Ulster outclass Northampton Saints to progress in Champions Cup
Ulster full-back Mike Lowry scored two tries to leave Northampton’s Heineken Champions Cup hopes dangling by a thread as the Iri…
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'I've coached for a long, long time and I've never lost by this score'
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen was pleased to see his side enjoy a free-scoring return to action in an 89-7 Heineken Champions Cup…
PA
16 Jan 2022, 9:39
Bordeaux thump Scarlets in rout at Stade Chaban-Delmas
Bordeaux ran in seven tries to comprehensively beat the Scarlets 45-10 at the Stade Chaban-Delmas in the third round of the Champi…
PA
16 Jan 2022, 9:21
Damian de Allende's two options as he heads for Munster exit - report
Reports out of South Africa suggest that Springbok centre Damian de Allende has two options when he departs Munster - both in Japa…
Kim Ekin
16 Jan 2022, 9:08
Leinster demolish Montpellier to break points record set in 2003
Leinster cruised past an under-strength Montpellier to resume their Heineken Champions Cup campaign with a thumping 89-7 bonus-poi…
PA
16 Jan 2022, 7:32
Ospreys boss Booth: 'I thought we gave them a real fright'
Ospreys director of rugby Toby Booth felt his side gave high-flying Racing 92 a “real fright” before the French side ran out 2…
PA
16 Jan 2022, 4:56
'Thank you World Rugby': Rassie Erasmus is back after serving 2-month ban
Springboks Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus is once again free to part-take in rugby after serving his two-month ban from any invo…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2022, 4:11
SA-based Springboks to face Eddie Jones' England
SA Rugby looks set to reward their South African-based players in 2022 when they field a Springboks team against Eddie Jones' Engl…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2022, 3:34
'I didn't see it coming... There is a very despondent group... shell-shocked'
Glasgow Warriors boss Danny Wilson admits to being 'very disappointed' after they brushed aside by Heineken Champions Cup opponent…
PA
16 Jan 2022, 2:16
'Are you saying that he's not in communication with Stuart Hooper?'
Brian O'Driscoll has questioned if outgoing Munster head coach Johann van Graan's continuation at the province until the end of th…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2022, 1:40
'It was tough. I've not played fly-half professionally, I've never started at 10'
.Cameron Redpath was delighted to be back on a rugby pitch after eight months injured but disappointed he could not prevent Bath f…
PA
16 Jan 2022, 1:30
'He nailed Vermeulen and Steve rang going 'We have got our man!'
Jan McGinity figured it could work out like this, the fortunes of Leicester turning around hugely on the pitch with him no longer …
Interview
Liam Heagney
16 Jan 2022, 1:00
The challenges facing rugby union in 2022
2021 was certainly a turbulent year for rugby and sport as a whole. Whilst the last year has taught us that it can be difficult to…
Opinion
Jamie Horner
16 Jan 2022, 0:10
Piers O'Conor crosses twice as Bristol reach last 16 of Champions Cup
Piers O’Conor scored two tries as Bristol qualified for the Heineken Champions Cup last 16 with a hard-fought 28-17 win.
PA
15 Jan 2022, 14:55
Bath avoid Champions Cup humiliation with late fightback at La Rochelle
Remi Picquette scored a brace of tries as La Rochelle recorded a thumping 39-21 victory over Bath at the Stade Marcel-Deflandre.
PA
15 Jan 2022, 13:07
'I probably can't think of a more disappointing finish to be honest'
Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick praised his side’s character after they rescued a 29-28 Heineken Champions Cup victo…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 11:45
Exeter reap heavy revenge on Glasgow Warriors in hunt for QFs
Exeter kept themselves firmly on course for a place in the Heineken Champions Cup knockout phase after beating Glasgow 52-17 at Sa…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 11:33
Creevy red-carded for headbutt but 14-man Irish still beat Edinburgh
Olly Cracknell’s converted try three minutes from time lifted London Irish to a wafer-thin 21-20 victory over Edinburgh in the E…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 11:11
Bundee Aki tweets apology after verbal attack on French referee
Ireland midfielder Bundee Aki will hope that his tweeted apology will be enough to stave off a citing following his tempestuous on…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2022, 10:33
Leicester win thriller against Connacht to qualify in Champions Cup
Hosea Saumaki’s last-minute try completed a memorable 19-point comeback from Leicester Tigers as they edged out Connacht 29-28 i…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 10:19
Ospreys run out of steam as Racing 92 book quarter-final place
Racing 92 qualified for the quarter-finals of the Heineken Champions Cup with a hard-fought 25-10 victory over Ospreys in a game p…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 9:51
Lee Blackett's refreshing admission after disputed Umaga red card
Wasps boss Lee Blackett saluted his Heineken Champions Cup heroes after they overcame the controversial red card shown to Jacob Um…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 9:01
England hope Barbeary 'outstanding' as 14-man Wasps beat Toulouse
Wasps overcame two controversial refereeing decisions including a red card shown to Jacob Umaga to register a stirring 30-22 Heine…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 8:10
'Excessive': Pundits angry as Umaga red-carded again for Wasps
Boos rang around the Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday after Jacob Umaga was controversially red-carded six minutes befo…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2022, 6:36
The Zach Mercer 'crisis meeting' speech that helped turn Montpellier's tide
Former England backrow Zach Mercer was asked to step up to the plate early in his Montpellier career, revealing how he was told to…
Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2022, 4:54
The thing giving Northampton 'a lot of confidence' in coach change
Mark Darbon has insisted that Northampton explored every possible avenue before confirming this week that they were happy for curr…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2022, 3:49
Ben Gollings' Fiji pulled from Malaga Sevens
Fiji have pulled out of next weekend's round of the World Rugby Sevens series in Malaga, Spain after players and members of manage…
AAP
15 Jan 2022, 3:38
Levani Botia turns down Leicester Tigers
Blockbusting Fijian hybrid player Levani Botia has turned down advances from Leicester Tigers and will stay on at Ronan O'Gara's L…
Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2022, 3:27
The 'low maintenance' birthday winger tipped for an England call
London Irish getting players into the England Six Nations squad is rare, but is that situation about to change next Tuesday with r…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2022, 3:15
Exeter tackle damning accusation about them and new drop-out rule
Rob Baxter has laid bare his exasperation that the new goal-line drop-out rule is a major reason why Exeter haven’t been as domi…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2022, 2:14
Protheroe given licence to thrill
The exciting Ospreys back three player has been excelling since returning to his home region after enduring family heartache
LONG READ
Owain Jones
15 Jan 2022, 0:36
Israel Folau's Shining Arcs fall to defeat against Kubota Spears
Israel Folau has failed to keep his unbeaten return to rugby union alive as his Shining Arcs side fell to defeat against the Kubot…
Alex McLeod
14 Jan 2022, 20:58
Wallabies star optimistic about World Cup chances after mixed 2021
Wallabies star Allan Alaalatoa has remained upbeat about his country's chances at next year's World Cup following a mixed 2021 cam…
Alex McLeod
14 Jan 2022, 20:22
Edinburgh boss Mike Blair reveals tough selection decisions
Edinburgh boss Mike Blair has explained how his side's blistering form this season has made team selection such a difficult task.
PA
14 Jan 2022, 18:30
Van Graan thrilled after Munster's Champions Cup win at Castres
Munster boss Johann van Graan was proud of his side after they came from behind to clinch a hard-fought 16-13 Champions Cup win at…
PA
14 Jan 2022, 18:19
Relief for match-winner Marcus Smith as Harlequins edge Cardiff
Marcus Smith revealed his sense of relief after he masterminded Harlequins’ stunning late Heineken Champions Cup fightback again…
PA
14 Jan 2022, 18:13
Pieter-Steph du Toit to make League One debut in star-studded clash
Springboks star Pieter-Steph du Toit has been named to make his Japan Rugby League One debut for Toyota Verblitz this weekend.
Alex McLeod
14 Jan 2022, 17:58
Report: Ex-All Blacks wing Waisake Naholo links up with Crusaders
Former All Blacks wing Waisake Naholo has reportedly joined the Crusaders for pre-season training ahead of the upcoming Super Rugb…
Sam Smith
14 Jan 2022, 16:11
Marcus Smith heroics salvage win for Harlequins in Cardiff thriller
Marcus Smith landed a match-winning penalty with the game’s final kick as Harlequins claimed a thrilling 36-33 Champions Cup vic…
PA
14 Jan 2022, 14:47
Late try enough as Munster make it three from three at Castres
Gavin Coombes’ late try was good enough for Munster to win a tight Champions Cup third-round pool match against Castres 16-13 at…
PA
14 Jan 2022, 14:40
Glasgow challenged to complete Champions Cup double over Exeter
Glasgow coach Danny Wilson has challenged his side to rise to the occasion as they bid to complete a stunning Champions Cup double…
PA
14 Jan 2022, 13:38
Late try earns Newcastle narrow victory against Biarritz in Challenge Cup
A late try from George Wacokecoke saw Newcastle snatch a dramatic 17-13 Challenge Cup win at Biarritz.
PA
14 Jan 2022, 9:44
Munster play boring Bok style rugby from a 'bygone era' - O'Gara
Munster's management team have been getting an awful kicking of late in the press. With the curtain coming down on the Johann van …
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 9:37
Former Saracens player settles £3m 'fire extinguisher' case
Former Saracens player Matt Hankin has settled a £3 million case taken against a former teammate and the Saracens team doctor aft…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 8:11
New role for Cameron Redpath in first Bath appearance since May
Fit-again Cameron Redpath has been handed an entirely new role Bath this Saturday when he plays his first rugby match since seriou…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 7:57
Zebre sign New Zealand No.8 Taina Fox-Matamua
Italian URC side Zebre have strengthened their pack with the signing of New Zealand born No.8 Taina Fox-Matamua.
Kim Ekin
14 Jan 2022, 7:40
WRU statement: Full crowds permitted for home Six Nations matches
The WRU have welcomed the Welsh Government decision to ease restrictions on crowds, meaning Wales’ upcoming three home matches a…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 7:30
Sale round off a difficult week with three XV changes for Clermont
Sale will fly out to France on Saturday for Champions Cup action having made three changes to their starting XV following a diffic…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 6:56
Boyd reduced to 'spectator' role after guilty plea over ref comments
Northampton Saints DoR Chris Boyd has been reduced to the role of 'a spectator' after pleading guilty to disrespecting the referee…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 3:24
England name 30-man U20s squad to play Oxford University
England have named a 30-man U20s squad to play Oxford University in a game of three teams on Saturday at the university's sports g…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 3:11
The 'little concern' Wasps have about England prospect Barbeary
Wasps have backed their uncapped back-rower Alfie Barbeary for an England Guinness Six Nations call-up but Lee Blackett, the Galla…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 2:29
The renaissance of Ellis Jenkins 2.0
The Cardiff and Wales backrow has fought back from adversity to put himself squarely in the frame to captain Wales in this year's …
LONG READ
Will Owen
14 Jan 2022, 2:22
Ex-Lions prop speaks out: 'Us fatties look at a scrum differently'
Former Ireland and Lions loosehead Nick Popplewell has posted an interesting analysis about the intricacies of the scrum and how a…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 2:18
Why Creevy still rocks for Irish just weeks from his 37th birthday
London Irish boss Declan Kidney has explained why he was determined to keep Agustin Creevy at the Gallagher Premiership club even …
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 2:04
Ben Gollings' message to fans as his first Fiji Sevens side named
Former England star Ben Gollings has told Fiji rugby fans his appointment as national sevens head coach should not be seen as brin…
Chris Jones
14 Jan 2022, 1:43
Nowell tipped for England after hitting some 'highest physical stats'
Rejuentated Exeter winger Jack Nowell has been tipped for an England squad call-up next Tuesday 27 months after he earned the last…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 1:08
10 England players who could switch allegiance ahead of RWC2023
World Rugby's rule changes around international eligibility have certainly provided plenty of fodder for theoretical articles on w…
Ian Cameron
13 Jan 2022, 23:34
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 10 best players in the world
The countdown to find the world's best player from 2021 continues as the final wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 h…
Opinion
RugbyPass
13 Jan 2022, 20:55
Israel Folau named to start second League One match after impressive debut
Former Wallabies star Israel Folau has been named to start his second Japan Rugby League One match after impressing in his competi…
Alex McLeod
13 Jan 2022, 18:40
Sonny Bill Williams to return to boxing ring against ex-AFL bad boy
Former All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams will make his return to the boxing ring against ex-AFL hard man Barry Hall.
Alex McLeod
13 Jan 2022, 16:26
All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens withdraw from World Series
Neither of New Zealand's two national sevens teams, the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens, will participate in next month's…
Alex McLeod
13 Jan 2022, 15:27
Newcastle say £100k England fees row 'blown out of all proportion'
Newcastle have claimed that the revelation they withheld payments of around £100,000 from their England players for their involve…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 9:34
Kiwis and Storm star set for shock switch to rugby union
Melbourne Storm and Kiwis prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona will make a surprise switch from rugby league to union, according to a report…
Sam Smith
13 Jan 2022, 8:59
Italy name six uncapped players in a 33-strong Six Nations squad
Former All Blacks full-back Kieran Crowley has named a 33-strong Italy squad for his first Guinness Six Nations in charge of the A…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 8:56
Tizard quits Harlequins: 'Always sad to see a team member move on'
Hugh Tizard will quit Harlequins at the end of this season, the 21-year-old deciding that his future in the game as a second row i…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 8:10
Saracens statement: Update on the Jackson Wray skull fracture
Saracens have delivered a very upbeat injury update on Jackson Wray, revealing that the skull fracture the back-rower suffered in …
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 7:09
'The uncertainty created quite a bit of angst for a lot of people'
Dean Richards has given an insight into the anxiety that this week’s uncertainty over this Friday’s Challenge Cup match at Bia…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 6:36
Edinburgh centre Taylor retires at 25 due to health concerns
Edinburgh centre George Taylor has announced his retirement from rugby due to health reasons at the age of 25.
Kim Ekin
13 Jan 2022, 5:15
Crowley gets first Munster Euro start after escaping URC sanction
Rookie Jack Crowley has been chosen for his first Champions Cup start for Munster having avoided getting sanctioned for his involv…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 5:11
Coming season career-defining for two of the All Blacks' finest of 2021
While 2022 won't necessarily be pivotal for the All Blacks as a whole, it does loom as a crucial year for a number of key players …
Opinion
Tom Vinicombe
13 Jan 2022, 5:03
Rule change greenlights UK teams to travel to France
European tournament games involving British clubs in France this weekend look set to go ahead as planned.
PA
13 Jan 2022, 4:38
Newcastle name team after the lifting of French travel restrictions
Newcastle have named their team for Friday night’s European Challenge Cup match at Biarritz after the lifting of travel restrict…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 4:32
'I was laughing as I went on' - Ewan Ashman's remarkable rise
Ewan Ashman talks spectacular debuts, blink-and-you'll-miss-them loan spells and rebuffing England.
Jamie Lyall
13 Jan 2022, 4:22
'He was gone, gasping, struggling... but he found something more'
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has paid tribute to the inspiring last-ditch tackle put in by tired prop Biyi Alo when Leicester sought to…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 3:15
First player to score 9pt try highlights White fears for South African rugby
London Irish utility back Benhard Janse van Rensburg has a special place in rugby history and is exactly the kind of player Jake W…
Interview
Chris Jones
13 Jan 2022, 2:36
Why 'split jury' last weekend has Exeter pleased with Sam Simmonds
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has backed the winter form of Sam Simmonds - even though the No8 isn’t enjoying a repeat of the record-br…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 2:29
'Alex Sanderson slammed Wayne Barnes was not what I was doing'
Alex Sanderson has taken issue with media headlines claiming that he slammed referee Wayne Barnes in the wake of last Friday’s G…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 1:44
'It's absolutely terrible' - Wales set to be at Six Nations disadvantage - Davies
Wales’ first Six Nations home game is against Scotland.
PA
13 Jan 2022, 1:22
'When I missed the Six Nations, I was just glad to be back'
Glasgow captain Fraser Brown admits he faces a tough battle to get back into the Scotland squad for the upcoming Six Nations.
PA
13 Jan 2022, 1:10
'There is a problem with money every tour' - Takulua shares Tongan frustrations
Captain Sonatane Takulua talks meagre wages and the future of Tongan rugby.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
13 Jan 2022, 0:46
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 20th to 11th best players in the world
The countdown to find the world's best player continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have been un…
RugbyPass
12 Jan 2022, 13:52
Christian Wade comparison has Wasps relishing Paolo Odogwu return
Exciting England prospect Paolo Odogwu is poised to play his first rugby match in eight months this Saturday after fighting his wa…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 12:05
Sale statement on 'allegation and arrest' of one of their players
Sale have issued a statement on the allegation that one of its players was arrested by police in England last Sunday on the suspic…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 10:15
Red-carded Zebo learns fate, Snyman agrees to Munster extension
Wednesday has turned out to be a very good news day for Munster as Simon Zebo has escaped a ban following his United Rugby Champio…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 9:46
'All positive, we're going. That is what I have been informed'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has revealed that the stipulated 48-hour French quarantine and testing rule which has thrown some of this…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 9:16
Ex-Ireland midfielder Jared Payne hands in his notice at Ulster
Former Ireland midfielder Jared Payne has handed in his notice to quit Ulster at the end of the season and pursue coaching opportu…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 8:33
Cipriani's wife issues statement after being doorstepped by media
Bath have endorsed a social media plea from Victoria Cipriani, the wife of Danny Cipriani, for the media to leave her and the form…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 7:18
'Team managers across the Prem on phones going, what's happening?'
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has outlined his bemusement over the lack of clarity currently surrounding the upcoming rounds of Champions…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 6:06
Northampton confirm the reasons for Boyd exit and Dowson promotion
Phil Dowson will be promoted from his role as Northampton forwards coach to director of rugby when Chris Boyd leaves at the end of…
PA
12 Jan 2022, 5:31
Why Bath have issued EPCR with an ultimatum about game in France
Bath have confirmed they will only fulfil their Heineken Champions Cup fixture against La Rochelle on Saturday if French travel re…
PA
12 Jan 2022, 5:19
Springboks' Nyakane heads list of 10 additional European players
Springboks prop Trevor Nyakane heads the list of the ten additional players registered by clubs ahead of this weekend’s round th…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 4:59
Sent off Alec Hepburn punished for dumping Joe Marler on his head
Exeter prop Alec Hepburn has been suspended for last Saturday’s red card incident which saw him dump England loosehead Joe Marle…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 4:23
Red-carded Sutherland learns fate on Scotland Six Nations opener
Recent Lions Test series prop Rory Sutherland can breathe a sigh of relief after learning that his ban for last Sunday’s Gallagh…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 3:52
Opening weekend of League One highlights big issue for Japan
Japan's premier club rugby competition has always attracted its fair share of foreign talent but the opening weekend of the new Le…
Opinion
Tom Vinicombe
12 Jan 2022, 3:50
Leinster's Dan Leavy to miss another Six Nations with Ireland
Leinster back-rower Dan Leavy can consider himself one of the most luckless players in recent times as his career has again been a…
Kim Ekin
12 Jan 2022, 1:24
Scottish Rugby statement: Government decision on Murrayfield fans
Scottish rugby officials have exhaled a massive sigh of relief following the confirmation that they can welcome a full capacity cr…
Kim Ekin
12 Jan 2022, 0:51
Brumbies boss calls for 'common sense' over Covid-19 protocols
Brumbies boss Dan McKellar has called for "common sense" over Covid-19 protocols that his side are set to face during the upcoming…
Alex McLeod
11 Jan 2022, 21:43
Tonga international says All Black brother is 'keen' on test rugby switch
The All Blacks may be set to lose a player to Tonga, possibly before next year's World Cup, in the wake of World Rugby's new eligi…
Exclusive
Alex McLeod
11 Jan 2022, 20:46
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 30th to 21st best players in the world
The countdown to find the best player in the world continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have be…
Opinion
RugbyPass
11 Jan 2022, 18:27
How the Brumbies are preparing to shock the NZ Super Rugby sides
It's no secret that Australia's Super Rugby sides have struggled to compete with their Kiwi counterparts in recent years, but the …
Alex McLeod
11 Jan 2022, 16:59
England prospect Jack Kenningham to miss rest of season
Harlequins flanker Jack Kenningham will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery.
Ian Cameron
11 Jan 2022, 14:55
'I didn't want to play anymore': D'Angelo Leuila's rise from the ashes
D'Angelo Leuila had every intention of giving up on rugby at the beginning of 2021. Now, he's an NPC champion.
Tom Vinicombe
11 Jan 2022, 13:30
England player allegedly 'arrested on suspicion of rape' - report
An unnamed England player - who cannot be named for legal reasons - has reportedly been arrested on the suspicion of raping a teen…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 12:14
EPCR statement: Decision reached on postponed round two matches
European officials have reached a decision over the five postponed Champions Cup round two matches and two Challenge Cup games.
PA
11 Jan 2022, 11:07
'Disgusting': Ellis Genge hits back over 'gouge' allegation
Leicester skipper Ellis Genge has hit out at claims that he tried to gouge Wasps’ Francois Hougaard during last Sunday’s Galla…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 9:09
Chris Boyd and Harvey Biljon 'charged with prejudicial conduct'
It has been quite the week of headlines for Chris Boyd, the Northampton director of rugby, who will leave Saints at the end of the…
Kim Ekin
11 Jan 2022, 7:52
The Dombrandt X-factor: 'He is almost Welsh in the way he plays'
Harlequins assistant Adam Jones has had plenty to say in the wake of the decision by Alex Dombrandt to extend his deal at the Lond…
Chris Jones
11 Jan 2022, 6:43
'He sounded like he had about 25 bottles of wine responsibly…'
Rugby Pod co-hosts Jim Hamilton and Andy Goode have reacted to the voice note they received from suspended Springboks boss Rassie …
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 5:57
Why Saracens centre Nick Tompkins reckons he is 'a good example'
Saracens midfielder Nick Tompkins has been reflecting on his career so far, explaining why one aspect is a good example for other …
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 5:01
'I love the club': Alex Dombrandt confirms new Harlequins deal
England No8 Alex Dombrandt has confirmed he will stay at Harlequins after he agreed to a contract extension with the Premiership c…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 4:23
Northampton to promote from within after 'Boyd leaving' revelation
Latest reports on Northampton suggest that the Saints will be promoting from within to replace Chris Boyd, their departing directo…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 2:34
UK clubs threaten boycott over fears players 'trapped' in France
There are fears that matches featuring UK club in Champions and Challenge Cup action this weekend in France won't go ahead as plan…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 1:59
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 40th to 31st best players in the world
The countdown to find the best player in the world continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have be…
Opinion
RugbyPass
10 Jan 2022, 19:44
30 Black Ferns stars reportedly set for significant pay increase
30 Black Ferns players contracted to New Zealand Rugby are reportedly set for a significant pay increase over the coming weeks.
Sam Smith
10 Jan 2022, 17:09
Quade Cooper off to winless start in Japan Rugby League One 2022
Quade Cooper's Kintetsu Liners failed to get their Japan Rugby League One campaign off to a victorious start after they were beate…
Alex McLeod
10 Jan 2022, 15:43
Coach confident strength of Glasgow and Edinburgh bodes well for Scotland
A Scottish coach believes the form of the country's two URC club sides bodes well for the national team ahead of the Six Nations.
PA
10 Jan 2022, 14:49
The Tier 1 side Fiji should have beat and the England star Cotter may want
Head coach Vern Cotter has given his verdict on the 2021 international season that saw Fiji miss an “enormous opportunity” to …
Chris Jones
10 Jan 2022, 10:20
Wasp bite downs mighty Tigers
A resurgent Wasps upset the form-book and down unbeaten Tigers as the countdown for the Six Nations continues apace
LONG READ
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10 Jan 2022, 9:03
Ireland back Simon Zebo to stay at Munster
Ireland international Simon Zebo has signed a new two-year contract to stay with Munster until the end of the 2023-24 season.
PA
10 Jan 2022, 9:00
World Rugby urged to follow RFL lead and change concussion protocol
World Rugby has been urged to follow the lead of rugby league in the fight to reduce the effect of repeated head knocks.
PA
10 Jan 2022, 8:59
Ref Watch: Genge, Hepburn, Zebo, Botham and Sutherland - red or yellow?
The Gallagher Premiership and United Rugby Championship's citing officers and disciplinary committees face a busy start to 2022
Paul Smith
10 Jan 2022, 8:55
Chris Boyd to step down as Northampton Saints DoR
Northampton are set to announce later this week that Chris Boyd is stepping down from his role as Saints rugby director, the PA ne…
PA
10 Jan 2022, 8:21
The multiple women's rugby records Harlequins broke in Twickenham
Harlequins Women are celebrating after breaking new ground in women's rugby after Big Game 13 broke multiple records in Twickenha…
Kim Ekin
10 Jan 2022, 7:56
Bulls confirm new coaching ticket with ex-Ireland forwards coach at helm
Former Ireland forwards coach Gert Smal has confirmed his new coaching tickets as he lead the Bulls in their Carling Currie Cup ti…
Kim Ekin
10 Jan 2022, 7:31
'Stop selecting overseas-based players' Jake White tells Springboks
South Africa's 2007 World Cup winning coach Jake White has called on the Springboks to stop selecting foreign-based players.
Paul Smith
10 Jan 2022, 5:49
Freak scoreline doesn't 'do much' for Premier 15s
DMP Durham Sharks conceded more than 100 points at Saracens over the weekend, a scoreline that suggests the Premier 15s has some w…
Ian Cameron
10 Jan 2022, 5:31
Bath dodge possible points deduction by the barest of margins
Bath finally broke their Gallagher Premiership seasonal duck with a battling 22-19 win over Worcester at the Rec on Sunday.
Paul Smith
10 Jan 2022, 3:56
Is the English Premiership facing a superstar 'brain drain'?
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has voiced fears that the Gallagher Premiership will lose some of its glamour as a result of reductions to…
Paul Smith
10 Jan 2022, 2:42
Chris Boyd praises 'goal-kicking' Sam Matavesi's Northampton impact
Chris Boyd has paid a fulsome tribute to the impact Sam Matavesi is making at Northampton with the live-wire hooker having a key r…
Chris Jones
10 Jan 2022, 1:58
Moana Pasifika recruit two new coaches on eve of Super Rugby Pacific
Moana Pasifika have added two new coaches to its management staff just over a month out from the kick-off of Super Rugby Pacific.
Alex McLeod
09 Jan 2022, 20:37
'Japan should be our greatest friends': Kiwi coach's plea to NZR
A Kiwi coach in charge of a Japan Rugby League One club has called for NZR to become "greatest friends" with the emerging rugby na…
Sam Smith
09 Jan 2022, 19:35
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 50th to 41st best players in the world
The countdown to find the best player in the world continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have be…
Opinion
RugbyPass
09 Jan 2022, 18:35
Woes continue for Green Rockets following Blake Ferguson sacking
Green Rockets Tokatsu have got their 2022 League One campaign off to a dud start to cap off a dire week headlined by the sacking o…
Alex McLeod
09 Jan 2022, 15:17
England face anxious wait over Ellis Genge following Hougaard incident
England face an anxious wait over the availability of Leicester Tigers' prop Ellis Genge, who was yellowed carded during his side'…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 11:49
'Something is wrong with the game if we have a sending-off for that'
Worcester head coach Jonathan Thomas believes there is “an issue with the law” after Scotland prop Rory Sutherland was sent of…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 10:58
'In the dressing room afterwards I couldn't speak... there was huge emotion'
Wasps head coach Lee Blackett said he could hardly speak due to emotion after his side pulled off a shock 16-13 win to bring to an…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 10:53
Prem shock as Wasps derail Leicester Tigers' remarkable winning run
Jimmy Gopperth kicked three second-half penalties to bring to an end Leicester’s remarkable winning run and provide one of the s…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 9:46
Rory Sutherland a doubt for Six Nations opener after red card for Worcester
Scotland prop Rory Sutherland could be a doubt for the Six Nations opener against England after he was sent off in the second minu…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 9:22
We can no longer excuse women's rugby players wearing men's kits
What players wear matters. Rugby kit, from boots right through to shirts, is not unisex. Any female player who has played at grass…
Stella Mills
09 Jan 2022, 9:08
'Johann doesn't really want to be here' - Munster great questions Van Graan
Munster great Peter Stringer has questioned how committed departing head coach Johann Van Graan is to the Munster cause, suggestin…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 8:34
Edinburgh go top of the URC table for first time in 12 years
Edinburgh reaped the rewards of giving their backs licence to play by going top of the United Rugby Championship.
PA
09 Jan 2022, 4:26
Glasgow chief Danny Wilson targets double over Exeter
Glasgow head coach Danny Wilson set his sights on doing the double over Exeter after returning to action with an emphatic victory …
PA
09 Jan 2022, 4:13
Munster set to sign former All Black Malakai Fekitoa
Munster are set to sign former All Blacks centre Malakai Fekitoa from Wasps - the Tongan-born star becoming the latest big name to…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 3:53
McKenzie's Sungoliath fire as Deans' champion Wild Knights take double blow
The opening week of the new season of Japan's Rugby League One has resulted in mixed fortunes for last year's finalists.
Tom Vinicombe
09 Jan 2022, 2:45
'We've heard nothing from EPCR' - Prem DoR says clubs left in limbo
Newcastle Falcons director of rugby Dean Richards says that clubs have been left facing 'a hugely uncertain' fortnight in Europe.
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 2:43
Why retired David Flatman still can't look Danny Care in the eyes
A rucking incident featuring Marcus Smith with Harlequins has reminded a mischievous David Flatman why he can't look Danny Care in…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2022, 2:20
'Game has changed for them': What Leicester now demand from props
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick has outlined the changes in rugby for tight five forwards by giving an assessment of young tighthea…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2022, 2:07
'Immensely proud' Alex King on the most pleasing aspect of win over Sarries
Gloucester attack coach Alex King was overjoyed as his side illustrated their huge improvement this season by winning at Saracens …
PA
09 Jan 2022, 2:06
Scarlets to sign All Black Vaea Fifita as salary cap pinches Wasps - reports
Former All Blacks forward Vaea Fifita to set to swap Coventry for Llanelli after Welsh region Scarlets reportedly managed to pull …
Sam Smith
09 Jan 2022, 1:38
The Wasps verdict on Ali Crossdale, their signing from Saracens
Ali Crossdale didn't play much rugby for Saracens but the 24-year-old England prospect has now come of age at Premiership rivals W…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2022, 1:00
Lewis Ludlow: 'Gloucester is my home. They gave me a chance when no one else did'
The Cherry and Whites captain has a deep bond with his adopted club and he has driven a renaissance in their fortunes as they topp…
LONG READ
Sam Roberts
09 Jan 2022, 0:59
Munster overcome Simon Zebo red card to edge Ulster
A gritty backs-to-the-wall effort saw Munster overcome Simon Zebo’s early sending-off to defeat Ulster 18-13 in the United Rugby…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 15:24
NZ flyer off the mark as Glasgow earn big win over Ospreys
Josh McKay scored his first Glasgow try as Warriors earned a bonus point against the Ospreys with a dominant second-half display.
PA
08 Jan 2022, 11:37
Tabai Matson's brutally honest admission after 2 pt victory over Exeter
Harlequins boss Tabai Matson admitted Exeter were unlucky to leave Twickenham Stoop as the victims of a 14-12 defeat in a repeat o…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 10:47
'It's like having a tighthead lock playing in the No12 jersey'
The Springboks don't seem to want Andre Esterhuizen but Harlequins can't get enough of their inspiring South African 'Agent of Cha…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2022, 10:06
Gloucester scratch 14-year itch with away win at Saracens
Gloucester held on for their first away win at Saracens since November 2008 after Alex Lozowski missed a touchline conversion with…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 9:58
Biggar the starman as Northampton dominate Newcastle Falcons
Dan Biggar kicked 17 points as Northampton secured a comfortable bonus-point win away at Newcastle, running in five tries in a 44-…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 9:39
Edinburgh go top for first time since 2009/10 Celtic League season
Fast-improving Edinburgh shot to the top of the United Rugby Championship table after bagging four first-half tries against Cardif…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 9:32
Red card drama as Harlequins leave it late to overcome 14-man Exeter
Joe Marler was the victim of a dangerous clearout that resulted in a red card for Exeter’s Alec Hepburn, but Harlequins still ne…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 9:24
'Very nasty' - Alec Hepburn sent off for '2005 Lions tour' clearout on Joe Marler
Exeter Chiefs prop Alec Hepburn could be facing a lengthy ban after being sent off for a reckless clearout on Harlequins prop Joe …
Ian Cameron
08 Jan 2022, 8:14
Former Bath player wants to extend club's misery by at least one more game
In normal circumstances any team with a 16 point lead over Bath would expect to be enjoying a top-four place in the Premiership, h…
Chris Jones
08 Jan 2022, 4:04
Cancel games and award non-French sides 28-0 wins - Andy Goode
Europe may be going full steam ahead but we need a decision on the postponed games now and I can see the French teams losing out.
Andy Goode
08 Jan 2022, 3:42
Toulon president: Players like Etzebeth a 'clear handicap' for club
Toulon president Bernard Lemaître has suggested that high profile players like Eben Etzebeth are a 'handicap' for the club, owing…
Ian Cameron
08 Jan 2022, 3:12
The 'chat' the RFU had after England boss Jones used 'poison' word
It's now ten months since Eddie Jones was on the receiving end of a damaging Six Nations backlash after England collapsed in that …
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2022, 2:54
Why No9 Francois Hougaard is getting picked as a winger at Wasps
Former Springboks international Francois Hougaard arrived at Wasps last summer as a seasoned No9 but he is now playing a very diff…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2022, 2:09
'We had 46 players training the other day' - Mike Blair's selection headache
Edinburgh head coach Mike Blair admits he was torn over team selection for their return to action after several players missed out…
PA
07 Jan 2022, 23:42
Israel Folau scores a double in his return to professional rugby
Israel Folau has made a successful return to rugby union, scoring two tries in the Shining Arcs Tokyo-Bay Urayasu’s 24-23 win ov…
Finn Morton
07 Jan 2022, 21:39
Five Australian players to watch out for in Super Rugby Pacific this year
I’ve taken a look at the squads for the upcoming Super Rugby Pacific season, and highlighted a handful of players who you should…
Finn Morton
07 Jan 2022, 19:34
What Sale boss Alex Sanderson 'couldn't fathom' following loss to Bristol
Sale boss Alex Sanderson struggled to mask his frustration following a 32-15 Gallagher Premiership defeat against Bristol at Ashto…
PA
07 Jan 2022, 18:08
The players set to headline the opening day of the Japan Rugby League One competition
Some of the world’s best rugby players are now just hours away from taking the field in the inaugural season of Japan’s Rugby …
Finn Morton
07 Jan 2022, 17:18
Answering the Rob Valetini-Harry Wilson conundrum
As 2022 dawns for the Wallabies numerous challenges lay at the feet of Head Coach Dave Rennie including how he uses his incumbent …
Nick Turnbull
07 Jan 2022, 16:55
Bristol see off Sale for first Premiership win in five matches
Bristol ended a run of four successive Gallagher Premiership defeats as they continued Sale’s away-day blues by winning 32-15 at…
PA
07 Jan 2022, 14:12
France to host 2025 Rugby League World Cup
France have won the right to host the 2025 Rugby League World Cup, the first time the country will have staged the global event.
AAP
07 Jan 2022, 11:42
The dinner in Germany where Steve Hansen got stuck into England
RFU boss Bill Sweeney is hoping to someday have the final say about a stinging critique of England by ex-All Blacks boss Steve Han…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 11:06
Paul O'Connell addresses rumours linking him with Munster return
Ireland great Paul O'Connell has dashed hopes that he will be returning to Munster anytime soon, ruling himself out of the running…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan 2022, 9:57
RFU confirms date for the England Six Nations squad announcement
The RFU have confirmed the date for the announcement of the England squad for the 2022 Six Nations by head coach Eddie Jones.
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 8:33
Welsh Government briefing delivers Six Nations body blow to WRU
The WRU will have a headache over Wales' home Six Nations games following the latest pandemic update by the local government.
PA
07 Jan 2022, 7:40
EPCR statement: Decision taken on European rounds three and four
Tournament organisers EPCR have issued a statement on the next two rounds of games in the Champions and Challenge Cup tournaments.…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 7:17
Glasgow set to deploy 6'5, 120kg winger that wreaked havoc on Scotland
Glasgow Warriors are set to give a giant Tongan winger - who wreaked havoc on Scotland's back three during the Autumn Nations Seri…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan 2022, 5:06
'That's kind of what bothers me, and it's probably what bothers the players now'
Ahead of their Gallagher Premiership showdown with Harlequins this weekend, Exeter Chiefs' Director of Rugby Rob Baxter has opened…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan 2022, 4:37
No Billy Vunipola as Saracens and Gloucester each make five changes
Saracens and Gloucester have each made five changes for their Premiership clash, with the Londoners excluding Billy Vunipola on th…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 4:35
Argentine Muller considering allegiance switch ahead of RWC
Argentine winger Axel Muller is considering swapping the blue and white of Los Pumas for the red, white and blue of the United Sta…
Kim Ekin
07 Jan 2022, 4:01
Creevy quashes Top 14 speculation by extending London Irish deal
Former Argentina captain Agustin Creevy was recently linked to a switch to France but he has now agreed to an extension at London …
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 3:42
'I can't wait': Camille Lopez quits Clermont for Bayonne
Former France out-half Camille Lopez is to quit Clermont a year early to take up a deal at Bayonne, the Pro D2 promotion chasers. …
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 3:12
Shortlist for Rugby Union Writers' Club personality of the year award released
France star Antoine Dupont features on the list of nominees for the Rugby Union Writers' Club personality of the year for 2021.
PA
07 Jan 2022, 2:46
David Flatman: 'George Ford is the best fly-half in England. That has to count for something.'
It's the New Year and time for new resolutions, so David Flatman says he'd had enough of caterpillar rucks, backchatting referees …
LONG READ
David Flatman
07 Jan 2022, 2:42
Patrick Tuipulotu to partner former Chief in Verblitz second row
The Verblitz have named an all-Kiwi second row for their opening game of the 2022 Japan Rugby League One season, with new recruit …
Tom Vinicombe
07 Jan 2022, 2:32
'I love Harry Wells': Why Leicester enormously respect their lock
Recent new England cap Harry Wells has been a Leicester talisman this season, appearing in 14 of their 15 wins in their unbeaten s…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 2:26
The most illegal back row in the Gallagher Premiership
Newcastle boss Dean Richards has identified why Northampton fall foul of referees more than any other Premiership team.
Chris Jones
07 Jan 2022, 1:40
'Lightbulb moments': Farrell, Mo'unga research inspires Atkinson
Faced with four months on the Wasps sidelines, 20-year-old Charlie Atkinson took on a project of researching Owen Farrell and Rich…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 1:39
Wasps confirm a comeback date for England hopeful Joe Launchbury
Seasoned England second row Joe Launchbury has been sidelined since the knee ligament injury he suffered last April when playing f…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 11:47
Why Saracens are backing 'physically very blessed' ex-basketballer
With Jackson Wray sidelined, Saracens boss Mark McCall has outlined his high hopes for Theo McFarland, the London club's former ba…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 10:56
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 60th to 51st best players in the world
Who is the best player in the world? It’s a question every rugby fan has an answer for, but rarely are any two answers the same.
RugbyPass
06 Jan 2022, 10:08
'I was going through that RWC thinking 'I'm not meant to be here anyway'
Northampton Saints skipper Lewis Ludlam says that he nearly quit rugby - just 12 months before he made his England debut two and h…
Interview
Ian Cameron
06 Jan 2022, 8:12
Wasps respond to rumour they are favourites to sign Anthony Watson
Wasps have reacted to the speculation that they are apparently favourites to sign England international Anthony Watson from Bath. …
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 7:23
Charles Ollivon set to miss Six Nations
France star Charles Ollivon is likely to miss the Guinness Six Nations, head coach Fabien Galthie has said.
Ian Cameron
06 Jan 2022, 7:10
Gloucester claim Adam Hastings a better player for having left Glasgow
Gloucester attack coach Alex King believes Adam Hastings’ switch to the Premiership has taken him out of his “comfort zone” …
Chris Jones
06 Jan 2022, 5:56
'Whenever Doddie is involved, there has to be an element of fun'
Scotland players Hamish Watson and Ali Price are leading the charge in a mass participation exercise challenge raising funds for D…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 5:09
Scotland forward cites cultural change after penning new Edinburgh deal
Dave Cherry is delighted to have re-signed for Edinburgh as he believes they are a club on the march. The 31-year-old hooker, who …
PA
06 Jan 2022, 5:00
Damian McKenzie to don fullback jersey in first Sungoliath appearance
Despite suggesting that he sees his long-term future at flyhalf, Damian McKenzie has been named in his more traditional position o…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Jan 2022, 4:59
Tom Curry returns to Sale Sharks for trip to Bristol
British & Irish Lions back row Tom Curry returns to action for Sale Sharks, the first time he's played since being injured in the …
Kim Ekin
06 Jan 2022, 4:48
Record breaking Barnes to notch up new milestone
The Gallagher Premiership's record holder for most appearances by a referee - Wayne Barnes - is set to bring up a major milestone …
Sam Smith
06 Jan 2022, 4:20
World Cup memories: 'The night out afterwards was mad, especially when the fire brigade arrived!'
In the the first of our World Cup memories series, England centre Giselle Mather tells her story of being part of an iconic group…
Lucy Lomax
06 Jan 2022, 4:17
Why Leicester gambled on winger Murimurivalu playing as a flanker
So stretched was the Leicester squad last Sunday that Fijian winger Kini Murimurivalu was picked as an emergency back row versus N…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 4:17
Israel Folau named for rugby union return after extended absence
Over 1,000 days since Israel Folau last played a professional match of rugby union, the former Wallabies fullback will make his re…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Jan 2022, 3:48
Bath-bound van Graan accused of 'ruining' some Munster players
With patience wearing thin over Bath-bound Johann van Graan, Keith Wood wants Stephen Larkham to take temporary charge at Munster.…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 2:48
Liam Williams signs for Cardiff
Cardiff have announced the signing of Wales international full-back and wing Liam Williams. Williams, 30, will move from the Scarl…
PA
06 Jan 2022, 2:28
'S*** it looks pretty accurate to me' - Rassie reignites Woodward feud
South Africa’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus has rekindled his rivalry with 2003 World Cup-winning England coach Clive Woodwa…
Rugby365
06 Jan 2022, 2:20
'I wasn't against the way Cockers did things... but it's more fun this year'
Magnus Bradbury believes the feelgood factor in the Edinburgh camp under head coach Mike Blair has helped him...
PA
06 Jan 2022, 1:41
Louis Rees-Zammit's 'fans' tweet ignites lively Six Nations debate
Louis Rees-Zammit has posted his thoughts on the speculation that Wales could stage their upcoming home Six Nations matches in Eng…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 0:51
The 'point of ridicule' that has Sale happy with Bristol-bound AJ
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has been talking about Bristol-bound AJ MacGinty coming up against his new employers this Friday with the…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 11:27
Saracens' upbeat 'within Eddie's gift' update on Owen Farrell
England skipper Owen Farrell was expected to be sidelined for between ten and twelve weeks following November surgery on his ankle…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 11:09
Joey Carbery is one of six players to extend their Munster deals
The injured Joey Carbery has received a welcome vote of confidence at Munster as he is one of six players to agree to fresh deals …
Kim Ekin
05 Jan 2022, 9:09
Welsh derby becomes 22nd URC match in five rounds to get postponed
The URC fixtures list has been decimated in recent weeks and this weekend's Welsh derby at Scarlets is the latest game to be calle…
Kim Ekin
05 Jan 2022, 8:47
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 70th to 61st best players in the world
The countdown to find the best player in the world continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have be…
Opinion
RugbyPass
05 Jan 2022, 8:31
'Sounds very serious': Saracens shed light on Wray skull fracture
Saracens boss Mark McCall has been talking about the serious-sounding skull fracture suffered by Jackson Wray last Sunday at North…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 7:38
Worcester issue update after third serious injury for Melani Nanai
Melani Nanai was injured in his first game back for Worcester after just eight minutes as a replacement in the loss to Saracens.
Chris Jones
05 Jan 2022, 6:51
Saracens reveal Jackson Wray has suffered a shocking head injury
Saracens have issued an injury update on seven players, including the revelation that Jackson Wray suffered a worrying knock last …
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 5:32
Premiership club boss backs radical 'one host' Six Nations idea
A radical idea that the Six Nations should mirror recent Rugby Championships staged in one country has got the support of Rob Baxt…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 4:56
The Exeter reaction to last week's bristling Stuart Hogg interview
Stuart Hogg last week nipped in the bud the rumours that he could leave Exeter, going on to score a vital try last Saturday versus…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 4:03
Forward thinking behind Leicester's transformation
Maybe, just maybe, the good old days of the ABC club are returning at Welford Road.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
05 Jan 2022, 4:01
Hitch hits new Japanese league with opening match scrapped due to Covid
With the inaugural season of Japan's Rugby League One due to kick off this weekend, the Japanese Rugby Football Union would have b…
Sam Smith
05 Jan 2022, 3:16
15 out of form, favour or fitness discards who want England return
Since Jack Clifford became England international number 1,374 in February 2016, Eddie Jones has handed new caps to no fewer than 7…
Opinion
Paul Smith
05 Jan 2022, 2:25
Seven wonders of the world for 2022
The XV scours the globe and picks out some of the best young stars who will shine the brightest over the coming 12 months
Owain Jones
05 Jan 2022, 0:30
Report: Michael Cheika in firing line over Blake Ferguson arrest
Former Wallabies boss Michael Cheika is reportedly in the firing line over the arrest of ex-NRL star Blake Ferguson on the eve of …
Sam Smith
04 Jan 2022, 21:48
'It was an easy decision': Damian McKenzie opens up on Japan move
All Blacks star Damian McKenzie says "it was an easy decision" to sign with Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath for the upcoming Japan Rugby …
Alex McLeod
04 Jan 2022, 19:59
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 80th to 71st best players in the world
The countdown to find the best player in the world continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have be…
Opinion
RugbyPass
04 Jan 2022, 18:01
Glasgow 'still have a fair amount to deal with' as Covid outbreak eases
Glasgow Warriors are confident they are over the worst of their coronavirus outbreak but still have several personnel issues to co…
PA
04 Jan 2022, 14:27
'It doesn't give us a competitive team': Sale fear French red tape
Director of rugby Alex Sanderson is due to take his Sale team to France for a round three Champions Cup game at Clermont on Januar…
Liam Heagney
04 Jan 2022, 9:54
Zebre statement: Struggling Italians have sacked Michael Bradley
Ex-Ireland scrum-half Michael Bradley was into his fifth season at Zebre Parma but he won't see the campaign out after Tuesday's a…
Liam Heagney
04 Jan 2022, 8:34
Danny Care and his 'big kind of annoyance' with Stuart Lancaster
Veteran scrum-half Danny Care has been speaking about his bumpy relationship with Stuart Lancaster when he was coach of England.
Liam Heagney
04 Jan 2022, 7:22
'I have made my thoughts about this club widely known throughout my time so far'
Munster forwards coach Graham Rowntree has signed a two-year contract extension with the Irish province.
PA
04 Jan 2022, 4:06
'Apologetic' Rockets issue a follow-up Ferguson sacking statement
The arrest and subsequent sacking of Blake Ferguson of Green Rockets has sent his Japanese rugby club into damage control.
AAP
04 Jan 2022, 1:43
Andre the Giant springs Bok up after smackdown
Harlequins’ star centre Esterhuizen is hoping to pin down a spot in South Africa’s World Cup squad this year
LONG READ
Jon Cardinelli
04 Jan 2022, 0:14
The test stars set to dominate 2022 Japan Rugby League One season
The rebranded Japan Rugby League One kicks off this weekend, so here's a XV of the league's top stars playing in this year's compe…
Alex McLeod
03 Jan 2022, 20:36
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 90th to 81st best players in the world
The countdown to find the best player in the world continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have be…
Opinion
RugbyPass
03 Jan 2022, 17:01
'I hated the Welsh team, everything associated with it and Steve Hansen with a passion'
In a new three-part documentary Wales legend Shane Williams has revealed that at one time he "hated Welsh rugby and head coach Ste…
Paul Smith
03 Jan 2022, 10:07
O'Connor calls for patience as Gollings heads to Fiji as the new sevens head coach
Fiji Rugby Union chief executive John O’Connor has asked for patience from the country’s rugby fans following the appointment …
Chris Jones
03 Jan 2022, 9:31
Does the fast-tracking of ex-players improve refereeing standards?
‘If only we could fast-track ex-pros to the Premier League, refereeing standards would improve hugely.'
Opinion
Paul Smith
03 Jan 2022, 6:59
The key Six Nations selection calls facing Eddie Jones
The Six Nations gets underway four weeks on Saturday and with France, Ireland, England and Scotland all arriving on the back of up…
Paul Smith
03 Jan 2022, 5:22
Medical updates to shape crucial Midlands derby
Unbeaten Leicester and injury ravaged Wasps face anxious waits to discover if they are able to field key back row forwards in thei…
Chris Jones
03 Jan 2022, 4:27
2021: Review of the year
2021 saw Harlequins rejuvenated, the England Women go unbeaten and the Springboks bludgeon their way to victory. It also saw fans …
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
03 Jan 2022, 3:05
England select five Falcons and five Saints in Under 20s squad
Former Harlequins centre Jordan Turner-Hall has been named as England's new U20s defence coach.
Paul Smith
03 Jan 2022, 2:46
Borthwick: 'Anything that has happened was before I came here'
Leicester head coach Steve Borthwick was delighted at the way his side played the rain-sodden conditions to crush Newcastle 31-0 b…
PA
03 Jan 2022, 0:45
'Cancelled': Ex-NRL star sacked by Japanese club over drug arrest
Blake Ferguson has had his Japanese rugby contract torn up without playing a game after the former NRL star was arrested on suspi…
AAP
02 Jan 2022, 21:29
Picking rugby's winners and losers of 2022 in eight bold predictions
Which teams will flourish and which teams will flounder in 2022? Here are some predictions for the rugby year ahead.
Alex McLeod
02 Jan 2022, 21:08
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 100th to 91st best players in the world
The countdown to find the best player on the planet has begun as the first players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have been unv…
Opinion
RugbyPass
02 Jan 2022, 18:17
Furious Chris Boyd: Ref 'didn't have enough nuts'
Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd suggested referee Adam Leal “didn’t have enough nuts” to award a penalty at a cruci…
PA
02 Jan 2022, 10:59
'I have stopped drinking... I felt it was just letting me down a little bit'
The wing is fit and firing again after injury problems.
Interview
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:54
Dominant Leicester Tigers thump Newcastle Falcons
Leicester Tigers maintained their impressive run with a convincing 31-0 win over Newcastle on a rain-sodden pitch before a crowd o…
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:32
Lozowski the star as Saracens hold off Northampton
Alex Lozowski inspired Saracens to a 30-6 victory that cemented second place in the Gallagher Premiership as Northampton failed to…
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:25
Harlequins leave it late to successfully raid Gloucester at Kingsholm
Champions Harlequins reeled off a fifth successive Gallagher Premiership victory over Gloucester after they fought back to win 20-…
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:07
England head coach Eddie Jones addresses Lions rumours
England England head coach Eddie Jones has put to bed rumours linking him with coaching the British & Irish Lions.
Ian Cameron
02 Jan 2022, 3:13
Carl Fearns suggests Bok No.8 Wiese ended teammate's career
Newcastle forward Carl Fearns has suggested on social media that hard-hitting Springboks No.8 Jasper Wiese ended a teammate's care…
Ian Cameron
02 Jan 2022, 2:22
Green Rockets player arrested in Japan
Blake Ferguson has been arrested by Japanese police after allegedly being caught in possession of illegal drugs.
AAP
02 Jan 2022, 1:07
'Hopefully he goes back in the international setup, because that's where he deserves to be'
Ali Hepher hailed the Chiefs’ character after they rallied through a late Stuart Hogg try to see off Gallagher Premiership rival…
PA
01 Jan 2022, 23:46
'He'll certainly be missed when he leaves us but we understand'
Alex Sanderson wants Sale Sharks to build on their 26-18 bonus-point win over Wasps as they look to get back into the play-off rac…
PA
01 Jan 2022, 23:19
Johnny McNicholl scores two late tries as Scarlets edge Ospreys in Llanelli
Johnny McNicholl scored two tries in the final quarter to earn a 22-19 victory for the Scarlets over the Ospreys in a hard-fought …
PA
01 Jan 2022, 11:54
Bundee Aki try helps Connacht to narrow victory in fiery clash with Munster
Bundee Aki’s first try of the season saw Connacht win an ill-tempered United Rugby Championship contest as they edged out Munste…
PA
01 Jan 2022, 11:48
Exeter subject Bristol to fourth successive Prem defeat in front of record crowd
Bristol suffered a fourth successive Gallagher Premiership defeat as Exeter toppled them 19-13 in front of a record Sandy Park cro…
PA
01 Jan 2022, 11:00
Bath forced to call off another match
Bath’s Gallagher Premiership match at London Irish on Monday has been called off after the club returned more positive Covid-19 …
PA
01 Jan 2022, 10:28
Sale Sharks sting Wasps to make winning start to the new year
Sale were triumphant in their first Gallagher Premiership game since November as they powered past Wasps 26-18 for a bonus-point s…
PA
01 Jan 2022, 9:00
Japan in talks to join Rugby Championship or Six Nations
The Japan Rugby Football Union is in talks with both the Six Nations and the Rugby Championship to ensure regular international ga…
AAP
01 Jan 2022, 2:46
'Huge step backwards' - Biggar on potential of a fan-less Six Nations
Under Covid restrictions, only 50 spectators are currently permitted to view outdoor events in Wales.
PA
31 Dec 2021, 9:16
Keelan Giles to make first start for Ospreys in 8 months
Welsh flyer Keelan Giles is set to make his first start for the Ospreys in 8 months after being named in Toby Booth's side for the…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 8:34
Ulster sign highly rated Irish qualified, ex-England U20s star Sean Reffell
Ulster have confirmed that they have signed highly-rated Saracens flanker Sean Reffell, as well as re-signing Irish internationals…
Kim Ekin
31 Dec 2021, 7:46
Jamie George returns earlier than planned to boost England's Six Nations hopes
Jamie George has recovered from a knee problem to give England’s Six Nations title quest a lift.
PA
31 Dec 2021, 7:28
'Nobody outside of our group will be expecting us to get a result'
Newcastle defence coach Nick Easter says he believes that the Falcons can derail Leicester Tigers' seemingly unstoppable train in …
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 4:38
England centre returns as mid-table Exeter seek to climb Prem ladder
Exeter Chiefs have been boosted by the return of England centre Ollie Devoto as they look climb out of the middle of the Gallagher…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 4:12
Just two weekend URC games survive the Covid chaos
The latest variant of Covid-19 has continued to wreak havoc with the Vodacom United Rugby Championship schedule, with just two of …
RugbyPass
31 Dec 2021, 2:38
Jacob Umaga to miss Toulouse game after ban for throat tackle
Wasps’ standoff Jacob Umaga has copped a ban for a tackle that caught London Irish winger Ollie Hassell-Collins in the throat.
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 2:24
2022 will be France's year - Andy Goode
There’ll be a lot of people glad to see the back of 2021 but rugby has survived, improved as a spectacle and shown there’s muc…
Opinion
Andy Goode
31 Dec 2021, 2:16
Speculation mounts as Anthony Watson's Bath exit revealed
Anthony Watson's time at Bath is coming to an end after it was revealed that the England winger is eager to turn over a new leaf a…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 1:58
Argentina forward Guido Petti to stay at Bordeaux
Argentina loose forward Guido Petti has signed a contract extension keeping him at Bordeaux-Begles until 2025, the French club ann…
Sam Smith
31 Dec 2021, 1:27
Repeat offender Wiese cops technical ban
Leicester backrow Jasper Wiese has been handed a technical ban for repeat infringement across the season.
Kim Ekin
30 Dec 2021, 11:08
'Everyone says Quins are soft but we can play tough' - Adam Jones
Wales legend Adam Jones continues to be mystified by the idea that his Harlequins pack is “soft” having clinched the Premiersh…
Chris Jones
30 Dec 2021, 8:38
'Rewrite the script and you'd have one apiece in the East, West and North'
Former Scarlets and Wales scrum half Rupert Moon's contribution to the ongoing debate about regional rugby is extremely well-infor…
Paul Smith
30 Dec 2021, 7:27
Fekitoa rumours persist as Wasps feel the pinch
Wasps face a potential battle to retain the services of former All Blacks centre Malakai Fekitoa at the end of the current season.
Paul Smith
30 Dec 2021, 5:52
Blair Kinghorn signs Edinburgh extension
.Blair Kinghorn has targeted silverware after signing a new contract with Edinburgh.
PA
30 Dec 2021, 4:57
England receive a Six Nations triple boost
England's Six Nations hopes have received a massive boost with the news that Owen Farrell is expected to resume club action in lat…
Paul Smith
30 Dec 2021, 4:38
All-Italian clash becomes fourth URC Round Nine postponement
The Round Nine United Rugby Championship fixture between Benetton Rugby and Zebre Parma has become the latest match to fall victim…
Paul Smith
30 Dec 2021, 3:51
Former Sale favourite Valery Morozov joins Bath
Bath have announced that former Sale Sharks prop Valery Morozov has joined them for the remainder of the 2021/22 season.
Paul Smith
30 Dec 2021, 2:07
Polledri sees light at end of the tunnel
Gloucester and Italy back row has had some dark days with a devastating knee injury but his positivity still shines bright
LONG READ
Sam Roberts
30 Dec 2021, 0:27
The test side that improved the most and the team that went backwards in 2021
Dave Rennie's Wallabies swept the World Cup-winning Springboks, Wales surprised with a Six Nations title under Wayne Pivac and Sou…
RugbyPass
29 Dec 2021, 20:53
The major complication with rescheduling postponed URC matches
Edinburgh head coach Mike Blair does not want to play Glasgow during the Guinness Six Nations as a second festive postponement thr…
PA
29 Dec 2021, 14:19
Three URC fixtures called off for New Year's weekend
Following significant disruptions to recent rounds of the United Rugby Championship, three further fixtures have been called off a…
Online Editors
29 Dec 2021, 9:12
War of words erupts over Alex Dombrandt's move from Cardiff to Harlequins
While Alex Dombrandt debuted for England this year and has set a goal of taking over as the nation's first-choice number 8, the mu…
Sam Smith
29 Dec 2021, 7:01
Connacht dangerman Abaham Papali'i is heading to France
Top 14 club Brive have made some key signings for the 2021-22 season, announcing six new contracts on Christmas Day.
Kim Ekin
29 Dec 2021, 4:48
Supersonic wing Monty Ioane re-signs with Benetton
Azzurri winger Monty Ioane has ended any speculation of a move and re-signed with Benetton Rugby for a further two campaigns, keep…
Kim Ekin
29 Dec 2021, 3:11
Did the British & Irish Lions get their tactics wrong in the series against the Springboks?
The British & Irish Lions tour of South Africa was supposed to be a highlight of the 2021 calendar year but failed to live up to e…
RugbyPass
29 Dec 2021, 0:13
The most exciting prospect to potentially play for another country under the new laws
World Rugby's new laws, as of January 1 2022, will bring international rugby into a new era where players can switch nations, shou…
Opinion
RugbyPass
28 Dec 2021, 14:38
The expectations for Roger Tuivasa-Sheck in his first season with the Blues
The highest profile signing for NZR since Sonny Bill Williams, former Warriors fullback Roger Tuivasa-Sheck will join the Blues fo…
Opinion
RugbyPass
28 Dec 2021, 14:10
Borthwick expects his Tigers to only grow stronger following salary cap probe
Leicester head coach Steve Borthwick insists his Gallagher Premiership leaders will be galvanised by the investigation into a pote…
PA
28 Dec 2021, 8:30
'I really want to continue to push to get into England and be a staple there'
Alex Dombrandt has set the New Year’s resolution of surpassing a standout 2021 by cementing a place in England’s back row and …
PA
28 Dec 2021, 6:18
Leicester face Premiership investigation over potential breach of salary cap
Leicester have confirmed that they are co-operating with a Premiership Rugby investigation into historic image rights payments.
PA
28 Dec 2021, 4:14
Gatland comes under fire for Lions tactics again
Former British & Irish Lions and England hooker Brian Moore has described Warren Gatland's tactics against South Africa this year …
Sam Smith
28 Dec 2021, 3:43
'We didn't have flyhalf cover': Quins boss Tabai Matson heaps praise on late call up Will Edwards
Matson saluted “exceptional” Edwards, who was standing in for Covid absentee Marcus Smith.
PA
27 Dec 2021, 14:49
'He is one of, if not the best, coaches around': George Ford on Steve Borthwick
Leicester’s gripping last-gasp victory over Bristol at Ashton Gate made it 10 wins from 10 Premiership starts this season, match…
PA
27 Dec 2021, 14:42
'All Black-esque': Only a matter of time for Dombrandt to take England No.8 jersey
Former England captain Chris Robshaw explained it's 'only a matter of time' before Dombrandt is wearing the No.8 for England on BT…
Sam Smith
27 Dec 2021, 12:10
Points divvied up in abandoned Newcastle-Sale match
Premiership Rugby have have confirmed that Newcastle Falcons have been awarded four match points and Sale Sharks two following the…
Kim Ekin
27 Dec 2021, 12:07
These were the best team and individual performances in international rugby in 2021
Michael Hooper, Antoine Dupont, Maro Itoje and Samu Kerevi were World Rugby's nominations for Player of the Year, but who had the …
Opinion
RugbyPass
27 Dec 2021, 12:00
Bath forced to cancel clash with Exeter
Bath’s Premiership Rugby Cup clash with Exeter on December 29 has been cancelled due to a combination of coronavirus issues and …
PA
27 Dec 2021, 11:55
Harlequins up to third with win over Northampton despite Marcus Smith absence
Number eight Alex Dombrandt was at the heart of their victory with his three tries the reward for intelligent running lines in a h…
PA
27 Dec 2021, 11:33
England's rivalry with New Zealand has grown on all fronts
Both the All Blacks and Black Ferns will be looking for revenge against England in 2022.
Tom Vinicombe
27 Dec 2021, 8:03
Overlooked Wallabies have 'something to prove' in 2022
Bullied by the Crusaders and overlooked by Wallabies selectors, there are many motivations for Queensland Reds players next season…
AAP
27 Dec 2021, 4:09
With the world's best player, France is currently best-placed to win the 2023 World Cup
Two years out from the next World Cup saw Wales capture the Six Nations title as Scotland, France and Ireland put up strong campai…
RugbyPass
26 Dec 2021, 11:00
Bath misery rolls into 2022 after leaking 40 points to Gloucester
The visitors were too experienced and well organised to suffer more than the occasional discomfort.
PA
26 Dec 2021, 10:58
No rustiness as Saracens run in 9 tries against Worcester
Saracens cruised to a convincing and entertaining 61-29 win over Worcester Warriors at the StoneX Stadium to cut the gap at the to…
PA
26 Dec 2021, 10:07
'They keep finding a way' - Borthwick reacts to Leicester cliffhanger victory
Tigers are the first team since Harlequins in 2011-12 to start a campaign with 10 successive Premiership victories.
PA
26 Dec 2021, 9:54
Wasps end winless run with victory over in-form London Irish
Hooker Dan Frost scored two tries as Wasps picked up a much-needed 38-30 over in-form London Irish in the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
26 Dec 2021, 9:36
Leaders Leicester leave it late to go 10 for 10 in 2021
Gallagher Premiership leaders Leicester preserved their unbeaten league record after claiming a dramatic 28-26 victory over Bristo…
PA
26 Dec 2021, 8:51
'There's always a story leading into them and we've talked about that'
Mike Blair insists there is still plenty more to come from Edinburgh as he prepares to lead his in-form side into a first 1872 Cup…
PA
26 Dec 2021, 8:39
'The only disappointment is we're not playing in front of a packed house'
Danny Wilson hopes high-flying Scottish pair Glasgow and Edinburgh can put on an entertaining spectacle in the first leg of their …
PA
26 Dec 2021, 7:41
Harlequins statement: Marcus Smith and Big Game 13 team change
Harlequins have explained the absence of both England 10 Marcus Smith and James Chisholm after the pair tested positive for Covid-…
Ian Cameron
26 Dec 2021, 7:02
Nick Tompkins: 'Leaving Saracens gave me a renewed love for a club where I feel trusted'
Nick Tompkins has emerged from the chaos of relegation with Saracens a better player and he wants to kick for club and country
LONG READ
Owain Jones
26 Dec 2021, 0:17
The most 'underrated' player in international rugby and the 'find' of the year
World Rugby's Breakthrough Player of the Year appreciates those that take their game to the next level, but it may not be the unhe…
RugbyPass
25 Dec 2021, 13:00
Newcastle-Sale clash called off due to Covid outbreak at Sharks
Cardiff’s meeting with Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship is also off.
PA
25 Dec 2021, 9:49
Cardiff's clash with Scarlets postponed after positive Covid-19 tests
Cardiff’s Boxing Day derby clash with Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship has been called off.
PA
25 Dec 2021, 5:04
Were the Springboks the world's best team in 2021?
They finished the season still holding World Rugby's number one ranking, but were the Springboks the world's best team in 2021?
RugbyPass
24 Dec 2021, 12:00
Ulster's URC meeting with Connacht on Boxing Day called off
Ulster’s United Rugby Championship clash with Connacht on Boxing Day has been postponed because of coronavirus.
PA
24 Dec 2021, 10:26
Benetton confirm superiority over Italian rivals Zebre Parma with dominant win
Benetton confirmed their current superiority over Italian rivals Zebre Parma with a dominant 39-14 United Rugby Championship victo…
PA
24 Dec 2021, 8:04
Liam Williams to make URC season debut for Scarlets
Liam Williams will make his URC season debut for Scarlets this weekend when they take on Cardiff on Boxing Day.
Kim Ekin
24 Dec 2021, 7:17
Rugby players shouldn't have to go public to elicit change
If we are to take anything away from this year, it’s that the power of collective voices in women’s rugby should not be taken …
Stella Mills
24 Dec 2021, 6:54
Ex-England 7s star Ben Gollings appointed head coach of Fiji
Former England Sevens star Ben Gollings has been appointed the new head coach of the Fijian Sevens team.
Ian Cameron
24 Dec 2021, 4:57
Forgotten England blindside to make first appearance of the season
Forgotten England backrow Mark Wilson is set to make his first appearance of the season on Boxing Day against Sale Sharks.
Sam Smith
24 Dec 2021, 4:41
Sam Underhill shifts position in return for Bath
Sam Underhill makes a slight positional adjustment as he to returns to the pack for Bath's West Country derby against Gloucester R…
Kim Ekin
24 Dec 2021, 4:20
Andrew Porter signs lengthy new IRFU contract
Ireland and Leinster Rugby prop Andrew Porter has signed an IRFU contract which will see him play his rugby in Ireland until at le…
Kim Ekin
24 Dec 2021, 2:50
Billy and Mako Vunipola to stay at Saracens
Billy and Mako Vunipola have confounded rumours that linked them with a move abroad, with the brothers re-signing with Saracecns. …
Sam Smith
24 Dec 2021, 2:34
A Springbok and a giant prop prospect among 3 re-ups at the Bulls
The Bulls have confirmed contract extensions for three players, including a Springbok and two of their most exciting young talents…
Kim Ekin
24 Dec 2021, 2:18
Chris Robshaw re-signs with San Diego Legion
Former England captain Chris Robshaw has re-signed with San Diego Legion for the 2022 MLR season.
Ian Cameron
24 Dec 2021, 1:57
Scotland centre Cam Redpath closing in on return to pitch
Bath have revealed that Scotland centre Cam Redpath is 'back running' in training and is nearing the end of his rehab from a bruta…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 11:00
Fish cops ban as decision handed down in both Muir and rare EPCR appeal
Cardiff cult hero Dan Fish has been handed down a ban for arising from his club’s Heineken Champions Cup Round 2 match against H…
Sam Smith
23 Dec 2021, 10:28
Ulster lock in trio, including two rising stars and an Ireland international
Irish province Ulser have locked in a trio of Christmas signing, with two rising stars and a fully fledged Ireland international a…
Kim Ekin
23 Dec 2021, 8:41
Bulls hint they have a replacement for Trevor Nyakane incoming
The Bulls are not ignoring the fact that they have issues in the front row. Earlier this week, many fans were questioning the fran…
Rugby365
23 Dec 2021, 7:03
'Grateful' Conor Murray signs on beyond Rugby World Cup
Munster, Ireland and Lions scrumhalf Conor Murray has signed a contract extension with the IRFU that will keep him in the country …
Kim Ekin
23 Dec 2021, 5:19
Unfortunate consequences of revised Super Rugby Pacific draw
The continuing impacts of the global pandemic have curtailed some of those important changes to Super Rugby Pacific for 2021 and l…
Opinion
Tom Vinicombe
23 Dec 2021, 4:39
WRU CEO pens open letter as regions to lose £100k per game
WRU CEO Steve Phillips has penned an open letter to fans as the sport faces into another bleak Christmas period thanks to Covid-19…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 4:25
England 10 Alex Lozowski to stay at Saracens
Former England player Alex Lozowski is staying at Saracens, having signed a new contract at the club.
Sam Smith
23 Dec 2021, 4:01
Scotland's Stuart Hogg publicly addresses rumours over Exeter future
Exeter Chiefs have said that Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg has "quashed speculation" that he is set to leave the club.
Kim Ekin
23 Dec 2021, 3:39
World Rugby move fast to outlaw law exploitation sweeping sport
World Rugby have moved fast to outlaw the latest law exploitation being used by clubs - issuing an amendment that will come into i…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 3:30
Marquee player rule change creating headaches for Prem clubs
A recent change to the marquee player rule is causing issues behind the scenes for Gallagher Premiership clubs.
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 2:47
Bath in race against time to learn new defensive system
England scrumhalf Ben Spencer admits new Bath defence coach Brent Janse van Rensburg is facing a race against time to sort out the…
Chris Jones
23 Dec 2021, 1:34
Lee Blackett: Three week Prem break the preferred option
Blackett is desperate for the English league to avoid the restrictions that will take effect in Welsh and Scottish sport.
PA
23 Dec 2021, 1:13
Edinburgh and Glasgow's 1872 Cup decider changes venue
The 1872 Cup decider between Edinburgh and Glasgow next month has been moved from BT Murrayfield to DAM Health Stadium.
PA
23 Dec 2021, 0:12
Super Rugby Pacific draw confirmed for inaugural season
The competition will get under way on Australian soil the same night, with the NSW Waratahs hosting the Fijian Drua, while a Super…
Sam Smith
22 Dec 2021, 18:03
After a year of mixed results, are the Wallabies on the right track under Dave Rennie?
The Wallabies started the season with a 2-1 home series win over France, securing the series 33-30 in Brisbane despite going down …
RugbyPass
22 Dec 2021, 13:21
'Brutal and sad': Kevin Gourdon has retired with immediate effect
La Rochelle have announced a pre-Christmas bombshell - the retirement of ex-French national team back-rower Kevin Gourdon at just …
Kim Ekin
22 Dec 2021, 6:29
Nick Grigg quits Glasgow after securing an early release from deal
Scotland international Nick Grigg will quit Glasgow at the end of the calendar year after agreeing to an early release from his co…
Kim Ekin
22 Dec 2021, 5:27
Dan Fish cited for an 80th-minute incident with Tyrone Green
Dan Fish has been one of the standout players for Cardiff in recent weeks but he now faces questions over an incident from last Sa…
Sam Smith
22 Dec 2021, 5:09
'Dying to get back out there': The buzz that Danny Care has missed
Danny Care returns to Twickenham next Monday with his love for the game rekindled by a title-winning season at Harlequins.
PA
22 Dec 2021, 4:12
Potts outlines his agenda after replacing Browne as the IRFU CEO
Kevin Potts has highlighted what is in his in-tray in Ireland after he succeeded the long-serving Philip Browne as the IRFU CEO.
Kim Ekin
22 Dec 2021, 3:52
Bath statement: Premiership club appeals four-game Will Muir ban
Bath are hoping Will Muir will enjoy a Brad Shields-like appeal outcome when he challenges his four-game ban on Thursday.
Kim Ekin
22 Dec 2021, 3:31
Rugby's greatest stadiums recognised in RugbyPass Hall of Fame
The 18th and final wave of inductees into the RugbyPass Hall of Fame has been revealed as rugby's most hallowed grounds were recog…
Sam Smith
22 Dec 2021, 3:15
Sean Lineen quotes Clint Eastwood as he quits Scottish Rugby
Ex-Kiwi copper Sean Lineen found fame as a player on the 1990 Grand Slam team but he played a crucial role post that with Scottish…
Kim Ekin
22 Dec 2021, 3:06
What we learnt from the women's game in 2021
It’s been a whirlwind year for women’s rugby, with some brilliant steps forward made in attendances, investment, and televisio…
Lucy Lomax
22 Dec 2021, 2:20
Leinster statement: Stephen's Day match versus Munster postponed
The traditional December 26 trip by Leinster to Munster is usually a massive festive fixture in the URC calendar but not this year…
Sam Smith
22 Dec 2021, 1:29
Andrew Brace: 'Abuse opened my eyes to the ugly side of social media'
Test referee Andrew Brace admits he was hit hard by social media trolls and says more should be done by World Rugby to protect off…
LONG READ
Ross Harries
22 Dec 2021, 0:36
David Campese overtakes Doug Howlett in vote for best-ever No 14
Wallabies legend David Campese has overtaken All Blacks great Doug Howlett to take the right wing spot in a fan-voted all-time XV.
Sam Smith
21 Dec 2021, 21:12
'I've still got a stone unturned': Wallabies star open to NRL return
Rugby Australia could lose a cross-code star back to rugby league after Wallabies star Tom Wright suggested he may return to the N…
Sam Smith
21 Dec 2021, 20:43
Kiwi-born Spanish player dies from head injuries after eight-metre fall
New Zealand-born Spanish rugby player Kawa Leauma has died from head injuries after reportedly falling eight metres from a buildin…
AAP
21 Dec 2021, 19:44
How much influence will Schmidt as an All Blacks selector actually have
Ian Foster might have inherited Hansen’s role, but he hasn’t assumed his stature. The Schmidt appointment is a good thing, as …
Opinion
Hamish Bidwell
21 Dec 2021, 16:19
Is Ian Foster the right coach to lead the All Blacks forward?
Ian Foster's All Blacks started the year with a big win over Tonga, which was followed by a 2-0 series win over Fiji. They then he…
Opinion
RugbyPass
21 Dec 2021, 15:29
Rugby's greatest referees inducted into RugbyPass Hall of Fame
The 17th wave of inductees into the RugbyPass Hall of Fame has been revealed with the finest referees to ever grace the game recog…
Sam Smith
21 Dec 2021, 13:27
Cardiff 'will take some convincing' to make South African URC return - Dai Young
Cardiff boss Dai Young says his club will "take a bit of convincing" to return to South Africa.
Paul Smith
21 Dec 2021, 8:37
'It would be an awful way to win a game'
A brilliant act of sportsmanship from Henley Hawks has reminded everyone that rugby's traditional values are still alive and kicki…
Paul Smith
21 Dec 2021, 7:43
Bristol boss Pat Lam worried for Premiership if Covid lockdown comes
Rugby union is facing an uncertain time amid the coronavirus pandemic.
PA
21 Dec 2021, 6:39
Andy Goode tweet sparks Bath takeover rumour
Paul Smith
21 Dec 2021, 6:19
Dillane confirms Connacht exit as rumours link him with Irish great
Connacht's Irish international second row Ultan Dillane has ended months of speculation by confirming he will leave the Galway Spo…
Paul Smith
21 Dec 2021, 5:09
Lam tells Bristol to ditch the Leicester Christmas buffet
Bristol boss Pat Lam has told his players to stop choosing from the tactical “buffet” and to deliver a set menu of moves to tr…
Chris Jones
21 Dec 2021, 4:01
Bath owner Bruce Craig steps aside as chairman for Ed Griffiths
Bath have announced that owner Bruce Craig will stand down as Chairman at the end of the 2021/22 season.
Paul Smith
21 Dec 2021, 3:15
'It's crazy mate' - Welsh rugby reacts to Government's 'hammer blow'
Welsh rugby has reacted strongly to Mark Drakeford's announcement placing all sport behind closed doors from Sunday.
Paul Smith
21 Dec 2021, 2:44
Ospreys v Dragons Boxing Day clash postponed
The region on Monday said 18 members of staff had returned positive results from testing on Thursday and Friday.
PA
21 Dec 2021, 1:19
Report: Cross-code star Suliasi Vunivalu linked with NRL return
Cross-code star Suliasi Vunivalu is reportedly considering quitting rugby union halfway through his two-year deal with the Reds to…
Sam Smith
20 Dec 2021, 20:51
'Part of my motivation': Nehe Milner-Skudder 'hopeful' of All Blacks recall
More than three years after playing the last of his 13 tests for the All Blacks, Nehe Milner-Skudder is refusing to eliminate the …
Interview
Alex McLeod
20 Dec 2021, 20:18
Rassie Erasmus leads vote for greatest coach of all-time
SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus currently leads a star-studded group of candidates in a poll for the greatest coach of a…
Sam Smith
20 Dec 2021, 14:43
RFU responds to claim it has a 'grudge' against Championship clubs
The RFU has received stinging criticism for funding cuts affecting English Championship clubs but Bill Sweeney has defended the de…
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 8:10
'It's hard to put into words...': Jonny Hill quits Exeter for Sale
Exeter have lost a second Test level lock this Monday, England's Jonny Hill joining Sale and following Scotland's Sam Skinner out …
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 7:24
Smith and Fish serve up a festive feast of rugby
Harlequins and Cardiff served up a festive delight while Leicester continued their unbeaten run as European rugby was ravaged by C…
LONG READ
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
20 Dec 2021, 5:44
'The s**t people don't see': Saracens CEO Wray pens letter to fans
Saracens CEO Lucy Wray had penned a letter to her club's supporters at the end of an eventful 2021 for the rejuvenated Premiership…
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 5:14
'Extremely hard decision': Sam Skinner quits Exeter for Edinburgh
The tightening Premiership salary cap has had an effect at Exeter as Scotland international Sam Skinner has signed for Edinburgh.
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 4:41
URC statement: New South African trip confirmed for Munster and co
Cardiff, Munster, Scarlets and Zebre have all been given new URC dates to return to South Africa despite their recent nightmare ex…
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 4:19
Ex-Wallabies boss Michael Cheika linked with shock Pro D2 switch
Ex-Wallabies boss Michael Cheika was unveiled as the new Japanese Green Rockets coach last May but a French Pro D2 rumour has now …
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 3:23
'Will add great value': Leicester back row Brink heads home to URC
South African players have played a major part in the rejuvenation of Leicester under Steve Borthwick but Cyle Brink has opted out…
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 1:50
'Good to be back': Nehe Milner-Skudder opens up on Hurricanes return
After a tumultuous few years, former All Blacks star Nehe Milner-Skudder is eager to make his mark after returning to the Hurrican…
Interview
Alex McLeod
19 Dec 2021, 20:49
Black Ferns boss speaks out following allegations made by key player
Black Ferns head coach Glenn Moore spoken publicly for the first time since allegations were made against him by Te Kura Ngata-Aer…
Sam Smith
19 Dec 2021, 19:06
Just five non-All Blacks selected in fan-voted all-time XV
Only five non-All Blacks, three of whom are Springboks, have been voted into a fan-selected all-time XV conducted by RugbyPass.
Sam Smith
19 Dec 2021, 15:15
Ifan Phillips' crowdfunding appeal raises almost 60,000 for prosthetic leg
Ifan Phillips’ crowdfunding appeal has raised over £58,000 for a prosthetic leg after he sustained life-changing injuries in a …
PA
19 Dec 2021, 11:58
'Ellis first came to me a few weeks ago' - Borthwick touches on Genge exit
Following his side's victory over Connacht, Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick touched on the exit of England prop Ellis …
PA
19 Dec 2021, 8:42
Leicester Tigers pushed all the way by Connacht
Leicester were tested to the limits by a spirited Connacht but a strong second-half rally saw the Tigers continue their impressive…
PA
19 Dec 2021, 7:39
Sharks still circling Sharks after De Jager deal falls through
The Cell C Sharks are said to still be circling their Gallagher Premiership namesakes - Sale Sharks - after a deal that would see …
Ian Cameron
19 Dec 2021, 7:26
Top 14 and ProD2 to cut salary cap further - reports
The Ligue Nationale de Rugby (LNR) in France are set reduce the salary cap in French rugby further - according to reports.
Ian Cameron
19 Dec 2021, 4:56
Paul Hill: 'I'm not going to kick Eddie Jones' door down and demand I get picked because that's not going to help anyone.'
Northampton Saints tighthead prop Paul Hill struggled with the early promotion to the England squad but the No 3 is now older and …
LONG READ
Owain Jones
19 Dec 2021, 2:07
The secret non-rugby activity that left Danny Care 'petrified'
Scrum-half Danny Care has revealed how a recent secret activity away from Harlequins left him petrified before he rose to the chal…
Liam Heagney
19 Dec 2021, 1:30
'It's an eye-opener...': The rebuilding of Leeds in National One
Results have been brutal for Leeds in recent years but ex-England full-back Jon Callard has now joined their National One rebuild.
Interview
Liam Heagney
19 Dec 2021, 1:00
What current All Blacks make of Malakai Fekitoa switching to Tonga
Malakai Fekitoa has given a revealing magazine interview where he talks about what his All Blacks pals have made of his switch to …
Liam Heagney
19 Dec 2021, 0:30
Charles Piutau set to launch rugby's first NFT
Charles Piutau has retreated outside to his garden. The family home is too busy and bustling with kids over-excited about the impe…
Interview
Sam Roberts
19 Dec 2021, 0:29
On This Day: Brian Ashton handed reprieve as England head coach
England head coach Brian Ashton was reappointed following an in-depth review into the state of the national team on this day in 20…
PA
18 Dec 2021, 22:21
Watch: Cheslin Kolbe's Toulon debut against Zebre
Toulon's star Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe made his much-awaited debut for his new club after leaving heavyweights Toulouse in t…
Sam Smith
18 Dec 2021, 22:14
New Zealand Rugby 'close' to break-even this year after NZ$34.6mil loss in 2020
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson is adamant trans-Tasman club rugby will go ahead in 2022 despite the growing threa…
AAP
18 Dec 2021, 19:04
'Honestly I felt it was a try. If it wasn't, I would say it wasn't'
Munster head coach Johann van Graan felt back-to-back Heineken Champions Cup wins were a timely tonic after “a real mental battl…
PA
18 Dec 2021, 18:22
'Bizarre end to the game': Castres flyhalf's puzzling decision
Munster's 19-13 win over the visiting Castres side on a weekend where many European games involving French teams were postponed en…
Sam Smith
18 Dec 2021, 14:34
Munster survive late Castres scare in Champions Cup
Jack O’Donoghue’s first Heineken Champions Cup try proved crucial as Munster struggled past Castres Olympique 19-13 scoreline …
PA
18 Dec 2021, 14:33
'Our biggest achievement so far': Glasgow rank cup win over Exeter as the best
Glasgow head coach Danny Wilson was delighted with the way his players performed in their 22-7 Champions Cup victory over Exeter b…
PA
18 Dec 2021, 14:08
Glasgow resurrect European hopes by beating Exeter in foggy Scotstoun
Glasgow resurrected their Champions Cup campaign and delivered a serious – but not fatal – blow to Exeter’s quarter-final as…
PA
18 Dec 2021, 11:52
'We are all being thrown curveballs - we had a couple of curveballs last night'
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson hopes his side will have the chance to build on their great start in the Heineken Champions Cup…
PA
18 Dec 2021, 8:39
Alex Dombrandt at the double as Harlequins see off gutsy Cardiff
Alex Dombrandt scored two tries as Harlequins made it two wins from two in the Heineken Champions Cup with a 43-17 victory over a …
PA
18 Dec 2021, 7:47
Former BlitzBok star Vuyo Zangqa lands Russian role
Former BlitzBok star Vuyo Zangqa is Russia’s new Sevens head coach. Zangqa will replace Alexander Yanyushkin, who took over the …
Rugby365
18 Dec 2021, 7:12
The Champions Cup matches that are actually going ahead this weekend
The Champions Cup is in turmoil as organisers scramble to find a window in the already crowded schedule to stage the seven matches…
Kim Ekin
18 Dec 2021, 3:38
The three facets of play that are costing Sale the most penalties
Director Alex Sanderson has his team's discipline foremost in his mind following the naughty aspects of the last two Sale performa…
Liam Heagney
18 Dec 2021, 2:59
On This Day: New Scotland deal for Frank Hadden
Frank Hadden ended speculation over his future by agreeing a new rolling contract to extend his stint as Scotland head coach, on t…
PA
18 Dec 2021, 1:56
'I've received death threats': Sacked Top 14 winner breaks silence
Ludovic Radosavljevic has spoken for the first time after racist remarks against Christian Ambadiang resulted in his sacking by Pr…
Liam Heagney
18 Dec 2021, 1:51
'Very unusual for us' - Mixed feelings for Dan McFarland after Ulster win
Dan McFarland was happy with the result but not the performance as his side beat Northampton 27-22 in the Heineken Champions Cup.
PA
18 Dec 2021, 1:09
'We probably have got a much better rugby player than we thought'
Jack Walker at Harlequins has proved to be one of the best summer signings in England, his excellence even surprising assistant Ad…
Liam Heagney
18 Dec 2021, 1:06
'He is a different shape to any other nine I have ever played against'
Ben Youngs is set to eclipse Jason Leonard as England’s most capped player, but the 32-year-old scrum half insists he is still l…
Chris Jones
18 Dec 2021, 0:55
Warming the bench for a once-in-a-generation talent
The little-known players toiling in the shadows of giants.
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
17 Dec 2021, 23:57
URC sides suffer three loses in Challenge Cup nightmare
Gloucester kick-started their Challenge Cup campaign with a bonus-point 54-25 win against Benetton at Kingsholm.
PA
17 Dec 2021, 15:26
Ulster hold off late fightback to beat Northampton
Ulster survived a last-quarter fightback by Northampton at Kingspan Stadium to make it two wins out of two in the Heineken Champio…
PA
17 Dec 2021, 15:11
Ben Youngs' motivation: 'The family. It's been a tough time'
Ben Youngs is determined to extract everything possible from the final years of his playing career knowing that his success is a s…
PA
17 Dec 2021, 14:16
Has Santa brought an early present for the All Blacks?
Joe Schmidt could be just the tonic that the All Blacks need.
LONG READ
Tony Johnson
17 Dec 2021, 9:56
The panic button the EPCR may well end up pushing - Andy Goode
We all knew Covid disruption was likely again in the Champions Cup this season and it’s anyone’s guess when these latest postp…
Andy Goode
17 Dec 2021, 7:07
Munster make five changes to their starting team to face Castres
Fresh from their exciting round one win at Wasps, Munster have named their team for their second round Champions Cup game versus C…
Kim Ekin
17 Dec 2021, 6:22
EPCR statement: Seven more round two European games are called off
It has been a bruising week for the credibility of European rugby as a total of ten Champions Cup/Challenge Cup matches have been …
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 5:32
Latham, Kearney and Robinson inducted into RugbyPass Hall of Fame at 15
The 15th wave of inductees into the RugbyPass Hall of Fame has been revealed with the finest fullbacks to ever grace the game reco…
Sam Smith
17 Dec 2021, 5:15
I really don't get it - Jim's Friday Five
Jim Hamilton looks are five talking points across the game of rugby heading into the second round of the Heineken Champions Cup.
Opinion
Jim Hamilton
17 Dec 2021, 4:29
Racing handed walkover after Ospreys pull out of trip to France
Racing versus Ospreys in Paris became this weekend's latest cancellation after the Welsh region admitted they were no longer able …
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 4:25
IRFU say they'll 'fully publish' reviews amid spat with players
The IRFU have said they will make the two ongoing reviews into the organisation public amid the fallout from last week's row with …
Ian Cameron
17 Dec 2021, 4:22
Spoilers of old helping Irish provinces set the pace in Europe
Will Ireland prove the spanner in the EPCR works for England and France?
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
17 Dec 2021, 4:10
Banned Brad Shields cleared to play again with immediate effect
Wasps were furious that Brad Shields was banned for four matches and their appeal to overturn the red card suspension has been suc…
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 3:52
O'Gara has his say on being the bookies' favourite for Munster job
La Rochelle boss Ronan O'Gara was installed as the 8/11 favourite when the bookies' market opened on who will become the new Munst…
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 3:35
London Irish sign hooker Tadgh McElroy on a season-long loan
Having followed a trial at Bristol by signing for Ealing, 2021 has taken another twist for Tadgh McElroy as he is now at London Ir…
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 3:00
What most impresses Leicester about breakthrough 21-year-old lock
Freddie Steward isn't the only academy graduate to impress at Leicester this season as Ollie Chessum has also caught Steve Borthwi…
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 2:23
The forgotten draw of rugby's David versus Goliath
When Toulouse overcame the challenge of la Rochelle in last year's Heineken Cup final the match boasted the two biggest packs asse…
Opinion
Jonathan Beardmore
17 Dec 2021, 2:03
Brett Gosper retains one regret from long stint as World Rugby CEO
After switching into a role with the NFL, Brett Gosper has looked back on his time as World Rugby CEO and revealed his one major r…
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 1:48
How Exeter view 'unique' brother-vs-brother scrum-half challenge
It has become very interesting at Exeter in recent weeks with Jack Maunder now being challenged for No9 selection by his younger b…
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 1:17
Superstar Jerry Tuwai still part of Fiji sevens and being lined up for key role
Fiji rugby official are confident double Olympic gold medal winner Jerry Tuwai will continue to spearhead the country’s sevens t…
Chris Jones
17 Dec 2021, 0:46
Howlett, Campese, Underwood among newly-inducted RugbyPass Hall of Fame No14s
The 14th wave of inductees into the RugbyPass Hall of Fame has been revealed with the finest wingers to ever grace the game recogn…
Sam Smith
16 Dec 2021, 12:00
'He's taken a huge pay cut' - Ellis Genge to Bristol not about money
Ellis Genge rejected the prospect of earning more money at Leicester to join his home-town club Bristol next season, according to …
PA
16 Dec 2021, 11:20
'It looks stupid': The story behind rugby's shortest-ever loan
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has explained the reasons why new Scotland cap Ewan Ashman had rugby's shortest-ever loan last month at G…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 10:56
Multiple cancellations incoming as French government impose travel bans
New travel restrictions brought in by the French government are threatening to play havoc with the weekend’s Heineken Champions …
PA
16 Dec 2021, 10:32
Leinster statement: Province 'disappointed' with walkover decision
Leinster were set to fly to France on Friday morning to face Montpellier in the Champions Cup but they have had their wings clippe…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 10:26
Mastercard and World Rugby's 'Youth Unstoppables'
Youth Unstoppables is a unique digital content series championing 17 inspirational young female athletes from around the world. Th…
RugbyPass
16 Dec 2021, 9:27
Bristol Bears sign England prop Ellis Genge
Bristol Bears have verified the worst kept secret in rugby, confirming the signing of England prop Ellis Genge, whose dramatic exi…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 8:37
'It's a weird thing' - How the Duane Vermeulen Ulster signing went down
Springbok No.8 Duane Vermeulen has shed some light on why he ended joining Ulster - and it sounds like it was touch and go on his …
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 8:31
Edinburgh to lose Scotland international Ben Toolis
Edinburgh have confirmed that they are set to lose Scotland international Ben Toolis, who is moving on at the end of the season.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 7:44
'Bollocks': What Ellis Genge said in 2020 about loyalty in rugby
Ellis Genge leaving Leicester has lit up social media - amid the debate it's worth recalling his January 2020 interview about rugb…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 6:44
Covid-19 hit Leinster opt for 6-2 split and rookie faces in backline
Covid-19 hit Leinster have opted for a 6-2 split on the bench and some rookie faces in the backline as they face the daunting task…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 5:18
Toulon debut for Cheslin Kolbe 16 weeks after quitting Toulouse
Springboks winger Cheslin Kolbe is set to make his debut for new club Toulon, who forked out a fortune in August to sign him from …
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 5:13
No Biggar but Lawes set for a 'reunion' with Henderson in Belfast
Dan Biggar has been excluded by Northampton but fellow 2021 Lions Courtney Lawes and Iain Henderson will be lining out in Belfast.…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 4:40
Bath winger cops ban for 'contact with eye area' of Leinster flanker
Bath wing Will Muir has been banned for making contact with the eye area of Leinster's Josh van der Flier during his side's Heinek…
Sam Smith
16 Dec 2021, 4:38
Schmidt will help All Blacks see themselves through northern eyes
Joe Schmidt has a deep understanding of Northern Hemisphere rugby, which can only benefit the All Blacks.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
16 Dec 2021, 4:33
'Shocker' - Andy Goode floats theory over hefty Brad Shields' ban
Andy Goode has a theory as to why the Wasps' backrow Brad Shields copped a hefty ban for a controversial hit last weekend was so l…
Kim Ekin
16 Dec 2021, 3:44
Wasps deliver their verdict on makeshift midfielder Josh Bassett
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has sifted through the wreckage of their loss to Munster and has given a verdict on Josh Bassett as a make…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 3:30
Glasgow Warriors hold on to Test Lion Ali Price
British & Irish Lions and Scotland scrumhalf Ali Price has put pen to paper on a new contract with Glasgow Warriors.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 3:24
The 'Welsh prop pride' Adam Jones felt seeing Cardiff vs Toulouse
Harlequins assistant Adam Jones has outlined his 'Rocky-like' respect for the props who fronted up last weekend for Cardiff in an …
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 2:47
The Women's Rugby Association: A turning point for the game?
It seems like Christmas has come early this year for all those involved in the women’s game. After what seems like months of dif…
Stella Mills
16 Dec 2021, 1:44
Hooper's 'big decision' reaction to van Graan's Bath appointment
Struggling Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper has been speaking about the club's recruitment of Johann van Graan as its new head…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 1:43
Juan Imhoff on his ongoing Los Pumas abscence
Juan Imhoff says the constant strain of having to operate in a COVID bubble away from home means he is unlikely to be pulling on..…
Chris Jones
16 Dec 2021, 0:40
Tributes flow after the passing of former Tongan international Taniela Moa
Former Auckland, Blues and Tonga player Taniela Moa has passed away at age 36 leading to tributes from his former teams.
Sam Smith
15 Dec 2021, 19:16
Joe Schmidt on why his start date as an All Black selector is after the Ireland series
Ireland were incredibly successful under Schmidt, winning three Six Nations titles including a Grand Slam in 2018 and becoming the…
Ben Smith
15 Dec 2021, 14:19
Codie Taylor the latest senior All Black to ink long-term deal
All Blacks, Crusaders and Canterbury hooker Codie Taylor has become the latest top player to recommit long term to New Zealand Rug…
Online Editors
15 Dec 2021, 11:45
'Way less competitive': How reduced Premiership cap has hit market
The reduced Premiership salary cap was a major talking point for Rob Baxter at this week's Exeter media briefing before round two …
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 11:34
Hilarious bulldog video diary is keeping the banned Erasmus busy
Banned Springboks rugby boss Rassie Erasmus is keeping busy with a video series very different from the footage that landed him in…
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 11:21
Ex-Wales prop Aaron Jarvis will retire after Friday's Dragons game
Former Wales prop Aaron Jarvis will call it quits following this weekend's Challenge Cup fixture for Dragons versus Lyon at Rodney…
Kim Ekin
15 Dec 2021, 9:53
Captain fantastic Sarah Hirini collects hat-trick of NZ Rugby awards
Black Ferns Sevens captain Sarah Hirini has collected three major prizes at the 2021 ASB New Zealand Rugby Awards, including the s…
Online Editors
15 Dec 2021, 9:42
England match adds to All Blacks' revenge mission in 2022
Given how the 2021 international season ended, with the All Blacks going down to Ireland and France in successive weeks, Ian Foste…
Opinion
Tom Vinicombe
15 Dec 2021, 8:26
'Feels harshly done': Wasps to appeal the Brad Shields ban
Wasps have revealed they will be appealing the ban that was announced on Wednesday for Brad Shields after his European red card.
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 8:24
'This is a personal decision': Ellis Genge to leave Leicester
Club captain and England prop Ellis Genge has revealed he will leave Leicester Tigers at the current season for personal reasons.
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 7:32
Peter Horne to switch into coaching after confirming retirement
Glasgow midfielder Peter Horne won 45 caps for Scotland and was also in the squads that competed at the World Cup in 2015 and 2019…
PA
15 Dec 2021, 6:05
Brad Shields is banned after contesting last Sunday's red card
Brad Shields decided to contest the red card he picked up for Wasps last Sunday and he has now learned his fate following his hear…
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 5:51
Smith, O'Driscoll among newly-inducted RugbyPass Hall of Fame No13s
The 13th wave of RugbyPass Hall of Fame inductees has been revealed with the game's finest No13s getting recognised on Wednesday.
Sam Smith
15 Dec 2021, 5:29
Hooper survives as Bath only give van Graan the head coach role
Director of rugby Stuart Hooper had dodged a bullet at Bath as Johann van Grann will only become the head coach at the club next s…
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 5:13
Saracens forced to concede Saturday's European game in France
Beaten by Edinburgh last Saturday in the Challenge Cup, Saracens have now suffered a second blow on their return to European compe…
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 4:42
Why Leicester have eyes on 'back five of the scrum' Irish approach
Leicester have won all 10 league and European games so far in 2021/2022 but Steve Borthwick has his attention piqued by their next…
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 2:39
England confirm November 2022 schedule includes All Blacks game
England have given themselves a mini-World Cup for November 2022, arranging a four-match programme that includes the All Blacks.
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 2:03
Joe Schmidt outlines what he will offer the All Blacks as selector
Ex-Ireland boss Joe Schmidt has detailed how he can help the All Blacks succeed in his new role as independent selector.
Alex McLeod
14 Dec 2021, 20:27
All Blacks selections set to change with Joe Schmidt onboard
Don't be surprised to see the All Blacks change the way they select players after having recruited former Ireland boss Joe Schmidt…
Alex McLeod
14 Dec 2021, 19:25
'Really sad': Pablo Matera opens up on Jaguares' axing from Super Rugby
Two years after nearly leading the Jaguares to a breakthrough title, Pablo Matera is back in Super Rugby with the team that beat h…
Alex McLeod
14 Dec 2021, 18:14
Crusaders provide update on Mo'unga's Super Rugby Pacific availability
Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson has provided an update on Richie Mo'unga's availability for the beginning of next year's Supe…
Alex McLeod
14 Dec 2021, 16:20
'Yes, we don't have the same budget as other teams but...'
Tigers boss Steve Borthwick on why fallen giants Leicester are now thriving again in England and Europe despite the reduced salary…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 11:15
Rugby Pod rages over Poite: 'An absolute cowboy of a referee...'
The Rugby Pod are raging over the latest red card incident involving Romain Poite, the referee who sent off Wasps' Brad Shields la…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 11:03
Bath, Sale and Pau players cited, two for alleged eye contact
EPCR citing commissioners have been busy as three players have been cited after round one in Europe, including Will Muir of Bath.
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 10:29
'No Japanese team wants to keep Australian players forever'
The chairman of Japan's new rugby union competition says he supports a model where Australian players contracted to Japanese clubs…
AAP
14 Dec 2021, 9:21
The biggest benefit of bringing in Joe Schmidt as an All Blacks selector
Joe Schmidt will add some fresh thinking to the All Blacks selection process next season and there's more than a few problem posit…
Opinion
Tom Vinicombe
14 Dec 2021, 8:55
'Astronomical': Cardiff GPS numbers off the charts versus Toulouse
Cardiff have reflected on how a Champions Cup team padded out with semi-professionals and academy players did against Toulouse.
PA
14 Dec 2021, 8:46
Earls of wisdom
Munster and Ireland wing is inspiring the next generation by talking openly about his struggles with bipolar disorder
LONG READ
Garry Doyle
14 Dec 2021, 8:31
Further positive tests at Leinster and Montpellier ahead of Friday
Friday's Montpellier versus Leinster Champions Cup clash in France has been affected by yet more players testing positive for Covi…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 8:22
Munster injury update leaves Joey Carbery in race for Six Nations
Joey Carbery is set to possibly miss the start of the 2022 Six Nations campaign with Ireland after a Munster medical bulletin upda…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 7:24
O'Gara the early Munster favourite but bookies' list intrigues
Ronan O'Gara is the early favourite with the bookies after the decision by Johann van Graan to hand in his notice at Munster on Tu…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 6:48
Bath appoint South African defence coach 19 days after urgent call
Bath have appointed Brent Janse van Rensburg as their new defence coach 19 days after an internal review at the Premiership strugg…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 6:01
Sergio Parisse is looking for an Italy recall at the age of 38
Sergio Parisse, the legendary Azzurri No8, has this week revealed he has had talks with Kieran Crowley about playing for Italy aga…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 5:25
Four World Cup-winning No 12s among newly RugbyPass Hall of Fame inductees
The 12th wave of RugbyPass Hall of Fame inductees has been revealed, the game's finest second-fives getting recognised on Tuesday.
Sam Smith
14 Dec 2021, 4:08
Tamaiti Williams' focus on tighthead prop just the tonic NZ rugby needs
After a rock-solid introduction to Super Rugby in 2021, Tamaiti Williams is set to make a massive impact on the competition next y…
Interview
Tom Vinicombe
14 Dec 2021, 4:01
'There's work to do': RFU appoints head of diversity and inclusion
The RFU has appointed Jatin Patel as their first head of diversity and inclusion to evolve and drive strategy across four strategi…
Kim Ekin
14 Dec 2021, 3:42
Watch: The jaw-dropping jump by Harry Potter into a French moat
Winger Harry Potter scored a try for Leicester and then disappeared from view 117 seconds later with a dramatic jump in Bordeaux. …
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 2:59
Bath target van Graan has handed in his notice to quit Munster
Munster boss Johann van Graan has turned down a two-year extension and will instead quit the Irish club at the end of the current …
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 2:32
Watch: Newcastle score the fastest ever try in European history
Newcastle midfielder Max Wright shaved four seconds off the record for the fastest ever European try with his score last weekend.
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 1:33
Pablo Matera relieved to join Crusaders after challenging year
The Crusaders have finally unveiled new signing Pablo Matera eight months after announcing they had signed him, but the Los Pumas …
Alex McLeod
13 Dec 2021, 22:02
Ian Foster reveals how new selector Joe Schmidt can help the All Blacks
The recruitment of Joe Schmidt has been widely heralded as a coup for the All Blacks, and Ian Foster has outlined why exactly that…
Alex McLeod
13 Dec 2021, 20:10
Jordie Barrett at 12 can provide what has been missing since Laumape left
The All Blacks could do with Laumape right now. Instead, it appears Tonga will eventually benefit from his services in midfield.
Hamish Bidwell
13 Dec 2021, 15:29
New Zealand Rugby confirm Joe Schmidt's appointment as All Blacks selector
New Zealand Rugby has announced the appointment of former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt as an independent All Blacks selector.
Alex McLeod
13 Dec 2021, 15:25
Wallabies youngster Hunter Paisami signs on until 2023 World Cup
Hunter Paisami has shunned overseas offers to extend his contract with Rugby Australia and the Reds in a boost for the Wallabies' …
AAP
13 Dec 2021, 15:04
'Rugby has to revisit the purpose of the TMO and get referees to make decisions'
It is a sign of the times that the identity of the TMO has become almost as significant as that of the match referee, while touch …
Opinion
Paul Smith
13 Dec 2021, 10:03
'Disappointing' - IRFU hit back after 62 players sign scathing letter of complaint
The IRFU have hit back at a group of over 60 women's players who have penned a withering letter to the Irish government, complaini…
Ian Cameron
13 Dec 2021, 9:21
Leinster halt training in Dublin as a 'precaution'
Leinster have postponed training until Tuesday as they await the latest PCR testing results. The Irish province said last week tha…
PA
13 Dec 2021, 8:40
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