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Dan Lydiate revisits traumatic moment he 'obliterated' ACL on his Wales comeback
Veteran Wales flanker Dan Lydiate guested on RugbyPass Offload talking ACL, his emotional Wales recall and his fleeting time with …
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 8:07
Video: Rob Kearney stars as Western Force heap more misery on Waratahs
Rob Kearney and the Western Force have heaped more misery on the NSW Waratahs with a drought-busting 20-16 Super Rugby AU victory …
AAP
05 Mar 2021, 7:28
'There's no looking past it' - Leinster and Ulster name sides for conference deciding PRO14 clash
Leinster will get one foot in the door of the Guinness PRO14 final on March 27 if they can topple Ulster in the Kingspan on Saturd…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2021, 7:12
Another Scotland fly-half is down as Edinburgh take on Italians
Scotland fly-half Jaco Van Der Walt has dropped out of the Edinburgh side through injury. Scotland players David Cherry and Simon …
PA
05 Mar 2021, 6:48
Saracens pick Championship opener XV containing seven changes from last Premiership game 22 weeks ago
It's 22 weeks since Saracens bid farewell to the Premiership and they have now selected an XV for their Championship debut on Satu…
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 6:05
The arms race
How do you keep top players in Scotland? And how do you replace the ones who leave? Recruitment supremo Jan McGinity lifts the lid…
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
05 Mar 2021, 5:57
France allowed to continue in the Six Nations
Fears that the French government could throw Fabien Galthie's France team out of the Six Nations have been allayed ahead of the En…
PA
05 Mar 2021, 5:29
Potential England Six Nations boost as fit-again Underhill starts for Bath
Sam Underhill was named in the original England squad for the Six Nations on January 22 but a hip injury forced him out until now.…
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 5:13
'Baffling': Rob Baxter has final say on refereeing decision that sealed Exeter defeat at Sale
Exeter have been on the wrong side of dramatic recent finishes and Rob Baxter insists they were wrongly penalised at the death in …
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 4:40
'This isn't sour grapes' - Healey says Biggar cajoled ref and says he'd have walked off pitch
Despite six days having passed, former England utility back Austin Healey is clearly still fuming after England's upset Guinness S…
Ian Cameron
05 Mar 2021, 3:50
Gael Fickou's potential signing by Racing could be followed by Simon Zebo re-joining Munster
Transfer rumours are heating up in France, the latest being Gael Fickou leaving Stade to join Racing who could lose Simon Zebo to …
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 3:22
Old footage surfaces showing Owen Farrell pulling off same move as Dan Biggar
Old footage has surfaced that shows Owen Farrell doing exactly the same crossfield kick as Dan Biggar when the opposition team wer…
Ian Cameron
05 Mar 2021, 2:45
'Drive for success as strong as ever': Ireland's Cian Healy signs new one-year IRFU deal
Cian Healy, the most capped Ireland prop, is the latest long-serving player to recently agree to contract extension terms with the…
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 2:40
World Rugby pull plug on U20 Trophy 2021
World Rugby have confirmed that the World Rugby U20 Trophy 2021 will not take place this year due to the global effects of the pan…
Sam Smith
05 Mar 2021, 2:17
'It's always dangerous when you walk in and you're telling fellas about a three and a five-year plan'
It's three years ago on March 9 when Declan Kidney first walked in the London Irish door, inheriting a mess that seems to finally …
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 2:15
'I speak frequently to him' - Tuilagi on track for shot at Lions
England wing Marland Yarde knows all about the long hours of lonely rehabilitation needed to return from serious injury which make…
Chris Jones
05 Mar 2021, 1:27
Super Rugby Aotearoa: Highlanders player ratings vs Chiefs
The Highlanders have bounced back from last week's season-opening defeat to the Crusaders by overcoming a 14-point deficit to thum…
Alex McLeod
04 Mar 2021, 23:59
Watch: Under-fire 14-man Highlanders strike with length of the field try
It's become a Super Rugby tradition that when the Chiefs and the Highlanders clash, there are tries aplenty.
Sam Smith
04 Mar 2021, 23:15
All Blacks pair back on deck for Crusaders in revenge match with visiting Hurricanes
The Crusaders are preparing for their rescheduled Round 2 match against the Hurricanes on Sunday afternoon, and head coach Scott R…
Online Editors
04 Mar 2021, 20:04
Asafo Aumua retains No 2 jersey as Hurricanes make five changes for Crusaders battle
Jason Holland has made five changes to the Hurricanes' starting XV for their Round 2 clash with the Crusaders this weekend but top…
Tom Vinicombe
04 Mar 2021, 19:48
'I have a few tricks': New meets old as Sevu Reece prepares for showdown with former All Black
Having fought his way into the All Blacks starting team in 2019, Sevu Reece found minutes harder to come by for the national side …
Sam Smith
04 Mar 2021, 17:14
Sam Cane issues Chiefs warning over Highlanders' 'two-punch combo'
Chiefs co-captain Sam Cane has issued his side a warning ahead of their opening Super Rugby Aotearoa fixture of the season.
Sam Smith
04 Mar 2021, 15:57
Watch round two of Super Rugby Aotearoa live on RugbyPass
Super Rugby Aotearoa returns to RugbyPass this weekend as the second round of action gets underway across New Zealand.
RugbyPass
04 Mar 2021, 14:50
Newly relocated Joe Powell relishing 'more freedom' and chance to form Wallabies halves combo
Looking to break away from the Brumbies, Joe Powell has found himself in very familiar surrounds so far this Super Rugby AU season…
AAP
04 Mar 2021, 14:26
'A few of us didn't have our best game out there': The explanation behind the Western Force's major changes for Friday
Western Force coach Tim Sampson says his players are still filthy over their first-round flop and want to make amends when they ta…
AAP
04 Mar 2021, 11:56
Hastings' Scotland comeback hopes dashed by PRO14 ban
Fit-again Adam Hastings was hoping selection for Glasgow would lever him into Gregor Townsend's Scotland plans this month.
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 11:14
Ex-England Saxons full-back Mike Haley is one of eight contract extensions at Munster
A respected operator with Sale in the Premiership, Mike Haley has made Ireland his home and has now signed a contract extension at…
Sam Smith
04 Mar 2021, 10:46
'Marcus, please man, get off the pitch. Save something for the weekend'
Disappointed Test fans want Marcus Smith playing for England but Harlequins are glad their workaholic is currently firing up the P…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 10:10
Ministers to probe France rugby boss Laporte on Friday over postponement farce
France rugby boss Bernard Laporte can expect a difficult Friday morning as ministers want answers over how Les Bleus' bubble was b…
Sam Smith
04 Mar 2021, 10:00
Ex-All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams drops a big hint on Twitter over his next career move
It's 16 months since Sonny Bill Williams last played for the All Blacks and he appears to have announced his next career move on T…
Josh Raisey
04 Mar 2021, 8:34
The in-house presentation which Mark McCall hopes has relegated Saracens ready for Championship start
Saracens begin Championship life with a trip to Cornish Pirates on Saturday and Mark McCall has revealed a tactic used to prepare …
Chris Jones
04 Mar 2021, 8:11
'Move makes sense': Glasgow sign two promising back row forwards from Edinburgh
Glasgow boss Danny Wilson hasn't had to go far to bolster his PRO14 options, Edinburgh offloading a pair of back rows to them.
PA
04 Mar 2021, 7:48
Louis Lynagh won't be following his brother Tom to Super Rugby after signing Harlequins deal
Tom Lynagh, a son of the legendary Michael, was snapped up by the Reds last November but Louis is staying on Harlequins for the ne…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 7:27
Ireland boss Farrell the latest to comment on possibly working with the 2021 Lions
It was last October, when doing his last major Lions media session, that Warren Gatland suggested Andy Farrell could be involved o…
PA
04 Mar 2021, 6:54
Wales issue Biggar injury update and size up prospect elsewhere of yet another scrum-half change
Dan Biggar limped out the win over England by Wales who also have concerns at scrum-half after Kieran Hardy's campaign-ending inju…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 6:29
Jono Ross cops one-match Sale ban
Sale head into Friday night's Premiership action against Newcastle without their skipper Jono Ross who was called in by the RFU fo…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 5:02
'He isn't perfect': Callum Sheedy became a Wales hero last Saturday but praise is hard-earned back at Bristol
Wales replacement Callum Sheedy came of age as a Test-playing out-half last Saturday but it's been busy as usual back at Bristol t…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 4:20
Out in the cold
Can even a rugby nation as rich as England afford to keep ignoring the untapped brilliance on its shores?
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Jamie Lyall
04 Mar 2021, 4:17
Wales confirm that Kieran Hardy's Six Nations is over following injury against England
Rookie Kieran Hardy didn't look out of place against England but an injury last Saturday means he will miss remaining Wales Six Na…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 3:25
'A huge privilege': Peter O'Mahony signs IRFU contract extension 25 days after his Ireland red card
Suspended Ireland forward Peter O'Mahony has put his stint on the sidelines to good use by finalising a contract extension with th…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 3:05
Steve Borthwick singles out the Leicester staff member he says has especially driven recent improvements
With Leicester up to eighth in the Premiership, Steve Borthwick has been reflecting on his time at the club starting work on July …
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 2:31
Big shoes to fill: How Pita Gus Sowakula's absence has forced a reshaping of the Chiefs forward pack
While Finau will run out wearing the No 6 jersey against the Highlanders on Friday, it seems that the man who he’s really steppi…
Tom Vinicombe
03 Mar 2021, 19:25
'If we're talking about it on Monday then we've got a bit of an issue': The Crusaders' biggest weakness exposed?
The Crusaders have attracted some heavy criticism during the week following their 26-13 win over the Highlanders on Saturday - cri…
Sam Smith
03 Mar 2021, 15:21
Brumbies lose Wallabies centurion for Rebels clash while Western Force bench their captain in favour of Pumas halfback
The Rebels, who could have upset Queensland with a last-ditch Matt To'omua penalty kick after full-time, have kept their line-up m…
AAP
03 Mar 2021, 14:30
How Aaron Smith plans to make it to the 2023 World Cup as an 'old athlete' in his mid-30s
Aaron Smith's two-year contract extension with New Zealand Rugby puts him in the box seat to go to the 2023 World Cup in France. G…
Alex McLeod
03 Mar 2021, 13:43
Generation X
A new crop of Kiwi 10s are set to make names for themselves in Super Rugby Aotearoa.
LONG READ
Tom Vinicombe
03 Mar 2021, 13:26
Striving for perfection
England's attack has been a work-in-progress since the heroics of 2019, so can they re-find their mojo?
LONG READ
Ben Smith
03 Mar 2021, 12:58
The blame game
The Waratahs are in chaos and its origins can be traced back to one decision in 2019.
LONG READ
Christy Doran
03 Mar 2021, 12:50
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 19: Rule breakers, Slam makers, Lydiate's favourite Lions memories and food fit for a king
Christina Mahon, Dylan Hartley and Jamie Roberts are joined on RugbyPass Offload - Episode 19 by Wales and Lions back row Dan Lydi…
RugbyPass
03 Mar 2021, 12:34
Steve Borthwick in contention for Lions coaching role
Former England captain thought to be on Lions’ coaching wanted list.
PA
03 Mar 2021, 10:47
Gloucester among the clubs to remove 'nature' from their logo for a day
World Wildlife Day has had an impact on Premiership and PRO14 clubs, including Gloucester who removed the lion from their logo.
Josh Raisey
03 Mar 2021, 10:39
England defeat left Mike Brown awkwardly dressed at Harlequins training this week
Last Saturday's England defeat to Wales had training ground consequences at Harlequins for long-serving full-back Mike Brown.
Josh Raisey
03 Mar 2021, 10:25
England's Jack Nowell suffers injury setback with Exeter
Exeter were hoping that injured England back Jack Nowell would make his first appearance this month since last October's Premiersh…
PA
03 Mar 2021, 10:04
The American dreamer
Kate Zackary and Exeter Chiefs Women are giving the Premier 15s the shake-up it needed.
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Lucy Lomax
03 Mar 2021, 9:38
'Can he play sevens with the injury toll he has had?' - Bristol question Piutau's Olympic chances
Bristol have responded to New Zealand media reports linking ex-All Blacks star Charles Piutau with a change in allegiance before t…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 9:34
Courtney Lawes' Lions tour hopes massively dented as surgery needed to fix Six Nations injury
Veteran England forward Courtney Lawes faces a race against time to be fit for the Lions following his training ground misfortune …
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 8:46
Nigel Owens leaps to Owen Farrell's defence and offers advice to Maro Itoje
Veteran referee Nigel Owens has used his latest newspaper column to critique the efforts of England pair Owen Farrell and Maro Ito…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 8:17
Kyle Eastmond has switched to Super League eight months after quitting Leicester
Ex-England midfielder Kyle Eastmond left Leicester as one of the five salary cap rebels last July and his next move has now been c…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 7:42
'He's an international quality ten': Declan Kidney's take on the current form of exiled Ireland out-half Paddy Jackson
The recent Premiership form of Paddy Jackson has resulted in talk about his prospects with Ireland whom he hasn't been capped by s…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 6:15
Uncapped David Ribbans called up by England who have now also changed restrictions on Premiership player release
Uncapped lock David Ribbans, the South African who qualifies for England through his grandfather, has been called up for Six Natio…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 5:36
Dean Richards issues sobering warning to Championship newcomers Saracens
Having spent 2019/20 in the Championship, Newcastle boss Dean Richards believes talk of Saracens walking the league is dangerous g…
Chris Jones
03 Mar 2021, 4:16
'My action was reckless': Exeter hooker Jack Yeandle banned following red card at Sale
Exeter hooker Jack Yeandle last Friday became the latest player in the Premiership to recently see red for charging into a breakdo…
Sam Smith
03 Mar 2021, 3:51
'Whether that is a mistake, that is not for me to say': Bristol on lack of England game time for Earl and Malins
Bristol have spoken about the tricky issue of Earl and Malins, along with the injured Randall, having limited or no England game t…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 3:11
Bristol confirm the damaging extent of Harry Randall's ankle injury with England
Pat Lam was unsure last week about the prognosis for his injured England player Harry Randall but the Bristol coach has now shed l…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 2:31
'This isn't the Crusaders': Why the Chiefs have thrown caution to the wind and handed a surprise start to a rising talent
The surprise package for the Chiefs in their first team naming for 2021 has got to be the inclusion of young loose forward and par…
Michael Pulman
02 Mar 2021, 19:58
Highlanders boss Tony Brown lifts the lid on decision to bench Aaron Smith for Chiefs clash
Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has revealed why he has demoted co-captain Aaron Smith to the bench in place of Folau Fakatava t…
Alex McLeod
02 Mar 2021, 19:44
Kieran Read and Michael Hooper call for Japanese involvement in international competitions
Wallabies captain Michael Hooper and ex-All Blacks skipper Kieran Read both want to see Japan play more international tests.
AAP
02 Mar 2021, 17:52
Highlanders star Aaron Smith missing from starting side to face Chiefs in Hamilton
All Blacks star Aaron Smith has been dropped from the Highlanders side to face the Chiefs in Hamilton on Friday.
Alex McLeod
02 Mar 2021, 15:44
Plans for Damian McKenzie revealed as injury-hit Chiefs named for first clash of 2021
As has become a Super Rugby tradition, the Chiefs will kick their new campaign off with a sizeable injury list when they welcome t…
Tom Vinicombe
02 Mar 2021, 15:26
Kiwi rugby star hits out at World Rugby over 'political' decision to postpone 2021 World Cup
A Kiwi rugby star believes the postponement of the 2021 women's Rugby World Cup comes with concerns about player welfare.
Online Editors
02 Mar 2021, 15:19
'Jordie could go up to his captain in Ardie Savea and say, 'mate, that was over, can you challenge it?'
Saturday’s blockbuster Super Rugby Aotearoa clash between the Hurricanes and the Blues didn’t disappoint, with both teams well…
Finn Morton
02 Mar 2021, 15:04
Free spirit
Tony Brown can already be compared with coaching genius Wayne Smith
LONG READ
Jeff Wilson
02 Mar 2021, 14:39
Top 14 wins jackpot with new €113.6million per year TV rights deal
French rugby has enjoyed a fantastic victory in the latest tender for Top 14 live TV rights, securing a 17 per cent increase on cu…
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2021, 13:15
World Rugby make 'difficult decision' to shelve 2021 World Cup
There were high hopes that next September's Women's World Cup finals in New Zealand wouldn't be affected by the pandemic.
Sam Smith
02 Mar 2021, 10:40
The Worcester verdict on Chris Ashton's first five weeks at his latest club
It took five weeks for Chris Ashton to appear on the Worcester teamsheet and they have now given their verdict on his settling-in …
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2021, 10:17
'The PRO14 benefited from the Cheetahs... it was a very shocking thing to have to accept'
A recent Currie Cup and Super Rugby Unlocked winner with the Bulls, Sintu Manjezi is still unhappy over how Cheetahs were treated …
Jamie Lyall
02 Mar 2021, 10:15
England centre Manu Tuilagi has taken up dance classes in battle for fitness
Manu Tuilagi has been sidelined with an injury since late September but he is leaving no stone unturned to get back fit and firing…
PA
02 Mar 2021, 10:11
Leicester respond to the death threats their England prop Ellis Genge received in recent days
Rugby's image was tarnished at the weekend by a variety of online abuse which included alleged death threats to England prop Ellis…
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2021, 9:07
Steyn alive
Frans Steyn will be 34 in May, but the two-time world champion's lust to play in a second Lions series burns white-hot.
LONG READ
Jon Cardinelli
02 Mar 2021, 8:43
Worcester make Scott Baldwin their 6th signing for 2021/22
Scott Baldwin is the second player Worcester have signed from Harlequins in recent weeks after ex-England wing Chris Ashton.
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2021, 8:18
Springboks lock Snyman posts injury update 27 weeks after damaging his ACL
It was just minutes into his Munster debut that RG Snyman, the Springboks lock, did his ACL last August but his rehab has now step…
Josh Raisey
02 Mar 2021, 7:04
'I'm sorry... I'm embarrassed by some of my comments': The Rugby Pod's Jim Hamilton has apologised 17 weeks after writing off Alun Wyn Jones' Lions chances
The Rugby Pod ignited a huge social media debate in November when Jim Hamilton said Alun Wyn Jones shouldn't be picked for the Lio…
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2021, 5:17
Old friend of Steve Borthwick to become new general manager at Leicester
Recent exits by Murphy and McGinity allowed Leicester to create a new general manager role that will be filled by a friend of Stev…
Sam Smith
02 Mar 2021, 4:06
Edinburgh sign Wasps scrum-half Ben Vellacott
Scrum-half Ben Vellacott appeared off the Wasps bench last October in the Premiership final but he will soon be starring for Edinb…
Sam Smith
02 Mar 2021, 3:34
Ireland skipper Sexton signs new IRFU deal
Veteran Ireland skipper Johnny Sexton hinted last week that a new deal was nearly done... that paperwork has now been signed off.
PA
02 Mar 2021, 2:39
The identity of the Springboks' pre-Lions tour opposition has been revealed
Not since the World Cup final in Yokohama in November 2019 have the Springboks played but they now have their pre-Lions tour oppos…
Chris Jones
02 Mar 2021, 2:14
'I expect him to transition straight to that All Black team' - NRL coach expects Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to make an immediate impact in rugby
Todd Payten wishes Roger Tuivasa-Sheck was staying in the NRL but knows the Warriors fullback well enough to be certain he'll be a…
AAP
01 Mar 2021, 23:36
'They just had no answer for it'- The Brumbies' 'ruthless nature' turns heads after win over Waratahs
The reigning Super Rugby AU champions were simply unrelenting with their performance, appearing to give it their absolute all righ…
Finn Morton
01 Mar 2021, 20:55
Report: Former All Blacks star Charles Piutau set to switch allegiance to Tonga
Former All Blacks star Charles Piutau is reportedly in line to play for Tonga this year, according to a report out of New Zealand.
Sam Smith
01 Mar 2021, 20:15
'They're learning to win when they're not quite performing at their best' - The growth in the Blues game that should excite fans
While there’s plenty of positives to take out of their win over the Hurricanes on Saturday, the Blues missed a number of opportu…
Finn Morton
01 Mar 2021, 19:24
'We're going to start losing games': Crusaders star's warning to his own side ahead of Hurricanes clash
Crusaders halfback Bryn Hall has issued his side with a warning ahead of their clash with the Hurricanes in Christchurch on Sunday…
Alex McLeod
01 Mar 2021, 19:02
Referee admits Joe Moody should have been yellow carded following Tony Brown outburst
Super Rugby Aotearoa referee Ben O'Keeffe has admitted he should have yellow carded Crusaders prop Joe Moody during his side's cla…
Alex McLeod
01 Mar 2021, 16:40
What does New Zealand's greatest-ever halfback's new contract mean for Folau Fakatava?
Aaron Smith's re-signing with New Zealand Rugby will be applauded by all and sundry - and rightly so. How will it impact the natio…
Tom Vinicombe
01 Mar 2021, 16:10
'Brad Thorn was given time' - Waratahs assistant Whitaker calls for 'patience' after back-to-back losses
It was his youthful side's second-straight record defeat to start their 2021 campaign, after a 41-7 surrender to the Queensland Re…
AAP
01 Mar 2021, 15:39
Western Force lock Jeremy Thrush expecting Waratahs to 'come out swinging' in round three
Western Force lock Jeremy Thrush expects NSW to come out swinging this Friday night, but he hopes seeds of doubt will spread among…
AAP
01 Mar 2021, 14:57
Aaron Smith re-signs with New Zealand Rugby
All Blacks, Highlanders and Manawatu Turbos fans will be celebrating, with halfback Aaron Smith announcing that he has signed a ne…
Online Editors
01 Mar 2021, 14:07
It's simply not good enough that the Hurricanes don't have a formidable tight five after 25 years of trying
At the Hurricanes, it’s always been about hoping the backs and loosies can work enough magic to cover for the deficiencies up fr…
Hamish Bidwell
01 Mar 2021, 12:30
Five things we learned from game-changing Guinness Six Nations weekend
Wales and Ireland were the winners as France and Scotland sat out round three.
PA
01 Mar 2021, 11:50
International player cap would damage women's rugby
In a weekend of controversy in the men’s game, it skipped general attention that the women’s game celebrated a few firsts.
Jess Hayden
01 Mar 2021, 10:14
Penalty machines: A timeline of England's failing discipline
Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations win for Wales was not lacking in talking points, but one of the main takeaways from the match wa…
Josh Raisey
01 Mar 2021, 10:05
Munster legend to retire after an incredible 14 seasons with Irish province
Last week Billy Holland became Munster's second most-capped player of all time, making his 241st appearance.
Ciarán Kennedy
01 Mar 2021, 8:47
'I think twice about tweeting things and probably am less controversial than I would be in person'
Social media abuse followed Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations game between Wales and England.
PA
01 Mar 2021, 8:41
'It's up to Eddie what he does with him, they have control of him' - Wasps concerned by Odogwu's lack of game-time
Odogwu has yet to be involved in England's Six Nations campaing despite being a member of Eddie Jones’ 28-man squad.
PA
01 Mar 2021, 7:09
Glasgow sign powerful Scottish-qualified centre from Japanese Top League
The 24-year-old will join the Warriors squad following the conclusion of the current Top League season in Japan.
Sam Smith
01 Mar 2021, 6:09
Ireland release 13 players from training squad to play in PRO14 derbies
Andy Farrell’s side picked up their first win of this year’s Six Nations by beating Italy 48-10 on Saturday.
PA
01 Mar 2021, 5:23
Cardiff to change name for 2021-22 season after 18 years as the Blues
Cardiff Blues have announced that they will be known as Cardiff Rugby from the 2021-22 season.
PA
01 Mar 2021, 4:54
Head of referees says Gauzere has admitted he got big calls wrong in Wales' defeat of England
The French referee was at the centre of two highly controversial decisions as Wayne Pivac's side claimed the Triple Crown in Cardi…
Sam Smith
01 Mar 2021, 4:26
'Alun Wyn Jones captain for the Lions. End of' - Itoje penalty count blows captaincy debate wide open
Warren Gatland was one of the few spectators at the Principality Stadium on Saturday for Wales’ Guinness Six Nations win over En…
Josh Raisey
01 Mar 2021, 4:20
Fiji Police sevens hit by suspension for violent incident as 24 red cards shown in 2 day tournament
The Fiji Police force has suspended indefinitely one of their sevens teams from taking part in any future tournaments after a viol…
Chris Jones
01 Mar 2021, 3:24
Leicester Tigers to loan winger to Super Rugby
Leicester Tigers are set to become the latest Gallagher Premiership club to loan out a player to a Super Rugby side in the hope of…
Ian Cameron
01 Mar 2021, 2:24
Galthie confirmed as France camp's 'patient zero'
A total of 16 members of the France camp tested positive for Covid-19 after their Six Nations win over Ireland.
Sam Smith
01 Mar 2021, 2:13
Eddie Jones: 'Sometimes the referees tend to over-referee a player like Maro'
Tournament favourites France visit Twickenham on Saturday week before England face Ireland in Dublin in the final round of this ye…
PA
01 Mar 2021, 0:48
All Blacks star bags a brace while Springboks World Cup-winner denied dramatic comeback victory in Top League
An All Blacks star headlined an array of international recruits who played in the second round of the Top League over the weekend.
Sam Smith
28 Feb 2021, 21:52
'The body was pretty beaten up': Lachlan Boshier lifts the lid on physical beating in 'brutal' Super Rugby Aotearoa
Relaxed though he may be, Lachlan Boshier knows the beating that his body will have to take in order to get the job done for the C…
Michael Pulman
28 Feb 2021, 20:02
Five of the best: The top five performers in round two of Super Rugby AU
Round two of Super Rugby AU will go down in history as being one of the wildest rounds of Australian rugby ever, but which players…
Finn Morton
28 Feb 2021, 19:03
Five of the best: The top five players from round one of Super Rugby Aotearoa
Super Rugby Aotearoa is back up and running, with the Crusaders and Blues both picking up wins in the first round of the competiti…
Alex McLeod
28 Feb 2021, 17:51
Super Rugby Aotearoa clash delayed following New Zealand's rise in COVID-19 alert levels
New Zealand Rugby has announced a Super Rugby Aotearoa round two match will be delayed in a bid to allow fans to attend the fixtur…
Online Editors
28 Feb 2021, 14:44
Wales knew choking England enough would see discipline crack - Callum Sheedy
Callum Sheedy says Wales knew that England’s discipline would crack “if we could choke them enough” after he put the boot in…
PA
28 Feb 2021, 14:00
Game of thrones
New Zealand seems to want uncertainty to prevail when it comes to major coaching roles.
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Gregor Paul
28 Feb 2021, 13:48
Adam Hastings red carded for flying boot to face as Leinster beat Glasgow
Scotland international Adam Hastings was sent-off as Glasgow lost 40-21 at reigning Guinness PRO14 champions Leinster.
PA
28 Feb 2021, 12:35
Ellis Genge receives 'death threats' as post-match tunnel video goes viral
England prop Ellis Genge has revealed that he received death threats after a video appeared to show the loosehead not clapping dur…
Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2021, 12:21
England Rugby, Six Nations and BBC condemn abuse directed at presenter
Both England Rugby, the Six Nations and the BBC have condemned abuse directed at presenter Sonja McLaughlan.
Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2021, 8:22
Richard Cockerill's attention turns to Europe as Edinburgh season falters
Richard Cockerill has vowed Edinburgh will use the disappointment of seeing hopes of European qualification next season fade to fu…
AAP
28 Feb 2021, 8:00
Eddie Jones watches on as Bath stage thrilling comeback win over Northampton
Eddie Jones watched on as Bath staged a remarkable comeback to overturn a 17-3 deficit and beat Northampton 23-22.
PA
28 Feb 2021, 7:52
Calls from inside French Rugby for 'independent' probe into source of outbreak
French rugby federation board of directors member Florian Grill on Sunday called for an independent investigation into the COVID-1…
AAP
28 Feb 2021, 6:43
'Most consistent loosie in Europe' - All Black backs Sam Simmonds England recall
The clamour to see Sam Simmonds once again involved with England has reached new heights this weekend after another below-par perf…
Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2021, 6:16
Alun Wyn Jones' remarkable claim about talk in Wales Six Nations camp
Alun Wyn Jones insists there is no Grand Slam chat in the Wales camp after his team moved ominously towards achieving another Guin…
PA
28 Feb 2021, 4:36
Carling: Twitter trolls' abuse of Owen Farrell fueled by jealousy
Former England captain Will Carling has branded the on-going abuse of Owen Farrell as 'so wrong' and believes it is at least partl…
Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2021, 4:04
England won't make official complaint about Pascal Gauzere
England have opted against lodging an official complaint to World Rugby over the performance of Pascal Gauzere in Saturday’s 40-…
PA
28 Feb 2021, 3:25
Sexton likens Irish debutant to Wilkinson: 'I don't think I have ever come across anyone like him'
Ireland debutant Craig Casey possesses a similar mentality to influential England great Jonny Wilkinson, according to his national…
PA
28 Feb 2021, 2:28
Ref watch: What Dan Biggar said to Gauzere, Farrell's useless anger and England's biggest offender
Four French officials stepped into the spotlight for this weekend’s Six Nations games in Rome and Cardiff – Mathieu Raynal and…
Paul Smith
28 Feb 2021, 2:08
Australian bid to stage Lions tour doomed by 'minimum guarantee'
Australian hopes of pressuring the British and Irish Lions into agreeing to take their South Africa tour Down Under this summer ar…
Chris Jones
28 Feb 2021, 1:29
'I'm not going into too many details but it can become a bit of a toxic environment'
England hopeful David Ribbans has been in organisations that couldn't handle losing but he had every belief Northampton would come…
Liam Heagney
28 Feb 2021, 1:00
'I was obese. I was eating burgers every day, microwave pizzas was me dinner, chocolate biscuits for breakfast'
Tighthead Alec Clarey has inspiringly gone from piling on the pounds as a non-sports playing 14-year-old to living the dream with …
Liam Heagney
28 Feb 2021, 0:30
'Manna from heaven': Have Wales found their RWC 2023 flyhalf?
Most of the talk following Wales' 40-24 win over England in Round 3 of the Six Nations focussed on some questionable refereeing de…
Sam Smith
27 Feb 2021, 20:33
Aotearoa Team of Round 1: Have the Crusaders unearthed another All Blacks midfielder?
The Crusaders were perhaps the best performing team in Super Rugby Aotearoa for round one of 2021 - but who features in RugbyPass'…
RugbyPass
27 Feb 2021, 20:07
Has Asafo Aumua's freakish performance blocked Dane Coles' return to the Hurricanes starting lineup?
If Dane Coles does call time on his Hurricanes and All Blacks career at the end of the season, as he's previously hinted, then he …
Tom Vinicombe
27 Feb 2021, 18:30
Liam Squire left hungry for more following first game of rugby in 12 months
It was February 15 2020 when Liam Squire last ran onto a pitch to play a game of professional rugby. Now, a little over a year lat…
Sam Smith
27 Feb 2021, 15:24
'The boys need a bit of love': Rob Penney calls for support following Waratahs' humiliating loss
NSW Waratahs coach Rob Penney says his side needs "a bit of love" after record losses in consecutive weeks have left them shattere…
AAP
27 Feb 2021, 14:24
'We'll have to find a new home': New lockdown laws mean successful Blues will continue their campaign outside of Auckland
Despite recording a composed 31-16 win over the Hurricanes in the opening round of Super Rugby Aotearoa for 2021, the news on Satu…
Sam Smith
27 Feb 2021, 14:14
'In my car crying. Hope you're happy' - BBC pundit Tweets after trolls send online abuse
BBC journalist Sonja McLaughlin says she has been left in tears after trolls hounded her on social media in the aftermath today's …
Ian Cameron
27 Feb 2021, 13:41
'I would be livid if I was Owen Farrell' - Sam Warburton and BBC pundits goes off on Gauzere
There were no red cards, but Six Nations officiating once again took centre stage after Wales' drama-filled 40 - 24 win over Engla…
Ian Cameron
27 Feb 2021, 13:03
'I want my dog to eat food so I'm not allowed to say anything': Eddie Jones on referee Gauzere
Eddie Jones opted not to speak his mind regarding the debatable decisions of refeere Pascal Gauzere in the England Six Nations los…
Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2021, 12:45
Eddie Jones: 'If I was Wayne Pivac, I'd go to a blackjack table and have a bit of a go'
England head coach was magnanimous in the face of England's crucial Guinness Six Nations 40 - 24 defeat to Wales at the Principali…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 12:16
Indiscipline costs England as Wales keep their Grand Slam bid on track
People wanted Wayne Pivac to lose his job not so long ago but he has now guided Grand Slam-chasing Wales to Six Nations win over E…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 11:12
England player ratings vs Wales - 2021 Six Nations
England player ratings as Eddie Jones' succumbed to a 40-24 defeat to Wales in Cardiff in Round 3 of the 2021 Guinness Six Nations…
Alex Shaw
27 Feb 2021, 11:10
Wales player ratings vs England - 2021 Six Nations
Wales player ratings: Not many would have the setup for this match going into the Guinness Six Nations. Wayne Pivac's side coming …
Ian Cameron
27 Feb 2021, 11:01
Zebre off the bottom as Dragons' woes continue
Zebre extended the Dragons’ winless run to six Guinness PRO14 matches with a 26-15 victory which lifted the Italians to fourth i…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 10:45
Gloucester bag just their second win of the season
Struggling Gloucester launched a stirring second-half comeback to battle past Worcester 22-14 and secure just their second win of …
PA
27 Feb 2021, 10:40
Newcastle edge out Harlequins thanks to last-gasp Brett Connon penalty
Harlequins went to Newcastle on Saturday looking for a fifth successive Premiership win but they were hurt by a late sting in the …
PA
27 Feb 2021, 10:39
London Irish on the up as Wasps continue to falter with third straight home loss
London Irish continued to show they are a growing force in the Gallagher Premiership by winning 16-10 at Wasps, with Ollie Hassell…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 10:24
'It doesn't mean everything is fixed now': Six-try Ireland critique their Italian job
Johnny Sexton has drawn a line under the worst Ireland start to a championship since 1998, his team beating Italy in the Six Natio…
Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2021, 10:04
'You've got to give us time to set' - Farrell furious as on-field ref row erupts over controversial Josh Adams try
A controversial try for Wales wing Adams saw Owen Farrell and referee Pascal Gaüzère locked in a verbal argument in the Six Nati…
Ian Cameron
27 Feb 2021, 9:30
Ireland run six tries past hapless Italy
Ireland responded to their worst start to a Guinness Six Nations campaign by running in six tries during a resounding 48-10 bonus-…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 8:41
Ireland player ratings vs Italy - 2021 Six Nations
Here are the Ireland player ratings after they looked impressive in the first half in Italy but struggled in the second period in …
Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2021, 7:56
Bristol battle past Leicester at Ashton Gate to extend Premiership lead
Bristol extended their advantage at the top of the Gallagher Premiership to six points with a hard-fought 17-3 win over spirited L…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 7:23
Edinburgh's Champions Cup hopes are all but over
Scarlets boosted their hopes of clinching a place in next season’s Heineken Champions Cup while severely denting Edinburgh’s o…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 7:06
'Must have been getting a coffee' - officials off to wobbly start in Rome
The standard of the officiating in the opening minutes of Italy versus Ireland Guinness Six Nations game in Rome has ridiculed on …
Sam Smith
27 Feb 2021, 6:47
Five talking points as Ireland look to get back on track against Italy
Ireland face Italy on Saturday seeking to recover from their worst start to a Guinness Six Nations campaign.
PA
27 Feb 2021, 4:46
Brumbies humiliate wretched Waratahs in record breaking battering
The Brumbies have consigned the NSW Waratahs to their second record loss in as many weeks with a 61-10 Super Rugby AU stampede in …
AAP
27 Feb 2021, 3:34
The Oldest Six Nations 2021 XV
Rugby is increasingly said to be no country for old men but this Oldest Six Nations 2021 XV packs quite a punch with its array of …
Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2021, 3:23
Rob Baxter and Alex Sanderson's immediate reaction to Jack Yeandle red card
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter had no qualms with the red card handed out to Jack Yeandle during their 25-20 Gallagher Premie…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 2:49
'You realised this guy's work rate is phenomenal but he is just in the wrong place'
Fijian Siva Naulago looked flummoxed when Bristol recently lost to Sale but the recruit from Super League was different gravy last…
Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2021, 2:38
Watch Hurricanes vs Blues on demand in the UK and Ireland - Super Rugby Aotearoa
Missed the Hurricanes versus Blues live? Click on the image link below to re-watch the match with RugbyPass, your new home for Su…
RugbyPass
27 Feb 2021, 2:08
Ellis Genge reveals England squad's heaviest bench presser after Maro Itoje is quizzed online
Maro Itoje broke up his week by asking England fans to tweet questions but he needed help from Ellis Genge on who bench presses th…
Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2021, 2:00
'Rugby isn't a game like football.... where you can win just on talent'
Maro Itoje insists England must revel in their role as the Chris Eubank of rugby when they attempt to land a telling blow in the G…
PA
27 Feb 2021, 1:41
Super Rugby Aotearoa: Blues player ratings vs Hurricanes
Here's how the Blues rated after they got their 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign off to a winning start against the Hurricanes o…
Mike Rehu
27 Feb 2021, 1:17
Government threaten to throw France out of Six Nations
Sports minister Roxana Maracineanu threatened to withdraw the French team's authorisation to play in the Six Nations.
AAP
27 Feb 2021, 0:58
Eddie's England favourites need to pony up - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones has shown a lot of loyalty to certain players in this England team and a few of them need to pay him back with big per…
Andy Goode
27 Feb 2021, 0:58
Fortifying the defences
Steve Tandy has been the inspiration behind Scotland's improved defensive performances
LONG READ
Ross Harries
27 Feb 2021, 0:40
Hurricanes player ratings vs Blues- Super Rugby Aotearoa
Super Rugby Aotearoa is done and dusted for round one, with the Hurricanes falling to the Blues 16-31 at Sky Stadium, Wellington. …
Finn Morton
27 Feb 2021, 0:34
'Shocker': Confusion among fans as Jordie Barrett's conversion controversially ruled out
Fans have taken to social media to express their confusion at a controversial call by the assistant referees that denied Jordie Ba…
Sam Smith
27 Feb 2021, 0:22
Blues overturn half-time deficit to beat Hurricanes in their Super Rugby Aotearoa opener
The Blues have bounced back from an 11-7 half-time deficit to defeat the Hurricanes 31-16 at Sky Stadium in Wellington on Saturday…
Online Editors
26 Feb 2021, 23:58
Watch: Asafo Aumua ploughs through four Blues defenders to cap off sweeping Hurricanes move
The Hurricanes have exploded into life in their opening Super Rugby Aotearoa match of the year, with powerful hooker Asafo Aumua c…
Sam Smith
26 Feb 2021, 23:08
Super Rugby AU: Three reasons why the Brumbies vs Waratahs is a must watch
But there’s a few key ins and outs, and some mouth-watering clashes – but here are just three reasons on why the Brumbies vs W…
Finn Morton
26 Feb 2021, 20:50
Crusaders hit with injury concern after Will Jordan's withdrawal from Highlanders clash
The Crusaders are waiting on the return of scan results before they know the full extent of the injury that forced Will Jordan out…
Alex McLeod
26 Feb 2021, 20:29
Super Rugby Aotearoa: Three reasons why the Hurricanes vs Blues is a must watch
With both of these teams set to challenge for a spot in the Grand Final later this year, there’s plenty on the line on Saturday …
Finn Morton
26 Feb 2021, 18:59
'That's what's sad about rugby': Tony Brown hits out after ill-disciplined Crusaders defeat Highlanders
Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has vented his frustration at the lack of punishment dished out for repeated infringements after…
Alex McLeod
26 Feb 2021, 18:38
Ulster beat Ospreys to maintain pursuit of conference leaders Leinster
Ulster triumphed 21-7 over the Ospreys at the Kingspan Stadium but failed to secure the bonus point that would have heaped maximum…
PA
26 Feb 2021, 16:54
'It's going to be a massive occasion' - All Blacks captain Sam Cane reacts to 2023 Rugby World Cup draw
The 2023 Rugby World Cup will be launched by a blockbuster clash between hosts France and three-time champions New Zealand but A…
AAP
26 Feb 2021, 15:56
Coach Brad Thorn expecting star recruit 'to upskill very quickly' after impactful Super Rugby debut
Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn reckons it took him nearly four years to finally figure out rugby but after watching Suliasi Vu…
AAP
26 Feb 2021, 15:02
Munster triumph in Cardiff to preserve Conference B advantage
Munster spoiled Cardiff Blues’ return to the Arms Park with a hard-fought 20-11 victory to maintain a nine-point lead at the top…
PA
26 Feb 2021, 14:22
Another red card shown as Exeter edged out by Sale
Exeter hooker Jack Yeandle became the latest player to be sent off in the Gallagher Premiership as the champions succumbed to a 25…
PA
26 Feb 2021, 14:18
'So stupid' - Jack Nowell tweet divides opinion after latest Prem red card
England winger Jack Nowell has divided opinion on Twitter after his take on the Gallagher Premiership red card, one of a litany of…
Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2021, 13:27
Bundee Aki try earns dramatic victory for Connacht
Connacht survived a major scare as Bundee Aki crossed in the final minute to snatch a 19-17 Guinness PRO14 win at Benetton.
PA
26 Feb 2021, 12:14
Stuart Barnes drops cryptic hint about 2021 Lions tour plans
Rugby pundit Stuart Barnes has dropped a cryptic Tweet concerning this year's endangered British and Irish Lions of South Africa a…
Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2021, 11:58
'Like leaving the pub' - Adam Ashley Cooper puts retirement off with new MLR deal
Former Wallaby Adam Ashley-Cooper has compared his rugby career to leaving a pub, after signing for Major League Rugby’s LA Gilt…
Josh Raisey
26 Feb 2021, 10:05
Ireland could drop to lowest world ranking ever this weekend
Ireland could drop to their lowest spot ever on the World Rugby Rankings table - the governing body have revealed.
Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2021, 8:27
'There aren't many faults in his game' - The Welsh 'all-rounder' Jonny Hill can't wait to face
The England second row insists he will not allow himself to be wound up by Jones in the Cardiff clash.
AAP
26 Feb 2021, 7:40
'I have no doubt there is going to be some altercations'
Wales assistant Neil Jenkins has shot back after England boss Eddie Jones made mischievous comments about Alun Wyn Jones' tactics.…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 7:32
'I dont get this' - The forward selection dilemma that is vexing England fans
Eddie Jones has made two changes to his starting XV to face Wales on Saturday from the one that beat Italy in round two, with Jami…
Josh Raisey
26 Feb 2021, 6:53
Every team line-up for this weekend's Six Nations games
Here is every team line-up for round three of the Guinness Six Nations. Sadly, France versus Scotland has been binned, but there a…
PA
26 Feb 2021, 5:24
Chris Ashton to make Worcester Warriors debut
Former England wing Chris Ashton will make his eagerly-anticipated debut for Warriors in Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership match …
Sam Smith
26 Feb 2021, 5:10
'You're never going to find me at a lower ebb than I am right now... and I don't feel that low'
Six weeks into life as a new director of rugby, ex-Saracens assistant Alex Sanderson has reflected on his settling-in period at Sa…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 4:49
Courtney Lawes ruled out of the rest of the Six Nations
Eddie Jones wasn't initially sure how seriously injured Courtney Lawes was but the England forward has now been ruled out of the S…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 4:28
Rugby World Cup 2023 fixtures released: Who plays who and where
Hosts France will take on three-time winners New Zealand in the opening match of the 2023 World Cup.
PA
26 Feb 2021, 3:39
Video: Toomua levelled by Wallabies centre as Reds pinch win
Matt Toomua has missed a shot at goal with the last kick of the game that would have pinched Melbourne Rebels an upset win over th…
AAP
26 Feb 2021, 3:26
'If it has to go ahead in the UK then it is still 15 green against 15 red and it will still be very special'
World Cup winner Lood de Jager insists switching the British and Irish Lions tour from South Africa to the UK this summer would cr…
Chris Jones
26 Feb 2021, 2:56
Watch Highlanders vs Crusaders now on-demand - Super Rugby Aotearoa
Missed the Highlanders and Crusaders live? Click on the image link below to re-watch the match with RugbyPass, your new home for S…
RugbyPass
26 Feb 2021, 2:22
'There is a lot of kick, kick, run, kick, kick, kick, run, kick, run sort of scenarios'
England boss Eddie Jones believes he has got the recent Wales revival under Wayne Pivac all worked out ahead of Saturday in Cardif…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 2:19
'If you want to tidy up and make the game safer you have to call these': Bristol react to Bedlow ban
The Bristol squad is getting light on numbers for various reasons but Pat Lam won't argue with the three-game ban for Sam Bedlow. …
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 1:53
Crusaders player ratings vs Highlanders - 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa
Crusaders player ratings: Super Rugby returned to New Zealand this evening when the reigning champions, the Crusaders took on thei…
Nick Turnbull
26 Feb 2021, 1:32
'I don't know too much about his celebrity status, I haven't checked his Instagram of late'
Louis Rees-Zammit was largely subdued when he first faced England 13 weeks ago but he is now firmly poster boy of the recent Wales…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 1:07
Scotland centre Huw Jones to join Bayonne
Scotland centre Huw Jones will leave Glasgow for Top 14 side Bayonne at the end of the season. The 27-year-old's Warriors contract…
Jamie Lyall
26 Feb 2021, 0:54
Highlanders player ratings vs Crusaders - Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Highlanders can still take plenty of positives out of the match though, with wingers Connor Garden-Bachop and Jona Nareki part…
Finn Morton
26 Feb 2021, 0:30
Crusaders hold off Highlanders fightback to pick up tense victory in Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Crusaders have opened their Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign with a tightly-contested 26-13 victory over the Highlanders at Forsy…
Alex McLeod
26 Feb 2021, 0:01
Watch: Highlanders co-captain Ash Dixon leads spine-tingling haka to open Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Highlanders have opened Super Rugby Aotearoa with a bang by performing a haka ahead of the first match of the new season.
Sam Smith
25 Feb 2021, 22:51
LIVE: Highlanders vs Crusaders | Super Rugby Aotearoa
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the opening game of the Super Rugby Aotearoa season between the Highlanders…
RugbyPass
25 Feb 2021, 21:13
How the Brumbies plan to topple a Waratahs side bolstered by returning Wallaby
Blunting the NSW Waratahs' beefed-up back row is Brumbies captain Allan Alaalatoa's primary focus as the Super Rugby AU defending …
AAP
25 Feb 2021, 20:34
Auditions begin for replacing New Zealand's 'biggest grub' - and first-choice hooker
While Dane Coles hasn't explicitly called said that 2021 will be his final season playing professional rugby, he also hasn't ruled…
Tom Vinicombe
25 Feb 2021, 20:05
Three key match-ups to watch out for in round one of Super Rugby Aotearoa
With the new Super Rugby campaign just hours away from kick-off, we look at three key match-ups that could define the opening roun…
Alex McLeod
25 Feb 2021, 18:36
New Highlanders signing Solomon Alaimalo moves south for 2021 provincial season
New Highlanders signing Solomon Alaimalo will play for a new team in Super Rugby and at provincial level in 2021.
Alex McLeod
25 Feb 2021, 15:46
'He has at times targeted various players in our team... we're going to have to deal with him'
With Alun Wyn Jones poised to play against England for the 23rd time in his Wales Test career, Eddie Jones has the lock in his cro…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 14:00
'They've got a level of maturity that they probably didn't have two or three years ago': Why the Rebels will be on guard this weekend
Melbourne are on high alert for the rampant Reds in their Super Rugby AU clash on Friday night, with captain Matt To'omua saying t…
AAP
25 Feb 2021, 13:47
'Done it once, I'll do it again!' - Injured England star Willis posts update
Jack Willis has provided an update on social media following surgery to his left knee this week.
Josh Raisey
25 Feb 2021, 13:47
'Does Andy know there are 3 other provinces to choose from?': Reaction to Ireland team
Ireland’s Leinster-heavy squad has received a lot of attention online ahead of their trip to Rome this weekend in the Guinness S…
Josh Raisey
25 Feb 2021, 12:50
'I was s***. I was absolutely terrible' - Nigel Owens' biggest career regret
Test rugby’s most experienced referee Nigel Owens recently revealed what the biggest regret of his career has been.
Josh Raisey
25 Feb 2021, 12:06
'We can, and should, challenge women commentators who are poor in knowledge and delivery'
I started commentating on men’s and women’s rugby three years ago, after being given the advice to get a broadcast coach.
Rachael Burford
25 Feb 2021, 11:43
Banned Scotland prop Fagerson could have a part to play yet in the Six Nations
Suspended Zander Fagerson was set to miss the remainder of the Six Nations with Scotland but he argued his case at an appeal heari…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 9:29
Munster's Joey Carbery poised to end 60-week injury layoff
It has been a frustrating near 14-month stint on the sidelines at Munster for their injury-plagued out-half Joey Carbery.
Sam Smith
25 Feb 2021, 9:00
Italy keep the faith and pick unchanged team to take on Ireland
The Six Nations scoreboard didn't reflect kindly on Italy at Twickenham on February 13, but Franco Smith has stood by his XV.
PA
25 Feb 2021, 8:33
Farrell defends picking an all-Leinster backline in an Ireland XV containing 11 players from the PRO14 champions
All seven Ireland backs for Saturday's game in Rome are from Leinster and Andy Farrell has included four more PRO14 champions in h…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 8:08
'I think George almost fell out of love with the game for some time and that's why he didn't play well
North, 28, will bring up his century of appearances when Wales face England in Cardiff on Saturday.
PA
25 Feb 2021, 7:45
Townsend statement: 'It remains our position that we want to have all our eligible players available to us for that fixture'
Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend has reacted to news that this Sunday's Guinness Six Nations' fixture between France versus Sco…
Ian Cameron
25 Feb 2021, 7:06
Why Wales are backing a 184-cap duo that have started together just once before in their midfield
George North and Jonathan Davies have 184 Wales caps between them but they have only ever started once together as the No13/12 par…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 6:40
Ireland star Jacob Stockdale returns to action after injury cost him Six Nations place
Ireland three quarters Jacob Stockdale will return to action for Ulster as they take on the Ospreys at Kingspan Stadium on Friday …
Sam Smith
25 Feb 2021, 6:02
Case for the defence
Elliot Daly has vast sums of credit in the bank with England, but as Matt Perry warns, his starting berth now looks in jeopardy.
LONG READ
Andrew Elliott
25 Feb 2021, 5:44
'He slipped over': England explain Lawes training ground mishap that sees 19-year-old rookie Martin making the bench
Courtney Lawes was expected to start this weekend for England but a training ground injury has forced Eddie Jones into making a re…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 4:38
France versus Scotland officially postponed
The France v Scotland game has been officially postponed - the Six Nations has confirmed.
Ian Cameron
25 Feb 2021, 4:36
Nine weeks of bans doled out following three red cards in single Prem game
Leicester’s Jasper Wiese has been banned for four weeks and team-mate Hanro Liebenberg for two weeks following an online discipl…
PA
25 Feb 2021, 4:23
Wales opt for five changes against England, four alterations coming in their backline
Having beaten Ireland and Scotland in their opening Six Nations games, Wales have now unveiled the XV for their Cardiff clash with…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 4:09
REPORTS: France vs Scotland to be cancelled
French media are reporting that this Sunday's Guinness Six Nations match between France v Scotland is set to be postponed.
Ian Cameron
25 Feb 2021, 4:02
Training ground incident rules Courtney Lawes out of Wales game
Lawes was poised to continue at blindside flanker for the Cardiff showdown.
PA
25 Feb 2021, 3:30
Ireland change seven for their Italian job
Andy Farrell will seek to draw a line under the worst Ireland start to a championship since 1998 following successive Six Nations …
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 3:23
Impressive trial sees former NZ U20s player Cole Forbes join Glasgow
Glasgow Warriors have signed former New Zealand Under-20s player Cole Forbes on a multi-year deal following a successful trial at …
PA
25 Feb 2021, 3:22
England change two of their starting pack to face Wales
Defending Six Nations champions England face a trip to Wales having got their title defence back on track with a round two win ove…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb 2021, 3:07
Dai against Goliath
It's all to play for as Graham Simmons previews the weekend's Six Nations clashes
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Graham Simmons
25 Feb 2021, 3:04
France suspend training and entire squad in isolation after another positive in camp
France have suspended training after yet another positive case in their squad, French Rugby have confirmed this morning.
PA
25 Feb 2021, 1:17
RugbyPass to live stream Super Rugby Aotearoa in UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia and ME
RugbyPass and New Zealand Rugby (NZR) have agreed a new partnership to offer the Super Rugby Aotearoa competition on a new OTT str…
RugbyPass
25 Feb 2021, 1:03
'I caught Dan the last time we played... I was chuffed': Lawes has sights set on Biggar
An intriguing battle within the battle when England visit Wales will be the tussle between Northampton pair Courtney Lawes and Dan…
PA
25 Feb 2021, 1:00
The Hurricanes aren't just replacing TJ Perenara as a halfback, but as a No 10
So talented a player is TJ Perenara that the halfback was often called upon throughout last year's competition to shift into the N…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Feb 2021, 19:48
'The doctor said I would never play again': All Black Nepo Laulala upbeat ahead of first season with Blues
In 2016, Nepo Laulala shifted north from the Crusaders to the Chiefs. The move didn't go to plan, however, with Laulala suffering …
Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 18:29
Current Brumbies flyhalf features in Junior Wallabies training squad for first-ever Oceania Cup defence
Former Wallaby Assistant Coach Nathan Grey has today been confirmed as the Junior Wallabies and National Academies Head Coach for …
Online Editors
24 Feb 2021, 17:51
Blues hand starting debut to former Bristol Bear in side boasting nine All Blacks for Hurricanes clash
Three debutants and nine All Blacks are included in the Blues line-up to travel to Wellington for Saturday’s first round of the …
Online Editors
24 Feb 2021, 17:28
One notable All Black absent from the front row while Hurricanes also make surprise call in the loose forwards
Coach Jason Holland has sprung a surprise for the Hurricanes' opening match of the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season, in what will …
Tom Vinicombe
24 Feb 2021, 16:59
Former All Blacks scrum coach implores immediate set-piece changes: 'You're putting your opponent at risk here, as well as yourself'
From the pre-engagement 'Mexican stand-off' to repeated resets, the length of time scrums are taking out of the game is continuing…
Ed Carruthers
24 Feb 2021, 16:59
England bat away derogatory claims by legendary cricketer Ian Botham that they 'don't look a happy camp'
It was taking a while for the build-up to England versus Wales to turn spicy, but legendary cricketer Ian Botham has duly obliged.…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2021, 14:00
Why the Crusaders have an unfair advantage over their Super Rugby Aotearoa rivals
Whitelock and Barrett will, all things being equal, be the starting locks for the Crusaders in 2021. Off the bench will come Stran…
Campbell Burnes
24 Feb 2021, 13:51
Pack mentality
How Blues’ forwards went from easy beats to heavy hitters to challenge Crusaders’ supremacy.
LONG READ
Patrick McKendry
24 Feb 2021, 13:47
The Crusaders' cause
How will the Super Rugby standard setting Crusaders be preparing for a fifth consecutive year of glory?
LONG READ
Justin Marshall
24 Feb 2021, 12:03
Lost identity
The Highlanders have brought in Tony Brown to help them find who they really are.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
24 Feb 2021, 11:56
High-speed half-life
The Hurricanes struggled to replace Beauden Barrett in 2020. How will they fair without TJ Perenara in 2021?
LONG READ
Tom Vinicombe
24 Feb 2021, 11:55
How to watch Super Rugby Aotearoa in the UK and Ireland?
How do you watch Super Rugby Aotearoa in the UK and Ireland? RugbyPass is the destination to watch live Super Rugby Aotearoa in th…
RugbyPass
24 Feb 2021, 11:54
All or nothing
All Blacks great Dan Carter officially bows out at a time when his body was still willing - even at almost 39.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
24 Feb 2021, 11:53
The enduring wait
A horror season in 2020 is something the Chiefs are desperate to forget all about in 2021.
LONG READ
Michael Pulman
24 Feb 2021, 11:53
Redemption time
David Havili will be eager to bounce back after illness and Covid de-railed his stunning start to 2020.
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Gregor Paul
24 Feb 2021, 11:52
'They have crazy depth': Top 14 champion Richie Gray warns Scotland about understrength France
Nine of the France 23 that beat Ireland are ruled out of Six Nations round three but Richie Gray has warned Scotland to tread care…
PA
24 Feb 2021, 11:11
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 18: Nigel Owens, Zebo and Ryan on red cards, career highlights, regrets and viral hits
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 18 is joined by refereeing royalty as Nigel Owens is on the panel with Christina, Simon Zebo and Ryan …
RugbyPass
24 Feb 2021, 10:58
Top young talent picks at each Super Rugby Aotearoa side
We have picked out for six top young talents in Super Rugby Aotearoa for you to watch over the coming months on RugbyPass.com.
Alex Shaw
24 Feb 2021, 9:56
The Lord's work
Politician, psephologist, Lord, referee, and chairman of the world's first gay-inclusive rugby club - meet Robert Hayward.
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Sam Roberts
24 Feb 2021, 9:27
'Fingers crossed': Bristol still in the dark on the full extent of Harry Randall's England injury
It's been two days since Harry Randall withdrew from the England Six Nations squad and Bristol haven't been able to provide an inj…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2021, 9:23
'Hilarious storyteller, the life and soul of any team he was part of': Tributes pour in for the late Gary Halpin
Ireland tighthead Gary Halpin was a ballsy character who indulged in a rather unique try celebration against the 1995 All Blacks. …
Josh Raisey
24 Feb 2021, 8:17
Former Ireland and Leinster prop Gary Halpin dies aged 55
Former Ireland and Leinster prop Gary Halpin has died aged 55. Halpin made 11 appearances for Ireland between 1990 and 1995 and ha…
PA
24 Feb 2021, 7:26
Private money to back Fiji franchise entry into Super Rugby 2022
A proposal that would see Fiji enter a franchise into Super Rugby in 2022 has taken a major step forward, the Fijian Rugby Union h…
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2021, 7:02
5 teams handed home ties as Champions Cup restart details confirmed
With rounds three and four cancelled in January, EPCR have come up with revised formats to finish this season's Champions and Chal…
Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 6:36
Six Nations officials issue upbeat update on status of France vs Scotland
Hopes have considerably grown that the France vs Scotland match in the Six Nations will now go ahead as planned in Paris next Sund…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2021, 5:54
'That is something that sits in the back of my head': The mental scar driving England's Proudfoot on against Wales
Forwards coach Matt Proudfoot helped England to two 2020 wins over Wales but past Welsh scars with South Africa have him on edge t…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2021, 5:27
Northampton sign Karl Wilkins from Pro D2
Karl Wilkins was 18 when he decided to embark on a French adventure that has now ended with him coming back to Northampton all gro…
Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 4:32
Wasps bring in tighthead Nicky Thomas
A variety of reasons have forced Wasps to look around to bolster their front row, tighthead Nicky Thomas arriving in from Ospreys.…
Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 4:14
Recent Ireland skipper Henderson signs IRFU contract extension keeping him at Ulster
Fresh from being a first-time Ireland captain, Iain Henderson has signed an IRFU contract keeping him at Ulster for the next while…
Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 3:45
10 weeks' worth of suspensions handed down to Rapava-Ruskin, Williams and Bedlow
The RFU have doled out suspensions for three disciplinary hearings after two red cards and a citing in two Premiership games last …
Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 3:31
'He's a horrible person to run into if you're an attacker': Why Cowan-Dickie should keep his England place against Wales
The round two England win over Italy was only the fourth time in his 28-cap career that Luke Cowan-Dickie was chosen to start a ga…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2021, 2:32
'That's all fish and chip paper now': Troubled Vunivalu set for belated Super Rugby debut with Reds
A Super Rugby AU debut for Suliasi Vunivalu was shelved last week due to alleged off-field antics but the Reds have picked him for…
AAP
24 Feb 2021, 1:27
Making a head start
Progressive Rugby want to help the sport deal with the head injury crisis but will anyone listen?
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Sam Peters
24 Feb 2021, 0:03
'It's a huge blow': Highlanders injury woes continue as date is set for Japan star Kazuki Himeno's debut
The Highlanders have been hit with another injury blow, losing another new star recruit for the season.
Alex McLeod
23 Feb 2021, 20:48
Crusaders hand young midfielder starting role in place of injured duo for Highlanders clash
The Crusaders have named a near full-strength team to face the Highlanders in the Super Rugby Aotearoa season-opener at Forsyth Ba…
Sam Smith
23 Feb 2021, 19:42
'It's changed my life': All Blacks stars fight back tears in emotional promo video ahead of new season
Kiwi rugby stars have spoken about what rugby means to them in an emotional Super Rugby Aotearoa promo ahead of the new season.
Online Editors
23 Feb 2021, 18:34
Why New Zealand Rugby needs more Farmlands Cups
One of New Zealand Rugby’s fiercest rivalries etched another chapter into its history books just over a week ago when the Crusad…
Alex McLeod
23 Feb 2021, 18:11
'With Beaudy going, Richie is probably the only proven 10 in the country': All Blacks' first five shortage could influence the Chiefs' selections
Hall highlighted the growing problem for the All Blacks with Beauden Barrett playing in Japan, that the number of proven first fiv…
Sam Smith
23 Feb 2021, 15:49
Highlanders spring playmaking surprise as All Blacks star returns for Super Rugby Aotearoa season-opener
A total of six players are in line to make their debuts for the Highlanders against the Crusaders this Friday.
Alex McLeod
23 Feb 2021, 15:45
'He's been knocking on the door for a while': Super Rugby veterans' shock All Blacks bolter picks
With the new Super Rugby season just two days away from kick-off, two stalwarts of the competition have made early predictions on …
Sam Smith
23 Feb 2021, 15:27
'I've just been playing rubbish, I can't lie': Billy Vunipola agrees with recent criticism of his poor form
The England form of Billy Vunipola has come into some trenchant criticism and even the big No8 is readily admitting he has been of…
PA
23 Feb 2021, 14:00
The two teams that can challenge the Crusaders for the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa title
The Crusaders are firm favourites to clinch a fifth straight title, but, in the eyes of two Super Rugby stalwarts, they won't go t…
Alex McLeod
23 Feb 2021, 13:15
The fallout at Exeter three days on from that bizarre Joe Simmonds conversion gaffe
The latest Exeter Premiership defeat was sealed in bizarre fashion and Rob Baxter has revisited the botched Joe Simmonds conversio…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 11:35
Fijian Josua Tuisova 'did a Bastareaud' at the weekend for Lyon
Lyon have form for converting mifdielders into No8s and they gave Josua Tuisova a temporary go in the role last weekend against To…
Josh Raisey
23 Feb 2021, 11:10
Vote of confidence in Rees-Zammit: 'We back him to deal with anything that comes his way'
Louis Rees-Zammit has lit up the Six Nations but the biggest test of the 20-year-old's Wales career now awaits next Saturday again…
PA
23 Feb 2021, 10:38
Ireland skipper Johnny Sexton hints he might not be around for World Cup 2023
Amid uncertain times in Ireland, veteran Johnny Sexton has hinted he now might not make it as far as World Cup 2023 in France.
PA
23 Feb 2021, 10:09
'I don't know exactly what the rules are'
There is talk France vs Scotland in the Six Nations might be delayed and Exeter boss Rob Baxter is unsure what this means for Hogg…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 8:30
Missing ingredient
Scotland have the players to cause plenty of damage but their rigid game plan is hampering their attack.
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Ben Smith
23 Feb 2021, 8:17
Singing the Bleus
For all France's development, they will not win the next World Cup without a top-class goal-kicker.
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Gavin Mortimer
23 Feb 2021, 8:14
Worcester sign England scrum-half Willi Heinz
Worcester have made another 2021/22 Premiership statement signing, this time bringing in England scrum-half Willi Heinz from Glouc…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 7:32
Wales deliver their latest Six Nations injury bulletin ahead of facing England
Aside from opposition red cards, injuries have been a major talking part in the Wales Six Nations campaign and they have now given…
PA
23 Feb 2021, 6:43
Assistant coach Kelly Brown confirms Glasgow exit
It was just six months ago when ex-Scotland back row Kelly Brown was unveiled as new Glasgow assistant after ten years at Saracens…
Sam Smith
23 Feb 2021, 6:29
'We hope to remain on the field with 15 white jerseys'
With Wales benefiting from red cards in previous Six Nations games this February, John Mitchell has admitted England are now on hi…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 5:44
Saracens sign Springboks scrum-half van Zyl
Saracens have signed a second scrum-half this week from a club in South Africa, this time ex-Spingboks half-back Ivan van Zyl.
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 4:23
Lions officials have sounded out UK Government to help host 'home' tour - reports
With the 2021 Lions tour still shrouded in doubt, it is now being reported that board officials have made an approach to the UK Go…
Sam Smith
23 Feb 2021, 3:14
Fagerson's appeal hearing going ahead on Tuesday afternoon
Banned Scotland prop Zander Fagerson will argue his case when his Six Nations suspension appeal is heard on Tuesday afternoon.
Sam Smith
23 Feb 2021, 2:39
Hopes rise in France after latest round of Six Nations testing results
It has been traumatic for France since their Six Nations win in Dublin but the latest testing results offer hope for the Scotland …
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 1:42
Squire, Frizell, Himeno, Mikaele-Tu'u, Harmon, Lentjes: Which loose forwards will start for the Highlanders?
With their 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign set for kick-off this Friday, the Highlanders are faced with a significant selection…
Alex McLeod
22 Feb 2021, 22:03
Why Sam Cane is staying on as a Chiefs captain despite 'arduous' All Blacks duties
The announcement of Brad Weber as Chiefs co-captain on Tuesday means Sam Cane will also retain his leadership duties with the fran…
Michael Pulman
22 Feb 2021, 19:20
Former All Black names his Super Rugby Aotearoa 'Hype XV' on eve of new season
As the new Super Rugby Aotearoa season looms large on the horizon, a former All Black has named a 'Hype XV' made up of players to …
Alex McLeod
22 Feb 2021, 18:54
Waratahs boss calls for less 'toilet seat moments' as three key players set for sideline stints
The Waratahs are bracing for life without key pair Jake Gordon and Joey Walton as coach Rob Penney called for less "toilet seat mo…
AAP
22 Feb 2021, 15:34
Chiefs name Brad Weber as co-captain for 2021 Super Rugby season
The Chiefs have confirmed halfback Brad Weber will join All Blacks captain Sam Cane as co-captain of the Chiefs for 2021.
Sam Smith
22 Feb 2021, 15:15
How James O'Connor could form one of Super Rugby's most lethal partnerships with Suliasi Vunivalu
James O'Connor wants to do more damage with his boot and it could have direct spin-offs for star new recruit Suliasi Vunivalu.
AAP
22 Feb 2021, 15:07
Haven't we already said goodbye to the great Dan Carter? His real retirement was years ago
The man’s career was over by then and he did well to keep being paid a healthy wage and to maintain the strength of his personal…
Hamish Bidwell
22 Feb 2021, 14:18
Building bridges
Boosting Australian club rugby is the key to preparing aspiring Super Rugby players.
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Will Genia
22 Feb 2021, 13:44
Eddie Jones 'wrong man for the job' and Farrell 'shouldn't be involved' says former Lions back row
Eddie Jones is not the right man for the job and captain Owen Farrell should be dropped is the advice that former British and Iris…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2021, 12:57
Six Nations bosses set deadline to decide if France v Scotland can go ahead
Les Bleus have a total of 10 players ruled out for Sunday's game following an outbreak of Covid-19 in the squad.
Sam Smith
22 Feb 2021, 8:52
'The Women's Six Nations will be the biggest rugby that's going on at that moment'
The first focus of all three players is the Women’s Six Nations, which takes place in a new format and in a new Spring-time wind…
Jess Hayden
22 Feb 2021, 8:51
Ireland camp provide Covid update as positive cases in France squad continue to rise
France team manager Raphael Ibanez has said the squad's Covid cases may have started in Ireland.
Ciarán Kennedy
22 Feb 2021, 8:13
Bigger squads and more rest days - New player welfare principles announced for 2023 World Cup
The tournament will now kick-off on September 8 2023, with the final taking place on October 28.
Ciarán Kennedy
22 Feb 2021, 7:21
Thrill seekers
Welsh enigma, Sinners become Saints, Ireland's redemption man, Munster's old dog for the hard road
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Jamie Lyall
22 Feb 2021, 7:03
England lock Launchbury out for entire Six Nations
England look certain to be without Wasps lock Joe Launchbury for the entire Six Nations Championship following his fibia stress fr…
Chris Jones
22 Feb 2021, 6:47
Nigel Owens says 'something needs to change' after wave of red cards in Premiership
Speaking on BT Sport’s Rugby Tonight, the Welshman said that there needs to be a change in player behaviour.
Josh Raisey
22 Feb 2021, 5:47
Saracens sign USA international scrum-half from South Africa
The 22-year-old will make the move from South African franchise the Cheetahs in the summer.
Sam Smith
22 Feb 2021, 4:21
France now without 10 players for Scotland as more positive tests confirmed
Gaetan Barlot, Thierry Paiva, Cyril Cazeaux, Baptiste Pesenti and Thomas Ramos have been called into the France squad.
PA
22 Feb 2021, 2:25
'He sets the example for all of us' - Daly's high praise for under-fire England team-mate
The club team-mates are expected to line up in the same backline when Eddie Jones’ Guinness Six Nations champions face Wales in …
PA
22 Feb 2021, 2:05
Andy Farrell resists calls for fresh faces as Ireland name 36-man squad to play Italy
In now looks likely that Farrell will go with a familiar looking team for Saturday's game, as Ireland look to get back to winning …
Ciarán Kennedy
22 Feb 2021, 1:40
Under the radar
Wyn Jones has emerged from the shadows to be one of Wales' consistent performers in the Six Nations
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Owain Jones
22 Feb 2021, 0:21
What it's like as New Zealand's oldest returning Super Rugby player after nine years abroad
It's been 10 years since Bryn Evans last played Super Rugby. Now the 36-year-old is in the running to debut for the Highlanders ag…
Alex McLeod
21 Feb 2021, 22:03
'It wasn't as clinical as we can be': Reds captain James O'Connor's Super Rugby AU warning following Waratahs thumping
Reds captain James O'Connor has put Super Rugby AU on notice, warning that his side still have plenty of room for improvement desp…
Alex McLeod
21 Feb 2021, 19:59
Five of the best: The top five performers in round one of Super Rugby AU
Super Rugby AU has kicked-off for 2021, but which five players impressed the most in the opening weekend of the competition?
Finn Morton
21 Feb 2021, 17:46
All Blacks, Wallabies and Springboks stars shine in opening round of Top League
The Top League finally got underway over the weekend, and a ton of stars from New Zealand, Australia and South Africa shone in the…
Sam Smith
21 Feb 2021, 17:28
'Even Beauden Barrett taking deep breaths': Pace of Japan Top League surprises in Barrett's debut despite lopsided scoreline
All Blacks flyhalf Beauden Barrett has kicked off his first Top League campaign with a mammoth win over the Mitsubishi Dynaboars a…
Sam Smith
21 Feb 2021, 16:25
Harry Randall withdrawn from England squad
Bristol Bears scrumhalf Harry Randall has been withdrawn from the England squad after sustaining an ankle injury that appears to h…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 12:20
'He absolutely threw me around like a rag doll' - The time Ryan Wilson accidentally 'cheap shotted' Jerry Collins
Former Scotland skipper Ryan Wilson has recalled a brief run-in with legendary rugby hardman Jerry Collins when the pair squared o…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 11:14
Scotland add seven players to Six Nations squad, confirm they'll appeal Fagerson ban
Scotland have confirmed they will appeal the four-match ban handed to prop Zander Fagerson.
PA
21 Feb 2021, 11:04
League toppers Bristol blow lead over London Irish
Paddy Jackson completed a late conversion as London Irish staged a remarkable fightback to secure a 34-34 draw with Gallagher Prem…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 10:56
Richard Cockerill knows Edinburgh face crucial two weeks to salvage European hopes
Richard Cockerill admits the next two weeks will be crucial in deciding whether his Edinburgh side can salvage their European ambi…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 8:48
U20s star McLean signs new Glasgow Warriors contract
Glasgow prospect Rufus McLean has been rewarded with a new contract after impressing in his first season as a professional.
PA
21 Feb 2021, 7:41
REPORT: Five France players now ruled out as two more test positive
Two more French players have tested positive for Covid-19, bringing to five the total number of players that will be out of action…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 7:21
'It was a surprising comment' - Jones bats back at former England fullback Mike Brown
England head coach Eddie Jones has returned fire at his former fullback, Mike Brown, who suggested that no one within England camp…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 5:19
Video: Ben Kay proves the weekend's most debated call was absolutely right
Former England second row Ben Kay has Tweeted a video that proves beyond doubt that referee Christophe Ridley was absolutely corre…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 4:22
'I can't sulk or be upset. Gregor and I have been in contact and he's told me what I need to do'
In a year of chicanes, Rory Hutchinson began the new season injured, spent much of the middle chunk negotiating a Covid-19 outbrea…
Jamie Lyall
21 Feb 2021, 3:54
Waratahs' Izaia Perese cops ban for 'reckless' tip-tackle
The NSW Waratahs' early-season woes have deepened with centre Izaia Perese suspended for three matches.
AAP
21 Feb 2021, 3:44
Ref watch: Is it time the charge-down was scrapped?
The words ‘movement’ and ‘approach’ have surely never been scrutinised with such forensic detail as following the controve…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 2:59
Wales hooker Ken Owens warns England to expect intensity despite no fans
Wales hooker Ken Owens has warned England to expect no less intensity at an empty Principality Stadium than if there were 70,000 W…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 2:33
'There's no conflict': New RPA chairman Ethan Waller on pandemic rugby, relegation, pizza, pay cuts and Michael Fatialofa
Worcester prop Ethan Waller has stuck his neck out at the age of 28 by becoming the new RPA chairman a year into the pandemic in E…
Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2021, 2:00
'I realised when I went to Toulon I'd been stuck in a rut... I didn't love what I did to get out of bed in the morning'
Funny how it has all turned out for veteran Bristol lock Dave Attwood. Having fallen out of love with the game some years ago the …
Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2021, 1:00
Why Wales wunderkind Louis Rees-Zammit turned down an approach from Eddie Jones
Eddie Jones attempted to persuade Louis Rees-Zammit to choose England over Wales and having failed in his pursuit, he hopes the wi…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 18:15
Life breathed into Jaguares as surprise new destination potentially emerges for Argentina's rugby franchise
The latest reports out of Ireland suggest that top-tier rugby may not be off the table for Argentina's unfortunate Jaguares.
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 17:54
New referee's challenge law gets off to an inauspicious start in Super Rugby pre-season
Super Rugby Aotearoa will trial two new laws for the 2021 season and it looks like there'll be more than a few teething issues in …
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 16:30
'All options are on the table': How a trans-Tasman competition might proceed even with border restrictions
Rugby Australia CEO Andy Marinos has acknowledged that while Super Rugby Trans-Tasman won't be able to go ahead in its proposed fo…
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 15:46
Six minutes of magic ends three-game home losing streak for Connacht
Connacht ended a run of three successive Guinness PRO14 home defeats with a 32-17 bonus point win over Cardiff Blues at the Sports…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 14:49
Wasted chances and white-line fever again prove costly for Edinburgh as European hopes continue to fade
Edinburgh’s Champions Cup bid suffered another blow as they were overpowered 22-10 by Munster at Murrayfield.
PA
20 Feb 2021, 14:13
Pre-season plug or left-field fix? Why Damian McKenzie's move to 10 could be a masterstroke
Damian McKenzie is a natural fullback - that was confirmed a long time ago - but could a shift to first five allow the Chiefs to a…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Feb 2021, 14:01
England's Word Cup-winning coach puts the issue to bed: 'Jonny Wilkinson or Dan Carter?'
Former British and Irish Lions and England coach Sir Clive Woodward has described Dan Carter as the best attacking No 10 he has se…
Online Editors
20 Feb 2021, 12:46
Rhys Webb stars as Ospreys claim hard-fought win over Zebre
Ospreys inched to a 10-0 win over Zebre in the Guinness PRO14 at a wet Liberty Stadium.
PA
20 Feb 2021, 12:23
'I think 'Simmo' moved' - Rob Baxter's take on Sandy Park conversion controversy
Exeter boss Rob Baxter had no complaints about a dramatic finale at Sandy Park after his Gallagher Premiership champions were beat…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 10:48
Red cards a 'wake-up call' - Wasps DoR Lee Blackett
Wasps director of rugby Lee Blackett believes Gallagher Premiership players have received a wake-up call after three red cards wer…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 10:34
Costelow helps six-try Scarlets thrash Benetton to boost European qualification hopes
Two tries from Jac Morgan and scores from Sam Costelow, Dane Blacker, Sione Kalamafoni and Paul Asquith got Scarlets over the Bene…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 10:04
Northampton stun champions Exeter to claim first Sandy Park win in seven years
Stuart Hogg and Exeter were left furious with how their defeat to Northampton ended with a charged-down conversion attempt.
PA
20 Feb 2021, 9:52
Red card mayhem as three sent off in Leicester victory over Wasps
Leicester recorded a convincing 27-8 victory over Wasps at Welford Road in a Gallagher Premiership match that had three red cards.…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 9:50
Video: Wasps fuming over red card for Brookes
Ian Costello was unhappy with the red card for Kieran Brookes as Wasps at Leicester became the second 14-on-14 in this weekend's P…
Liam Heagney
20 Feb 2021, 9:12
'Sometimes you're just not flavour of the month' - Marcus Smith urged to stay patient in bid for England cap
Marcus Smith has been urged to continue placing himself on England’s radar after he steered Harlequins to a 24-12 Gallagher Prem…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 8:27
Leicester's Jasper Wiese becomes third Premiership player red-carded this weekend for shoulder to the head shot
Round ten of the Premiership began on Friday with two red cards and there was a third on Saturday for Jasper Wiese of Leicester.
Liam Heagney
20 Feb 2021, 8:21
Harlequins make it four wins on the bounce following departure of Paul Gustard
The resurgence of Harlequins following the departure of Paul Gustard produced its best result yet as Sale were dispatched 24-12 at…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 7:32
Sharks CEO addresses Itoje and Kolbe rumours
The CEO of South African franchise the Sharks has addressed rumours linking Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe and England lock Maro I…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 7:31
Dean Ryan backs Sam Davies after a controversial clock-in-the-red moment in the latest Dragons defeat
Dragons had a long-odds chance to cause a PRO14 upset on Friday only for Sam Davies to end the game rather than allow play to cont…
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 6:44
'They are the worst for it' - Wilson explains why locks are avoided during contact sessions
When it comes to contact sessions, it's a good idea to say well clear of second rows - at least according to Glasgow Warriors No.8…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 6:25
Bok, Bulls and Ulster fears over Coetzee injury
Ulster, the Bulls and Springboks will be sweating over the extent of Marcell Coetzee’s injury for the next 48 hours.
RugbyPass
20 Feb 2021, 5:47
French Rugby statement: Two more France players test positive
Two more French players have tested positive for the coronavirus, French Rugby have confirmed in a statement.
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 4:57
'A near faultless player' - How the rugby world is reacting to Dan Carter's retirement
The rugby world is entering a new reality, one in which Dan Carter is no longer a professional rugby player.
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 4:29
'Hoggy, I respect you, but do that again and I will kill you' - the Glasgow team bus incident that left Scotland captain terrified
Glasgow Warriors No.8 Ryan Wilson has recounted a tail of how Scotland captain Stuart Hogg bit off more than he could chew during …
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 3:55
'He turned his body around in 48 hours... he's one of the best back-row forwards in the world'
Bath boss Stuart Hooper praised his team’s composure in the closing minutes after they edged out Gallagher Premiership rivals Gl…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 1:39
The £35m price tag to join the English Premiership
Ealing Trailfinders could face a bill of more than £35m to join the Gallagher Premiership if English rugby’s elite clubs insist…
Chris Jones
20 Feb 2021, 0:40
Land of opportunity
Rugby will be missing a trick if the USA don't get to host a World Cup in the near future
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Jon Cardinelli
19 Feb 2021, 23:28
All Blacks legend Dan Carter announces retirement from rugby
Daniel Carter, after 19 professional seasons and just a few weeks short of turning 39, has announced his retirement from all rugby…
Online Editors
19 Feb 2021, 22:48
Top League chairman and other leading rugby bosses throw support behind Club World Cup concept
Top League chairman Osamu Ota has joined other leading rugby bosses in throwing support behind the concept of a Club World Cup.
Sam Smith
19 Feb 2021, 20:39
How James O'Connor went from Australian rugby's bad boy to captaining the Reds to a record-breaking win
Brad Thorn reckons James O'Connor's redemption story is nearing completion after the reformed rugby bad boy led the Reds to a reco…
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 19:20
Beauden Barrett to make Top League debut after being named to start for Suntory Sungoliath
All Blacks star Beauden Barrett is set to finally make his long-awaited Top League debut for Suntory Sungoliath against Mitsubishi…
Sam Smith
19 Feb 2021, 19:03
Jonanthan Ruru stars with a hat-trick as Blues beat Crusaders and Chiefs in game-of-three-halves
The Blues have walked away from a hastily-arranged game-of-three-halves undefeated after beating the Crusaders and Chiefs in Cambr…
Alex McLeod
19 Feb 2021, 17:42
Highlanders come from behind to thump Hurricanes in final pre-season hit out
The Highlanders have finished their pre-season with a big 35-12 win over the Hurricanes at Molyneux Park in Alexandra.
Alex McLeod
19 Feb 2021, 17:08
Two red card shown as Bath edge past Gloucester
Gloucester suffered an eighth successive Gallagher Premiership defeat as Bath edged an eventful west country derby 16-14 that saw …
PA
19 Feb 2021, 14:19
Ulster hold off Glasgow to keep up PRO14 title bid
A clinical display from Ulster ensured they kept the pressure on Leinster thanks to a 19-13 victory over Glasgow.
PA
19 Feb 2021, 14:19
PRO14 contenders Leinster edge further ahead in conference with win at Dragons
Leinster stretched their lead at the top of Guinness PRO14 Conference A to five points with a 35-29 win at Dragons.
PA
19 Feb 2021, 14:09
Saracens deploy 9 internationals in 27-man matchday line-up for Coventry
Saracens will deploy nine internationals in their 27-man matchday team to host Coventry in the hope of landing their second pre-se…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2021, 10:17
Antoine Dupont tests positive for Covid-19
Scrumhalf and star player Antoine Dupont looked set to miss France's Six Nations game against Scotland after testing positive for …
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 9:21
'It's devastating for him' - Awful tackle sees Tahs recruit Perese sent off under new red card law variation
NSW Waratahs coach Rob Penney says he's heartbroken for Izaia Perese after his comeback was derailed by a red card for a dangerous…
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 9:06
Dillon Lewis released from Wales squad
Wales prop Dillon Lewis has been released from Wayne Pivac’s Guinness Six Nations squad due to a neck problem.
PA
19 Feb 2021, 8:19
Prince Harry breaks official ties with Rugby Football Union
The Duke of Sussex - aka Prince Harry - has relinquished his roles as a patron of the Rugby Football Union and Rugby Football Leag…
PA
19 Feb 2021, 7:18
'There's been a lot of talk' - Nigel Owens revisits his initial take on much debated Jonny May try
Referee Nigel Owens has provided more clarity on Jonny May’s spectacular try at the weekend against Italy - a score whose legali…
Josh Raisey
19 Feb 2021, 7:00
Brumbies ruin Western Force homecoming party
The Brumbies have ruined the Western Force's long-awaited homecoming by securing a 27-11 Super Rugby AU win in Perth.
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 6:30
'No longer any doubt' over Lima Sopoaga and Lyon deal - reports
French media are claiming that there is 'no longer' any doubt' over Wasps flyhalf Lima Sopaga joining Lyon, a move reported late l…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2021, 5:28
'As soon as we talk about getting rid of head injuries completely I think the sport will struggle'
Concussion is very much back in the rugby headlines and England scrum-half Dan Robson has given an alternative perspective on the …
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 5:19
No rest for Scotland skipper Hogg as he starts for Exeter this Saturday
Exeter boss Rob Baxter said in midweek he wouldn't 'lump' all his Test players into his team but Scotland captain Stuart Hogg is i…
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 4:31
Reds spark new-look Super Rugby AU season into life with crushing win over the Waratahs
The Waratahs took a third-minute lead in Brisbane but the Reds piled on 41 straight points for their seventh-straight Suncorp Stad…
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 3:51
Sam Simmonds' England exile is starting to feel like it's personal - Andy Goode
George Martin is a brilliant prospect but the continuing omission of Sam Simmonds by Eddie Jones is starting to feel like it’s p…
Andy Goode
19 Feb 2021, 2:43
'Every game he almost has a highlights reel': How Malakai Fekitoa's comeback is going after 16-week layoff
Back in action after a 16-week layoff, the quick return to form of Malakai Fekitoa has Wasps boss Lee Blackett singing his praises…
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 2:43
OTD: Danny Cipriani signs for Melbourne Rebels
On this day in 2010 Wasps announced Danny Cipriani would leave the club at the end of the season to join newly-formed Australian t…
PA
19 Feb 2021, 2:39
'I dislocated a shoulder while jackalling and I probably don't go in as much now because of the injury'
Sale Sharks lock Josh Beaumont knows all about the dangers of jackalling for the ball and carries the scars of the surgery that wa…
Chris Jones
19 Feb 2021, 2:10
Report: Teddy Thomas faces significant pay cut if he signs for Toulouse
Where Racing winger Teddy Thomas will play his club rugby next season is to be decided and there are complications about a move to…
Sam Smith
19 Feb 2021, 1:53
Lifting the weight
How do you keep elite athletes in prime shape when gyms are shut and plans decimated? Meet rugby's S&C gurus.
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Daniel Gallan
19 Feb 2021, 0:40
Ex-Wallabies boss labels Top League as 'unrecognisable' on eve of competition's final edition
Japan's Top League will look to put a year lost to the COVID-19 pandemic behind it on Saturday when play returns for the final sea…
AAP
18 Feb 2021, 21:40
'I would like to play for Japan': Former Super Rugby speedster Tevita Li reveals test rugby ambitions
Former Blues and Highlanders wing Tevita Li has his eyes set on playing at a World Cup for his adopted nation.
Alex McLeod
18 Feb 2021, 20:34
Greig Laidlaw headlines British and Irish talent set to debut in Top League this weekend
Former Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw will headline a raft of English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh players set to debut in this the …
Alex McLeod
18 Feb 2021, 19:12
Three Super Rugby AU matchups to look out for in round one
Super Rugby AU makes its return on Friday, starting with two interesting clashes. First up is the Reds vs Waratahs – that Queens…
Finn Morton
18 Feb 2021, 17:34
Blues name eight All Blacks to face Chiefs and Crusaders in game-of-three-halves
The Blues will have eight of their 10 All Blacks from 2020 available this weekend when they face the Chiefs and Crusaders in a gam…
Alex McLeod
18 Feb 2021, 16:51
Surprise positional switch for All Black Damian McKenzie in Chiefs' Super Rugby Aotearoa warm-up match
Utility back Damian McKenzie has been named to start in the Chiefs' final warm-up of the year - but not in his usual fullback posi…
Tom Vinicombe
18 Feb 2021, 16:07
Crusaders' name dual All Blacks captains in final pre-season hit-out
The Crusaders travel north today, ahead of their rescheduled pre-season fixture against the Blues and Chiefs tomorrow afternoon. T…
Online Editors
18 Feb 2021, 15:23
Ben Smith and Michael Hooper named to make long-awaited Top League debuts this weekend
Former All Blacks star Ben Smith and Wallabies captain Michael Hooper will make their long-awaited Top League debuts for their res…
Sam Smith
18 Feb 2021, 15:12
Surviving Super Rugby Aotearoa
Another Covid curve ball could make for an even tougher competition for Aotearoa’s best players.
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Patrick McKendry
18 Feb 2021, 13:55
Change your tune
It's time to ditch God Save the Queen but what should England rugby's new anthem be?
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Graham Simmons
18 Feb 2021, 12:26
'Us jackalers have to firstly accept that we're going to be on the end of massive collisions, probably higher than anything else in the game'
“I feel like I’m 35,” laughs 24-year-old Will Evans, as he enters the Zoom meeting with a spectacular shiner around his left…
Jamie Lyall
18 Feb 2021, 12:13
Channel surfing
A buzz is in the air as Super Rugby Australia kicks off with a new host broadcaster this week.
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Christy Doran
18 Feb 2021, 11:47
Wasps weigh up uncapped Odogwu coming back from England in late March having not played since January 8
Uncapped Paolo Odogwu is facing an eleven-week gap in between playing a match of any kind unless he can break into the England tea…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 11:33
Munster confirm 8 contract extensions, including deals for Ireland call-ups Craig Casey and Shane Daly
With the contracting moratorium over at the IRFU, Munster have announced eight extensions - including uncapped Ireland sub Craig C…
Sam Smith
18 Feb 2021, 9:10
Self-isolating France boss Galthie tweets update on how he is coping
France boss Fabien Galthie must spend a minimum of seven days in self-isolation after testing positive for Covid after Six Nations…
Josh Raisey
18 Feb 2021, 8:28
Scotland prop WP Nel extends Edinburgh stay
Edinburgh and Scotland prop WP Nel has signed a new two-year contract. The 34-year-old has agreed a deal that will see him surpass…
PA
18 Feb 2021, 7:39
Eddie Jones calls uncapped George Martin into his England Six Nations squad
England boss Eddie Jones has chosen 19-year-old uncapped George Martin as his Six Nations squad replacement for the injured Jack W…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 7:22
'It makes you feel alive': Under pressure Ireland boss Andy Farrell comes out fighting
Andy Farrell has responded to criticism of his tenure as head coach following the worst Ireland start to a championship since 1998…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 6:46
How Wales have rated Josh Adams on his return to training following two-game ban
Josh Adams created the wrong type of headlines for Wales before the start of the Six Nations with his two-game ban for a protocols…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 5:57
'How can I put this? Every time that I tried something different, he had a counter'
Boan Venter .spent Valentine’s Day alone in self-isolation half the world away from his fiancée. Holed up in the plush Edinburg…
Jamie Lyall
18 Feb 2021, 5:36
Fit-again Hastings set to play his first match in 16 weeks after dislocated shoulder
Glasgow No10 Adam Hastings played his last game of rugby on October 31 when Scotland defeated Wales in the Six Nations at Llanelli…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 4:52
New Wales star Rees-Zammit to start Premiership derby for Gloucester
There will be no rest for Louis Rees-Zammit this week as the Wales match-winner at Murrayfield has been chosen to start with Glouc…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 4:17
Exeter detail latest Cuthbert setback after he was hailed as 'phenomenal' last weekend
Despite going 18 weeks in between games, Alex Cuthbert was in flying form in his two-match Exeter comeback that has now suffered a…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 3:14
World Rugby issues response to concussion demands of new Progressive Rugby lobby group spearheaded by James Haskell
Ex-England player James Haskell is spearheading the new Progressive Rugby lobby group and a letter has generated a response from W…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 2:10
Rees-Zammit vs May: 'They run against each other a lot in training, they're well versed on each other's strengths and weaknesses'
It's the England vs Wales head-to-head everyone is salivating over, the battle between Gloucester teammates Jonny May and Louis Re…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 1:25
Glasgow Warriors sign Josh McKay
Glasgow Warriors have pulled off a major transfer coup after Super Rugby flyer and World Rugby U20 Championship winner Josh McKay …
Sam Smith
18 Feb 2021, 0:54
Brumbies captain Alaalatoa expecting a 'physical game up front' in their Super Rugby AU clash with the Western Force
The backs will bring their customary razzle dazzle but the front row battle between the Brumbies and the Western Force looms as th…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 23:20
Brumbies scrumhalf Nic White expecting 'extremely physical' match against Force side featuring plenty of international experience
Scrumhalf Nic White is ready for another season with the Brumbies, as the Canberra-based side prepare to begin their title defence…
Finn Morton
17 Feb 2021, 21:48
Ireland test veteran Rob Kearney may be bringing an old-school skill with him to Super Rugby AU
A new era has begun at the Western Force, but Irish rugby legend Rob Kearney is doing his best to bring back an old-school treat…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 21:08
'I've got pretty strong ambitions to one day play for my country' - Angus Scott-Young gets chance to start in Reds backrow
Angus Scott-Young has overcome his own injury horror story and now stands to benefit from one of his good mate's setbacks by filli…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 20:01
Scotland club Glasgow Warriors reportedly have signed uncapped Kiwi speedster
A Canterbury product, McKay landed with the Highlanders for his season in Super Rugby in 2018 after an impressive provincial campa…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 19:51
Waratahs captain throws support behind 'confident' 21-year-old ahead of the Super Rugby AU opener
NSW Waratahs captain Jake Gordon says his greenhorn No.10 Will Harrison is ready to step out of Bernard Foley's shadow in Friday's…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 19:05
Eddie Jones looking to learn from study into Austrian football team Salzburg as England lack aggression behind closed doors
Eddie Jones believes England’s lack of aggression at the start of their Six Nations title defence may be the result of playing m…
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 17:47
'Being over here and the opportunities I've had have swayed that dream' - Son of Wallaby legend on the brink of Brave Blossoms selection
Jack Cornelsen's father Greg made rugby history for the Wallabies but, as he prepares for a fourth season in Japan, the 26-year-…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 17:36
'This issue is the greatest threat to the worldwide game': new group urges World Rugby to act on concussions
A group of retired rugby internationals, medics, administrators and academics has sent an open letter to World Rugby pressing for …
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 16:45
'This is a real lifeline': Blues to play game of three halves against Chiefs and Crusaders
The Blues' Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign is back on track after having to cancel a pre-season game against the Crusaders set for E…
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 14:58
'We called the journalists fans with keyboards, and he created the idea of circling the All Blacks during their haka'
England head coach Eddie Jones has revealed much of his coaching philosophies, his life journey, some of his tactics and provided …
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 13:55
Soft in the head
Fans debating red cards and the 'hardness' of players can't see the bigger picture
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Michael Aylwin
17 Feb 2021, 12:27
'No way you're getting around making it safe': Bristol prop's ominous jackling warning
After high profile Six Nations incidents, Bristol forward Max Lahiff has tweeted that the 'heroic skill' of jackling can never be …
Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2021, 11:00
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 17: Wales on a roll, red cards, Farrell's form, croc rolls and gobby scrum-halves
After another cracking Six Nations weekend, Jamie Roberts and Ryan Wilson guest on RugbyPass Offload - Episode 17 to review all th…
RugbyPass
17 Feb 2021, 10:39
Exiled Wales out-half Rhys Priestland to join Cardiff Blues
Bath out-half Rhys Priestland was blocked by the WRU from being available to Wales for the 2021 Six Nations but he has now joined …
PA
17 Feb 2021, 10:12
Springboks skipper Siya Kolisi explains move to the Sharks after Durban unveiling
The worst kept secret in South African rugby was officially confirmed on Wednesday with the unveiling of Siya Kolisi as a Sharks p…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 9:22
Leicester bring in ex-Scotland U20s tighthead Will Hurd
Will Hurd played for Scotland U20s in 2019 but the tighthead is native to Leicester and has signed from Glasgow's wider training s…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 8:56
Bassett agrees to Wasps contract extension ahead of 100th Premiership appearance
Currently the 7th highest Wasps try-scorer of all-time, Josh Bassett has inked a new deal at the club ahead of his 100th Premiersh…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 8:33
Recall for Demba Bamba one of three changes to France squad versus Scotland
Fresh from Six Nations wins over Italy and Ireland, the France squad to face Scotland shows three changes including a recall for D…
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 8:10
Tommy Taylor heads back to Sale on 3-year deal
Tommy Taylor came through the Sale academy and was capped by England before leaving for Wasps in 2016 and he is now returning to M…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 5:49
'That doesn't mean you lump them straight back in': Exeter welcome back Hogg and co but are coy about this weekend's selection
Stuart Hogg is back at Exeter along with Jonny Gray and Tomas Francis but Rob Baxter was coy about whether he will play them this …
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 5:20
Worcester prop Ethan Waller becomes new RPA chairman
With Mark Lambert's three-year stint as RPA chairman over, Ethan Waller of Worcester is the next man up at the English players' un…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 4:46
Ferris and Barclay lead the charge in questioning length of Fagerson ban compared to O'Mahony suspension
Decision by Six Nations disciplinary committee to ban Zander Fagerson for a week longer than Peter O'Mahony has ignited social med…
Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2021, 3:42
Newcastle's Premiership trip to Worcester is off as outbreak continues at Falcons
Newcastle will be idle for the second weekend in a row as an ongoing outbreak has led to the cancellation of another Premiership f…
PA
17 Feb 2021, 3:24
Support reportedly growing for Australia option as Lions officials set to discuss finer details
The response was tepid last month to Australia hosting the Lions vs South Africa tour but momentum has reportedly now grown for th…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 3:05
A third France staff member has tested positive for Covid
The Six Nations round two win in Dublin by France has come at a cost as a third staff member has now tested positive for Covid-19.…
PA
17 Feb 2021, 2:37
'I have been told his shoulders are all metal now': Fit-again Lood de Jager back in the Sale selection mix
Fit-again Springboks lock Lood de Jager will bridge a 24-week gap in between appearances for Sale when he faces Harlequins next we…
Chris Jones
17 Feb 2021, 1:50
6-game ban given to Motu Matu'u of London Irish
Veteran London Irish hooker Motu Matu'u has paid a heavy price for a red-carded reckless tackle last Saturday at Sandy Park.
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 1:30
Western Force name star-studded side for their Super Rugby AU opener
Five players with Test experience will bolster a Western Force starting line up that has the "heeby-jeebies" ahead of Friday's Su…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 1:00
Eddie Jones names the role model the injured Jack Willis should look to for inspiration
The dust has settled on the round two win by England and Eddie Jones has a tip for the injured Jack Willis to follow in his rehabi…
PA
17 Feb 2021, 0:59
'It's about mindset as well' - How the Brumbies plan to lead Australian rugby's new era
Super Rugby AU's defending champion Brumbies have vowed to play their part as the code begins a new era on Friday.
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 0:26
Thorn makes surprise selection call as Reds announce team for Super Rugby AU opener
Taniela Tupou will be deployed off the bench and fullback Jock Campbell has a point to prove as the Queensland Reds begin their Su…
AAP
16 Feb 2021, 23:52
'We could win it': Rob Penney's shock title prediction as Waratahs eye first crown since 2014
More than 1500 caps of Waratahs experience has walked out the door, but NSW coach Rob Penney believes his side has the potential t…
AAP
16 Feb 2021, 21:41
Nehe Milner-Skudder to make first appearance for Highlanders in pre-season match against Hurricanes
Former All Blacks outside back Nehe Milner-Skudder has been named to play for the Highlanders for the first time since signing wit…
Alex McLeod
16 Feb 2021, 21:27
Best of the best: The top 10 locks in Super Rugby 2021
Super Rugby AU is now just days from starting, while Super Rugby Aotearoa is just over a week away. As the competitions edge that …
Finn Morton
16 Feb 2021, 21:17
'If you don't' handle it properly you might have a concern' - Brad Thorn speaks out after dropping star recruit
Brad Thorn says his habit for making the tough call since taking over as Queensland Reds coach didn't make it any easier to drop s…
AAP
16 Feb 2021, 20:45
Wallabies rise up World Rugby rankings following Ireland's back-to-back Six Nations losses
The Wallabies have moved one place up the World Rugby rankings after Ireland opened their Six Nations campaign with back-to-back d…
Alex McLeod
16 Feb 2021, 20:21
Hurricanes welcome back four All Blacks for final pre-season clash against Highlanders
Four All Blacks will make their first appearances for the Hurricanes this year after being named to start against the Highlanders …
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 19:08
'We get along really well': Kieran Read reveals his Bledisloe bromance with Michael Hooper
Ex-All Blacks captain Kieran Read is set to team up with Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper for the first time ever this weekend.
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 18:09
Five Super Rugby AU stars to look out for in 2021
There’s plenty of exciting players to come out of every squad, but if we had to narrow it down, here’s five players to look ou…
Finn Morton
16 Feb 2021, 18:05
Hurricanes hit with injury blow as new playmaker ruled out for season
The Hurricanes' shallow playmaking have been hit by the news that one of their new recruits will miss the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearo…
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 15:29
Zander Fagerson's Six Nations campaign is over following 4-game ban
Scotland tighthead Zander Fagerson has paid a heavy price for his red-carded collision with Wyn Jones in last Saturday's Six Natio…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 14:32
Former Chiefs wing Bryce Heem joins Super Rugby rivals for 2021 season
Former Chiefs wing Bryce Heem has joined one of the Hamilton side's rivals for the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season.
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 14:13
'We are very, very close. Seeing that happen to him was just horrible'
Tom Willis was somehow able to put his brother Jack's devastating injury with England out of his mind to impress with Wasps on Sun…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 11:44
'I have been banging on for this since 2012': Ben Ryan's crocodile roll frustrations reach boiling point after Willis injury
It's nine years Ben Ryan first started aired concerns about the crocodile roll that left England back row Jack Willis injured last…
Josh Raisey
16 Feb 2021, 11:32
Wasps respond to speculation that Lima Sopoaga is joining Lyon
Now in his third season with Wasps, former All Blacks out-half Lima Sopoaga has been linked with a move to Lyon for the 2021/22 se…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 11:11
'Game-changing project': Edinburgh complete new £5.7million stadium
Richard Cockerill is chuffed that Edinburgh finally own a stadium for the first time since their 1996 formation as a professional …
PA
16 Feb 2021, 10:39
Confirmed: France boss Galthie tests positive for Covid-19
Preparations by France for their round three Six Nations match have been disrupted by Fabien Galthie testing positive for Covid-19…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 9:09
Halaholo agrees new Cardiff deal just 3 days after impressive Wales debut
Cardiff Blues have moved quickly after Willis Halaholo looked the part coming off the bench last Saturday for a Test debut with Wa…
PA
16 Feb 2021, 8:49
'He's heavily motivated now': Wasps provide latest update on Jack Willis' England injury
It's now three days since Jack Willis was seriously injured while playing for England and Wasps have now had their say on their ba…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 6:57
Mending fences
Ex-pro Rob Vickerman picks out the positives of no relegation from the Premiership
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Rob Vickerman
16 Feb 2021, 5:55
Dragons sign All Blacks slayer Bertranou with immediate effect
Scrum-half Gonzalo Bertranou, who played in the famed Argentina win over the All Blacks, has linked up with Dragons with immediate…
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 5:03
'It's a red card, it's not even up for debate': The Rugby Pod's reaction to Fagerson's sending-off
The second-half red card brandished to Zander Fagerson was a major talking point in the Scotland defeat last weekend to Wales.
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 4:39
Ireland squad update: A dozen players released back to their provinces
Rookie Six Nations boss Andy Farrell is picking up the pieces after the worst Ireland start to a championship since 1998.
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 3:18
Entire France team and management placed in isolation
Testing in France following their round two win in Ireland has resulted in the Fabien Galhie and his Six Nations squad going into …
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 2:21
Richmond announce Championship squad after 'more than 34 weeks of unpaid pre-season training'
It's been March 6 last year since promoted Championship club Richmond played their last match, a National One defeat at Rosslyn Pa…
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 1:58
Best of the best: The top 10 flankers in Super Rugby 2021
With the kick-off of Super Rugby broadening on the horizon, a panel of RugbyPass writers have ranked the ten best flankers in New …
Alex McLeod
15 Feb 2021, 21:59
Reds axe Suliasi Vunivalu for Super Rugby AU season-opener after pub altercation
High-profile Queensland Reds recruit Suliasi Vunivalu has been dropped from what would have been his Super Rugby AU debut for alle…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 20:24
Former cross-code Wallabies star's advice to Suliasi Vunivalu ahead of Reds debut
His head will be spinning and his heart will be pumping, but Suliasi Vunivalu has been given simple advice from a man who's been i…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 19:54
'He's got the potential to play 100 tests': Wallabies great calls for Jordan Petaia to make shock positional switch
A Wallabies legend has called on the Reds to play rising star Jordan Petaia in a surprise position ahead of their Super Rugby AU s…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 19:20
Why it's 'patently absurd' that the Blues aren't allowed to train a week out from Super Rugby Aotearoa
If the Blues cannot train together from Thursday in the region, it will throw a tight schedule into chaos. It doesn’t have to ha…
Campbell Burnes
15 Feb 2021, 18:44
'I have an interesting perspective': Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika lands surprise Super Rugby commentary role
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika will join Nine and Stan Sport's commentary team for the upcoming Australian rugby season.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 18:02
Brumbies concerned with the new-look Force stack with international players even after winless season
The Force have made a statement ahead of their second season back in Australian rugby, recruiting from close to home and across t…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 17:18
New Zealand Rugby's back-up plan if Super Rugby Trans-Tasman can't go ahead
The planned Super Rugby Trans-Tasman competition is in jeopardy due COVID-19 outbreaks in NZ and Australia in recent weeks and Kiw…
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 17:16
'We didn't win a game last year and that still hurts': Wooden spoon pain to drive Force ahead of new season
The glum win-loss record didn't truly sum up the progress made and the fighting spirit on show, with the Force coming close on nu…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 17:13
'Challenging': Blues training from home with pre-season on hold
The Blues players are having to train from their homes under level three restrictions as they face the prospect of heading into th…
Online Editors
15 Feb 2021, 15:20
Savea is more than just a player now, he's in the shop window to be All Blacks' skipper too
It’s not so much that the newly-named Hurricanes captain is versatile, more that he’s had to accommodate different All Blacks…
Hamish Bidwell
15 Feb 2021, 13:33
'There was not one second of freedom... It was one of the toughest I have played, personally' - Charles Ollivon
Les Bleus underlined their status as tournament favourites by grinding out a 15-13 win in Dublin.
PA
15 Feb 2021, 12:10
Premier 15s salary cap increase tipping women's rugby towards becoming fully professional
This week, the RFU agreed to double the amount that clubs can spend on players in the Premier 15s. Originally, the salary cap was …
Jess Hayden
15 Feb 2021, 11:46
REPORT: Teddy Thomas set to sign with Toulouse
After being told he would not be needed at Racing 92 past this season, French wing star Teddy Thomas has been linked with one of t…
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2021, 10:20
Did Bernard Le Roux double dip with a second trip after being sin binned for same offence?
Andy Goode and many eagle-eyed viewers on social media have spotted an attempted trip by France’s Bernard Le Roux on Irish scrum…
Josh Raisey
15 Feb 2021, 9:51
Stockdale one of five Ireland stars listed as 'unavailable' through injury in Ulster medical update
Five Ireland internationals are among eight Ulster players currently unavailable for selection, the province have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2021, 9:23
REPORT: French media claim Sopoaga's Wasps exit a done deal
The New Zealander has recently been linked with a move away from Wasps, who he joined in 2018.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 8:59
Looking for inspiration
Ireland have been on a downward spiral since beating the All Blacks in 2018
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Garry Doyle
15 Feb 2021, 8:46
'We put him at 13, and on a plastic pitch with lots of space, he just absolutely tore it up'
Gloucester wing has made a startling impression in international rugby.
PA
15 Feb 2021, 7:47
Northampton Saints sign up former Leinster prop from Championship
The tighthead came through the Leinster Rugby schools system and advanced into the Leinster Academy, making three appearances in t…
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 7:21
Dan Leavy ruled out for rest of the season
The Ireland and Leinster flanker spent 18 months on the sidelines following a horrific knee injury sustained in April 2019.
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 6:27
Andy Powell's super controversial shout for Ireland's problematic 10 spot
Former Wales No8 Andy Powell has made a controversial call online that Ireland should turn to sacked fly-half Paddy Jackson.
Josh Raisey
15 Feb 2021, 6:03
Six Nations: Team of round 2
A capitulation at Twickenham, slugfest in Edinburgh and arm-wrestle in Dublin, who made our XV of Round 2?
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Jamie Lyall
15 Feb 2021, 5:42
Wales international Dan Baker signs for Dragons on short-term deal
The 28-year-old has three Wales caps to his name and has already joined the Dragons squad.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 5:19
On This Day: Wales' Andy Powell drives golf buggy down M4
The back-row forward had celebrated victory over Scotland into the early hours of the morning.
PA
15 Feb 2021, 4:30
Ireland dominate Sam Warburton's British and Irish Lions team of the week
The former Lions captain also selected four players from England, three from Wales, and only two from Scotland.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 4:25
'I guess fate will decide' - Maro Itoje has addressed prospect of becoming first Black Lions captain
England lock Maro Itoje recognises the impact becoming the first black captain of the British and Irish Lions would have on the s…
Chris Jones
15 Feb 2021, 3:45
Date set for Zander Fagerson's disciplinary hearing
The Scotland prop was sent off 13 minutes into the second half at Murrayfield after making contact with the head of Wales' Wyn Jon…
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 3:24
'The highs and lows of rugby' - Willis vows to come back stronger from horror injury
Willis was only on the pitch six minutes when he injured his leg when being cleared out of a ruck.
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 2:42

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