Chicago chosen to host Major final
The 2026 champions of Major League Rugby (MLR) will be crowned at the Seatgeek Stadium in Chicago on Sunday, 21 June.
Jon Newcombe
19 Feb 2026, 23:36
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Seawolves recruit US-qualified Italy 7s flyer for 2026
Major League Rugby's Seattle Seawolves have confirmed the signing of Italy U20 international Matthias Douglas for the 2026 season.
Joe Harvey
11 Feb 2026, 2:22
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
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
Interview
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
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
‘Big ceiling’: Seawolves land Australian-raised front-rower for 2026
Australian-raised hooker Liki Chan Tung is the latest addition to the Seattle Seawolves roster for the 2026 Major League Rugby sea…
Finn Morton
13 Jan 2026, 15:03
Exclusive
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
South African lock re-signs as quest for MLR glory with Seattle continues
Rhyno Herbst is set for a sixth season with the Seattle Seawolves, bringing Super Rugby experience to the franchise's roster.
Finn Morton
06 Jan 2026, 14:47
Seattle Seawolves add South African halfback to MLR 2026 squad
Brett will join Allen Clarke in the coaching staff, as well as former Blues and Maori All Black hooker Robbie Abel.
Henry Lee
03 Jan 2026, 14:37
Seattle Seawolves add two USA internationals to roster for 2026
The Seattle Seawolves have added more international experience to their roster for the 2026 Major League Rugby season.
Finn Morton
02 Jan 2026, 14:46
Former Blues and Crusaders fly-half joins Seattle Seawolves coaching staff
"We believe he will be an excellent fit for our environment and a valuable addition to the coaching staff. We’re looking forward…
Henry Lee
01 Jan 2026, 18:02
Analysis
Northern vs Southern: Who really won the battle of hemispheres in 2025
With the Nations Championship, the dawn of a new age for the Test Match arena is upon us, and with it the Northern vs Southern Hem…
Francisco Isaac
30 Dec 2025, 23:20
