Eagles eager to ‘challenge’ world’s best in WXV Global Series
The USA Women's Eagles have named the match day 23 for their WXV Global Series opener against Ireland.
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Interview
Olivia Apps: 'We rewatched the World Cup final - our team is better now'
When Canada play England at Sandy Park this Saturday, it will be 357 days since the two teams met in the Women’s Rugby World Cup…
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Rugby Europe have announced the fixtures for this season’s Rugby Europe Super Cup, which will take place between October and Dec…
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Heather Fisher: Abi Burton is a 'weapon' for the Red Roses
Heather Fisher believes that Abi Burton's brush with serious illness has pushed the back-row forward to new heights.
Sophie de Goede returns as Canada captain for World Cup final rematch
Sophie de Goede is back in Canada's starting XV for the team's Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 replay with England's Red Roses.
François Ratier confirms five changes for France ahead of Wallaroos Test
François Ratier has made five changes to his starting XV as France look to get their first win of WXV Global Series 2026 against …
United Rugby Championship
Opinion
URC 2026/2027 squads rated: Stormers
After going 10 matches unbeaten at the start of last season, the Stormers' 2025/26 campaign ended with a whimper, finishing third …
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‘Forget the Home Nations… ‘Protected’ France are the only team who can rival South Africa’
France, who will manage the workload of their top stars this season, look the best bet to challenge South Africa at RWC 2027.
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Red Roses make nine changes for huge Canada WXV clash
John Mitchell has made a whopping nine changes to his Red Roses team ahead of their clash with Canada this weekend in Exeter.
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Backline injuries pile up for Edinburgh before season start
Edinburgh have suffered two fresh injury blows to their back-three resources on the eve of the new United Rugby Championship seaso…
Scotland shuffle starting XV ahead of Black Ferns visit
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Pacific Nations Cup
Interview
Ex-Patriots NFL draftee set for USA Eagles debut against Canada
2020 NFL draftee Cassh Maluia will debut for the USA Eagles against rivals Canada this weekend.
Eddie Jones reshuffles pack as Japan get ready for PNC Final in Tokyo
Japan coach Eddie Jones has made three changes to the Brave Blossoms starting side that beat the USA Eagles 63-14 in Osaka.
Sevens
Interview
Building a narrative: Barney Pascall reflects on Ultimate Sevens’ debut
This weekend, rugby’s newest competition Ultimate Sevens gets back underway in Biarritz, with the second round of action hitting…
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Exclusive
Fissler Confidential: Two of Borthwick's Lions attracting interest abroad
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‘I am representing that link’: Katie Buchanan on why she chose Scotland
Katie Buchanan admits that it has been a whirlwind few weeks, but says that it has all been worth it and that it was a “dream co…
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'Get the fear of your own tryline out of your heads' - How Neil de Bruin is reinventing the Bulls attack
Neil de Bruin never wanted to be a coach, yet is bringing radical ideas and fresh thinking to one of South Africa's biggest rugby …
Reds winger in line for Wallaroos debut against ‘complete’ France side
Piper Flynn is in line to debut for the Wallaroos this weekend, named on the bench for the WXV Global Series match against France.
Captain Lucas Rumball to make history as Canada name side for USA
Captain Lucas Rumball is set to become the fourth-most capped player in Canadian Men’s Rugby history.
Two potential debutants named as Fiji chase another PNC title
Interim coach Senirusi Seruvakula has named the Flying Fijians side to play in the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2026 Final.
Sevens
Opinion
Five key talking points from inaugural Ultimate Sevens event in Cardiff
The first weekend of Ultimate Sevens delivered four hours of scintillating action at Cardiff Arms Park.
Pacific Nations Cup
Interview
How Canada’s Mason Flesch found rugby again after quitting as a teenager
Mason Flesch has become a backrow enforcer for Canada over 25 Tests, lining up as the fourth-most experienced starter in the side …
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International
Analysis
The numbers behind All Blacks' high ball struggles and the tactical change needed
The 2026 Greatest Rivalry Series was defined by the All Blacks inability to control the catch area. Knock ons became scrums, lost …
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Paul Williams: 'The All Blacks can still leave you spellbound like no other team'
The Boks may dominate the set-piece and lie top of the world rankings, but the All Blacks have shown they are on a redemption arc
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Whitney Hansen shakes up Black Ferns side for Scotland clash
Whitney Hansen has made seven changes to the Black Ferns starting XV that beat France 28-14 last weekend.
International
Opinion
Jake White: This All Blacks side lack something no NZ side has ever lacked
Well, that was a blast. What a series. As the dust finally settles, the first thing I’d say about Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry is …
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How Keira Bevan's positional change will give Wales 'another dimension'
Keira Bevan has spent much of her Wales career pulling the strings from scrum-half, but now, she has been handed the keys to the w…
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Harry Potter actor makes surprise move to become part-owner of rugby team
Harry Potter actor Oliver Phelps has been named as part-owner of Ultimate Sevens team, Atlantic Novas.
International
Analysis
2026 WXV Global Series preview: USA Women's Eagles
When Jack Hanratty took over as head coach for the USA prior to this year’s Pacific Four Series, it was clear that the Eagles we…
'Liberated' Glen Young driven on by Rugby World Cup carrot
Having slipped down the national pecking order, there are now a slew of at least 10 locks jostling for Gregor Townsend’s attenti…
‘Quins have under-performed... but with this set-up we can go on and do great things’
With Robbie Deans installed as performance director, flanker Jack Kenningham believes Harlequins can 'get back to where we should …
Revamped South African back line ready for WXV opener against Wales
The Springbok Women kick off their WXV Global Series campaign against Wales at Cardiff Arms Park this Friday 18 September.
'The French have to beat them in November'
Former England scrum-half Ben Youngs believes France must overcome South Africa in November if they are to remove what he sees as …
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International
Analysis
2026 WXV Global Series preview: South Africa
If the past 12 months have taught us anything, it's that if a game of rugby lasted only 40 minutes, the Springbok Women would be W…
Wales make huge selection call for WXV opener against South Africa
Wales head coach Sean Lynn has made a huge selection call for his team's WXV Global Series opener against the Springbok Women.
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Rugby's Greatest Rivalry - The stats showcase South Africa's lethal adaptability
Halfway through the series, Rassie Erasmus' Springboks mended their ailing areas of play and doubled down on their strengths. New …
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