12-year wait ended as major World Ranking change lands
Italy's 18-15 win over Scotland in rain-sodden Rome has resulted in the teams swapping places in the World Rugby Men's Rankings.
Jon Newcombe
08 Feb 2026, 2:41
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Ex-England international Ollie Devoto living the American Dream
The former Bath and Exeter centre has signed a contract extension with the Chicago Hounds, after rediscovering his 'love of rugby.…
Jon Newcombe
06 Feb 2026, 0:22
Springbok's brother named in 35-man USA Eagles training squad
There's no little South African interest in the 35-man USA Eagles alignment camp squad as they begin preparations in earnest for t…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2026, 1:49
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World Rugby Chair shares Zimbabwe fans’ story that captures RWC spirit
World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson was stopped by a couple of Zimbabwe supporters before flying to Sydney on Tuesday.
Finn Morton
02 Feb 2026, 17:44
World Rugby appoint ex-New Zealand CEO Mark Robinson to key new role
Robinson, who stepped down from his NZRU role at the end of last year, will join World Rugby in May, as its new Chief of Rugby.
Jon Newcombe
27 Jan 2026, 2:49
Nations Championship to be shown exclusively on free-to-air TV
ITV will become the undisputed home of international rugby in the UK until 2029, offering fans the most comprehensive free-to-air …
Jon Newcombe
26 Jan 2026, 1:00
Former World Rugby player of the year nominee joins California Legion
Major League Rugby's California Legion have signed United States hooker Joe Taufete'e ahead of the new season.
Josh Raisey
22 Jan 2026, 8:55
New MLR franchise unveils Australian-born USA Eagle as first signing
New Major League Rugby side California Legion have announced their first signing in franchise history.
Finn Morton
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New MLR franchise lands USA Eagles captain Jason Damm for 2026
USA Eagles captain Jason Damm has signed with the California Legion ahead of the 2026 Major League Rugby season.
Finn Morton
17 Jan 2026, 13:59
Scott Robertson's win stats highlight weight of All Blacks expectation
Robertson, 51, began his tenure as head coach with unconvincing 16-15 victory over England in Dunedin in July 2024.
Jon Newcombe
16 Jan 2026, 3:19
California Legion confirm coaching staff featuring two ex-Wallabies
Former Wallabies Stephen Hoiles and Dave Dennis will help California Legion make history this season as part of the coaching staff…
Finn Morton
13 Jan 2026, 22:00
Chicago Hounds re-sign prop Koby Baker for 2026 MLR season
The Chicago Hounds have bolstered their propping stocks by re-signing 24-year-old Koby Baker for the 2026 season, which begins Mar…
Ned Lester
13 Jan 2026, 12:47
Chicago Hounds sign Argentinian hooker-flanker hybrid Bekerman
The Chicago Hounds' 2026 forward pack continues to take shape with the addition of former Miami Sharks utility forward Tomas Beker…
Ned Lester
07 Jan 2026, 12:57
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Long Covid-suffering Wasps legend helps England stars reach peak performance
A clinic in south-west London is increasingly becoming the go-to place for rugby players looking to optimise their performance and…
Jon Newcombe
07 Jan 2026, 3:07
Rugby referee 'Fearless Fred' Howard dies
Howard, from the Liverpool Rugby Referees' Society, was an international referee from 1983 to 1992, standing in for 20 Tests.
Jon Newcombe
06 Jan 2026, 23:02
Chicago Hounds extend 2024 draft pick Jake Kinneeveauk
The Chicago Hounds and 2024 second-round pick Jake Kinneeveauk have agreed to terms on a one-year contract extension to keep the l…
Ned Lester
05 Jan 2026, 18:46
