Why MLR’s first-ever number one draft pick won’t face Spain in Nations Cup
Mooneyham touched down for a try as the USA built up an early lead in a World Rugby Nations Cup clash with Zimbabwe.
Finn Morton
17 Jul 2026, 20:57
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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
‘Like a fine wine’: Australian-born prop earns USA Eagles debut at 34
Charlie Abel will make a hard-earned debut for the USA Men’s Eagles in a World Rugby Nations Cup clash with Spain.
Finn Morton
16 Jul 2026, 23:57
Australian-born two-time MLR champion in line for USA debut in Nations Cup
Australian-born Charlie Abel will realise his international rugby dream at 34 years of age, named on the USA Eagles bench.
Finn Morton
16 Jul 2026, 16:35
Anotine Dupont understudy set for France debut against Japan
Toulouse scrum-half Paul Graou is set to make his France debut from the bench on Saturday against Japan in round three of the Nati…
Josh Raisey
16 Jul 2026, 2:34
Interview
Olympic gold medallist reflects on ‘unreal’ two-try France Test debut
Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang fought back tears after a dream debut for France against the Wallabies in the inaugural Nations Champions…
Finn Morton
14 Jul 2026, 15:56
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
From SVNS to 15s: Spanish duo have high hopes of cracking the code
Pablo Bouza and his staff have been looking to Sevens to find valuable assets for Los Leones' roster.
Francisco Isaac
14 Jul 2026, 3:50
Boks' rivals hailed as 'the team to beat at next year's World Cup' by 2007 winner
South African World Cup winner Victor Matfield has claimed only three teams can win the World Cup next year – the Springboks, th…
Josh Raisey
14 Jul 2026, 2:30
Analysis
How France ran Australia off their feet at the Suncorp
Fabien Galthie's men produced a blistering second half to douse any hopes of a home win for the Wallabies.
Nick Bishop
14 Jul 2026, 2:25
Opinion
Wallabies must stop making life difficult for themselves to send Schmidt out on high
Without two of their fly-halves against France, Australia's loss of attacking shape and predictable kicking game undid some 'outst…
Brett McKay
13 Jul 2026, 12:39
Opinion
England and the All Blacks dominate our Nations Championship team of the week
With another round of the Nations Championship now behind us, it is time to delve into the team-of-the-week territory.
Francisco Isaac
12 Jul 2026, 4:33
3 up, 6 down as World Rankings get shaken up
England, Japan and Spain will all have improved positions when the rankings are officially updated at 12pm on Monday (BST).
Jon Newcombe
12 Jul 2026, 2:44
Rugby World Cup qualifiers dealt five cards in Nations Cup as Europe dominates
Rugby World Cup regulars Georgia and Chile have gone top of Pools A and B in the World Rugby Nations Cup after two rounds, which p…
Ben Smith
11 Jul 2026, 23:06
Joe Schmidt wants Wallabies' 'house in order' before exit
Rookie flyhalf Declan Meredith wants another crack as Joe Schmidt attempts to avoid some unwanted Wallabies history in his final g…
AAP
11 Jul 2026, 17:27
