Match Highlights: Kolisi sinbinning the turning point as Reds down Stormers
Queensland Reds will head to South Africa with wind in their sails after a 24-12 Super Rugby defeat of the Stormers.
Online Editors
05 Apr 2019, 7:22
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RugbyPass March Player of the Month - Rory Hutchinson
The inaugural RugbyPass Player of the Month award has been handed out and in this ding-dong battle of hemispheres, first blood has…
Alex Shaw
05 Apr 2019, 7:18
Gloucester's Savage lands move to Japan
One of Gloucester Rugby’s longest serving players, Tom Savage, will embark upon a new playing challenge at the end of the curren…
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05 Apr 2019, 3:42
Hansen set to head north and raid the Waratahs en route - reports
Steve Hansen has been linked with a number of roles in the northern hemisphere after the Rugby World Cup, but could he be looking …
Alex Shaw
05 Apr 2019, 3:14
'We're expecting a really tough battle' - Where the Blues will have to front against the Waratahs
The Waratahs have a self-proclaimed "world-class backline", but it's their forward pack that Blues coach Leon MacDonald believes h…
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05 Apr 2019, 1:32
The Short Ball - s04e08 - Nobody plays the referee quite like the Crusaders do
Scotty Stevenson, Mils Muliaina, and Ali Williams take us through another week of NZ Rugby on the latest episode of The Short Ball…
RugbyPass
04 Apr 2019, 23:12
New Zealand U20 squad named to defend their Oceania crown
New Zealand's first U20 squad for 2019 has been named and features well-known, promising players such as Leicester Fainga'anuku, E…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 22:00
Nations Championship deadline extended as unions weigh up options
World Rugby has told unions that time to consider the Nations Championship, the most radical revamp of international rugby since t…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 20:21
'I'm happy in Europe' - Eddie Jones quashes Wallabies rumours as Rugby Australia scramble to fill coaching roles
England head coach Eddie Jones has quashed rumours that he will take the reigns as Wallabies coach after this year's World Cup in …
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04 Apr 2019, 17:49
Sensational Parker given another chance as puppet master for clash with Rebels
The same backline that tore apart the Waratah’s ‘blue wall’ last weekend has been given the go-ahead to wreak havoc once aga…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 16:40
Fans share the love with Israel Dagg after surprise retirement announcement
Israel Dagg's retirement has come as a shock announcement this morning but fans have been quick to post tributes to the World Cup-…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 15:02
Fijian winger Filipo Nakosi 'to follow brother Josua Tuisova out of Toulon exit door'
Following months of rumours, Nakosi is set to be reunited with former Agen boss Mauricio Reggiardo at reigning Top 14 champions Ca…
James Harrington
04 Apr 2019, 14:47
Saracens reveal Bosch is leaving the club
Saracens have confirmed Marcelo Bosch will leave the club at the end of the season.
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 14:38
Injury sadly forces All Black Israel Dagg to call it quits at just the age of 30
Israel Dagg set the rugby world alight with the level of his exceptional play as an All Black full-back, but a knee injury has for…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 13:40
New France coach 'will be appointed before 2019 World Cup'
FFR President Bernard Laporte plans to appoint next coach of France's national rugby side before the tournament in Japan - but two…
James Harrington
04 Apr 2019, 12:10
'Your family suffer because they can see you're distraught after a game... Sunday morning comes around and you're still grumpy, still edgy'
April is usually when Leicester go into over-drive in search of trophies, but 2019's end-of-season run-in will be a very different…
Liam Heagney
04 Apr 2019, 11:15
A year after the Scott Baldwin incident, Ospreys have been spotted petting lions again
Ospreys' Scott Baldwin went through hell after his hand was bitten in 2018 in South Africa, but that incident seems to have been f…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 11:04
Brad Barritt takes to Twitter after latest injury scare
Saracens fans have been fretting after their captain Brad Barritt came off against Glasgow at the weekend with an ankle injury.
Josh Raisey
04 Apr 2019, 10:03
Toulon have gone from conquering Europe... to hanging out with Kings, the PRO14 strugglers
With Top 14 and PRO 14 very much rival leagues, Toulon's decision to open negotiations about a link-up with a South African franch…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 9:45
Josua Tuisova's Toulon exit a done deal - reports
Reports coming out of France suggest that Toulon favourite Josua Tuisova's decision to leave the club is effectively a done deal.
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2019, 9:23
Wales and Exeter's exploitation of eligibility loophole has Twitter up in arms
After Wales prop Tomas Francis has signed a new contract with Exeter to keep him at Sandy Park until 2021 this week, fans have giv…
Josh Raisey
04 Apr 2019, 7:05
Nemani Nadolo has copped a suspension following last month's red card for dangerous play
Nemani Nadolo believed his Test rugby retirement would help his form at Montpellier, but the former Fijian flyer is now set for a …
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 5:44
Punishment handed down to Agen following last month's Top 14 coin-throwing incident
Accused of behaving like football hooligans when their defeat to Clermont ended nastily, Agen have finally been punished with a fi…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 5:11
Self-confessed French doper found dead at the age of 41
Doping in rugby is forever a controversial subject but one self-confessed drug user has now passed away at the age of 41, a traged…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 4:46
Crusaders call back two All Black powerhouses
The Crusaders' horsemen may be missing but it hasn't stopped them rolling out the cavalry in the front row stocks to face the Brum…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 2:56
'He's a freak, but I think the reality is rugby's a contact sport'
Having coached a club cut from Super Rugby, Melbourne Rebels mentor Dave Wessels is wary of the Sunwolves in Saturday night's clas…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 2:48
Waratahs say Beale 'hasn't been dropped' while Wallabies skipper also sits out
Star centre Kurtley Beale has been relegated to the bench but Gibson insisted the demotion had nothing to do with the Wallaby's fo…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 20:20
Struggling Cheetahs claim the Pro14 'is tougher than Super Rugby'
The Cheetahs and Kings have struggled since moving from Super Rugby to the Pro14 - could the latter competition actually be the to…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 18:22
New Zealand club doping convictions continue
Two further players have been suspended from playing rugby in New Zealand after purchasing banned substances.
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 17:03
Perry Baker column: 'I can eat steak again'
The great news is my broken jaw is fixed and all the metalwork has been removed which I means have been able to eat steak again! T…
Perry Baker
03 Apr 2019, 15:47
Odds stacked against Brumbies in first Crusaders home match since tragic shooting
Only two wins in six games, a 19-year winless streak in Christchurch and the Crusaders' first home game after an emotional month -…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 15:42
'It wasn't just him' - Cheika on axing friend Larkam and 'four or five others'
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika admits he may have lost a friend but he had to shrug off the emotion of sacking Stephen Larkham for…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 15:29
Bath U18 Max Ojomoh is far more than just a famous name and here's why
Max Ojomoh might have a famous name, but there is a lot more to his game than that. The young Bath prospect could be something spe…
Alex Shaw
03 Apr 2019, 13:44
Sale Sharks back details harrowing back story to his assault arrest
Sale Sharks centre Mark Jennings, who announced he would be taking a sabbatical in February, has opened up on the incident surroun…
Alex Shaw
03 Apr 2019, 12:47
Welsh and Kiwi assistants linked to potential vacancy at Leinster - reports
With John Fogarty likely to step up to a position with Ireland following the World Cup, Leinster have started their search for a p…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 11:53
Incoming Test boss Pivac wades into reignited row in Wales over World Rugby's 36-month residency rule
World Rugby's 36-month residency rule has created huge debate at International level, but incoming Test boss Wayne Pivac claims he…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 10:39
'By the letter of the law it is a penalty' - Murray backs Munster's Tadhg Beirne over Murrayfield theatrics
Conor Murray doesn't believe Tadhg Beirne did anything wrong in the controversial second-half incident that became a major talking…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 10:03
Glasgow are feeling pleased after pouncing for a Scottish-qualified 6ft 3in, 110kg prop from Wasps
After being shown last Saturday in London that they need a bit more muscle if they are to ever progress further in Europe, Glasgow…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 9:25
Wasps fuming over reports Sopoaga is leaving the club
Lima Sopoaga is reportedly eyeing up an early exit from Wasps - according to reporting coming out of the UK.
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2019, 8:26
Six foot seven, 19.5 stone NRL convert the ideal signing according to many Scarlets fans
Scarlets fans have taken to Twitter to show their excitement at the signing of forward Sam Lousi from Super Rugby’s Hurricanes a…
Josh Raisey
03 Apr 2019, 8:00
B Sample results all but end Springbok's World Cup hopes
After an additional round of testing, Springboks and Sharks hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle’s B-sample also revealed the presence of t…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 7:30
SA Rugby report a profit for the first time in 3 years
SA Rugby posted a modest post-tax profit of R2m after two years of losses, it was announced at the Annual Meeting of the organisat…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 7:17
'I always knew that I wanted to stay, it was just a matter of getting it all signed, sealed and delivered'
Danny Cipriani's future was the subject of much speculation, but the out-half now claims he never really wanted to leave Glouceste…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 7:15
'Inconsistent' Bath have set out their homegrown players targets for 2023
The club laid out the strategy as they reported a revenue growth and increased investment in its 2018 financial statements, despit…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2019, 6:52
Navidi out for the rest of the season
Cardiff Blues have confirmed Josh Navidi has undergone successful surgery following the elbow dislocation he suffered against the …
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 6:14
Warriors release CCTV image of 4 men they want help identifying after footage shows them use 'laser-like' devices
Warriors have asked for help in identifying four spectators following complaints that a laser-like device was used to distract pla…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 5:49
Ghost from New Zealand's World Cup past has landed a coaching job in their Heartland
Without a coaching job since leaving Bordeaux in March 2017, former French skipper Raphael Ibanez has finally secured full-time wo…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 5:27
The Springbok rival that's kept Danny Care's England World Cup dream alive
Scrumhalf Danny Care is taking inspiration from Faf de Klerk’s return from test exile to power his bid to help England win the W…
Chris Jones
03 Apr 2019, 5:06
'Over the last 13 years the lows have been low, but the highs have been higher' - Darren Cave calls it quits
Darren Cave more than played his part in last Saturday's European classic versus Leinster, but the long-serving Ulster midfielder …
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 3:59
'I know articles need to be sensational to entice readers - but come on, the man is world-class'
Owen Farrell has received a vote of confidence from one of his predecessors as England skipper amid ongoing scrutiny of the fly-ha…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 3:55
'Calum Green entitled to leave hearing without a stain on his character'
Calum Green found himself in trouble following an allegation of biting during a Premiership match on March 23, but the Newcastle s…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 3:39
'He doesn't want to leave' - New revelation in Gareth Anscombe's Premiership transfer rumours
Cardiff first-five Gareth Anscombe does not want to give up his test ambitions with Wales in order to accomodate a move to the Pre…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 1:00
'I'll keep pushing hard' - The unheralded Kiwi who could become Australia's World Cup bolter
Kiwi-born Melbourne Rebels hooker Anaru Rangi has his sights set on a spot in Michael Cheika's World Cup squad, but faces an uphil…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 23:29
A roll of the dice for the All Blacks' most hotly contested World Cup-position
Since 2015 there has been one position where the All Blacks have failed to replace the talent they lost in the post World Cup exod…
Tom Vinicombe
02 Apr 2019, 23:02
Hurricanes make fourth positional change for Jordie Barrett
Hurricanes star Jordie Barrett will play in a fourth different position on Friday after being named to start at centre for their c…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 23:00
Changing identities may change a winning culture - but that's not the point
If any team in Super Rugby can overcome and rebuild after great tragedy then it is the Crusaders, but let’s not pretend that los…
Tom Vinicombe
02 Apr 2019, 22:31
'We're absolutely gutted for him' - How Waisake Naholo and the Highlanders intend to bounce back
Injured All Blacks and Highlanders wing Waisake Naholo has a big job ahead of him when he returns to full fitness in six weeks' ti…
Alex McLeod
02 Apr 2019, 21:02
20 year-old Reds rookie set to debut on the wing
Thorn has made three personnel changes for Friday's match and a handful of positional switches as they seek to rebound from last w…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 20:23
Maintaining the status quo with Crusaders brand is 'no longer tenable' - Steve Tew
The rebrand will consider retaining the name but dropping the associated imagery with knights and swords, or possible scrapping th…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 20:19
Ominous signs of another Australian Rugby scouting failure
The NSW Waratahs are rallying around rookie playmaker Mack Mason after the 24-year-old's rare start backfired spectacularly on coa…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 16:56
Hayden Parker's price tag keeps moving up as the world's most accurate goal kicker
Sunwolves flyhalf Hayden Parker has cemented himself as New Zealand's best goal kicker over the last two seasons with a record str…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 16:28
Cipriani puts Gloucester speculation to bed by agreeing bumper contract
Where Danny Cipriani will play next season has been an running saga the past few months, but the matter has finally come to an end…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 13:13
Brits ban causes outrage on Twitter
The sanction handed out to hooker Schalk Brits over his brawl with Akker van der Merwe has been derided on social media.
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2019, 12:25
Richard Wigglesworth is going to be busy double-jobbing next season
England veteran Richard Wigglesworth dipped his toe in coaching this season, but he has now committed to expand that role while al…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 11:26
Racing fans have seriously got the hump with Lorenzetti following their European quarter-final exit
Hopes were high in Paris that this would be Racing's year, but their exit to Toulouse has caused ructions with numerous fans angry…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 10:32
'It's a lonely place at the head of a rugby club; I know as I've been there'
Mike Ford has given his assessment of the Leicester Tigers squad as they try to stave off the threat of relegation.
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 9:54
Scarlets sign rugby league convert Lousi from Hurricanes
The Scarlets have bolstered their pack for next season with the signing of second row Sam Lousi from the Hurricanes.
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 8:18
'It's the price you put on the jersey I guess' - Pivac on Gareth Anscombe's WRU wage battle
Most Wales players appear to be happy with the WRU's new wage structure, but in-demand Gareth Anscombe is a critic and incoming Wa…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 7:20
Fiji 7's head coach pinpoints where team needs to improve ahead of HK Sevens
Fiji Sevens team are seeking a fifth successive HSBC Hong Kong Sevens title this week.
Nathaniel Cope
02 Apr 2019, 6:51
It's a sort of homecoming for Wray as Saracens call time on Olympic Stadium experiment
West Ham's Olympic Stadium has played host to the big fixtures Saracens have moved away from Allianz Park, but they have now signe…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 6:32
Watch: Wade does speed test in front of NFL scouts
One of rugby’s most interesting stories over the past year has been Christian Wade’s move to American Football.
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2019, 6:10
Weird disciplinary verdict sees Brits banned for longer than van der Merwe
Despite acting in self defence last Saturday, Schalk Brits has strangely wound up receiving a lengthier ban than Akker van der Mer…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 5:37
Dragons' decision means rugby might have seen the last of the maverick Gavin Henson
The career of one of Welsh rugby's greatest mavericks of recent times is at a crossroads following a frustrating season where he f…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 4:59
O'Driscoll criticises Beirne amid strong Twitter reaction over diving
The weekend’s rugby provided a lot of topics for debate, none more so that Munster’s winner against Edinburgh at Murrayfield.
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2019, 4:48
Stormers to raid Super Rugby rivals for talented playmaker - reports
The Stormers already have one talented hybrid playmaker at fly-half and full-back, but it looks as if they are in the market for a…
Alex Shaw
02 Apr 2019, 4:25
Pienaar back at Montpellier following compassionate leave, but his future looks uncertain
Ruan Pienaar has returned to France following the mid-February death of his sister, but he might have already played his final mat…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 4:21
McGrath explains why he's made 'difficult decision', as Ulster move confirmed
Ireland and Leinster prop Jack McGrath has confirmed his decision to switch to Ulster from the start of the 2019/20 season.
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 4:07
Promising England Under 20 backrow Basham lands Premiership club
England U20's backrow Josh Basham, who who started for England Under-20s in last summer’s World Rugby U20 Championship final, ha…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 3:44
Injury blow for All Blacks and Highlanders wing Waisake Naholo
A training injury to Waisake Naholo has cast his World Cup hopes in doubt and puts the already-struggling Highlanders under more p…
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 23:04
Analysis: How the Hurricanes became roadkill at the hands of the Crusaders' 'Rolls Royce' pack
They are a carry-clean team that relies on power athletes and tempo to make breaks, and once that one dimension was shut down, it …
Ben Smith
01 Apr 2019, 22:57
Succession planning at 10 the downfall for the Blues
That’s not to suggest that the Blues haven’t been producing talent – nor have they necessarily failed to recruit players wit…
Tom Vinicombe
01 Apr 2019, 20:35
Chiefs star Taleni Seu switches Mitre 10 Cup allegiances
Prominent Chiefs forward Taleni Seu has made a provincial switch ahead of this year's Mitre 10 Cup campaign as he leaves reining c…
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 20:15
Springboks legend Naas Botha has a new coaching job and it's for a team you've probably never seen play
Legendary Springboks first-five Naas Botha has sprung a surprising career move as he takes the reins as head coach of a tier three…
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 19:44
Wallabies halfback Jake Gordon commits future to Australia
Wallabies halfback Jake Gordon has inked a new two-year extension to re-sign with Rugby Australia and the Waratahs until the end o…
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 18:27
The coach required to get the best out of Quade Cooper for the Wallabies
Johnson should be wary of simply selecting Quade Cooper and thinking his Super Rugby form with the Rebels will materialise into go…
Nick Turnbull
01 Apr 2019, 15:09
Details of the Kitshoff deal that denied Sale Sharks and kept him in South Africa
Sale Sharks have failed in their bid to sign Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff after the Stormers put together package worth nearly R…
Chris Jones
01 Apr 2019, 14:11
No country for young scrum-halves - apart from France
There are a group of talented, experienced and skilful scrum-halves heading to the Rugby World Cup later this year, but what sort …
Alex Shaw
01 Apr 2019, 12:42
'I know what they think of Australian forwards generally. Soft'
South African forwards see their Australian counterparts in Super Rugby as "soft" and ripe for physical intimidation, according to…
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 10:30
Fans mystified by Goode's continued England absence
In a weekend of tight Champions Cup quarter finals, Saracens bucked the trend with a resounding 56-27 demolition of Glasgow.
Josh Raisey
01 Apr 2019, 10:06
Bulls agree extension with head coach and sign new tighthead
Bulls coach Pote Human has signed an extension to his season-long contract with the South African Super Rugby franchise and added …
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 8:39
Van der Merwe picks up ban for fist fight with Springbok rival
Sharks hooker Akker van der Merwe has been sanctioned by SANZAAR over a fist fight. Blues winger Tanielu Tele'a has also been puni…
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 7:47
Leinster confirm Leavy will miss World Cup
Leinster have confirmed that Dan Leavy will miss the World Cup later this year.
He suffered a knee injury in his side’s 21-18…
Nathaniel Cope
01 Apr 2019, 7:06
Freddie Burns' message for Stockdale after quarter-final blunder
Bath fly-half Freddie Burns has shown his support for Jacob Stockdale on Twitter, after the Ulster winger’s error against Leinst…
Josh Raisey
01 Apr 2019, 6:05
Another team in the mix for O'Gara's services - reports
Ronan O'Gara it seems is not short of options when it comes to his next move.
The former Ireland outhalf is currently with the …
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 5:36
New Fiji 7's captain makes honest admission ahead of 'Pool of Death' in HK Sevens
New Fiji Sevens captain Paula Dranisinukula know he faces a massive task as he spearheads the team’s attempt at a remarkable fif…
Chris Jones
01 Apr 2019, 4:46
Former British and Irish Lions coach also on Leicester Tigers' radar
Leicester have bolstered their coaching staff with the addition of Mike Ford in the short-term, but there is another name to add t…
Alex Shaw
01 Apr 2019, 3:51
Ryan Crotty confirms departure from New Zealand after World Cup
All Blacks and Crusaders midfielder Ryan Crotty has announced his departure from New Zealand following the 2019 World Cup in Japan…
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 0:33
Eddie Jones set to lead British & Irish Lions in South Africa
Eddie Jones has been offered the role of head coach for British & Irish Lions when they travel to South Africa in 2021.
Online Editors
01 Apr 2019, 0:24
Gareth Anscombe weighing up big-money switch to Premiership
Star Wales playmaker Gareth Anscombe has been linked with a big-money switch from the Cardiff Blues in the Pro14 to an ambitious P…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 23:25
How brutal honesty got the Rebels to the top of Australian conference
Turns out it wasn't just the emotion of Quade Cooper and Will Genia facing their old team behind Melbourne's Super Rugby victory o…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 21:20
'We got a couple of offers, and one was pretty close' - The reason that kept Aaron Smith from moving to Japan
Star All Blacks halfback said it was an easy decision to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby, but has revealed he weighed up a signific…
Alex McLeod
31 Mar 2019, 20:30
Unsavoury fan incident forces Leinster to launch quarter-final investigation
Leinster's derby win over Ulster in Dublin was lauded for the atmosphere it created, but it turns out there was one fan ejected fr…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 14:02
'It's to the neck, with force' - Why referee Luke Pearce felt compelled to red card Zack Holmes
Toulouse's quarter-final win over Racing was a classic enhanced by them having to play nearly an hour of the match with 14 players…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 13:10
All Black superstar Smith pens new deal
In a major coup for New Zealand Rugby (NZR), the All Blacks most capped number nine and second most capped Highlanders player, hal…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 13:02
14-man Toulouse pull off Parisian miracle
Toulouse overcame the first-half dismissal of Zack Holmes to beat Racing 92 22-21 in a thrilling Heineken Champions Cup quarter-fi…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 12:25
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Quarter-Finals
Check out our top XV of performers from a compelling weekend of knockout European rugby, where the Irish derby between Leinster an…
Alex Shaw
31 Mar 2019, 11:48
Bears knocked out of Europe after thrashing
Bristol's European Challenge Cup came to an end as they were thrashed 39-15 by La Rochelle in the quarter-finals.
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 10:15
Ford joins Tigers with immediate effect
Mike Ford has joined Leicester Tigers' coaching staff for the remainder of the season.
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 9:38
'I wanted to be away from everyone, wanted to withdraw from the club' - Ashley Johnson's drugs ban battle
Life was awkward for Ashley Johnson during his six-month ban following a failed drugs test, but the Wasps forward has come through…
Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2019, 8:06
Fist fighting Bok hookers face bans
Schalk Brits and Akker van Merwe might have buried the hatchet following the pair’s intense altercation during the Bulls’ 19-1…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 7:36
'Although the club has had a great heritage, it's important that this group of players experience winning silverware'
Harlequins boss Paul Gustard wants his players to make their own European Challenge Cup history after booking a fifth semi-final a…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 5:15
Dan Leavy suffers season ending injury and could miss World Cup
Leinster backrow Dan Leavy's season is over after he suffered a knee injury in his side's win over Ulster in the quarter-final of …
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 3:56
Tigers turn to former Ireland and England coach to beat the drop - reports
Things are getting desperate at the bottom of the Gallagher Premiership and it looks as if Leicester Tigers are about to bolster t…
Alex Shaw
31 Mar 2019, 3:22
Scott Johnson's roller coaster first weekend as Australia's national director of rugby
Scott Johnson's first day as national director of rugby finished on a low but day two gave him some reason for optimism as the cou…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 3:20
O'Driscoll blasts 'unforgivable' Stockdale error while Ulster fans rally around their star
Former Leinster and Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll believes that Stockdale's in-goal blunder in Ulster's quarterfinal clash at A…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 1:53
Super Rugby Team of the Week - Round 7
As Eric Rush once said, “this is just one man’s opinion”. Mike Rehu picks his standouts for Super Rugby Team of the Week for…
Mike Rehu
31 Mar 2019, 0:36
Watch: Chiefs steal last-gasp win in Buenos Aires
Scrumhalf Te Toiroa Tehuriorangi has scored a try with three minutes remaining to give the Hamilton-based Chiefs a thrilling 30-27…
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 21:12
Calls for Mo'unga to wear All Blacks 10 jersey intensify after another Crusaders defeat for Barrett
A fourth consecutive defeat for the Hurricanes against the Crusaders has once again raised question marks over who should wear the…
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 19:31
Queensland Reds fans turn on team after loss to former flyhalf Quade Cooper
Some describe feeling elated at seeing Cooper beat his old team, while some claimed to still be 'ashamed' at how the organisation …
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 17:31
'I know what you want me to say and I'm not going to say it'
Ulster head coach Dan McFarland refused to blame star winger Jacob Stockdale after his fumbled touchdown cost his side dearly in t…
Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2019, 16:02
Leinster see off Ulster after costly Stockdale error
Jacob Stockdale's try-scoring blunder will haunt Ulster and the winger after defending champions Leinster came from behind to win …
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 15:57
Video - 'I just wish I wasn't pulling at my shorts for about 20 meters!'
Leinster Number 8 Jack Conan rues having to pull his short during a 40 metre charge for the line that set up colleague Adam Byrne …
Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2019, 15:20
Farrell's wife going into labour fails to upset Saracens juggernaut
David Strettle capitalised on the late withdrawal of Owen Farrell to cross twice as Saracens stormed into the Heineken Champions C…
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 13:01
Video - Pollard sinks Sharks in the 79th
Handre Pollard struck a last-minute penalty as the Bulls returned to winning ways with a narrow 19-16 victory away over the Sharks…
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 12:16
Cockerill remarkably restrained in response to Murray incident
Edinburgh head coach Richard Cockerill lamented the "tiny, tiny margins" after his side fell to a 17-13 defeat to Munster in the H…
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 11:32
La Rochelle name relatively modest 900kg pack for Bristol Bears
La Rochelle have selected against type with a relatively modest 900kg pack for their showdown with Bristol Bears tomorrow.
Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2019, 8:51
Video - Quade Cooper has last laugh in Thorn feud
Melbourne playmaker Quade Cooper has enjoyed a victorious return with a leading role in the Rebels' dominant Super Rugby win over …
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 6:46
Ronan O'Gara breaks silence after a week of rumours about the French job
Ronan O’Gara has insisted he is still nowhere near to becoming involved with the France team at the 2019 World Cup, adding that …
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 5:25
Diamond 'perturbed' despite quarter-final win
Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond was disappointed with his side's second-half display in a 20-10 victory over Connacht …
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 5:20
A rare All Blacks jersey has been sold for an exceptional price in Cardiff
A 1905 Originals tour jersey that was kept in a collection by a former Ireland player was sold for a hefty sum under the hammer at…
Liam Heagney
30 Mar 2019, 4:57
Sonny Bill's Super comeback for 14-man Blues
After being immersed in the aftermath of tragedy for two weeks, Sonny Bill Williams came off the bench to create a try which helpe…
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 4:19
'We've all been there. I've had shockers as well when I started' - Tahs rally around rookie playmaker Mack
The NSW Waratahs are rallying around rookie playmaker Mack Mason after the 24-year-old's rare start backfired spectacularly on coa…
Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 4:10
Glasgow 'determined to create a bit of history' as Champions Cup clash looms
Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie is adamant on his side creating 'a bit of history' as they prepare to face Saracens in the…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 22:09
'He should be shaking Brad Thorn's hand' - How the All Blacks legend helped revive Quade Cooper's career
Quade Cooper should shake Reds Super Rugby coach Brad Thorn's hand for giving him a real crack at this year's Rugby World Cup, acc…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 19:53
Mad Bernie lives up to reputation as FFR to hold bizarre referendum
France's rugby at Test level might not be up to much, but the level of off-field entertainment surrounding their set-up continues …
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 18:08
The reason Ardie Savea turned down Pau's big-money offer to stay with the Hurricanes
Ardie Savea has revealed that family was his key motive behind turning down a big-money offer to move from the Hurricanes to Top 1…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 18:00
'When we're not performing on the field, it makes sense to suffer criticism' - Kaino on the Savea fall-out
Value for money is a big talking point in France after Julian Savea's Toulon savaging and Jerome Kaino knows he has to earn his ow…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 16:49
'It's the right time to fundamentally rethink the system' - Premiership clubs edging towards relegation resolution
A board meeting next month should finally confirm what will be the conclusion to the long drawn-out debate over Gallagher Premiers…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 13:16
'The 120kg second row has disappeared from the Test circuit. With such a weight, you explode after a quarter of an hour'
Veteran Racing lock Donnacha Ryan has noticed a considerable difference between what is now required from an international second …
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 12:52
Should the Premiership scrap relegation? - The Rugby Pod discuss
The Rugby Pod discuss the idea of ring-fencing in the Gallagher Premiership, a proposal that would rule regulation out of the leag…
Rugby Pod
29 Mar 2019, 11:40
EXCLUSIVE: Will Skelton will not be going to the Rugby World Cup
With the World Cup looming Saracens lock Will Skelton has finally ended speculation about his Wallabies future.
Chris Jones
29 Mar 2019, 11:32
What Edinburgh and Glasgow must overcome to reach the Champions Cup semi's
Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors face Munster and Saracens respectively in their Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals and get…
Jamie Lyall
29 Mar 2019, 10:03
Maro Itoje finally ready for action following eight-week lay-off
Maro Itoje's knee injury was serious enough for him to miss four England Six Nations matches, but he is finally ready to make his …
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 9:06
Steven Shingler to step down a level to prove a point after Blues battle with Anscombe
Lack of investment is a common theme across most clubs in the English Championship, but Steven Shingler has signed on the dotted l…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 8:24
Hamilton: French rugby is on its knees but this heavyweight collision will be a flair-filled belter
Rugby in France is in disarray but Sunday's all-French European quarter-final can be the tonic that reminds us that they still hav…
Jim Hamilton
29 Mar 2019, 8:06
Fans hit back at SANZAAR after Sunwolves pick up win at Waratahs
A week after beating the champions Crusaders, the New South Wales Waratahs slumped to a loss at home to the Sunwolves on Friday.
Josh Raisey
29 Mar 2019, 7:48
Sexton misses out as Leinster and Ulster name teams for Champions Cup derby
Leinster will be without Ireland fly half Johnny Sexton for their Heineken Champions Cup game with Ulster because of injury.
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 7:21
Falcons lock down young Irish flyhalf 'with a huge amount of ability'
Having recently kicked the winning penalty in their Gallagher Premiership away win at Wasps, fly-half Brett Connon has signed a ne…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 7:02
All Blacks captain Read suffers 'double haematoma' on his comeback
An injury to All Blacks captain Kieran Read, who was forced off halfway through his comeback match, has soured the Crusaders' comf…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 6:21
Match Highlights: Fijian Masirewa scores hat-trick as Sunwolves shock Waratahs
The NSW Waratahs have crashed back to earth with one of their most humiliating Super Rugby defeats.
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 6:10
Harlequins and England set to lose fight for budding star to Ireland
Ulster have swooped before for promising Irish-qualified age-grade talents at Harlequins and it looks as if they are about to go b…
Alex Shaw
29 Mar 2019, 5:35
Match Highlights: Crusaders beat Hurricanes, but Read's return doesn't last long
David Havili capitalised on Hurricanes' errors to score two tries as the Crusaders recorded a comfortable 32-8 victory in a stop-s…
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 5:25
My Champions Cup quarter-final predictions - Andy Goode
It’s Champions Cup quarter-final time, one of the best weekend’s in the club rugby calendar, and you can make a case for every…
Andy Goode
29 Mar 2019, 4:16
Kiwi-born wing admits Wales test aspirations
A New Zealand-born Scarlets wing has admitted his desire to represent Wales after signing a new deal with the Llanelli-based club …
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 0:06
The competition that could put the World League debate to bed
The congregation of leading executives within the global rugby fraternity to negotiate details for the much-maligned World Rugby N…
Alex McLeod
28 Mar 2019, 22:50
Brisbane club rugby ready to fire again in 2019
As we head deeper into the 2019 Brisbane club rugby season, Chips Blanch runs us through some of the key match-ups in what is one …
Chips Blanch
28 Mar 2019, 20:47
All Blacks captain Kieran Read opens up about public support in wake of Christchurch attacks
All Blacks captain Kieran Read has opened up about the public support his Crusaders side has received in the wake of the Christchu…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 19:28
'That can make for a dangerous beast' - How the Waratahs and Australian rugby have vastly improved
During his time with the Highlanders, Tony Brown believed the Australian Super Rugby franchises were too predictable, but now he s…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 18:48
'I get a lot of questions on how life on this side of the world is' - Wasps' Lima Sopoaga on his chats with former Kiwi teammates
Lima Sopaoga has no regrets about turning his back on the All Blacks to ply his trade in England at Wasps and provide better for h…
Liam Heagney
28 Mar 2019, 16:09
Newly minted Glaswegian understands those that don't want him in a Scottish jersey
Kyle Steyn tells a story about unity, forgiveness and love, the tale of a white South African cop assigned to protect Nelson Mande…
Jamie Lyall
28 Mar 2019, 14:58
Hamilton: Ulster know Johnny Sexton is flappable
All the talk a few months ago was how Leinster would walk Europe, but Ireland's lack of form in the Six Nations means this all-Iri…
Jim Hamilton
28 Mar 2019, 14:13
The Super Rugby record 'The Beast' is about to break and the fellow Bok he's taking it from
Tendai 'Beast' Mtawarira has been hailed as a rugby legend as he prepares to equal Adriaan Strauss' record as the most capped Sout…
Chris Jones
28 Mar 2019, 11:37
Bok hooker Burden lays claim to be Super Rugby's most unlucky player
Craig Burden must be the most unlucky player in South Africa, perhaps even the world.
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 11:26
Leicester fans praise club for approach to David Denton situation
In what is already a troubling season for Leicester, the club have been dealt the further bad news that David Denton will be out f…
Josh Raisey
28 Mar 2019, 10:35
Jack McGrath's controversial switch to Ravenhill now a done deal
British and Irish Lions Lions prop Jack McGrath is set to leave his home province of Leinster and travel north.
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 9:30
'I was a Falcons fan growing up, they are my club,' enthuses Callum Chick after handshake with Dean Richards
Following in the footsteps of his father Brian has been easy for Callum Chick - his dad played for Newcastle in their Gosforth day…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 9:15
Scottish Rugby bosses take a very curious punt on a yet-to-play MLR outfit
Spending money is something the Scottish Rugby Union has been very careful about in recent times, but they have opened the chequeb…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 8:44
'Jamie Roberts' recruitment has really made him grow...' - Bath's Blackadder on keeping hold of Max Clark
There has been loads of competition in the Bath midfield this season, but Todd Blackadder has been impressed by how one academy gr…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 8:21
Sevens speedster Watson expected to push on to greater things after deciding Wasps future
Marcus Watson has had a circuitous route into the Gallagher Premiership, but the Olympics Sevens medal winner from Rio 2016 appear…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 7:45
Twenty-one-year-old grandson of England cricket great signs first senior contract for Cardiff Blues
James Botham - grandson of England cricket great Sir Ian Botham - has signed a first senior contract with Cardiff Blues.
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 7:14
Hamilton: Having seen Scotland, Glasgow will feel they have found a way to rattle Owen Farrell but he will be too good for them
Owen Farrell was unceremoniously hauled off during England's Six Nations draw with Scotland, but there won't be any hang-over for …
Jim Hamilton
28 Mar 2019, 6:11
Fears grow about Dave Denton's future as Leicester confirm his season is over
Leicester admit they are taking no risks and have given Dave Denton the rest of the season off as the back row is still struggling…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 5:32
Hearing adjourned until next month in Calum Green bite-gate case
Newcastle lock Calum Green was cited following an alleged bite during a Premiership match versus Sale, but a decision has been de…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 4:50
Saints sign trio including a 125kg soldier and an England Sevens star
Northampton Saints can today announce the signings of Ryan Olowofela, Lewis Bean and Karl Garside ahead of the 2019/20 season.
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 4:11
'Naturally he's an athlete. Before he came in, he hadn't played rugby union before'
As if the beleaguered Sunwolves didn't have enough on their plate dealing with Super Rugby's new try-scoring king Israel Folau on …
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 3:38
Premiership club stuck in relegation battle making play for Wallabies coach Michael Cheika
Off-contract Wallabies coach Michael Cheika could be leading a team in the Premiership next year if they survive the relegation ba…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 1:55
Israel Folau's younger brother ready for Super Rugby debut
Now it's potentially double trouble for the bottom-placed and soon-to-be-extinct Sunwolves, with Folau's younger brother John in l…
Online Editors
28 Mar 2019, 0:58
Sunwolves axing was South Africa's revenge for 'bad blood' with Japan
Sunwolves head coach Tony Brown believes 'bad blood' exists between South Africa and Japan and it led to the decision for the Japa…
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 23:21
Reds coach 'couldn't give a rats' about Cooper-Genia homecoming
Queensland assistant Peter Ryan "couldn't give a rats" how Quade Cooper and Will Genia fare in their hyped Suncorp Stadium return …
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 21:16
All Black duo commit to New Zealand Rugby
The Blues and New Zealand Rugby (NZR) have landed two key player signatures with All Blacks Dalton Papalii and Patrick Tuipulotu c…
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 16:01
Hamilton: Cockerill shocked me when he joined Edinburgh, but now they're going to shock Munster
"I was shocked when Richard Cockerill joined Edinburgh, but his hard-nosed approach is reaping rewards and their quarter-final ver…
Jim Hamilton
27 Mar 2019, 15:58
How getting dissed in public by Gavin Hastings drove ex-Scotland full-back Brendan Laney's career
Former Scotland international Brendan Laney has been shaken by recent terror attacks that left 50 people dead in Christchurch, a l…
Jamie Lyall
27 Mar 2019, 15:01
Are Leinster and Saracens still kings of Europe? A lot has changed since the pool stage
Saracens led the way in the pool stage and Leinster looked strong as reigning champions, but in the two months that have passed si…
Alex Shaw
27 Mar 2019, 12:59
Saracens fans respond to Dave Rennie's accusations about their team's alleged underhand 'tactics'
Glasgow face a very tough test this Saturday as they travel to Allianz Park to take on Saracens in the quarter-final of the Champi…
Josh Raisey
27 Mar 2019, 11:14
Much fancied Welsh age grade prop among three academy stars to pen first senior contracts at Cardiff
Three of Cardiff Blues' rising stars have put pen-to-paper on their first senior deals with Wales' Capital Region.
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 10:59
Andy Goode's brilliant response to Eddie Jones' disparaging Lions comments
There has been quite a fierce backlash on Twitter over Eddie Jones’ latest comments on the Lions tour, which have irritated many…
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 10:27
'I live close to Scotstoun, it was an easy decision to make' - Fusaro resolves Warriors future
Having been a loyal servant at the Glasgow Warriors since his debut in 2010, Chris Fusaro admits making a choice about his career …
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 10:17
Ex-Wallaby captain Horwill weighs in on World Rugby's controversial 'jackal' proposal
Former Wallaby skipper James Horwill has warned proposed law changes aimed at driving the “jackal” out of the sport could fund…
Chris Jones
27 Mar 2019, 9:57
Fiji name new 7s captain after Edinburgh bound Nasoko ruled out
Fiji Sevens Coach Gareth Baber has been robbed by injury of captain Kalione Nasoko who will miss the defence of the HSBC Hong Kong…
Chris Jones
27 Mar 2019, 8:12
Nigel Melville comments suggest England Rugby prepared to pass on Gatland
England risk missing out on the chance to recruit Warren Gatland as their head coach after the Rugby Football Union revealed Eddie…
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 7:47
A switch to a Premiership rival is confirmed after Ford-Robinson calls time on Northampton stint
Jamal Ford-Robinson elbowed his way into England contention in summer 2017, but a difficult second year at Northampton has left hi…
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 6:09
An Edinburgh season ticket holder has landed his dream job as club managing director
Edinburgh had their managing director taken by Ulster last October, but they didn't have to look too far to find his replacement a…
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 5:35
'Good brand of attacking rugby' helps Tomos Williams decide to stick with Cardiff
Tomos Williams is the latest at the Blues to decide his future after the WRU confirmed it is sticking by the current four regions …
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 5:09
Quade Cooper's preparation for facing Brad Thorn and the Reds this weekend
Will Genia says it's business as usual for his Melbourne Rebels halves partner Quade Cooper, who will return to Brisbane this Satu…
Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 4:06
The low-key England coach inching closer to Premiership return
The band is looking like it will be broken up after the Rugby World Cup, but which of the current England coaches is eyeing up a r…
Alex Shaw
27 Mar 2019, 3:41
The future balance of Irish provincial rugby - Neil Best
Expect Irish rugby to return to business as usual this weekend after a difficult Six Nations, with the return of Champions Cup Rug…
Neil Best
27 Mar 2019, 3:39
Michael Cheika's schoolboy World Cup trial run
Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika has reverted to a unique coaching technique in order to fine tune his World Cup tactics for la…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 23:33
All Blacks captain Kieran Read set for long-awaited return to rugby against Hurricanes
All Blacks captain Kieran Read will return to rugby for the first time in 2019 after being named to start for the Crusaders agains…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 22:34
The World Rugby Nations Championship Debacle
Sumo & Mils speak with Rob Nichol of the NZ Players Association about the challenges faced in the Pacific with regard to the ongoi…
RugbyPass
26 Mar 2019, 22:12
The Samoan international who stole victory against the Crusaders twice
At the start of this decade, the Hurricanes could hardly be put in the same breath as the Crusaders. One franchise had lost two Su…
Ben Smith
26 Mar 2019, 21:41
All Blacks star suffers significant injury blow
One of the All Blacks' key players has been ruled out of action for at least a month at a difficult time for his Super Rugby franc…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 21:07
All Blacks World Cup bolters: The young guns that could set Japan alight
As we close in on the halfway stage of Super Rugby, we profile four potential All Blacks bolters who could make the World Cup squa…
Alex McLeod
26 Mar 2019, 20:13
'It makes me feel horrific... we don't sleep, we worry' - rookie boss Geordan Murphy is feeling the strain
Leicester are a club used to winning trophies, so the relegation-threatened mess they now find themselves in is hitting rookie coa…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 14:58
Wales fans rage at Martin Johnson's latest comments
Former England captain Martin Johnson has come under some criticism from Welsh fans over his latest comments regarding the Grand S…
Josh Raisey
26 Mar 2019, 13:15
Fans weigh in on Premiership promotion/relegation debate as 'insane' battle hots up
There are many arguments for and against scrapping relegation in the Gallagher Premiership, and they are very complex and fans hav…
Josh Raisey
26 Mar 2019, 12:53
Southern Kings on 'tightrope with PRO14' says new owner
The PRO14 table doesn't make for happy reading for the Southern Kings, second from bottom in Conference B with just two wins to th…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 12:08
Carbery signs new Munster deal, while O'Connell confirms Stade Francais departure and adds intrigue over his next move
Joey Carbery has signed a new deal with Munster, while Paul O'Connell has confirmed his Stade Francais departure.
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 9:40
RFU chief lays out 'catastrophic' consequences if Nations Championship format gets go-ahead
England's relegation from the Guinness Six Nations would be "catastrophic" for the game on these shores, according to acting Rugby…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 9:11
Leinster assistant linked with scrum role as Ireland continue making plans for life after Schmidt
Andy Farrell's first game in charge of Ireland won't happen until February 2020, but Joe Schmidt's anointed successor is already m…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 8:55
Kiwi-born McNicholl signs new deal with Scarlets and it's good news for Wales
Johnny McNicholl has become the latest high-profile player to sign a new deal with the Scarlets.
Last week Grand Slam winners J…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 8:43
Pressure heaped on Eddie Jones as England fans have snapped up massive amount of Japan 2019 tickets
Nearly 600,000 of the 1.8 million tickets bought for RWC 2019 were snapped up by non-Japanese buyers, with England supporters lead…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 8:19
Serious backlash over Eddie Jones' 'disparaging' Lions comments
England head coach Eddie Jones once again riled up his closest rivals by ruling himself out of contention for the 2021 British and…
Josh Raisey
26 Mar 2019, 7:09
Agen issue update on investigation into coin assault on assistant referee
Fearing hefty punishment from the Top 14, the pressure is on Agen to identify the spectator who threw the coin that hit an assista…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 7:07
'They chucked us on an army camp for a weekend the first week I was there and I think I lost like four or five kilos'
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 6:31
Famed 1905 All Blacks 'Originals' jersey has eye-watering guide price for Cardiff auction
Saracens owner Nigel Wray paid a staggering £180,000 for a 1905 "Originals" jersey worn by Dave Gallaher - now another jersey fro…
Liam Heagney
26 Mar 2019, 5:57
Five perfect fits for Fijian prospects in the Gallagher Premiership
The recent Pacific Combine provided players from Fiji with an opportunity to showcase their abilities and attempt to win contracts…
Alex Shaw
26 Mar 2019, 4:33
Wallaby bolters putting their hands up for World Cup selection
For me, there are five such players currently, who, if their current Super Rugby form continues should be names seriously consider…
Nick Turnbull
26 Mar 2019, 2:01
France chasing high-profile Kiwi coaches for 2023 World Cup cycle
France is moving towards selecting a foreigner as their next national head coach, with FFR president Bernard Laporte building a sh…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 22:39
Back where he belongs: Why Damian McKenzie needs to stay at fullback
Damian McKenzie's switch from first-five to fullback has had an undeniably positive impact on the Chiefs in recent weeks, and if t…
Alex McLeod
25 Mar 2019, 21:54
'It's an ambassador job' - Eddie Jones takes a swipe at Warren Gatland as Wallabies job looms
England head coach Eddie Jones has taken an indirect dig at Wales head coach Warren Gatland as rumours about both the British and …
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 20:52
The devastating blow for Asian rugby that will cause 'quite a lot of damage'
SANZAAR's decision to axe the Sunwolves from Super Rugby six months before the kick-off of the Japan-hosted World Cup could have s…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 18:01
'Tell your kids there is a good chance of injuries' Jacques Burger responds to sharing brutal schoolboy tackle
Burger has responded to the criticism with some direct advice for parents whose children play rugby after sharing of an eye-wateri…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 14:50
The heretofore mystery player at the centre of the St James Park biting incident has been cited
A Newcastle forward will appear before a disciplinary panel accused of biting Sale's Rob Webber.
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 14:25
Billy Vunipola trolls Saracens critics with latest social media post
England number eight Billy Vunipola made a winning return to Saracens this weekend, as the champions came back to beat London riva…
Josh Raisey
25 Mar 2019, 13:47
The defensive system dubbed 'The Blue Wall' that's confounding Super Rugby has a northern hemisphere coach masterminding it
NSW Waratahs have labelled their much improved defence the Blue Wall and its certainly proving harder to breach than in recent Sup…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 11:48
Danny Cipriani to stay in England - star to be offered massive increase in current salary by Gloucester - reports
Danny Cipriani is set to be offered a new top-up contract by Gloucester - according to reports.
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 10:52
Ireland openside Josh van der Flier's season is almost certainly over
Leinster received a significant blow ahead of their Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final against Ulster at Aviva Stadium on Saturd…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 9:44
'Hamish is one of the most exciting back-row players in the country' - Watson pens new deal
Scotland star Hamish Watson has become the fifth and final player to commit his future to Edinburgh on #MagicMonday, having put pe…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 9:18
Edinburgh's Fijian Sevens raid continues as Cockerill confirms Sevens captain Kalione Nasoko pen deal
Edinburgh have completed the signing of Fiji Sevens captain Kalione Nasoko on a two-year deal - the penultimate signing to be reve…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 9:12
Edinburgh sign Fiji 7s sensation nicknamed 'The Sledgehammer' from Perpignan
Edinburgh's third signing on #MagicMonday is Perpignan wing and Fiji Sevens star Eroni Sau who joins the club on a two-year-deal.
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 7:50
Excitement and expectation reign around Alfie Barbeary, but so should caution
Wasps have unearthed a diamond in the rough in Alfie Barbeary, but what is it that has everyone so excited about the hooker? We ta…
Alex Shaw
25 Mar 2019, 7:07
Former South African U20s hooker Willemse signs for Edinburgh
Former South African under-20 hooker Mike Willemse will join Edinburgh from fellow Guinness PRO14 side Southern Kings - the second…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 7:05
What Paul O'Connell told Stade players suggests a rumoured Toulon move is off the table - reports
Paul O'Connell will not be at Stade Français next season and he will not be coaching at another Top 14 club - according to repor…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 6:40
Edinburgh sweep up 6 foot 4 inch, 115kg Bristol Bears backrow Haining
Edinburgh have further bolstered their squad ahead of next season with the signing of back-row Nick Haining from Bristol Bears on …
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 5:40
Fiji player's Edinburgh contract doubts as two teammates face court appearances
Head coach Gareth Baber has revealed key forward Mesulame Kunavula will not be joining Edinburgh this season and has returned to t…
Chris Jones
25 Mar 2019, 5:21
Springbok loosehead Kitshoff to turn down lucrative Premiership offer - reports
One South African star could be set to turn down big money in England and instead stay in South Africa, as one of the first to agr…
Alex Shaw
25 Mar 2019, 5:03
'Unbelievable' Read to make long awaited return
There was some good news for the Crusaders after a difficult 10 days on Monday when All Blacks captain Kieran Read was declared av…
Online Editors
25 Mar 2019, 3:48
The case for privatising Super Rugby
The disparity between what the national unions can offer their players and what the private clubs in the North can will continue t…
Ben Smith
24 Mar 2019, 23:57
Kiwis in Europe: Bristol's Kiwis on tight-rope
Pat Lam's Bristol were ousted in a tight affair by Ben Te'o and Michael Fatialofa's Worcester in what was many Kiwi-filled match-u…
Campbell Burnes
24 Mar 2019, 22:28
Super Rugby Team of the Week - Round Six
Mike Rehu brings you his Super Rugby Team of the Week for Round Six, which features 15 players from nine teams.
Mike Rehu
24 Mar 2019, 21:53
Reports: Six Nations strugglers set to snatch Crusaders coach for World Cup
Crusaders assistant coach Ronan O'Gara is set to sign a short-term deal as a defence coach for the French national team ahead thei…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 21:16
'Playing at a hectic speed' - Brad Thorn's warning to Queensland Reds' Super Rugby rivals
Queensland have warned they've got plenty more in the tank after storming back into the Super Rugby frame with a bonus-point defea…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 18:51
Reds backrow Scott-Young cited for punching former teammate
Queensland Reds forward Angus Scott-Young is facing a lengthy Super Rugby ban after being cited for striking former teammate James…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 18:25
Brodie Retallick drops hint about All Blacks future after World Cup
All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick has dropped a hint regarding what his future plans could entail after this year's World Cup campa…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 17:18
French rugby compared with 'football hooliganism' as Top 14 referee hit in the head
An ugly incident has occurred in France's Top 14 in a match between Agen and Clermont with referee Thomas Charabas targetted by fa…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 15:19
Clinical Exeter beat Bath to seal play-off spot
Bath were well beaten at Sandy Park as Exeter Chiefs sealed a top-four spot by extending their winning streak to four matches.
Peter Thompson
24 Mar 2019, 14:41
Gallagher Premiership XV of the Week - Round 17
Our XV of the week from Round 17 of the Gallagher Premiership, a weekend which included the East Midlands derby, two big wins in t…
Alex Shaw
24 Mar 2019, 14:15
Positive Sunday for Exeter as they sink Bath and sign a Scarlets forward
Exeter sealed a place in this season's Premiership semi-finals with a home win over Bath that was preceded by Rob Baxter announcin…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 12:37
Shaun Edwards' throws cat among the pigeons with 'hypothetical' England job comments
London-based Shaun Edwards admits a role with England would have its perks after it emerged he has not officially taken the Wigan …
Liam Blackburn
24 Mar 2019, 12:08
'As a kid it sometimes takes a landmark event like the 2003 World Cup win to get you involved'
Late bloomer Tom Savage tells RugbyPass how Jason Robinson's 2003 England exploits inspired him to start a career that now has Glo…
Liam Heagney
24 Mar 2019, 12:06
Alleged homophobic abuse generating war of words ahead of Basque derby
Munster's complaint to Irish police about online harassment isn't the only social media incident making headlines this week as Bia…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 10:33
Jacques Burger shared a breathtakingly brutal hit from a SA schoolboy match and not everyone's happy
The sharing of an eye-watering hit from a South African schoolboy match by former Saracens backrow Jacques Burger has ignited a he…
Ian Cameron
24 Mar 2019, 9:43
Forgotten Springbok bulldozer marks latest injury return with try against South African competition
Marcell Coetzee marked his comeback for Ulster with one of their five tries in a 33-19 Guinness PRO14 win over the Southern Kings.
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 7:46
The 21 stone unsung Welshman that returned to his England club 'a bit smug' this week
If Tom Francis returned to the Exeter Chiefs this week “a bit smug” then he had every right to be.
Francis is not a player …
Martyn Thomas
24 Mar 2019, 6:41
What went wrong for England against Scotland?
The Rugby Pod attempt to analyse what happened in Twickenham last weekend.
Rugby Pod
24 Mar 2019, 6:18
'It's bleeding' - Citing officer invoked after Premiership match marred by biting incident
Newcastle's magnificent 22-17 comeback victory over Sale in front of nearly 30,000 fans at St James' Park was overshadowed by an a…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 5:39
Premiership relegation battle reignites: Permutations and the runners and riders
With just five rounds of the season to go, the Gallagher Premiership relegation battle has taken on a new level of intensity. We l…
Alex Shaw
24 Mar 2019, 4:45
Debate over Crusaders name change is example of opportunistic political correctness gone mad
Crusaders were resilient on their return to action following a difficult week where the name got hijacked in the commentary surrou…
Liam Heagney
24 Mar 2019, 4:03
Match Highlights - Reds ease past Brumbies
After three straight losses to start the Super Rugby season, the Reds made it back-to-back wins by beating the Brumbies.
Dejan Kalinic
24 Mar 2019, 3:56
Paddy Jackson's Perpignan claim first home win of the season
Tries from Carl Fearns, Mickael Ivaldi and Thibaut Regard helped Lyon get back to winning ways in Saturday's Top 14 action.
Alex Fisher
24 Mar 2019, 3:53
Glasgow and Munster march on in Conference A
Bonus-point wins for Glasgow Warriors and Munster mean the top two in Conference A remain three points apart.
Alex Fisher
24 Mar 2019, 3:50
'I was voted the third most-hated man in New Zealand' Wayne Barnes shares his biggest mistake
Referee Wayne Barnes has opened up about the infamous World Cup quarterfinal between France and New Zealand where a defining decis…
Online Editors
24 Mar 2019, 0:15
Israel Folau wants more air time in Waratahs attack
Israel Folau wants more ammunition to launch his deadly aerial raids after becoming Super Rugby's all-time joint top try-scorer an…
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 23:55
Dai Young: We want Shaun Edwards
Shaun Edwards would be welcomed back at Wasps if he opts out of coaching Wigan Warriors, says director of rugby Dai Young.
Alex Fisher
23 Mar 2019, 22:15
Watch: Rebels fail to capitalise on Quade Cooper magic in Durban
After blowing a big lead against the Lions in Johannesburg last round, the Rebels were desperate to make amends but again their di…
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 20:49
Colin Cooper on whether Damian McKenzie will keep playing fullback after Chiefs emphatic win
Crucial to the Chiefs first win of the season was fullback Damian McKenzie, who had another stellar performance in the 15 jersey,…
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 20:26
'We're Crusaders; we don't make excuses'
Israel Folau has become Super Rugby's joint record try scorer as the NSW Waratahs cast sentiment aside to shatter the Crusaders' a…
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 17:25
Saracens cut Exeter's lead with Harlequins victory
Two tries from Will Skelton helped Premiership title hopefuls Saracens fight back to beat Harlequins 27-20 at London Stadium on Sa…
Alex Fisher
23 Mar 2019, 17:12
'I just wish I was that talented that I could play a number of positions'
Hurricanes captain Beauden Barrett praised the performance of his younger brother, the first time the brothers have filled the 10-…
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 15:35
Incensed Steve Diamond gets asked about biting incident live on air and he didn't pull his punches
Relegation-threatened Newcastle's must-win match at St James' Park was blighted by a biting allegation that led to a feisty reacti…
Liam Heagney
23 Mar 2019, 14:23
Chiefs tame Bulls to claim first win of Super Rugby season
The Sharks recorded a home win over the Rebels, while the Chiefs cruised to victory against the Bulls to kickstart their Super Rug…
Chris Myson
23 Mar 2019, 13:39
Sunwolves CEO Yuji Watase was inevitably asked about his team being axed
Yuji Watase, the Sunwolves CEO, has criticised SANZAAR's decision to axe the Japanese side from Super Rugby.
Alex Fisher
23 Mar 2019, 13:24
Video - Liam Williams and Danny Care both binned for fighting in heated London Derby
Liam Williams and Danny Care both resumed Anglo-Welsh hostilities as they were both binned during a heated local derby in the Lond…
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 12:27
Barrett saves Hurricanes from storm as Folau enters record books
Crusaders lost for the first time since March last year as Israel Folau secured a piece of Super Rugby history in a Waratahs win.
Nicholas McGee
23 Mar 2019, 11:10
Anscombe to Harlequins deal looks dead in the water
Cardiff Blues coach John Mulvihill is confident Grand Slam winner Gareth Anscombe will sign a new contract with the region.
Alex Fisher
23 Mar 2019, 10:57
A potential date for Dylan Hartley's return has been given following visit to specialist
England hooker Dylan Hartley has been missing in action since a pre-Christmas knee injury, but his club boss Chris Boyd has given …
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 10:54
Crusaders and Waratahs unite to honour Christchurch attack victims before Super Rugby clash
An emotional tribute was paid to the victims of Christchurch's terrorist attack before the Crusaders and Waratahs played in Super …
Chris Myson
23 Mar 2019, 10:42
Late player switch for Bristol Bears ahead of relegation showdown with Worcester
Bristol Bears have made a change to their line-up ahead of the Gallagher Premiership clash with Worcester Warriors.
Sam Parry …
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 9:25
Harlequins fans fancy their chances against Sarries after stacked starting XV named
Harlequins fans have a lot to be confident about at the moment. Not only are they sitting in third place in the Gallagher Premiers…
Josh Raisey
23 Mar 2019, 7:48
The alternative '8-8-8' World League format which is doing the rounds online and has Georgia's seal of approval
With the countdown on towards the April 5 deadline for World Rugby's proposed World League, the Georgian rugby community have come…
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 6:54
Match Highlights - Folau equals Super Rugby try-scoring record
Waratahs and Australia star Israel Folau secured a piece of Super Rugby history with his 59th try in the competition.
Nicholas McGee
23 Mar 2019, 6:42
Unfortunate screenshot captures the exact moment Josh Navidi dislocated his elbow
Cardiff Blues overcame the early loss of Wales flanker Josh Navidi to destroy Scarlets 41-17 at the Arms Park.
Online Editors
23 Mar 2019, 6:05
Wales get Rugby World Cup pool warning as Fiji's 'Demolition Man' set to be unleashed
Fiji Head Coach John McKee has some bad news for World Cup pool opponents Wales and Australia with the “Demolition Man” Lepani…
Chris Jones
23 Mar 2019, 4:38
Scarlets hammered by Blues, Leinster beaten in Edinburgh
Cardiff Blues used Wales Grand Slam heroes Gareth Anscombe and Josh Navidi from the start in their demolition of the Scarlets.
Jack Davies
23 Mar 2019, 4:09
Northampton's fast start sees off Leicester
Leicester Tigers had no response after Northampton Saints raced clear in the first half of Friday's Premiership grudge match.
Ben Spratt
23 Mar 2019, 4:07
Ellis Genge: 'It is the darkest place the club's been...Geordan was speechless'
England prop Ellis Genge has admitted the Leicester players are letting the club down after they slumped to 29-15 loss to arch-riv…
Chris Jones
23 Mar 2019, 4:06
Brumbies hooker Folau Fainga'a on brink of unique record
Brumbies hooker Folau Fainga'a is one try away from a unique record when he comes up against the Reds in Brisbane this weekend.
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 23:16
Crusaders name change can't go ahead without NZR approval
Any proposed name change to the Crusaders franchise will have to secure New Zealand Rugby approval, NZR chief executive Steve Tew …
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 22:30
Seven test stars that could light up the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
With Israel Folau stating his intentions of playing for the Australian sevens side at the Tokyo Olympics next year, we've conjured…
Alex McLeod
22 Mar 2019, 21:14
Dave Rennie addresses Wallabies job speculation
Dave Rennie has addressed rumours of him being linked with the Wallabies head coach job as whispers potential successors to Michae…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 20:16
'It's been sort of a long road for me' - How Hurricanes starlet Chase Tiatia is finally realising his Super Rugby potential
A year ago, Chase Tiatia was toiling away at grassroots level in Wellington club rugby. Now, he's the starting fullback for the Hu…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 18:03
'I have done business on many occasions on the basis of an oral agreement over a handshake'
Wigan Warriors boss Ian Lenagan has finally held his hands up and explained what has gone wrong in their supposed deal with Shaun …
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 15:18
'We've unearthed talent and had great Test window points haul'... Brad Barritt shrugs off Saracens' salary cap row
Having bounced back this term from disappointing Test window results a year ago, Brad Barritt believes he is captaining a Saracens…
Liam Heagney
22 Mar 2019, 14:30
Axed Olding's career-rebuild continues with decisive contribution for Brive
Stuart Olding is continuing to repay the faith shown in him by Brive following his decision to go to France to save his career fol…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 13:22
'I'm certainly not giving up'... four years in Test wilderness haven't stopped Ben Morgan believing
Not since England's horror 2015 World Cup has Ben Morgan played a Test, but he hopes Gloucester's title challenge can somehow cata…
Liam Heagney
22 Mar 2019, 12:04
'Maybe for some reason there is a consensus among the rugby public that they don't rate us'
Gareth Anscombe says Six Nations champions Wales have reason to believe they can "ruffle a few feathers" at the World Cup later th…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 11:33
New rules, power tries and the Honey Badger's return - but what's Global Rapid Rugby really like?
The re-branded Global Rapid Rugby got underway on Friday with Western Force defeating the World XV 26-16 in a pulsating opening ma…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 10:42
Wales heroes Jones and North suffer injury blows
The Ospreys have confirmed Alun Wyn Jones and George North both sustained injuries during the Six Nations that could end their sea…
Alex Fisher
22 Mar 2019, 9:40
SANZAAR takes Twitter bashing from players and fans over 'kick in the guts' for Sunwolves
Fans from all over the world have taken to Twitter to react to the news that the Sunwolves will be axed from Super Rugby after the…
Josh Raisey
22 Mar 2019, 8:46
Itoje weighs into England captaincy debate
Owen Farrell has been the subject of much debate over his captaincy in the aftermath of the Six Nations.
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 8:08
Bath get Underhill boost
Bath have received a boost with the news that their England backrow Sam Underhill is on the verge of a return after a near-three m…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 7:21
Has Japanese rugby found its next star after Ayumu Goromaru?
Ayumu Goromaru was a lightning rod for everything positive about Japanese rugby after the 2015 Rugby World Cup. Could Shota Fukui …
Alex Shaw
22 Mar 2019, 6:30
Match Highlights: 'Try scoring machine' Ioane stars as Blues end losing run against NZ sides
Winger Rieko Ioane scored two tries, bringing his tally to six from his past two games, as the Blues ended a 20-match losing strea…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 5:59
Harlequins raid Championship for 'well balanced' fly half
Harlequins have made their 11th signing of the week by raiding the Championship for a highly rated fly half.
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 5:17
Munster call in the cops to tackle offensive online harassment of their players
Rugby players have a reputation as hard men but such has been the level of abusive online trolling suffered in Munster, the club h…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 4:29
Alun Wyn Jones wins Six Nations Player of the Championship
Second row Alun Wyn Jones has been named the 2019 Guinness Six Nations Player of the Championship. Jones captained Wales to their …
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 4:23
O'Connell to cut short his coaching contract in Paris - reports
Paul O'Connell arrived in Paris on a two-year deal last summer but high hopes that it would accelerate his fledgling coaching care…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 3:18
Confirmed: Sunwolves cut from Super Rugby from 2021
SANZAAR have confirmed reports that the Sunwolves will be axed from Super Rugby in 2021 as the competition reverts back to a 14-te…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 23:21
The youngsters who could salvage Australia's World Cup campaign
One of Australia's leading rugby scribes has identified two key youngsters that could help turnaround the Wallabies' fortunes lead…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 21:29
Julian Savea finally set for Toulon return
Out-of-favour Toulon star Julian Savea finally looks to be back in the good books with the French glamour club after being publicl…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 19:17
The multi-million pound battle between the British & Irish Lions and the Premiership
There is a battle brewing between the British and Irish Lions and Premiership Rugby as preparations are well underway for the 2021…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 17:49
'Love for Arms Park pitch' a big factor in Hallam Amos regional switch
Artificial pitches in the UK have been coming in for criticism recently, but the calibre of a surface in Wales was crucial to Hall…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 17:45
The NRL star standing between Christian Wade and the NFL
Valentine Holmes will soon face his NFL D-Day and has a strong chance of joining elite quarterback Tom Brady at Super Bowl champio…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 15:59
Sonny Bill Williams speaks from the heart after arriving in grief-stricken Christchurch
All Black Sonny Bill Williams has arrived in Christchurch and will attend prayers on Friday to show his support with the community…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 15:21
Vunipola: Mental weakness not an issue for England
Eddie Jones says psychology has been an issue for England since the last World Cup, but Billy Vunipola sees it differently.
Peter Thompson
21 Mar 2019, 12:28
Kenyan Rugby boycott could be about to end
Kenya Rugby Union chiefs believe they have finally agreed a pay deal that will see striking players return for the four remaining …
Chris Jones
21 Mar 2019, 12:06
'Rugby player in staying out late shocker' - Twitter sees lighter side of the Te'o/Vunipola hotel incident
In light of the story surrounding Ben Te’o and Billy Vunipola’s late night after England’s draw to Scotland on Saturday, fan…
Josh Raisey
21 Mar 2019, 11:26
Wasps hold on to England Saxon Miller
Wasps have retained versatile back Rob Miller, who has signed a new deal, becoming the tenth first-team player to commit to the Cl…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 9:41
One of the longest injury-delayed debuts finally takes place in Edinburgh on Friday
Not since a PRO14 semi-final defeat in Glasgow in May 2018 has Edinburgh's big summer signing featured in a match, but that will a…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 8:04
New World Rugby '50/22' kicking proposal has well and truly divided fans
World Rugby has proposed a number of changes in recent weeks that have divided fans significantly. The Nations Championship is som…
Josh Raisey
21 Mar 2019, 8:00
Pivac's 2020 Wales vision boosted by extension that qualifies Super Rugby winner under residency
Wayne Pivac won't take over Wales until the end of the year but he now knows his midfield options will potentially be boosted by a…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 7:42
Agents Poll: The best and worst destination clubs in the Premiership
Which clubs in the Gallagher Premiership are the most desirable for players to move to and which are the least? We polled 13 leadi…
Alex Shaw
21 Mar 2019, 7:06
Family affair at Montpellier with Nadolo's brother arriving as medical joker
Montpellier had it easy securing a medial joker for the injured Benjamin Fall, they just asked Nemani Nadolo to give his brother a…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 6:21
Worcester, Exeter and Pirates the latest clubs hit by Harlequins' exhaustive recruitment drive
Shopping-mad Harlequins were quick out of the blocks on Thursday morning, announcing their eighth signing this week as Paul Gustar…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 5:16
Former Ireland out-half O'Gara linked with surprise World Cup role
Ronan O'Gara is busy working as an assistant at Scott Robertson's Crusaders, but his acumen has seen him linked with a temporary T…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 4:07
17 stone Brumby wing drops 10kg after cutting out guilty pleasure
Powerful Brumbies winger Lausii Taliauli has revealed he is in career-best shape after ditching fried chicken from his diet.
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 4:06
Crusaders call for patience on name change ahead of emotional return to Super Rugby
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has called for patience in the debate over changing his team's name, saying any decision should wa…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 23:23
Australian teams have concerns over Sunwolves' demise
NSW coach Daryl Gibson has expressed concern that the sounding of the Super Rugby death knell on the Sunwolves could lead to less …
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 22:10
Fijian-born winger Sefa Naivalu latest Wallaby to head to France
Wallabies winger Sefa Naivalu has joined Australia's post-World Cup European exodus, with a French Top 14 club announcing he has s…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 19:39
Hurricanes shore up future by locking in five young talents in signing spree
The Hurricanes have positioned themselves well for the future by signing five of their most promising players for at least the nex…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 16:57
England pair Ben Te'o and Billy Vunipula caught up in late night hotel drama
England pair Ben Te'o and Billy Vunipola have been reprimanded after breaching team protocol following England's final round 38-a…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 15:41
'I stood up and was struggling to breathe... it was very scary' - Cornell du Preez on the moment he accidentally felt full force of Joe Launchbury
Initially, Cornell du Preez says, there was no pain – only fear. He got to his feet wheezing, the air catching in his throat and…
Jamie Lyall
20 Mar 2019, 15:32
South Africa main perpetrator in axing financially unsustainable Sunwolves - report
South Africa are believed to be the main country in the SANZAAR association pushing for the removal of the Japanese based Sunwolve…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 15:05
The 37-year-old former All Black centre who broke people on the pitch and made clubs off it
'Hacksaw' Sam Tuitupou had a fearsome reputation as a scary man playing in the All Blacks midfield and at numerous leading clubs, …
Paul Smith
20 Mar 2019, 14:38
Fiji's Rugby World Cup preparations just got significantly tastier
Fiji coach John McKee is in Japan this week finalising preparations for their World Cup campaign which now includes a two-match se…
Chris Jones
20 Mar 2019, 12:48
Post-Six Nations - Which 31 players make Ireland's plane to the Rugby World Cup in Japan?
Having used 36 players in the 2019 Six Nations, Joe Schmidt has some manoeuvring to do to cut the numbers down and ensure he takes…
Liam Heagney
20 Mar 2019, 11:40
Leicester Tigers could be set to lose promising loosehead Hills
Leicester Tigers could be set to lose a promising young loosehead in the form of Owen Hills.
Just this morning it was confirme…
Ian Cameron
20 Mar 2019, 11:30
World Rugby make startling claim regarding on-field concussion surveillance
With concussion now a massive talking point in the sport, World Rugby has insisted in Paris that only a small percentage of concus…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 11:25
Tigers fans fuming after losing ex-England U20s flanker to Harlequins
As part of Harlequins’ rampant spending spree ahead of next season, the London club have signed Leicester’s Will Evans
Josh Raisey
20 Mar 2019, 10:43
Vunipola the latest to defend Owen Farrell
Owen Farrell has come in for criticism after a poor second half against Scotland, but Billy Vunipola says it is unwarranted.
Peter Thompson
20 Mar 2019, 9:15
Ackermann responds to speculation that Cipriani could quit Gloucester this summer
Weekend stories that Danny Cipriani has a break clause in his two-year deal forced Johan Ackermann to confront speculation he coul…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 8:38
SANZAAR issue two sentence long statement amid reports of Sunwolves extinction
It has been reported in Australia that the Sunwolves may not be part of Super Rugby's future and matters should be clarified this …
Peter Thompson
20 Mar 2019, 8:19
Dean Richards on what's really holding England back and the obvious solution
Dean Richards believes ring-fencing the Gallagher Premiership is the only way to boost England’s chances of future World Cup and…
Chris Jones
20 Mar 2019, 8:11
Desire to 'lock horns with very best in England and Europe' tempts Wasps forward to stay on
With Dai Young having signing a plethora of props for next season at Wasps, he has now convinced a current hooker to stay put and …
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 8:04
IRFU slam 'fictionalised' bugging claims in new British Army spy book
Ireland's 2007 World Cup was a disaster, but the IRFU insist fresh claims that they employed a former British Army officer in its …
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 7:42
No end in sight yet to Harlequins' trolly dash as three more signings announced
There is no let-up yet in Harlequins' post-Six Nations recruitment drive, three more signings on Wednesday bringing the number of …
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 7:37
It's over - WRU and PRB issue joint statement on future of Welsh regional rugby
No Welsh region will be axed according to a joint PRB statement this morning.
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 6:31
2020 Six Nations fixtures reveal who Pivac and Farrell face in their opening matches
Wayne Pivac and Andy Farrell have learned they will enjoy home comforts when they take respective charge of Wales and Ireland at t…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 6:16
Rugby union's latest civil war set to involve England, France and money - reports
With the clock ticking on World Rugby's World League proposal, the Six Nations countries have had a falling out over the potential…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 5:35
'I will probably never be the darling boy of Welsh rugby' - Anscombe puts the boot in
Having booted Wales to a first Grand Slam in seven years, Gareth Anscombe hasn't held back from telling the power-brokers in Welsh…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 4:50
Unusually severe injury ends Kiwi Mike Coman's career at 31
World Rugby claimed this week that injury rates in the game have stabilised, but eyebrows must be raised when London Irish have Mi…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 4:30
Isaac Lucas ready to repay Thorn for leap of the faith
Four games into the Super Rugby season and Isaac Lucas has gone from squad member to bench livewire to fullback to starting five-e…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 1:12
Sunwolves to be axed from Super Rugby - Reports
Several reports in Australian media have confirmed that the Sunwolves will be axed from Super Rugby after the 2020 season.
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 1:03
Analysis: How the Hurricanes can rejuvenate their 'Air Raid' attack and give the Stormers nightmares again
The visiting Stormers wore torn to pieces by the Hurricanes kick-game on their last visit by the high-octane Hurricanes in 2017. T…
Ben Smith
19 Mar 2019, 23:37
The Wallabies' backrow is under pressure from early Super Rugby standouts
The backrow has been the biggest talking point of Michael Cheika’s tenure. His preference to play two opensides is seen by some …
Chips Blanch
19 Mar 2019, 18:43
NRL club attempting a reunion with Sonny Bill Williams
All Black midfielder Sonny Bill Williams has another potential suitor in rugby league, this time with one of his former clubs that…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 16:29
Welsh fans tear into 'disaster' Pivac over Edwards decision
After Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards recently revealed that incoming head coach Wayne Pivac does not want him when he takes ove…
Josh Raisey
19 Mar 2019, 15:56
'Overall injury rate is not increasing globally and concussion rate appears to be decreasing for first time'
With rugby under a cloud due to recent player deaths through injuries sustained in the field of play, a conference this week in Pa…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 15:09
Wales strike blow against Premiership by convincing Slam star Adams to come home
Regional rugby has been at a low ebb in Wales this month due to the row over possible mergers, but the Blues have received a real …
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 14:34
Matavesi makes astonishing claim over Fiji's World Cup prospects
Josh Matavesi has warned Grand Slam champions Wales they face a Fiji team that is ready to shock the sport by winning the World Cu…
Chris Jones
19 Mar 2019, 14:07
Gabriel Ibitoye insists he's no Superman, but his superman backstory is quickly taking him places
Football's loss was rugby's gain when England prospect Gabriel Ibitoye joined Harlequins, a circuitous path he would love others t…
Liam Heagney
19 Mar 2019, 13:24
A pair of Warriors opt to extend their deals at Glasgow until 2021
Glasgow's end-of-season run-in has been boosted by two props returning from Six Nations duty with Scotland and signing contract ex…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 12:50
Scarlets get Grand Slam bounce as three Wales stars commit futures to merger-free region
Scarlets were threatened with a merger just a fortnight ago, but they are back in business on their own and have signed three Wale…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 12:33
Post-Six Nations - which 31-players make England's plane to Japan and the Rugby World Cup?
After a relatively productive Guinness Six Nations for England, where does that leave their potential 31-man squad ahead of the Ru…
Alex Shaw
19 Mar 2019, 11:28
Harlequins sign Wales hooker Baldwin
Harlequins have announced their fourth new signing with Welsh international hooker Scott Baldwin joining the Club for the 2019/20 …
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 10:23
'Disappointed' Pivac responds to Edwards comments as Premiership club declares interest
Confusion over the recruitment process for Wales' defence coach after the 2019 World Cup has continued.
The clamour for Shaun E…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 7:36
'This is not mumbo jumbo...' - Spoon-bending psychic wants to fix England's psychological problems
Eddie Jones' admission that he will recruit an expert to cure England's second-half psychological problems has brought an invite f…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 7:33
Meet the unheralded Irishman making quite a name for himself in the Top 14 at the age of 33
No one gave a loosehead who didn't play a single game at his last club in Ireland a chance of becoming a coveted star in France, b…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 7:07
Lancaster clarifies position on Ireland as speculation continues
Stuart Lancaster has poured cold water on the suggestion that he could still link up with Ireland after the 2019 World Cup.
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 6:57
Wales fans storm All Blacks Twitter page after world rankings tweet
Wales fans have set their sights on toppling the All Blacks after the newly updated world rankings were released.
Josh Raisey
19 Mar 2019, 6:03
Harlequins raid a Premiership rival to sign their third international player this week
Harlequins were quick out of the blocks this week announcing two new signings for next season, but the number of new recruits now …
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 5:57
Video: Robertson and Whitelock react to possible Crusaders name change as senior politician gets involved in debate
Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson and All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock have spoken about the possible name change for the Crusader…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 5:33
Laporte reveals reasons why he bizarrely confronted France's players during the Six Nations
A dressing down from the union president is unheard of in elite Test level rugby, but that is exactly what struggling France playe…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 5:28
Pacific Combine team named as players bid for overseas contracts
The Pacific Combine gives players from the Pacific Islands the perfect showcase for their abilities and attempts to help them conn…
Alex Shaw
19 Mar 2019, 4:38
'We can bring home the World Cup' Gatland eyes ultimate prize
The confidence exuding from the Wales camp is sky-high after completing their Grand Slam in Cardiff, and now head coach Warren Gat…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 22:22
Nations Championship a hard sell for SANZAAR
The SANZAAR unions may be in complete agreement on World Rugby's Nations Championship, but trickle-down economics may be a hard se…
Scotty Stevenson
18 Mar 2019, 20:52
Hurricanes' players reflect on playing rugby on one of New Zealand's darkest days
Hurricanes' players opened up at training on Tuesday to reflect on playing the game against the Chiefs just hours after the terror…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 19:58
'New Zealand are the only team I would really worry about'
Former Wales captain Sam Warburton is confident that the only roadblock to World Cup success for Wales is the All Blacks after the…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 17:08
An English city council has been forced to apologise for celebrating the Welsh Grand Slam
An English council has apologised after flying the Welsh flag on St Patrick's Day.
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 14:22
Twitter reacts: Weary England fans aren't buying Eddie's latest scapegoat
Eddie Jones has faced some heavy criticism from fans on Twitter after blaming England’s 2015 World Cup exit for their current me…
Josh Raisey
18 Mar 2019, 13:31
Newcastle Falcons import giant 6'8, 122kg American lock from Bordeaux-Begles
American international lock Greg Peterson will be a Newcastle Falcons player next season after signing a two-year deal with the Ki…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 12:43
Don't be seduced by the Calcutta Cup second half, it masks Scotland's grim failings
The danger when reviewing Scotland’s Six Nations championship is that the dizzying second half at Twickenham erases the horror o…
Jamie Lyall
18 Mar 2019, 12:36
Ex-England captain Will Carling leaps to the defence of Owen Farrell on Twitter
In light of England’s unprecedented collapse against Scotland on Saturday, and indeed their Six Nations as a whole, captain Owen…
Josh Raisey
18 Mar 2019, 11:50
Eddie's England need a Plan B... and Cipriani - Andy Goode
We’re all still catching our breath after perhaps the craziest international match ever at Twickenham on Saturday and the review…
Andy Goode
18 Mar 2019, 11:43
Harlequins reveal second Puma signing
Harlequins have signing of Argentina international Loosehead Prop Santiago Garcia Botta for the 2019/20 season.
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 11:07
Jim Hamilton's Six Nations XV
It's been a roller coaster of a Six Nations.
Scotland retained the Calcutta Cup, Wales became legitimate World Cup contenders a…
Jim Hamilton
18 Mar 2019, 10:24
Wigan Warriors have issued a statement in the wake of Shaun Edwards' contract comments
Shaun Edwards' future is up in the air, with Wigan Warriors in the dark over whether he still intends to take over as head coach.
Peter Thompson
18 Mar 2019, 8:59
England's RWC 'Pool of Death' just got a whole lot deadlier as Argentina set to unleash European based players
Mario Ledesma, the Argentina coach, has delivered more bad news for England by revealing his is ready to use previously ignored Eu…
Chris Jones
18 Mar 2019, 8:44
Stellar U20 crop signals the resurgence of the Munster pathway
For years, Leinster have dominated the age-grade pathway in Ireland and whilst they have offered up another good group of players,…
Alex Shaw
18 Mar 2019, 8:05
Harlequins reveal first major signing of the week as Los Pumas scrumhalf Landajo
Harlequins have announced that Argentina scrum-half Martin Landajo will join the club as a new signing for the 2019/20 season.
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 7:06
Eddie Jones looks to blame 2015 World Cup exit under Lancaster for England's mental fragility
Eddie Jones believes England are suffering from a fault line exposed during the 2015 World Cup as he plans to recruit outside help…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 5:58
Leicester Tigers request the return of Polota-Nau from Australia
Veteran Wallabies hooker Tatafu Polota-Nau's loan stint with the NSW Waratahs is over, with his English club Leicester recalling h…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 4:29
Toulon could turn to an Irishman to help rev up 'The Bus'
With The Bus having stalled in Toulon along with the rest of their attack, boss Patrice Collazo has sounded out an Irish coach abo…
Liam Heagney
18 Mar 2019, 4:15
Madigan could have major Bristol fight on his hands next season following transfer speculation
Ian Madigan has more often than not been Bristol's first choice out-half this season, but he could find himself with a major battl…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 4:04
Why England's Six Nations campaign was a success in the bigger picture
Through the highs and lows, Eddie Jones achieved a number of successes in terms of building towards the ultimate prize in Japan la…
Ben Smith
18 Mar 2019, 1:33
'We will have a few new tricks up our sleeves'
The Wallabies will play a Test against Samoa in western Sydney in September to round off their Rugby World Cup match preparations,…
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 23:05
France's miserable campaign has reignited speculation about an ex-skipper coming in to help them
French rugby has fallen into disarray during the Jacques Brunel reign and momentum is growing that a former national team captain …
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 17:01
Toulouse issue warning statement to chasers Clermont
The Top 14's leading two both won on Sunday, but it was Toulouse's bonus-point success that grabbed the attention.
Russell Greaves
17 Mar 2019, 15:56
Wales dominate Six Nations Player of the Championship shortlist
The six-man shortlist for the Six Nations' Player of the Championship award features four Wales players and two from England.
Christopher Devine
17 Mar 2019, 15:53
Cheika's system is undoubtedly being proved ineffectual at Super Rugby level
Future Wallaby success must be focussed on winning the collision and gain line through the middle of the park, not lateral play an…
Nick Turnbull
17 Mar 2019, 15:46
'Pathetic. Pitiful. Practically pointless' - Irish media turn knife into Irish team
Ireland's lacklustre 25 - 7 defeat to Wales in the Principality Stadium yesterday brought a grueling and underwhelming Six Nat…
Ian Cameron
17 Mar 2019, 12:54
Me, myself and I: England's split personalities are their strength and their weakness
As England come to terms with a remarkable encounter with Scotland at Twickenham, they close the book on a relatively productive S…
Alex Shaw
17 Mar 2019, 11:42
The 'big' Wasps announcement forecast by Andy Goode might already be out of the bag
Wigan legend Shaun Edwards agreed to join the Super League champions next year, but says he has not yet signed a contract.
Peter Thompson
17 Mar 2019, 11:13
Six Nations 2019 a bruising experience where only 32 of 169 players started five matches
We're still six months away from the start of the 2019 World Cup in Japan, but the just-finished Six Nations provided multiple poi…
Liam Heagney
17 Mar 2019, 10:11
Eddie Jones explains the thinking behind removing Owen Farrell from the Calcutta Cup cauldron
Eddie Jones has revealed he brought off Owen Farrell at a critical phase of Saturday's remarkable 38-38 draw with Scotland at Twic…
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 8:06
Shaun Edwards' return to League thrown into further doubt following post-match comments
Wales coach Shaun Edwards has not finalised his next move after the World Cup, with an agreed switch to rugby league side Wigan ap…
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 7:21
Video - England's Ben Youngs literally lost for words in post match interview
Having become England’s most-capped scrum-half in the breathless draw with Scotland at Twickenham, Ben Youngs spoke to RugbyPass…
Nick Heath
17 Mar 2019, 7:12
Alex Shaw's 2019 Guinness Six Nations XV of the tournament
Wales picked up the Grand Slam, Ireland wilted and England offered promise, whilst Scotland licked wounds, France struggled and It…
Alex Shaw
17 Mar 2019, 6:25
Champions Castres dismantle struggling Perpignan
There were big wins for 2017-18 Top 14 finalists Castres and Montpellier on Saturday, with Benjamin Urdapilleta inspiring.
Ben Spratt
17 Mar 2019, 6:04
Jack Nowell: 'I could have stopped a couple of tries'
With just sixty-six seconds on the clock, Exeter Chiefs winger Jack Nowell scored England’s opening try at Twickenham against Sc…
Nick Heath
17 Mar 2019, 5:47
Wales Player Ratings - vs Ireland
Wales secured their third Grand Slam under Warren Gatland with a dominant 25-7 defeat of Ireland at the Principality Stadium.
Martyn Thomas
17 Mar 2019, 4:56
Crusaders respond to those urging a name change in wake of Christchurch massacre
The Crusaders have reacted firmly in the wake of a renewed controversy over their name.
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 4:03
'We haven't been catastrophic' - Schmidt assesses Ireland's Six Nations
Joe Schmidt was disappointed Ireland could not retain the Six Nations but does not see great cause for concern.
Ben Spratt
17 Mar 2019, 2:51
The numbers behind Wales' successful Six Nations campaign
After Wales won the Six Nations Grand Slam on Saturday, we used Opta data to review the 2019 campaign.
Ben Spratt
17 Mar 2019, 2:33
Super Rugby Team of the Week - Round 5
As Eric Rush once said, “this is just one man’s opinion”. Mike Rehu runs through his team for Round 5 of Super Rugby.
Mike Rehu
17 Mar 2019, 2:26
Gatland's message for Wales after his final Six Nations campaign
Wales will say goodbye to Warren Gatland later this year and the coach hopes he has instilled lasting values in the team.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 23:09
Analysis: How going 'all-in on Finn' saved the Calcutta Cup for Scotland
They settled for a draw against England, but after a 31-point second-half explosion at Twickenham without Hogg or Jones, the case …
Ben Smith
16 Mar 2019, 22:57
Match Highlights: Scotland retain Calcutta Cup after unthinkable 31-point comeback
An astonishing second-half rally saw Scotland retain the Calcutta Cup, but they were denied victory by England at Twickenham.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 16:55
Townsend makes shock admission about Scotland's halftime team talk
Scotland's sensational draw with England at Twickenham came as a surprise to most, including head coach Gregor Townsend.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 16:14
Eddie Jones rues mental flaws that left England 'seduced by the scoreboard'
Eddie Jones has described England's failure to maintain control in the second half of a match as a recurring theme that is blighti…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 15:40
Scotland Player Ratings - vs England
What a game of rugby.
With the Championship decided the Twickenham crowd initially seemed more concerned with merriment that wh…
Ian Cameron
16 Mar 2019, 15:21
England Player Ratings - vs Scotland
All the England player ratings from a spectacular 38-38 draw at Twickenham, where the hosts gave up six unanswered second half tri…
Alex Shaw
16 Mar 2019, 14:51
'These players will run through a brick wall for you' - Gatland's tribute to champions Wales
Having revelled watching the commitment of his Six Nations-winning players, Warren Gatland can't wait to start Wales' preparations…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 14:35
Match Report - Calcutta Cup descends into utter chaos in Twickenham
England collapsed in spectacular fashion but Scotland were still unable to register their first victory at Twickenham since 1983 a…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 14:14
Warburton hails 'phenomenal effort' as Wales bridge six-year title gap
Wales were waiting since 2013 finish on top the Six Nations and the way they finished the job versus Ireland left former skipper S…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 13:46
'I would like to think that the genuine supporter will still be 100 per cent behind us'
Joe Schmidt admitted Ireland were not good enough for Wales in Cardiff, but he has assured his team's supporters they will peak at…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 13:28
'The tournament is a disappointment. We are disappointed with this tournament'
France may have won against Italy on Saturday, but Jacques Brunel still considered the Six Nations a disappointment.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 13:18
'Our set-piece wasn't up to the standards we expect and they came after us'
Wales' fast start made it difficult for Ireland to get into the Six Nations clash in Cardiff, according to Rory Best.
Tom Webber
16 Mar 2019, 13:07
Italy will hurt 'more than ever' after France defeat - O'Shea
As Italy ended the Six Nations without a victory, having squandered big chances against France, Conor O'Shea acknowledged their hu…
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 13:01
Match Highlights - Stunning Lions fightback ends Rebels' winning start
As the Rebels looked to be cruising towards a big away win, the Lions rallied and sensationally stole victory on Saturday.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 12:52
Match Report - Wales crush shambolic Ireland to land Grand Slam
Wales were crowned Six Nations Grand Slam champions as they demolished Ireland 25-7 in Cardiff to claim European rugby's glitterin…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 11:53
Match Report - No romance for Parisse as Italy fall short against France
Italy's losing sequence in the Guinness Six Nations extended to a record 22 matches but France were pushed all the way before prev…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 9:50
Ireland Player Ratings - versus Wales
Having demanded to have the Principality Stadium roof left open, Ireland found themselves left all at sea on a rainy Cardiff after…
Liam Heagney
16 Mar 2019, 9:35
'Now he does not get to choose which game he rests for' - Etzebeth's failed HIA
The Stormers have paid a dear price for their impressive 35-8 win over the Jaguares at Newlands this past Friday.
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 9:08
Fofana's Six Nations farewell ruined
Jacques Brunel recalled Wesley Fofana for the trip to Italy but the France centre has been ruled out late on due to injury.
Tom Webber
16 Mar 2019, 8:04
England scrumhalf Dan Robson 'devastated' after suffering 'blood clots'
England’s replacement scrum-half Dan Robson suffering blood clotting which could end his season.
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 6:53
Eddie Jones makes time for one final Scotland taunt
Eddie Jones has taunted Scotland on the eve of Saturday's Calcutta Cup showdown by responding to their failure to win at Twickenha…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 6:40
Alun Wyn Jones used to collect Rory Best's laundry
Rory Best has tipped rookie lineout caller James Ryan to come of age against the "world's best lock" Alun Wyn Jones in Cardiff.
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 6:06
Match Highlights - Reds rally to snatch first win in Tokyo thriller
The Reds came storming back in the second half of Saturday's Super Rugby clash to beat the Sunwolves, scoring four tries after the…
Peter Thompson
16 Mar 2019, 4:41
An U20 Six Nations XV - Grand Slam-winning Ireland dominate
Ireland wrapped up their first ever Grand Slam at the U20 Six Nations on Friday evening. We have rounded up the top performers in …
Alex Shaw
16 Mar 2019, 4:17
Sonny Bill Williams to help out victims of Christchurch attacks
All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams is lending his support to the victims' families of Friday's deadly terrorist attacks in …
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 1:57
The All Blacks who are allowed to break the Super Rugby resting rule
Two All Blacks have been granted permission by New Zealand Rugby officials to break the resting rule implemented for All Blacks in…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 1:02
Will Genia linked with post-World Cup offshore deal
Veteran Wallabies and Rebels halfback Will Genia is reportedly on the verge of signing a post-World Cup deal with an offshore club…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 22:07
UPDATED: Highlanders v Crusaders match cancelled due to terrorist attacks
The Super Rugby clash between the Highlanders and Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Saturday night has been cancelled due to Fr…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 20:17
Wales vs Ireland - Pre-match analysis
Expectations are high that this Six Nations finale for Warren Gatland and Joe Schmidt will be an engrossing, close contest that yo…
Martyn Thomas
15 Mar 2019, 19:17
Highlanders v Crusaders to go ahead despite Christchurch terror attacks
The South Island Super Rugby derby between the Highlanders and Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin is set to go ahead on …
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 18:40
'You'd be stupid to turn it down' - Why Zach Mercer chose England over Scotland
After representing Scotland at U16 level following a shift north from Leeds as an eight-year-old, England loose forward Zach Merce…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 17:41
Jones relishing Ireland showdown in 'crazy' Cardiff atmosphere
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones is relishing Saturday's crunch Six Nations showdown in Cardiff, which will be played with the roof op…
Peter Thompson
15 Mar 2019, 16:41
Ireland need best performance yet to beat Wales - Best
Ireland must beat Wales to retain hope of keeping their Six Nations crown - and Rory Best believes they will need to step up a gea…
Ben Spratt
15 Mar 2019, 16:41
Stormers clinical in bonus-point win over Jaguares
The Jaguares started well and caused the Stormers problems throughout on Friday but were ultimately soundly beaten.
Ben Spratt
15 Mar 2019, 16:38
'These two Kiwis have massively broken the mould,' says Jim Hamilton as he savours their Six Nations finale
Saturday's result in Cardiff will decide who walks away with the historical bragging rights in a New Zealand coaching rivalry that…
Liam Heagney
15 Mar 2019, 12:14
'There is still lots to achieve,' says Dennis as he sorts out his Premiership future
There is no sign yet of the sun setting on the career of Dave Dennis as the 33-year-old Australian has decided to keep playing whe…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 11:27
Struggling Fiji set projected return date for their Sevens skipper
Fiji sevens prop Paula Draunisinikula is ready to take over the leadership of the team’s defence of their HSBC Hong Kong Sevens …
Chris Jones
15 Mar 2019, 11:05
England ready to exorcise Murrayfield demons - Andy Goode
March 16 will have been circled in the calendars of some England players since February 2018 and I just can’t see them losing at…
Andy Goode
15 Mar 2019, 10:25
One England coach is watching Braveheart to help get handle on historic Scottish rivalry
When you're an outsider, sometimes turning to Hollywood is the best way for an England coach to get a handle on the age-old rivalr…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 9:47
The key lessons Ireland have learned from the 2019 Six Nations - Neil Best
Ireland face Wales in their Six Nations finale on Saturday at the Principality Stadium with Joe Schmidt's side still in with a sho…
Neil Best
15 Mar 2019, 9:05
Open Principality Stadium roof provokes furious debate
Ireland’s decision to keep the roof of the Principality Stadium open against Wales tomorrow has been the catalyst of a huge disc…
Josh Raisey
15 Mar 2019, 8:17
The Breakdown: A statistical look at the fifth round of Six Nations matches
The fifth round of fixtures in the 2019 Six Nations sees Wales, Ireland and England vie for the title.
Ben Spratt
15 Mar 2019, 7:54
Debate about McKenzie's best position appears to be over
The Chiefs have a lot to be happy about at the moment after they snapped their losing streak and drew 23-23 with the Hurricanes on…
Josh Raisey
15 Mar 2019, 7:37
Match Highlights: Hooper's poachers try not enough as Brumbies edge Waratahs
The Brumbies have claimed Super Rugby bragging rights over arch-rivals the NSW Waratahs, hanging on for a thrilling 19-13 upset vi…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 7:08
Sonny Bill Williams posts emotional video message after deadly gun attack in Christchurch
All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams has led tributes to the victims of the horrific gun attacks on two mosques in Christchurch.
Nathaniel Cope
15 Mar 2019, 6:07
Furious Nadolo has changed his tune on proposed World League
Fijian Nemani Nadolo was furious when he first heard about the World League, but he has since been won over and believes its intro…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 4:40
England vs Scotland - Pre-match analysis
We take a look at where and by whom the Calcutta Cup will be won this weekend, with England chasing the Six Nations title and Scot…
Alex Shaw
15 Mar 2019, 4:39
Match Highlights: McKenzie turns on style as positional switch pays off for Chiefs
The switch to fullback from five-eighth worked wonders for Damian McKenzie on Friday as he scored a try and added 13 points from t…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 4:29
Honey Badger returns to rugby after three-year absence
Nick Cummins is set to return to rugby following a three-year hiatus after being named in a World XV squad to take on his former s…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 21:46
Rugby Australia capture signature of promising young loose forward
Rugby Australia have managed to tie down one of their most promising young players in a two-year contract extension which will see…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 20:28
NZ, Australia, South Africa bosses welcome 'exciting' new World League developments
Rugby bosses from New Zealand, Australia and South Africa have emerged from World League talks in Dublin this week with a fresh se…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 19:47
Why the Reds are in safe hands with Isaac Lucas
Rugby talent runs in the Lucas family, and if the exploits of older brother Ben, Matt and Tom are anything to go by, then the Reds…
Ned Stevens
14 Mar 2019, 17:14
Another All Black signs post-World Cup offshore deal
New Zealand Rugby has again fallen victim to the riches of offshore clubs, as another All Black has signed on to leave New Zealand…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 16:46
The Irish player that is striking fear into the hearts of Welsh fans
Joe Schmidt has named a very strong Irish side to travel to Wales this weekend with the hopes of derailing their pursuit of a Gran…
Josh Raisey
14 Mar 2019, 15:36
How a battle with childhood dyslexia helped forge Chris Robshaw's England captaincy
There was a time when Chris Robshaw would be have been driven daft at the prospect of being at an England Test match and not being…
Liam Heagney
14 Mar 2019, 15:06
'At the moment it's quite bleak' - Three player deaths and damaging defeats leave French rugby under a dark cloud
RugbyPass hears how France's poor performances in the 2019 Six Nations have failed to help move the sport on locally from the blea…
Liam Heagney
14 Mar 2019, 14:17
The Rugby Pod list the problems with the World League proposals
The Rugby Pod discussed the World League this week, with Andy Goode and Jim Hamilton expressing concern for what this means for th…
Rugby Pod
14 Mar 2019, 13:15
Stuart Lancaster spurns English club return to continue Irish sojourn
Leinster have confirmed that much sought after coach Stuart Lancaster is to remain on at the province, despite keen interest from …
Ian Cameron
14 Mar 2019, 13:14
Harlequins sign Scottish international Hidalgo-Clyne with immediate effect
Harlequins has signed Scrum-half Sam Hidalgo-Clyne on loan from Scarlets for the rest of the season.
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 13:11
Roof row at Principality Stadium as Wales potentially look to snub Schmidt's wishes
Joe Schmidt has hinted Wales broke protocol in asking Six Nations bosses to close the Principality Stadium roof in Saturday's tour…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 12:22
Champions Cup resumption edges closer with 20 players newly registered for action
With the Champions Cup quarter-finals fast approaching, seven of the eight clubs that will be involved have registered additional …
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 11:42
Eddie Jones explains Cokanasiga's surprise omission from England 23
As Eddie Jones prepares his England side to play their last competitive fixture before Rugby World Cup 2019, he spoke to RugbyPass…
Nick Heath
14 Mar 2019, 11:40
Picking a Wales vs Ireland 'Composite XV'
With Wales chasing their first Grand Slam since 2012 in Cardiff this weekend and Ireland bidding to keep alive their slim Six Nati…
Alex Shaw
14 Mar 2019, 10:48
Ireland name team for Wales
With a successful title defence still within their grasp as they travel to Cardiff, Joe Schmidt has tweaked the Ireland team that …
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 9:32
Scotland name team for England
Despite being encouraged by their second-half show in the loss to Wales, Gregor Townsend has made multiple changes to his Scotland…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 8:26
World Rugby have just put a £5billion pound price tag on the World League
Following a fortnight of much speculation, World Rugby has finally outlined its business plan behind their controversial World Lea…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 8:20
Eddie Jones flings final round grenade at 'tired' Wales
England head coach Eddie Jones found time to fling one final round grenade in the direction of Wales following England's team anno…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 8:02
Italy name team for France
Conor O'Shea has opted to shake things up as Italy try to end a 20-game losing streak in the Six Nations when France visit Rome on…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 7:48
Twitter not altogether surprised that Joe Cokanasiga has been dropped
Twitter is currently a flood with exasperated England fans that cannot believe Eddie Jones’ decision to drop Joe Cokanasiga for …
Josh Raisey
14 Mar 2019, 7:18
Wales name team for Ireland
Warren Gatland has stood by the team that got Wales their win in Scotland by selecting the same side for Saturday's Grand Slam mat…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 7:08
EPCR confirms its four potential Champions Cup semi-final venues
With the quarter-finals set to be played in a fortnight, EPCR have finally confirmed the four venues they have lined up to potenti…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 6:35
Rory Hutchinson's award-winning form is rewarded by Saints
Rory Hutchinson missed the early part of the season, but his spring form has resulted in Chris Boyd opting to keep the Scot on at …
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 6:10
England name team for Scotland
England head coach Eddie Jones has named his team to play Scotland in their last 2019 Guinness Six Nations match at Twickenham Sta…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 5:30
Fiji on cusp of hosting leg of Sevens Series thanks to a little help from a friend
Despite failing to convince World Rugby to let Fiji host a leg of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, the reigning Olympic champio…
Chris Jones
14 Mar 2019, 5:20
Bulls set to cut over 100 contracts - reports
The Bulls have long been a prodigious hoarder of young talent in South Africa, but could financial pressures mean that all that is…
Alex Shaw
14 Mar 2019, 4:50
France name team for Italy
Embarrassed when beaten by Ireland in Dublin last Sunday, under-fire France coach Jacques Brunel has wielded the axe and changed s…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 4:49
Saracens suffer European blow as Michael Rhodes cops a ban
Saracens are bang in form in Europe but they will have to plan for their quarter-final at the end of the month against Glasgow wit…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 4:22
Why it is time for another Kiwi to coach the Wallabies
After Robbie Deans, there was a very vocal part of the Australian rugby community that preached we should never again recruit a fo…
Chips Blanch
14 Mar 2019, 3:25
Slam-chasing Jones makes plea to World Rugby ahead of Thursday's World League summit
With World Rugby due to discuss their controversial World League proposals in Dublin on Thursday, the concerned International Rugb…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 3:10
Analysis: The Crusaders' playbook with Will Jordan has unlimited home run potential
With their shiny new toy in the 15 jersey, expect to see many more 'home-run' opportunities, which is a disaster for every other S…
Ben Smith
13 Mar 2019, 23:31
Barrett will face off with McKenzie but it's not the one we were expecting
McKenzie junior is a firecracker of a player but, while he is best suited to fullback, why would you shift your best attacking pla…
Campbell Burnes
13 Mar 2019, 17:00
World League up in smoke? Six Nations receive mouth-watering offer
World Rugby's Nations Championship faces its first acid test with reports suggesting that the Six Nations is considering a stagger…
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 16:37
Drink driving Fiji 7s captain now faces race against time to make Hong Kong
Fiji Sevens captain Kalione Nasoko, who will be sentenced for drink driving on March 29, is battling to overcome a knee cartilage …
Chris Jones
13 Mar 2019, 13:27
Christian Wade's latest NFL comments won't go down well in rugby circles
Former Wasps and England winger Christian Wade recently opened up about his move to American Football as he took over the NFL UK I…
Josh Raisey
13 Mar 2019, 12:25
Bok hooker explains how he believes growth hormones found their way into his system
Springboks and Sharks hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle has finally revealed the name of the substance found in his system.
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 10:52
The reaction of pro players to Saracens' salary cap statement has taken some by surprise
After Saracens released a statement recently from chairmen Nigel Wray regarding the controversy surrounding the salary cap, a numb…
Josh Raisey
13 Mar 2019, 10:37
England's Dan Robson undergoing medical checks after falling ill in camp
England's replacement scrum-half Dan Robson is undergoing medical checks after being ruled out of Saturday's Guinness Six Nations …
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 10:12
'I actually played a couple of games for Sunderland Academy!' - England 10's secret soccer past
Scoring a match-winning penalty at the Gallowgate End last season was a special moment for lifelong Newcastle United fan Toby Floo…
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 9:39
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