Jake White points to Springboks example after Fiji fall to Ireland
New Flying Fijians coach Jake White has raised some questions the team will need “to sit down and talk about."
Finn Morton
14 Nov 2026, 15:14
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Spooked Ireland fumble their way to win over Fiji as Boks loom large
Andy Farrell’s side endured an uncomfortable opening period before moving clear in the season half.
PA
14 Nov 2026, 14:43
Opinion
Fiji player ratings vs Ireland | Nations Championship 2026
On a weekend of historic upsets in the Nations Championship, Fiji entered the Aviva Stadium with audacious optimism.
Ned Lester
14 Nov 2026, 14:10
Tadhg Beirne focused on his job as family prepare for emotional day in Dublin
Tadhg Beirne insists Ireland will not rest on their laurels as he prepares to captain his country in Dublin for the first time in …
PA
13 Nov 2026, 6:44
World Rankings: All eyes on Paris as All Blacks hope for French favour
A rare defeat for South Africa against France at the Stade de France on Friday night will open the door for New Zealand to replace…
Jon Newcombe
13 Nov 2026, 3:06
Analysis
How Nations Championship is changing shape of the game - but let’s keep a fair maul contest
The competition has more ball-in-play time, more points and more tries, but the ease of scoring from close-range lineout drives ma…
Nick Bishop
12 Nov 2026, 11:04
Jake White swings axe: Fiji superstar's return 1 of 9 changes for Ireland clash
Fiji have rung the changes ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Ireland, making nine alterations to the side that w…
Ian Cameron
12 Nov 2026, 9:04
Jamison Gibson-Park returns as Ireland start 36-year-old Bundee Aki against Fiji
Andy Farrell has recalled Jamison Gibson-Park and Bundee Aki to his Ireland side for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Fi…
Ian Cameron
12 Nov 2026, 6:15
Stuart McCloskey: 'So he’s sort of the eyes for me... makes me look good'
Stuart McCloskey says he is benefitting from fellow Ireland centre Robbie Henshaw, who “does all the work that makes me look goo…
PA
12 Nov 2026, 1:28
2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson watches history being made
England's 2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson was among a 2,000-strong crowd as Malta celebrated their 100th internation…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2026, 6:56
Bristol coach Jordan Crane makes case for keeping key pathway alive
Bristol Bears defence coach Jordan Crane hopes there will always be a place for a cup competition for Gallagher PREM sides, as he …
Neil Fissler
10 Nov 2026, 5:34
Analysis
Gallagher PREM teams ranked in comparative form table after 5 rounds
Hit hard by injuries, particularly in the back three, and with new recruits still bedding in, Exeter are well off the pace compare…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2026, 3:26
Springboks lead cut after latest World Rugby Men’s Rankings update
Both of the top teams won in the fourth round of the Nations Championship, otherwise it was a weekend dominated by the northern he…
Jon Newcombe
09 Nov 2026, 0:00
Exclusive
Fissler Confidential: Major deal tabled for All Blacks star
Bayonne have offered a deal to All Blacks back-rower and Chiefs skipper Luke Jacobson to move to the Top 14 when his deal runs out…
Neil Fissler
08 Nov 2026, 3:56
Opinion
Fiji player ratings vs France | Nations Championship 2026
Fiji suffered a hefty loss in Lyon to conclude a big night in the Nations Championship, managing to score just two tries while con…
Ned Lester
07 Nov 2026, 14:51
Romain Ntamack injury mars France victory over Fiji
France opened their Nations Championship campaign with an emphatic 54-17 victory over Fiji in Lyon, but the sight of Romain Ntamac…
Ian Cameron
07 Nov 2026, 14:15
