The 'toughest' RWC 2027 pool if draw was made today
Based on the highest-ranked teams in each band, the Springboks could be up against fellow former winners of the Webb Ellis Cup.
Jon Newcombe
24 Nov 2025, 4:27
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'Look, I’ll be honest': Sione Tuipulotu downbeat despite win over Tonga
Sione Tuipulotu admitted Scotland have to dust themselves down and come back stronger for next year’s Six Nations after a “fru…
PA
23 Nov 2025, 9:32
Scotland thump Tonga to cap disappointing Autumn with win
The third came in the 23rd minute when second-rower Max Williamson wriggled his way over from close range. Fergus Burke added the …
PA
23 Nov 2025, 8:00
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Scotland player ratings vs Tonga | Quilter Nations Series 2025
Scotland player ratings: Gregor Townsend's side were on a mission to right the wrongs of their dire loss to Argentina and it would…
Ian Cameron
23 Nov 2025, 7:39
All four Rugby World Cup seeding bands confirmed
World Rugby’s four pool-stage seeding bands for Rugby World Cup 2027 are now officially confirmed after this week's November Tes…
Ian Cameron
23 Nov 2025, 3:54
'I never really thought I’d get anywhere near something like this'
George Turner admitted he could never have imagined winning 50 caps for Scotland as the Harlequins hooker prepares for his landmar…
PA
22 Nov 2025, 7:31
Oldest debutant in major Test history set to face Scotland
Tonga have named a team with plenty of years behind them, including one 39-year-old, for Sunday's clash at Murrayfield.
Jon Newcombe
21 Nov 2025, 7:33
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Milton Haig steps into coaching role as Tonga sense 'fantastic opportunity'
A 30-strong Tongan squad, representing 20 clubs and seven different countries, has been busy making up for lost time as they look …
Jon Newcombe
19 Nov 2025, 1:24
Gregor Townsend on where the blame might lie for Scotland implosion
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend insists he does not feel let down by his players and the buck stops with him after an autumn c…
Bryn Palmer
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Eleven of twelve World Rugby Nations Cup teams confirmed
World Rugby has confirmed that preparations for the inaugural World Rugby Nations Cup are “advancing at pace”, with 11 of the …
Ian Cameron
17 Nov 2025, 1:00
Updated world rankings show big divide ahead of Rugby World Cup draw
It will now take something special from the sides outside of the top six in the rankings to break into Band 1 for the Rugby World …
Jon Newcombe
09 Nov 2025, 10:18
Changes to world rankings put England in strong position
England took a step closer towards securing their place in the top band of seeds for the Rugby World Cup 2027 draw with Saturday's…
Jon Newcombe
03 Nov 2025, 4:00
World Rugby reveals USA host city contenders for Rugby World Cup 2031
World Rugby has confirmed the 27-strong list of major US centres officially vying for a piece of the Men's Rugby World Cup 2031 ac…
Ned Lester
31 Oct 2025, 7:30
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Vunipola brothers could be set for shock Rugby World Cup role
England and Lions star Mako Vunipola is hoping to be part of the Tonga coaching set up at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, w…
Chris Jones
22 Oct 2025, 1:59
Uncapped trio named in Scotland squad, as Bradbury ends long exile
Gregor Townsend has named his squad for the November internationals against the USA, New Zealand, Argentina and Tonga.
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2025, 2:14
RWC 2025 final referee Hollie Davidson to take charge of 2 November Tests
Rugby World Cup 2025 final referee Hollie Davidson has been named on the World Rugby panel of referees for the upcoming Quilter Na…
Jon Newcombe
13 Oct 2025, 2:43
