World Rugby announce new crackdown on two dangerous tackles
World Rugby have moved to outlaw two dangerous tackle techniques, with changes covering the 'hip drop' and 'knee drop' set to come…
Josh Raisey
07 Oct 2026, 3:00
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Analysis
'Rugby needs to be demystified to attract new fans and fresh investment'
The inaugural Nations Championship represents the first major opportunity to embrace private investment, but only if the game is a…
Nick Bishop
06 Oct 2026, 4:51
Sudamérica Rugby gives Rugby World Cup 2035 bid update
South America's top rugby-playing countries, led by Argentina, have released a statement saying they have officially submitted all…
Jon Newcombe
06 Oct 2026, 0:41
Opinion
‘The RWC countdown clock is ticking. The permutations are endlessly fascinating. England are in a critical phase.’
South Africa are in that good place again, a potential Wallabies resurgence is on the cards but England's form has been variable.
Mick Cleary
01 Oct 2026, 4:30
Paul Gustard rewarded with new Stade Francais deal after turnaround
Former Leicester Tigers and Harlequins boss Paul Gustard will remain Stade Français boss until at least 2029 after agreeing to a …
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2026, 2:00
Rugby World Cup 2027 marks one year to go with ticket sales milestone
“In just 365 days, Australia will welcome the world for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, a landmark tournament that coincides with …
Henry Lee
30 Sep 2026, 21:09
France's Sekou Macalou publicly responds to retirement reports
France international Sekou Macalou has pushed back against reports that he has retired from professional rugby with immediate effe…
Josh Raisey
30 Sep 2026, 5:32
Full list of winners at French rugby awards as Jack Willis retains title
Overlooked England international Jack Willis has been named Top 14 Player of the Year for the second consecutive year at La Nuit d…
Francisco Isaac
28 Sep 2026, 23:45
World Rugby unveils 29 Outdoor Training Venues for 2027 Rugby World Cup
World Rugby has today confirmed the 29 Outdoor Training Venues that will be used by the 24 participating teams during Men’s Rugb…
Finn Morton
24 Sep 2026, 20:59
France lose heavyweight for November showdown with Springboks
France and Toulouse second-row Emmanuel Meafou is set to be sidelined for up to three months after sustaining a knee injury agains…
Josh Raisey
23 Sep 2026, 8:06
Waisea Nayacalevu makes drastic position switch on debut for new club
Former Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu will make his debut for Rugby Olympique de Grasse, but in an unusual role: at no.8 for the F…
Francisco Isaac
20 Sep 2026, 4:41
France enact special measures with 'protected player list' of 33 to target 2027 World Cup
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) has reportedly enacted special measures with the Top 14 clubs for the first time to protect "33 …
Ben Smith
19 Sep 2026, 15:47
Dual eligible France-NZ lock given '20 to 40 per cent chance' of playing again
Former France U20s and ex-Hawke's Bay lock Patrick Tuifua was given "20 to 40 per cent" chance of ever playing rugby again after a…
Ben Smith
19 Sep 2026, 14:44
Opinion
‘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.
Gavin Mortimer
17 Sep 2026, 5:51
'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 …
Josh Raisey
16 Sep 2026, 7:36
World Rugby announce World Cup partner with priority tickets available
World Rugby have announced Visa as a Principal Partner for the 2027 and 2029 Rugby World Cups in Australia, with the agreement als…
Josh Raisey
15 Sep 2026, 7:52
