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Irish fears that RWC reject Kieran Marmion would take up English offer have ended
A starter in the November 2018 win over New Zealand, World Cup rejection hit the Connacht scrum-half so hard that he seriously con…
Online Editors
19 Nov, 6:10
Sponsorship expert's stark warning for 'toxic' Saracens
After deciding not to appeal the 35-point deduction and a £5.3million fine imposed by Premiership Rugby, the credibility of the L…
Chris Jones
19 Nov, 5:35
Analysis: The one area of Rieko Ioane's game that needs fixing before he can become an international centre
Everyone is aware of what Rieko Ioane can do in attack when firing, but he needs to fully develop his game to not only become a ce…
Ben Smith
18 Nov, 22:38
Former Wallabies coach comes out swinging at departing Rugby Australia chairman
A former Wallabies coach has called on Rugby Australia chairman Cameron Clyne to leave the organisation immediately following the…
Online Editors
18 Nov, 22:11
'I would hate to ever go through what we had to do in 2017': Warren Gatland's plea to the Premiership ahead of 2021 Lions tour
Warren Gatland doesn't want a repeat of what happened leading into the 2017 Lions tour of New Zealand.
Online Editors
18 Nov, 20:26
'The tears kept rolling down my face': Eddie Jones opens up about Wallabies sacking and his greatest regret
Eddie Jones has revealed the moment in his career which left him tears - the day he was sacked as the Wallabies head coach.
Online Editors
18 Nov, 19:32
Warren Gatland admits All Blacks coaching ambitions despite turning down current opportunity
Warren Gatland has not ruled out the prospect of coaching the All Blacks in future despite having ruled himself out of considerati…
Online Editors
18 Nov, 19:12
Exeter sign Argentina international to cover injury crisis
Exeter Chiefs have moved to avoid an injury crisis by signing Argentinian prop Enrique Pieretto until the end of the season.
Online Editors
18 Nov, 14:04
The depressing reaction to Justin Tipuric's rumoured move
Reports emerged over the weekend in The Rugby Paper that Wales and British and Irish Lions flanker Justin Tipuric could make a £5…
Josh Raisey
18 Nov, 13:34
Salary cap scandal: Which Premiership club is next in the firing line?
Reigning Champions Cup and Gallagher Premiership winners Saracens released a statement confirming they will not contest the fine a…
Josh Raisey
18 Nov, 13:04
Eddie Jones' fears for Saracens' England players
Eddie Jones fears Saracens' many England players could be negatively affected by the salary cap scandal that has left the club in …
Ian Cameron
18 Nov, 11:59
Munster confirm Mathewson to leave club this week
Munster have confirmed that scrum-half Alby Mathewson will leave the province following Saturday's Heineken Champions Cup game aga…
Online Editors
18 Nov, 11:03
Samu Kerevi addresses outrage at Fiji switch reports
Wallabies centre Samu Kerevi caused quite a stir recently with comments made at a function in Fiji about switching allegiances ahe…
Josh Raisey
18 Nov, 10:38
The key questions as Saracens accept punishment for salary cap breaches
English and European champions Saracens have accepted their punishment of a 35-point deduction and fine of more than £5million ov…
Online Editors
18 Nov, 9:59
Scottish Rugby confirm All Blacks Test
The All Blacks and Argentina will join Japan as Scotland’s opponents in the 2020 Autumn Tests at BT Murrayfield.
Online Editors
18 Nov, 9:02
Saracens: Why we're not appealing salary cap punishment
Saracens have confirmed that will not be appealing the £5.4million fine and 35-point penalty imposed for infractions over the co…
Ciarán Kennedy
18 Nov, 7:02
Deadline rapidly approaches for embattled Saracens
The English and European champions have reported;y decided not to contest the £5.4million fine and 35-point penalty imposed.
Online Editors
18 Nov, 5:29
'Unfortunately, recently, much of the focus of the media has been directed at myself' - Rugby Australia chairman falls on sword
Rugby Australia Chairman, Cameron Clyne has fallen on his sword, announcing that he will not stand for re-election at the completi…
Online Editors
18 Nov, 5:07
This is how Aussie politicians have reacted to the latest 'reprehensible' Folau comments
Scott Morrison has blasted Israel Folau's "appallingly insensitive" comments, while Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese called the …
Online Editors
18 Nov, 4:34
After goading Sale wing, ex-teammate not beyond targeting Stuart Hogg's hair line
On Saturday, Glasgow Warriors will come up against one of their greatest heroes, a man who enjoyed near-god-like status during his…
Jamie Lyall
18 Nov, 3:49
Down to two? Another contender drops out of All Blacks coaching race
The race to be named the next All Blacks coach has lost a major contender.
Online Editors
18 Nov, 1:10
The growing value drain on Super Rugby is teetering on starting a death spiral
The flush of private money into the club game will no doubt exacerbate the growing value disparity between the domestic game in th…
Ben Smith
18 Nov, 0:54
The next generation: The Super Rugby stars the All Blacks could replace their departing veterans with
It's going to be a big ask to replace Kieran Read, Ben Smith, Sonny Bill Williams, Ryan Crotty and Matt Todd, but we've provided s…
Alex McLeod
18 Nov, 0:02
Former All Black Rene Ranger set for the United States as Major League Rugby's newest marquee signing
Former All Blacks utility back Rene Ranger is the latest ex-international star to head to the United States to play in the Major L…
Alex McLeod
17 Nov, 19:50
Eddie Jones: How England's reaction to All Blacks victory proved to be costly in World Cup final
England head coach Eddie Jones believes the reaction from his side's World Cup semi-final victory over the All Blacks ultimately p…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 18:56
Kiwis in Europe: Owen Franks and Matt Proctor start on right foot in Champions Cup
Owen Franks and Matt Proctor have made winning starts to their Northampton Saints’ careers.
Campbell Burnes
17 Nov, 18:01
'I am done with the Sharks' - 'Beast' Mtawarira considering overseas offers
Tendai “Beast” Mtawarira has confirmed he is considering offers to continue his remarkable rugby career outside South Africa, …
Chris Jones
17 Nov, 17:00
Steve Hansen stayed on two years too long as All Blacks head coach says former NZR boss
Former New Zealand Rugby CEO David Moffett believes Steve Hansen and his All Blacks coaching staff stayed on two years too long, a…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 16:19
'It's tough to take of course' - McCall pleased with Saracens' fighting spirit despite hard defeat to Racing 92
The reigning English and European champions, who were without the majority of their England World Cup contingent, were sunk 30-10 …
Online Editors
17 Nov, 15:50
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Round 1
XV of the week from Round 1 of the 2019/20 Heineken Champions Cup, which saw a clean sweep of wins for the four Irish provinces an…
Alex Shaw
17 Nov, 13:41
Saracens humbled in Paris
Holders Saracens suffered defeat in the opening match of their Heineken Champions Cup title defence after going down 30-10 to Raci…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 12:46
Andy Goode can't resist online dig after Saracens humbling
Former England flyhalf turned pundit Andy Goode couldn't resist delivering a number of digs into Saracens after their humbling at …
Ian Cameron
17 Nov, 12:15
'Dan is the best in the world at what he does'
Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd praised the performance of Dan Biggar after the Wales fly-half kicked 20 points to get hi…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 11:52
Dan Biggar personal points haul on return for Northampton secures victory
Dan Biggar kicked 20 points to steer Northampton to an impressive 25-14 victory over Lyon in their Heineken Champions Cup opener a…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 11:41
Connacht mark return to Champions Cup with giant killing
Connacht marked their return to Heineken Champions Cup rugby in memorable style with a terrific 23-20 victory over Montpellier at …
Online Editors
17 Nov, 10:42
Nigel Owens backs Guscott's populist law change proposal
Arguably rugby union top's referee - Nigel Owens - has backed a radical law change proposal put forward by former England centre t…
Ian Cameron
17 Nov, 7:51
'My first ever comms and my mic didn't work… I was crying inside' - BOD on punditry gaffes, Saracens cheating, time-wasting scrums and Ireland hosting a World Cup
Brian O'Driscoll is eloquence-personified as he remembers his embarrassing punditry debut, chastises Saracens, slams the refereein…
Liam Heagney
17 Nov, 7:06
Folau makes shocking claim about bushfires that claimed six lives
Sacked rugby union star Israel Folau says the bushfires that have devastated the country and claimed six lives are God's way of pu…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 6:18
Tipuric offered massive deal by Bristol Bears - reports
Star Welsh flanker Justin Tipuric has been offered a massive deal by Bristol Bears - according to UK media sources.
Ian Cameron
17 Nov, 5:55
Saracens set for dramatic about-turn on salary cap - reports
Premiership champions Saracens won’t prolong the salary cap scandal as they are set to accept their punishment, according to the…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 5:04
Kerevi wants to ditch Wallabies and jump ship for 2023 RWC
Wallabies vice-captain Samu Kerevi says he wants to ditch Australia and line out for Fiji at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Ian Cameron
17 Nov, 4:40
Doping in South African rugby? Brian O'Driscoll isn't jumping on the Neil Francis bandwagon
Allegations of a doping culture being rife in South African rugby have arisen in the wake of their recent World Cup win, but an Ir…
Liam Heagney
17 Nov, 3:13
Joe Marler calls for 'cowardly' scrum acts to be outlawed in a passively aggressive Twitter rant
England and Harlequins prop Joe Marler has caused a stir on social media by tweeting about required changes to the scrum laws foll…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 23:58
The Season 5 with Hamilton Boys High 1st XV - Episode 2
Training ramps up a gear as the team hits the gym to complete their final phase of strength work, while the leadership group…
RugbyPass
16 Nov, 22:38
Embarrassed Harlequins' fans not sold on Gustard's promise after 'too many soft losses'
With just one win from their opening four Premiership starts, Harlequins opened their European campaign with a 53-21 humbling at t…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 21:33
'I'll get it right' - Gustard vows to fix Harlequins after 32-point hammering by Clermont
Gustard is well aware that fans will expect more from his team and is demanding a response when Quins host Bath in their second po…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 19:20
'We went away to France in round two last year and got beaten by Toulouse' - Leinster boss wants to avoid another French pantsing
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen hailed his returning international contingent after their 33-19 bonus point victory over Benetton R…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 15:28
Rob Baxter: 'It's as if the machine is back and purring'
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter insists the “machine is purring again” after his side opened their European Champio…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 15:20
Munster make short work of Ospreys in Champions Cup opener
Munster opened their Heineken Champions Cup campaign with a 32-13 bonus point victory over Ospreys at the Liberty Stadium.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 15:15
Clermont crush Harlequins in Champions Cup opener
Harlequins suffered a heavy defeat in their Heineken Champions Cup opener at Clermont Auvergne on Saturday, losing 53-21.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 15:08
Eddie Jones suffers Twickenham defeat as Barbarians boss
England coach Eddie Jones’ spell at the helm of the Barbarians was an unsuccessful one as his team lost 33-31 to Fiji at Twicken…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 14:57
How a short Dublin walk felt like a millions miles on Saturday for one set of Leinster brothers
The Irish province got their latest Champions Cup campaign up and running against an easy on the eye Benetton on a day of mixed em…
Liam Heagney
16 Nov, 14:09
Jonah Holmes scores four tries as Leicester cruise past Pau
Tigers' new campaign in the Gallagher Premiership has been pretty miserable, but the European Challenge Cup proved a useful divers…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 13:09
Garry runs rings around Benetton as Leinster triumph
There was no World Cup hangover for one of Ireland's starters in their quarter-final hammering by New Zealand as he put Benetton t…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 12:58
Exeter secure bonus point win at La Rochelle
The Chiefs' have failed to deliver in the Champions Cup, their European form often a shadow of their Premiership power, but they s…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 12:51
Conor O'Shea bails out of Italian job with immediate effect
With Franco Smith contracted to take up a role in Italy in 2020, rumours had been swirling around the Irishman's position and he h…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 12:33
Eddie Jones implies he lost 'vigorous selection debate' that cost England in RWC final
England head coach Eddie Jones has further elaborated on the week leading up to the Rugby World Cup final in Yokohama, suggesting …
Ian Cameron
16 Nov, 11:40
Late Lydia Thompson try seals England victory over France
Lydia Thompson’s last-minute try saw England beat France 17-15 in Exeter on Saturday.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 10:53
Ulster pay heavy price for win over Bath
Ulster squeezed out a vital 17-16 victory at Bath in their opening match in Pool Three of the European Champions Cup.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 10:37
Glasgow edge out Faf-less Sale Sharks
DTH Van Der Merwe’s try gave Glasgow a winning start to their Champions Cup campaign as they edged out Sale 13-7.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 10:22
Ulster Rugby face anxious wait after both star summer signings injured
Ulster Rugby's two big summer signing look like spending a significant chunk of the season on the sidelines after a double whammy …
Ian Cameron
16 Nov, 9:27
Gavin Henson says he'll take lie detector test over Gatland doping comments
Former Welsh playmaker Gavin Henson says he's prepared to take a lie detector test following Warren Gatland's comments about a pot…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 7:07
Rugby player banned for life for on-field attack on referee
A South Otago rugby player has been banned from playing the sport in New Zealand after punching a referee.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 5:26
A tale of two very different rugby teams set on one bruising collision course
Two clubs set on very different narrative trajectories will slug it out today. Jamie Lyall previews Glasgow Warriors versus Sale S…
Jamie Lyall
16 Nov, 4:53
Worcester Warriors thrash Enisei-STM in European Challenge Cup opener
Worcester started their European Challenge Cup campaign by running in nine tries in a 57-14 rout of Russian club Enisei-STM.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 4:18
'There is a lot little details if you come into our team you will spot straightaway. One example - we don't have fines'
Kieran Crowley has transformed the miserable fortunes of Benetton Treviso in the last three years and assistant Marco Bortolami ha…
Liam Heagney
16 Nov, 4:02
'This guy is intimidating': Kieran Read reveals his toughest opponent
As he prepares for life away from the All Blacks, departing New Zealand skipper Kieran Read has opened up about the opponents he f…
Online Editors
15 Nov, 23:36
Springboks urged to clean sweep All Blacks to prove their world champion credentials
South Africa are being urged to prove their status as world champions with a clean sweep over the All Blacks next year.
Online Editors
15 Nov, 22:49
Sonny Bill Williams could feature in Hollywood film following return to rugby league
The man who secured Sonny Bill Williams' return to rugby league claims Hollywood has been in touch with the Toronto Wolfpack.
Online Editors
15 Nov, 19:48
2020 Super Rugby: The players set to take Super Rugby by storm
In 2020, there will be plenty of opportunities for rising stars to make their mark on Super Rugby, so here is a look at the top ca…
Online Editors
15 Nov, 18:48
Gloucester beaten by Toulouse in Champions Cup opener
The Cherry and Whites built themselves a generous interval lead, but they lost their way in the second half with their lineout esp…
Online Editors
15 Nov, 17:53
Former Lions skipper Sam Warburton has landed a surprise new role
After a spell of TV punditry and writing his autobiography, the 2013 and 2017 Lions skipper has decided to take the plunge into co…
Online Editors
15 Nov, 12:41
Saracens in no way weak heading to Paris despite so many missing players
With so much focus foisted on Saracens in the wake of the salary cap scandal, it has crept under the radar that the XV chosen to f…
Josh Raisey
15 Nov, 12:19
Allen Clarke on the fight to ensure his fate at Ospreys isn't similar to fellow Irishman Jackman at Dragons
The Swansea-based club's poor start to this season has sharped the focus on whether their Irish boss can stay the course unlike wh…
Liam Heagney
15 Nov, 11:37
Is this the weekend that could turn Leicester Tigers' miserable season around?
Having fluffed their lines in 2018/19, it has been a miserable start to 2019/20 for the East Midlands club who hope the return of …
Josh Raisey
15 Nov, 9:29
Saracens pick just four of their Champions Cup final XV for opener in Paris
Between the World Cup and the salary cap sanctions, continuity has been difficult at the crisis-hit Londoners who head to Paris wi…
Liam Heagney
15 Nov, 8:18
'As someone from the southern hemisphere, it is a phenomenal achievement just to get out of your group'
Johann van Graan tackles why the Irish province isn't more respected for a quarter-final record bettered by only four rival clubs …
Liam Heagney
15 Nov, 7:36
'Commercially, it has been a disappointment... lots of reasons for that'
When EPCR was set-up following the civil war that ended ERC, organisers believed the new Champions Cup's revenues would monster th…
Liam Heagney
15 Nov, 5:13
It's put up or shut up time for Premiership clubs in Champions Cup
It's a crunch season for Premiership clubs in the Champions Cup as - Saracens aside - they look to bounce back from years of below…
Alex Shaw
15 Nov, 4:31
'I'm picking the French to make up half of this year's quarter-finalists' - Andy Goode
Don’t count Saracens out just because of the salary cap controversy and the club providing so many players to England's World Cu…
Andy Goode
15 Nov, 4:22
Kieran Read reveals the interaction with Richie McCaw that left him 's******* himself'
Outgoing All Blacks captain Kieran Read has opened up about one of his first interactions with Richie McCaw that left him 's******…
Online Editors
14 Nov, 23:33
'Three-horse race': Leading contender ruled out as All Blacks coach
The battle for the next All Blacks head coach is down to only three contenders, according to a leading New Zealand rugby broadcast…
Online Editors
14 Nov, 22:00
Marika Koroibete credits Michael Cheika after being awarded John Eales Medal
Michael Cheika may be on the nose with disillusioned Wallabies fans but he's a hero to newly crowned John Eales medallist Marika K…
Online Editors
14 Nov, 21:02
Warren Gatland's shock revelation: I suspected Wales player of doping
Warren Gatland has admitted he had suspicions that a Welsh player had been using performance enhancing drugs.
Online Editors
14 Nov, 18:52
Clive Woodward left perplexed by Shaun Edwards' latest move
Twelve years after England previously missed out on the former Wasps coach, the 2003 World Cup-winning boss is bemused that France…
Josh Raisey
14 Nov, 13:20
'Siya got hit in the mouth at school and was bleeding... I just remember him bouncing guys and carrying on'
Edinburgh's Mike Willemse has never forgotten his first encounter as a 14-year-old with Siya Kolisi... he was utterly transfixed b…
Jamie Lyall
14 Nov, 12:50
Sonny Bill Williams is unveiled by his new Canadian side... in London
Super League newcomers Toronto Wolfpack made sure they grabbed the media spotlight in England by unveiling the former All Black at…
Josh Raisey
14 Nov, 12:14
'It's about people, 63 young players and 32 staff... the complexities, the dynamics, the feelings of those relationships'
Stuart Hooper thought he still had some time to learn the ropes but Todd Blackadder's early exit from Bath plunged him into the di…
Liam Heagney
14 Nov, 11:15
The Gentleman's Code - Rugby Documentary
RugbyPass has the pleasure of promoting a documentary which follows the Latvian rugby club, Miesnieki, one of the oldest in the Ea…
Tom Parker
14 Nov, 10:26
Schalk Brits has revealed the special game he wants to play just before his 40th birthday
It was Wednesday when it emerged the popular South African hooker was retiring for a second time but even that announcement was pr…
Chris Jones
14 Nov, 8:20
World Rugby's 'agreement' with the SRU hasn't gone down well in Scotland
A resolution has finally been reached in the World Cup row between World Rugby and the Scottish Rugby Union, but Scotland fans are…
Josh Raisey
14 Nov, 7:39
Double World Cup winner Frans Steyn sounds ready to put the farm before rugby
Fresh from creating history as a two-time World Cup winner with the Springboks, the 32-year-old has turned his attention to his cl…
Online Editors
14 Nov, 6:55
The god-awful hospital pass Wayne Pivac just received and his likely course of treatment
The new Wales coach is presumably no fan of roller-coasters, but he must have watched the World Cup as if strapped to the mother o…
Owain Jones
14 Nov, 5:35
'The foundations for sustained Fijian performance are now in place'
Fiji general manager Geoff Webster is set to leave his role at the FRU this month, leaving quite the impressive legacy for his suc…
Alex Shaw
14 Nov, 5:05
Scotland's typhoon row with World Rugby is finally over following release of latest statement
It was the major row of the recent World Cup, the antagonistic way Scotland thew the toys out of the pram when their fixture with …
Online Editors
14 Nov, 4:33
'Those answers don't just come in 24 hours' - Mark McCall urges patience around Saracens' salary cap drama
The director of rugby is determined to keep his squad as united as possible.
Online Editors
13 Nov, 23:39
Warren Gatland explains why he said England had already played their final against the All Blacks
Gatland explained in-depth his recent comments about England having already played their 'final' against the All Blacks, drawing o…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 20:59
Wasps' Paolo Odogwu's ban for flying kick will sideline him until Christmas
The 22-year-old was sent off by referee Tom Foley after catching Rohan Van Rensburg with a boot to the face when jumping to catch …
Online Editors
13 Nov, 18:20
The Hurricanes' plan for Jordie Barrett and the vacancy left by his older brother
With the departure of older brother Beauden during the off-season, there have been suggestions that Barrett would be a surprise ch…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 17:24
Eddie Jones responds to Bill Sweeney's claim that England contract extension would make sense
The RFU chief executive admitted earlier this month that it makes sense for the 59-year-old Australian to continue until the World…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 14:35
Schalk Brits has retired... and this time he insists it is for good
The retired hooker was in a bar in Ibiza when Rassie Erasmus first rang him about the comeback that has culminated in World Cup su…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 13:20
Gatland names nailed-on 2021 Lions and they're mostly Englishmen
British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has suggested that his squad to face world champions South Africa in the 2021 Li…
Josh Raisey
13 Nov, 13:08
Eddie Jones plays spoilsport with the Bastareaud experiment
Having successfully come through a Top 14 stint playing at No8 with Lyon, hopes were high that Mathieu Bastareaud would continue t…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 12:41
'Ever since I have been at Saracens, we have been universally disliked... it's not really new to us'
After dealing with a lively reception from the crowd at Gloucester, Alex Lozowski's Saracens are next off to Paris as they try to …
Chris Jones
13 Nov, 11:59
Gatland's fury over England's antics following Wales' 2019 Six Nations win
The now former Wales coach has just released a book where he takes umbrage at how Eddie Jones' beaten team behaved in the aftermat…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 11:19
Does anyone really know what to expect from Shaun Edwards' appointment?
It's finally officially confirmed that the former Wales assistant has thrown his lot in with France, but will they listen to him o…
Josh Raisey
13 Nov, 9:57
'Everyone says we're a million dollars, working hard, pushing more in the gym, running further... but so is everyone else'
After their longest-ever pre-season, Harlequins arrived into the new Premiership campaign looking to make a statement but it hasn'…
Liam Heagney
13 Nov, 9:19
Du Preez places his Springboks hopes on 'doing a Faf' at Sale
Having seen Faf de Klerk become a national hero in South Africa, Robert du Preez is hoping a rich vein of form at Sale can force h…
Chris Jones
13 Nov, 8:11
Toulon ready to cut their losses on All Black Milner-Skudder - reports
Toulon made a big show last December after securing the signatures of Eben Etzebeth and Nehe Milner-Skudder for the 2019/2020 seas…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 6:55
McCall: Full facts of Saracens' salary cap breach 'will come out in due course'
Having initially gone to ground and skipped the Champions Cup launch last week after Saracens were found guilty of Premiership sal…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 5:45
Pollard signs for Brumbies
The Brumbies have confirmed that highly-rated Australian U18 hooker Billy Pollard has committed to Rugby Australia and the Brumbie…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 5:26
RFU swoop for Pendlebury as England U18s head coach
The RFU have moved to fill the vacant England U18s head coach position, replacing the departed Jim Mallinder with Wasps academy ma…
Alex Shaw
13 Nov, 4:59
Racing 92 have finally issued a statement regarding the absent Leone Nakarawa
It has been one of the most bizarre post-World Cup stories, Leone Nakarawa's failure to report back for club duty with Racing, and…
Liam Heagney
13 Nov, 4:50
No let-up in Saracens' recruitment as utility South African forward is lined-up
Saracens' salary cap saga doesn't seem to have put the brake on their recruitment plan as it is claimed they are in line to sign a…
Online Editors
13 Nov, 4:20
The five burning questions New Zealand's Super Rugby sides need to answer following their squad announcements
Following the announcement of the New Zealand Super Rugby squads yesterday, what are the burning questions each side needs to answ…
Alex McLeod
13 Nov, 1:41
The Kane Hames mystery: Chiefs break silence on All Black's omission
Having missed the last two years of Super Rugby due to health concerns, Kane Hames will not feature in the 2020 season.
Online Editors
13 Nov, 0:37
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson opens up on losing Tony Brown's support for top All Blacks role
Scott Robertson has spoken of his disappointment at hearing Tony Brown had decided to support Jamie Joseph in his push to be the n…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 20:36
'It's replayed every day': Eddie Jones reveals his World Cup final mistake
Eddie Jones has revealed one area where he "probably made a mistake" for the World Cup final against South Africa.
Online Editors
12 Nov, 19:46
'They [Te'o-Brown] weren't the only two players that had differences, there were others...'
Asked to comment on the England football row, Eddie Jones referred back to the Ben Te'o-Mike Brown incident and suggested it wasn'…
Josh Raisey
12 Nov, 14:56
One pro team's huge turnover: just two players are at Ulster longer than 27-year-old Iain Henderson
Iain Henderson debuted for Ulster as a 20-year-old in 2012 surrounded by a hugely experienced squad... now just two players are le…
Liam Heagney
12 Nov, 14:21
Heyneke Meyer and his assistants ousted at Stade Francais - reports
Heyneke Meyer and his staff may have coached their last game at Stade Francais after reports from France claim the club is set to …
Alex Shaw
12 Nov, 12:00
Barbarians boss Eddie Jones has created a new position for Mathieu Bastareaud
It was only November 2 when England lost the World Cup final but Eddie Jones sounds like he has quickly rediscovered his appetite …
Josh Raisey
12 Nov, 11:07
'I've felt like I've been hungover for twelve months'
After concussion recently caused David Denton to call time on his rugby career, he has told the Rugby Journal how much it affected…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 9:11
Wales' decision to play Davies against the All Blacks is now under scrutiny
Jonathan Davies played through the pain barrier in Wales' semi-final defeat and with the seriousness of his knee injury now diagno…
Josh Raisey
12 Nov, 8:39
Boks quash speculation surrounding the Webb Ellis Cup's missing lid
It has been the talk of social media... exactly what has happened to the lid of the Webb Ellis Cup during the Springboks' champion…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 8:00
Devastating injury prognosis for Jonathan Davies, but at least Rhys Patchell should be back sooner
Wayne Pivac isn't yet a wet week in the Wales job but his 2020 Six Nations campaign has suddenly become more difficult with confir…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 6:25
Two less-heralded Fijian players ready to light up Twickenham versus the Barbarians
Fiji will lack their usual star power against the Barbarians at Twickenham next Saturday, but there are two particularly gifted ta…
Alex Shaw
12 Nov, 5:50
'Cancer was not in my mind... you never think it is going to be you'
Johnny Williams has given a compelling insight to the BBC on what it was like to go from scoring for England in June to getting ch…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 5:28
Saracens lose their rookie loosehead for the rest of the season
Fresh from the salary cap drama that will see them deducted 35 points and fined £5.3million if their appeal is unsuccessful, Sara…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 4:51
Beauden Barrett set to kickstart a new era of Blues rugby as Rieko Ioane springs positional switch
Beauden Barrett will kickstart a new era for the Blues as Rieko Ioane looks to re-establish his credentials in a new position.
Online Editors
12 Nov, 3:21
Crusaders name strong squad in quest for Super Rugby four-peat despite All Black exodus
The Crusaders squad for 2020 has been named, with a number of debutants in the side, and some familiar faces who will be named in …
Online Editors
12 Nov, 3:09
Life with Beauden starts for fresh-look Hurricanes squad
Highly rated prop Tyrel Lomax and lock Scott Scrafton are two big additions to the Hurricanes squad for the 2020 Investec Super Ru…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 2:55
Chiefs prepare for Retallick-less season under Gatland with rookie-packed squad
The Gallagher Chiefs squad for 2020 has been announced and will feature nine rookies, eight current All Blacks, six Maori All Blac…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 2:32
Highlanders set for life without long-serving stars by welcoming a host of new names
It's out with the old and in with the new for the Highlanders as they welcome 15 new faces into their side for the 2020 Super Rugb…
Alex McLeod
12 Nov, 2:31
Former Wallabies prop Toby Smith quits rugby following concussion issues
Hurricanes prop Toby Smith has announced he has opted not to renew his contract with the Hurricanes to preserve his long-term heal…
Online Editors
12 Nov, 2:22
What the Springboks' World Cup win means for full-scale centralised contracting
South Africa are a groundbreaking team for many reasons – the first side to win the World Cup after losing a pool match, the fir…
Ben Smith
11 Nov, 23:48
Why Warren Gatland believes the 2021 Lions tour of South Africa is set to have an 'extra edge'
There is a lot to look forward to for Warren Gatland when the British and Irish Lions clash with South Africa in two years' time.
Online Editors
11 Nov, 20:58
Warren Gatland's reason behind saying no to the All Blacks job
Warren Gatland reveals his reasoning behind turning down an invitation to apply for the All Blacks head coach position.
Online Editors
11 Nov, 17:24
The one line in the salary cap rules that's likely to become a legal battleground for Saracens
Saracens' alleged breach of Premiership Salary Cap rules could come down the interpretation of one sentence in the 57-page 'Salary…
Ian Cameron
11 Nov, 15:58
Nigel Wray receives unlikely backing of comedy legend
Saracens have endured one of the worst weeks off the field in living memory as they were handed a £5.36m fine by Premiership Rugb…
Josh Raisey
11 Nov, 14:24
World Cup hangover avoidance - All 4 Irish provinces vetted ahead of Europe
After the 2015 Rugby World Cup, no Irish team qualified for the quarter-finals of the Champions Cup for the first time since 1997/…
Ciarán Kennedy
11 Nov, 12:30
Midfield mass: The changing weight of centres since the 1987 Rugby World Cup to present day
The centres have also seen quite an evolution over the years, and that is made no clearer than comparing the finalists in each Rug…
Josh Raisey
11 Nov, 10:38
How the PRO14's whipping boys helped produce two World Cup winners
It may have been apt that the various Rugby World Cup winning Springboks’ trophy tour of the two major Eastern Cape cities shoul…
Online Editors
11 Nov, 9:29
England's other giant Pacific Island No.8 wants his jersey back
The Bristol Bears pulled off a sensational victory against the Exeter Chiefs on Sunday, fighting back from a 17-0 deficit at halft…
Josh Raisey
11 Nov, 9:11
Harlequins look to football for new CEO signing
Harlequin have looked to the round ball game for their new CEO, announcing the appointment of Laurie Dalrymple as Chief Executive.
Online Editors
11 Nov, 8:52
In defence of Nigel Wray
Nigel Wray is not just an important rugby man, but a great one.
Jonathan Beardmore
11 Nov, 7:05
Bath evolution under Hooper places stake on the heavyweights
The Bath front row are beginning to look like a solid foundation piece for Stuart Hooper as he continues to put his stamp on the c…
Alex Shaw
11 Nov, 5:23
Kiss: How Naholo behaved in London Irish training shows he's not just about the pension pot
Les Kiss, the London Irish head coach, insists All Black Waisake Naholo has a key mentoring role to play at the club and believes …
Chris Jones
11 Nov, 5:22
Former Ireland lock suggests asterisk beside Springboks RWC win
Controversial Irish pundit Neil Francis has suggested putting an asterix beside the Springboks Rugby World Cup win due to the prol…
Ian Cameron
11 Nov, 4:30
'He's going to come in fit and healthy': Chiefs shoot down Aaron Cruden's injury concerns
The Chiefs aren't worried about Aaron Cruden's recent injury history in the wake of his return to the Hamilton franchise.
Online Editors
11 Nov, 0:27
Wayne Smith's warning to New Zealand Rugby about next All Blacks coach
Former All Blacks assistant coach Wayne Smith has sent a warning to NZR as the race to replace Steve Hansen gets underway.
Online Editors
10 Nov, 23:09
England coach Eddie Jones eyes shock league switch 'at some point in his career'
England rugby coach Eddie Jones wants to coach in the NRL, and a Sydney newspaper has named the club he supposedly wants to take o…
Online Editors
10 Nov, 21:27
Cory Jane pranks Hurricanes fans on Twitter over return of ex-All Blacks star
There may have been some shock Super Rugby signings over the past 48 hours, but the Hurricanes haven't joined in on the act.
Online Editors
10 Nov, 20:43
Lam believes Bristol laid down a 'major marker' after comeback win at Exeter
Pat Lam described Bristol’s stunning victory at Exeter as a “major marker” for the season after his side came back from a 17…
Online Editors
10 Nov, 18:09
Leicester fans reach for the pitchforks after heavy loss to recently promoted London Irish
The mood down at Welford Road has quickly soured after Leicester's poor start to the Gallagher Premiership resulted in a heavy 36-…
Online Editors
10 Nov, 17:10
Murphy: 'They wanted it more than us'
London Irish boss Declan Kidney told his side to express themselves before the Exiles inflicted a heavy 36-11 defeat on Leicester …
Online Editors
10 Nov, 14:48
High drama at Sandy Park as Bristol pull off remarkable fight back
Bristol completed a remarkable recovery by scoring a last-minute try through Dan Thomas to beat Exeter 20-17 and move top of the G…
Online Editors
10 Nov, 12:51
Phipps and Naholo star as London Irish thump Leicester Tigers
A thoroughly dominant display by Premiership new-boys London Irish delivered a valuable 36-11 bonus-point win over Leicester Tiger…
Online Editors
10 Nov, 12:29
Southern Kings made a little bit of history this weekend
Indiscipline lost the Toyota Cheetahs further momentum but there was unbridled joy for their fellow South African team, the Isuzu …
Online Editors
10 Nov, 12:17
Bevan try snatches last-gasp victory for Wales over Ireland
Keira Bevan’s last-gasp try gave Wales a 15-13 victory at the UCD Bowl and denied Ireland a maiden November Test victory.
Online Editors
10 Nov, 11:52
Cipriani slated after swapping Kingsholm poor showing for X Factor audience
Gloucester flyhalf Danny Cipriani is being slated online after driving away from a mediocre performance at Kingsholm to make an ap…
Ian Cameron
10 Nov, 11:21
Recap: Exeter vs Bristol LIVE | Gallagher Premiership
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Gallagher Premiership match between Exeter Chiefs and Bristol Bears at …
RugbyPass
10 Nov, 8:32
'I couldn't have asked for a more fulfilling career with the Springboks'
Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok backrow forward, Francois Louw, has called time on his international career.
Online Editors
10 Nov, 5:35
'He has probably got more hair products than my wife does'
As skipper at Sale, Jono Ross is well-placed to have an insight on the World Cup's most talked about hairstyle... he also talks So…
Liam Heagney
10 Nov, 5:07
Munster's pursuit of Springbok stars begs questions of IRFU stance on Aki
It looks very odd that a move abroad would end Bundee Aki's Ireland career, yet the penny-pinching IRFU is planning to happily acc…
Liam Heagney
10 Nov, 4:00
Marchant move to the Blues could be just the beginning
Quins centre Joe Marchant is set for a loan move to the Blues for the 2020 Super Rugby season and the unprecedented move could pro…
Alex Shaw
10 Nov, 3:29
RugbyPass premiere of The Season 5 with Hamilton Boys High 1st XV - Episode 1
The most successful First XV in the country over the last ten years is undoubtedly Hamilton Boys High School, based in the North I…
RugbyPass
09 Nov, 22:52
Aaron Cruden homecoming complete for 2020 Super Rugby season
Cruden, 30, returns to the club from French side Montpelier, having already played in more than 80 matches for the Hamilton club b…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 22:18
Why New Zealand Rugby is up against it to produce a World Cup-winning All Black side in 2023
Based on what is bubbling below the surface at under-20 level, it will be one of the greatest ever achievements for New Zealand Ru…
Ben Smith
09 Nov, 21:53
'Haters gonna hate, hate, hate, players gotta play' - Saracens' coach's 'Taylor Swift' attitude after Gloucester win
Saracens responded in the first game since Premiership Rugby handed down punishments for salary cap infringements by dispatching G…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 17:20
Andrew Conway's 50-metre solo effort saves Munster from provincial rivals Ulster
Andrew Conway provided a match-winning try of real class as Munster battled past Ulster in a 22-16 Guinness PRO14 derby win at Tho…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 15:23
Mark McCall's Saracens admission is unlikely to go down well with EPCR
The under-fire Gallagher Premiership champions overcame the most troubling of weeks to beat Gloucester 21-12 at Kingsholm.
Online Editors
09 Nov, 14:58
Cardiff Blues back to winning ways
Cardiff Blues ended their four-game winless run in the Guinness PRO14 with a 30-17 victory over the 14-man Cheetahs.
Online Editors
09 Nov, 14:43
England centre Marchant to make Super Rugby switch in 'ground-breaking move'
Harlequins centre Marchant has signed a three-year contract extension with the London Club, until 2023. Additionally, in a ground-…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 14:14
Bath survive red card to halt Premiership pacesetters
Bath shrugged off the dismissal of wing Aled Brew early in the second half to topple the Premiership’s early pacesetters with a …
Online Editors
09 Nov, 14:02
Horne terrorizes as Glasgow sweep aside Zebre
George Horne crossed for two first-half tries as Glasgow eased to a 31-7 Guinness PRO14 victory over Zebre at Stadio Sergio Lanfra…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 13:53
Saracens shrug off salary cap crowd shaming to succeed at Gloucester
The London club were mocked by home fans following their £5million fine and 35-point deduction.
Online Editors
09 Nov, 12:38
James Hook inaccuracy costs Ospreys victory
Ospreys replacement fly-half James Hook missed two late penalties as Southern Kings hung on to register a 16-14 victory – their …
Online Editors
09 Nov, 12:33
Harlequins suffer shock loss to Worcester
Jamie Shillcock’s second-half try powered Worcester to a 19-14 win over Harlequins at The Stoop, securing their second league wi…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 12:22
Recap: Munster vs Ulster LIVE | Guinness PRO14
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness PRO14 match between Munster and Ulster at Thomond Park.
RugbyPass
09 Nov, 11:58
Mark McCall has finally broken his silence over Saracens' salary cap breaches
Saracens' director of rugby failed to turn up at Wednesday's Champions Cup launch following the Premiership salary breaches announ…
Liam Heagney
09 Nov, 10:20
Saracens supporters 'abused in the street'
Saracens supporters have been abused in the street in the wake of this week’s punishment over breaches of salary cap rules.
Online Editors
09 Nov, 9:54
Wasps wing apologises for behaviour in aftermath of red card
Wasps wing Paolo Odogwu has apologised for his behaviour in the aftermath of his red card for accidental kick to the face of forme…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov, 9:25
Recap: Gloucester vs Saracens LIVE | Gallagher Premiership
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Gallagher Premiership match between Gloucester versus Saracens at Kings…
RugbyPass
09 Nov, 8:53
Exeter had sit down with players over salary cap controversy
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter put the debate over Saracens’ salary cap controversy to his players this week in an effort t…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 6:36
The positional square-off facing England's Wilson at Sale Sharks
After a busy summer, Sale Sharks have perhaps not made the start to the Gallagher Premiership season that they would have wanted.
Josh Raisey
09 Nov, 6:03
Cheetahs admit they want to play on artificial pitch
The Toyota Cheetahs will be hoping the artificial field in Cardiff this weekend will help them break their duck on their first Eur…
Online Editors
09 Nov, 5:41
Beaumont in hospital following Sale Sharks win over Wasps
Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond revealed that lock Josh Beaumont had gone to hospital following a nasty-looking knee i…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov, 4:37
'I've already committed now': England players reveal how response to All Blacks haka didn't go to plan
It may have iconic, but it has been revealed by members of the England squad that the idea of advancing towards the All Blacks' di…
Online Editors
08 Nov, 23:41
Sonny Bill Williams' surprise omissions in touching 'thank you' to New Zealand rugby
There were some big names absent from Sonny Bill Williams' heartfelt farewell video to New Zealand rugby.
Online Editors
08 Nov, 22:13
Australia shaping as front runner to host 2027 World Cup with USA primed for 2031 tournament
The Rugby World Cup could be set to return to the southern hemisphere for the first time in 16 years as Australia appears to lead …
Online Editors
08 Nov, 21:35
Why the All Blacks job is 'not in Warren Gatland's intermediate future'
Chiefs' chief executive Michael Collins believes Warren Gatland has no interest in becoming the new All Blacks coach in his short-…
Online Editors
08 Nov, 18:19
Edinburgh win entertaining clash brimming with open rugby
Dragons contributed to their own downfall against Edinburgh with a string of errors at key moments, ultimately paying the price fo…
Online Editors
08 Nov, 17:52
Red card completes Wasps' night of misery in Manchester
An attritional contest at the AJ Bell Stadium ended with Sale winning by 10 points and both teams reduced to 14 players, Wasps suf…
Online Editors
08 Nov, 17:24
Leinster thrash rivals Connacht in one-sided Irish derby
Five tries in a terrific 27-minute spell had defending PRO14 champions Leinster 35-6 clear by half-time in Galway against a Connac…
Online Editors
08 Nov, 17:07
Retiring Hartley's parting shots for the online nauses and trolls
The former England and Northampton skipper confirmed his retirement from rugby on Thursday and he was busy in the aftermath on soc…
Josh Raisey
08 Nov, 12:39
Selecting the next man in at Glasgow will be a task of seismic importance for SRU
All the indications are that Dave Rennie will be leaving Glasgow at the end of this season, creating a vacancy that the SRU must w…
Jamie Lyall
08 Nov, 11:51
Former sevens boss urges fans to trust clubs like Exeter with post-RWC player welfare
With player welfare a hugely important topic, one former coach is defending Exeter for selecting World Cup final players to play i…
Josh Raisey
08 Nov, 10:54
'Saracens are going to be quite emotional... like a bear with a sore head'
It has been a tumultuous salary cap week in the Gallagher Premiership and Gloucester might have drawn the short straw in being the…
Liam Heagney
08 Nov, 9:13
A post-World Cup rest? Not if you're an England player at Exeter
Despite England's World Cup campaign only finishing last weekend in Japan, Exeter have decided to not to give their three players …
Online Editors
08 Nov, 8:10
Ex-All Black Naholo wings in for his London Irish debut
It was February when London Irish confirmed the RugbyPass story that Waisake Naholo would be joining them... now the former All Bl…
Online Editors
08 Nov, 7:39
Six major issues on Wayne Pivac's Wales to-do list
With the World Cup over, Wayne Pivac is now officially the Wales coach and his honeymoon period will be brief given the number of …
Owain Jones
08 Nov, 6:05
A bizarre reason has emerged as to why Leone Nakarawa has yet to report for duty at Racing
It's a month since Fiji exited the World Cup but Racing are still waiting on Leone Nakarawa to report back for duty even though Pa…
Online Editors
08 Nov, 5:11
Cheika's Montpellier move set to be fast tracked?
Michael Cheika's switch to the Top 14 and Montpellier could come sooner than expected - RugbyPass understands
Ian Cameron
08 Nov, 4:38
England set for Japanese return eight months after World Cup final loss
England made a swift retreat from Japan following their World Cup final defeat in Yokohama, but they will be back in the Far East …
Online Editors
08 Nov, 4:25
Chiefs dismiss Steve Hansen's criticism of Warren Gatland's Lions sabbatical
The Chiefs have rebuffed Steve Hansen's critique of the Super Rugby contract that will allow new coach Warren Gatland to take a se…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 21:17
26 coaches who could replace Steve Hansen in the race to become next All Blacks boss
The search for Steve Hansen's replacement as All Blacks head coach is well underway at New Zealand Rugby headquarters.
Alex McLeod
07 Nov, 20:56
Chiefs announce Warren Gatland's backroom staff
There is one new face who will join Warren Gatland in the Chiefs' coaching ranks next season.
Online Editors
07 Nov, 15:39
Tributes galore for the retiring Dylan Hartley... even referee Nigel Owens has wished him well
Dylan Hartley had his controversies over the years, but it is a measure of the former England and Northampton hooker that so many …
Josh Raisey
07 Nov, 15:05
European chairman's stark message for some fellow rugby administrators - stop holding the sport back
Heading into his fifth season as EPCR chairman, Simon Halliday is demanding better governance for professional rugby and calls on …
Liam Heagney
07 Nov, 13:54
Sonny Bill Williams joins Toronto Wolfpack
All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams has given thanks to the New Zealand rugby community and fans following the announcement …
RugbyPass
07 Nov, 13:20
Why Boks had the World Cup final won as early as the pre-game coin toss
Much has been made about how the Springboks physically dominated England, but a former South African assistant has made a startlin…
Josh Raisey
07 Nov, 12:41
Retiring Dylan Hartley explains why best day of his career wasn't with England
Dylan Hartley has enjoyed some memorable achievements with England, but the now-retired Test skipper has described a particular da…
Josh Raisey
07 Nov, 9:46
Why handing Saracens' last two titles to Exeter would only create more controversy
The Saracens salary cap row has led to call for their 2018 and 2019 titles to be taken from them, but simply giving the honours to…
Josh Raisey
07 Nov, 8:49
What happens now for England Rugby?
The problem is that England never took the game. Even when the momentum swung their way, England did not put their foot on the thr…
Conor Wilson
07 Nov, 8:46
Six Ireland players named in Leinster 23 for Connacht
Leinster have welcomed back six Ireland players to their matchday squad to take on Connacht in their first interprovincial derby o…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 8:04
Harlequins' Danny Care latest to blast Saracens - 'Stick them in the Championship'
Saracens have come in for plenty of flak following the outcome of the salary cap investigation and Quins scrum-half Danny Care is …
Alex Shaw
07 Nov, 7:56
Dylan Hartley retires with 'immediate effect'
Having battled with a troublesome knee injury throughout 2019, Dylan Hartley, the former England skipper, has finally admitted def…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 7:19
Scottish Rugby fined and told to write 'meaningful apology' by World Rugby
Scottish Rugby have been fined and have been told to write a 'meaningful apology' by World Rugby following their comments during t…
Ian Cameron
07 Nov, 7:07
New world championship series possible following reports of meetings in Japan
World Rugby failed to get their Nations Championship series idea over the line earlier in 2019, but discussions between ten nation…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 5:53
O'Gara: Why 'it's probably better' that Sexton doesn't captain Ireland
Former Ireland 10 Ronan O'Gara has suggested that he doesn't think Jonathan Sexton is the natural choice for the Irish captaincy.
Ian Cameron
07 Nov, 5:40
Pollard the latest Springbok facing stint on sidelines following World Cup final injury
RugbyPass revealed on Tuesday how Lood de Jager would likely need surgery to fix his World Cup final shoulder injury... now Handre…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 4:43
'No, I don't live my life with regret' - Munster's van Graan on missing last Saturday's Boks triumph
A young spectator at the grounds for South Africa's two previous World Cup wins, Johann van Graan has no regrets at missing the th…
Liam Heagney
07 Nov, 3:10
'He was cold to me' - Ronan O'Gara reveals Steven Hansen's suspicions over having an Irish Crusaders coach
O'Gara joined the Crusaders as an assistant coach in 2018, spending two seasons working under Scott Robertson before being appoint…
Online Editors
06 Nov, 22:32
Analysis: What the Springboks did to dismantle England's attack
If you are going to win games by kicking three’s, then you better have a special defence. And the Springboks certainly did, one …
Ben Smith
06 Nov, 22:07
'If you commit a robbery in the UK you get a rollocking. You may go to prison for six months' - Sale coach Diamond calls for harsher Saracens punishment
The champions were handed a 35-point deduction in this season’s Gallagher Premiership and fined £5.36million.
Online Editors
06 Nov, 18:00
Rugby Australia working group will question every Wallabies player after World Cup flop
Former Wallaby and cricket administrator Pat Howard is part of a three-person panel who will review the Wallabies' 2019 season fol…
Online Editors
06 Nov, 17:31
Nakawara case raises awkward questions about Top14's treatment of PI players
Racing 92 lock Leone Nakawara’s no-show to training since the Rugby World Cup is one story this week that could have major conse…
Josh Raisey
06 Nov, 16:15
The Nigel Wray video message: Don't expect a fire sale
The club provided several members of England’s World Cup final team.
Online Editors
06 Nov, 15:45
Saracens salary cap scandal is bigger than bloodgate - Andy Goode
The Saracens salary cap scandal is seismic for English rugby, it’s bigger than bloodgate and there will be more fallout to come.
Andy Goode
06 Nov, 12:30
'My first few games at Bath, I didn't really know how to play rugby'
Over five years ago, in his early days at the storied old Recreation Ground, a teenage Adam Hastings felt like a little boy in a …
Jamie Lyall
06 Nov, 12:03
'Beast' calls it quits after Boks' RWC win
Very few players get to go out on their own terms but Tendai ‘Beast’ Mtawarira is a rare exception, calling time on his Test c…
Online Editors
06 Nov, 10:21
'We won one, but I lost two and it's horrific and terrible'
The former lock says the best remedy after a painful World Cup defeat is getting together and winning again.
Online Editors
06 Nov, 9:43
Robshaw: Rugby has lost high ground over football thanks to Saracens
Robshaw doesn’t hold his tongue in condemning Saracens’ accounting shenanigans, even though Harlequins were well off the pace …
Liam Heagney
06 Nov, 7:32
Go easy on the England players, they're not the first RWC team to take off medals
The reaction to some of the England team refusing to wear their silver medals after the Rugby World Cup final has been staggering …
Josh Raisey
06 Nov, 7:18
Baxter hits full truth mode after Saracens no show at EPCR launch
Saracens were handed a 35-point deduction in this season’s Gallagher Premiership and fined more than £5million for breaching th…
Online Editors
06 Nov, 6:09
O'Gara: The call Eddie Jones didn't make that may have cost England RWC
Former Ireland flyhalf and current La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara has suggested that Eddie Jones' refusal to bend the rules d…
Ian Cameron
06 Nov, 5:35
EPCR release short, ominous statement on Saracens
The EPCR have released a statement in the wake of the furore over Saracens and their alleged breach of the Premiership salary cap.…
Online Editors
06 Nov, 4:42
The extradordinary roll of the dice Mark McCall must make with his Saracens academy
The academy at Saracens has been synonymous with excellence, but can it save the club from the salary cap sanctions that threaten …
Alex Shaw
06 Nov, 2:49
Wallabies set for leftovers from All Blacks head coach race
A high-octane battle to be next All Blacks coach is under way and Australian rugby could be waiting to scoop up their pick of the …
Online Editors
06 Nov, 0:37
Pete Samu extends contract with Brumbies and Rugby Australia
Wallabies back-rower Pete Samu has bounced back from missing out on the World Cup to extend his contract with Rugby Australia and …
Online Editors
05 Nov, 23:56
Rugby Australia announce three-man review panel as search for new Wallabies head coach beckons
116-test Wallabies legend Nathan Sharpe is part of a three-person panel who will review Australia's 2019 season following their Wo…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 23:40
Japan reportedly on brink of 'shock' Six Nations invite following Rugby Championship 'dithering'
Japan could be set for an invite into the Six Nations following their spectacular run to the World Cup quarter-finals, according t…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 22:25
Manu Tuilagi reportedly targeted by Toronto Wolfpack as Canadian league club close in on Sonny Bill Williams deal
As Sonny Bill Williams prepares for life in Canada with the Toronto Wolfpack, a new report has emerged that he could be joined by …
Alex McLeod
05 Nov, 21:01
'We, for a number of years, have suspected they've been infringing the salary cap' - Exeter chief says the book should be thrown at Saracens
Saracens were handed a 35-point deduction and fined more than £5million on Tuesday, although both sanctions will be suspended whi…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 20:54
Who's next? New Zealand Rugby invites 26 Kiwis to replace Steve Hansen for All Blacks coach
When it comes to selecting a new All Blacks head coach, he won't be an individual the selection panel will be looking at.
Online Editors
05 Nov, 19:42
All Blacks coaching bombshell: Top candidate's surprise snub
One of the prime candidates to join the All Blacks' coaching staff next year has ruled himself out of working alongside the likes …
Online Editors
05 Nov, 17:06
'Grateful, humbled and over-awed' South Africa have landed back home
Skipper Siya Kolisi and his celebrating Springboks were mobbed on their arrival back in South Africa with the Webb Ellis Cup on Tu…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 16:42
World Cup winner Erasmus' poignant promise to the late Anthony Foley
The tragic October 2016 death of Munster's Anthony Foley wasn't forgotten by Rassie Erasmus in the hour of his greatest rugby triu…
Liam Heagney
05 Nov, 15:47
Rival ex-chairman congratulates Premiership Rugby for Saracens punishment
There hasn't been a whole lot of sympathy for Saracens since PRL revealed its salary cap findings, with an ex-Gloucester boss the …
Josh Raisey
05 Nov, 13:07
Sale won't see World Cup winner de Jager in action in Manchester until 2020
South Africa are arriving home to celebrate their World Cup win and the price Lood de Jager will pay for getting injured in the fi…
Chris Jones
05 Nov, 12:36
Fans fear the Saracens controversy will damage Eddie Jones' England
With the Saracens squad providing so many players to Eddie Jones' England, fans fear the fall-out from the salary cap controversy …
Josh Raisey
05 Nov, 10:16
The key questions surrounding Saracens' salary cap breaches
With Saracens declaring they will appeal the salary cap sanctions handed down by Premiership Rugby Limited, a number of questions …
Online Editors
05 Nov, 9:09
Who are the likely salary cap casualties if Saracens are forced to trim the fat?
The salary cap investigation into Saracens has caused reverberations around the rugby world and the club may now have to make toug…
Alex Shaw
05 Nov, 8:40
How having a star-studded squad will hinder - not help - Saracens' bid to avoid relegation
Saracens have, on paper, a star-studded team capable of going on a relegation-preventing winning run, but their efforts will be hi…
Chris Jones
05 Nov, 8:11
Nigel Wray's promise to Saracens fans following salary cap sanctions
Nigel Wray has been at the heart of Saracens' professional era business and he has vowed to robustly defend the club's reputation …
Online Editors
05 Nov, 7:36
Saracens issue statement in wake of massive fine and points deduction
Fined in excess of £5million and deducted 35 points, Saracens have vowed to appeal what they claim to be a heavy-handed punishmen…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 6:53
Saracens face Premiership relegation after salary cap points deduction and hefty fine
RugbyPass revealed last Sunday that Saracens were set to punished with a 35-point deduction, a sanction which the England Premiers…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 6:23
High shot on Farrell turns out to be red-carded Quill last ever Test action
America's John Quill has decided to retire from Test rugby, meaning his last act in the international arena was his red-carded hig…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 5:58
Leone Nakarawa is potentially facing the sack at Racing 92
Leone Nakarawa is one of the world's most coveted second rows but his club Racing 92 are reportedly furious that he has yet to rep…
Liam Heagney
05 Nov, 5:03
World Cup winner Reinach on Montpellier's radar - reports
Cobus Reinach is the latest South African to catch the eye of Montpellier, with the French club reportedly prepared to make the No…
Alex Shaw
05 Nov, 2:46
Have the Springboks found the man to replace Rassie Erasmus?
As South Africa are still revelling in their World Cup triumph, in the coming weeks Rassie Erasmus faces yet another gruelling tas…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 1:29
Rassie Erasmus was on the cusp of quitting as Springboks coach after a run of average results
South Africa's inspirational coach may not have been on board to lead the Springboks to their third-ever World Cup win if results …
Tom Vinicombe
05 Nov, 0:14
NZR's unicorn blood solution to the Chiefs coaching conundrum
It was widely considered an excellent signing when Warren Gatland was announced as the Chiefs coach for the next four years, but h…
Tom Vinicombe
04 Nov, 23:07
Beauden Barrett has seemingly taken a side in the All Blacks coaching debate
All Blacks fullback Beauden Barrett appears to have endorsed Ian Foster's bid to become the next head coach.
Online Editors
04 Nov, 20:01
'That new team for the Six Nations will be the basis of going to the next World Cup' - 2023 planning begins now
Eddie Jones’ men were beaten 32-12 by South Africa in Saturday’s final in Yokohama but planning for 2023 will begin shortly.
Online Editors
04 Nov, 15:48
Springbok pair set for shock switch to Munster
World Cup winners Damian de Allende and RG Snyman are reportedly set to sign for Irish province Munster, in what represents a majo…
Online Editors
04 Nov, 12:43
Jones is the popular option to stay in charge until 2023
Jones is contracted with the RFU until 2021, but it is unclear what the future holds for him after England's Rugby World Cup final…
Josh Raisey
04 Nov, 11:49
Gallery: World Cup runners-up England make low-key return in London
Eddie Jones' squad arrived at Heathrow 18 minutes ahead of schedule from Tokyo, two days after their 32-12 defeat by South Africa …
Online Editors
04 Nov, 10:09
The long term problem for England that was never solved
After England’s miserable Rugby World Cup final loss to South Africa in Yokohama on Saturday, a phrase that has haunted the team…
Josh Raisey
04 Nov, 10:06
Ben Tameifuna ordered to lose weight after returning to Racing at 25 stone
According to reports in France, Tameifuna tipped the scales at 160kg when he reported back to the Racing 92 after the Rugby World …
Online Editors
04 Nov, 9:38
'It's hard to say anything to make anyone feel better': Ford admits England are struggling for answers after Springboks defeat
A 32-12 defeat in Yokohama ended Japan 2019 in the most deflating way for Eddie Jones’ men.
Online Editors
04 Nov, 7:00
Transition plans for the 'big eight' at the Rugby World Cup
All eight of the nations to make the knockout rounds of the 2019 Rugby World Cup will already be beginning to look at their transi…
Alex Shaw
04 Nov, 5:56
All Black TJ Perenara praised for World Rugby awards speech
All Blacks halfback TJ Perenara has been praised for using his speech for winning try of the year at the World Rugby awards to pra…
Online Editors
04 Nov, 1:50
Youthful Brumbies squad named for 2020 Super Rugby season
The spectacle of the Rugby World Cup may have only just come to a conclusion, but the Brumbies are in full focus of the upcoming S…
Alex McLeod
03 Nov, 22:49
'This team is finished now': Eddie Jones ready for squad overhaul following England's World Cup final defeat
A number of the 31-man England squad taken to the World Cup are to be jettisoned for next year’s Six Nations as Eddie Jones begi…
Online Editors
03 Nov, 21:13
'Most painful experience I've had in my life': Maro Itoje opens up on final defeat
Being unable to replicate his side's semi-final performance against the All Blacks is one of the "most painful experiences" of Mar…
Online Editors
03 Nov, 20:46
Sonny Bill Williams mega-million dollar code move could see him switch allegiance at World Cup
Sonny Bill Williams' rumoured cross-code move from rugby union to rugby league could bring with it a switch of allegiance at the i…
Alex McLeod
03 Nov, 18:53
Exeter's use of controversial 'ladder rucking' loophole criticised
Exeter Chief's controversial use of a ruck loophole has come in for heavy criticism online, with many suggesting the practice shou…
Ian Cameron
03 Nov, 15:48
Exeter Chiefs win again at Worcester Warriors
Exeter maintained their unbeaten record at Sixways in the Gallagher Premiership but they had to battle hard to overcome Worcester …
Online Editors
03 Nov, 14:45
'It makes sense doesn't it' - RFU chief admits England keen on Eddie Jones beyond 2021
Eddie Jones will remain England head coach until at least 2021 and possibly beyond after his performance at the World Cup received…
Online Editors
03 Nov, 10:53
South Africa scoop top three gongs at World Rugby awards
England centre lands top award at World Rugby celebration.
Online Editors
03 Nov, 10:32
Pienaar: This is bigger than 1995
South Africa’s 1995 World Cup-winning captain Francois Pienaar has hailed the Springboks’ latest global triumph as bigger than…
Online Editors
03 Nov, 10:21
When and where the Springboks will land back South Africa
The 2019 Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok squad are due to arrive back in South Africa on a number of flights from Japan over a t…
RugbyPass
03 Nov, 7:20
Wales' World Cup - Owain Jones' alternative awards
As they ready themselves to head home, here are some decidedly unofficial gongs to hand out…
Owain Jones
03 Nov, 6:24
England's World Cup final loss the most-watched UK TV moment this year
England’s loss to South Africa in the Rugby World Cup final was the most-watched TV moment of the year in the United Kingdom, wi…
Online Editors
03 Nov, 6:08
Saracens facing potential 35 point reduction and a real threat of relegation
Saracens are facing the very real possibility of a mandatory 35-point deduction this season as Premiership Rugby look to throw the…
Ian Cameron
03 Nov, 4:22
Will selecting overseas-based players become a trend after South Africa's compelling triumph?
Most leading countries have a policy of not selecting overseas-based players for their national teams, but will South Africa's ver…
Liam Heagney
03 Nov, 3:55
Tom Curry's first club want him to come home
Tom Curry’s first club have expressed their pride in the England flanker following his appearance in the World Cup final.
Online Editors
03 Nov, 3:45
The heartbreakingly simple truth of the Rugby World Cup
That’s the thing with sport, it doesn’t have much of a memory. However much we’d like to think it cares about what has come …
Sam Roberts
03 Nov, 3:41
Alex Shaw's RWC 2019: XV of the tournament
We have selected a standout XV from the 2019 Rugby World Cup, where South Africa triumphed over England to lift their third title …
Alex Shaw
03 Nov, 3:31
Scotland lock in Tests against new Rugby World Cup champions
The 2019 Test season may have ended on a dour note for Scotland, but 2020 is promising to be a big year for Gregor Townsend's side…
Tom Vinicombe
03 Nov, 3:13
World Rugby: Adding more teams to the World Cup possible but extending the tournament 'would be challenging'
World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont has hailed Japan 2019 as “probably the greatest” Rugby World Cup in history and has pro…
Online Editors
03 Nov, 1:10
England's World Cup may have ended in disappointment, but it's not been the worst - or best - part of Eddie Jones' coaching reign
Eddie Jones suffered the agony of World Cup final defeat again. It's one of the most disappointing results of Jones' tenure with E…
Online Editors
03 Nov, 0:38
From packed out training sessions to scratched swan songs: the highs and lows of RWC 2019
The 2019 Rugby World Cup has finally come to a close, with South Africa crowned champions for the third time. What were the highs …
Online Editors
03 Nov, 0:02
Sonny Bill Williams is right - New Zealand is long overdue for a non-European coach
Sonny Bill Williams is right. We're overdue for a Pacific Island or M?ori coach of the All Blacks and not just in an assistant's o…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 20:52
Mathewson double helps condemn Cardiff to fourth defeat in a row
With Cardiff falling to their fourth defeat in succession, Munster's bonus point win in Wales has moved them a point clear at the …
Online Editors
02 Nov, 18:28
Benetton's good early-season form continues against Edinburgh
Benetton reached their first-ever quarter-final in last season's PRO14 and their early-season form suggests that achievement won't…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 16:53
Connacht too strong for Ospreys in Guinness PRO14
Connacht took advantage of a weakened and out-of-form Ospreys with a 20-10 Guinness PRO14 victory at a rain-lashed Liberty Stadium…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 15:57
Wasps find their sting as Shields and Robson sink Bath
Second-half tries from Brad Shields and Dan Robson saw Wasps edge out Bath 30-22 as they earned their first win of the Gallagher P…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 15:51
'That pisses a lot of people off' - Players, coaches react to scrum annihilation
South Africa's domination of the England scrum set the tone and the platform for South Africa's 32-12 Rugby World Cup final win in…
Ian Cameron
02 Nov, 14:20
Try for Evans on landmark appearance proves decisive for Scarlets
Wing Steff Evans scored a crucial try on his 100th regional appearance as Scarlets held on for victory in a closely-fought Guinnes…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 14:02
Manu Vunipola boosts Saracens to give England cousins reason to be cheerful
Manu Vunipola’s nerveless late penalty handed reigning champions Saracens a dramatic 16-13 win over valiant newly-promoted Londo…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 13:58
Last gasp Hardwick penalty sees Leicester beat Glocuester
A last-minute Tom Hardwick penalty saw a much-changed Leicester deservedly beat Gloucester 16-13 at Welford Road, registering thei…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 13:52
Erasmus' All Blacks admission: 'Terrible build-up' sparked Boks
The mastermind behind the Springboks’ inspirational Rugby World Cup campaign - Rassie Erasmus - says that it was a dire run-up t…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 13:37
The only Boks player to beat England in two World Cup finals is feeling emotional
Frans Steyn was just 20 years old when South Africa beat England in the 2007 final in Paris... now he has experienced that thrill …
Online Editors
02 Nov, 12:02
England players' medal reaction has upset a lot of people on Twitter
The England team were understandably bitterly disappointed after they fell to the Springboks in the World Cup final on Saturday, b…
Josh Raisey
02 Nov, 11:18
'We said after that first scrum, let's keep looking for more scrums'
Kyle Sinckler's concussion prompted Dan Cole's third-minute introduction and as soon as South Africa won a penalty at the scrum, t…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 10:58
'The Springboks straightened us' - Maro Itoje's take on England's loss
Pointing the finger of blame in the wake of losing the biggest match of your career is difficult but Maro Itoje believes England's…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 9:31
Full post-match press conference: Eddie Jones' attempts to explain RWC implosion
Eddie Jones says that England are going to be “kicking stones for four years” following their comprehensive World Cup final de…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 9:26
What Rassie Erasmus said to Boks before RWC Final win
South Africa head coach Rassie Eramsus had some inspirational words for his Springbok team ahead of their historic Rugby World Cup…
Ian Cameron
02 Nov, 9:07
England's single biggest failure: according to Clive Woodward
Former England coach and World Cup winner Clive Woodward lauded South Africa for their victory in the final in Japan.
Online Editors
02 Nov, 8:17
South Africa player ratings vs England
No team had ever before won the World Cup having lost a pool match, but Rassie Erasmus' South Africa put that dubious history to b…
Liam Heagney
02 Nov, 8:10
Eddie Jones refuses to blame bus incident for England RWC Final loss
England head coach Eddie Jones has refused to blame a delay to his side's bus journey to Yokohama for their lacklustre display in …
Ian Cameron
02 Nov, 7:52
What next for Eddie Jones? Four possible options
Will he look to extend his contract beyond the summer of 2021 despite the disappointment of World Cup final defeat?
Online Editors
02 Nov, 7:28
England player ratings vs South Africa - RWC final
England player ratings from the 32-12 loss to South Africa in the World Cup final, a result that takes their tally to a win and th…
Alex Shaw
02 Nov, 7:13
Kyle Sinckler 'out before he hit the ground' after being brutally KO'd just minutes into World Cup final
England got off to a shaky start in their lost World Cup final, an opening compounded by the loss of tighthead Kyle Sinckler after…
Ian Cameron
02 Nov, 5:40
Glasgow Warriors rout Kings as World Cup stars return in style
Glasgow’s returning World Cup players helped them to a much-improved performance and a 50-0 win over Southern Kings.
Online Editors
02 Nov, 4:57
Nigel Owens left in tears by gesture from Owen Farrell and All Blacks captain Kieran Read
World Rugby referee Nigel Owens has opened up on his experience at the 2019 Rugby World Cup while revealing the heartwarming gestu…
Online Editors
02 Nov, 4:26
Recap: England vs South Africa LIVE | Rugby World Cup final
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup final match between England versus South Africa in Yokohama.
RugbyPass
02 Nov, 4:18
How England's golden World Cup run is inspiring some of the Premier League's biggest names
As England prepare to challenge South Africa for the World Cup this weekend, their unblemished run to the tournament's final has p…
Alex McLeod
01 Nov, 23:49
'Not sure how that is going to work to be honest' - Steve Hansen's blunt assessment of Warren Gatland's coaching plans with the Chiefs
In the wake of his victorious final clash against Warren Gatland, Steve Hansen brought into question the departing Welsh head coac…
Alex McLeod
01 Nov, 22:02
The stats that prove Warren Gatland's success as Wales head coach
The New Zealander’s tenure ended after 12 years, 151 Tests and four Six Nations titles.
Online Editors
01 Nov, 20:04
Callum Sheedy helps Bristol Bears squeeze past Sale Sharks
Callum Sheedy scored 11 points as Bristol won a scrappy match against Sale 16-10 at Ashton Gate.
Online Editors
01 Nov, 19:02
Northampton continue to set pace with comfortable victory over Harlequins
Early leaders Northampton blew Harlequins away to secure a third win in as many Premiership matches.
Online Editors
01 Nov, 18:45
Steve Hansen overcome with emotion by crowd gesture as All Blacks career comes to a close
When the final whistle sounded in the All Blacks' 40-17 decimation of Wales for third place at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, it ended …
Online Editors
01 Nov, 18:22
Owen Farrell: 'No fear' mantra as England stand on edge of history
Owen Farrell expects his England team-mates to seize their opportunity to realise their boyhood dreams by emptying the tanks in Sa…
Online Editors
01 Nov, 17:59
There's been quite a reaction to the controversial omissions from the POTY shortlist
The World Rugby player of the year shortlist has been announced, and three players from this Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final ha…
Josh Raisey
01 Nov, 16:47
'We are different South Africans from different walks of life'
As the captain who has come to personify his multi-cultural country, Siya Kolisi is delighted that so many players from different …
Online Editors
01 Nov, 13:52
'It would break my heart if Wales went back into the doldrums'
Warren Gatland's twelve-year stint in charge of Wales came to an end on Friday in Tokyo and he has departed with one wish for thei…
Online Editors
01 Nov, 13:05
At the risk of being labelled an arrogant Englishman, this group is primed to inspire a new generation - Andy Goode
Pinning his colours firmly to the mast for the World Cup final, columnist Andy Goode declares that this group under Eddie Jones lo…
Andy Goode
01 Nov, 13:03
'It's hard for brown/black people to even be considered to coach'
Jamie Joseph's success coaching Japan has resulted in him being nominated for World Rugby's coach of the year, but can he go all t…
Josh Raisey
01 Nov, 11:35
Why George Kruis feels England need to 'man up' versus the Boks
England are on their guard in Yokohama to ensure some aspects of their June 2018 tour to South Africa and the 2019 Six Nations don…
Online Editors
01 Nov, 10:57
Steve Hansen fires a parting shot at the self-interested Six Nations
With Japan 2019 having caught the imagination of the non-rugby public around the world, Steve Hansen has called on the Six Nations…
Online Editors
01 Nov, 10:01
Another Premiership player allowed to skip a match to watch a brother in the RWC final
Social media has illustrated its positive use this week, campaigning for Ben Curry and Marcus Watson to skip Premiership games and…
Josh Raisey
01 Nov, 9:11
Wales player ratings vs New Zealand
Having played themselves to a standstill in their semi-final loss to South Africa last Sunday, Wales didn't have enough energy abo…
Liam Heagney
01 Nov, 8:06
Six-try New Zealand prove much too good for Wales in bronze play-off
Participation in the bronze medal match wasn't what New Zealand or Wales wanted at the World Cup but a fixture that had eight trie…
Online Editors
01 Nov, 7:17
New Zealand player ratings vs Wales
Conjecture in the lead up to the bronze play-off match was that the game was unwanted, but there was still plenty to cheer through…
Tom Vinicombe
01 Nov, 7:04
Eddie Jones: 'I'm almost redundant now. The team's running the team'
Eddie Jones has challenged his England players to inspire the nation by toppling South Africa in Saturday’s World Cup final.
Online Editors
01 Nov, 5:42
Wilkinson's telling last-minute workshop with Owen Farrell
The 40-year-old former England fly-half was present for the week’s last training session at Tokyo’s Fuchu Asahi Football Park.
Online Editors
01 Nov, 5:23
Recap: New Zealand vs Wales LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup bronze medal play-off match between New Zealand versus Wales …
RugbyPass
01 Nov, 4:44
The strange reason why Siya Kolisi was made Springboks captain
Siya Kolisi's appointment as captain of the Springboks has been widely considered one of the best decisions of coach Rassie Erasmu…
Tom Vinicombe
01 Nov, 1:21
The Bill Ellis Podcast - Episode 8 - McOnie, Mils, & Bates dissect All Blacks RWC semi final loss
Were they All Blacks too light on experience? How do you stop Tuilagi? And do they need more Maori or Polynesian flavour on the ne…
RugbyPass
01 Nov, 1:12
Major snubs in World Rugby Player of the Year nominations
World Rugby has announced the shortlist of players for the 2019 Player of the Year award and there are some major omissions.
Online Editors
01 Nov, 0:15
The 'dreadful game of rugby' that bored the world
Last week's World Cup mixtures were a bit of a mixed bag, but they were both considerably more enthraling than what was going on i…
Josh Raisey
31 Oct, 23:04
Waratahs to spread the love in 2020
One of Super Rugby's growing issues is that stadiums in Australia and New Zealand are often awash of empty seats on match day. The…
Tom Vinicombe
31 Oct, 22:48
Rugby World Cup 2019 | All you need to know: All Blacks v Wales battle for bronze
It's the game no one wants to play, but the All Blacks and Wales will nevertheless do battle with each other in the World Cup bron…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 22:21
'Bogus and bullying': UK media critic calls for All Blacks haka ban
New Zealand rugby's most famous critic has called for the All Blacks to stop performing the haka before test matches, calling it "…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 21:21
Richie McCaw for All Blacks coach? Former captain on coaching, playing again and rivals
Richie McCaw says he would like to enter the coaching fraternity one day, but what about coaching the All Blacks?
Online Editors
31 Oct, 20:02
Australia to play Ireland in SCG - report
Australia will reportedly play Ireland next year in the first rugby Test at the SCG in 34 years.
Online Editors
31 Oct, 17:27
Picking a Rugby World Cup 2019 team of the tournament XV
England and South Africa will meet this weekend in the Rugby World Cup final and ahead of the showpiece in Yokohama, the PA News a…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 13:51
Dave Rennie may not be joining the Wallabies after all following another Test team approach
New Zealander Dave Rennie has been heavily linked to the vacant Wallabies job but the Glasgow coach has revealed he has been sound…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 13:43
Liam Williams savages fan on Twitter after being accused of 'arrogance'
Wales and Saracens fullback Liam Williams isn’t going to lie down and let anyone accuse him of arrogance, as he has put a fan in…
Josh Raisey
31 Oct, 11:57
One All Black was reduced to tears at a media conference ahead of bronze medal play-off
With New Zealand's semi-final defeat to England stil raw, a question about how helpful it was having family in Japan set off an em…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 11:33
Ex-Ireland international suggests Eddie Jones' rise is nothing but 'luck'
A controversial Irish columnist has suggested Eddie Jones' rise to top with his Rugby World Cup finalist England team has relied m…
Ian Cameron
31 Oct, 9:41
Warren Gatland's hilarious alternative to bronze play-off match against All Blacks
It's traditionally the World Cup's worst fixture, the bronze medal play-off, and Warren Gatland has floated a humourous alternativ…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 9:12
Forget Jones and Erasmus, Jamie Joseph is fans' favourite to be coach of the year
Five coaches are shortlisted for World Rugby's coach of the year award and while Saturday's World Cup-winning coach will likely ge…
Josh Raisey
31 Oct, 8:46
'We are a bit anxious, a bit nervous but also very excited'
Eddie Jones' four years in the England job are boiling down to a single 80 minutes in Yokohama and he spent some time on Thursday …
Online Editors
31 Oct, 8:15
It's happened again... a three-week lay-off is once more the punishment for a red card
The established pattern for World Cup red card suspensions - a six-week entry point reduced to three weeks through mitigation - ha…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 8:00
Watson and Tuilagi: How injury hell has given away to the time of their lives
Having lost so much time to lengthy injury spells on the sideline, the run that Anthony Watson and Manu Tuilagi are enjoying in Ja…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 7:10
Erasmus to step down as South Africa head coach after Saturday's final
Rassie Erasmus has succeeded against the odds in guiding South Africa to the final of the 2019 World Cup, but he has confirmed he …
Online Editors
31 Oct, 6:33
Erasmus and Jones head shortlist for World Rugby's coach of the year award
Having respectively guided South Africa and England to Saturday's World Cup final, it was inevitable that Rassie Erasmus and Eddie…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 6:21
RWC Final: England vs South Africa - who has the advantage?
England and South Africa are set to contest the Rugby World Cup final on Saturday in Yokohama, but which of the two nations has th…
Alex Shaw
31 Oct, 6:06
England and South Africa head five-strong shortlist for team of the year award
The list of nominees for the various World Rugby awards continues with five teams - among them, England and South Africa - chosen …
Online Editors
31 Oct, 6:01
'I don't quite have a Stephen Donald story'
Ben Spencer was feeding his children at home when he took a phone-call that could change the Saracens scrum-half’s life.
Online Editors
31 Oct, 3:23
Seven of the most chilling, thrilling or seriously ill-thought haka responses
England have been fined for crossing the halfway line in their response to New Zealand’s haka before last week’s World Cup sem…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 3:08
All Blacks coaching race heats up as candidates assemble crack teams
The top two contenders for the soon-to-be-vacant All Blacks head coaching role are set for an almighty tug of war over the same as…
Online Editors
31 Oct, 2:26
No questions about passion, but New Zealand's stalwart forwards look like spent forces
New Zealand were comprehensively taken apart by an English side that played the game of their lives, but that doesn't mean the All…
Tom Vinicombe
31 Oct, 1:19
One change for England as Eddie Jones sticks to the tried and true for World Cup final
England men’s head coach Eddie Jones has named his team to play South Africa in the Rugby World Cup 2019 final at Yokohama Stadi…
Online Editors
30 Oct, 23:02
42-cap All Black calls for an end to 'overused' haka
Former All Black Joe Karam believes it's time for the team to take a page out of the history books when it comes to the haka.
Online Editors
30 Oct, 22:00
Cheslin Kolbe returns for South Africa for Rugby World Cup final
Rassie Erasmus had made one change to the Springboks match-day squad for their Rugby World Cup final with England.
Tom Vinicombe
30 Oct, 20:18
The Owen Farrell player-only meetings - 'Everyone is hanging on every word he says'
England's week is all about delivering the right result on Saturday and Jamie George has highlighted the important role which Owen…
Online Editors
30 Oct, 17:35
People are concerned for Leigh Halfpenny after latest concussion
Thomas Francis, Aaron Wainwright, George North and Leigh Halfpenny are fresh injuries to go alongside the myriad casualties that t…
Josh Raisey
30 Oct, 16:44
The solid reason why TJ Perenara might not win 'Try of the Year'
TJ Perenara’s try against Namibia looks like the clear favourite, and the majority of fans on social media seem to agree.
Josh Raisey
30 Oct, 15:57
How do England beat South Africa in the World Cup final?
Beating New Zealand in a World Cup semi-final is one thing but adding the scalp of South Africa in the final will be quite another…
Online Editors
30 Oct, 12:55
Surprise development at Harlequins as Codling exits just two games into new league season
The new Gallagher Premiership season is just two rounds of fixtures old but there has already been a coaching casualty as Harlequi…
Online Editors
30 Oct, 12:10
'The classic one is always, are you a hooker? That is just so out of date. Unbelievable'
Winning a World Cup for England is a life-changing experience as Rachael Burford knows only too well after her 2014 triumph with h…
Liam Heagney
30 Oct, 11:08
Ntamack the obvious candidate for Breakthrough Player of the Year as Wainwright misses out
World Rugby have announced the three-man shortlist for the Breakthrough Player of the Year award and French talent Romain Ntamack …
Alex Shaw
30 Oct, 11:03
Nigel Owens' classy response to Garces being named RWC final ref
The verdict is clearly that Nigel Owens was more deserving of taking charge of his second final, having supervised the 2015 showca…
Josh Raisey
30 Oct, 10:49
Leicester Tigers fans already fearing the worst two games into season
English and European giants Leicester Tigers endured their annus horribilis last season, finishing eleventh in the Gallagher Premi…
Josh Raisey
30 Oct, 9:48
Dallaglio: How England players responded at final whistle a 'good sign'
Lawrence Dallaglio has predicted a special future for England’s World Cup-chasing team ahead of their bid for global glory.
Online Editors
30 Oct, 9:28
All Blacks fans wondering if XV versus Wales would have beaten England
With Ryan Crotty and a number of other seasoned internationals recalled to the New Zeland XV to face Wales, some ABs fans believe …
Josh Raisey
30 Oct, 8:39
Can high tackle sanction framework be branded a success as concussion rates are down at 2019 RWC?
Concussion and injury rates have been negative PR for rugby in recent years but World Rugby have announced a reduction in these is…
Online Editors
30 Oct, 7:28
Perenara's acrobatic finish versus Namibia makes shortlist of four for try of the year award
New Zealand can no longer win the World Cup following their defeat to England but one of their tries in Japan, TJ Perenara's effor…
Online Editors
30 Oct, 6:10
Wales fullback Liam Williams could be sidelined for three months
Wales fullback Liam Williams could face a lengthy lay-off after being injured at the World Cup.
Online Editors
30 Oct, 6:06
Gatland finally explains what he really meant about England playing their final in the semi-final
Verbal sparring has always been a feature of the Eddie Jones-Warren Gatland relationship and with Jones landing a telling blow on …
Online Editors
30 Oct, 5:45
Mtawarira: Unlike other Springbok coaches, Rassie is 'honest'
Springbok loosehead Tendai Mtawarira opens up on race, Siya Kolisi and Rassie Erasmus ahead of the Rugby World Cup final against E…
Alex Shaw
30 Oct, 4:55
Sam Burgess forced to retire
Sam Burgess says he was was left with no choice but to walk away from rugby league after succumbing to a left shoulder injury.
Online Editors
30 Oct, 4:54
All Blacks respond to English fine: 'They're a pretty wealthy union so they can take the hit'
Dane Coles raised his hand for the best one liner of the World Cup by bluntly assessing how England's wealthy players will have no…
Online Editors
30 Oct, 3:58
Steve Hansen quietens down the rumours: 'Thanks, Eddie. I'm not actually coming to Japan to coach that team'
Following Saturday's match between England and New Zealand, Eddie Jones made a few comments about Steve Hansen's future. It turns …
Tom Vinicombe
30 Oct, 3:32
World Rugby announce Breakthrough Player of the Year nominees
World Rugby have named the three nominees for the breakthrough player of the year award, with the winner set to be announced this …
Online Editors
30 Oct, 0:07
Wales chop and change side in final Test of Warren Gatland's twelve-year tenure
Wales have named a much-changed side for their World Cup bronze final match against New Zealand in Tokyo on Friday.
Online Editors
29 Oct, 23:34
All Blacks welcome back departing veterans for Wales third-and-fourth play-off clash
Four departing All Blacks will get to sign off their international careers on their own terms after being named to face Wales in t…
Alex McLeod
29 Oct, 22:45
The 'clearly unfair' tie-break rule in new rugby variant has left fans absolutely baffled
For fans watching the RugbyX's inaugural tournament, it became quickly apparent that the tie-breaker used in the condensed format …
Online Editors
29 Oct, 21:38
Why England World Cup victory could be disastrous for the Wallabies
A World Cup triumph with England would only motivate Eddie Jones to see out his contract and "build a dynasty" rather than return …
Online Editors
29 Oct, 21:34
World Rugby branded a 'joke' for reported haka fine
World Rugby has been accused of mixed messages after reportedly fining England for its counter to New Zealand's haka three days af…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 19:56
Wales coach's warning to 'miserable as hell' Steve Hansen
If the browbeaten All Blacks were expecting an easier time of it in the World Cup bronze match against Wales on Friday, they have …
Online Editors
29 Oct, 17:05
Erasmus sounds happy that South Africa have bored their way into Saturday's final
Rassie Erasmus accepts that South Africa's limited approach has won them few fans at the World Cup, but he insists that results ar…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 13:18
World Cup winner Wilkinson on what England must do to emulate class of 2003
It's 16 years since England last lifted the World Cup and 2003 match-winner Jonny Wilkinson has some advice as the class of 2019 p…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 12:49
A 'Watson To World Cup' campaign has now launched after the Curry success
Following social media's success convincing Sale to allow Ben Curry to watch twin Tom play in the World Cup final, a campaign has …
Josh Raisey
29 Oct, 11:12
World Cup finalists England dominate potential British and Irish Lions XV for 2021
Who is currently impressing and who will be in good shape to compete for a spot on the British and Irish Lions tour of South Afric…
Alex Shaw
29 Oct, 9:45
The veteran Bok and the young Englishman make an odd couple, but they have bonded over beers in Bath
There is an eleven-year age difference between Sam Underhill and Francois Louw but the respect will be clear when the Bath team-ma…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 8:12
Ben Curry responds after social media campaign gets him to Japan to watch England twin Tom
The power of social media has been evident in recent days as support for Ben Curry has convinced Sale to allow him to skip a leagu…
Josh Raisey
29 Oct, 6:59
'Everyone takes the mick out of me when I say I still think it was a try but I genuinely do'
Twelve years since he was denied what he felt was a legitimate try for England in the World Cup final versus South Africa, Mark Cu…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 6:28
'Family can be a distraction. Tickets, giving you pointers on how to play rugby... my auntie is always great for that'
England's first appearance in a World Cup final since 2007 has caught the imagination of the large Vunipola family who are despera…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 5:43
Why would Eddie Jones return to Australia when he can build a dynasty with England?
A World Cup triumph with England would only motivate Eddie Jones to see out his contract and "build a dynasty" rather than return …
Online Editors
29 Oct, 4:28
South Africa left out in the cold for developing 2020 mid-year schedule
The latest 2020 July fixture rumours could spell bad news for South Africa, with the top four European sides all having fairly pac…
Tom Vinicombe
29 Oct, 3:42
Springboks 2007 World Cup stars: Where are they now?
In anticipation of facing the same opposition in the same match that secured them the 2007 World Cup title this weekend, we look a…
Alex McLeod
29 Oct, 2:47
The successes keep coming for South Africa with Cape Town set to host the 2022 Sevens World Cup
South Africa will host Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 after the World Rugby Council awarded the hosting rights for the premier tourna…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 1:13
Jerome Garces to be first French referee to take charge of a World Cup final
World Rugby has announced that France's Jérôme Garcès will referee the Rugby World Cup 2019 final between England and South Afr…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 0:28
Expect a Ben Smith swansong on Friday with All Blacks primed to make changes
Steve Hansen as good as confirmed that we shouldn't expect to see the same All Blacks team trotted out against Wales that waged wa…
Tom Vinicombe
28 Oct, 23:34
The act abolished in the seventies that could prevent another semi-final snore-fest
One for the purists', a 'test of attrition', a 'classic slog'. There are many charitable ways to describe Sunday's RWC semi-final …
Tom Vinicombe
28 Oct, 22:24
Why it would be 'extra special' if South Africa won World Cup under captain Siya Kolisi
Veteran Springboks prop Tendai Mtawarira believes it would be "extra special" if South Africa won their third World Cup crown unde…
Online Editors
28 Oct, 21:30
Kiwi duo primed for Wales following World Cup exit
Two New Zealanders could play a key role in Wales' re-build following their semi-final exit from the World Cup.
Online Editors
28 Oct, 21:04
Sonny Bill Williams' reported $9.7m post-World Cup offer
All Blacks second five-eighth Sonny Bill Willams has reportedly been offered a staggering $9.7m contract for his services after th…
Online Editors
28 Oct, 17:33
'We hate the English, but...' - old enemy of England can't help but be impressed
After England’s historic victory over New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup semi-final on Saturday, former France international Fre…
Josh Raisey
28 Oct, 16:33
Springboks must improve tactics or they'll lose to England
South Africa booked their place in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final against England with an attritional win over Wales on Sunday, bu…
Josh Raisey
28 Oct, 13:27
There's been a long-held creativity void within the Welsh set-up
At the final whistle, Welsh players stood tall, transfixed to the turf, looking for something to fixate their glassy eyes on. They…
Owain Jones
28 Oct, 13:05
Kiwi fans spewing as TVNZ won't be showing All Blacks on Friday - it'll be Coronation Street instead
It's the game no one wants to play - and TVNZ will not screen the All Blacks' playoff for the Rugby World Cup bronze medal with Wa…
Online Editors
28 Oct, 11:15
Tindall: Ali Williams explained why 'V' formation the perfect Haka foil
England’s 2003 World Cup winner Mike Tindall believes England’s semi-final win over New Zealand was their best ever performanc…
Online Editors
28 Oct, 10:35
England's 2003 World Cup heroes - Where are they now?
Eddie Jones’ side bid to replicate the success of 2003 against South Africa on Saturday.
Online Editors
28 Oct, 9:09
Northampton Saints land major coup in England U20s star Kpoku
Northampton Saints have carried off a significant coup in nailing down the signing of highly-rated Saracens secondrow Joel Kpoku -…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct, 6:13
England facing a kicking? South Africa ready to put boot to ball again
Both South Africa and England have excelled with their kicking games so far at the Rugby World Cup and it's likely to prove decisi…
Alex Shaw
28 Oct, 6:08
Eddie Jones burns Gatland over barbed comment ahead of World Cup final
England will play South Africa after earlier dealing with the All Blacks.
Online Editors
28 Oct, 5:39
NZR explain why they're effectively ruling out Warren Gatland as an All Blacks' coach
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Tew says Wales coach Warren Gatland is unlikely to be considered to succeed Steve Hansen a…
Online Editors
28 Oct, 3:54
Wales to 'bounce back' with third place over New Zealand, Tipuric says
The side will look to end their World Cup campaign on a high and claim a rare victory over New Zealand.
Online Editors
28 Oct, 3:01
Can anyone stop England from scooping the player of the year award?
Next week, rugby royalty from across the globe will gather to see, amongst other awards, who has won the World Rugby Player of the…
Tom Vinicombe
28 Oct, 2:35
Where the All Blacks got it absolutely wrong and played right into Eddie's hands
This recipe would be repeated over and over as the All Blacks failed to adopt a kicking strategy around contested kicking, which l…
Ben Smith
28 Oct, 2:28
Ford admits England's 2015 flop played major role in World Cup assault in Japan
England made unwanted World Cup history at the 2015 tournament.
Online Editors
27 Oct, 18:12
Humbled All Blacks find an unlikely ally in Matt Giteau
The All Blacks have found an unlikely ally on Twitter with Wallaby Test great Matt Giteau coming to their defence in the wake of t…
Ian Cameron
27 Oct, 17:29
England prospect Earl scores brace as Saracens topple Tigers
Saracens suffered a shock loss to Northampton last week.
Online Editors
27 Oct, 15:55
'No one likes England' - but Eddie Jones' team hate everyone else so much more
Eddie Jones will have to beat the Springboks in a different fashion, but there is no one better placed to pull it off.
Sam Roberts
27 Oct, 13:46
Analysis: The England tactics that stunned New Zealand
“Authority without wisdom is like a heavy axe without an edge, fitter to bruise than polish.” – Anne Bradstreet
Conor Wilson
27 Oct, 12:58
South Africa player ratings vs Wales - RWC SF
It was far from a classic but South Africa did enough to book their place in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against England with…
Online Editors
27 Oct, 11:08
Billy Vunipola reveals the brutal plan England executed to beat the All Blacks
England’s number eight reflects on a stunning World Cup semi-final victory over New Zealand.
Online Editors
27 Oct, 10:14
Gatland: England may have already played their World Cup final
The Wales coached fired a pointed remark towards England after losing out to South Africa.
Online Editors
27 Oct, 9:51
How Twitter reacted to Wales' agonising World Cup semi-final defeat
A host of former Wales internationals led the tributes on social media after Warren Gatland's team bowed out of the Rugby World Cu…
Online Editors
27 Oct, 8:59
Warren Gatland identifies the key area that cost Wales against South Africa
Wales coach Warren Gatland admitted his side paid the price for conceding too many penalties as they suffered an agonising 19-16 d…
Online Editors
27 Oct, 8:28
Wales player ratings vs South Africa - RWC SF
Wales held up well in the scrum and the lineout but, in the end, were worn down by the Springboks and couldn't make it a fairytale…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
27 Oct, 7:51
England quartet injury concerns as Willi Heinz is officially ruled out
Owen Farrell, Jonny May, Anthony Watson and Kyle Sinckler will all be monitored.
Online Editors
27 Oct, 7:25
It's an England-South Africa RWC final as Boks edge out Wales
Handre Pollard kicked three penalties to Dan Biggar’s two.
Online Editors
27 Oct, 7:08
Social media can't deal with the amount of kicking in #WALvRSA
The amount of kicking and the lack of passing has been a feature of the first half of the Rugby World Cup semi-final between Wales…
Ian Cameron
27 Oct, 5:48
Recap: Wales vs South Africa LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup semi-final match between Wales versus South Africa in Yokoham…
RugbyPass
27 Oct, 4:21
The scariest thing about this English side? Three of their best performers won't peak until the next World Cup - at the earliest
Maro Itoje, Sam Underhill and Tom Curry, three of England's best, were also the three youngest players in their 23 and will be ter…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Oct, 4:10
What was the first thing that Steve Hansen did after the All Blacks' loss sunk in?
The morning after the night before and the All Blacks are struggling to suppress raw emotions attached to their World Cup semifina…
Online Editors
27 Oct, 2:24
New Zealand sorely missed the unpredictability of one of the game's most elusive players
A fit Damian McKenzie would have given the All Blacks a threatening ball-runner from the backfield and also allowed the nation's m…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Oct, 0:52
Western Force's success shows alternative pathway to Super Rugby
There is every chance that Western Force are in a stronger place now without being in Super Rugby as they rammed home their power …
Online Editors
26 Oct, 22:47
Who is primed to take over from Steve Hansen as All Blacks coach?
Once the dust settles from the All Blacks' 19-7 loss to England, attention will turn to finding a successor to the departing Steve…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 22:15
Sir Ian McGeechan: New Zealand should have lost by more
It's no exaggeration to say that England's remarkable win over New Zealand was one of the best games of rugby Sir Ian McGeechan ha…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 21:54
Red card opens the door for Farrell to strike late for Connacht
Former Ulster player Ruan Pienaar was poised to enjoy a winning return to Ireland until Cheetahs suffered a red card and allowed a…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 16:33
Ben Spencer is being flown to Japan
England have been forced into a late call-up with back-up scrum-half Willi Heinz likely to be ruled out of the tournament with a h…
Ian Cameron
26 Oct, 15:37
Late tries allow Northampton skew the scoreline and win comfortably
Quickfire tries from George Furbank and Ollie Sleightholme inside the final 15 minutes made sure Northampton enjoyed a maximum poi…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 14:08
Gustard satisfied as 'ugly game with small margins' tips Harlequins' way
Poor weather meant conditions weren't good for rugby at the Stoop but a second-half tactical change tipped the outcome the way of …
Online Editors
26 Oct, 13:51
Dean Ryan grabs first big PRO14 scalp
The Dragons enjoyed a first Rodney Parade win of the calendar year in the Guinness PRO14 after upsetting Glasgow 18-5 at rain-soak…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 13:24
Australia would have to 'break bank' for Eddie Jones
Rugby Australia are being urged to bring back Eddie Jones after the Australian coach engineered another historic Rugby World Cup t…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 13:06
Diamond delighted with Sale's response after 'kick up the backside last week'
A ruthless display from Sale meant London Irish were never in the game and the visitors ran riot in a 41-7 win at the Madejski Sta…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 12:49
'Model pro' Simpson stings former club Wasps
Gloucester scrum-half Joe Simpson scored two tries against his former club as Wasps continued their poor start to the new Gallaghe…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 12:43
'We knew it would rile them up, it probably felt like we disrespected them'
Mako Vunipola has admitted England knew they were playing with fire with their haka response, but they felt they needed to serve n…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 12:34
Video: 'New Zealand are the God of rugby' - Eddie Jones' full post-match press conference
England will face Wales or South Africa in next Saturday’s World Cup final.
Online Editors
26 Oct, 12:18
Video: 'We are hurting' - Steve Hansen's full post-match press conference
New Zealand coach Steve Hansen praised England as deserved winners after Eddie Jones’ team ended their reign as world champions.…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 12:08
'I don't think my vocabulary is good enough to describe that!'
As he prepares to win his 91st Wales cap, George North knows the magnitude of Sunday's occasion but he is having trouble putting i…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 12:06
Sam Underhill cementing himself as All Blacks' budding bogeyman
England were dominant in their 19-7 win over New Zealand on Saturday and one man, Sam Underhill, is rapidly developing into the Al…
Alex Shaw
26 Oct, 11:17
'It was a no-brainer to come and join... Leicester is a similar situation to the Bulls'
Picking a once-great club up off the canvas is a process Hanro Liebenberg experienced at the Bulls... now he wants to similarly re…
Liam Heagney
26 Oct, 10:27
Owen Farrell and Manu Tuilagi explain England's response to the haka
Owen Farrell and Manu Tuilagi have explained England's response to the haka moments before their crunch semi-final with New Zealan…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 9:24
'Little boys bullied' - English media reacts to defeat of All Blacks
The Rugby World Cup will have a new home for the next four years after England knocked out the All Blacks with a stunning 19-7 sem…
RugbyPass
26 Oct, 8:49
Steve Hansen turns on reporter over 'pretty disrespectful' Kieran Read question
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen turned on a reporter post-match in Yokohama after what he branded as a "pretty average" question tha…
Ian Cameron
26 Oct, 7:51
'Immense' - How Twitter reacted to England's memorable victory over the All Blacks
Former England players were out in force to pay tribute, while others poked fun at another costly New Zealand defeat.
Online Editors
26 Oct, 7:19
'We don't bet, we don't look at the bookies, we aren't concerned (we're favourites for the final)...'
Having sent defending champions New Zealand packing, England are now favourites to lift the World Cup next weekend in Japan but Ed…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 7:19
England player ratings vs New Zealand
England player ratings from their 19-7 win over New Zealand in the semi-final of the Rugby World Cup. They will play Wales or Sout…
Alex Shaw
26 Oct, 6:13
Stunner... England dethrone New Zealand with one of their greatest-ever displays
The odds were against England causing an upset in their World Cup semi-final, but a power-packed performance floored New Zealand i…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 6:13
New Zealand player ratings vs England
It was the match many were billing as the 'true final' and it didn't disappoint... the All Blacks were bullied across the park, bu…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Oct, 6:09
How Owen Farrell responded to the haka has split the internet
Owen Farrell is a player that tends to split opinion and his response to the haka in Yokohama before England's crunch semi-final w…
Ian Cameron
26 Oct, 4:35
Itoje: 'We're going to get them'
Maro Itoje senses that England are poised to stun New Zealand in Saturday's World Cup semi-final by declaring: "We're going to get…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 3:48
Tasman claim maiden Mitre 10 Cup title with tense victory over Wellington
Tasman have won the Mitre 10 Cup title for the first time in their 13-year history, downing Wellington in a tight affair at Trafal…
Alex McLeod
26 Oct, 3:13
Recap: England vs New Zealand LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup semi-final match between England versus New Zealand in Yokoha…
RugbyPass
26 Oct, 3:01
'Feeling pretty nervous': Dan Carter shares personal notes leading into 2015 World Cup crunch time
Dan Carter has shared an insight into his headspace leading into the 2015 World Cup knockout matches on the eve of New Zealand's W…
Online Editors
26 Oct, 1:16
Rugby World Cup 2019 | All Blacks v England: All you need to know
After destroying Ireland 46-14, the All Blacks are seeking to find a similar level of performance against England.
Online Editors
26 Oct, 0:11
Joe Moody steers clear of verbal clash with England's 'emotional time bomb' Kyle Sinckler
All Blacks prop Joe Moody refused to give an inch when quizzed about the prospect of coming up against in-form England prop Kyle S…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 23:29
The million-pound jackpot England will put on the line against the All Blacks
A place in the Rugby World Cup final isn't the only thing that will go on the line as England prepare to face-off against the All …
Online Editors
25 Oct, 22:23
Sloppy Ulster fail to put fairly ragged Cardiff to the sword
Ulster cantered into an early 17-point lead in Belfast but they then lost their way against Cardiff and their winning performance …
Online Editors
25 Oct, 19:05
Munster bag a bonus in redemptive win over Ospreys
Humbled in South Africa on their last outing, Munster had amends to make when they hosted Ospreys in Cork and they eventually got …
Online Editors
25 Oct, 18:45
Bath do just enough to spoil Stuart Hogg's Premiership debut
Well beaten last weekend on opening night of the 2019/20 Gallagher Premiership season, Bath were on a mission to bounce back at th…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 18:26
'We're going to get them' - Maro Itoje senses England will stun New Zealand
The All Blacks are odds-on favourites to lift the Webb Ellis Trophy for a third successive time, but Maro Itoje believes an upset …
Online Editors
25 Oct, 18:05
Saracens dealt a huge winter blow as Alex Goode is out until 2020
Saracens' squad depth is being tested by World Cup call-ups, suspension and injuries, with Alex Goode the latest player to become …
Online Editors
25 Oct, 12:10
'By moving Farrell out one, he can't have the influence he does when he is in the No10 jersey' - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones has been bold with his selection again but it’s a mistake to revert to the George Ford/Owen Farrell axis against the…
Andy Goode
25 Oct, 11:51
How Wales' Aaron Wainwright could have been playing League Two football this weekend at Colchester
Aaron Wainwright could this weekend have been lining out for Newport in a League Two game at Colchester instead of trying to help …
Online Editors
25 Oct, 10:52
'I don't think we did our due diligence in terms of looking at them closely enough... it was very amateur'
It's 24 years since Jonah Lomu ran in four tries in a devastating semi-final display in Cape Town to eliminate England, but Dean R…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 9:52
Wales fans still buoyant despite their injury worries ahead of semi-final
Wales have not had much luck with injuries at this World Cup, but they have an ability to roll with the setbacks and still produce…
Josh Raisey
25 Oct, 9:18
'If they don't know who we are, then they will Saturday'
Five years since All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick mistakenly identified Courtney Lawes, calling him Michael Laws, the second row i…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 7:59
Auftragstaktik: The style of winning teams and the reason the Wallabies lost
The military philosophy of Auftragstaktik is visible in rugby circles, but this was clearly not the case with Australia as Michael…
Conor Wilson
25 Oct, 7:04
England's biggest hurdle this weekend could well be what cricket legend Brian Lara once alluded to
A 24-year-old quip from cricket legend Brian Lara sums up what England's rugby team face this weekend as they prepare to cope with…
Sam Roberts
25 Oct, 6:00
The very special story of how Makazole Mapimpi went from walking 10kms to his rural school to Springboks fame
Sixteen months ago, Makazole Mapimpi was someone who had yet to make a Test level debut. A dozen caps later, though, the 29-year-o…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 4:50
Wales have never even made a final, let alone won a World Cup
.Warren Gatland believes it would be an “unbelievable” achievement for Wales to reach the Rugby World Cup final.
Online Editors
25 Oct, 4:28
'It's just completely ridiculous, unfair, un-Australian'
Billionaire mining magnate Andrew Forrest has blamed the leadership of Rugby Australia for the Wallabies' failings at the recent W…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 3:16
The Bill Ellis Podcast - Episode 7 - Rugby World Cup Semis
This week on the Bill Ellis Podcast, James McOnie, Mils Muliaina, and Steven Bates talk us through the Rugby World Cup semi finals…
RugbyPass
25 Oct, 3:13
Outgoing Springboks head coach: 'I'm seeing the future and [Gatland and I] will definitely compete again'
The ‘coaching’ part of his job title may disappear, but don’t expect Rassie Erasmus to go sit behind a desk.
Online Editors
25 Oct, 2:51
The rematch they've all been waiting for: age-grade New Zealand and England sides look to get revenge
It's been well documented that the last time England and New Zealand faced off in a World Cup was in 1999, but players from both t…
Tom Vinicombe
25 Oct, 2:13
How to beat the All Blacks: The eight-point plan that could earn England a place in the World Cup final
Ex-World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woodward has offered England a comprehensive plan to dethrone the back-to-back reigning world…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 0:43
Travel delay for England forces change of plans for semi-final
England will review their travel plans for Saturday’s World Cup semi-final against New Zealand after arriving late for today’s…
Online Editors
25 Oct, 0:31
World Cup over for star fullback as Wales make three changes
Star fullback Liam Williams has been ruled out for the remainder of the Rugby World Cup following an ankle injury sustained in an …
Tom Vinicombe
24 Oct, 23:06
Richie Mo'unga reveals heartache following Owen Franks' omission from All Blacks squad
An emotional Richie Mo'unga has revealed how he felt after longtime friend and teammate Owen Franks missed the cut for the All Bla…
Online Editors
24 Oct, 22:49
Eddie Jones and his English players have plenty of experience getting the best of the All Blacks
Eddie Jones said his England team were braced to deal with the unexpected when they play New Zealand in the World Cup semi-finals,…
Online Editors
24 Oct, 22:12
Wallabies legend unloads on Michael Cheika after 'ugly' altercation
An ex-Wallabies captain has unleashed on Michael Cheika following his 'ugly' altercation with Rugby Australia chief executive Rael…
Online Editors
24 Oct, 19:37
Eddie Jones compares England beating All Blacks to Alex Ferguson dethroning Liverpool
The All Blacks are in pursuit of an unprecedented third successive global crown.
Online Editors
24 Oct, 18:12

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