Cheslin Kolbe and Co humbled in Japan by former Wallaby
Wallaby veteran Bernard Foley helped himself to 29 points as Kubota Spears bossed the weekend’s feature match of Japan Rugby Lea…
Matt McILraith
28 Dec 2025, 3:24
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Richie Mo'unga and Cheslin Kolbe continue to make a big impact in JRLO
After flattering to deceive last season, Tokyo Sungoliath already appear a much-improved beast, sitting on top of the standings af…
Matt McILraith
21 Dec 2025, 6:15
Rowntree faces one of the greatest challenges in coaching in Japan
When the title-winning former Munster coach Graham Rowntree signed on with Urasyu D-Rocks in Japan Rugby League One, he knew he ha…
Matt McILraith
19 Dec 2025, 1:50
Cheslin Koble makes stunning return, All Black binned for dissent
Former Wallaby Berrick Barnes enjoyed a remarkable success on his first day on the Saitama Wild Knights coaching team as his side …
Matt McILraith
14 Dec 2025, 4:32
MLR champions New England chase four-peat as 2026 schedule announced
New England Free Jacks are only a few months away from launching their quest for an unprecedented fourth-straight crown.
Finn Morton
04 Dec 2025, 17:29
All Black Richie Mo’unga aiming for perfect 10 in Japanese farewell
The fifth edition of Japan Rugby League One kicks off in Tokyo next week, with the Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo playmaker attempting …
Matt McILraith
04 Dec 2025, 3:41
Player of the Year trend reflects well on top Japanese league
Japan's Rugby League One is celebrating a hat-trick of World Rugby Player of the Year awards after Kubota Spears hooker Malcolm Ma…
Jon Newcombe
26 Nov 2025, 1:18
Champ Rugby to get blanket coverage thanks to new broadcast deal
Fans of Worcester Warriors will be able to watch the club's first competitive game since its rebirth live and for free, thanks to …
Jon Newcombe
23 Sep 2025, 3:41
MLR confirms major shake-up impacting one of its biggest clubs
MLR have made a significant announcement with Ma’a Nonu’s former side the San Diego Legion are set to rebrand ahead of the 202…
Finn Morton
30 Jul 2025, 17:43
An Eddie Jordan-led consortium has bought London Irish
The former Gallagher Premiership club filed for administration in June 2023 following its suspension from all competitions.
PA
12 Feb 2025, 5:22
Anthony Watson details brutal final throes of his playing career
The Leicester wing won 56 England caps and played in five Lions Tests.
PA
17 Jan 2025, 6:56
Scotland's Adam Hastings handed driving ban
Glasgow and Scotland fly-half Adam Hastings has been banned from driving after being caught using a mobile phone and also speeding…
PA
14 Jan 2025, 1:47
Full schedule announced for 2025 Major League Rugby season
Major League Rugby has unveiled a new-look schedule for the 2025 season, with teams competing for glory across a 16-week regular s…
Finn Morton
19 Nov 2024, 21:45
Ex-Super Rugby flyer helps eliminate Ma’a Nonu & Matt Giteau’s Legion
Matt Giteau and All Blacks legend Ma’a Nonu have fallen short in their bid to bring the Major League Rugby shield back to San Di…
Finn Morton
23 Jul 2024, 17:12
Ex-Wallaby Matt Giteau set to reunite with All Blacks great Ma'a Nonu
Australia centurion Matt Giteau is set to make his San Diego Legion debut this Sunday in Major League Rugby four months after comi…
Josh Raisey
01 May 2024, 3:57
'I feel really good’: Ma’a Nonu opens up on playing ‘one more year’ in MLR
Ma’a Nonu has opened up about why, at the age of 41, the two-time World Cup winner couldn’t “quite give up” playing profes…
Finn Morton
31 Jan 2024, 14:40
