Scarlets' outback Aussie Archer Holz is a 1 in 500 player
When it comes to his rugby roots, it’s safe to say Archer Holz is pretty unique, having started out with Lightning Ridge Tigers!
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25 Feb 2026, 1:28
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Rugby Europe Championship underdogs pull off huge upset win
The final weekend of the pool stages has come to an end, with Georgia and Portugal finishing top of Pools A and B, while Spain and…
Francisco Isaac
22 Feb 2026, 12:15
World Rankings get major Six Nations shake-up
Ireland and Scotland move up two places as a result of their wins over England and Wales.
Jon Newcombe
22 Feb 2026, 9:00
Springbok Marnus van der Merwe Ireland-bound on two-year deal
Munster have added some Springbok flavour to their squad for next season with the signing of Marnus van der Merwe on a two-year de…
Ned Lester
20 Feb 2026, 22:05
Exclusive
Mark Robinson: 'I want to make sure we focus on what our fans are really looking for.'
The ex-New Zealand rugby chief executive is coming into a wide-ranging role with World Rugby that will help him shape the future o…
Owain Jones
20 Feb 2026, 7:09
Interview
How rugby built medal hopeful Joshua Tasche: 'We were put through an absolute meat grinder'
While his former team-mates were celebrating astonishing successes in the Rugby Europe Championship and at SVNS 2 in Nairobi, form…
Denis Frank
20 Feb 2026, 6:24
Slighted World Cup regular hits back in Rugby Europe Championship
After a breathtaking first round, the Men’s Rugby Europe Championship moved into round two, with no stuns this time around.
Francisco Isaac
16 Feb 2026, 2:11
Interview
Switzerland and Germany throw shade on format change decision
Switzerland and Germany struck a blow for advocates of the Rugby Europe Men's Championship remaining as an eight-team competition …
Jon Newcombe
09 Feb 2026, 5:34
Germany down Rugby World Cup regulars to pull off shock REC win
In the Rugby Europe Championship opening weekend, Germany produced one of the greatest results in their recent history as the Schw…
Francisco Isaac
08 Feb 2026, 9:33
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
Opinion
The 6 most legendary players to have played in the Men’s REC
The Rugby Europe Championship, both men’s and women’s, is packed with legends who have made a name for themselves over the yea…
Francisco Isaac
06 Feb 2026, 4:00
Analysis
The 5 biggest Rugby Europe Championship upsets of all time
February is almost here, and with it not only a new Men’s Six Nations but also another Rugby Europe Championship.
Francisco Isaac
05 Feb 2026, 6:30
Opinion
Who will prevail at the Rugby Europe Championship?
Will serial winners Georgia relinquish their crown? Can a new power emerge and push for greatness? The key REC questions answered.
Francisco Isaac
04 Feb 2026, 6:20
Ex-Lions coach Mike Ford back on the job market after sudden resignation
The former England, Ireland and British and Irish Lions defence coach has quit his role as Director of Rugby at Oldham RLFC.
Jon Newcombe
02 Feb 2026, 1:16
Analysis
11 Six Nations stars who could have set the Rugby Europe Championship alight
European rugby has long reflected the continent’s fluid borders and shared histories. With that in mind, which high-profile Six …
Francisco Isaac
01 Feb 2026, 6:49
Benetton miss game-winner as Munster go down down swinging to Glasgow
Glasgow survived a second-half fightback by Munster to cement their position at the top of the United Rugby Championship with a 31…
PA
30 Jan 2026, 14:18
