a …
PA
26 Sep 2025, 14:48
Bath pounce during Cunningham-South yellow card to overcome Harlequins
Harlequins flanker Will Evans’ first-half hat-trick proved in vain as reigning champions Bath got the new Gallagher Premiership …
PA
26 Sep 2025, 14:35
Rising Ireland star helps Ulster douse Dragons' fire in Ravenhill
Ulster ran in six times in an opening 42-21 victory over Dragons.
PA
26 Sep 2025, 14:23
URC champs Leinster battered, bruised and humbled by Stormers
Defending United Rugby Championship champions Leinster were thrashed by Stormers on the opening night of the 2025-26 season, with …
PA
26 Sep 2025, 12:36
Stormers player ratings vs Leinster | 2025/26 URC
Stormers player ratings: The Stormers made Leinster look like startled tourists in Cape Town, drubbing the URC champs 35-nil.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
26 Sep 2025, 12:18
Leinster player ratings vs Stormers | 2025/26 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's Leinster got off to their worst URC start pontentially, suffering a humiliating 35-0 hammer…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
26 Sep 2025, 11:55
Sophie de Goede - the generational talent living up to the hype
It was hardly a surprise on Monday morning when World Rugby announced that Canada’s Sophie de Goede had been nominated for Women…
Joe Harvey
26 Sep 2025, 9:48
Sevens and 15s: Crossover stars challenging for World Cup glory
One of the striking themes of this World Cup has been the impact of players who honed their craft on the sevens circuit.
Analysis
Ciara Fearn
26 Sep 2025, 9:09
Black Ferns great praises 18-year-old try machine Braxton Sorensen-McGee
Black Ferns winger Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has reflected on Braxton Sorensen-McGee’s first Women’s Rugby World Cup campaign.
Finn Morton
26 Sep 2025, 8:55
‘Who knows where that goes’: Woodman-Wickliffe on World Cup return
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has “no regrets at all” about coming out of Test retirement to play at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World…
Finn Morton
26 Sep 2025, 8:25
Three summer signings feature in Scarlets team for Munster
Head coach Dwayne Peel has selected a side that also features a number of other Wales internationals who were involved against Jap…
Ian Cameron
26 Sep 2025, 7:40
Brendan Fanning: 'The clock is already ticking for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia'
Josh van der Flier was overlooked for Test recognition for the Lions and he is one of many ageing Ireland stars looking over his s…
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
26 Sep 2025, 7:16
Fissler Confidential: Huge flex for one PREM club as rumours hit another
Northampton Saints are set to announce that England stars Fin Smith and George Furbank, who are in the final year of their contrac…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
26 Sep 2025, 5:54
URC predictions: Welsh legends agree on only teams threatening Leinster
Shane Williams and Tom Shanklin have picked out the Welsh team they believe will finish highest in the BKT URC this season - and t…
Simon Thomas
26 Sep 2025, 5:25
The Austin Healey comment Bath's Charlie Ewels will 'never forget'
Six different winners in the last six seasons of the PREM is an indicator of how challenging it is to retain the trophy.
Jon Newcombe
26 Sep 2025, 5:21
Rugby World Cup final: The players who will decide England v Canada
Many of the greatest players in the women’s game will be in action when England take on Canada in the Saturday’s Rugby World C…
Analysis
PA
26 Sep 2025, 4:55
Edinburgh fast track 2 returning Lions into side for URC opener
Sean Everitt is confident his Edinburgh side are ready for their United Rugby Championship opener away to Zebre on Saturday.
PA
26 Sep 2025, 4:40
First ever all-female grounds team to prepare pitch for World Cup Final
On Saturday 27th September, a sell-out Allianz Stadium crowd will see history made as, for the first time ever, an all-female grou…
Lucy Lomax
26 Sep 2025, 4:10
Megan Jones: ‘Through adversity, you can still fulfil your dreams’
“I never want people to feel sorry for me,” Megan Jones says as she reflects on a period in which she suffered unimaginable gr…
Interview
Martyn Thomas
26 Sep 2025, 4:00
Joe Schmidt makes big claim over Bledisloe versus Rugby Championship
Wallabies skipper Harry Wilson says his team is excited rather than daunted by the challenge of getting one hand on the Bledisloe …
AAP
26 Sep 2025, 3:48
Samoa head into crunch Rugby World Cup qualifier with rookie team
Injuries, suspensions and player unavailability have resulted in head coach Tusi Pisi naming a starting XV with just 93 caps betwe…
Jon Newcombe
26 Sep 2025, 3:25
Who will win the Women's Rugby World Cup? The pundits have their say
The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup is on the verge of crowning its champion, with Canada and England set to clash this Saturday at t…
Francisco Isaac
26 Sep 2025, 3:07
'Magnificent' England player 'doesn’t get the credit because he’s so good'
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson paid tribute to his side after they beat Gloucester 27-10 to claim a bonus-point win on the …
PA
26 Sep 2025, 2:29
‘We’re ready to play for our country’: Black Ferns set for Bronze Final
Director of Performance Allan Bunting and scrum-half Risi Pouri-Lane insist the Black Ferns are ready to repay the support shown b…
Finn Morton
26 Sep 2025, 2:24
'I’ve been booed really badly – for running in a try – and it hurt my soul'
Canada were beaten by England in the 2014 World Cup final and the 2021 semi-finals.
PA
26 Sep 2025, 2:05
Late withdrawal forces Boks into front row reshuffle
Ox Nche will not win his 46th cap in Durban this Saturday.
Jon Newcombe
26 Sep 2025, 0:37
‘I'm more nervous about Canada than I would be New Zealand’: How can England beat Canada?
" I think that actually Canada is a stronger competitor. So although there's some people saying they’re relieved, I'm not, I'm m…
Interview
Lucy Lomax
25 Sep 2025, 23:32
How Felipe Contepomi has transformed the Pumas
No longer balancing medicine and rugby, the Argentina legend took his Leinster-honed nous and drove his country to new heights.
Analysis
Jamie Lyall
25 Sep 2025, 23:30
World Rankings: What needs to happen for All Blacks to sink to new depths
As if a record 43-10 defeat at the hands of the Springboks wasn't bad enough, things could get worse for Scott Robertson's men if …
Jon Newcombe
25 Sep 2025, 22:48
Harry Wilson: Kiwi fans letting Wallabies know about Bledisloe drought
The Bledisloe Cup has remained in New Zealand's hands for more than two decades now, and as if that fact wasn't burning enough for…
Ned Lester
25 Sep 2025, 22:43
Ex-All Black makes 'fire and brimstone' Bledisloe Cup prediction
The All Blacks have been tipped to show up and show out by one of the team's great forefathers when they run out against the Walla…
Ned Lester
25 Sep 2025, 19:29
Like it or not, the All Blacks look better without Scott Barrett as captain
For all the reverence with which Robertson spoke about the injured skipper on Thursday, I sincerely doubt most fans hold Barrett i…
Opinion
Hamish Bidwell
25 Sep 2025, 16:40
Highlanders confirm signing of Otago star Lucas Casey
With a Ranfurly Shield win and a Super Rugby contract, it's been a big week for Otago young gun Lucas Casey.
Ned Lester
25 Sep 2025, 14:49
How Canada's rise has been fuelled by previous England heartache
Take a look around the Canada changing room at Allianz Stadium on Saturday afternoon and you will see faces etched with the memori…
Martyn Thomas
25 Sep 2025, 14:29
Gallagher PREM off to a controversial start as Sale bag win
Tom Roebuck's opening score towards the end of the first quarter was hotly debated.
PA
25 Sep 2025, 14:24
'I'm glad it's behind me now': Former England prop Paul Hill
When Edinburgh head coach Sean Everitt was casting around last year for a replacement for retiring club legend WP Nel, he settled …
Interview
Bryn Palmer
25 Sep 2025, 10:00
John Mitchell on England’s ‘outstanding’ World Cup Final opponent
England head coach John Mitchell has acknowledged Canada’s “outstanding” form ahead of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup Fi…
Finn Morton
25 Sep 2025, 9:56
Gallagher PREM 2025/26 squads rated: Newcastle Red Bulls
Re-energised by new owners Red Bull, Newcastle enter the new Gallagher PREM season in buoyant mood and with a new-look squad.
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
25 Sep 2025, 8:31
URC ditches tradition with radical new TMO shake-up
The United Rugby Championship (URC) will introduce a new independent Television Match Official (TMO) process in a move designed to…
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2025, 8:31
Pablo Matera back as Pumas make three changes for Bok challenge
Former captain Pablo Matera will return to the Argentina starting XV that will take on South Africa in round five of the Rugby Cha…
Josh Raisey
25 Sep 2025, 8:29
Franco Smith: 'He's better skilled than me, but he can't kick a leather ball'
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith believes his son Jean is a more skillful player than he was and has “his own heroes” for inspi…
Bryn Palmer
25 Sep 2025, 7:55
URC season preview: How will the Scottish and Italian sides fare?
Will Edinburgh hit their top-four target? Can Glasgow regain their title? Will Benetton fulfil their promise and can Zebre escape …
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer
25 Sep 2025, 7:35
France star and SA giant to make Gallagher PREM debut for Northampton
Northampton Saints will hand Gallagher PREM debuts to France international fly-half Anthony Belleau and South African lock JJ van …
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2025, 7:27
Unchanged Canada side named for Rugby World Cup Final against England
Canada coach Kevin Rouet has named a familiar lineup for the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup Final, with an unchanged side set to t…
Finn Morton
25 Sep 2025, 7:22
Sam Warburton: 'Yes or no, do I agree with it? I’d say yes'
Sam Warburton has said he would support the controversial move to cut Welsh professional rugby from four regions to two, arguing t…
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2025, 7:04
England and Leicester receive major George Martin hammer blow
England second-row George Martin will miss the autumn series and potentially more Tests next year due to uncertainty over his reco…
PA
25 Sep 2025, 6:25
Leinster name 13 internationals in starting XV for Stormers
Leinster have named 13 full internationals in their starting XV to face the DHL Stormers in Cape Town on Friday.
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2025, 6:02
Red Roses captain declares teammate ‘the best player in the world’
England captain Zoe Aldcroft believes teammate Megan Jones is “the best player in the world” at the moment.
Finn Morton
25 Sep 2025, 5:59
Ben Kay: Five key areas to watch in this year's Gallagher Prem
The Newcastle takeover, Bath's plan for domination, 20-minute red cards and ageing playmakers returning to the Prem catch the eye
LONG READ
Ben Kay
25 Sep 2025, 5:56
Red Bulls name first PREM team vs Saracens with Farrell in less familiar role
Newcastle Red Bulls have named their first side of their new era in the Gallagher PREM ahead of their season opener against Sarace…
Josh Raisey
25 Sep 2025, 5:38
'It is our time now': Zoe Aldcroft backs England to rise to final challenge
England captain Zoe Aldcrooft insists it is “our time” as she prepares to lead the Red Roses into Saturday’s Women’s Rugby…
Martyn Thomas
25 Sep 2025, 5:22
Scottish Rugby announce 35 contracts for players in post Bryan Easson era
28 players - including 22 from the World Cup squad - have been awarded full contracts for the 2025/26 season with 17 of these base…
Gary Heatly
25 Sep 2025, 5:04
Arundell and Lawrence to start as Bath's No.10 reserves are tested
Henry Arundell is set to make his competitive debut for Gallagher PREM champions Bath on Friday night against Harlequins at the St…
Josh Raisey
25 Sep 2025, 4:55
France make three changes for Bronze Final encounter with Black Ferns
There have been three changes to France’s starting XV ahead of their 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup Bronze Final match with New …
Joe Harvey
25 Sep 2025, 4:28
Ranking England's loosehead and tighthead prop options ahead of the new season
No scrum, no win. It is an inexorable truth that Steve Borthwick will know all too well, and England have learned the hard way.
Opinion
Josh Raisey
25 Sep 2025, 4:11
Six Springboks headline Johan Ackermann’s first Bulls URC side
Despite being hit hard by injuries, Johan Ackermann has still managed to load his maiden Bulls matchday 23 with six Springboks for…
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2025, 4:08
Joe Hawkins: 'The two years I had in Exeter, it did make me realise'
Joe Hawkins says the two years he spent in international exile in England made him realise just how much he loved playing for Wale…
Interview
Simon Thomas
25 Sep 2025, 3:15
Reports on Owen Farrell leave Mark McCall confused
Saracens boss Mark McCall has warned the club’s PREM Rugby rivals that Owen Farrell is “flying” in training and ready to pro…
Chris Jones
25 Sep 2025, 3:12
'If we can’t win, we draw. If we can’t draw, we lose by a point'
Rob Baxter has spent a lot of time this summer re-educating his Exeter Chiefs squad, and he is the first to admit that nobody will…
Neil Fissler
25 Sep 2025, 2:51
Jorja Miller returns as Black Ferns chase bronze against France
Jorja Miller will be back in a black jersey on Saturday, with the World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year nominee returning t…
Finn Morton
25 Sep 2025, 2:14
'It was always part of the plan': James O'Connor's 'not ideal' scenario
With his dog safely set up in his new pad, veteran playmaker James O'Connor has been handed a starting role on what will be a spec…
AAP
25 Sep 2025, 2:14
Asia Hogan-Rochester: 'There’s still so much to give from this team'
Coming into the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup final there is a sense that Canada are still to play their best rugby at the tourna…
Joe Harvey
25 Sep 2025, 2:03
Joe Schmidt addresses Scott Robertson bad blood speculation
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt and All Blacks counterpart Scott Robertson say they are on good terms, but have not spoken about Ian F…
Ned Lester
25 Sep 2025, 1:47
John Mitchell names England team for RWC 2025 final
England have named their matchday squad for Saturday's Women's Rugby World Cup final, with head coach John Mitchell keeping faith …
Martyn Thomas
25 Sep 2025, 1:30
Who will win the 2025 Rugby World Cup final?
Saturday's monumental Allianz Stadium showpiece represents a mouth-watering clash of styles.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
25 Sep 2025, 1:00
URC season preview: How will the four Irish provinces fare?
Can anyone stop Leinster? How will Munster cope without legends? Can Connacht flourish under Stuart Lancaster? Will Ulster recover…
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
25 Sep 2025, 0:57
James Slipper to make Wallabies history as team named for All Blacks
James Slipper will become the first Wallaby to play 150 Tests in Saturday's Bledisloe Cup clash at Eden Park. Only New Zealand's S…
Ned Lester
24 Sep 2025, 20:54
'Remember his name': Otago's 'freakish' breakout star inspires Ranfurly win
The Ranfurly Shield has been bouncing around New Zealand in 2025 and arrived at its latest home this week following a superb perfo…
Ned Lester
24 Sep 2025, 20:16
'Learn on stage': Cohesion the key for Robertson as All Blacks resist mass changes
Scott Robertson has named just four new faces in the starting line-up for the opening Bledisloe Cup Test at Eden Park following th…
Ben Smith
24 Sep 2025, 19:16
'There's been a lot of words out there': All Blacks eager to restore pride
The All Blacks have had a "good look in the mirror" after falling to a record defeat at the hands of the Springboks in Wellington,…
Ned Lester
24 Sep 2025, 19:10
All Blacks welcome back familiar faces, lose Barrett for Bledisloe
The All Blacks have welcomed back a handful of injured players for their Bledisloe Cup defence at Eden Park, but they have also lo…
Ned Lester
24 Sep 2025, 17:30
The 'asterisk' that threatens to derail Leinster's URC title defence
Former internationals Schalk Brits and Ryan Wilson have tipped the Bulls to get over the line this season in the United Rugby Cham…
Interview
Josh Raisey
24 Sep 2025, 10:01
Public pressure wins the day to give World Cup hopefuls '16th man'
Chile's will be cheered on by a capacity 20,000 crowd in Viña del Mar this Saturday as they bid to qualify for their second conse…
Jon Newcombe
24 Sep 2025, 8:45
Pat Lam to consider Louis Rees-Zammit positional tweak
The Bristol boss is not adverse to the idea of playing the Welshman at 15.
Jon Newcombe
24 Sep 2025, 8:05
Canada train in headphones to replicate World Cup final atmosphere
Canada trained in headphones blaring crowd noise as they attempted to mimic the experience of playing at a sold-out Allianz Stadiu…
Martyn Thomas
24 Sep 2025, 7:28
Kaipo Olsen-Baker: 'France is going to come out hissing, and so are we'
Kaipo Olsen-Baker has experienced the full gamut of emotions during the Rugby World Cup 2025. Despite her efforts with a mammoth 3…
Interview
Adam Julian
24 Sep 2025, 6:10
12 England internationals on show as Sale and Gloucester get PREM underway
Sale Sharks and Gloucester will both have six England internationals apiece for the opening match of the Gallagher PREM season on …
Josh Raisey
24 Sep 2025, 5:26
Homecoming hero George McGuigan sets new PREM record
The lure of Newcastle has proved too strong for the try-scoring hooker, who always manages to find his way back to the North East.
Exclusive
Chris Jones
24 Sep 2025, 4:48
'He was never going to be that': How Jones spots 'Test match animals'
Japan head coach Eddie Jones admits he has "another scar at the back of your head that you feel at 1:30 in the morning" after his …
Interview
Josh Raisey
24 Sep 2025, 4:47
Maggie Alphonsi on 2010 home World Cup final: 'It still sits with me that loss'
What it's like to lose a home World Cup. In 2010, the team felt they had learnt from the pain of 2006, had more experienced player…
Lucy Lomax
24 Sep 2025, 3:54
Week Five: Best Rugby World Cup 2025 social media moments
As the focus shifts to the Rugby World Cup final, here are the best social posts from week five that captured the spirit of this u…
Ciara Fearn
24 Sep 2025, 2:53
Double boost for Exeter ahead of season opener
Exeter Chiefs have received a massive boost ahead of their PREM Rugby opener after passing international stars Immanuel Feyi-Wabos…
Neil Fissler
24 Sep 2025, 2:29
Ben Youngs: 'I’m super-proud to have been a one-club man but I don’t look back and wish I was still playing.'
As the new PREM season is about to get underway, the England record-cap holder is getting used to life as a former player...
LONG READ
Neil Squires
24 Sep 2025, 2:15
Rassie draws comparison between Pumas and world No.12 Wales
The Springboks boss sees similarities between the two teams who are six places apart in the rankings.
Jon Newcombe
24 Sep 2025, 1:08
Alex Sanderson on the 4 key areas that can transform bridesmaids Sale
Alex Sanderson has done a fine job in transforming the culture of Sale Sharks off the field and they have improved on the field, t…
Jon Newcombe
24 Sep 2025, 1:00
Laetitia Royer column: We have a different World Cup motivation
We were really cool and confident coming into last Friday’s semi-final against the Black Ferns. Everyone was so locked into the …
Laetitia Royer
24 Sep 2025, 0:34
How will New Zealand react to a double disaster on the Test stage?
With the All Blacks smashed by South Africa and the Black Ferns' world champion status gone, uncomfortable questions aare being ra…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
23 Sep 2025, 23:41
Cam Roigard’s verdict on Joseph Suaalii and Wallabies backline
The Wallabies' firepower is taking aim at the All Blacks this week, and the Kiwis know how dangerous said firepower can be when gi…
Ned Lester
23 Sep 2025, 23:25
Wallabies fullback ruled out of Eden Park test against All Blacks
The Wallabies have announced that fullback Andrew Kellaway will miss the first Test against the All Blacks at Eden Park.
Ben Smith
23 Sep 2025, 20:51
All Black turned Wallabies coach downplays Eden Park factor
With Kiwis dominating their coaching contingent, the Wallabies are hoping some additional All Blacks insight can help them finally…
AAP
23 Sep 2025, 16:28
'Sometimes it crushes you': Ex-All Blacks manager on Barrett's captaincy
Former All Blacks manager Darren Shand has weighed in on the All Blacks captaincy debate, voicing his concerns that the role is hu…
Ned Lester
23 Sep 2025, 16:04
‘We’ve got a job to do’: Black Ferns target World Cup bronze final win
New Zealand are putting “everything they can” into their last week at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, facing France in a b…
Finn Morton
23 Sep 2025, 13:12
Sarah Hunter: Red Roses won’t be caught out ‘chasing too many rabbits’
Sarah Hunter has warned against overcomplicating this week for the Red Roses, who will face Canada in the 2025 Women’s Rugby Wor…
Finn Morton
23 Sep 2025, 12:13
Recent history: What happens when the Red Roses play Canada?
On Saturday afternoon England will meet Canada for a shot at 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup glory.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
23 Sep 2025, 10:39
URC season preview: How will the four Welsh regions fare?
Will Scarlets maintain momentum? Do Cardiff have the forward power? Can Ospreys soar again? Is the only way up for Dragons?
LONG READ
Mark Orders
23 Sep 2025, 10:23
'Could be a week, could be eight months...': Edinburgh's injury limbo
Edinburgh and Scotland centre Matt Currie faces an uncertain period on the sidelines after suffering with vertigo on the eve of th…
Bryn Palmer
23 Sep 2025, 10:00
Referee Hollie Davidson to make history in RWC 2025 final
Hollie Davidson will become the first referee to take charge of two Women's Rugby World Cup finals when she takes the pitch at All…
Martyn Thomas
23 Sep 2025, 9:08
Ranking England's scrum-half options ahead of the new season
England have long had plenty of options to choose from at scrum-half, picking the right one has been a topic that has split opinio…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
23 Sep 2025, 9:01
Mick Cleary: 'The newly-branded PREM will have to be at its knuckle-duster aggressive best in the fight to make a mark.'
The Gallagher PREM is refreshed and ready to go and despite threats from a congested sports market, it's ready to take them head o…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
23 Sep 2025, 8:43
Reigning PREM champions Bath counting the cost of a damaging pre-season
Two players have undergone surgery and others have been ruled out of Friday night's opener at Quins.
Jon Newcombe
23 Sep 2025, 7:57
‘That’s a loss’: Phil Gould reacts to NRL star’s reported rugby return
Rugby league personality Phil Gould has described Mark Nawaqanitawase’s decision to leave the NRL as a “terrible shame” for …
Finn Morton
23 Sep 2025, 7:45
Eben Etzebeth returns as injuries force Boks in two changes for Pumas
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has named his team to take on Argentina on Saturday in round five of the Rugby Championship…
Josh Raisey
23 Sep 2025, 6:10
‘There’s nothing to fear for Australia. They should embrace the freedom of Eden Park’
Despite New Zealand's dominant record at their Auckland fortress, their form presents Australia with an opportunity.
LONG READ
Brett McKay
23 Sep 2025, 5:57
Sale Sharks opt for new captain after Ben Curry's two-year stint
Shortly after signing a new three-year deal at Sale Sharks, Ernst van Rhyn has been named as the club's captain for the 2025/26 Ga…
Jon Newcombe
23 Sep 2025, 5:34
Steve Diamond happy to play the waiting game over Williams and Wade
Newcastle Red Bulls' boss says he will carefully manage his two 34-year-old star men through the season.
Neil Fissler
23 Sep 2025, 4:08
82,000 to be at the World Cup final: What it means to England
No matter whether this is a fourth or fifth World Cup or your first, the momentous achievement and occasion of playing in front of…
Lucy Lomax
23 Sep 2025, 3:54
Champ Rugby to get blanket coverage thanks to new broadcast deal
Fans of Worcester Warriors will be able to watch the club's first competitive game since its rebirth live and for free, thanks to …
Jon Newcombe
23 Sep 2025, 3:41
Simon Middleton column: Canada are in pole position to win World Cup
"Who’s going to win the World Cup?" The question I dread being asked! Why? Because after the weekend it would be very easy to sa…
Opinion
Simon Middleton
23 Sep 2025, 3:39
PREM Rugby blown away by record ticket sales
There has been unprecedented demand for tickets to the 2026 Gallagher PREM final on the eve of the new season.
Jon Newcombe
23 Sep 2025, 3:07
Two new Edinburgh recruits ruled out for season as mini crisis emerges
Edinburgh have confirmed that new signings Rhys Litterick and Charlie McCaig are "unlikely to return this season".
Josh Raisey
23 Sep 2025, 3:04
Mark Nawaqanitawase to leave NRL ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup - report
Former Wallabies winger Mark Nawaqanitawase is reportedly returning to rugby union ahead of the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup.
Finn Morton
23 Sep 2025, 1:51
Gallagher PREM 2025/26 squads rated: Saracens
Two old favourites return to bolster a Sarries squad that is big on versatility but perhaps low on numbers in some key areas.
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
23 Sep 2025, 1:05
Rugby Australia confirm Will Skelton's availability for Bledisloe 2
Rugby Australia have confirmed that Will Skelton will be back on deck for the Wallabies when they host the All Blacks in Perth nex…
Ned Lester
22 Sep 2025, 22:50
Hurricanes lock in rising Canterbury star Jone Rova
The Hurricanes have announced the signing of Canterbury utility back Jone Rova for the next two Super Rugby Pacific seasons.
Ned Lester
22 Sep 2025, 21:20
All Blacks attack coach says bench tactics will change after Boks collapse
The second-half woes of last year's All Blacks seem to be persisting in 2025, something that appears to have inspired changes for …
Ned Lester
22 Sep 2025, 20:34
Western Force bring in Brad Harris as new defence coach
The Western Force have announced Brad Harris as their new defence coach, with the club hoping the experienced rugby mind's success…
Ned Lester
22 Sep 2025, 17:50
GHPA driving growth of women’s coaching at the Women's Rugby World Cup
The most important room in women’s rugby isn’t the changing room or the media suite. It’s the meeting room where an aspiring…
Philip Bendon
22 Sep 2025, 11:07
The risk the All Blacks have taken by too much overexposure to the Springboks
The All Blacks are locked in to play the Springboks on ten occasions between World Cup cycles and the latter's dominance is a conc…
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
22 Sep 2025, 9:42
Leinster welcome back 3 injured Ireland stars as prop given short-term deal
Leinster have been boosted by the return of Robbie Henshaw, Jordan Larmour and Will Connors ahead of Friday’s BKT United Rugby C…
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2025, 9:02
Fitting finale awaits: What we learned from the RWC 2025 semi-finals
Waking up in Bristol on Sunday morning, the only sadness came from the fact we would have to wait a whole week for the Women’s R…
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
22 Sep 2025, 8:25
Women's Rugby World Cup now rivals Rugby League's men's version for size
The Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 can now boast that it rivals men’s Rugby League World Cup for total attendance, with organisers…
Analysis
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2025, 8:13
URC season preview: How will the four South African sides fare?
Bulls 'may miss out again', Lions 'lack depth', Sharks 'should finish in top four' while play-off failure 'would be massive setbac…
LONG READ
Jon Cardinelli
22 Sep 2025, 7:31
Snubbed Leicester legend was 'the best coach England never had'
Leicester and English rugby greats come together to celebrate Chalkie White in Martin Whitcombe's biography about the Tigers legen…
Jon Newcombe
22 Sep 2025, 6:35
Inquest hears details leading up to death of ex-England rugby player
Tom Voyce died while trying to cross the River Aln in Northumberland in December, as Storm Darragh passed through the UK
PA
22 Sep 2025, 5:53
Moana Pasifika snatch NRL rookie from the Brisbane Broncos
Moana Pasifika have secured the signature of Brisbane Broncos winger Israel Leota, who will switch codes at the end of his NRL con…
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2025, 5:46
Ranking England's hooker options ahead of the new season
Steve Borthwick made a significant decision midway through last season – handing the England captaincy to Maro Itoje from Jamie …
Opinion
Josh Raisey
22 Sep 2025, 4:02
'Proven winner' Liam Williams' PREM Rugby return confirmed
The vastly experienced fullback has joined Newcastle Red Bulls on the eve of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM season.
Jon Newcombe
22 Sep 2025, 3:21
Zintle Mpupha: ‘Sevens teaches you to live in those high-pressure moments’
Zintle Mpupha has represented South Africa in both sevens and 15s and has demonstrated her versatility throughout the Women’s Ru…
Interview
Ciara Fearn
22 Sep 2025, 3:16
'Makes sense to call it a day' - Jonathan Joseph explains retirement call
Former England centre Jonathan Joseph has confirmed his retirement from professional rugby over the weekend.
Ian Cameron
22 Sep 2025, 2:55
Jorja Miller nominated for two of World Rugby’s most prestigious awards
Sophie de Goede, Megan and Jorja Miller have been nominated for World Rugby's Women's Player of the Year after sensational interna…
Finn Morton
22 Sep 2025, 2:43
Cardiff lose Matt Sherratt just 5 days before URC start for Test role
Matt Sherratt has left Cardiff just days before the start of the United Rugby Championship season to join Steve Tandy's Wales coac…
Josh Raisey
22 Sep 2025, 2:11
Scott Robertson talks Wallabies threat ahead of Eden Park Test
The All Blacks currently sit third on the 2025 Rugby Championship ladder, tied on points with second-placed Springboks, and one po…
Henry Lee
21 Sep 2025, 19:35
Roigard back in contention as four All Blacks return from injury
The All Blacks have been boosted by the return of four key players ahead of the Bledisloe series against the Wallabies, including …
Ben Smith
21 Sep 2025, 19:29
Wallaby hooker leaving France with new Rugby Australia deal
Hooker Folau Fainga'a will reunite with Dan McKellar in a return from France ahead of the World Cup and boost the Wallabies' set-p…
AAP
21 Sep 2025, 17:16
Ex-All Blacks on whether the Wallabies could snap the Eden Park record
Three former All Blacks have discussed their feelings ahead of the first Bledisloe Cup Test this Saturday, after witnessing the fi…
Henry Lee
21 Sep 2025, 16:17
Stephen Donald's All Black team for Saturday's Bledisloe Cup Test
Some of his changes include Damian McKenzie at No.10, Du'Plessis Kirifi to seven, Rieko Ioane to the right wing, and Anton Lienert…
Henry Lee
21 Sep 2025, 15:15
Ellie Kildunne: 'There is nothing more we can do to be prepared'
For all her speed, flair, and finishing instincts, Ellie Kildunne insists she’s no solo act. But under the lights at Ashton Gate…
Philip Bendon
21 Sep 2025, 10:00
Springboks issue update on 33-man squad and Willie Le Roux
Springbok fullback Willie le Roux has been called into the national squad ahead of Saturday’s Castle Lager Rugby Championship cl…
Ian Cameron
21 Sep 2025, 8:52
Nick Williams: 'I pinch myself when I look back. I’m getting emotional thinking of it now.'
The well-travelled former No 8 talks about his life with Munster, Ulster and Cardiff, life threatening heart attack and a new begi…
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
21 Sep 2025, 6:48
England teammates praise 'best loosehead in the world' Botterman
Hannah Botterman was imperious on her return from injury, helping the Red Roses weather a French storm to book their place in the …
Interview
Martyn Thomas
21 Sep 2025, 4:00
Northampton boss Phil Dowson calls for referee clampdown in key area
Northampton Saints Director of Rugby Phil Dowson has called for the offside law to be policed more strictly this season, to help t…
Exclusive
Jon Newcombe
21 Sep 2025, 4:00
Meg Jones: 'The pressure is already big, we don't need to make it bigger'
England star Meg Jones believes the Red Roses need to embrace the prospect of playing a home Women’s Rugby World Cup final in fr…
Martyn Thomas
21 Sep 2025, 4:00
Clermont release Wallaby Folau Fainga’a just weeks into Top 14 season
ASM Clermont Auvergne have confirmed that Australia hooker Folau Fainga’a will leave the club after their upcoming Top 14 clash …
Ian Cameron
21 Sep 2025, 2:28
Samoa reel in World Cup hopefuls in Salt Lake City nailbiter
Chile and Samoa delivered one of the year’s most entertaining clashes, the first leg of the Pacific/Sudamérica World Cup playof…
Francisco Isaac
21 Sep 2025, 2:09
68-Test Black Fern finds multiple positives in comprehensive defeat
"And for someone like Kaipo Olsen-Baker I think she had 24 carries, which is, like, huge in a match, and it looked like she was tr…
Henry Lee
21 Sep 2025, 0:13
John Mitchell's verdict on Ellie Kildunne as England make World Cup final
A hard-fought win was founded on the graft of the defence, but it was the individual brilliance of England’s free-spirited 26-ye…
PA
20 Sep 2025, 21:00
Schmidt's Suaalii chess piece can swing the Bledisloe in Wallabies favour
If it wasn't clear and obvious before, it is now: the All Blacks' aerial woes are disastrous with no signs of abating.
Opinion
Ben Smith
20 Sep 2025, 20:51
Fiji survive late scare to clinch Pacific Nations Cup title over Japan
The 2025 Pacific Nations Cup final started with a hiss and a roar with both teams showcasing their physical intent in the first co…
Henry Lee
20 Sep 2025, 20:36
Patrick Pellegrini hat-trick sinks Canada in PNC playoff
Piutau got his arms free, offloading it to Pellegrini who had no one in front of him to score his second of the evening.
Henry Lee
20 Sep 2025, 18:00
England stamp World Cup final ticket: Talking points from England v France
England have booked their place in their seventh Rugby World Cup final in a row with a 35-17 victory over France in the second sem…
Analysis
Lucy Lomax
20 Sep 2025, 9:48
Player comparisons: Kildunne stars as England outlast tough France
England are just one win away from 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup glory, defeating France 35-17 at Bristol’s Ashton Gate.
Opinion
Finn Morton
20 Sep 2025, 9:40
Injured Springbok star issues update following surgery
Springbok fullback Aphelele Fassi has provided a positive update after undergoing surgery.
Ian Cameron
20 Sep 2025, 8:47
UAR bring fourth professional team into existence
The Unión Argentina de Rugby (UAR) announced on Friday the creation of a new Super Rugby Americas franchise, Litoral.
Francisco Isaac
20 Sep 2025, 6:48
'Cruelly exposed': Black Ferns humbling 'all felt very inevitable'
The Black Ferns’ reign as world champions came to a stunning halt in Bristol as Canada outplayed them in every department to boo…
Ian Cameron
20 Sep 2025, 4:08
Canada's Justine Pelletier confident heading into final: 'This was part of our plan'
Interview
Lucy Lomax
20 Sep 2025, 4:06
Independent review clears Moana Pasifika backers of wrongdoing
Moana Pasifika’s owners have been cleared of misusing public funding following an independent review commissioned earlier this y…
Ian Cameron
20 Sep 2025, 3:36
Bulked-up Louis Rees-Zammit sent off for scrapping with ex-teammates
Louis Rees-Zammit’s first start back in rugby union was anything but quiet as the Bristol Bears winger scored a try, clashed wit…
Ian Cameron
20 Sep 2025, 1:20
Excerpt from Ian Foster's new book raises eyebrows ahead of Bledisloe Cup
Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt and All Blacks counterpart Scott Robertson expressed nothing but respect for one another when the…
Ned Lester
19 Sep 2025, 23:51
'I'm extremely confident': Black Ferns talk changing of the guard
The Black Ferns will farewell one of, if not the greatest, players in the game next weekend. And while a bronze medal match is not…
Ned Lester
19 Sep 2025, 22:26
Fiji and Japan name teams for Pacific Nations Cup final
The Pacific Nations Cup final is upon us, and it's a rematch of last year's Osaka epic, this time to be played out in Utah. Now, t…
Ned Lester
19 Sep 2025, 21:39
Michael Hooper makes case for Tane Edmed to start against All Blacks
The future of the Wallabies' No.10 jersey is up for grabs, and due to a lack of consistent availability from the group of hopefuls…
Ned Lester
19 Sep 2025, 20:36
‘We just want to do everyone proud’: Bremner reflects on Black Ferns loss
Ill-discipline and a lack of momentum were the key issues highlighted by the Black Ferns at half-time during their semi-final loss…
Finn Morton
19 Sep 2025, 16:52
Stacey Waaka: ‘When you’re wearing that jersey, you fight to the death’
Stacey Waaka has opened up about the Black Ferns’ unrelenting determination and desire to fight right up until the final whistle…
Finn Morton
19 Sep 2025, 16:09
‘We have a job to do’: Canada 80 minutes from creating history
Having watch his side storm past New Zealand, Canada head coach Kevin Rouet urged his players to “finish the job” in next Satu…
Martyn Thomas
19 Sep 2025, 15:00
Black Ferns’ Bunting: ‘You feel like you sort of let your country down’
Black Ferns Director of Performance Allan Bunting was visibly gutted after Friday’s 34-19 loss to Canada in the 2025 Women’s R…
Interview
Finn Morton
19 Sep 2025, 15:00
'It can break your heart': Black Ferns react to semi-final defeat
The Black Ferns' reign as world champions was surrendered on Friday night in Bristol, with a statement win from Canada sending the…
Ned Lester
19 Sep 2025, 14:43
Player comparisons: Canada dismantle Black Ferns at Ashton Gate
Canada secured their place in the 2025 Rugby World Cup final with a statement 34–19 dismantling of New Zealand’s Black Ferns a…
Philip Bendon
19 Sep 2025, 13:40
Black Ferns blown away: Four takeaways from New Zealand v Canada
Canada booked their place in a second Women’s Rugby World Cup final with a scintillating 34-19 defeat of New Zealand in Bristol.
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
19 Sep 2025, 13:10
Scotland international Oli Kebble returns to the URC
The experienced prop has left French club Oyonnax to return home to South Africa.
Jon Newcombe
19 Sep 2025, 8:53
'It’s something we have addressed' - England's French elephant in room
Alex Matthews insists England are determined to show their killer instinct against France in Saturday’s World Cup semi-final at …
PA
19 Sep 2025, 7:34
What Rassie Erasmus makes of title-chasing Argentina
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus insists his side is taking nothing for granted as they face back-to-back games against Felipe …
Ian Cameron
19 Sep 2025, 7:21
Could England's reign at No.1 in the world rankings be about to end?
England's Red Rose have led the World Rugby Women's Rankings for the best part of five years, but their position at the top is now…
Jon Newcombe
19 Sep 2025, 7:00
Code-hopping Jordan Petaia lands at his new French rugby club
Australia wing Jordan Petaia has wasted little time making his presence felt at new club Perpignan after landing in Spain on Frida…
Ian Cameron
19 Sep 2025, 6:32
Fissler Confidential: Sharks circle England ace, Saracens battle to keep star
England flanker Chandler Cunningham-South, who has entered into the final year of his Harlequins contract, is attracting interest …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
19 Sep 2025, 6:06
Ranking England's full-back options ahead of the new season
England have gone through their share of full-backs over the past year for a variety of reasons.
Opinion
Josh Raisey
19 Sep 2025, 4:50
Analysis: France must locate very best form to spoil the show for England
La Crunch is back - but not as you know it. This version is bigger, shinier and veritably humming with all that’s at stake in th…
Opinion
Claire Thomas
19 Sep 2025, 4:25
'Just be water my friend’: How Bruce Lee inspired Canada's adaptability
Canada embrace Bruce Lee’s teachings to build resilience and challenge the world at Rugby World Cup 2025.
Analysis
Willy Billiard
19 Sep 2025, 4:03
Johann van Graan clears up any confusion over Chris Harris' future
Ollie Lawrence's miraculous recovery from a ruptured Achilles will not have any impact on Chris Harris' season-long deal with Bath…
Jon Newcombe
19 Sep 2025, 3:55
'It's bittersweet, you watch and you'd love to be a part of it'
Scrumhalf Jake Gordon says it's been bittersweet watching the Wallabies post some famous wins without him, and he's eager to join …
AAP
19 Sep 2025, 3:24
George Hendy used PREM final memory to get through the dark times
England A international George Hendy is ready to nail down a first-team place at Northampton after a summer of sacrifice.
Interview
Jon Newcombe
19 Sep 2025, 2:58
Steve Tandy already dealt Wales blow with two ruled out of autumn
With the United Rugby Championship season yet to begin, Cardiff have already announced that two of their Wales internationals, Mas…
Josh Raisey
19 Sep 2025, 2:57
Gallagher PREM 2025/26 squads rated: Harlequins
It was a summer of change for Harlequins this year, waving goodbye to a club legend in Danny Care, with a handful of experienced f…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
19 Sep 2025, 2:00
What Kevin Rouet told his players ahead of semi with New Zealand
Canada head coach Kevin Rouet has promised a thriller in Friday’s World Cup semi-final against New Zealand – and is backing hi…
PA
19 Sep 2025, 1:48
Willemse wastes no time moving into coaching after retirement
Recently retired France international Paul Willemse has already moved into coaching, with French outfit RC Nimes announcing his ap…
Josh Raisey
19 Sep 2025, 1:48
'We’ve earned that pressure, so come at us': Alex Matthews on Red Roses’ weight of expectation
I’m not as convinced as I was two months ago that they’ll win the Rugby World Cup, and I know I’m not alone. And, as counter…
LONG READ
Claire Thomas
18 Sep 2025, 23:22
Time for Wallabies to ditch little brother complex against All Blacks
The Wallabies’ momentum heading into the crucial Bledisloe series took a hit against Argentina, with the pair finishing their se…
Opinion
John Ferguson
18 Sep 2025, 22:49
'The first time we've been this worried about the Black Ferns in a semi-final'
No team owns Rugby World Cups like the Black Ferns, but with the semi-final stage set, just making the final in 2025 has never bee…
Ned Lester
18 Sep 2025, 22:14
The ‘venom’ warning Richie McCaw shared before All Blacks-Boks rematch
All signals from within the All Blacks camp point to the team being well prepared for a Springboks counterpunch in Wellington in r…
Ned Lester
18 Sep 2025, 17:23
‘We’ve said it all along’: Christie on confidence driving Black Ferns
Black Ferns assistant coach Tony Christie isn’t spending any time thinking about which team are favoured to win Friday’s semi-…
Finn Morton
18 Sep 2025, 10:47
WXV Global Series launched on eve of RWC 2025 semi-finals
World Rugby has unveiled WXV Global Series, the second iteration of the women’s Test competition it hopes will build on the succ…
Martyn Thomas
18 Sep 2025, 10:30
'Both teams are fun to watch' - Rouet expects fireworks in Canada semi-final
Canada head coach Kévin Rouet has said he is “excited” for his team’s 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final with New Ze…
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2025, 8:57
Fiji's Mesake Doge free to play after sending off overturned
Fiji prop Mesake Doge has been cleared to play after having a red card rescinded following an appeal hearing.
Ian Cameron
18 Sep 2025, 8:21
Liam Williams having medical at Newcastle Red Bulls
Liam Williams is on the verge of becoming Newcastle Red Bulls' latest signing.
Exclusive
Josh Raisey
18 Sep 2025, 8:06
'We know we are underdogs' - France accept status ahead of Red Roses showdown
France have accepted their underdog status ahead of taking on tournament hosts England in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-…
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2025, 8:04
France reshuffle XV with four personnel changes for England semi-final
Carla Arbez has been named in France’s run-on side at fly-half ahead of this weekend’s semi-final against England.
Finn Morton
18 Sep 2025, 7:42
Jake White: We need to talk about the All Blacks
Seven days ago, New Zealand were ranked the world’s No.1 team and the Springboks were under the pump and rolling the dice with t…
Opinion
Jake White
18 Sep 2025, 7:37
Van Graan plays it cool despite fly-half setback for champions Bath
Bath could be forced to field their fifth-choice fly-half for the start of their Gallagher PREM title defence away to Harlequins o…
Jon Newcombe
18 Sep 2025, 6:53
The Black Ferns in World Cup semi-finals: A history of excellence
The Black Ferns have improved their Women's Rugby World Cup record to 40 wins and two losses while in England.
Analysis
Adam Julian
18 Sep 2025, 6:43
Quins confirm coaching team as Toby Booth joins, but not as head coach
Harlequins have confirmed Toby Booth's return to the club ahead of the new Gallagher PREM season, where he will work as a forwards…
Josh Raisey
18 Sep 2025, 6:36
Nine new signings on show as Saracens host Northampton
Saracens host Northampton Saints on Friday in the PREM Rugby Cup, with a total of nine new signings amongst the two sides.
Josh Raisey
18 Sep 2025, 6:11
Edinburgh reinstate captain 8 years after he was stripped of honour
Magnus Bradbury’s career has come full circle after being made Edinburgh captain for the second time, eight years after he brief…
Bryn Palmer
18 Sep 2025, 6:00
‘I’ve never fallen so hard’ – How Canada’s Julia Schell reacted to Shania Twain message
Julia Schell did not know how to respond when she found out that Shania Twain had sent a message of support to Rugby Canada.
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2025, 5:52
John Eales reacts to Sophie de Goede’s World Cup goal-kicking heroics
Wallabies legend John Eales has praised another member of the exclusive second-rower goal-kicking club, with Sophie de Goede starr…
Interview
Finn Morton
18 Sep 2025, 5:09
'We’re creating pathways' SA Rugby launches new women’s league
'The Betway Women’s Club Championship marks an important milestone in the development of women’s rugby, providing a vital plat…
Philip Bendon
18 Sep 2025, 4:57
Georgia Ponsonby: 'South Africa was perfect prep for this semifinal'
Hooker Georgia Ponsonby is one of the 13 survivors from the Black Ferns’ epic and perhaps fortuitous 2022 Rugby World Cup semi-f…
Adam Julian
18 Sep 2025, 4:33
Benetton secure Italy international Manuel Zuliani
Benetton have announced that Italy flanker Manuel Zuliani has signed a new deal running through to June 2028.
Ian Cameron
18 Sep 2025, 4:19
Newcastle add 110kg full-back Stefan Coetzee to their ranks
With just over a week remaining before Newcastle Red Bulls get their Gallagher PREM season underway against Saracens at Kingston P…
Josh Raisey
18 Sep 2025, 4:16
Recent history: What has happened the last three times England played France?
It has been seven and a half years since England’s Red Roses last lost to France.
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2025, 3:56
New book to lift lid on most controversial ban in Welsh rugby history
Former Wales scrum-half David Bishop has lifted the lid on the incident that effectively ended his international career in a new a…
Ian Cameron
18 Sep 2025, 2:14
Experienced quartet return as England name team for RWC 2025 semi-final
Ellie Kildunne and Hannah Botterman have recovered from injury to take their place in England's starting XV for Saturday's Women's…
Martyn Thomas
18 Sep 2025, 2:08
Bledisloe Cup beckons O'Connor as refreshed Wallabies name squad
James O'Connor's introductions at new club Leicester Tigers will have to wait, with the 35-year-old playmaker again required by th…
Ned Lester
17 Sep 2025, 22:21
'We'd clone her if we could': Black Ferns coach on phenom, Canada drought
The Black Ferns are gearing up for their semi-final clash with Canada in the Rugby World Cup, knowing full well that recent histor…
Ned Lester
17 Sep 2025, 20:50
Cam Roigard on latest injury: 'It's hard not to feel like you've let the team down'
All Blacks star Cam Roigard is back to full fitness after a pesky stress fracture that has kept him sidelined for the Rugby Champi…
Ned Lester
17 Sep 2025, 17:29
Are Joe Schmidt's Wallabies adapting fast enough?
Australia have improved on the wily supremo's watch, but are they keeping up with the trends key to winning Test matches?
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
17 Sep 2025, 15:19
Tukuafu on Canada semi-final: ‘Show them a new style of Black Ferns rugby’
New Zealand co-captain Kennedy Tukuafu is ready to show Canada “a new style of Black Ferns rugby” when the two sides meet in a…
Finn Morton
17 Sep 2025, 13:36
Bunting backs Tukuafu and Sae after Jorja Miller ruled out of semi-final
Allan Bunting has complete confidence in Kennedy Tukuafu and Layla Sae’s ability to step up in place of injured flanker Jorja Mi…
Finn Morton
17 Sep 2025, 12:09
Momentous day for Bath Rugby as council vote in favour of new stadium
Bath Rugby's long struggle to build an 18,000, state-of-the-art stadium at The Rec and create a home fitting for the champions of …
Jon Newcombe
17 Sep 2025, 10:05
'The IRFU has plenty of construction work on its plate': Where do Ireland go from here?
Four years ago, Irish tears were caused by a failure to qualify for the global showpiece. A top eight return coming off the back o…
Opinion
Nathan Johns
17 Sep 2025, 8:54
Report: Toby Booth set to return to PREM Rugby
The Daily Telegraph are reporting that Toby Booth is set to join Harlequins as head coach for the 2025/26 season, while the club l…
Jon Newcombe
17 Sep 2025, 8:38
Karen Paquin to reach half century as part of unchanged Canada squad
Canada head coach Kevin Rouet has named an unchanged squad for his side’s Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 semi-final against New …
Martyn Thomas
17 Sep 2025, 7:06
Andy Goode: Blackett's a masterstroke by England but key decision looms
Lee Blackett has more than served his apprenticeship, passed his audition and Steve Borthwick has shown his evolution by getting h…
Opinion
Andy Goode
17 Sep 2025, 6:41
Gallagher PREM 2025/26 squads rated - Exeter Chiefs
After a horrible season, the worst in the club's PREM history, the Chiefs will be hoping for stability in 2025/26. But do they hav…
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
17 Sep 2025, 6:18
'We’re at a very pivotal point': Uncertainty as SRU set to cut women's contracts
Rhona Lloyd's tears after scoring her side's consolation try against England in the Rugby World Cup quarter final said it all: Pri…
Gary Heatly
17 Sep 2025, 6:03
Week Four: Best Rugby World Cup 2025 social media moments
Week Four of the Women’s Rugby World Cup was nothing short of dramatic. On the pitch every tackle, try or turnover carried the w…
Ciara Fearn
17 Sep 2025, 5:11
Renee Holmes’ rise from ‘scary’ setback to starring again for Black Ferns
Renee Holmes will start at fullback for the Black Ferns when they play Canada in the semi-finals of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World…
Interview
Finn Morton
17 Sep 2025, 4:53
Leinster reveal injury toll from Lions with club and country hit hard
Full-back Hugo Keenan will miss Ireland’s autumn fixtures after undergoing hip surgery following the British and Irish Lions tou…
PA
17 Sep 2025, 4:50
‘You don't want to become stagnant' - England hybrid Hill’s back-up plan for Bath
Ted Hill aims to help Bath back up their trophy-laden last season - and prove his value to England's cause.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
17 Sep 2025, 3:01
Demant hits milestone as Jorja Miller ruled out of Black Ferns semi-final
Ruahei Demant will become the third most-capped Black Fern of all-time in their 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final.
Finn Morton
17 Sep 2025, 2:13
Boks name 33-man squad for Pumas without two conquerors of All Blacks
Rassie Erasmus has named his 33-man South Africa squad that will assemble in Durban on Thursday in preparation for the final two r…
Josh Raisey
17 Sep 2025, 1:58
End of an era: Jo Yapp on Wallaroos’ World Cup exit and coaching future
With Australia falling to Canada 46-5 in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals last weekend, Yapp has coached that nat…
Interview
Finn Morton
17 Sep 2025, 0:30
All Blacks’ defence coach talks record-setting defensive struggles
The All Blacks have claimed yet more unwanted history with their 43-10 defeat to the Springboks, but don't slot the record books b…
Interview
Ned Lester
16 Sep 2025, 22:23
Albornoz returns in Los Pumas squad update for South Africa series
Some changes in Los Pumas camp will see dynamic playmaker Tomás Albornoz return for Argentina in the team's upcoming two-Test ser…
Ned Lester
16 Sep 2025, 20:16
Ex-All Black: Springboks' 'prepared to lose' mindset breeds winners
Former Blues captain and two-Test All Black James Parsons has commended the Springboks' commitment to playing innovative rugby, af…
Ned Lester
16 Sep 2025, 19:45
The biggest threat to the All Blacks is the All Blacks
We’ve become so accustomed to All Blacks replacements causing performances to deteriorate, that it’s hard not to assume that…
Opinion
Hamish Bidwell
16 Sep 2025, 18:31
'F*** I’m gonna miss it': Wallabies veteran Nic White retires, again
Nic White is hanging up the boots, and for good this time, it seems. The 77-Test Wallaby had previously retired following July's B…
Ned Lester
16 Sep 2025, 16:54
Cam Roigard and Rieko Ioane two of 13 All Blacks released for NPC
Some good news finally came the way of All Blacks fans on Wednesday morning, with the news that Cam Roigard is set for a return to…
Ned Lester
16 Sep 2025, 15:02
'Not goodbye': James O'Connor's Wallabies career in limbo after flying to UK
James O'Connor has flown to London with his Test future still up the air, but the Wallabies flyhalf hasn't given up on playing in …
AAP
16 Sep 2025, 15:00
Black Ferns find ‘blessing in disguise’ in tough Bok Women quarter-final
New Zealand have taken plenty of positives out of last weekend’s hard-fought first-half against South Africa in the Rugby World …
Finn Morton
16 Sep 2025, 14:17
Waaka: ‘I don’t feel like Canada have played the best of the Black Ferns’
Two-time Rugby World Cup winner Stacey Waaka has warned Canada that they haven’t played “the best of the Black Ferns yet."
Finn Morton
16 Sep 2025, 11:24
'Right club, right city, right time': Ernst van Rhyn explains contract decision
Versatile loose forward Ernst van Rhyn has committed his long-term future to Sale Sharks by signing a three-year contract extensio…
Jon Newcombe
16 Sep 2025, 11:07
15-year All Blacks record unearthed in Opta statbunker
It's now well-known that the 43-10 defeat to the Springboks in Wellington was the All Blacks' heaviest-ever Test loss, but some ot…
Jon Newcombe
16 Sep 2025, 11:00
‘Let’s go girls!’ – Canada receive superstar endorsement ahead of semi-final
Ahead of Canada’s 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, country megastar Shania Twain has thrown her su…
Joe Harvey
16 Sep 2025, 10:24
How ‘Project 2027’ is driving a Springboks revolution
South Africa’s next generation has the potential to be even better than the last, but some of the old guard are not done yet.
LONG READ
Jon Cardinelli
16 Sep 2025, 9:28
Recent history: How the last three meetings between Canada v New Zealand played out
Friday night’s 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final encounter between Canada and New Zealand is set to be a colossal clash.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
16 Sep 2025, 9:08
Canada’s Beukeboom: ‘If we play our game, we’re going to come out on top’
Tyson Beukeboom expects New Zealand to “throw the whole kitchen sink” at Canada when the rival sides battle it out for a spot …
Finn Morton
16 Sep 2025, 8:26
Exeter boss Rob Baxter makes bold Boks prediction about new recruit
Rob Baxter believes that Joseph Dweba can use the Exeter Chiefs as a springboard back into Rassie Erasmus’s Springbok setup and …
Neil Fissler
16 Sep 2025, 8:22
Ex-All Black Brad Thorn lands Test job with European minnows
Former Reds head coach Brad Thorn has been named the new forwards and strength and conditioning coach of Malta.
Josh Raisey
16 Sep 2025, 7:56
RFU set for cash boost thanks to record-breaking Boks
Having seen one of the best performances by their side in living memory, Springbok supporters have been snapping up tickets for th…
Jon Newcombe
16 Sep 2025, 7:01
Zach Mercer one of two Englishmen in Top 14 team of the week
After scoring a try in Toulon's Top 14 first-round victory over Montpellier, Zach Mercer's barnstorming return to France has conti…
Josh Raisey
16 Sep 2025, 6:17
Has Holly Aitchison played her way into the Red Roses' starting side?
In England’s dazzling 40-8 quarter-final win against Scotland few shone brighter than Red Roses fly-half Holly Aitchison.
Joe Harvey
16 Sep 2025, 5:51
‘Australia should expect biggest, meanest reaction from wounded New Zealand’
Australia's frustrating home loss to Argentina ensures there will be no complacency heading into the Bledisloe Cup series.
LONG READ
Brett McKay
16 Sep 2025, 4:23
England and Exeter hit by another Feyi-Waboso setback
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso faces a race to be fit for the start of the PREM Rugby season after suffering a setback in tra…
Neil Fissler
16 Sep 2025, 3:52
Axelle Berthoumieu breaks silence after infamous bite
France flanker Axelle Berthoumieu has said that her bite on Ireland's Aoife Wafer on Sunday was "unacceptable", adding that it has…
Josh Raisey
16 Sep 2025, 3:50
6 contenders to replace Lee Blackett at Bath
Bath are on the lookout for a new attack coach. We pick out six potential candidates, including one with a strong family connectio…
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
16 Sep 2025, 3:25
Julia Schell: 'You could see the smiles on our faces across the board'
Last Saturday Canada thumped Jo Yapp's Wallaroos 46-5 to book a 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final clash with six-time champi…
Interview
Elizabeth Cartwright
16 Sep 2025, 1:56
Huw Jones has surgery on issue he'll have for 'rest of his career'
Scotland and Glasgow Warriors centre Huw Jones has undergone surgery on the Achilles tendon that has dogged him for much of 2025.
Josh Raisey
16 Sep 2025, 1:46
'Generational talent' and 'world-class scrummager' inducted into Hall of Fame
World Rugby's Hall of Fame will shortly total 175 inductees, with two greats of the women's game set to be honoured.
Jon Newcombe
16 Sep 2025, 0:03
Reuben Thorne tackles questions over Scott Barrett's All Blacks captaincy
Scott Barrett's All Blacks captaincy has come under the spotlight in the wake of the team's historic loss to the Springboks in Wel…
Ned Lester
15 Sep 2025, 22:42
All Blacks' high-ball technique 'sloppy' says 2011 World Cup winner
Former All Blacks outside back Cory Jane has identified some issues within the All Blacks' high-ball game, labelling some of the t…
Ned Lester
15 Sep 2025, 19:42
All Black halfback Hotham ruled out for rest of Rugby Championship
Noah Hotham is the latest All Black halfback to join the injury ward with the team confirming that he will miss the rest of the Ru…
Ben Smith
15 Sep 2025, 18:39
Veteran commentator reveals All Blacks' key concern before Wallabies Tests
"We're going to find that out when the Wallabies is going to run at us, and they'll run all day because that's their style. Argent…
Henry Lee
15 Sep 2025, 15:02
Pumas pivot Tomás Albornoz linked with Toulon move
Los Pumas star Tomás Albornoz could be on the move, with reports suggesting the 27-year-old is set to swap the colours of Benetto…
Ned Lester
15 Sep 2025, 14:46
France's Axelle Berthoumieu accepts biting charge and given lengthy ban
An Independent Foul Play Review Committee (FPRC) has reviewed the cases of France players Axelle Berthoumieu and Manae Feleu follo…
Lucy Lomax
15 Sep 2025, 12:48
Then there were four: What we learned from RWC 2025 quarter-finals
Before attention turns to Bristol where New Zealand take on Canada and England run out against France, we recap the major talking …
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
15 Sep 2025, 12:43
'Some comments were barbaric... I chose to take a step back from social media'
Wales international Georgia Evans has spoken out about the online abuse she has received for wearing make-up and a bow in her hair…
Ian Cameron
15 Sep 2025, 10:08
'It's a bit of a coach's nightmare' - Edinburgh lose two new signings
Scottish-qualified prop Rhys Litterick and centre Charlie McCaig both face spells on the sidelines after suffering "serious" injur…
Bryn Palmer
15 Sep 2025, 10:05
Mike Forshaw leaves Leicester Tigers with immediate effect
The former Wales defence coach has had to cut short his role with the Tigers due to personal reasons.
Jon Newcombe
15 Sep 2025, 9:25
Rugby in Spain takes major step towards professionalism
The Real Federación Española de Rugby has taken a step towards the professionalisation of their men’s team, offering grants to…
Interview
Francisco Isaac
15 Sep 2025, 7:29
Jacques Nienaber's Leinster future has been put to bed
Leinster have ended speculation over Jacques Nienaber’s future by confirming that the senior coach has signed a new contract thr…
Ian Cameron
15 Sep 2025, 5:43
'Les Bleues were a bedraggled shadow of a side' but march on to semis
France live to fight another day at the Rugby World Cup after defeating Ireland 18-13 in dismal conditions in Sandy Park in the qu…
Analysis
James Harrington
15 Sep 2025, 5:09
'You can see it in the players' faces...We're gutted, we're heartbroken'
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand expressed pride in his side’s performance after a narrow 18-13 World Cup quarter-final defeat to…
Nathan Johns
15 Sep 2025, 4:57
Gallagher PREM 2025/26 squads rated: Leicester Tigers
Narrowly beaten in the 2025 Gallagher PREM final, Leicester will be hoping to go one better this season under new head coach Geoff…
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
15 Sep 2025, 4:13
Hurricanes hold onto 6'4, 125kg rookie Siale Lauaki
The Hurricanes have confirmed that 22-year-old prop Siale Lauaki has extended his contract through until the end of the 2027 Super…
Ian Cameron
15 Sep 2025, 4:00
Will the real All Blacks please stand up?
One week the All Blacks can be peerless but the next they are floundering and it is becoming a real problem to predict their path
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
15 Sep 2025, 3:52
Sale experience immediate club exit just days after season start
Sale Sharks lock Le Roux Roets has left the club with immediate effect, the club have announced.
Josh Raisey
15 Sep 2025, 3:51
Black Ferns call in replacement 2 days after losing Amy du Plessis
The Black Ferns have drafted in outside back Mererangi Paul as injury cover for Amy du Plessis, who has been ruled out of the Wome…
Ian Cameron
15 Sep 2025, 3:34
'There can be only one' - Why South Africa are still the best team in the world
If there was any uncertainty, the Springboks' Wellington rout reaffirmed their status atop rugby's Mount Olympus.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
15 Sep 2025, 3:16
Willemse announces his immediate retirement from rugby
France and Montpellier lock Paul Willemse has announced his immediate retirement from rugby after being out of action for almost a…
Josh Raisey
15 Sep 2025, 2:27
List of PREM job-seekers whittled down to 98-cap Wales and Lions star
Every player released from a Gallagher PREM club in June, other than Liam Williams, has resolved their futures, either in or out o…
Jon Newcombe
15 Sep 2025, 1:00
Rampant Springboks return to the top of world rankings
New Zealand's four-week reign at No.1 is over following the latest round of Rugby Championship matches.
Jon Newcombe
15 Sep 2025, 0:26
Former All Blacks dissect the capitulation against the Springboks
It was the All Blacks' second loss of the year out of seven games, steering down the barrel of two difficult fixtures against Aust…
Henry Lee
14 Sep 2025, 18:04
'I feel incredible' - Dow credits teammates after 50th Red Roses try
Abby Dow credited her teammates after she scored her 50th international try in England’s 40-8 win over Scotland.
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2025, 17:10
Brave Blossoms put 62 points on Tonga to reach Pacific Nations Cup final
Era received a subtle offload after his tight-five teammate Shuhei Takeuchi broke through a number of Tongan tackles to get his ar…
Henry Lee
14 Sep 2025, 16:53
Mitchell brands Red Roses as 'terrific' as they secure semi-final in style
John Mitchell branded the Red Roses as "terrific" as they sauntered past Scotland to claim a 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-f…
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2025, 15:12
USA secure Rugby World Cup 2027 qualification with win over Samoa
The USA has secured qualification for the Men’s Rugby World Cup in 2027 after defeating Samoa 29-13
Adam Julian
14 Sep 2025, 15:01
Ireland captain Sam Monaghan addresses alleged biting incident
Ireland captain Sam Monaghan spoke to the match referee after team-mate Aoife Wafer alleged she was bitten during her side’s hea…
PA
14 Sep 2025, 12:29
'They panicked': Ex-All Black criticises mental breakdown against Springboks
"Then as the game wore on, it almost seemed they panicked."
Henry Lee
14 Sep 2025, 12:01
Red Roses power through to semis: Four takeaways from England v Scotland
England beat Scotland 40-8 in the Rugby World Cup quarter final to book their place in a tenth successive semi-final at a Women’…
Opinion
Lucy Lomax
14 Sep 2025, 10:37
Player comparisons: England put on quarter-final clinic against Scotland
England will play France for a spot in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup final, with the Red Roses defeating Scotland 40-8.
Opinion
Finn Morton
14 Sep 2025, 10:06
Biting incident mars France's Rugby World Cup win over Ireland at Sandy Park
France’s dramatic 18-13 comeback win over Ireland in the Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final has been overshadowed by contro…
Ian Cameron
14 Sep 2025, 9:47
Deflated Dannah O'Brien insists 'times are changing' for Irish women's rugby
A heartbroken Dannah O’Brien admitted she felt like she had “let the crowd down” against France but is hopeful Women’s Rug…
Martyn Thomas
14 Sep 2025, 9:27
Player comparisons: French flair overcomes resilient Irish in Exeter
France secured their spot in the semifinals following a titanic struggle with Ireland at Sandy Park in Exeter. Coming away with an…
Opinion
Philip Bendon
14 Sep 2025, 8:36
Springbok Women defend unorthodox tactics in World Cup QF loss
Springbok Women’s head coach Swys de Bruin has defended the unconventional approach that saw his side field a two-player lineout…
Ian Cameron
14 Sep 2025, 8:07
'A victory worth celebrating': What Springbok Women leave World Cup with
South Africa can no longer be dismissed as outsiders making up the numbers. They are contenders in the making. That, in itself, is…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
14 Sep 2025, 8:02
Les Bleues stand firm: Four takeaways from France v Ireland
France recovered from a 13-0 half-time deficit to beat Ireland 18-13 at Sandy Park and secure their passage to a ninth Women’s R…
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
14 Sep 2025, 7:41
Pat Lam calls for special scrum law to be introduced
Bristol Bears Director of Rugby Pat Lam wants the clock to be stopped for reset scrums in the final 10 minutes of matches.
Jon Newcombe
14 Sep 2025, 4:00
Owen Farrell snubbed by England as Maro Itoje unable to train
England captain Itoje suffered a concussion playing for the British and Irish Lions.
PA
14 Sep 2025, 3:24
'They know how to win' - Corrigan wary for Black Ferns semi-final
Alysha Corrigan expects a stern challenge from the Black Ferns when Canada face them in a 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-fina…
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2025, 3:08
Ex-Italy prop Cherif Traorè pops up in unlikely location
18-cap Italy prop Cherif Traorè has resurfaced six months after leaving Rangers Vicenza, having joined Dutch team RC Diok.
Francisco Isaac
14 Sep 2025, 3:08
Humbling of All Blacks has left Springboks with no choice
Ordinarily a performance like that, arguably the greatest ever by any Springboks team, would provide answers to just about every l…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
14 Sep 2025, 2:50
'She's the smiling assassin for a reason': Black Ferns laud Stacey Waaka
Black Ferns players lined up to pay tribute to Stacey Waaka after the centre put in a typically influential performance on her lan…
Martyn Thomas
14 Sep 2025, 2:47
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