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'They were big animals. Buck Shelford, you didn't see men like him. Michael Jones, the Whetton brothers, they were f***ing ferocious'
Scotland's Alan Tait recalls how very different the World Cup was when launched in 1987: 'Your team room in the hotel had two frid…
Jamie Lyall
31 Aug, 19:45
Finn Russell steals the show in first visit to Georgia by a tier one country
Georgia's stadium in Tbilisi was packed to the rafters for the first-ever visit by a tier one country, but the ambush they hoped f…
Online Editors
31 Aug, 19:00
Schmidt braced for 'horrible couple of days' selecting his RWC squad
Joe Schmidt has confirmed he will submit a list of 31 names to World Rugby on Monday that he then hopes to keeps secret before an …
Online Editors
31 Aug, 18:33
Warren Gatland has revealed what his big RWC squad selection discussion will be
Warren Gatland is sitting down on Saturday night to settle on the names of the 31 he will bring to Japan and he has revealed what …
Online Editors
31 Aug, 18:08
Ireland player ratings vs Wales
Humiliated in London the previous weekend, a middle strength Ireland XV regained some lost ground by deservedly getting the better…
Liam Heagney
31 Aug, 17:11
Wales player ratings vs Ireland
Here is how the Wales players rated on a disappointing Saturday afternoon at Principality Stadium where they fell to a first home …
Ireland withstand late Welsh surge to move on from their Twickenham disaster
Ireland were left bloodied and battered by a rampant England last weekend but their mixed strength XV had enough to bounce off the…
Online Editors
31 Aug, 15:50
Recap: Wales vs Ireland LIVE | Summer Series
Follow all the action from the World Cup warm-up match on the RugbyPass live blog as Wales host Ireland at Principality Stadium in…
Fiji get one over Tonga in feisty Pasifika Challenge
Much is expected from Fiji at the World Cup in Japan and they gave their morale a boost with a derby win over Tonga, their Pacific…
Online Editors
31 Aug, 9:28
Danny Care won't be an emergency RWC call-up as he faces an operation at Harlequins
Danny Care might have been a player Eddie Jones could have turned to if a World Cup emergency arises in Japan, but that can no lon…
Online Editors
31 Aug, 8:24
Snubbed in 1991 by the All Blacks, Gatland feels for his Wales players who won't make RWC
Warren Gatland announces Wales' 2019 World Cup squad on Sunday knowing from his 1991 New Zealand experience how terrible it is not…
Online Editors
31 Aug, 7:53
France cruise past Italy in their final warm-up match before the World Cup
France concluded their preparations for the World Cup with a comfortable 47-19 victory over Italy in their final warm-up match in …
Online Editors
31 Aug, 0:47
'I'm not really disappointed... I'm positive' - Taqele Naiyaravoro on RWC misfortune, his Fijian heritage and life at Northampton
Taqele Naiyaravoro isn't wasting time dwelling on missing out on another World Cup, his focus instead being on a new Premiership s…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug, 16:29
Dyantyi's positive B sample result is dividing opinion
Springbok rugby has found itself mired in two big controversies this week and the situation concerning Aphiwe Dyantyi and his fail…
Josh Raisey
30 Aug, 15:41
Another week, another law tweak by World Rugby
With their biggest ever World Cup on the horizon, World Rugby is tweaking laws in the run-up and its latest change concerns the us…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug, 15:10
Springbok Aphiwe Dyantyi insisted he hasn't cheated... but B sample result hasn't backed him up
Aphiwe Dyantyi protested his innocence last weekend when a urine sample tested positive, but his hopes that a B sample would exone…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug, 13:05
'There is a large element of fear involved...' - James Haskell on his switch from rugby to MMA
Rocky and Mike Tyson were among the names dropped into the mix by James Haskell during his first MMA media conference, but he also…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug, 12:20
World rankings ridiculed again as struggling Ireland handed opportunity to take No1 this weekend
World Rugby's rankings system has long been the butt of many jokes and the comedy is continuing as Ireland, fresh from record defe…
Commission twist in Eben Etzebeth saga
Eben Etzebeth has been at the epicentre of a firestorm since last weekend's allegations and there was further drama before the Spr…
Online Editors
30 Aug, 8:39
Brodie Retallick on the injury complication that left him fearing for his World Cup spot
Brodie Retallick's recovery from his shoulder injury has been a process slowed down by a complication that left the All Blacks loc…
Online Editors
30 Aug, 8:10
Alan Jones claims Kiwi coaches are second-rate
Today, in his column for The Australian, shock jock Alan Jones hit out at a number of top Kiwi sports administrators and coaches, …
Online Editors
30 Aug, 1:59
Fiji to unleash Semi Radradra in grudge match with Tonga
Former NRL star Semi Radradra has been included in a full-strength Fiji team for their final Test hit-out before facing Australia …
Online Editors
29 Aug, 23:36
Bill Ellis Podcast - Episode 5 - How the All Blacks' RWC squad shapes up against biggest rivals
This week on the Bill Ellis Podcast: McOnie, Mils, & Bates take a deep dive into the All Blacks' RWC squad and how it shapes up ag…
'I feel I need to earn the right to pull on the Black jersey again'
Liam Squire has opened up on why he turned down the All Blacks, saying he didn't feel "physically or mentally" ready for the press…
Online Editors
29 Aug, 21:34
New Zealand Heartland side named to taken on Samoa
New Zealand Heartland XV Coach Mark Rutene has named his side to face Manu Samoa in their historic clash at Eden Park this weekend…
Online Editors
29 Aug, 20:13
Heaslip keeping the faith: 'This team since the last World Cup is probably the best Irish squad ever assembled'
Jamie Heaslip is heading to Japan in October and while numerous fans are concerned with the form of Joe Schmidt's squad, the forme…
Liam Heagney
29 Aug, 17:59
Welsh supporters respond to Agustin Pichot's world rankings comments
Welsh fans haven't been slow in tackling Agustin Pichot's claim that it is ridiculous how Wales climbed to No1 in the world rankin…
Josh Raisey
29 Aug, 17:17
'The people who really launched the criticism at him, some of it is unfair'
Veteran Ireland skipper Rory Best has been in the eye of a storm since last Saturday's record loss at Twickenham, but Joe Schmidt …
Online Editors
29 Aug, 15:49
England fans question whether Vunipola was rushed back too soon
The sight of Mako Vunipola coming off injured against Ireland is something some England fans are querying, suggesting his comeback…
Josh Raisey
29 Aug, 13:38
Ireland make 11 changes to their team to face Wales
Trounced by England at Twickenham last Saturday, Joe Schmidt has taken action ahead of Ireland's trip to Wales by making 11 change…
Liam Heagney
29 Aug, 12:57
Scotland make 10 changes to their team to face Georgia
Having squared their warm-up series with France, Scotland are now off to Georgia on their next step towards the World Cup and they…
Online Editors
29 Aug, 11:41
Wales' team to face Ireland includes two new caps
Warren Gatland has decided to take an experimental approach to Wales' latest World Cup warm-up by naming two uncapped players in t…
Online Editors
29 Aug, 10:08
Israel Folau launches circuit court battle with Rugby Australia by lodging a 26-page statement
It was May when Rugby Australia terminated Isreal Folau's contract but the former Wallabies star isn't going quietly as his legal …
Online Editors
29 Aug, 8:56
'I didn't know it was coming... my first reaction was to scream' - John Cooney on his Ireland axe
John Cooney was watching Gaelic football on TV when his Sunday afternoon was ruined by Joe Schmidt phoning to tell him he was bein…
Liam Heagney
29 Aug, 8:33
'It's ridiculous' - World Rugby vice president Agustin Pichot slams world rankings
World Rugby vice president Agustin Pichot has joined the chorus of criticism surrounding the world rankings system after Wales ove…
Online Editors
29 Aug, 5:18
Trendy Rugby - 29 August 2019 - Ngani Laumape hard done by
Hi, I'm Sam Smith, and here I am again with the very latest trends in rugby. Today we learn that Etzebeth has been cleared for Jap…
Zinzan Brooke: Brodie Retallick's delayed influence can mirror England's Richard Hill in 2003
Zinzan Brooke has no trouble with Steve Hansen picking an injured Brodie Retallick, claiming the second row's eventual comeback ca…
Chris Jones
28 Aug, 17:53
World Rugby claims its multi-million investment has transformed Pacific Islands rugby
With Auckland ready to host a pre-World Cup celebration of Pasifika rugby this Saturday, World Rugby claims its four-year investme…
Online Editors
28 Aug, 17:38
Ireland tipped to make 11 changes for Wales and hand Peter O'Mahony a different back row role
Optimism surrounding Ireland's World Cup chances nose-dived with a record defeat at Twickenham and Joe Schmidt is now likely to ch…
Liam Heagney
28 Aug, 15:31
Outlook not great for Jack Nowell, but latest prognosis is better for Mako Vunipola
Jack Nowell's race against time to be fit for the World Cup has apparently got more difficult but there was a silver lining on Wed…
Gabrillagues' appeal result not a good look for World Rugby
France were left incredulous by the six-week ban handed down to Paul Gabrillagues which threatened his World Cup participation, bu…
Online Editors
28 Aug, 10:24
Rob Kearney's late hit on Tom Curry still has fans bemused that it went unpunished
World Rugby is determined to make rugby safer, but some tackles that have passed in recent weeks without punishment have left fans…
Springboks tie up de Bruin loose end with Irish appointment for World Cup
Swys de Bruin's decision to quit the Springboks left Rassie Erasmus with a vacancy to quickly fill for the World Cup and his exper…
Rugby Australia committed to promoting from within
Rugby Australia chief executive Raelene Castle insists her organisation is committed to developing and promoting local coaches des…
Online Editors
27 Aug, 22:02
Scotland fans astonished Richie Gray has been overlooked after Sam Skinner's injury
Scotland supporters had assumed the Top 14-winning Richie Gray would be the next man up in the event of an injury at lock, but he …
Josh Raisey
27 Aug, 17:43
Ireland tackle speculation that Rory Best's captaincy is under threat
Rory Best's Ireland captaincy has come in for stern criticism in the wake of last weekend's humiliating loss to England but talk h…
Online Editors
27 Aug, 17:36
Skelton's contract extension highlights how Saracens are still the team to beat
Speculation that Will Skelton was an Australian World Cup squad target didn't amount to anything other than his club Saracens offe…
Josh Raisey
27 Aug, 16:18
Scotland explain precisely why Richie Gray hasn't replaced Sam Skinner in their squad
There is bemusement in Scotland that Richie Gray isn't involved in their World Cup preparations, but Scottish management have prov…
Online Editors
27 Aug, 14:15
Brian O'Driscoll has a World Cup remedy to fix Joe Schmidt's struggling Ireland midfield
Ireland's midfield was like a turnstile at Twickenham, failing to stem a rampant English attack, and it has left the legendary Bri…
Liam Heagney
27 Aug, 13:47
Scotland call-up replacement after Sam Skinner is ruled out of World Cup
The worst was feared for Sam Skinner after he was injured in last Saturday's win over France and Scotland have now confirmed the E…
Online Editors
27 Aug, 11:37
RA insists it 'always wants Australian talent' when it comes to filling its big coaching posts
Amid speculation that a host of New Zealand coaches could occupy plum jobs in Australia next year, Rugby Australia have insisted t…
Online Editors
27 Aug, 10:58
Has Schmidt made the same mistake as a Man United legend?
Here are two coaches at the top of their game making an early announcement to leave at the end of a season and then watching their…
Ciarán Kennedy
27 Aug, 9:31
'It would be irresponsible for Rugby Australia not to review the Giteau rule'
Rugby Australia are considering tweaking the Giteau rule to see if current RWC squad members such as Japan-bound Samu Kerevi and E…
Online Editors
27 Aug, 8:49
Rassie Erasmus has found an attack coach to replace Swys de Bruin at the Springboks
With the Springboks attack coach, Swys de Bruin, withdrawing from the South African management team just weeks before the World Cu…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Aug, 2:22
Kiwi coaching invasion: All Blacks bungled by letting Wallaby target Dave Rennie go
Rob Penney is tipped to take over as the Waratahs coach in what is being described as a Kiwi coaching invasion.
Online Editors
27 Aug, 0:24
Maitland: We went to a few dark places
Scotland's Sean Maitland believes that turning the tables on France was a crucial step in building some momentum ahead of the Worl…
Online Editors
26 Aug, 16:33
Playing two fiercely competitive No7's can be highly effective
Tom Curry’s all-consuming desire to become England’s first-choice No6 at the Rugby World Cup allowed him to shrug off a high s…
Chris Jones
26 Aug, 14:18
What Wales are potentially missing to be genuine World Cup contenders
Let’s get the platitudes out of the way from the off. Warren Gatland, to the surprise of no one, is Wales’ greatest coach, not…
Owain Jones
26 Aug, 11:26
SA Rugby address Etzebeth allegations
The South African Rugby Union has issued a response to allegations surrounding second-row Eben Etzebeth.
Ciarán Kennedy
26 Aug, 10:25
Saracens and Wallabies star confirms his future
Saracens have received a major boost ahead of the new season with the reigning European Champions Cup holders signing up one of th…
Ciarán Kennedy
26 Aug, 9:57
New Zealand's Prime Minister gives permission for Kiwis to drink during World Cup
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on Monday that the matter had come before Cabinet, with changes set to hit Par…
Online Editors
26 Aug, 6:56
Former Irish international's claim: Billy Vunipola 'better than Kieran Read'
Blockbusting English loose forward Billy Vunipola is "better than Kieran Read" and is now the world's best No. 8, according for a …
Online Editors
26 Aug, 6:25
Eben Etzebeth issues statement following assault accusations
Eben Etzebeth has issued a statement following an accusation that he assaulted a man in the Langebaan.
Online Editors
25 Aug, 22:38
Schmidt dished out some 'hard words' in the post-match dressing-room, Aki reveals
Ireland leaked eight tries en route to their heaviest-ever defeat by England in Saturday’s 57-15 thumping at Twickenham.
Online Editors
25 Aug, 15:58
George Ford: 'Manu's going to be unbelievable for us at the RWC'
Not since South Africa in June 2018 had George Ford started at No10 for England with Owen Farrell at No12, but their partnership c…
We can take teams to a place where they're not comfortable - Vunipola
Billy Vunipola has urged England to stay humble as expectations over their World Cup prospects heightened with Saturday’s 57-15 …
Online Editors
25 Aug, 13:40
Sexton and Henshaw amongst changes for Wales v Ireland clash
The pair’s return would hand Ireland a pre-World Cup boost.
Online Editors
25 Aug, 11:47
Five winners and five losers from Saturday's World Cup warm-ups
The warm-up games are well and truly in the swing of things now, with each match affording fans and coaches glimpses of the big pi…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
25 Aug, 9:56
Itoje and Tuilagi rise to fore in England's bid for RWC success
Few players caught the eye as much as Maro Itoje and Manu Tuilagi did in England's win over Ireland on Saturday, as the pair moved…
'I can't tell you what I'm going to be doing post this World Cup from 8-to-5 as a job... nothing is set in stone'
The transition from rugby player to a different career can be full of pitfalls and while Bryan Habana is feeling fortunate so far,…
Liam Heagney
25 Aug, 7:39
Steve Hansen's impeccable legacy due one last hurrah
If All Blacks coach Steve Hansen, the former policeman and current racehorse owner and enthusiast, sometimes sounds like he has se…
Online Editors
25 Aug, 1:58
Farrell warns England can still get better after hammering Ireland
Eddie Jones’ men scored eight tries in a 57-15 rout.
Online Editors
24 Aug, 21:01
Elliot Daly on why England's victory didn't completely feel like a record-breaking performance
England swaggered to a record-breaking win over Ireland in the London heat but Elliot Daly says that for a time in the first half …
Schmidt's incredulous claim: Ireland's confidence not dented by record 42-point hammering
Never in their wildest nightmares would Ireland have imagined limping away from Twickenham after leaked eight tries in a 57-15 los…
Online Editors
24 Aug, 19:24
Worrying injury list mars Scotland's redemption against the French
Having been mauled last weekend away to France, Scotland turned the tables against the same opposition in the Edinburgh rematch bu…
Online Editors
24 Aug, 18:56
What Mako Vunipola told brother Billy about the injury that forced him off at Twickenham
Eight-try England swatted Ireland aside on Saturday at Twickenham but one of the main post-match talking points has been whether M…
Maro Itoje's Tuilagi verdict: 'When Manu is at his best he is an absolute monster'
England have been waiting years to properly get the injury-hit Manu Tuilagi back in harness, but the levels he hit at Twickenham o…
Chris Jones
24 Aug, 17:48
England player ratings vs Ireland
England's players rated highly in their 57-15 victory over Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday, a performance where Eddie Jones' men…
Ireland player ratings vs England
Records humiliatingly tumbled at Twickenham as Ireland wilted in the London heat and had no answers to the power that England punc…
Liam Heagney
24 Aug, 16:15
England issue powerful RWC statement by hammering wretched Ireland
Amid sweltering temperatures at Twickenham, a rampant eight-try England tore a defensively terrible Ireland to shreds to send reco…
Online Editors
24 Aug, 16:00
Scotland bounced back from last week's humiliation but there is more still to do
Scotland suffered yet another bad start to a Test match and while they managed to bounce back and win on this occasion, they have …
Online Editors
24 Aug, 14:00
Recap: England vs Ireland LIVE | Summer Series
Follow all the action from the World Cup warm-up match on the RugbyPass live blog as England host Ireland at Twickenham in London.
Springbok Aphiwe Dyantyi tests positive for banned substance
Lions winger Aphiwe Dyantyi has landed himself in trouble after a test taken while attending a Springboks training camp in early J…
Liam Heagney
24 Aug, 12:56
Recap: Scotland vs France LIVE | Summer Series
Keep up to date with the latest score, stats and join the conversation from anywhere in the world as Scotland host France at Murra…
Mata: Creating World Cup history would surpass 2016 Rio gold medal
Viliame Mata was part of the Fijian squad that clinched sevens gold at the Rio Olympics but he believes creating RWC history next …
Reverting to Ford/Farrell can't be Eddie's Plan A - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones has named a virtually first choice side to face Ireland, from those in his squad who are fully fit and firing, but sta…
'I've made sure I booked my flight for the Monday after the final in case the All Blacks do it'
Justin Marshall has high hopes that the All Blacks can win a third consecutive World Cup now that they have retained the Bledisloe…
Liam Heagney
23 Aug, 18:05
David Pocock shares medical tests footage as he recovers from injury
David Pocock's injury strife has been a constant companion throughout his stellar rugby career, but he now has every incentive to …
Josh Raisey
23 Aug, 17:09
'It's going to be hot... we play enough rugby in the wind and rain that it's probably not right to moan about the sunshine'
Washed out of it in the Cardiff rain last March, Ireland will have very different conditions to deal with at a balmy Twickenham on…
Online Editors
23 Aug, 16:55
'The Chief's looked great... he's probably in the best physical shape I've ever seen him'
England's selection of Manu Tuilagi at No13 to face Ireland has been a huge talking point and Ben Youngs can't wait to see how his…
Online Editors
23 Aug, 14:28
Scottish fans revel in Jim Mallinder's switch from old enemy England
Jim Mallinder's decision to jettison the RFU for Scott Johnson's performance director role at the SRU has left Scotland fans delig…
Josh Raisey
23 Aug, 12:56
'I'm a lover, not a fighter... I'll stick to rugby' - Itoje won't ever follow Haskell into the cage
Maro Itoje has quite a dominant presence on the rugby field in the colours of England and Saracens, but he insists he won't be fol…
A Wallabies squad full of touching personal stories leaves the fans buzzing
Michael Cheika has pinned his colours to the mast with his Australian World Cup squad announcement and some of his picks have been…
Josh Raisey
23 Aug, 11:06
Here come the England 'Kamikaze kids'
Injury scuppered Eddie Jones' hopes of playing natural scavengers Tom Curry and Sam Underhill together in the England back row aga…
Online Editors
23 Aug, 9:24
Saracens to sign Damian Willemse if he is ignored by the Springboks
Damian Willemse is a fringe players sweating on whether he will make the Springboks' World Cup squad, but his possible exclusion i…
Jim Mallinder to fill the vacancy in Scotland left by Scott Johnson's exit
Scotland have been on the hunt for a new performance director since the April exit of Scott Johnson and they have now found their …
Online Editors
23 Aug, 8:18
Uncapped midfielder headlines Wallabies World Cup squad
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has confirmed his 31-man squad for the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, in front of a packed house at…
Online Editors
22 Aug, 23:08
All Blacks third-in-lines potentially facing the chopping block
Brad Weber and Liam Coltman are third-in-line for the All Blacks in their respective positions and both took to the field in Thurs…
Tom Vinicombe
22 Aug, 21:41
D-Day arrives for Wallabies hopefuls
Michael Cheika could end the international careers of a handful of veteran Wallabies with the stroke of a pen as he finalises his …
Online Editors
22 Aug, 20:10
Joe Marler leads the reaction to James Haskell's quirky sports career change
James Haskell's career switch from the Test rugby pitch with England to the MMA cage has caused a stir on social media with Joe Ma…
Josh Raisey
22 Aug, 19:38
Ireland Test will be best barometer for England's RWC preparations
After shuffling their squad for the two games against Wales, England's Test against Ireland will be their most accurate World Cup …
'I want to go to the World Cup, but do I hope other Scottish players have downfalls? Certainly not'
Tommy Seymour insists there was no pleasure seeing his positional rivals for a World Cup squad berth play so poorly for Scotland i…
Online Editors
22 Aug, 15:27
'Sometimes the team doesn't allow you put the batter on the fish... you have got to play a different way, got to grill the fish'
England struggled for linebreaks last weekend in Cardiff, a situation that has convinced him that this Saturday against Ireland is…
England make 11 changes to their team to face Ireland
Fresh from their back-to-back meetings with Wales, England are now ramping their World Cup preparations up with a number of change…
Online Editors
22 Aug, 12:04
James Haskell confirms he is set for an incredible sports career change
In a shock move, former England international James Haskell, who retired from rugby earlier this year, has announced he is to comp…
Ireland make 12 changes to their team to face England
Following a scratchy performance against Italy, Joe Schmidt has changed 12 of his starting Ireland side to face England and includ…
Liam Heagney
22 Aug, 10:25
Eddie Jones and England accused of moaning after World Rugby law amendment
England's complaints about Wales' try last Saturday have resulted in a World Rugby law amendment, but Eddie Jones and co have now …
Josh Raisey
22 Aug, 10:03
Carbery injury leaves fans worried as Ireland's fringe out-halves have six caps between them
Joey Carbery's injury has exposed the lack of experience at out-half in the Ireland squad beneath Johnny Sexton and fans are split…
Three rare clashes to sink your teeth into at the Rugby World Cup
A few eagle-eyed fans would have noticed that we’re set for some rare match-ups during the upcoming World Cup – including some…
Tom Vinicombe
22 Aug, 5:44
Michael Cheika is set to name his Wallabies squad in less than 24 hours... So who are going to be the lucky 31?
With less than 24 hours until the Wallabies selectors unveil their 31-man World Cup Squad, resident Australian writer Nick Turnbul…
Nick Turnbull
22 Aug, 4:15
World Rugby announce immediate law change due to Wales vs England match
World Rugby have made an immediate change to the laws of the game after what happened during the lead-up to Wales' try in their wi…
Online Editors
22 Aug, 1:39
Four Super Rugby players jump on board for All Blacks Sevens campaign
The All Blacks Sevens’ quest for Olympic gold in Tokyo next year has been given a major boost, with four Super Rugby players set…
Online Editors
21 Aug, 22:49
Manu Tuilagi's shocking revelation about how he hid the groin injury that almost ended his career
Manu Tuilagi thought he was invincible but playing through the pain barrier in 2014 with a secret injury ended disastrously, leavi…
Online Editors
21 Aug, 21:01
France will appeal Paul Gabrillagues' six-week ban
Believing the six-week suspension handed down to lock Paul Gabrillagues to be too severe, France are to appeal the ban in the hope…
Liam Heagney
21 Aug, 20:48
Pacific Islands profit share idea proves popular on social media
Dan Leo has got a bold plan to help Pacific Island Test-playing nations earn money from November tours to Europe and his idea has …
Josh Raisey
21 Aug, 18:13
'It was actually going to be 15 changes... but Stuart Hogg was very keen to play'
Last Saturday in Nice was a narrowing night for Scotland and their starting team to face France in next weekend's rematch shows ju…
Online Editors
21 Aug, 18:02
Player welfare protocol means Lewis Ludlam can't play for England this Saturday
Lewis Ludlam set pulses racing with his Test level breakthrough on consecutive weekends against Wales, but contractual protocol me…
Liam Heagney
21 Aug, 15:30
Leinster's Ross Byrne in line for first Test start as Ireland set to make multiple changes for Twickenham
Amid doubts about the availability of Joey Carbery for the start of Ireland's World Cup, Joe Schmidt is set to give a first Test s…
Liam Heagney
21 Aug, 13:57
World Rugby renames its World Cups to help tackle gender bias in sport
Aware that gender bias exists in sport, World Rugby has decided to take a pioneering stand by dropping the gender name from their …
Online Editors
21 Aug, 12:38
Could Dan Leo's European lobbying be about to pay off for the Pacific Islands Test nations?
Funding is a constant source of concern for the Pacific Islands Test-playing nations, but Dan Leo is hopeful a transformative Nove…
Online Editors
21 Aug, 12:10
Scotland make 14 changes for their rematch with France
Wounded by their opening night hammering in Nice last Saturday, Gregor Townsend has taken action by ringing wholesale changes for …
Online Editors
21 Aug, 11:12
Praise heaped on Sergio Parisse for rare RWC milestone
Having appeared at his first RWC finals as an 18-year-old in 2003, Italy's Sergio Parisse is set to join an exclusive club of two …
Josh Raisey
21 Aug, 10:52
Ex-France international stunned at Gabrillagues' lengthy ban compared to All Black Barrett's punishment
Fresh from seeing All Black Scott Barrett's three-week ban, one ex-French international is angry his compatriot Paul Gabrillagues …
Fit-again Mako Vunipola thanks the poor lady who wheeled the 122kg prop through LA airport in June
Making his way back into the England selection frame hasn't been easy for Mako Vunipola, but he can look back now on the hardship …
Online Editors
21 Aug, 7:14
How there could be a new No. 1 ranked nation in the world after this weekend
Wales' brief spell as the world's top-ranked side could end if results don't fall their way this weekend.
Online Editors
21 Aug, 5:36
Analysis: Breaking the Welsh defence of mastermind coach Shaun Edwards
The Welsh only scored 10 tries during the Six Nations, yet still emerged Grand Slam winners on the back of their defence.
Conor Wilson
21 Aug, 3:31
Will Skelton not critical to Wallabies' World Cup hopes
Kurtley Beale is relaxed about the outcome of 11th-hour talks to squeeze Will Skelton into the Wallabies' Rugby World Cup squad, b…
Online Editors
21 Aug, 2:10
Wallabies must persist with James O'Connor at 13
Former Wallaby Rod Kafer has urged Australian selectors to learn from the All Blacks and stick with a ball-playing outside centre …
Online Editors
21 Aug, 0:17
England camp respond to Kearnan Myall's 'dread' claim
Mental health in rugby is a hot topic this week following Kearnan Myall's newspaper revelations, but England have issued a stateme…
Online Editors
20 Aug, 21:01
Injured Carbery given no assurance he will definitely make Ireland's RWC
Injured against Italy and enduring a six-week lay-off, Joey Carbery is in a race to make RWC and he has been given no guarantees h…
Online Editors
20 Aug, 19:25
Uncapped McConnochie already ruled out of England's third warm-up
Having failed to make his debut despite selection for England's last two matches, uncapped Ruaridh McConnochie isn't in the shake-…
Online Editors
20 Aug, 17:33
Six-week ban puts Paul Gabrillagues' World Cup with France in jeopardy
Paul Gabrillagues' World Cup hopes have been plunged into disarray after a World Rugby disciplinary hearing banned him from playin…
Online Editors
20 Aug, 16:49
'We should have poked, prodded and fired up the boys more than we did'
Scotland arrived in Nice thinking it would be alright on the night, but they were sorely mistaken and defence coach Matt Taylor is…
Online Editors
20 Aug, 15:50
France make four changes for Scotland rematch
Such is the confidence suddenly coursing through France following last weekend's opening win in Nice, Jacques Brunel has announced…
Liam Heagney
20 Aug, 14:01
Coetzee's terrible luck lamented by Springboks and Ulster fans
Just when it seemed everything was falling in Marcell Coetzee's favour following some injury-hit seasons, he now finds himself bac…
Josh Raisey
20 Aug, 12:35
Not all Australian fans are warm to Cheika's idea of Will Skelton returning
Michael Cheika's suggestion that Will Skelton could somehow be an 11th-hour inclusion in Australia's squad for the World Cup has n…
Josh Raisey
20 Aug, 10:55
Saracens in the dark about Michael Cheika's latest play for Will Skelton
With the clock counting down to the Wallabies' World Cup squad announcement, Michael Cheika mentioned Will Skelton could be a cont…
Chris Jones
20 Aug, 10:04
'Several England players I know dread training camp': Premiership star saved from suicide opens up on mental health struggles
Veteran Premiership lock Kearnan Myall has revealed how he nearly resorted to suicide as he battled to cope with the mental pressu…
Online Editors
20 Aug, 6:42
Bill Ellis Podcast - Episode 4 - Selection headaches galore in All Blacks' RWC squad
McOnie, Mils, & Bates cover off another important week for New Zealand rugby. From the All Blacks' vanquishing of the Australian W…
Eddie Jones: 'That's why we've gone to having a more X-factor type fullback'
Eddie Jones believes test rugby has evolved into a hybrid of the NFL and football in the past 12 months, a trend he believes will …
Online Editors
20 Aug, 3:41
Elton Jantjies sings Rassie Erasmus' praises
Flyhalf Elton Jantjies praised the plans of coach Rassie Erasmus and said South Africa have developed the right systems to be succ…
Online Editors
19 Aug, 21:14
Two major casualties as Los Pumas confirm 31-man RWC squad
Head coach Mario Ledesma has named his 31-man Los Pumas Rugby World Cup squad - excluding high profile Argentinian internationals.…
Ian Cameron
19 Aug, 16:58
Marcell Coetzee ruled out of Rugby World Cup and facing surgery
Springboks management have confirmed that Marcell Coetzee will not take part in the Rugby World Cup.
Online Editors
19 Aug, 16:14
Dyantyi is a risk worth taking for some - despite Erasmus revelation
After South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed that it was unlikely that Aphiwe Dyantyi will make the World Cup this year b…
Josh Raisey
19 Aug, 13:47
Pacific Island players reaching 'boiling point' over Northern blockade
Seilala Mapusua, the former London Irish and Samoa centre, has warned World Rugby that frustration over the constant loss of talen…
Josh Ioane in contention for All Blacks re-call following Richie Mo'unga injury
Discarded All Blacks playmaker Josh Ioane could be in line to return to the national side following an injury to Richie Mo'unga.
Online Editors
19 Aug, 3:47
The winners and losers from the All Blacks' win over the Wallabies
The winners and losers from the All Blacks' 36-0 romp over the Wallabies in the Bledisloe Cup decider at Eden Park on Saturday.
Online Editors
19 Aug, 1:01
Lock and loose forward combo still the biggest conundrum for All Blacks
There are maybe two or three undecided spots in the World Cup squad that still need to be debated - and a lot of talk will centre …
Tom Vinicombe
18 Aug, 22:55
Eddie Jones: 'Maybe the yellow card should have gone to the referee'
England Rugby head coach Eddie Jones believes Pascal Gauzere should be shown a yellow card for allowing George North’s try in En…
Online Editors
18 Aug, 20:59
French lock cited but hearing listed as three weeks after the Rugby World Cup
Paul Gabrillagues has been cited following Les Bleus resounding victory over Scotland last night in Nice.
Ian Cameron
18 Aug, 19:48
Four players released as Springboks confirm 36-man training squad
The Springbok training squad of 36 players assembled in Bloemfontein on Sunday for a four-day Rugby World Cup camp in Bloemfontein…
Online Editors
18 Aug, 18:10
The Gorseinon boy who smashed Itoje and made a Welsh legend choke on his words
English players aren’t known for winning the popularity stakes within the pulsating, partisan tiers of the Principality Stadium.
Owain Jones
18 Aug, 14:32
Woodward: Eddie should have played George Ford at scrumhalf
Former World Cup-winning head coach Sir Clive Woodward has criticised Eddie Jones for an apparent refusal to experiment in England…
Ian Cameron
18 Aug, 13:20
Gregor Townsend: 'We have to be much, much better'
Gregor Townsend admits Scotland have work to do to get their World Cup preparations back on track after being dismantled by France…
Online Editors
18 Aug, 9:44
Scotland player ratings vs France
Scotland were swept aside 32-3 by France in their World Cup warm-up clash in Nice.
Online Editors
18 Aug, 8:11
Michael Cheika's 11th hour bid for Will Skelton
Wallabies' coach Michael Cheika will ask one last time about giant lock Will Skelton before the selectors choose Australia's Rugby…
Online Editors
18 Aug, 7:34
David Pocock's impending return set to shake up Wallabies loose forwards
Michael Hooper will embrace the return of David Pocock but says it's unclear exactly how the Wallabies' loose forwards will line u…
Online Editors
18 Aug, 4:00
Record number of test matches on the agenda for Australia in 2020
Wallaroos coach Dwayne Nestor has finally got his wish and believes a beefed-up schedule next year can boost their fortunes after …
Online Editors
18 Aug, 3:43
Steve Hansen leaves excellent Bledisloe legacy
Keeping the Bledisloe Cup under lock and key for his entire tenure with the All Blacks will be one of Steve Hansen's most gratifyi…
Online Editors
18 Aug, 3:37
France thump Scotland in Nice
France humbled Scotland in the first of their Rugby World Cup warm-ups in Nice tonight.
Ian Cameron
17 Aug, 22:02
'There's certainly things we can build on moving forward that we didn't have in '18'
Michael Cheika says he must shake off bitter Bledisloe Cup disappointment and set about finalising a Rugby World Cup squad on the …
Online Editors
17 Aug, 21:57
Hansen proud of All Blacks' bounce-back
Steve Hansen said the Wallabies "weren't in the same place" as a week earlier which played a role in New Zealand's commanding 36-0…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 21:47
Italy demolish Russia in World Cup warm-up
Italy racked up the second-highest points tally in their history as they stormed to an 85-15 World Cup warm-up victory over Russia…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 21:34
Springboks DoR confirms at least one of his 31-man RWC squad
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus confirmed at least one of his 31-man Rugby World Cup squad following a 24-18 victory over Arg…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 19:38
Nkosi double helps South Africa see off Argentina
South Africa winger S’busiso Nkosi scored two tries as the Springboks edged Argentina 24-18 at Loftus Versfeld.
Online Editors
17 Aug, 18:02
Moriarty: We dominated England physically
Wales physically dominated England in Saturday’s World Cup warm-up victory, says back-row Ross Moriarty.
Jamie Lyall
17 Aug, 17:55
Wales on top of the world after beating England
Wales went top of rugby union’s world rankings for the first time after beating England 13-6 in Cardiff.
Online Editors
17 Aug, 16:42
England player ratings vs Wales
Player ratings for the England 23 in their 13-6 loss to Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, as the hosts bounced back fr…
Wales player ratings vs England
Wales and England played out a weird game of rugby that never really took off as a spectacle, despite moments of brilliance on bot…
Ian Cameron
17 Aug, 15:29
Recap: South Africa v Argentina LIVE | Rugby Championship
Follow all the action from the World Cup warm-up match on the RugbyPass live blog as South Africa host Argentina at Loftus Versfel…
Australia player ratings v New Zealand
The Wallabies had one hand on the Bledisloe Cup heading into tonight's match, but they quickly learned that the All Blacks weren't…
Tom Vinicombe
17 Aug, 12:31
Late switch for England as McConnochie withdrawn from team
Bath's Ruaridh McConnochie has been struck down by injury yet again, the uncapped winger being forced to miss his second England-W…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 12:24
Recap: Wales v England LIVE | Summer Series
Follow all the action from the World Cup warm-up match on the RugbyPass live blog as Wales host England at the Principality Stadiu…
All Blacks player ratings vs Wallabies
Here's how the All Blacks rated in their stunning 36-0 thrashing of the Wallabies in the Bledisloe Cup decider at Eden Park.
All Blacks comfortably retain the Bledisloe but suffer another RWC injury scare
The All Blacks made light work of Australia in their Eden Park rematch but their revenge wasn't completely free of anxiety as they…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 9:47
'A rugby player's got to play rugby. There's a risk involved'
Eddie Jones accepts the hazards involved in playing four warm-up Tests as the necessary cost of properly preparing England for the…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 8:24
'We are actually beyond that desired number' - Springboks quota system four years ahead of schedule
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has been lauded for his work overseeing the transformation on South African rugby after clinching t…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 6:36
Recap: New Zealand v Australia LIVE | Bledisloe Cup II
Follow all the action from the Bledisloe Cup match live on RugbyPass as New Zealand host Australia at Eden Park in Auckland.
England can make big statement in Cardiff - Andy Goode
All the expectation is on Wales in front of their own fans at the Principality Stadium today and England have the chance to make a…
'We've been solely focused on what's in front of us' - Wallabies quietly eyeing Bledisloe return
The Wallabies have adopted a deliberate low-key approach to ending their Bledisloe Cup heartache, ignoring the wall of history in …
Online Editors
17 Aug, 2:33
Why the Wallabies will beat the All Blacks at Eden Park (and why they probably won't)
Five reasons why the Wallabies will beat the All Blacks to win back the Bledisloe Cup in Auckland on Saturday - and why they proba…
Online Editors
17 Aug, 1:40
Sinckler: 'You think Eddie's a tough customer... my mum put me in my place!'
Thankful that rugby at Battersea Ironsides kept him on the straight and narrow growing up, Kyle Sinckler claims his mother is a to…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 21:00
'I thought he sent a flare up in Argentina to say he had arrived'
It was June 2018 when Alun Wyn Jones believed James Davies has truly arrived on the Test rugby scene... now he has a chance to imp…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 17:17
'It's tough but it's just the way it is...' - Stuart McInally on Scotland's RWC selection tension
Gregor Townsend's training squad has gone from 44 to 40 so far and nine more players must be cut before the head to Japan, a situa…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 16:46
George Ford on the key difference between the RWC squads of Lancaster's failures and Jones' hopefuls
With the start of England's 2019 World Cup campaign now just weeks away, George Ford explains the one key difference between now a…
Chris Jones
16 Aug, 16:03
Mako Vunipola's return date set, but England sweat on McConnochie
Mako Vunipola's fitness has been a hot topic since he was injured in the Champions Cup final, but he has now been set a Test retur…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 13:39
Heated debate over who should be Australia's No9 for World Cup
Nic White was only expected to provide cover behind Will Genia at RWC 2019, but his form in recent weeks has left that pecking ord…
Josh Raisey
16 Aug, 13:15
France great believes Les Bleus can 'dominate the world'
Jacques Brunel named a strong France team to face Scotland on Saturday night in Nice, and Biarritz and France great Serge Betsen h…
Back row injury crisis is 'great' World Cup preparation for England
England's bench plan for Saturday's World Cup warm-up looks strange on paper, but they believe their lack of back row cover is the…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 8:40
Former Wallaby says Steve Hansen has 'lost confidence' in team
A former Wallaby has stoked the fires of trans-Tasman rivalry on the eve of Bledisloe II, firing a number of shots at the 'sad dec…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 2:56
All Blacks' young backs under the microscope
With turbulent off-field episodes behind them, Richie Mo'unga, George Bridge and Sevu Reece are set to be the spark plugs of a fal…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 2:29
Pumas chop and change for last proper hit-out before World Cup
Argentina have made 11 changes to their starting lineup for their match with South Africa in Pretoria this weekend.
Tom Vinicombe
16 Aug, 0:28
Liam Squire still in contention for All Blacks World Cup squad, but only 'if he's interested'
He may not be in the current All Blacks squad, but don't rule out the prospect of seeing Liam Squire at the World Cup in Japan nex…
Online Editors
16 Aug, 0:18
Wallabies centurion slams decision to 'drop' Ben Smith from All Blacks
Wallabies living legend David Campese believes head coach Steve Hansen's decision to move All Blacks veteran Ben Smith fullback co…
Online Editors
15 Aug, 22:26
Gatland: I got Sinckler comments wrong
Warren Gatland opened a war of words when he labelled Kyle Sinckler a timebomb last February, a pre-match comment he now regrets a…
Online Editors
15 Aug, 21:04
World Cup may be drawing close, but Wallabies' eyes are on the Bledisloe right now
Michael Cheika doesn't want his Wallabies players weighed down by World Cup thoughts when they hunt another treasured piece of sil…
Online Editors
15 Aug, 21:02
Welcome back Duncan Taylor, a creature so rare that fans must be wondering if he exists at all
Not since 2017 has Duncan Taylor worn a Scotland jersey, so watching him walk out in France next Saturday night will be like seein…
Jamie Lyall
15 Aug, 19:19
Ranking those next in line to the Wales No10 throne
Gareth Anscombe's cruel injury has sparked a huge debate about what to do with the Wales No10 shirt with the clock ticking towards…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
15 Aug, 16:30
The Ireland omission that has left many fans dumbfounded
Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has trimmed down his squad ahead of their warm-weather training camp in Portugal, culling three pla…
Josh Raisey
15 Aug, 16:08
The depressing stat that shows how strong Fiji could be
France have named their side to face Scotland in Nice on Saturday night, with the Fiji born Clermont Auvergne winger Alivereti Rak…
Josh Raisey
15 Aug, 15:46
Does Johnny Sexton still have what it takes for Ireland at the World Cup?
The opening Rugby Pod episode of the season primarily focused around the World Cup warm-up matches. A hot topic of debate centred …
Gatland details the extent of Anscombe's brutal injury - piles pressure on his own players
Wales look to bounce back following Twickenham defeat against England.
Online Editors
15 Aug, 14:31
Blow for France as Geoffrey Doumayrou ruled out of RWC
France's preparations for their opening warm-up match ahead of the World Cup have suffered a massive blow as Geoffrey-Doumayrou ha…
Online Editors
15 Aug, 12:30
England name team to face Wales
England Rugby head coach Eddie Jones has named his team to play Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.
Online Editors
15 Aug, 12:00
Wales make three changes to team to face England
Beaten last Sunday at Twickenham, Warren Gatland has changed three of his XV for Wales' rematch this Saturday against England in C…
Online Editors
15 Aug, 10:07
Two new caps in France team to face Scotland
Preparing for the World Cup after a disappointing Six Nations, France boss Jacques Brunel has rung the changes for their first war…
Liam Heagney
15 Aug, 9:29
Pocock 'agonisingly' close as Cheika locks in concrete return match
Champion flanker David Pocock came agonisingly close to a Bledisloe Cup call-up before Wallabies coach Michael Cheika stepped in.
Online Editors
15 Aug, 7:59
Six months after demanding it open, Eddie Jones now wants the Principality roof closed
Eddie Jones caused uproar last February when he refused to grant Wales permission to close the Principality Stadium roof, but the …
Liam Heagney
15 Aug, 7:48
All Blacks selections opens the door for jilted trio - but it could be the end of the road for some newcomers
Instead of the battle-hardened Rieko Ioane and Ben Smith taking the field on Saturday night, newbies Sevu Reece and George Bridge …
Tom Vinicombe
15 Aug, 4:52
Michael Cheika not going to make same mistake as in 2015, names almost unchanged side for Bledisloe decider
The Wallabies have kept their winning Bledisloe Cup line-up apart from one injury-forced change with lock Adam Coleman replacing R…
Online Editors
15 Aug, 4:27
Wallaroos inject some pace into team for Black Ferns rematch
The Wallaroos hope two personnel changes can help close the gap on the Black Ferns in the second women's rugby Test in Auckland on…
Online Editors
15 Aug, 2:22
Black Ferns keep to the status quo in quest for back-to-back wins
The Black Ferns are taking no chances in their bid to sweep the Wallaroos, naming an unchanged starting team for the return women'…
Online Editors
14 Aug, 22:15
Expect just two scrum-halves to make Joe Schmidt's final Ireland 31 for RWC
Having excluded two players last week and another three on Wednesday, Joe Schmidt has reduced his squad to 40 but another nine mus…
Liam Heagney
14 Aug, 18:49
'What you're seeing now are players doing incredibly well on the sevens series and then getting picked up by 15s'
Fiji blazed the trail but with England's Ruaridh McConnochie the latest in a long list of players successfully using sevens toward…
Chris Jones
14 Aug, 18:04
Hansen drops big names as All Blacks name team to face Australia
Records tumbled in Perth last Saturday when the All Blacks were humbled by Australia, a defeat that has prompted Steve Hansen to s…
Online Editors
14 Aug, 17:52
The Rugby Pod give a brutally honest reaction to the England World Cup squad
The Rugby Pod give an extremely honest reaction to the announcement of England's 31-man World Cup squad. Andy Goode and Jim Hamilt…
Rugby world rallies behind Anscombe on social media
Rugby's cruelty was revealed on Monday when injury ruled Gareth Anscombe out of the World Cup, but the game has since shown its se…
Josh Raisey
14 Aug, 14:09
Three more cut as Ireland name squad for warm-weather camp in Portugal
Ireland are heading to Portugal for a warm-weather camp having issued an update on Joey Carbery's injury and cut more players from…
Liam Heagney
14 Aug, 13:03
Springboks name team to face Argentina
Fresh from clinching their first Rugby Championship title win since 2009, Rassie Erasmus has rung the changes as South Africa prep…
Online Editors
14 Aug, 12:50
Scotland name team to face France
Gregor Townsend has named his Scotland team to face France in the first of their World Cup warm-up matches next Saturday in France…
Online Editors
14 Aug, 11:20
Springboks lose attack coach ahead of the Rugby World Cup
The Springboks have lost their attack coach for the upcoming Rugby World Cup, as Swys de Bruin has left the side for "personal and…
Last chance saloon for some All Blacks as Bledisloe Cup goes on the line in Auckland
If Steve Hansen wants to lead the All Blacks to a 17th successive Bledisloe Cup crown, could these be the changes he needs to make…
Sonny Bill Williams reminds All Blacks teammates to 'just have fun' ahead of Bledisloe bout
It may sound like a strange message for the All Blacks as they prepare for their Bledisloe Cup decider against the Wallabies, but …
Online Editors
14 Aug, 4:57
Former Wallabies captain's Bledisloe Cup message to Michael Cheika
If the Wallabies are to retain the Bledisloe Cup for the first time since 2002, then Michael Cheika will have to refrain from maki…
Online Editors
14 Aug, 4:08
Trial date set for Amanaki Mafi's assault case
Former Melbourne Rebels star Amanaki Mafi, who is accused of beating Lopeti Timani in Dunedin last July, has a trial date set.
Online Editors
14 Aug, 0:27
England's experience leap from 2015 to 2019 is evident in caps total
After a tough tournament in 2015, England are returning to the World Cup with a much more experienced squad... just look at the nu…
'You go through seven stages of depression, you think the worst straight away'
After injuring his ankle in training, Scotland's Sam Johnson claims he went through seven stages of depression before he realised …
Online Editors
13 Aug, 17:05
Balance is a concern but England squad has enough quality to win World Cup - Andy Goode
Travelling to the World Cup with just two specialist tightheads and two specialist scrum halves is a major risk but Eddie Jones is…
Rory Best's reason for not singing the Ireland national anthem isn't what you would expect
Rory Best has played 117 times for Ireland but no amount of criticism on social media will get him to sing the national anthem bef…
Liam Heagney
13 Aug, 15:45
It's all change bar one as O'Shea's Italy take on Russia
Beaten by Ireland in Dublin in their opening warm-up match for the World Cup, Conor O'Shea has changed 14 of his team for Italy's …
Liam Heagney
13 Aug, 15:09
Beale issues warning to rivals about new edge to Australia's attack
Few gave Michael Cheika hope of turning things around with the Wallabies, but the installation of assistant Shaun Berne has added …
Online Editors
13 Aug, 12:56
Springboks call up five players, including uncapped provincial hooker Ntubeni
Fresh from clinching the Rugby Championship with a win in Salta, Rassie Erasmus has added five players to his squad for the friend…
Online Editors
13 Aug, 10:23
Why the return of James O'Connor could help clinch the Bledisloe Cup for the Wallabies
If the All Blacks want to retain the Bledisloe Cup for a 17th straight year, the new-look Wallabies midfield - starring a reformed…
Bledisloe Cup II: The match that Australia need the Wallabies to win
This match, this much-needed win, is about the people of Australia just as much as it is about Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika…
Nick Turnbull
13 Aug, 3:20
Fans fuming after Gareth Ansombe injury - 'exactly why we don't play these meaningless games'
After Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe was ruled out of the World Cup today after suffering an ACL injury against England on Sunday,…
Bill Ellis Podcast - Episode 3 - All Blacks must bring physicality in Bledisloe decider
Was Scott Barrett's red card justified? Who will play where this weekend at Eden Park? Is Ben Smith cooked? Join McOnie, Mils, & S…
Folau trial not expected to play out during RWC
Israel Folau and Rugby Australia could face a February trial if they fail to resolve a multimillion dollar unfair dismissal case b…
Online Editors
13 Aug, 2:58
Scott Barrett's World Cup hopes still alive following judicial hearing
Scott Barrett has been handed a reprieve by the SANZAAR judicial committee after being given a ban of just three weeks for his red…
Online Editors
12 Aug, 23:36
'We're kind of getting bored of having no games at the weekend and training incredibly hard'
Scotland are finally primed to commence their series of World Cup warm-up matches, a schedule Stuart Hogg can't wait to get stuck …
Online Editors
12 Aug, 18:21
Injuries, fringe shows and momentum shifts... the verdict on Europe's RWC warm-up weekend No1
The countdown in Europe to the Rugby World Cup got underway in earnest in Dublin and London at the weekend with a few noticeable t…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
12 Aug, 16:57
All Blacks fans call for Barrett to return to fly-half
With New Zealand winless since a scrappy opening round Rugby Championship win over Argentina, Steve Hansen's experiment of selecti…
Josh Raisey
12 Aug, 14:07
The five biggest snubs from Eddie Jones' 31-man England World Cup squad
With the England Rugby World Cup squad now named for next month's tournament, RugbyPass takes a look at the biggest snubs in Eddie…
England name official 31-man Rugby World Cup squad
Eddie Jones has named England's official 31-man Rugby World Squad that will contest the sport's flagship tournament in Japan.
Liam Heagney
12 Aug, 12:00
'To be part of the World Cup squad would be something so special'
Jonathan Joseph wasn't expecting to feature against Wales but injury opened the door for him to play on Sunday and bolster his hop…
Championship-winning South Africa prepare to up the ante
Fresh from winning their first Rugby Championship title since 2009, the Springboks have returned home from Argentina and are prepa…
Online Editors
12 Aug, 10:54
'The worst trap you can fall into is trying to second-guess what Eddie Jones is thinking'
Winger Jonny May slept soundly last night ahead of England's RWC squad announcement as he learned a long time ago that untangling …
Online Editors
12 Aug, 9:11
Overrated unbeaten runs, different agendas and anxious waits... the fall-out from England vs Wales
Twickenham on Sunday provided a compelling pre-World Cup ding-dong between two sides who daren’t fail, for risk of acute Japanes…
Not since 1983 had a 32-year-old made an England debut, but old stager Willi Heinz revelled in his first run
No one would have put money on at the start of the year that Willi Heinz would be in the England World Cup shake-up, but the 32-ye…
Joey Carbery sidelined for six weeks
A source close to the Irish camp has confirmed exclusively to RugbyPass that Joey Carbery's ankle injury will rule him out for six…
Online Editors
12 Aug, 7:36
The incredibly dangerous tactic the Wallabies got away with in win over All Blacks
The All Blacks weren't able to slow the Wallabies' quick recycled ball down during their 47-26 defeat in Perth, but a review of th…
Online Editors
12 Aug, 3:59
The Tongan Thor re-commits to Rugby Australia on a long-term deal
Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou has put pen to paper on a new four-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Queensland Rugby Union.
Online Editors
12 Aug, 0:14
'Ridiculous': Eddie Jones backs Scott Barrett as Welsh duo escape punishment for similar tackles
Eddie Jones has labelled the decision to send Scott Barrett off for what was deemed to be a dangerous tackle during the All Blacks…
Online Editors
11 Aug, 22:44
'Moving across the scrum is like writing with your bad hand'
The Leinster star is bidding to get into Ireland’s 31-man squad for Japan.
Online Editors
11 Aug, 17:38
Luke Cowan Dickie: 'I always look for the overthrows'
Exeter Chiefs hooker Luke Cowan Dickie made his first start for England in the first of the double header matches against Wales as…
England warm up for World Cup with convincing victory over Wales
England Rugby's World Cup preparations began with a comprehensive 33-19 victory at Twickenham that ended Wales’ 14-Test winning …
Online Editors
11 Aug, 16:35
Wales Player Ratings vs England
With the official World Number One spot up for grabs, this was always going to be more than a warm-up match for both Wales and Eng…
Ian Cameron
11 Aug, 16:23
England Player Ratings vs Wales
England player ratings from their 33-19 victory over Wales at Twickenham on Sunday afternoon. Eddie Jones will be pleased with wha…
Recap: England vs Wales LIVE | Summer Series
Follow all the action from the Quilter Internationals live on RugbyPass as England host Wales at Twickenham.
'I can't say I am an established member of the Wales team yet'
Josh Adams has taken Test rugby by storm in the last 12 months – but he says there are “loads of places” for improvement.
Online Editors
11 Aug, 9:39
Six areas to watch for England against Wales ahead of RWC squad being named
There is plenty to watch out for as England host Wales at Twickenham on Sunday, one day ahead of Eddie Jones naming his Rugby Worl…
Japan set standard in Pacific Nations Cup, Fiji and Samoa underperform
Rugby World Cup hosts Japan have signalled their readiness to threaten top-tier nations again at this year's global showpiece, cli…
Online Editors
11 Aug, 4:05
Black Ferns maintain unbeaten run against Wallaroos
Wallaroos coach Dwayne Nestor says his team were bullied as the Black Ferns dished up a 47-10 win in Perth to continue their rugb…
Online Editors
10 Aug, 23:15
What England and Wales want from game one in Twickenham
World Cup warm-up games are funny beasts.
It’s not just that they are friendlies because, technically, so are the summer tou…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
10 Aug, 19:36
Ireland player ratings vs Italy
Ireland overcame Italy in a scrappy affair in Dublin, giving Joe Schmidt food for thought as he prepares to make the final cut to …
Online Editors
10 Aug, 18:19
Carbery ankle injury scare overshadows Ireland World Cup warm-up win
Joey Carbery suffered an ankle injury scare as Ireland eased past Italy 29-10 in their first World Cup warm-up match in Dublin.
Online Editors
10 Aug, 16:06
'There's no fracture' - Schmidt issues positive update on Carbery
Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt gave a positive update on Joey Carbery's injury which he predicts 'will be fine'.
Ian Cameron
10 Aug, 15:59
Number one spot waiting for Wales
New Zelaand’s heavy Rugby Championship loss to Australia has opened the door for Wales.
Online Editors
10 Aug, 15:39
Ireland suffer potential high profile casuality as Carbery carted off
Ireland could have suffered the first high profile casualty of their Rugby World Cup warm-up campaign after flyhalf Joey Carbery w…
Ian Cameron
10 Aug, 14:47
England make late changes after losing two to injury
England men's head coach Eddie Jones has made changes to his team to play Wales tomorrow at Twickenham Stadium due to injuries.
Online Editors
10 Aug, 13:02
Last chance saloon for England's fringe players - Andy Goode
Despite Eddie Jones acknowledging that his mind is made up about his squad, the selection of a largely second string team for Wale…
'I lost my stepfather this year, and he lost his father, and he has been massively there for me personally'
Family values are shining through for Italy boss Conor O’Shea.
Online Editors
10 Aug, 7:46
Japan secure Pacific Nations title with win over the USA
Although it may not have been as comfortable a victory as some expected it would, Japan have underlined their credentials heading …
Mike Brown and Ben Te'o dropped for altercation at social event?
Whilst it was originally believed that Mike Brown and Ben Te'o were dropped for simply not being up to the standard required by co…
Wallaroos get advice on beating the Black Ferns from unusual source
The Wallabies aren't the obvious choice for advice on beating New Zealand but the Wallaroos say they've taken lessons from the men…
Online Editors
09 Aug, 21:22
What are Ireland looking for in their first warm-up game?
Rhiannon Garth Jones looks at the key areas that Ireland and Joe Schmidt will be focusing on as they gear up for a massively impor…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
09 Aug, 19:02
All Blacks No.1 ranking on the line once again
The All Blacks could lose their number one ranking this weekend, if results don't go their way.
Gatland names Wales team for first England double-header
Head coach Warren Gatland has named his Wales team to play England in the first of their two Rugby World Cup warm-ups against thei…
Online Editors
09 Aug, 9:30
England name team for Wales - including three potential debuts
England have named a strong line-up for their Rugby World Cup warm-up match against Wales in Twickenham this Sunday.
Online Editors
09 Aug, 9:21
Inaugural Global Rapid Rugby season set for 2020
After a successful Showcase Series, the inaugural season of Global Rapid Rugby, with a full slate of fixtures, has been set for 20…
Tonga power their way to victory over Canada to close out Pacific Nations Cup campaign
Tonga have finished their Pacific Nations Cup campaign with a 33-23 victory over Canada at Churchill Park in Lautoka, Fiji on Frid…
Christian Wade excites with outrageous touchdown in first NFL match
Christian Wade has made an emphatic start to his NFL career with an audacious 70-metre touchdown.
Elton Jantjies bucks the trend and re-signs with South Africa
Elton Jantjies’ playing future has been confirmed, with the Lions announcing he will remain with the side for the forseable futu…
Online Editors
08 Aug, 22:42
Jamie Joseph tinkers with Japan combinations for winner-takes-all clash with USA
Japan have just two scheduled fixtures left to play before the World Cup kicks off next month. As such, Jamie Joseph seems to be p…
Online Editors
08 Aug, 21:52
Fiji add firepower to their line up for Samoa clash
Harlequins new signings Vereniki Goneva and Tevita Cavubati have been drafted into the Fiji team to face Samoa in Suva on Saturday…
Chris Jones
08 Aug, 16:51
'We couldn't say anything at that point because things needed to be signed'
Ireland rugby fans will get an indication of what the future could hold for their national team against Italy in Dublin on Saturda…
Chris Jones
08 Aug, 16:05
Youthful Italy side boasts promise in RWC warm-up
Conor O'Shea has given a number of opportunities to Italy's young stars against Ireland this weekend, all of whom will have an eye…
Waist-high tackling has potential to be adopted for 2023 RWC
World Rugby have said that a host of Law changes - including waist-high tackling - could be implemented as soon as the 2023 Rugby …
Ian Cameron
08 Aug, 14:48
Ireland team to play Italy in first RWC warm-up confirmed
Ireland have named an experimental side to play Italy in their first Rugby World Cup warm-up match in the Aviva Stadium this Satur…
Online Editors
08 Aug, 11:45
Anthony Watson: Brutal text from dad helped my recovery
Watson is poised to make his Test comeback in Sunday’s World Cup warm-up against Wales.
Online Editors
08 Aug, 8:21
The Perfect 10: Trailer drops for Dan Carter film
The much-awaited trailer for the film chronicling the life and achievements of Dan Carter has finally dropped.
Online Editors
07 Aug, 21:12
Trailer for Jonah Lomu movie leaves rugby fans buzzing
A new mini-series set to air on New Zealand television this month documents the life and tragic passing of the great Jonah Lomu.
This is the probable Ireland XV to play Italy
Ireland are set to announce a highly experimental side to face Italy at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday - RugbyPass understands.
Ian Cameron
07 Aug, 14:53
How the 2000 Bledisloe Cup series was the greatest of all-time
The All Blacks have been dominant in the Bledisloe Cup in recent years, but there was a time when the Wallabies were the undispute…
Carlos Spencer to return to the field for NZ Barbarian Legends in test match warm-up
Carlos Spencer and DJ Forbes will be among a cast of Pacific Island and New Zealand rugby legends who will converge on Hamilton fo…
Online Editors
06 Aug, 20:59
The social media reaction to Ben Te'o's omission
Social Media reacts to the news that Ben Te'o won't be playing for England against Wales. England’s final squad for the World Cu…
Online Editors
06 Aug, 15:41
Schmidt leaves Ireland camp due to family bereavement
Joe Schmidt has left the Irish training camp in Carton house and has returned to New Zealand following a family bereavement accord…
Online Editors
06 Aug, 14:55
One major dilemma left for Eddie - Andy Goode
England begin their run of World Cup warm-up games this weekend but they will have no bearing on squad selection with Eddie Jones …
Four England players stood down as 33-man Wales week squad named
England men’s head coach Eddie Jones has called up 33 players to assemble today at Pennyhill Park ahead of England’s first Qui…
Online Editors
06 Aug, 12:33
Phil Davies denies it's jobs for the 'boyos' with Welsh hires
Namibia coach Phil Davies believes his decision to enlist two coaches from Welsh club rugby to help prepare the Rugby World Cup mi…
Chris Jones
06 Aug, 10:33
Reports: Tony Brown shoulder-tapped by aspiring All Blacks coaches
RugbyPass understands that former All Black Tony Brown has been approached by a number of leading candidates for the New Zealand h…
Online Editors
06 Aug, 4:59
English rugby's scrum-half problem and the hope the class of 2019 offers
English rugby has few problems producing talent, but for a number of reasons, the same can't be said at scrum-half. Can the class …
Siya Kolisi to play first game since May
Heretofore injured Springbok back row Siya Kolisi is to play his first match since a knee injury ruled him out of Rugby Championsh…
Ian Cameron
05 Aug, 16:29
Fiji to experiment on Samoa and Tonga
Defending champions Fiji will use their final Pacific Nations Cup match with Samoa to try out new combinations ahead of the Rugby …
The truth about Kieran Read: All Blacks coach's surprising World Cup claim
All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster has made a surprising claim that under-pressure captain Kieran Read is still on the comeback…
Online Editors
05 Aug, 0:40
The other Aussie team looking to overturn a truly abysmal record against New Zealand
If you thought the Wallabies do it tough against New Zealand, spare a thought for the Wallaroos.
Online Editors
04 Aug, 20:41
The end of the routing era at Twickenham
Wales have won only three Tests at Twickenham in the 24 years since professionalism, but under Warren Gatland, routs have been rep…
Owain Jones
04 Aug, 16:11
Picking an England XV to play Wales
The Rugby World Cup warm-up games give sides an opportunity to fine-tune ahead of the tournament, so what XV could England look to…
RugbyPass July Player of the Month - Herschel Jantjies
The latest RugbyPass Player of the Month award goes to a player who enjoyed a meteoric rise in international rugby over the last m…
'It will definitely be similar to a Six Nations game' - Daly expects full throttle clash between England and Wales
The two rivals play each other in a World Cup warm-up clash at Twickenham next weekend.
Online Editors
04 Aug, 0:18
Japan thrash Tonga to set up PNC decider
Japan wore black armbands in honour of coach Jamie Joseph’s late mother as they secured a win in Higashiosaka City that was as c…
Fiji dominate Canada in Suva
Fiji got their first Pacific Nations Cup win with a confident bonus-point victory over Canada in Suva.
Online Editors
03 Aug, 21:24
Podcast: McOnie, Mils, & Salizzo - Should ABs fear Wallabies ahead of opening Bledisloe test?
James McOnie is joined in conversation by 100 test All Black Mils Muliaina and celebrated senior sportscaster Ric Salizzo to tackl…
'If you start thinking not getting injured, not doing that, then that is when you tend to get injured'
It's only an August friendly next Sunday, but Elliot Daly insists England will be holding back nothing when Wales visit Twickenham…
Liam Heagney
03 Aug, 20:56
Ireland and Scotland's Japan RWC fear factor should be escalating
Forget the talk about Argentina and Fiji, Jamie Joseph's in-form and improving Japan are the real Rugby World Cup dark horse to wa…
All Blacks legend Brian Lochore dies aged 78
New Zealand Rugby is mourning the loss of one of the most respected and iconic figures of the game, former All Blacks Captain, All…
Clutch! USA snatch injury-time victory over Samoa in Pacific Nations Cup
The United States' World Cup preparation continues to build momentum after first-five AJ MacGinty slotted an injury-time penalty t…
Cokanasiga still 'bricks it' when training with England
Joe Cokanasiga admits that even after two years he still “bricks it” every time he trains with England.
Online Editors
02 Aug, 11:24
'Decline expected': Hefty financial losses as NZR releases 'state of the union' report
New Zealand Rugby has reported a multi-million dollar loss in the 2018 financial year, after its $30m profit the year before, desp…
Online Editors
02 Aug, 3:00
2018 breakthrough star Mattteo Minozzi returns for Italy's warm-up fixtures
Three uncapped players have been included in Italy's squad for their warm-up matches against Ireland and Russia, alongside 2018's …
Online Editors
02 Aug, 2:40
Samoa and Tonga had the option of playing last week's game elsewhere - but turned it down
After last weekend's match between Samoa and Tonga at Apia Park, players and fans alike were quick to take to social media to crit…
Online Editors
01 Aug, 23:13
Western Force star handed debut as Samoa overhaul side for USA clash
Manu Samoa head coach Steve Jackson has rung the changes for his side's Pacific Nations Cup clash with the United States in Suva o…
Online Editors
01 Aug, 23:01
Bristol centre Siale Piutau returns to captain Tonga
Coach Toutai Kefu has revamped his Tongan side to take on Japan in the second round of the Pacific Nations Cup, which sees the ret…
Online Editors
01 Aug, 21:38
'When the Wasps fans see him they'll say 'he's small' but so is Kolbe and Jason Robinson'
Italy fullback and new Wasps signing Matteo Minozzi will signal the end of an 11-month battle to overcome a horrific knee ligament…
Chris Jones
01 Aug, 12:11
Jamie Joseph plays around with combinations as Michael Leitch reclaims the captain's armband
Unlike the other teams in the Pacific Nations Cup, Jamie Joseph has resisted the urge to make mass changes to his side for the sec…
Online Editors
01 Aug, 5:06
Nine changes for USA side to take on Samoa
Despite dispatching Canada with relative ease last weekend, coach Gary Gold has still made nine changes to his USA side to take on…
Online Editors
01 Aug, 3:29
Semi Radradra returns for Fiji's clash with Canada
Head coach John McKee has made a number of changes to his side for this weekend's match with Canada - including the return of fan-…
Online Editors
01 Aug, 1:23
'I have been left with no choice but to commence court action'
Rugby star Israel Folau has begun legal action against his former employers Rugby Australia and the NSW Waratahs for unfair dismis…
Online Editors
31 Jul, 22:25
Rugby's tier two nations often miss the spotlight, but with RWC looming and the Pacific Nations Cup a good showcase, this combined…
How England's Class of 2015 is faring heading into RWC 2019
It's nearly four years since England spectacularly crashed out of their own home World Cup at Twickenham... RugbyPass assesses how…
Josh Raisey
31 Jul, 11:31
Exiled All Black Liam Squire named in Tasman side for first time in four years
Liam Squire is set to return to action for the first time since imposing an exile from the All Blacks on himself earlier this mont…
Online Editors
31 Jul, 1:08
Former All Black Zac Guildford joins provincial minnows in Heartland Championship
Former All Blacks wing Zac Guildford has returned to New Zealand domestic rugby, joining his fourth provincial side throughout bot…
Online Editors
30 Jul, 23:19
John Mitchell refuses to say it's all over for Danny Cipriani's World Cup hopes
Danny Cipriani's RWC selection hopes appear dead in the water, but England assistant John Mitchell hasn't confirmed this is the pr…
Liam Heagney
30 Jul, 21:00
Talisman Russell rubbishes suggestion that Scotland are a one-man team
There is a faction who believe that Scotland are a one-man operation dependant on Finn Russell to pull the strings, but the out-ha…
Online Editors
30 Jul, 15:26
England reveal how long Brad Shields will be sidelined for... and it's not encouraging
It was last Thursday when England revealed Brad Shields had picked up an injury in Treviso... assistant coach John Mitchell has no…
Liam Heagney
30 Jul, 14:39
Fans jump to Peter de Villiers' defence
Former Springboks coach Peter de Villiers' reputation has been under fire in recent times, but fans have his back after he was for…
Josh Raisey
30 Jul, 13:55
Christian Wade has taken the next key step in his rugby to NFL journey
Christian Wade never had to think much about wearing protection when he played rugby, but it is now very much part of the agenda a…
Peter de Villiers hits back: 'I don't know what people hope to achieve by spreading such lies'
Former Springboks coach Peter de Villiers has hit back after being overlooked for the Southern Kings head coach role, supposedly d…
Online Editors
30 Jul, 5:33
Brumbies sign Australian U20 superstar
The Brumbies have today announced the signing of Lachlan Lonergan, who was a key player in Australia's run to the U20 World Champi…
Online Editors
30 Jul, 2:02
Kurtley Beale bucks exodus trend to re-sign with Waratahs
The 30-year-old resisted the lure of lucrative overseas offers to re-sign with the Waratahs and is in sight of becoming their most…
Online Editors
30 Jul, 0:24
Jordie Barrett re-commits to Hurricanes and New Zealand - with a catch
Outside back Jordie Barrett has committed to the All Blacks for three more years in a win for New Zealand Rugby.
Online Editors
29 Jul, 20:59
Principality Stadium to stick with alcohol-free zone
The Principality Stadium will make their alcohol-free zone permanent following a successful two-year trial.
Online Editors
29 Jul, 16:38
'If a tier 1 team was to play that day, would the game still go on?' - Tonga stars slam World Rugby over bog-like match conditions
Tongan players have taken to social media to voice their frustration surrounding the decision to allow their Pacific Nations Cup o…
Online Editors
29 Jul, 2:17
Fan takes legal action after being struck by rugby ball during All Blacks test in Dublin
A female fan who claims was hit by a ball during the All Blacks' historic loss to Ireland in Dublin last November has taken a pers…
Online Editors
29 Jul, 0:39
'Offer on table' for Taniela Tupou
Taniela Tupou will arrive at the World Cup as the fresh face of a Wallabies forward pack feeling as if he "owes Australia somethin…
Online Editors
28 Jul, 18:34
Sunwolves could find home in new JRFU backed Japanese rugby league
JRFU vice president Katsuyuki Kiyomiya is set to shake up Japanese rugby with his proposal for a new top flight competition in 202…
McKee IDs Fiji's headline mistakes against Japan
Fiji head coach John McKee and his players return home tomorrow (Mon) determined to address the “critical mistakes” that under…
Chris Jones
28 Jul, 14:43
All Blacks lock stocks looking grim after Brodie Retallick injury
New Zealanders country-wide held their breath as Brodie Retallick was escorted from the field in Saturday’s match between the Al…
Tom Vinicombe
28 Jul, 4:59
USA record significant win over Canada to go top of the Pacific Nations Cup table
It wasn't that long ago Canada used to have the wood over the USA. There's been a huge changing of the guard in the last six years…
Online Editors
28 Jul, 2:06
New Zealand player ratings versus South Africa
It wasn't an easy day at the office for the All Blacks - especially with a number of players making their first international appe…
Springboks' RWC trajectory continues to rise ahead of Japan
Rassie Erasmus raised eyebrows with his Rugby Championship selection policy, but he now looks a vindicated man as the Springbok RW…
Japan too strong for Fiji in Pacific Nations Cup
Defending champions Fiji were favourites to successfully start the defence of their Pacific Nations Cup title, but World Cup hosts…
Online Editors
27 Jul, 9:37
Samoa take their opportunities to earn home win over Tonga in horrific conditions
Despite leading for much of the match, Tonga failed to secure Pacific Nations Cup victory away from home in awful conditions again…
Online Editors
27 Jul, 4:01
Tonight's victor could take a massive advantage into the Rugby World Cup
The All Blacks and the Springboks could play each other up to three times in 2019, with each match increasing in importance. The w…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Jul, 1:34
Nasi Manu's return to rugby will have to wait
Today was supposed to mark Nasi Manu's return to rugby after he was named to captain the ‘Ikale Tahi against Samoa, however the …
Online Editors
27 Jul, 0:13
All you need to know as beefed-up Pacific Nations Cup gets ready to kick off
With the start of the World Cup only eight weeks away, the 2019 Pacific Nations Cup is an annual tournament of even more significa…
Online Editors
26 Jul, 9:08
Michael Leitch set for first rugby match of the year
It's been over seven months since Michael Leitch last played a match of rugby. On Saturday, he'll finally suit up after spending t…
Online Editors
26 Jul, 4:37
Fiji bring back big guns with 11 changes for Japan clash
Fiji head coach John McKee has secured a wealth of experience in his match day squad for the opening round of the Pacific Nations …
Online Editors
26 Jul, 2:40
Nasi Manu to captain Tonga in first match back from cancer battle
Nasi Manu will add another chapter to his remarkable recovery from testicular cancer after being named captain of Tonga in his fir…
Online Editors
26 Jul, 0:48
Fiji could jump ahead of France in World Rankings after weekend matches
Whilst all eyes will be firmly locked on the two Rugby Championship matches that will take place on Saturday night, earlier in the…
Online Editors
25 Jul, 21:16
Seven MLR players named in USA Eagles XV to play Canada
Seven MLR players have made the starting XV of the USA Eagles team that is set to Canada in the opening round of the Pacific Natio…
Ian Cameron
25 Jul, 16:49
England fans react to the return of Alex Dombrandt
The return of Alex Dombrandt has largely been hailed by England fans on Twitter.
Josh Raisey
25 Jul, 16:08
RFU just days away from issuing edict on player eligibilty and Brexit
A no-deal Brexit could bring plenty of negative consequences for English rugby, although Premiership clubs have received welcome n…
Scotland consider scouting quick-thinking Liverpool in hope of spotting an edge they can use in rugby
Scotland assistant Mike Blair believes learning from other sports teams is really important and it is why Gregor Townsend and co a…
Online Editors
25 Jul, 9:13
Brad Shields' injury opens door for uncapped Alex Dombrandt to get England call
Alex Dombrandt featured in Eddie Jones' initial training squads before losing his place, but the uncapped back row has now earned …
Online Editors
25 Jul, 8:17
Argentina turn down international fixture in favour of warming up against Australian club side
Argentina have turned down a potentially mouth-watering encounter on September 7th to instead do battle with an Australia club sid…
Online Editors
24 Jul, 21:31
Fiji the team to beat in Pacific Nations Cup as World Cup preparations set to kick-off
While everyone is focused on the Rugby Championship, a raft of tier two nations will kick off their World Cup preparations in the …
Fiji to unleash two of its biggest guns
Fresh from sharing their two-Test series with the Maori All Blacks, Fiji coach John McKee is aiming to unleash some of his big gun…
The sorry stats which show why Sonny Bill Williams is such a broken man
Sonny Bill Williams managed to lift the Webb Ellis trophy four years ago without breaking anything, but since then he's become a o…
Online Editors
23 Jul, 2:42
Fijian village watches on as Isi Naisarani makes Wallabies debut
The small Fijian village of Naqali was jumping over the weekend with family and friends of back-rower Isi Naisarani gathering to w…
Online Editors
23 Jul, 0:22
England fans demand answers following Danny Cipriani's latest snub by Eddie Jones
Danny Cipriani's recall to the England squad was hailed following his excellent form with Gloucester but he hasn't lasted long in …
Josh Raisey
22 Jul, 15:22
Danny Cipriani apparently given no reason for exclusion from 38-strong England travelling squad
England are flying out to Italy on Monday for their pre-World Cup warm-weather camp and Eddie Jones has opted to leave Premiership…
Online Editors
22 Jul, 14:36
'There was no malice,' insists the Maori All Blacks after unusual formation for Fijian haka
An unusual formation by the Maori All Blacks for Fiji's haka sparked social media criticism, but the team's coach insists there wa…
Online Editors
22 Jul, 12:12
Trophy win allows Japan Under-20s rejoin the world's elite in 2020 age-grade championship
Japan's youngsters booked their passage back to the World Rugby Under-20 Championship on Sunday night with a narrow Trophy final w…
'It's about winning my place in the team back'
It was a horrendous 2018/19 for Taulupe Faletau as he suffered a repeat break in January of the forearm he fractured early in the …
Online Editors
22 Jul, 10:09
'I'll fight to the death for my jersey... I won't be shying away from that'
Greig Laidlaw's demotion to the bench suggested it was the beginning of the end for his Scotland career, but he is spoiling for a …
Online Editors
22 Jul, 9:10
Foden: Stateside - A RugbyPass Original documentary
In 2018 former England full-back Ben Foden shocked the rugby world when he confirmed a switch to the newly formed Rugby United New…
Jim Hamilton
21 Jul, 15:08
Just how many international standard back rows could Wales field?
Whichever way Warren Gatland looks, he has the luxury of riches at his disposal when coming up with a variety of Wales back rows c…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
21 Jul, 15:01
Analysis: England's Rugby World Cup game plan explained
If England captures their second World Cup with this strategy, it will prove that rugby can still be won playing with traditional …
Springbok depth, not starting XV, was the winner on Saturday
Rassie Erasmus tested the Springbok depth against Australia and was rewarded with a 35-17 win at Ellis Park. Who put their hands u…
Fiji draft 9 players as 27-man squad named for Pacific Nations
Rugby Head Coach John McKee has drafted in nine players for the first match of their defence of the World Rugby Pacific Nations C…
Maori All Blacks hit back in Rotorua to square series with Fiji
Fiji's World Cup preparations had a winning start last weekend when beating Maori All Blacks for the first time in 62 years, but t…
Online Editors
20 Jul, 12:20
Nine U20 Trophy standouts that should have Tier 1 clubs salivating
The World Rugby U20 Trophy may not produce the same amount of global stars as the Championship, but these nine could go very far a…
Jordie Barrett set to make decision about Super Rugby future - report
All Blacks utility back Jordie Barrett is set to announce his playing future with regard to which Super Rugby franchise he will pl…
Online Editors
20 Jul, 0:38
IRFU reports record revenues for 2018/19... but they also issue Brexit warning
Irish rugby has reported yet another record revenue-generating year, but their latest set of accounts has come with a warning abou…
Online Editors
19 Jul, 12:48
Zac Guildford's latest setback leaves him contemplating retirement
Zac Guildford's career has lurched from one setback to another and it appears he is now considering giving up the game at the age …
Online Editors
19 Jul, 9:54
The original Damian McKenzie: Wallabies set for rollercoaster ride with return of James O'Connor
If James O'Connor can turn back the clock and give us some of his old magic, then the Wallabies are in for a ride over the next th…
Campbell Burnes
19 Jul, 1:47
Swaps all-round for Maori All Blacks
Coach Clayton McMillan has kept faith with the 23 that were comprehensively outplayed by Fiji last weekend, naming an unchanged sq…
Online Editors
18 Jul, 2:25
Japan faces eligibility and injury issues as squad named for Pacific Nations Cup
Coach Jamie Joseph has whittled down his 42-man World Cup training squad to 31 for the upcoming Pacific Nations Cup. A number of t…
Online Editors
17 Jul, 21:35
Dan Leo smashes head long into transgender athlete debate on Twitter
One of sport’s most hotly debated topics currently is transgender athletes competing in women’s sport.
This subject was brou…
Josh Raisey
17 Jul, 16:43
One World Cup team boss brands new scrum law change an 'impracticable, box-ticking exercise'
World Rugby's confirmation of a scrum law change that is operational immediately has been generally well-received, but one 2019 Wo…
Josh Raisey
17 Jul, 11:04
Billy Vunipola draws line under homophobic comment in bid not to distract World Cup preparations
Billy Vunipola received a reprimand from the Rugby Football Union over his remark in the wake of the Israel Folau controversy.
Online Editors
17 Jul, 5:29
Chiefs coach survives chopping block despite appointment of Warren Gatland
A member of Colin Cooper's backroom staff will stay onboard with the Chiefs next year, despite the imminent arrival of new head co…
Online Editors
17 Jul, 2:43
'Winning the World Cup is everything... that's all I'm thinking about right now'
Having featured in two previous World Cup without success, Tendai Mtawarira is claiming that delivering the title for South Africa…
Online Editors
16 Jul, 18:44
Wallabies fans cannot agree on James O'Connor's best position
Now officially back in the Australian mix, the next step in the James O'Connor saga has been a social media debate as to what his …
Josh Raisey
16 Jul, 16:22
England's squad have been bonding over Love Island, but the show is now taking an Irish rugby twist
Tom Curry confessed last week that the England squad were Love Island fanatics, but that interest is now set to surely increase wi…
Liam Heagney
16 Jul, 15:27
Analysis: Restart as you mean to go on - how kick-off strategies can create game-changing momentum
The days of simply "kicking and clapping" and waiting for the first lineout to launch an attack are long gone. Now you can attack …
Nick Bishop
16 Jul, 13:15
European club makes a play for under-fire Wallaby Tolu Latu
Tolu Latu's reputation suffered a blow with recent court convictions but while it may have weakened his value in the eyes of Rugby…
Online Editors
16 Jul, 11:59
SRU secures seven-figure kit deal for Scottish rugby
Rugby in Scotland has experienced significant growth in recent years and its popularity is reflected in the value of its union's l…
Online Editors
16 Jul, 11:05
Dane Coles reveals 'ruthless banter' in All Blacks camp after Beauden Barrett's Blues announcement
Dane Coles says he's "back on speaking terms" with Beauden Barrett, after the star All Black playmaker quit the Hurricanes for the…
Online Editors
16 Jul, 5:40
Rugby World Cup Depth Chart - Australia
There were a few notable omissions from Australia's first squad naming of 2019, but there's still plenty of talent at Michael Chei…
Top League's foreign first fives are killing Japanese rugby
Christian Lealiifano, Bernard Foley and Quade Cooper are all heading to the Top League next season - so what's going to happen to …
Tom Vinicombe
16 Jul, 1:45
World Rugby confirm ban on 'axial loading' and what sanctions perpetrators can expect
World Rugby has announced details of a minor amendment to the scrum law, reducing the ‘axial’ or rotational load on front row …
Online Editors
15 Jul, 18:39
Black Ferns claim Super Series title with win over England
The Black Ferns have enhanced their reputation as the world's premier women's team with a convincing win over England in the Women…
Online Editors
15 Jul, 5:24
11 new players included in Fiji squad for second Maori All Blacks clash
Fiji head coach John McKee has named his 26-member extended Flying Fijians squad for the final Pacific Series test match against t…
Online Editors
15 Jul, 3:10
Double joy for GB 7s as England secure qualification for Tokyo Olympics
England's men's and women's sides held the key to Team GB 7s qualification for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo on Sunday. Found out how…
'We will not dignify any other stories or rumours with a response' - family of James Small ask for privacy
The family of Springbok legend James Small have requested that the media respect their privacy and allow them to grieve in private…
Online Editors
14 Jul, 13:08
Fiji's win over Maori All Blacks should have Wales and Australia on high alert
On Saturday afternoon, Fiji played their first match of the year and unequivocally announced that their World Cup opposition will …
Tom Vinicombe
14 Jul, 1:23
Rugby World Cup Depth Chart - New Zealand
Despite the ever-present temptation of overseas cash, there’s still unquestionable depth within New Zealand right now.
Rugby World Cup Depth Chart - Ireland
In the latest of a Rugby World Cup series, RugbyPass looks at Ireland's depth chart ahead of the finals in Japan where Joe Schmidt…
Liam Heagney
13 Jul, 9:37
Fiji's World Cup preparation gets off to winning start after defeating Maori All Blacks for first time in 62 years
Fiji's World Cup preparations have gotten off to a winning start after overcoming the Maori All Blacks in convincing fashion with …
Suspicious circumstances ruled out as James Small's cause of death confirmed by autopsy
It was Wednesday when it was revealed that James Small, the South African World Cup winner, was dead at 50 and his family has rece…
Online Editors
12 Jul, 18:48
Why the momentum of the Jaguares has bolstered Argentina's World Cup hopes
Argentina's form towards the end of Daniel Hourcade's reign suggested RWC 2019 would be a step too far for them, but the Jaguares'…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
12 Jul, 18:29
England are on the hunt for a new under-20s coach
England reached consecutive World Cup finals at under-20s level, but their failure to come out of their pool last month in Argenti…
Online Editors
12 Jul, 18:13
Rugby World Cup Depth Chart - Wales
In the latest of a Rugby World Cup series, RugbyPass looks at the Wales depth chart ahead of the tournament in Japan later this ye…
Fit-again Will Addison is back in the Ireland shake-up
Will Addison's Test rugby introduction went well last November but it was feared back surgury has scupperd his World Cup hopes wit…
Online Editors
12 Jul, 11:05
'He's a shot to play, but we're not going to risk him'
With the All Blacks ready to fly out to Buenos Aires, Steve Hansen has provided a head-ups on his potential selection for the Rugb…
Online Editors
12 Jul, 9:21
Why not selecting Akira Ioane is a missed opportunity for the All Blacks
Akira Ioane will be an All Blacks regular one day, but it will not be under this regime, and that is a crying shame, writes Campbe…
Campbell Burnes
12 Jul, 4:37
How Beauden Barrett's new contract with the Blues could impact New Zealand rugby
Beauden Barrett’s decision to head north to the Blues will have ramifications throughout the country. Barrett's new franchise al…
Tom Vinicombe
12 Jul, 3:30
Will Genia to retire from international rugby
Wallabies veteran Will Genia has today announced he will retire from international rugby at the end of 2019.
Online Editors
12 Jul, 2:08
Bernard Foley confirms Australia exit
The Waratahs have confirmed that Bernard Foley will head overseas after the Rugby World Cup - though his destination still remains…
Online Editors
11 Jul, 22:56
Nathan Harris will have to force way back into national side from Maori All Blacks bench
Clayton McMillan has named an experienced side for the Maori All Blacks' first match against Fiji, with Fletcher Smith the only de…
Online Editors
11 Jul, 1:21
Maori All Blacks call in injury replacements
The Maori All Blacks will take on Fiji in Suva this weekend in the first of a two match series - and already they're dealing with …
Online Editors
10 Jul, 21:54
NZR chief scientist and Mike Ross explain 'axial loading' and why it's dangerous
After World Rugby announced the outlawing of axial loading in scrums yesterday, much of the rugby world have been left confused.
Josh Raisey
10 Jul, 13:15
Springbok World Cup winner James Small has passed away at the age of 50
James Small was part of the globally acclaimed Springboks squad that won the 1995 World Cup, but he has now become their fourth sq…
Online Editors
10 Jul, 13:14
Unspecified injury brings an end to Paul Willemse's World Cup hopes
Chosen as one of six standby players, Paul Willemse still held ambitions of edging his way into the France World Cup squad... but …
Online Editors
10 Jul, 12:48
Record number of people playing rugby globally - report
A record number of people are playing rugby worldwide as the sport continues to grow and prosper across the globe, according to th…
Online Editors
10 Jul, 11:55
Rugby World Cup Depth Chart - France
The latest in our series of Rugby World Cup depth charts, with attention now focused on Jacques Brunel's France squad ahead of the…
Fiji could lose Radradra and three other key players for Maori game
Head coach John McKee may be forced to leave out key backline threats including Semi Radradra and Vereniki Goneva when Fiji face t…
Chris Jones
10 Jul, 10:56
Johnny Sexton gives Ireland a World Cup injury scare
Ahead of a public training session next Friday in Galway, it has emerged that Johnny Sexton has picked up an injury that has sidel…
Online Editors
10 Jul, 10:33
Wallaroos excited for match against Japan - who haven't played a game since 2017
Japan aren't elite level opposition but they'll do just nicely for an Australian women's rugby team desperate to beef up their Tes…
Online Editors
10 Jul, 4:40
Former All Black makes international cricket debut aged 49
A 49-year-old former All Black has made his international cricket debut for Samoa at the 2019 Pacific Games, 16 years after his la…
Online Editors
10 Jul, 2:05
Steve Hansen clarifies comments on domestic violence
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has clarified his comments surrounding domestic violence after being accused of minimising the harm …
Online Editors
10 Jul, 0:49
Rugby World Cup Depth Chart - England
With his World Cup training squad now named, RugbyPass takes a look at what Eddie Jones' potential depth chart looks like at this …
Fans hail the legendary AW Jones' show of faith to Ospreys and WRU
Alun Wyn Jones' place in the pantheon of Welsh greats had already comfortably secured, but his new WRU/Ospreys deal has only enhan…
Josh Raisey
09 Jul, 14:10
World Rugby confirms four elite level anti-doping rule violations in 2018
John O'Driscoll claims rugby must always be alive to the threat of doping after World Rugby's publication of its headline figures …
Online Editors
09 Jul, 11:04
Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones finally sorts out his future
There was speculation in recent months that Alun Wyn Jones was considering his options away from Ospreys, but he has now put the i…
Online Editors
09 Jul, 9:56
'Principles such as honesty and sportspersonship are not often emphasised in elite team sports because they do not win matches'
A recent study has reaffirmed Sir Graham Henry's famous line that "better people make better All Blacks".
Online Editors
09 Jul, 5:14
Former All Black Adam Thomson set for Mitre 10 Cup return - reports
Ex-All Black Adam Thomson is reportedly set for a return to New Zealand's premier domestic competition, just under a year and a ha…
Online Editors
09 Jul, 2:49
Sam Whitelock's sabbatical ensures the fire keeps burning
If Sam Whitelock had not been granted a sabbatical clause in his NZR contract, the last we would have seen of him would have been …
Online Editors
09 Jul, 0:39
World Rugby ban potentially catastrophic practice of 'axial loading' at scrums
In London at the end of June, World Rugby held a two-day conference at the end of which they issued an immediately effective law c…
Online Editors
08 Jul, 12:10
England's back row and the light at the end of the tunnel
There have been plenty of highs and lows in the history of the England back row, although sustained success looks like it could be…
James O'Connor flown to South Africa
Former bad boy James O'Connor is flying out to link with the Wallabies squad in South Africa even before signing to return to Aust…
Online Editors
08 Jul, 8:12
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson 'optimistic' ahead of All Blacks interview
Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson is "optimistic" about his chances of being made All Blacks head coach at the end of this year…
Online Editors
08 Jul, 5:32
Cancer survivor Nasi Manu named in Tonga's 31-man Pacific Nations Cup squad
Returning cancer survivor Nasi Manu headlines Toutai Kefu's 31-man Tonga squad for the upcoming Pacific Nations Cup.
Online Editors
08 Jul, 3:55
'No doubt' Eddie Jones and England will bomb at Rugby World Cup - Exeter chairman
Exeter Chairman Tony Rowe has predicted that Eddie Jones and his England team will bomb in the Rugby World Cup.
Online Editors
07 Jul, 14:38
He's one of the most feared wingers on the planet. A six foot four, 137kg colossus that has run roughshod over countless defenders…
Online Editors
07 Jul, 11:20
Picking an Exiled Wales XV
The WRU has tightened its national team eligibility rules but that still hasn't stopped a multitude of players plying their trade …
Rhiannon Garth Jones
07 Jul, 10:22
Steve Hansen under fire for radio comments
New Zealand rugby coach Steve Hansen is under fire for attempting to justify the selection in his Rugby Championship squad of a pl…
Online Editors
07 Jul, 8:41
RugbyPass June Player of the Month - Fraser McReight
The latest RugbyPass Player of the Month award has been decided and it goes to budding star Fraser McReight for his excellent U20 …
'Every time I've been a part of a side with him, he adds something so much on and off the field'
After doing the hard yards in Australia, the Wallabies have headed overseas excited about the rugby carrots dangling before them i…
Online Editors
07 Jul, 4:29
France score shock win in San Diego Super Series
For just the second time, the French women's team managed to claim victory over the top ranked side in the world, despite having t…
Online Editors
07 Jul, 1:04
With just two professional clubs in Scotland, it is a common sight to see Scottish-eligible players playing their club rugby elsew…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
06 Jul, 12:07
'I'm not so confident about the durability - you can't say he's shown that of late'
A tight hamstring prevented Sonny BIll Williams from seeing club action this weekend and All Blacks boss Steve Hansen has spoken a…
Online Editors
06 Jul, 9:00
Eddie Jones rarely fails to deliver compelling narratives and his RWC training squad is another
With no lack of storylines in Eddie Jones' official World Cup training squad, RugbyPass takes a look at some of the more prominent…
Former Crusaders and Blues first five joins MLR side Glendale Raptors
Stephen Brett, a man once touted as Dan Carter's replacement for both the Crusaders and the All Blacks, has relocated to America a…
Online Editors
05 Jul, 3:14
SBW injured, throwing World Cup chances in doubt
Oft-injured All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams has reportedly pulled up with a tight hamstring at All Blacks training, cast…
Online Editors
05 Jul, 2:09
Women's Super Series slammed as world champion Black Ferns forced to use tents and portable toilets
A former Black Ferns star has blasted the playing conditions that her former side are enduring at a major international tournament…
Online Editors
05 Jul, 0:10
Forgotten Scotland back returns to training two years since his last cap
Scotland and Saracens centre Duncan Taylor is back in training with Scotland ahead of the World Cup in September.
Josh Raisey
04 Jul, 15:36
Eddie Jones' message for snubbed England players
England headcoach Eddie Jones has told players that have missed out on his Rugby World Cup training squad that the 'door is never …
Online Editors
04 Jul, 15:12
Jones insists England can still win the World Cup despite dumping three players with over 250 caps
Eddie Jones has shown no loyalty to three veteran England players with a multitude of caps, but it doesn't bother him as he feels …
Chris Jones
04 Jul, 13:40
England name official World Cup training squad
Eddie Jones has named a 35-strong training squad for the 2019 World Cup and many of the fans will be happy with who he has include…
Online Editors
04 Jul, 11:34
Hansen talks Sevu Reece selection: 'I think it's really important to understand that no one condones domestic violence'
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has strongly defended Sevu Reece's selection in his team's Rugby Championship squad, saying the exci…
Online Editors
04 Jul, 4:45
The Short Ball - s04e20 - Greeting the new faces of the All Blacks squad
The boys are back after a short hiatus to yarn about the Super Rugby final and whether the Jaguares have any chance against a domi…
Why players keep leaving: Blues struggling to make All Blacks - and having shorter international careers
The Blues may represent New Zealand's most populated region, but they're having considerably less success converting young players…
Tom Vinicombe
04 Jul, 1:33
Erasmus issues update on Siya Kolisi's injury and it's not good regarding the start of the Rugby Championship
Rassie Erasmus had candidly admitted on Wednesday in Pretoria that his Springboks skipper will miss the opening rounds of the Rugb…
Online Editors
03 Jul, 13:06
James O'Connor to agree extra behaviour clauses in new contract - reports
A player with a past of controversies off the rugby pitch, James O'Connor will need to agree to behaviour clauses in his new contr…
Hansen admits All Blacks' biggest weakness
It's the common denominator of the All Blacks' struggles over the last few years – the defeats to Ireland, the British and Irish…
Online Editors
03 Jul, 8:54
Damian McKenzie hopes to focus on fullback in 2020
Expected to be a key part of the All Blacks' Rugby World Cup plans, Damian McKenzie's chances were torn from his grasp early in th…
Online Editors
03 Jul, 6:04
Nathan Harris' fall from grace is as stunning as Brad Weber's rise from the ashes: how the All Blacks squad has changed in the last eight months
2019 marks the second year in a row that the All Blacks have opted for a supersized squad. How have the fortunes changed for the p…
Tom Vinicombe
03 Jul, 2:34
Uncertainty lingers as All Blacks still no closer to finding their starting No 6
There are no less than nine players selected who can suit up at loose forward in this All Blacks squad, yet we are no clearer to d…
Campbell Burnes
03 Jul, 2:12
Wallabies centurion backs James O'Connor: 'It would be a waste if he didn't get another opportunity'
A Wallabies centurion and ex-teammate of James O'Connor says it will be "a waste" if Australian rugby's former golden boy doesn't …
Online Editors
03 Jul, 1:44
Veteran Wallabies lock Rob Simmons signs contract extension with Rugby Australia
Wallabies lock Rob Simmons has extended his stay at the NSW Waratahs after signing a contract extension with Rugby Australia and N…
Online Editors
03 Jul, 0:23
All Black rejects headline 26-man Maori All Blacks squad to face Fiji
Four new caps have been named in the Maori All Blacks side to take on Fiji in a two-match series in Suva and Rotorua later this mo…
Online Editors
02 Jul, 23:56
Who makes and breaks the first Wallabies squad of the year?
Two of RugbyPass' Australian-based writers, Nick Turnbull and Ned Stevens, run through who they believe will make the cut for the …
'It's very pleasing so many of our players are with top professional clubs'
Fiji's preparations for the World Cup are underway and John McKee has saluted the calibre of player he has in his squad due to the…
Chris Jones
02 Jul, 17:52
All Blacks' exclusions spark fan debate about New Zealand's strength in depth
Twitter came alive in the wake of Steve Hansen announcing his first All Blacks squad of 2019 and the hottest topic was the list of…
Josh Raisey
02 Jul, 10:00
He's in a group with South Africa and New Zealand, so he won't be at the World Cup for long
Toulon owner has joked that the Rugby World Cup won't delay Parisse's arrival at Toulon, given Italy are in a group with South Afr…
Online Editors
02 Jul, 7:06
James O'Connor's World Cup hopes alive after signing long-term Super Rugby deal
James O'Connor is poised to make his long-awaited return to the Wallabies as it has been confirmed that he has signed a long-term …
Online Editors
02 Jul, 1:58
The Road to Japan: Predicting the first All Blacks squad of the year
With the first All Blacks squad of the year to be read out on Tuesday evening for the upcoming Rugby Championship, two months out …
'Bag of crap' - World Rugby come under fire over facilities at 'elite' womens' tournament
The third Women’s Rugby Super Series is underway in San Diego, but already a lot of criticism has been directed at World Rugby. …
Josh Raisey
01 Jul, 14:08
Slip of the tongue could prove costly for Rugby Australia
Much has been said about the ongoing dispute between Israel Folau and Rugby Australia. But just a few words uttered by the chair o…
Online Editors
01 Jul, 11:57
Springboks bring in Bull as cover for Kolisi
Springbok loose forward Marco van Staden of the Bulls was on Monday added to the Springbok training group and will join the rest o…
Online Editors
01 Jul, 8:49
Mixed news for Wallabies fans on Pocock, O'Connor and White
Time is running out for David Pocock and James O'Connor prior to the Wallabies' first Test of a World Cup year, but halfback Nic W…
Online Editors
01 Jul, 6:37
New Zealand Rugby reveal findings on Mo'unga and Bridge investigation
All Blacks Richie Mo'unga and George Bridge have been cleared of serious breaches after allegations of offensive behaviour during …
Online Editors
01 Jul, 4:47
'I was very lucky' - BBC's Sonja McLaughlan hospitalised after accident at home
The BBC's Sonja McLaughlan has been hospitalised following a fall at her home earlier this week.
Ian Cameron
30 Jun, 10:33
Pocock to be omitted from 31-man Wallabies squad - reports
David Pocock is to be omitted from 31-man Wallabies squad that will travel to South Africa for the opening game of the Rugby Champ…
Online Editors
30 Jun, 10:02
Two clear front-runners in the chase for Mark Wilson
A number of clubs have expressed interest in Mark Wilson following Newcastle Falcons' relegation, with two now establishing themse…
England secure first win of the San Diego Super Series
The Red Roses secured a bonus-point 38-5 win over USA Women in their Women’s Rugby Super Series opener in San Diego.
Online Editors
29 Jun, 0:44
Welsh fans are thrilled that Warren Gatland isn't going to England
Warren Gatland insisted some weeks ago he would never coach England, but some Welsh fans refused to believe him until his Chiefs d…
Josh Raisey
28 Jun, 16:57
Tackle height trial approval could change the game as we know it
World Rugby administrators have spent two days in London discussing various law review proposals and their decision surrounding th…
Online Editors
28 Jun, 16:08
RugbyX fills the last place of its new tournament roster by inviting the world's most loved team
Former Fiji boss Ben Ryan is a driving force of the new RugbyX concept and their October tournament received a massive fillip with…
Online Editors
28 Jun, 15:26
Eddie Jones finally gives Danny Cipriani an England look-in
There has been a huge demand to see Danny Cipriani back involved in the England set-up and Eddie Jones has finally relented, givin…
Online Editors
28 Jun, 13:13
Lions fans concerned about Gatland's new Chiefs role
Warren Gatland's decision to take up a Super Rugby role hasn't pleased British and Irish Lions fans who feel he won't be able to s…
Josh Raisey
28 Jun, 10:53
Rebels snap up Fijian replacement for Will Genia
With Will Genia set for a post-World Cup switch to Japan, the Rebels have secured the signature of a Fijian scrum-half as they pla…
England, Ireland and France battle for Tokyo Olympics Sevens spot
England, France and Ireland are amongst 12 teams that will be looking to secure a qualification spot for the Olympics in Tokyo whe…
Online Editors
28 Jun, 8:02
Call-up for potential All Blacks bolter Tom Robinson thwarted by injury
Blues flanker Tom Robinson has been denied a meteoric call-up to the All Blacks by a potentially season-ending knee injury.
Online Editors
28 Jun, 3:58
Conciliation fails - Israel Folau is heading to court
Israel Folau and Rugby Australia failed to reach an agreement in today's conciliation meeting at the Fair Work Commission in Sydne…
Online Editors
28 Jun, 3:51
NRL star Solomone Kata tipped for code switch to union
He may have just switched clubs within rugby league, but NRL star Solomone Kata is expected to soon be playing rugby union.
New Zealand Rugby confirm Warren Gatland signing for 2020
New Zealand Rugby has confirmed that Warren Gatland, current Wales and British and Irish Lions head coach, will take over the Supe…
Online Editors
27 Jun, 23:43
Black Ferns ready for World Cup rematch
Four new caps and two returning players from the 2017 World Cup winning side have been named in the Black Ferns to play Canada on …
Online Editors
27 Jun, 23:40
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