Seven Nations Championship stars who got their start in SVNS
RugbyPass gives you seven of the biggest stars in World Rugby who got their start in the shorter format of the game.
Nick Wasiliev
24 Jul 2026, 1:58
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A major nation is absent from our 11 player Nations Championship stats topper list
With everyone patiently awaiting the November window for the Nations Championship, there's no better time to break down the statis…
Francisco Isaac
23 Jul 2026, 2:15
'Rugged and robust, like the country it represents': Scotland ditch heather jersey
Scotland have ditched their heather-coloured away strip in favour of a more traditional white version for the 2026/27 season.
Jon Newcombe
22 Jul 2026, 2:43
Analysis
Nations Championship: Debutants who seized their chance on road to RWC 2027
Over 40 players from 11 different teams were handed first caps across the first three rounds of the inaugural global competition.
Jon Newcombe
21 Jul 2026, 6:00
Opinion
All Blacks dominate our Nations Champions third round team of the week
The July window of the Nations Championship has come and gone, with teams having already packed their bags to return home, giving …
Francisco Isaac
19 Jul 2026, 11:38
The 'part' that Gregor Townsend has 'been most impressed with and pleased' with Scotland
Gregor Townsend reflected on the strides his Scotland side have made since their collapse against Argentina last autumn as they ro…
PA
19 Jul 2026, 3:26
'It shows': What Gregor Townsend insists Scotland's scrappy win over Fiji proves
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend praised his replacements and the players who stayed on the pitch and found a way to win after …
PA
18 Jul 2026, 12:16
Opinion
Scotland player ratings vs Fiji | Nations Championship 2026
Scotland player ratings: A side featuring 14 changes in personnel made heavy weather of dispatching a much-improved Fiji but still…
Bryn Palmer
18 Jul 2026, 8:38
Dobie double helps saves Scotland as Fiji find attacking form in Murrayfield
Replacements Pierre Schoeman and Scott Cummings also grabbed tries as Scotland overturned a 10-point deficit at Murrayfield.
PA
18 Jul 2026, 8:27
Interview
Christopher Hilsenbeck on the decision to play for the country 'of his birth'
The Eagles are soaring high after victories over Portugal and Zimbabwe in the first two rounds of the Nations Cup, putting them in…
Francisco Isaac
17 Jul 2026, 4:02
The World Rankings prize at stake if Ireland conquer All Blacks' fortress
Thirty-two years and 52 matches have passed since New Zealand were last beaten at Eden Park.
Jon Newcombe
17 Jul 2026, 3:22
Analysis
The Fijians who lit up Scottish rugby 10,000 miles from home
As the teams prepare to meet at Murrayfield, Scotland fans will reflect fondly upon the Flying Fijians who made riveting contribut…
Jamie Lyall
17 Jul 2026, 0:58
Only one player remains as Scotland overhaul XV for Fiji
Scotland have rung the changes for their third Nations Championship fixture against Fiji, with Gregor Townsend making 14 changes a…
Josh Raisey
16 Jul 2026, 5:42
Analysis
Did Scotland show Dave Rennie's All Blacks how to beat the Boks?
South Africa didn’t lose but the way Scotland breached their defence has given the New Zealand coach an invaluable template for …
Nick Bishop
15 Jul 2026, 0:36
Where Are They Now? When Charlie Hodgson bent it like Beckham
England and Argentina are set to face each other in football and rugby three days apart this week, bringing back memories of the s…
Neil Fissler
14 Jul 2026, 8:38
Scotland rocked by triple injury blow ahead of Fiji clash
Alex Samuel (knee), Kyle Steyn (foot) and Rory Darge (concussion) have all been ruled out Saturday's match at Murrayfield.
Jon Newcombe
14 Jul 2026, 6:59
