Protracted Billy Vunipola transfer saga finally comes to an end
Midi Olympique are reporting that the ex-England No.8 has agreed to a one-year extension at Montpellier.
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Lynagh legacy grows at Reds as 18-year-old joins Wallaby brother
Another Lynagh is heading to Queensland, with teenage outside back Nic set to add to the family legacy after signing a one-year de…
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Fissler Confidential: Ex-England star shutdowns talk of PREM return
Lewis Ludlam has shut down talk of a return to the Gallagher PREM to play in the 2027 World Cup and has pledged his future to Toul…
'I was very close to going abroad' - Tom Farrell
Tom Farrell was determined to seize the opportunity of a long-awaited Ireland debut after almost closing the door on a potential i…
Done deal: Chandler Cunningham-South has club future confirmed
Harlequins have confirmed that England flanker Chandler Cunningham-South has signed a new multi-year deal to remain at the club wh…
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‘Naturally gifted’ ex-Australia Sevens flyer earns Super Rugby chance
Kye Oates is one to watch during the 2026 season, with Stephen Larkham naming the “naturally gifted athlete” in the ACT Brumbi…
Crusaders name squad for 2026 title defence
The Crusaders will launch yet another title defence with some key squad additions and departures in 2026, with a monumental season…
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Jono Gibbes names 10 newcomers in first Chiefs squad
New Chiefs head coach Jono Gibbes has named his 2026 Super Rugby Pacific squad, welcoming in some intriguing new faces for the cam…
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Two former All Blacks join Moana Pasifika's 2026 squad
Coming off their most successful Super Rugby Pacific season to date, Moana Pasifika have named their squad for the 2026 season, an…
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Blues inject youth into Ioane-less 2026 squad
For the first time in a decade, no member of the Ioane family features in the Blues squad announced for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacif…
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Fijian Drua promote four development players, add Wallaby for 2026 squad
The Fijian Drua system continues to recognise rising talent, and the club has announced that four youngsters will have the chance …
Highlanders continue recruitment of young talent with 2026 squad
Highlanders head coach Jamie Joseph has been active in the player market once again when recruiting for his 2026 Super Rugby Pacif…
Another England international locked in for more at Northampton
Alex Coles has joined the likes of fellow England stars, Alex Mitchell, Fin Smith and Fraser Dingwall, in committing his future to…
Springbok Lukhanyo Am leaves Sharks with immediate effect
South Africa centre Lukhanyo Am has left the Sharks to join the Mitsubishi Sagamihara Dynaboars ahead of the new Japan Rugby Leagu…
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Scott-Young explains reasons behind sudden Saints exit
The Brisbane-born forward is leaving Northampton after the club agreed to release him from his contract with immediate effect.
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Crusaders secure services of starting Baby Blacks centre Cooper Roberts
One day after announcing All Blacks Sevens and New Zealand U20 star Oli Mathis' signing, the Crusaders have revealed fellow Baby B…
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Wallaroos add Waratahs title-winning coach in interim role
Rugby Australia have announced NSW Waratahs Women’s coach Mike Ruthven will join the Wallaroos as an interim assistant.
‘Still got more to give’: Kurtley Beale re-signs with Western Force
Experienced Wallabies utility Kurtley Beale has re-signed with the Western Force for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Brumbies lock in promising Australia A prop Lington Ieli long-term
Australia A prop Lington Ieli has re-signed with the ACT Brumbies in Super Rugby Pacific until the end of 2028.
Western Force bolster depth by signing experienced prop from Reds
The Western Force have bolstered their depth in the front-row by signing experienced prop Sef Fa’agase from the Queensland Reds.
Harvey’s rapid rise continues as five young Tahs promoted to top squad
Sid Harvey’s rapid rise has continued, with the HSBC SVNS Series breakout star one of five NSW Waratahs Academy graduates promot…
Ulster’s Stewart Moore agrees to PREM loan move
The former Ireland U20 international becomes the latest addition to the Newcastle Red Bulls' backline.
Winless Newcastle bring back former player to bolster midfield
Cameron Hutchinson's short-term deal with Saracens is over, with the former Scotland U20 international making a swift return to Ne…
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French giants eye former Leicester fly-half Zack Henry
ASM Clermont Auvergne are the first French club to break cover and move to sign former Leicester Tigers fly-half Zack Henry, who i…
Fiji playmaker Volavola signs with Reds as Wallabies eligibility looms
Fijian international Ben Volavola has signed with the Queensland Reds for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
France superstar Antoine Dupont becomes rugby's best paid player
Toulouse have confirmed that Antoine Dupont has signed a remarkable contract extension keeping him at Stade Toulousain until 2031.…
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'It's about time' - Jimmy Gopperth hangs up boots after 526 games
Jimmy Gopperth has announced his retirement at the age of 42, bringing down the curtain on a remarkable 23-year career spanning 52…
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Australia Sevens lock in Longbottom, Dennis as re-signing spree continues
Australia Sevens have continued their re-signing spree ahead of the 2025/26 HSBC SVNS Series, which starts in Dubai later this mon…
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Fissler Confidential: PREM clubs eye rising NZ star Dylan Pledger
Saracens have made a move to sign Wales loosehead Nicky Smith when his contract with Gallagher PREM rivals Leicester Tigers runs o…
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Ex-Leinster lock Hayden Triggs lands major Hurricanes role
Former Leinster and M?ori All Blacks lock Hayden Triggs has been confirmed as the new head coach of Hurricanes Poua ahead of the 2…
Western Force sign Tongan international in ‘key position’ boost
The Western Force have signed six-Test Tonga international Feao Fotuaika for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
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Former skipper Rory Best lands new Ulster Rugby role
Ulster Rugby have confirmed that former captain Rory Best has been appointed as the province’s new General Manager.
'Not been good enough' - Sharks to axe John Plumtree
The Sharks have confirmed that head coach John Plumtree will step down at the end of the 2025/26 season as part of wide-ranging st…
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Prodigal son Joey Carbery set for Ireland return?
Connacht are looking for an Irish-qualified fly-half for next season and have been linked with a move for Joey Carbery, who is in …
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England's Cunningham-South: Club future looks a done deal
England flanker Chandler Cunningham-South could be about to dump more transfer misery on Sale Sharks by agreeing a new deal with G…
New Zealand-born SVNS veteran re-commits to Australia Sevens
Australia Sevens have re-signed one of the more experienced and resilient players in the program, with Josh Turner returning for 2…
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