Rugby Internationals News
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The Jaguares have become Super Rugby's much-needed feel-good story
Amid negative perceptions and criticisms of Super Rugby over the past few years, the 2019 rise of the Jaguares is a welcome feel-g…
Folau wants Rugby Australia to make an 'apology'
Ex-Wallaby Israel Folau is hoping for an apology from Rugby Australia when he meets with officials from the body at the Fair Work …
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27 Jun, 11:46
Ben Ryan makes final plea to World Rugby for radical law change
World Rugby's Law Review Group has started a two-day meeting in London and Fiji's former Olympic gold medal-winning coach wants th…
Online Editors
27 Jun, 11:17
Eddie Jones lands himself a one-off, post-World Cup coaching gig
Eddie Jones won't take long getting away from the England job following the World Cup as he had agreed to take on a one-off coachi…
Online Editors
27 Jun, 9:30
Scots keep their most capped player in the game with new SRU role
It's two years since Ross Ford played his last record-setting Test for Scotland, but the SRU has ensured he won't be lost to rugby…
Online Editors
27 Jun, 8:27
Julian Savea has million euro plus Toulon salary slashed
Former All Black winger Julian Savea has agreed a pay cut in order to remain at Toulon.
Ian Cameron
26 Jun, 10:47
'You cannot step foot on the rugby pitch because you're going to get broken'
England Sevens star Holly Aitchison speaks about her Olympic dream, her journey in the sport and what women's rugby needs to do to…
Fiji 7s eyeing up next two future stars
Fresh from winning the HSC World Rugby Sevens Series this year, Fiji are already lining up two promising youngsters to add to thei…
Principality Stadium's incredible 20-year value to the Welsh economy
Twenty years to the day when Wales beat South Africa to open the Millennium - now Principality - Stadium, a new report reveals the…
Online Editors
26 Jun, 6:54
Eddie Jones - The mind games used to gain an edge
England rugby coach Eddie Jones has revealed the mind games he plays with his players, opponents and the media.
Online Editors
26 Jun, 4:30
'It is highly probable' - Sir Graham Henry tips former opponent to succeed Steve Hansen as All Blacks coach
Former All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry predicts a former opponent of his could succeed Steve Hansen as the All Blacks coach from…
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26 Jun, 3:18
Sonny Bill Williams to return to action through grassroots rugby
Sonny Bill Williams could almost start as many games of club rugby as he did for the Blues this season.
Online Editors
26 Jun, 0:00
Reduction in subs among World Rugby's latest law review proposals
World Rugby claims player safety is at the top of its agenda and its Law Review Group is meeting in London later this week to eval…
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25 Jun, 16:04
Mike Catt's appointment as Andy Farrell's Ireland assistant has not gone down well with Irish fans
It was Sunday evening when the IRFU confirmed Mike Catt will work with Andy Farrell from 2020 onwards, but his appointment hasn't …
Josh Raisey
25 Jun, 13:29
IRFU reprimand player who allegedly urinated on a member of the public in a Dublin pub
Leinster's celebrations following their Guinness PRO14 title success last month didn't pass without incident and one of their Irel…
Online Editors
25 Jun, 8:52
World Cup captain hasn't played a game of rugby in six months
The Pacific Nations Cup will kick off next month with Samoa, Tonga, Japan, Fiji, USA and Canada taking part. While the competition…
Online Editors
25 Jun, 8:35
Some All Blacks selections will go down to the wire - but the World Cup squad is looking as strong as ever
The first All Blacks squad of 2019 will be announced early next month. In almost every position there's some contention over who w…
Tom Vinicombe
25 Jun, 6:43
Drastic change ahead as Blues look to plug talent drain from region
The signature of Beauden Barrett may be imminent, but the Blues aren't waiting on his delayed arrival in Auckland to fix their vas…
Online Editors
25 Jun, 3:31
Last chance saloon for Ngani Laumape?
Saturday night could be Ngani Laumape's last chance to stake a claim for test selection in 2019. He was well contained against the…
Online Editors
25 Jun, 0:50
England U20s: 2019 Player-by-player review
The England U20s finished third in the U20 Six Nations and fifth in the World Rugby U20 Championship, but how did each individual …
'A no brainer' - decision to leave Serfontein out of Springboks squad questioned
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has taken his first step towards building a squad for the World Cup later this year by nami…
Josh Raisey
24 Jun, 11:46
EXCLUSIVE: 'I may have to look at my technique' - Vunipola on injury, rehab and the World Cup
Mako Vunipola will join England’s World Cup training camp tomorrow having discarded his crutches and tells Chris Jones about the…
Chris Jones
24 Jun, 10:10
Folau camp hit out at 'continuing campaign of discrimination' after GoFundMe page shut
Israel Folau's camp has hit out against GoFundMe's decision to shut down his online fund raising campaign, claiming there is a cam…
Online Editors
24 Jun, 9:29
Barrett moving after Rugby World Cup
Beauden Barrett hasn't yet committed to the Blues, but the world's best play-maker has said yes to living in Auckland and will be …
Online Editors
24 Jun, 6:37
The Paekakariki Express: How Christian Cullen became the greatest attacking fullback of all-time
Matt Burke remains the best all-round fullback Campbell Burnes seen in nearly 40 years of playing, watching and writing about the …
Campbell Burnes
24 Jun, 5:03
Israel Folau's GoFundMe page removed for breaching terms of service
GoFundMe has removed Israel Folau's fundraising page from its website and is issuing refunds to all his donors, saying the campaig…
Online Editors
24 Jun, 1:04
South African franchises face tough future in Super Rugby
Not having a team in the Super Rugby play-offs for just the second time in 16 years could be the start of South Africa's declining…
Online Editors
23 Jun, 23:10
'We have secured a talented practitioner who will add significant value'
Speculation that Mike Catt's recruitment by Ireland was a done deal did the rounds this weekend before the IRFU finally officially…
Online Editors
23 Jun, 18:16
Netball authorities exonerate Maria Folau for social media support of Israel's GoFundMe initiative
Maria Folau was dragged into the controversy this weekend that surrounds her husband Isreal, but her use of social media to suppor…
Online Editors
23 Jun, 13:15
Alex Shaw's team of the tournament from the 2019 Under-20 World Championship
France and Australia feature heavily in the RugbyPass World Rugby Under-20 Championship XV, the two finalists impressing throughou…
Former Leinster teammate full of praise for new Wallabies coach
After Australia announced that Shaun Berne has been appointed as their new attack coach, a former Leinster teammate of his, Luke F…
Uruguay's World Cup preparations take a hit after suffering loss to Spain
Uruguay have suffered a demoralising defeat to Spain in their most recent test fixture - hardly ideal for their World Cup preparat…
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23 Jun, 0:42
France pip Australia by a whisker to clinch Under-20s double
RugbyPass predicted the Under-20s Championship final in Rosario would be something to savour and we weren't disappointed as just a…
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22 Jun, 20:55
New Zealand cut their losses to secure seventh at the Under-20s Championship
World Rugby's Under-20s Championship in Argentina hasn't been kind to the underwhelming Kiwis, but they managed to do enough again…
Online Editors
22 Jun, 18:41
Magical Fiji strike to relegate tier one side from Under-20s World Cup for first time since 2012
A thrilling victory for Fiji in the 11th place play-off has ensured they will be back competing at the World Rugby Under-20 Champi…
Another of England's gang of 2015 World Cup failures set to work in Ireland
England's 2015 Rugby World Cup management were branded failures and lost their jobs, but Ireland has proven a safe sanctuary as al…
Online Editors
22 Jun, 11:29
Israel Folau raises over half a million dollars in donations as $7m property empire revealed
Sacked Wallabies star Israel Folau has raised over half a million dollars in donations for his legal battle with Rugby Australia, …
Online Editors
22 Jun, 2:26
England U20's make 3 changes to team as centre Redpath hit with biting ban
England U20s head coach Steve Bates has made three changes to his side to face Wales in their fifth-place playoff on Saturday.
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Online Editors
21 Jun, 12:35
Calls for 'beyond world class' Mo'unga to start at 10 for All Blacks
One of the most interesting subplots to this Super Rugby season has been the form of prospective fly-half challengers for the All …
Josh Raisey
21 Jun, 11:23
Australia announce their new attack coach
The Wallabies have finally announced who will replace Stephen Larkham as attack coach.
Online Editors
21 Jun, 7:43
Mitchell one of many to call out Folau's greed
Drew Mitchell has taken to Twitter to criticise Israel Folau's Go fund me campaign, saying it's no longer about religion, but rath…
Online Editors
21 Jun, 5:59
Two home nations sides will travel to New Zealand to take on the All Blacks next July
There will be no three-test tour to New Zealand in July next year with the All Blacks instead hosting two northern hemisphere side…
Online Editors
21 Jun, 2:57
Two nations could join Rugby Championship in wake of Nations Championship failure
The Rugby Championship could be expanded to accomodate a pair of tier two nations after World Rugby scrapped plans to introduce a …
Online Editors
21 Jun, 2:13
11-cap backrower to captain Wallaroos in historic Japan series
New South Wales backrower Grace Hamilton has been named captain for the Wallaroos ahead of their historic two Test Series against …
Online Editors
20 Jun, 23:00
Personal tragedy fuelling Fijian Asaeli Tuivuaka's rise on the sevens circuit
Asaeli Tuivuaka came away from Paris at the start of June as a World Sevens champions, but behind the Fijian's emergence is a hear…
Chris Jones
20 Jun, 18:33
Jake White's Japanese club hit by arrest of their fly-half on cocaine charge
An arrest on the suspicion of possessing cocaine of a fly-half has led to Jake White's Toyota Verblitz team in Japan withdrawing f…
Chris Jones
20 Jun, 12:13
'Nations Championship was a golden opportunity to grow the game internationally but is seemingly lost'
Wednesday's scrapping of the proposed Nations Championship by World Rugby has left a leading New Zealand Rugby administrator unhap…
Online Editors
20 Jun, 10:43
All Blacks forwards coach to step down after Rugby World Cup
One of world rugby's most innovative and respected coaches, All Blacks Forwards Coach Mike Cron, has announced that this year will…
Online Editors
20 Jun, 0:19
'It's sad to listen and see this kind of stuff...' - de Villiers hits back at Tendai Mtawarira
Peter de Villiers hasn't taken kindly to criticism about him by Tendai Mtawarira in the South African player’s new autobiography…
Online Editors
19 Jun, 19:25
Why World Rugby has scrapped its Nations Championship plans
World Rugby had flagged that this week was D-Day for their Nations Championship project and they have now scrapped the concept aft…
Online Editors
19 Jun, 17:14
Australia-France final set to delight on Saturday as Under-20 Championship draws to a close
Australia are bidding to win their first World Rugby Under-20 Championship on Saturday, but they will have their work cut out to g…
England's Joe Marler set to come out of Test retirement - reports
It was last September when Joe Marler stepped away from the Test arena, but there are now reports emerging that he is poised to re…
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19 Jun, 10:46
'I'm a big believer in our players, that they can get on that Lions tour'
Warren Gatland's appointment last week as Lions boss left Scottish fans fearing limited player selection in 2021, but Gregor Towns…
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19 Jun, 10:09
Rugby Australia heap further punishment on Tolu Latu following drink-driving conviction
After pleading guilty in court last Friday to mid-range drink driving and driving while suspended, Rugby Australia has issued Tolu…
Online Editors
19 Jun, 8:25
Australia face crisis as the country's best first-fives and halfbacks exit Super Rugby
Australia is facing a halves crisis following this year's World Cup in Japan, with a raft of Wallaby halfbacks and first-fives set…
Online Editors
19 Jun, 2:29
Analysis: Six blunders that may cost Quade Cooper a spot in the Wallabies
In the early stages of Super Rugby, a recall to the Wallabies squad was beckoning for maverick playmaker Quade Cooper. Things have…
Tom Vinicombe
19 Jun, 1:49
'Plans have changed' - Samu Manoa makes shock international retirement
Online Editors
18 Jun, 22:06
World Rugby sets deadline for decision on Nations Championship proposal
Global rugby chiefs face a deadline to back or shun World Rugby’s Nations Championship plan. Reaction to the plans for a new int…
Online Editors
18 Jun, 12:15
Sevens stars and the MLR-effect - why USA could be World Cup 'banana skin'
A year ago Gary Gold guided the USA to an historic win over Scotland and now the Eagles head coach is planning to use the internat…
Chris Jones
18 Jun, 11:32
Bastareaud misses out on France's World Cup squad
Jacques Brunel has omitted experienced pair Mathieu Bastareaud and Morgan Parra from his 31-man squad for the Rugby World Cup.
Online Editors
18 Jun, 10:17
Six uncapped players included in New Zealand Black Ferns squad for San Diego Super Series
North Harbour prop Olivia Ward-Duin has been called in as injury cover for the Black Ferns squad for the 2019 Women’s Rugby Supe…
Online Editors
18 Jun, 3:09
U20 World Championship Round-up: Oceania's best to battle defending champions in final
Australia and France have both dealt to their semi-final opposition in the U20 World Championship and will now duke it out in the …
Online Editors
17 Jun, 22:09
Scotland U20s bid to avoid first Tier 1 relegation since 2012
Scotland U20s face their biggest test yet this season, as they square off with Fiji in the relegation playoff match of the World R…
'Disgusting' - furious backlash over potential World Cup absences
After it has been alleged that Samoan and Tongan players have been pressured into missing the World Cup this year in order to rema…
Josh Raisey
17 Jun, 15:18
Alun Wyn Jones named world's best player as Rugby World publish Top 100
Alun Wyn Jones has been named the world’s best player by Rugby World magazine.
Online Editors
17 Jun, 12:23
Seattle claim back-to-back Major League Rugby titles
The Seattle Seawolves have made it two Major League Rugby titles from two attempts after clinching a dramatic 26-23 victory over t…
Online Editors
17 Jun, 3:07
Christian Leali'ifano to depart Brumbies after 12-year stint
In-form Brumbies skipper Christian Leali'ifano will complete a celebrated 12-year association with the Canberra-based Super Rugby …
Online Editors
17 Jun, 1:11
Israel Folau uses Sydney church appearance to launch another attack on gays
Thirty days after Rugby Australia announced it was terminating his contract, Israel Folau has used a Sydney church sermon appearan…
Online Editors
16 Jun, 17:35
'I was sick of watching finals. It felt quite hollow because I was never involved in them' - Nathan Earle
Nathan Earle made the decision to leave Saracens in early 2018 and has been rewarded with opportunity at Harlequins. The wing talk…
Uruguay clinch Nations Cup for third year running
Uruguay have secured the Rugby Nations Cup for a third year in a row after trumping the Argentina XV in Uruguay's capital city.
Online Editors
16 Jun, 1:12
'I thought he was going to shake my hand... he headbutted me'
Luke Hamilton's eventful career is opening a new chapter in Japan, but he goes there worried about the long-term damage rugby migh…
Jamie Lyall
15 Jun, 21:20
Dominiko Waqaniburotu rewarded as Fiji's 42-man squad named
Dominiko Waqaniburotu was at the heart of Fiji's shock win over France last November, a success now rewarded with him keeping the …
Chris Jones
15 Jun, 19:27
'I do think there is an issue' - former Ireland coach concerned with Irish players' binge drinking
Binge drinking is an issue that is generating negative headlines surrounding rugby in Ireland and one former national team coach b…
Online Editors
15 Jun, 14:10
Matt Giteau reveals rugby pet hate and it strikes a chord on Twitter
Former Wallaby Matt Giteau has revealed one of his rugby pet hates and it has struck a cord on Twitter.
Online Editors
15 Jun, 11:55
David Pocock to make shock return
In a huge boost for the Wallabies' World Cup prospects, champion flanker David Pocock is set for a surprise early return during th…
Online Editors
15 Jun, 8:11
From Otago reject to World Cup hopeful: The secret behind Brad Weber's stellar season
In 2013, Brad Weber was dropped from the Otago squad for an up-and-coming teenager. Two years later, he became an All Black. In th…
George North saw gremlins in 2015 pre-season running - now Paul Stridgeon aims to make Wales even fitter
George North claimed in 2015 he went 'to places no man should go to'... now Wales are aiming to push the barriers even further as …
Chris Jones
14 Jun, 16:26
'It was hell of a stress' - Jerome Garces on 2015 Wales-England tunnel stand-off
Soon to hang up his whistle after 26 years on the beat, Jerome Garces cites the bizarre 2015 Six Nations Cardiff tunnel stand-off …
Online Editors
14 Jun, 15:14
Malcolm Marx deal hailed as a victory for South Africa's new contracting model
Rather than lose Malcolm Marx overseas on a long term club contract, South African's rugby bosses have managed to ensure he will b…
Online Editors
14 Jun, 12:04
England fans label John Mitchell's contract extension a risk
The RFU confirmed on Thursday that John Mitchell will continue to assist England until at least 2021, a development that has left …
Wallabies hooker Tolu Latu fell asleep while drunk driving
Wallabies hooker Tolu Latu was drunk and asleep at the wheel as witnesses dived into his car to stop it rolling through a Sydney i…
Online Editors
14 Jun, 6:50
Tevita Kuridrani commits to Australian Rugby for one more year
Wallabies centre Tevita Kuridrani has agreed an extension to his Brumbies contract that will keep him with the Australian Conferen…
Online Editors
13 Jun, 22:31
Is there an anti-Scottish agenda festering among Lions hierarchy, or is Gatland within his rights to ignore them?
Not since Tom Smith started 18 years ago have Scotland had a Lions Test starter and breaking that cycle will be difficult with War…
Jamie Lyall
13 Jun, 18:57
Fiji's bid to retain Olympic gold has received a funding boost
Winning gold medals at an Olympics doesn't come cheap, but defending men's sevens champions Fiji have taken steps to ensure they w…
Chris Jones
13 Jun, 18:23
'There's no financial crisis here... it's not in as bad a situation as I expected it to be'
Glum predictions have surrounded the state of the RFU's finances for quite some time, but their new CEO Bill Sweeney claims the ou…
Online Editors
13 Jun, 14:23
RFU's Bill Sweeney quizzed on Eddie Jones' future beyond 2021
RFU boss Bill Sweeney has confirmed England assistant John Mitchell's extension through to 2021, but what may happen to Eddie Jone…
Online Editors
13 Jun, 12:46
'I hope the WRU wake up and start to invest in the university pathway'
Exeter-bound coach Louie Tonkin believes the emergence of Alex Dombrandt with Harlequins and England must act as a wake-up call fo…
Online Editors
13 Jun, 12:20
Super Rugby's loss is very much the Japan Top League's gain
Super Rugby's annual exodus is set to increase in severity following the Rugby World Cup, something which will make the Top League…
John Mitchell signs England extension - reports
England defence coach John Mitchell is only contracted until the end of the World Cup in Japan, but there appears to now be an agr…
'I've seen the offer that Samu was given and it was a very, very good offer'
Wallabies' director of rugby Scott Johnson said Rugby Australia couldn't have done more to keep star centre Samu Kerevi.
Online Editors
13 Jun, 6:44
Australia finally set to name new attack coach - fewer than 100 days out from the World Cup
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika is set to unveil his mystery World Cup attack coach with less than 100 days until the Japan rugby t…
Online Editors
13 Jun, 6:29
USA Eagles name training squad in preparation for the Rugby World Cup
With just 100 days to go until Rugby World Cup Japan 2019, the USA Men’s Eagles have named their preliminary 50-man training squ…
Online Editors
13 Jun, 4:59
Where will Warren Gatland touch down in New Zealand?
Having been reappointed as Lions coach for their South African tour, Warren Gatland has reaffirmed that he has his sights set on a…
Tom Vinicombe
13 Jun, 3:30
The Short Ball - s04e18 - Australian rugby's one-man problem, and Ali's application for NZR boss
Scotty and Ali are back to yarn all things NZ rugby, this week: Who has a chance at winning Super Rugby gold? And what would Ali d…
Rugby Australia miss out on signing most 'gifted teen since Ponga'
Walker was the most sought after youngster in the NRL and was courted by several clubs and Rugby Australia.
Online Editors
12 Jun, 22:59
'I don't know how you could coach a Lions team in a blazer... I was bemused by that'
Eddie Jones made fun of the Lions during the Six Nations, but Wales boss Warren Gatland has used his unveiling as the 2021 tour co…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 21:07
Dramatic day ends with New Zealand failing to make the Under-20 semi-finals
New Zealand's Under-20s thought they had done enough to make the semi-finals in Argentina only for a late South African penalty to…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 20:51
Some fans not convinced by Gatland's 'I won't coach England' vow
Wales boss Warren Gatland used his Lions unveiling to rule out ever coaching rivals England, but some fans are not convinced he wi…
Josh Raisey
12 Jun, 19:12
How Gatland's record compares to other multi-tour Lions coaches
Warren Gatland is all set for his third tour as Lions head coach, but how does his record compare with other coaches who have also…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 18:30
Beating the Scots highlights how Georgia's age-grade evolution is in full swing
Georgia's under-20 side picked up their first win on Wednesday at the age-grade World Cup to highlight how their squad possesses m…
Kiwi fans are worried that Retallick's deal will set a worrying trend
There is nothing new in an All Black international deciding to move overseas, but the way the NZR has framed the Brodie Retallick …
Josh Raisey
12 Jun, 16:52
Island nation is prepared to offer Israel Folau a Test level return
Rugby Australia's contract termination has ended Israel Folau's Wallaby career, but another Test-playing nation has outlined plans…
Chris Jones
12 Jun, 14:52
'I will definitely not be coaching England'
Warren Gatland has used his unveiling as the 2021 Lions coach to put to bed speculation that he could succeed Eddie Jones as Engla…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 13:52
Former Lion raises question about Gatland's repeat appointment
Warren Gatland's 2013 and 2017 success made him favourite to also lead the 2021 Lions, but his appointment has been criticised by …
Josh Raisey
12 Jun, 12:27
'We spoke about the potential and I couldn't turn my back on the challenge'
Following a 2013 series win in Australia and a 2017 draw in New Zealand, the Lions felt it imperative to keep Warren Gatland on bo…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 10:02
How is your team preparing for the Rugby World Cup?
2019's Rugby World Cup will kick off in 100 days. What fixtures does your team have between now and the launch in Japan?
Tom Vinicombe
12 Jun, 6:52
How Beauden Barrett signing for the Blues could impact not just the Hurricanes, but the entire New Zealand conference
Speculation might be rife about Beauden Barrett making a potential shock move from the Hurricanes to the Blues, but the Wellington…
No Ben Smith for Highlanders in vital clash against Waratahs
The Highlanders have been dealt a massive blow in the lead-up to their must-win match against the Waratahs in Invercargill on Frid…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 3:36
Super switch?: All Blacks star Beauden Barrett could leave Hurricanes for Blues in sensational switch
All Blacks first-five Beauden Barrett could be about to make a shock move from the Hurricanes to the Blues, a transfer a long time…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 1:50
Waratahs without five Wallabies in must-win Super Rugby clash against Highlanders
Daryl Gibson has followed through on a promise to rest five of his key players for this week's must-win clash against the Highland…
Online Editors
12 Jun, 1:26
Brodie Retallick to take lengthy sabbatical as part of new deal with New Zealand Rugby
All Blacks and Chiefs stalwart Brodie Retallick has signed a new long-term deal with New Zealand Rugby which will allow him to tak…
Online Editors
11 Jun, 23:13
Video: Namibia's destructive backrow that the All Blacks and Boks will have to watch
Namibia made history on Sunday by beating Uruguay for the first time 30-28 in Montevideo in the World Rugby Nations Cup and there …
Josh Raisey
11 Jun, 22:44
Why James Slipper deserves Wallabies recall after cocaine ban
Wallabies props Allan Alaalatoa and Scott Sio say reformed loosehead James Slipper has earned the right to play for Australia agai…
Online Editors
11 Jun, 22:13
World Rugby U20 Championship: Semi-final permutations
All the permutations for the semi-finals of the World Rugby U20 Championship, as the teams prepare to play their final matches of …
Rugby Australia fail in attempt to lure 16-year-old prodigy from NRL
The Sydney Roosters appear to have locked in Cooper Cronk's successor with the Tri-Colours set to unveil teen sensation Sam Walker…
Online Editors
11 Jun, 8:37
Dan Carter announces next big off-field move
Former All Blacks first-five Dan Carter will be appearing on the big screen after announcing his next big off-field move.
Online Editors
11 Jun, 6:00
British & Irish Lions coach for South African tour to be confirmed on Wednesday
The British and Irish Lions will name their head coach for 2021 tour of South Africa on Wednesday, with New Zealander Warren Gatla…
Online Editors
11 Jun, 2:10
A transfer market could hold the key to making rugby even more competitive
Transfer fees are rare in rugby, but a more regular adoption of the model used in football might potentially create a more competi…
'Black players in South Africa are getting better and better... it's going to be a scary proposition'
There are regular fears that the player drain to Europe will rob South Africa of its best talent, but Hurricanes boss John Plumtre…
Online Editors
10 Jun, 11:15
The tallest and heaviest players at the World Rugby U20s
The World Rugby U20s Championship has typically been an efficient conveyor belt of talent for the professional game.
U20 World Championship Round-up: Australia book a semi-final spot with a game in hand
Australia will contest the World Rugby U20 Championship 2019 semi-finals for the first time in eight years after guaranteeing top …
Online Editors
09 Jun, 4:43
Six foot nine Junior Wallabies lock scores contender for solo try of the U20s
Junior Wallabies lock Nick Frost has scored a contender for the individual try of the tournament, showcasing a remarkable athletic…
Online Editors
08 Jun, 19:14
Jaden Hendrikse - young scrumhalf could be long-term replacement for Cobus Reinach
Following wins over Scotland and Georgia at the World Rugby U20 Championship, South Africa scrum-half Jaden Hendrikse is separatin…
Rugby Australia issue statement following sensational Israel Folau accusation
Rugby Australia have hit back at Israel Folau after the fired Wallaby accused the union of leaking the minutes of his Code of Cond…
Ian Cameron
08 Jun, 11:01
Former Bath coach appointed Fiji Rugby backs coach for RWC
Former Bath head coach Tabai Matson says he is “honoured and humbled” to be appointed the backline coach for the Fiji Rugby Wo…
Israel Dagg's heartfelt message for fellow professional rugby players
Former All Blacks fullback Israel Dagg has penned an open letter on social media urging players to make the most of their off-fiel…
Online Editors
08 Jun, 3:17
USA Sevens team rocked as Unufe banned after failed drugs test
The USA Sevens team have been rocked by the news that Maka Unufe has failed a drugs test.
Online Editors
07 Jun, 17:43
Wales lock Thornton makes permanent switch to Cardiff Blues
Rory Thornton has completed a permanent switch to Cardiff Blues from the Ospreys, following a successful season-long loan at Cardi…
Online Editors
07 Jun, 17:18
SA Rugby reveals its 'new model' to keep players and salary cap for pro teams
Player exoduses have been part and parcel of South African rugby in the professional era, but could this contracting model overhau…
RFU still undecided whether to appeal Barbeary ban after horror tackle
England's hopes at the World Rugby Under 20 Championship have suffered a major blow with the news that hooker Alfie Barbeary has p…
Online Editors
07 Jun, 11:36
Stephen Larkham poised to join Munster coaching set-up
Only days after securing the services of Graham Rowntree, Munster are on the verge of confirming the recruitment of another high-p…
Online Editors
07 Jun, 8:30
Super Rugby has entered the dark ages - and the future doesn't look any brighter
There has been a widespread acceptance in recent times that the Super Rugby product has gone significantly downhill - but what opt…
Tom Vinicombe
07 Jun, 4:04
Return in sight for injured All Blacks prop
All Blacks prop Owen Franks could return to action for the Crusaders in the Super Rugby play-offs after a long injury layoff.
Online Editors
07 Jun, 0:42
The undervalued skill that could be crucial at this year's World Cup
Colin Slade showed off one of the more undervalued skills in rugby while playing for the Barbarians against England last week. Cam…
Campbell Burnes
06 Jun, 23:46
Fiji Sevens prodigy won't be cashing in overseas
Fiji Sevens star Meli Derenalagi insists he will not be cashing in on his new found fame as the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Rookie of …
Chris Jones
06 Jun, 15:14
Ben Ryan confirms he isn't dead
Olympic gold-winning rugby sevens coach Ben Ryan has taken to Twitter after a 'fake news story' broke that reported that he has ap…
Josh Raisey
06 Jun, 11:37
Rugby Australia face financial catastrophe if Folau wins
The 30-year-old’s contract was torn up over social media posts.
Online Editors
06 Jun, 11:17
Folau launches legal action against Rugby Australia
Lawyers for dumped Wallabies star Israel Folau have lodged an unfair dismissal claim against Rugby Australia.
Online Editors
06 Jun, 4:21
'Queensland's been a massive part of my life' - Samu Kerevi
Samu Kerevi will keep fans guessing ahead of what might be his last game at home for the Queensland Reds on Friday night.
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06 Jun, 3:57
Wallabies hooker Tolu Latu could face a maximum penalty of 9 months in prison
Wallabies hooker Tolu Latu has pleaded guilty to drink driving without a valid licence two days before a vital clash between his N…
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06 Jun, 3:38
John Folau exits the Waratahs in the wake of Israel's expulsion
Israel Folau's brother has quit the NSW Waratahs - less than three weeks after the Wallabies superstar had his multi-million-dolla…
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06 Jun, 1:58
'Big Bill' Mata 'a better player' following Barbarian debut
After making his Barbarians' bow, Big 'Bill' Mata has turned his eyes to the Wallabies at the Rugby World Cup in Japan.
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05 Jun, 16:57
Picking a British and Irish Lions XV - who's making it in 2021?
The 2021 British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa may be still be two years away but with Warren Gatland lined up to coach the…
Wayne Pivac will face Warren Gatland in first match as Wales head coach
Wayne Pivac's first match in charge of Wales will be against the Barbarians at Principality Stadium on November 30.
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05 Jun, 8:56
Six players on Fiji radar yet to make themselves available for Rugby World Cup
Fijian rugby has been in a good place over the last few years but the decision of these six players to not yet make themselves ava…
Folau expected to launch legal challenge imminently
The Australian Financial Review is reporting that sacked Wallaby Israel Folau is gearing up to challenge his contract termination …
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05 Jun, 3:57
New Zealand's best coaches all have one unheralded skill in common
Scott Robertson's Crusaders are on track for a third championship in as many years. Robertson is an astute coach with an intimate …
Tom Vinicombe
05 Jun, 1:19
U20 World Championship Round-up: Ireland hand England first-ever pool loss
Defending champions France, past winners New Zealand and South Africa, Oceania champions Australia, Six Nations champions Ireland …
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04 Jun, 23:49
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Tew to step down after 12-year tenure
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Tew has today announced he will stand down from his role at the end of this year.
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04 Jun, 22:38
Pocock heir apparent Fraser McReight shines in Argentina
Have Australia found their long-term successor to David Pocock? U20 Fraser McReight's performance against Italy suggests that they…
Welsh fans expect Alun Wyn Jones to make lucrative move as speculation mounts
With Wales’ Grand Slam winning captain Alun Wyn Jones’ dual contract with the Welsh Rugby Union and the Ospreys set to expire …
Josh Raisey
04 Jun, 12:16
Fiji coach reveals what's next for Nasoko after Edinburgh deal falls through
Former captain Kalione Nasoko will undergo knee surgery in Australia to ensure he can help Fiji defend their Olympic Sevens gold m…
Chris Jones
04 Jun, 11:19
The fatal admission that sealed Israel Folau's fate
Israel Folau made a fatal acknowledgement on the first day of his code of conduct hearing, in what may have been the moment that s…
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04 Jun, 9:18
Waratahs focus away from Wallabies selection drama as their Super Rugby season hangs by a thread
Waratahs veteran Adam Ashley-Cooper says his team won't get caught up in the ongoing availability of their Wallabies and are focus…
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03 Jun, 22:48
Is Vilimoni Botitu rugby's greatest diamond in the rough?
Fiji 7s star Vilimoni Botitu thrilled the world in his first season on the circuit, but could he be building to something even gre…
Utterly different Joe Marler post-match interview sums up the true value of the Barbarians
Harlequins and former England prop Joe Marler has highlighted the importance of the Barbarians, after making his first appearance …
Josh Raisey
03 Jun, 19:21
Rugby Australia have finally addressed Will Skelton, the World Cup and Giteau's Law
Rugby Australia's 'Giteau's Law' won't be relaxed to allow giant lock Will Skelton to play at this year's World Cup, says chief ex…
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03 Jun, 18:47
Revealing centre stats reignite Ireland World Cup squad debate
After Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt announced his 44-man World Cup training squad last week, the exclusion of Ulster’s Stuart M…
Josh Raisey
03 Jun, 16:20
'A huge call' - Mark McCall talks leaving Saracens for the England job
McCall led Saracens to a second double of domestic and European titles this year.
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03 Jun, 11:08
Ben Ryan: 'Somebody should be pointing fingers'
Great Britain defied the odds to win a silver medal in the Rio Olympic sevens tournament despite a haphazard build-up which saw th…
Fiji sevens dominate end of season awards
The HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series awards were held in Paris on Sunday night and Series champions Fiji, unsurprisingly, were among…
Harlequins duo shine as England beat the Barbarians
Marcus Smith and Alex Dombrandt excelled in front of Eddie Jones as England successfully navigated their way through the tricky an…
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02 Jun, 17:19
England player ratings vs Barbarians
England hosted the Barbarians at Twickenham on Sunday afternoon and we have run the rule over a youthful and inexperienced group t…
Lark Davies claims hat-trick as Red Roses ease past Barbarians
England celebrated the staging of their historic first match against the Barbarians by cruising to a 40-14 victory at Twickenham.
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02 Jun, 15:59
Chris Ashton believes England may have dumped him on eve of World Cup
England flyer Chris Ashton believes that he will not be selected for the Rugby World Cup despite being part of the Eddie Jones Six…
Ian Cameron
02 Jun, 12:36
Forgotten England backrow rebuilt himself after Australian Test episode destroyed his confidence
“I went away and thought ‘If I play well for the club, I may get an opportunity’. I’m quite lucky, I have got an opportuni…
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02 Jun, 11:50
Springboks rocked by Eben Etzebeth World Cup injury scare
The Stormers and Springboks will be holding out with bated breath on news of Eben Etzebeth.
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02 Jun, 9:39
Marcus Smith explains snubbing England U20s for a shot at an All Black
Marcus Smith rejected the chance to direct England Under-20s’ bid to reclaim the junior world championship title due to his desi…
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02 Jun, 8:36
'We are assuming that they're not going to be there' - Blues coach Leon MacDonald resigned to losing key veterans
Blues head coach Leon MacDonald isn't expecting star midfielders Sonny Bill Williams and Ma'a Nonu to return to the Auckland franc…
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02 Jun, 5:51
Rugby's biggest union backing calls to introduce women's British and Irish Lions team
England have given their full backing to growing calls for the introduction of a women’s British and Irish Lions tour.
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01 Jun, 13:48
England Sevens battered by Fiji in opening game at the Paris 7s
England Sevens have suffered a heavy loss to Fiji in their opening game of the final leg of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series in …
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01 Jun, 12:42
Will Genia unlikely for must-win Rebels clash against Crusaders
Will Genia is likely to sit out his team's Super Rugby clash with the all-conquering Crusaders, but the Rebels won't be leaving an…
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01 Jun, 6:13
Why Marika Koroibete has been hailed as 'the premier winger in Australia'
Marika Koroibete has been lauded as "by quite some way" the best winger in Australia following a standout showing against the Wara…
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01 Jun, 4:56
The reason why Sunwolves head coach Tony Brown is returning to New Zealand
Incoming Highlanders assistant coach Tony Brown is looking to bolster his international coaching résumé after signing a new deal…
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01 Jun, 2:36
How the Waratahs intend on keeping faint play-off hopes alive
The Waratahs have kept their slim play-off hopes alive with a 20-15 win over the Rebels in Melbourne, and they may have to rely on…
Online Editors
31 May, 23:59
Barbarians name team to face England
Pat Lam has named his side for Sunday and it includes a loosehead who will be very familiar to England and playing at Twickenham.
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31 May, 17:56
England name team for Barbarians clash
England XV head coach Jim Mallinder has named his team to play in the Quilter Cup match against the Barbarians on Sunday 2 June at…
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31 May, 10:10
Barbarians jokingly troll England on Twitter
Ahead of the annual England vs Barbarians match at Twickenham this Sunday, the BaaBaas have started some light verbal sparring wit…
Italy plays host to Jim in the latest episode of our Rugby Explorer series. The first stop is the eternal city, Rome, where Jim ca…
Highlanders lose All Blacks prop Tyrel Lomax to Super Rugby rivals
The Highlanders have lost one-test All Blacks prop Tyrel Lomax to a rival Super Rugby franchise next year, making him one of 11 hi…
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31 May, 0:59
Perry Baker: We wont be worrying about what Fiji produce in Paris
We always knew the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series would come down to this final leg in Paris and having qualified automatically fo…
Perry Baker
30 May, 17:10
Kolisi a major World Cup worry for Springboks
A knee injury has ruled South Africa captain Siya Kolisi out of the rest of the Super Rugby season and threatened his participatio…
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30 May, 15:39
'You can have great tactics, great training, all that stuff, but good people make things happen,' claims Michael Cheika
Michael Cheika has been going through some tough times in charge of Australia, but a flying visit this week to Leinster reminded h…
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30 May, 12:35
'Boys have been f****** grafting for years' - Marler on potential England return
Joe Marler would be willing to interrupt his international retirement during the World Cup if called upon by Eddie Jones to solve …
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30 May, 11:39
Religious freedom laws in Australia could change after Israel Folau's sacking
The Israel Folau saga that dominated headlines across the world looks set to have after effects in politics, with conservative coa…
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30 May, 2:15
Wallabies hopeful Lachlan McCaffrey handed Brumbies contract extension
Wallabies hopeful Lachlan McCaffrey has been handed a one-year contract extension by the Brumbies which will see him stay in Canbe…
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29 May, 22:24
'I have been very lucky to have been thrown right in at the deep end... I really enjoyed it'
Ted Hill expected to spend his season on the Worcester fringes, not score the match-winning try at Leicester on his Premiership de…
Liam Heagney
29 May, 18:42
Ben Ryan defends radical new 'RugbyX' concept
Ben Ryan views RugbyX as a radical new format that is essential if a younger audience is to be attracted to a sport with an ageing…
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29 May, 17:56
Rival coach launches claims of illegality against both Fiji and Australia on eve of Paris Sevens finale
Fiji and Australia have faced claims they were breaking the law with their ruck play leading into the title-deciding final leg of …
Chris Jones
29 May, 11:30
French international Djibril Camara summoned over 'serious misconduct' by Stade Francais
Former French international Djibril Camara summoned over 'serious misconduct' by Stade Francais.
Twelve World Rugby U20 Championship players to watch
The World Rugby U20 Championship kicks off in Argentina next month and we have compiled a shortlist of some of the most exciting p…
Oceans Apart - Rupeni Caucaunibuca
In the first episode of the Oceans Apart Series, Dan Leo, Director of the Pacific Rugby Players Welfare organisation, travels to …
Controversial former Springboks coach Peter de Villiers sacked by rugby minnows
Former Springboks coach Peter de Villiers has been sacked by rugby minnows Zimbabwe due to unauthorised leave from work, according…
Online Editors
29 May, 6:02
Genia overcomes head knock to line up against injury-adjusted Waratahs
Melbourne Rebels halfback Will Genia has recovered from a head knock to face the Waratahs in their Super Rugby crunch match at AAM…
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29 May, 5:25
Wallabies unveil new Wallaby-less jersey for the World Cup
The Wallabies have unveiled there new jersey for the Rugby World Cup - and it marks a significant change from recent designs.
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29 May, 0:59
'Rugby's unbelievable... I have done things I only thought were possible in movies'
World Rugby believes the women's game will be its biggest growth sector in the next decade and American Kiki Morgan is one of 15 p…
Liam Heagney
28 May, 18:56
McKinley 'delighted' over World Rugby's goggle ruling
Ian McKinley has welcomed the news that World Rugby has approved an amendment to the laws of the game that will mean that goggles …
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28 May, 13:52
'At this rate there won't be sport in five years and there won't be the Springboks'
SA Rugby chief executive Jurie Roux has claimed the future of the Springboks is in serious danger if plans for new television rule…
Chris Jones
28 May, 12:35
England forced into 3 late squad changes for World Rugby U20 Championship
With just a week to go before England U20s begin their World Rugby U20 Championship in Argentina head coach Steve Bates has been f…
Online Editors
28 May, 10:46
'There are goals I still want to achieve with both Leinster and Ireland next season'
There were fears that Rob Kearney's career with Ireland and Leinster appeared finished, but they have finally reached a compromise…
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28 May, 9:33
'My mum's Welsh, dad's Irish and I moved to England five years ago so there is a twist... it's a tough one'
International selection wasn't on Callum Sheedy's mind when he spoke with RugbyPass last month, but England are now in pole positi…
Liam Heagney
28 May, 9:08
Springboks assembling a ferocious squad
Although 2018 was a poor year for the Springboks, there’s will be enough depth in the 2019 squad to seriously challenge for the …
Tom Vinicombe
28 May, 5:26
Pocock's place at World Cup no sure-thing
Wallabies star David Pocock says he'll do everything in his power to play at the World Cup but cannot guarantee he'll overcome a "…
Online Editors
28 May, 4:45
'They deserve their place in Super Rugby' - Ex-Wallaby speaks out in support of Jaguares following Kearns comments
Former Wallabies midfielder Morgan Turunui has leapt to the defence of the Jaguares in the wake of bizarre comments made by ex-Wal…
Online Editors
28 May, 2:49
David Pocock confirms exit from Australian rugby
Brumbies flanker David Pocock has confirmed he will not be seeking a further contract with the club at the end of the 2019 season.
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27 May, 22:12
World Rugby video uses infamous Owen Farrell hit as example of a 'shoulder charge'
World Rugby have used a controversial tackle by England star Owen Farrell as an example of a 'shoulder charge' in a new video on t…
Online Editors
27 May, 15:22
Dan Carter issues post-neck surgery update
All Blacks legend Dan Carter has posted an update on his health on social media, six weeks after having surgery on his neck.
Josh Raisey
27 May, 14:48
Question marks raised over Sean O'Brien's future at London Irish
Question marks have been raised about Sean O’Brien's future after it was revealed on Sunday that the Ireland flanker will miss t…
Josh Raisey
27 May, 13:52
England XV name 23-man squad for Barbarians... and there's no Cipriani
England XV head coach Jim Mallinder has named his squad to begin preparations for the Quilter Cup match against the Barbarians on …
Online Editors
27 May, 12:23
Joe Marler named in Barbarians 23-man squad to face England XV
The Harlequins prop retired from Test rugby last year.
Online Editors
27 May, 11:56
David Pocock's retirement - reports
Brumbies flanker David Pocock is expected to announce his pending retirement from Australian rugby on Tuesday before focusing on o…
Online Editors
27 May, 10:44
England vs Barbarians: An uncapped XV?
England are set to pick a heavily rested and rotated side for their contest with the Barbarians this week, but what would an entir…
Wallabies hold on to Fijian born 6'5, 110kg rising star Naisarani
Rising star Isi Naisarani has re-signed with Rugby Australia and the Melbourne Rebels until the end of 2021 on a new two-year deal…
Online Editors
27 May, 7:36
Analysis: Why this is the worst tactical kick in rugby and hurts every team that uses it
What qualifies as a ‘good’ kicking game has changed over the last 10 years as teams skew towards more contestable kicks at the…
'They're the national team, they shouldn't even be in the comp' - Wallabies great calls for Jaguares to be booted from Super Rugby
A Wallabies great has called for the removal of the Jaguares from Super Rugby, just as they look on track to host their first-ever…
Online Editors
27 May, 2:13
How would the Wallabies loose forwards stack up without David Pocock?
It’s now been over two and a half months since David Pocock has taken the field for the Brumbies. If the Wallabies are faced wit…
Tom Vinicombe
27 May, 0:27
All Black star's return date delayed as Crusaders prepare for Fijian clash
A return to the playing field from an ongoing shoulder injury for All Blacks and Crusaders prop Owen Franks won't come this week.
Online Editors
27 May, 0:15
Fiji thump Australia to win London 7s
Fiji were crowned champions of the HSBC London Sevens for the second year running after a thrilling 43-7 victory over Australia on…
Online Editors
26 May, 19:20
Retiring Rodwell decides his future on same day Fiji storm to London success
James Rodwell is hanging up his boots next weekend but the England sevens veteran will remain involved on a circuit where Fiji sto…
Online Editors
26 May, 18:48
The car park calling-out incident that convinced James Haskell that Dylan Hartley must go to Japan
Dylan Hartley has not played any rugby this year but has to lead England to the Rugby World Cup with his ability to “call out”…
Chris Jones
26 May, 11:19
Cipriani could potentially do an Ashton and haunt Eddie Jones next weekend
England are due to confirm on Monday their squad for next weekend's match versus the Barbarians and if Eddie Jones doesn't include…
Online Editors
26 May, 10:27
Big win for the Rebels could come at a big cost
Melbourne's big Super Rugby win over the Sunwolves has come at a cost with Test halfback Will Genia knocked out.
Online Editors
26 May, 3:11
Ireland shock England at the London 7s
Ireland Men’s 7s team upset home side England at the London 7s at Twickenham, before booking a place in the Quarter Finals on Su…
Online Editors
25 May, 21:32
Three Sevens sides book place at Tokyo Olympics
Three sides have qualified for the Tokyo Olympics in rugby sevens after making the London Sevens quarter-finals.
Online Editors
25 May, 21:03
Piers Morgan weighs in on Cipriani debate
After being named both the Premiership Player of the Season and the RPA Players’ Player of the Season, there is a lot of talk su…
Josh Raisey
25 May, 10:16
Taking the World Cup global: who will play host in 2027?
When 2019’s World Cup kicks off in Tokyo, rugby will break new ground by taking the showcase tournament to Asia for the first ti…
Tom Vinicombe
24 May, 9:14
The Super Rugby Exodus XV - The best players leaving Super Rugby in one team
Much has been made of the impending exodus from southern hemisphere that is set to ensue following this year's World Cup in Japan,…
Sunwolves head coach Tony Brown tipped for return to Highlanders
Sunwolves head coach Tony Brown is being tipped to return to the Highlanders following the announcement of the departure of defenc…
Online Editors
23 May, 23:15
Wallabies dream recall within reach for recovered Lealiifano
Brumbies captain Christian Lealiifano is surprised and delighted to be a step closer to a dream Wallabies recall, less than three …
Online Editors
23 May, 22:53
Dream Team divide on social media shows strength of the Springboks
After the Premiership Dream Team was announced yesterday, there were always going to be some contentious selections which would ca…
Josh Raisey
23 May, 22:39
Joe Marler sends sheepish Twitter message ahead of Barbarians call-up
Joe Marler has left a simple message on Twitter after being called up to face England.
Josh Raisey
23 May, 16:31
World Rugby to double insurance pay-out to clubs for players injured at Test level
Having listened to concerns regarding insurance when players are away on Test duty from their clubs, World Rugby have doubled the …
Online Editors
23 May, 16:05
Coaches 'normalising' the use of homophobic language in Australasia says shock survey
Following recent controversies affecting Southern Hemisphere rugby, an Australian professor is calling for the All Blacks to start…
Online Editors
23 May, 15:07
Perry Baker: 'You walk around with a target on your back'
It feels like the rugby Gods have been with us this season and it’s crazy to be No1 all the way through the HSBC World Rugby Sev…
Perry Baker
23 May, 13:40
Marler's Barbarians call-up will generate England intrigue
It's nearly a full season since Joe Marler quit Test rugby but with Mako Vunipola currently injured, the loosehead's call-up to fa…
Online Editors
23 May, 11:56
Ex-All Black calls on England to select 'devastating' Mike Brown
All Black Nick Evans believes Mike Brown has turned himself into an attacking force Eddie Jones must include in England’s World …
Chris Jones
23 May, 11:40
Scottish grassroots player cops lengthy ban for avoiding drugs test
A player who misleadingly claimed he was not registered with the SRU has been found guilty of avoiding a drugs test and has copped…
Online Editors
23 May, 8:38
Fans told to stay away from Fiji Sevens players in London
Fiji Sevens coach Gareth Baber is today celebrating his birthday but the squad is avoiding any distractions.
The Wallabies' biggest weakness ahead of the international season
When Michael Cheika named his squad to travel to the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England, he had two experienced, proven performers to…
Tom Vinicombe
23 May, 5:26
The modern-day midfielder - how rugby's most demanding position is asking for more
The modern-day midfielder, in particular the outside centre, has been the subject of transformation in the last decade morphing in…
World Rugby still pushing the Nations Championship - with Japan and Fiji included
World Rugby are continuing to push the proposed Nations Championship - the global tournament which would see the top international…
Online Editors
22 May, 23:49
Black Ferns add New Zealand Barbarians fixture to an already stacked schedule
The recently named 2019 Black Ferns squad have added a match against a New Zealand Barbarians women's side to their already sizeab…
Online Editors
22 May, 23:03
Crusader's Fiji omission could leave door open for All Blacks call-up
Fiji announced their World Cup training squad today, and it is a team that looks to be a genuine threat to Australia and Wales in …
Josh Raisey
22 May, 19:16
Beaumont's welcome message for Fiji and Samoa at their first World Rugby Council meeting
It has been a good Wednesday for the like of Fiji and Samoa at the World Rugby Council in Dublin, but Thursday's decision on the p…
Online Editors
22 May, 18:45
David Nucifora has resolved his future as IRFU performance director
Australian David Nucifora promised change when he arrived into the IRFU in 2014 and so impressed has been his employer that they h…
Online Editors
22 May, 13:55
Meet rugby's new fastest man - his nickname is 'Quadzilla'
Australia Sevens have been dealt a major boost heading into next season, and the Olympics, with former sprinter Trae Williams sign…
Josh Raisey
22 May, 13:46
Rob Kearney the latest victim of an IRFU 'lowball'
David Nucifora had nine IRFU centrally contracted players falling out of deals this term and his hardball approach at the negotiat…
Liam Heagney
22 May, 13:06
Fiji name 38-man training squad ahead of RWC preparation
Fiji head coach John McKee has named a 38-man training squad for their upcoming fixtures with the Maori All Blacks and in the Paci…
The future All Blacks that could turn the inconsistent Blues from mediocre to genuine playoff contenders
If MacDonald is looking to make amends for in his bid to get the Blues back into the realm of Super Rugby title contenders, then t…
Reds star missing in vital clash for Australian conference title
Reds head coach Brad Thorn has left a key player out of his side to take on the Chiefs on Friday in a match which could have signi…
Online Editors
22 May, 5:08
Sam Cane returns to starting lineup in unfamiliar position for Chiefs
All Blacks flanker Sam Cane will start his first game in seven months after breaking his neck while playing against South Africa l…
Online Editors
22 May, 4:47
No division in Wallabies camp ahead of World Cup
Kurtley Beale has dismissed talk of division within the Wallabies playing ranks, insisting the entire squad of Rugby World Cup hop…
Online Editors
22 May, 2:20
Wallabies prop puts pen to paper
27-year-old Wallabies star Scott Sio has re-signed with Rugby Australia and the Brumbies until the end of 2022 on a new three-year…
Online Editors
21 May, 23:13
'He's pretty philosophical about it. He's old now'
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Online Editors
21 May, 20:29
Tributes paid to 'one of rugby's all-time greats'
George Smith has brought the curtain down on his stellar playing career and the world of rugby has reacted in unison, praising the…
Josh Raisey
21 May, 18:16
'Development of women in rugby is the single greatest opportunity for our sport to grow in the next decade'
With World Rugby claiming women’s rugby is experiencing unprecedented growth, they have taken the next steps along the way to re…
Online Editors
21 May, 13:29
Fiji's World Cup preparations dealt a blow as coach cut from staff
The perennial problem of keeping rugby in Fiji on budget has forced head coach John McKee to release one of his support staff ahea…
Chris Jones
21 May, 12:23
Sale Sharks send message to Eddie Jones
With Sale Sharks’ season now over, they took to Twitter recently to congratulate winger Denny Solomona on finishing the regular …
Josh Raisey
21 May, 10:49
Cian Healy sorts out his IRFU future
Cian Healy's renaissance following an injury-hit few years has been so impressive that the IRFU have moved to ensure the loosehead…
Online Editors
21 May, 10:12
'I'm disappointed with my actions' - Wallabies hooker Latu stood down by Waratahs
Waratahs and Wallabies hooker Tolu Latu has been stood down by his Super Rugby club until a court appearance for alleged drink dri…
Online Editors
21 May, 8:27
New Zealand Rugby and Crusaders to investigate player behaviour allegations in South Africa
New Zealand Rugby and the Crusaders are jointly reviewing allegations about player behaviour while on tour in South Africa.
Online Editors
21 May, 2:23
Rugby players' union sets up review: how can players display their faith?
The rugby players' union (RUPA) is to set up a committee to review how players can express their faith and beliefs after the Israe…
Online Editors
21 May, 1:41
Crusaders star faces fresh allegations of inappropriate touching and spitting beer at woman in Cape Town
Crusaders players are facing more allegations in the wake of their tour to South Africa following accusations of 'homophobic behav…
Online Editors
21 May, 0:29
Wallaby hooker Latu grilled by Rugby Australia's integrity unit
Wallabies and Waratahs hooker Tolu Latu has been interviewed by Rugby Australia's integrity unit over an alleged drink driving off…
Online Editors
20 May, 11:42
'One week a lad can be farming in his village and the next he is playing in Hong Kong'
Gareth Baber is en-route to link up with his Fiji Sevens squad in London having overcome the latest set-back in a season that has …
Hansen outlines his Sonny Bill Williams selection policy
The 33-year-old Auckland Blues back, a member of the World Cup winning squads in 2011 and 2015, suffered a knee injury in late Mar…
Online Editors
20 May, 6:00
Israel Folau fires parting shot to RA in a public statement after deciding not to appeal
Former Wallaby and New South Wales rugby union representative Israel Folau today confirmed he will not appeal Rugby Australia's de…
Online Editors
20 May, 5:18
No appeal by Israel Folau: contract torn up by Rugby Australia
Israel Folau's multi-million dollar contract is to be torn up by Rugby Australia after he failed to lodge an appeal before the 72-…
Online Editors
20 May, 4:53
'I still believe now that I had Welsh blood running through my veins' - Grannygate victim unapologetic nearly two decades after scandal
Nearly two decades after the infamous 'Grannygate' scandal, former All Blacks and Wales fullback Shane Howarth remains adamant of …
Online Editors
20 May, 0:57
'It is has been quiet in terms of contact...Hopefully, I can rock up'
Scrumhalf Faf de Klerk flies home to South Africa tomorrow to start preparing for the Springboks assault on the World Cup.
Waratah hooker Latu booted from Wallabies camp
Tolu Latu has some explaining to do, his NSW Waratahs coach says, after the hooker's failure to inform the Super Rugby club of an …
Online Editors
19 May, 3:40
One All Black captain returns as another succumbs to injury
This weekend's action may have been tough watching for the All Blacks selectors, but there was a ray of light in the form of Sam C…
Online Editors
19 May, 2:32
Diamond demands England 'get their act together'
Steve Diamond criticised England’s selection ahead of the World Cup after Sale Sharks edged out Gloucester 46-41 in a thrilling …
Online Editors
18 May, 21:16
'As far as we're aware, he's an innocent man' - Waratahs react to latest unfolding off-field drama
The NSW Waratahs have defied another off-field scandal to stretch their interstate Super Rugby dominance over the Queensland Reds …
Online Editors
18 May, 13:32
Wallaby arrested - Rugby Australia release statement
Rugby Australia have released a statement after it was reported that Wallaby hooker Tolu Latu has been arrested for drink driving.…
Ian Cameron
18 May, 10:34
Drums beat louder for a former English prop to return to international rugby
After the news emerged that England and Saracens prop Mako Vunipola will require surgery on a torn hamstring, calls are being made…
Jaguares' continued improvement raises questions over the future of Argentina and Super Rugby
OPINION: Last night’s victory over the Hurricanes marked the third time that the Jaguares have triumphed over a New Zealand team…
Tom Vinicombe
18 May, 2:56
'Unfortunately we had no other choice but to take the path of action that we did' - Raelene Castle on Israel Folau
Having informed Israel Folau that his contract with Rugby Australia is being terminated, Raelene Castle has appeared on RUGBY.com.…
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17 May, 11:46
Israel Folau shares first social media posts since controversy
With the dust now settling on Rugby Australia's decision to terminate his contract, Israel Folau had returned to social media and …
Josh Raisey
17 May, 10:04
Fiji fly out for London Sevens minus their hospitalised coach
Fiji's season on the international sevens circuit has been eventful and the latest drama has concerned the hospitalisation of thei…
'Upholding my religious beliefs should not prevent my ability to work or play for my club and country'
Israel Folau says he is weighing up his options after having his multi-million-dollar Rugby Australia contract terminated for his …
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17 May, 7:53
Israel Folau: The star that burned twice as bright but half as long
If this truly is the end of Israel Folau's football career in Australia, the dual international's car crash-style exit will have b…
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17 May, 6:18
Israel Folau's contract terminated by Rugby Australia
A three-person independent panel have today announced their verdict what to do with Israel Folau - 10 days after deciding the Wall…
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17 May, 5:11
Stat Attack: Frizell and Jacobson make their cases for World Cup selection
ANALYSIS: With only four rounds left in the regular season of Super Rugby, New Zealand's potential blindside options are running o…
Tom Vinicombe
17 May, 2:21
You must have two halfbacks and two hookers, so these two must be considered as third-choice options for the All Blacks
So when the All Blacks selectors sit down to name their 31-man Rugby World Cup squad, they will need a No 3 No 2 and a No 3 No 9, …
Campbell Burnes
17 May, 1:05
Jake White wants to kill team announcements
Former Springbok head coach Jakes White wants to do away with team announcements in rugby union.
Ian Cameron
16 May, 10:30
Infamous All Black history turned on its head with new revelation about Murdoch's banishment
For nearly 50 years it was thought that Keith Murdoch was sent home from the 1972 All Blacks tour for punching a security guard, b…
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16 May, 9:49
Handre Pollard's departure from South African rugby will hopefully see him realise his potential
Pollard’s ability is unquestionable but he is not heading to Montpellier as the finished product. South African rugby has failed…
Plenty of options for a post-2019 All Blacks midfield
OPINION: The All Blacks midfield is in safe hands for the upcoming World Cup, with plenty of options to pick from. Looking forward…
Tom Vinicombe
16 May, 6:10
Karmichael Hunt has some idea of what Folau is going through
Few people know what's going through Israel Folau's mind. But if anyone can imagine what the isolation feels like, it's Karmichael…
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16 May, 2:32
Nations Championship to return to the fore but Ireland and Scotland drag their heels - reports
The Nations Championship has reared its head again and it looks as if further compromises could be about to be made by World Rugby…
'We're in the process of identifying someone to supplement and add to our current coaching group'
Speculation about Conor O'Shea's position in charge of Italy has grown with Cheetahs' revelation Franco Smith is leaving, but the …
Chris Jones
15 May, 15:31
Franco Smith's on-off situation with Conor O'Shea's Italy is rather bizarre
PRO14 franchise Cheetahs said goodbye to their boss Franco Smith this week, but their revelation that he is off to Italy was curio…
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15 May, 10:46
Folau makes cryptic changes to his social media accounts
Israel Folau has sent cryptic social media messages ahead of the verdict into the code of conduct hearing brought against him by R…
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15 May, 9:03
Folau is being rightfully reprimanded - but why do other players keep escaping punishment for their wrongdoings?
OPINION: Israel Folau's contract is on the brink of termination. While there should be no doubts that he is getting exactly what h…
Tom Vinicombe
15 May, 6:23
Wallabies hooker to make return against Japan Wolfpack
Wallabies hooker Jordan Uelese will take a step closer to a return to Super Rugby action when he lines up for the Rebels' second t…
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15 May, 5:23
Jack Goodhue signs contract extension with Crusaders
All Blacks midfielder Jack Goodhue headlines a trio of re-signings made by the Crusaders as the reigning back-to-back champions lo…
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15 May, 1:14
'Some may say I turned my back to Fiji, but it isn't the full story... I wanted to give our local players a chance'
Taqele Naiyaravoro has been capped in the past by Australia, but he has now explained why he played for them and why he wants to p…
Chris Jones
14 May, 19:20
'It isn't a case that intellectual property goes and the new one comes in'
Warren Gatland put a cat among pigeons when suggesting it would be disappointing to lose Wales staff to Irish provinces, but Wayne…
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14 May, 17:20
Why the Aaron Smith-Josh Ioane partnership is the foundation of the Highlanders' future
Josh Ioane has stepped up to the plate in terms of filling the boots of Lima Sopoaga at the Highlanders, and a lot of that has to …
Maori All Blacks to take on Fiji in two-match series
The pride of the Maori All Blacks haka will face the fierce Fijian cibi when the two sides play in a home and away two-match serie…
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14 May, 5:12
Sam Cane set to complete broken neck recovery
Injured All Blacks flanker Sam Cane is poised to return to the Chiefs for the first time since breaking his neck while playing aga…
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14 May, 2:25
Rugby Australia on high alert as major broadcaster goes on 'cost-cutting measures' in sports rights
Rugby Australia has been given a scare just as negotiations for the next rights cycle start with current rights holder Foxtel anno…
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14 May, 2:08
Israel Folau set to lose relationship with closest ally
Israel Folau has lost a lot in the wake of his saga with Rugby Australia after making controversial anti-gay social media posts in…
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13 May, 22:35
Wallaby legend attempts to take credit for Brad Barritt's huge performance
Australian rugby legend David Campese has sent an interesting message to Saracens captain Brad Barritt after his side won their th…
Josh Raisey
13 May, 17:03
Fiji 7s coach struck down with bacterial infection as squad named
Fiji’s bid to recapture the HSBC World Rugby Sevens title has received a major boost with Waisea Nacuqu, who broke his collar bo…
Fiji name exciting squad for first World Rugby U20 Championship in five years
Fiji have submitted their squad for the upcoming World Rugby U20 Championship in Argentina. The bad news? The competition is more …
Why Leicester Tigers playmaker Matt Toomua could debut for Rebels as early as this week
Leicester Tigers five-eighth Matt Toomua could be in line to make his debut for the Melbourne Rebels in Super Rugby as early as th…
Online Editors
13 May, 4:05
Can Rugby Australia punish Israel Folau and come out victorious?
The Israel Folau saga doesn't appear to be diminishing any time soon, but can Rugby Australia find themselves on the winning side …
Nick Turnbull
13 May, 0:27
'The way Satan works is he offers you stuff' - Folau
Israel Folau has revealed how he resisted the "temptation" of a peace offering from Rugby Australia that would have allowed him to…
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12 May, 18:04
Unrepentant Israel Folau breaks silence in Sydney church
Unrepentant Wallaby Israel Folau has described his controversial fallout with the Rugby establishment as "challenging" and spoken …
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12 May, 11:38
Australia's new director of rugby sends message to Polynesian players
Rugby Australia's new director of rugby has moved to ease tension among the Polynesian playing ranks amid concerns the Israel Fola…
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12 May, 0:23
NZ Rugby faces battle with rival codes to sign 10.19 second sprint sensation Edward Osei-Nketia
New Zealand Rugby face a battle to attract New Zealand born sprint sensation Edward Osei-Nketia.In April the NZR confirmed their i…
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11 May, 12:32
Double blow for Highlanders as two All Blacks ruled out of tour to South Africa
The Highlanders have been dealt a double blow ahead of their tour to South Africa as two All Blacks have been ruled out of travell…
Fans call for Richie Mo'unga to start at 10 for All Blacks following masterclass performance against Bulls
Crusaders first-five Richie Mo'unga has sent fans into raptures on social media with a sensational outing during his side's 45-13 …
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11 May, 1:31
English, Irish and Scottish fans in agreement on Gatland appointment
After Warren Gatland was announced as the head coach for the British and Irish Lions for the third successive time, English, Irish…
Josh Raisey
10 May, 20:20
England fans send message to Eddie Jones
One of the biggest campaigns from England fans this season on social media has been the call for Danny Cipriani to be selected for…
Josh Raisey
10 May, 13:26
Warren Gatland will become Lions head coach for third time
The New Zealander will be in charge for the tour to South Africa.
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10 May, 8:00
Why Israel Folau refused chance to save career
Controversial Wallabies and Waratahs star Israel Folau spurned the chance to save his $4 million contract with Rugby Australia dur…
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10 May, 0:24
Fan behaviour threatens future of Army versus Navy game
The famous Army versus Navy rugby match, which attracted a sell out 80,000 crowd to Twickenham, is under threat due to the behavio…
Chris Jones
09 May, 15:16
'He's got strange ideas in his head... he appears to be caught up in a relatively small community of zealots'
Former Wallaby Clyde Rathbone claims Israel Folau is 'free to say whatever he chooses, but he is not free to force Rugby Australia…
Online Editors
09 May, 9:27
Giant Taqele Naiyaravoro's Fijian World Cup dream hanging by a thread
The Fiji sevens squad are currently undergoing intensive training in an attempt overtake the USA.
'I think he would get a lot of satisfaction out of playing for Tonga'
Folau is waiting to receive his punishment for being found guilty at a code of conduct hearing after his controversial Instagram p…
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09 May, 0:11
CEO Sweeney set to start tackling busy RFU in-tray on Thursday
Bill Sweeney will finally get to work at the RFU this Thursday having been announced in February as the successor to former CEO St…
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08 May, 13:00
'Waisake is a special member of the All Blacks group... we wish him well for his future ventures'
It can't be easy for New Zealand to lose another star player to an overseas club offer, but All Blacks boss Steve Hansen has led t…
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08 May, 10:56
'I feel that we get the short end of the stick a lot of times in South Africa'
Veteran Schalk Brits, who will be 38-years-old on May 16, wants to see an overhaul of the Super Rugby judicial committee hearing s…
Chris Jones
07 May, 14:24
Paddy Jackson signing sparks Twitter storm
London Irish’s recent announcement of signing former Ireland fly-half Paddy Jackson has been marred in controversy on social med…
Josh Raisey
07 May, 13:38
England U20s announce squad for World Rugby U20 Championship
England have announced their 28-man squad for the World Rugby U20 Championship in Argentina next month, with a number of notable a…
London Irish seal Paddy Jackson deal
London Irish have confirmed the signing of Paddy Jackson. He is the sixth major signing for the new season.
Online Editors
07 May, 10:47
Damian McKenzie gives first update after devastating knee injury
All Blacks and Chiefs fullback Damian McKenzie has given an update on social media for the first time since an ACL injury that rul…
Folau found guilty of 'high-level breach'
Israel Folau's Wallabies career appears increasingly in the balance after a Code of Conduct hearing concluded in Sydney today.
Online Editors
07 May, 8:38
James Haskell takes 'really difficult decision' to retire
James Haskell has announced his intention to retire from professional rugby at the end of the 2018/19 season.
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07 May, 8:14
All Blacks halfback re-commits to New Zealand Rugby
New Zealand Rugby have re-signed another All Black on a long-term deal as fears continue to diminish regarding a post-World Cup ex…
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06 May, 23:29
Former All Black great convicted of domestic violence
Former All Blacks prop Carl Hayman has reportedly been convicted of domestic assault in France.
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06 May, 20:29
Global Rapid Rugby adds Fiji to the mix in its showcase season
Global Rapid Rugby's preparations for its inaugural season in 2020 took another step forward as its Fijian side, the Swire Shippin…
Folau hearing set for venue switch
The intrigue over Wallabies' star Israel Folau’s code of conduct hearing may extend beyond the third day, which isn't expected t…
Online Editors
06 May, 9:21
Why Sevu Reece may never play for Fiji
Head coach coach John McKee believes Crusaders winger Sevu Reece wants to play for Fiji at the World Cup.
'You don't go into sevens for the money... the guys at the top of the Scotland set-up will be on £35k'
Having carved out a reputation for being fleet-footed on the sevens pitch, Mark Robertson will have to move quickly to have his Fr…
Israel Folau rejects 'buyout' offer of a million dollars to walk away from Australian Rugby
Folau's landmark code of conduct hearing has resumed in Sydney.Folau returned to Rugby Australia (RA) headquarters on Sunday morn…
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05 May, 2:41
Watch: Australia under-20 fullback pulls off Gregan-like try-saving tackle on flying NZ winger
The Junior Wallabies beat New Zealand under-20's for just the second time in history in the Oceania Championships on the Gold Coas…
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05 May, 1:46
Junior Wallabies shock rugby world by demolishing New Zealand in Oceania U20s Championship final
The Junior Wallabies have won the Oceania U20s Championship for the first time leaving New Zealand scoreless 24-nil at Bond Univer…
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04 May, 13:25
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika makes appearance at Israel Folau hearing
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has made an intriguing appearance at Rugby Australia (RA) headquarters in Sydney as Israel Folau fi…
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04 May, 4:43
D-Day for Israel Folau and Rugby Australia
It's D-Day for Rugby Australia and Israel Folau as Australian sport's most divisive issue comes to a head in Sydney.
Online Editors
03 May, 23:39
Fijian duo could yet make final legs of World Series
Jerry Tuwai and Waisea Nacuqu could defy injury worries and force their way back into the Fijian 7s squad for the final legs of th…
Chris Jones
03 May, 10:09
Rugby Australia should make peace with Israel Folau
Israel Folau will learn his future with Rugby Australia as his code of conduct hearing takes place this weekend, but should Austra…
Nick Turnbull
03 May, 5:17
Schoolboy star lured back to Australia from New Zealand
An Australian schoolboy sensation has been lured back to his homeland from New Zealand after spending a year-and-a-half with the C…
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03 May, 4:09
The Matt Giteau post on Folau that nearly everyone can agree on
Australian centurion Matt Giteau has taken to social media to share his views regarding what has happened in the world of rugby ov…
Josh Raisey
02 May, 15:48
All is ready for Israel Folau's code of conduct hearing on Saturday... just don't expect a quick outcome
All the planning has been done in readiness for Israel Folau's code of conduct hearing in Sydney on Saturday, but it's expected th…
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02 May, 13:32
Nic White's Wallaby World Cup dream is alive thanks to Rob Baxter's generosity
Nic White had no hope of representing Australia at the 2019 World Cup until Exeter coach Rob Baxter agreed to allow him negotiate …
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02 May, 11:11
'This has been an incredibly difficult decision to reach, but I won't be renewing my contract'
After months of speculation, Shaun Edwards has finally confirmed he will follow Warren Gatland out the door at Wales and explore o…
Online Editors
02 May, 9:44
Wallabies divided? Players will refuse to play if Folau wins case to play - reports
The divisive Israel Folau threatens to split the Wallabies squad with a number of players considering a boycott if the star fullba…
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01 May, 21:52
'I remember looking down and my foot was facing the other way' - Drew Mitchell recalls the horror injury that took years to get over
Former Wallaby winger Drew Mitchell has opened up about the mental battles that took years to overcome following a horrific ankle …
Online Editors
01 May, 21:13
All Blacks fans emphatic over who should be their next captain
All Blacks fans have highlighted Sam Whitelock as the captain in waiting, after signing a new four-year deal with New Zealand Rugb…
Josh Raisey
01 May, 17:06
Former NFL tight end becomes Major League Rugby's latest signing
Another American football player will embrace rugby next year as Old Glory DC, a team being added to MLR in 2020, have snapped up …
From American football to rugby union and bulking up 25kg - Saracens prop Titi Lamositele's journey
Prop Titi Lamositele was an American football star at High School running for 2172 yards and scoring 17 touchdowns and that explos…
Chris Jones
01 May, 12:54
'It's not something I would put up with' - Gatland's fears about the Shaun Edwards saga
Speculation about Shaun Edwards' future after the World Cup has taken on a life of its own... and Wales boss Warren Gatland is sic…
Online Editors
01 May, 7:31
RugbyPass Legends: Drew Mitchell on Big Money, World Cups and Green Whistles
In the next instalment of our RugbyPass Legends series, Jaybor Staunton sits down for a four-part interview with 71-Test former Wa…
NZR announce the first bumper deal for All Black captain-in-waiting
The next All Black captain has signed a long-term deal with the world champions in a momentous deal for New Zealand Rugby.
Online Editors
30 Apr, 20:56
Fiji U20s show their teeth ahead of World Rugby U20 Championship
The Fiji U20s turned in a much-improved performance against Australia on Tuesday, something which will have made teams heading to …
Bastareaud explains New York move
Toulon centre Mathieu Bastareaud explained why he is headed for New York after the Rugby World Cup.
Peter Hanson
30 Apr, 14:31
Scotland's women have called in a title-winning Ireland coach
Scotland have turned to a seasoned Ireland coach to rectify the issues that left them with the wooden spoon in the 2019 Six Nation…
Online Editors
30 Apr, 11:54
Wales name 42-man World Cup training squad
Wales have named a 42-man training squad to prepare for the 2019 Rugby World Cup, which includes 18 players with RWC experience an…
Online Editors
30 Apr, 11:05
'Crying shame' - Disbelief why McBryde not snapped up by Welsh region
It was announced on Monday that Robin McBryde’s association with Welsh rugby will end after the World Cup, as he is set to join …
Newcastle lock down 'talented young player' Matavesi to new deal
Newcastle Falcons are have locked down one of their most promising players Joel Matavesi.
Matavesi is yet to earn an internatio…
Online Editors
30 Apr, 8:38
'Might as well sack me' - Tongan Thor leaps to Samu Kerevi's defence as Reds and Wallabies star apologises for Instagram post
Queensland Reds and Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou has criticised the fact that Super Rugby and international teammate Samu Kerevi h…
Online Editors
30 Apr, 6:17
Why Ben Spencer can be the solution to England's lack of succession planning at nine
Under Eddie Jones, England have been proactive in their succession planning, something which could prove fruitful in the next cycl…
Sean O'Brien may have let the cat of bag over Rob Kearney's next move
Ireland and Leinster full-back Rob Kearney's playing future has been subject of plenty of speculation with his IRFU contract due t…
Online Editors
29 Apr, 17:33
Wales forwards coach McBryde lands club role post-RWC
Wales forwards coach Robin McBryde has secured his future after the Rugby World Cup after landing a new club role.
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29 Apr, 10:15
Fiji 7's coach lays out crucial changes needed to keep team competing for future honours
Head coach Gareth Baber, who has guided Fiji to within three points of HSBC World Sevens Series leaders USA despite injury disrupt…
All Blacks tighthead Franks suffers shoulder set-back, but Hansen gets double injury boost
All Blacks and Crusaders prop Owen Franks has suffered an injury set-back as looks to prove his form and fitness ahead of the Rugb…
Online Editors
29 Apr, 9:05
Farrell adds another coach to his Ireland set-up
Andy Farrell has added another coach to his Ireland set-up for when he takes over after the Rugby World Cup.
Online Editors
29 Apr, 8:27
Ex-All Black Adam Thomson returns to professional rugby after spine infection
Former All Blacks loose forward Adam Thomson has returned to professional rugby after a serious spinal infection kept him in hospi…
Online Editors
29 Apr, 3:15
Kiwi star fighting to save job as contract extension blocked by Wales Rugby Union
New Zealand-born Cardiff Blues loose forward Nick Williams is in a fight to save his career after a one-year contract extension wa…
Online Editors
29 Apr, 0:41
'It's probably the hardest thing I've had to do in life' - Sam Simmonds on his 30-week injury rehab
It's now 30 weeks since Sam Simmonds suffered the knee injury that has presented him with the biggest challenge of his life, a bat…
Liam Heagney
28 Apr, 9:12
Beating South Africa at under-20s only adds to England's selection dilemma
England's under-20s beat South Africa on Friday night and some performances will give the three-time champions plenty of selection…
'It's pretty special form, isn't it?' - Crusaders rookie backed for All Blacks honours as Steve Hansen keeps eye on youngsters
In the wake of another sensational outing for the Crusaders, head coach Scott Robertson has backed one of his rookie wings for a c…
Online Editors
27 Apr, 5:23
All Blacks stars near Super Rugby return for Highlanders
A pair of All Blacks stars are close to making their full returns to Super Rugby after long injury lay-offs.
Online Editors
27 Apr, 1:39
World Rugby backs Ben Ryan's five-a-side 'Rugby X' event
World Rugby has approved a radical new format of the game which is set to be given a trial run at an event in London later this ye…
Online Editors
26 Apr, 22:35
Beale worried about Folau's 'head space'
Israel Folau is soon to learn his fate from Rugby Australia and Kurtley Beale has concerns for his Waratahs team-mate.
Peter Hanson
26 Apr, 13:23
From Uganda to the All Blacks: The problem facing Tier Two World Cup nations
Every World Cup provides tier two nations the chance to test themselves against elite tier one opposition, but some tier two natio…
World Rugby trial sees 13-man bench used for NZ U20's opening Oceania match
A World Rugby trial will see 13-man benches used during New Zealand's opening match of the Oceania Under 20 Championship.
Online Editors
26 Apr, 1:18
New Zealand Rugby re-sign star first-five Richie Mo'unga
New Zealand Rugby have captured the signature of All Blacks and Crusaders first-five Richie Mo'unga, who has signed a three-year c…
Online Editors
26 Apr, 0:04
'I just want to address that I mistakenly liked Israel Folau's post'
Israel Folau's controversial use of social media has led to players in Europe getting caught up in the controversy, Ireland's Bund…
Online Editors
25 Apr, 16:18
'I'm glad I didn't burn my bridges... if I had, I probably wouldn't be playing for Scotland now'
Stuart Hogg reflects on being caught out in Belfast trying to engineer a 2014 move from Glasgow, a caper that potentially could ha…
Online Editors
25 Apr, 10:44
'China asked us if Fiji could supply about 200 coaches which was impossible for us'
So impressed are the Chinese with the success of Fiji in the Sevens game that they recently made an extraordinary request to the O…
All Blacks Watch - How are New Zealand's hookers faring in Super Rugby?
We're now past the half-way point in Super Rugby and the All Blacks selectors will be slowly inking in their initial squad for the…
Tom Vinicombe
25 Apr, 3:07
Jonny Wilkinson opens up on his struggles as an international flyhalf: ''Would I go back?' Not a chance.'
In rugby terms, the ultimate dream for any aspiring player would surely be kicking that coveted goal to secure your team a clutch …
Online Editors
25 Apr, 2:16
Faletau's comeback plan waiting on midweek scan result
Taulupe Faletau's season hasn't been much fun due to a series of forearm injuries, but he is now on the mend and hoping for positi…
Liam Heagney
24 Apr, 21:36
RugbyPass Legends: Drew Mitchell on the Red Heavies, Harry Harpoons and the debut that never was
In the next instalment of our RugbyPass Legends series, Jaybor Staunton sits down for a four-part interview with 71-Test former Wa…
'Massive opportunity missed' - Eddie Jones lambasts Sunwolves' culling from Super Rugby
Former Japan head coach Eddie Jones has blasted the decision to cut the Sunwolves from Super Rugby at the end of next season.
Online Editors
24 Apr, 5:23
Wallabies' simple selection policy: 'If their form is good enough, they get picked'
Australian director of rugby Scott Johnson has made it clear that form will eclipse experience when the Wallabies squad is finalis…
Online Editors
24 Apr, 5:21
Bath and England wings nearing return as season winds down and RWC looms
Bath have been given a couple of key fillips as they attempt to finish their season strongly, with a couple of difference-makers i…
'Rugby is continuing to succeed in the transformation process,' insists Jurie Roux
Transformation has been a tricky balancing act for South African rugby, but Jurie Roux believes a new report into sport in the cou…
Online Editors
23 Apr, 12:58
Another curveball thrown in the saga of Shaun Edwards' future beyond 2019 - reports
Shaun Edwards' future beyond the 2019 World Cup is developing into a long-running story that has no end yet in sight... left miffe…
Online Editors
23 Apr, 9:02
Hunt 'feels for' Folau and explains why his absence may open doors
Karmichael Hunt says he feels for Israel Folau but believes the Wallabies star's absence could allow the NSW Waratahs to finally g…
Online Editors
23 Apr, 8:58
All Blacks rake in another hooker until 2021
The All Blacks have secured the services of another hooker until 2021, with Nathan Harris inking a new deal with New Zealand Rugby…
Online Editors
22 Apr, 21:38
Brumbies elder statesman's career could be over
The career of Australia's oldest Super Rugby player appears to be over after Brumbies hooker Josh Mann-Rea suffered a serious kne…
Online Editors
22 Apr, 21:36
London Irish powerhouse has warning for teams playing Fiji in the World Cup
Albert Tuisue has powered London Irish back into the English Premiership and now wants to help Fiji win the World Cup in Japan.
Chris Jones
22 Apr, 14:48
Six future stars from the U18 Six Nations Festival
Hartpury College, Sixways and Kingsholm have played host to the U18 Six Nations Festival over the past week, with all competing na…
All Blacks selector hints at RWC squad in aftermath of losing McKenzie
New Zealand selector Grant Fox has shed some further light on the thinking within the All Blacks camp following the season-ending …
Unlucky Quinn Tupaea resets sights on Under 20 glory
Denied of a Super Rugby contract by the Chiefs despite a stellar Mitre 10 Cup campaign last year, New Zealand Under 20 star Quinn …
Campbell Burnes
22 Apr, 3:39
David Pocock flown home from South Africa
Brumbies flanker David Pocock has been flown home from his sides tour of South Africa and Argentina the franchise have confirmed.
Online Editors
21 Apr, 8:50
British & Irish Lions coach for 2021 tour of South Africa agreed in principle
On the back of successful tours to both Australia and New Zealand, current Wales coach Warren Gatland is set to lead a third Briti…
Online Editors
21 Apr, 2:13
All Blacks star makes strong statement against former teammate Israel Folau
A former Waratahs prop and current All Blacks star has made a strong statement against Israel Folau in the opening match of round …
Online Editors
20 Apr, 3:36
England centre Ben Te'o among 8 players to leave Worcester Warriors
Worcester Warriors have announced that eight players will be leaving the club at the end of the current season.
The most high p…
Online Editors
19 Apr, 12:25
'I think he's hurt the team' - Foley has his say on Folau
Long-time Wallabies and Waratahs teammate Bernard Foley has spoken about the furore surrounding Israel Folau's social media posts.…
Online Editors
19 Apr, 8:31
Four in frame for France role after Laporte rejects reports Galthie has the job
We list the candidates who could still be in the running to take over from Jacques Brunel after FFR President Bernard Laporte has …
James Harrington
18 Apr, 17:08
Former Lions predict 'chaos' after Jason Leonard appointed Chairman of Lions
A number of former Lions have given their verdict on what will ensue in the forthcoming British and Irish Lions tour in 2021, afte…
Josh Raisey
18 Apr, 16:42
'I haven't had any contact with England this season' - the English qualified backrow being left out in the cold
Sale Sharks captain Jono Ross is the hardest working player in the Gallagher Premiership and admits he is getting increasingly fru…
Chris Jones
18 Apr, 11:53
The rarest of the rare: An All Blacks bolter?
There are few things rarer in rugby than an All Blacks bolter, but could Steve Hansen be looking at one in the form of versatile a…
Shaun Edwards' talks with the WRU take another fresh twist - reports
Shaun Edwards' situation with Wales following the 2019 World Cup has become a drawn-out saga with no end yet in sight following th…
Online Editors
17 Apr, 13:39
NZR predict staggering NZ$30 million losses
The New Zealand Rugby Union has posted a NZ$1.9 (£900,000) million loss for 2018 and is predicted to be facing a massive NZ$30m (…
Chris Jones
17 Apr, 10:13
Hurricanes to partner with Japanese club as New Zealand rugby strengthens links abroad
Following the deal agreed between New Zealand Rugby and Harlequins last year, the Hurricanes are the latest to get involved in a c…
From a former Chief to a future Warrior: Could Cruden revitalise his career at Glasgow?
OPINION: Since leaving New Zealand's shores at the end of 2017, Aaron Cruden has experienced a torrid time in the south of France.…
Tom Vinicombe
17 Apr, 5:05
Israel Folau responds to Rugby Australia breach notice
Wallabies star Israel Folau has responded to his breach notice from Rugby Australia as his multi-million dollar contract hangs in …
Online Editors
17 Apr, 3:07
Nigel Owens has his say on Folau's comments
Leading Test rugby referee Nigel Owens has described Israel Folau's religious views as narrow minded and potentially "very, very h…
Online Editors
17 Apr, 1:17
Easter could delay the outcome of Folau's potential contract termination
If Folau chooses to take part in a code of conduct hearing, any outcome could be substantially delayed due to the Easter holidays.
Online Editors
16 Apr, 22:03
Has France found their new coach?
Rumours out of France suggest that an ex-Toulon coach could be on the cusp of taking over the national team.
Online Editors
16 Apr, 21:49
Twitter users poke fun at Bastareaud's rumoured move
Ahead of France centre Mathieu Bastareaud’s potential loan move to the United States after the World Cup, one question has been …
Josh Raisey
16 Apr, 12:15
'I'd think to myself 'he's looking at me going 'you're a pu**y' and 'you're so useless''
Former All Black Israel Dagg has opened up about his battles with mental health.
Earlier this month the 30-year-old retired fro…
Online Editors
16 Apr, 10:31
RFU issue warning to Vunipola
The RFU have formally warned Billy Vunipola over his recent social media activitiy in support of Israel Folau.
Online Editors
16 Apr, 9:15
Response to Folau & Vunipola shows importance of rugby's values - Andy Goode
The punishments meted out may be different but the incidents involving both Israel Folau and Billy Vunipola’s social media posts…
Rugby league option opens up for Israel Folau as he faces sacking from Rugby Australia
An avenue to return to the 13-man game has opened up for Israel Folau as he continues to fight to save his professional sporting c…
Online Editors
16 Apr, 5:02
'It's obviously a distraction' - Phipps speaks out on the Folau saga
Israel Folau's Wallabies and Waratahs teammate Nick Phipps has admitted that the furore surrounding Folau has been off-putting for…
Online Editors
16 Apr, 3:27
Who can replace the McKenzie magic?
OPINION: There are very few players in New Zealand who could offer a like-for-like replacement for Damian McKenzie, whose explosiv…
Tom Vinicombe
16 Apr, 2:20
The lonely road ahead for McKenzie will hopefully make him a better player
The star’s ruptured ACL will sideline him for eight months, ending his year and his dream of playing in this year’s World Cup.…
New Zealand Rugby re-sign All Blacks hooker on three-year deal
All Blacks and Highlanders hooker Liam Coltman has re-committed to New Zealand Rugby on a three-year deal through to 2022.
Online Editors
15 Apr, 22:57
Evangelical Alliance leader robustly defends Billy Vunipola in homophobia row
Billy Vunipola has received support from the Evangelical Alliance in the wake of the storm created by his defence of a homophobic …
Online Editors
15 Apr, 16:58
RFU's annual youth festival delights and frustrates in equal measure
The Wellington Festival kicked off on Saturday, offering a glimpse into the future of English rugby, but whilst the talent on show…
'James is a true warrior of our great game' - Horwill calls time
James Horwill has today announced that he will retire from professional rugby at the end of the season following an illustrious ca…
Online Editors
15 Apr, 9:55
Time's up for O'Shea as a PRO14 club claims their coach has been offered the Italian job
A PRO14 club has this weekend freely admitted that their in-demand coach is being lined up to switch to the Azzurri at the end of …
Online Editors
14 Apr, 20:26
Shaun Edwards' U-turn nearly complete as Welsh talks poised to reach conclusion
It was thought when Wales recently clinched the Six Nations Grand Slam that it was Shaun Edwards' last involvement in the tourname…
Online Editors
14 Apr, 15:17
Welsh fans fearing Warren Gatland is edging closer to the unthinkable
Rugby fans have given their opinion on Twitter over France’s decision to not appoint a foreign coach after the World Cup.
In search of BOD - Neil Best at the Singapore Sevens
Post playing Drico remains very much in demand but I figured he would be amenable to a few polite questions from a former teammate…
Battle for the All Blacks midfield reaches boiling point
OPINION: In 2018, the battle for starting midfield spots for the All Blacks was effectively considered a three-horse race between …
Tom Vinicombe
14 Apr, 4:55
'I know what I have seen you do' Aussie UFC fighter exposes Folau, says he needs 'a hiding'
UFC fighter Tai Tuivasa has claimed embroiled rugby star Israel Folau's past is creating hypocrisy of his present, with the out-sp…
Online Editors
13 Apr, 23:00
Courtney Lawes the latest to be dragged into 'Folau-gate'
England lock Courtney Lawes appears to be the latest player to have put himself in the middle of the controversy around Israel Fol…
Ian Cameron
13 Apr, 12:14
Slimmed down Scottish giant Gray reveling in new physique after losing 'four or five kilos'
These past two years, Richie Gray has been cruelly besieged by injury, his back, his calf and his hip doing their damnedest to kee…
Fallout for Folau supporters continues
While everyone awaits the final outcome for Israel Folau after Rugby Australia announced his contract would be terminated due to h…
Online Editors
13 Apr, 3:10
Third best in the country but still playing second fiddle at the Chiefs: New Zealand's halfback conundrum
OPINION: Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi is well entrenched as New Zealand's third halfback, but he has found game time hard to come by in …
Tom Vinicombe
12 Apr, 23:09
'It was substantially a bigger offer than he received from Saracens'
Cardiff Blues head coach John Mulvihill has questioned prop Rhys Carre's decision to join Saracens.
Online Editors
12 Apr, 16:12
Springbok Pollard set to land £1m-a-season move - reports
Springbok and Bulls flyhalf Handre Pollard could be heading to France at the end of this year's Rugby World Cup in Japan in what w…
Chris Jones
12 Apr, 15:38
Vunipola in the dock as Saracens and RFU react to his support for Folau
With the RFU seeking a meeting and Saracens issuing a statement, Billy Vunipola appears to have landed himself in hot water follow…
Online Editors
12 Apr, 14:29
'I'm at least everything on that list at least once' - Vunipola defends Folau
England number 8 Billy Vunipola has taken to Instagram to defend his decision to 'like' Israel Folau's controversial social media …
Online Editors
12 Apr, 10:07
Laporte explains why France said 'non' to a foreign coach
The results are in. They have been counted and verified. And they have told FFR President Bernard Laporte to stop looking beyond F…
James Harrington
12 Apr, 9:40
Fallen star Folau not finished with RA yet
Israel Folau and Rugby Australia are headed for a bitter showdown with the embattled Wallabies superstar pledging to tackle the go…
Online Editors
12 Apr, 8:14
From teenage prodigy to disgraced star: The stunning rise and fall of Israel Folau
If this truly is the end of the road for Israel Folau in Australian rugby, his car crash-style exit will have been as swift and sp…
Online Editors
12 Apr, 6:05
Israel Folau's secret meeting in a bid to save career
Israel Folau has been spotted publicly for the first time since he made two controversial posts on social media before heading to …
Online Editors
12 Apr, 5:36
'The guy is a moron' - Toulon owner rejects Israel Folau rumours as Wallabies star's career remains on tenterhooks
Toulon boss Mourad Boudjellal has ruled out the prospect of disgraced Wallabies star Israel Folau joining his side in the Top 14.
Online Editors
12 Apr, 4:09
Four potential players to replace Israel Folau at 15 for the Wallabies
With the news breaking that Rugby Australia are set to fire Israel Folau following his social media outburst, where does that leav…
'Having two opensides, I don't like it. Never have. Never will'
Most pundits would give the Wallabies no chance of winning the World Cup without Israel Folau, but changes to their backrow may be…
Online Editors
11 Apr, 13:41
'A real stab in the heart' - Japan captain Leitch sends Folau passionate video message
Japan captain Michael Leitch has sent a message to Israel Folau on Twitter calling for the Australian to apologise for comments he…
Josh Raisey
11 Apr, 12:52
Debate ignites online over Folau's next destination
Rugby fans around the world have weighed in with their opinion after it appears Rugby Australia have terminated Israel Folau’s c…
Josh Raisey
11 Apr, 11:46
Pocock suffers injury setback
Star Wallabies flanker David Pocock has made a false start in his comeback to Super Rugby.
Online Editors
11 Apr, 11:29
Dan Carter provides post-surgery update
All Blacks legend Dan Carter has given his followers on Instagram an update on his health after having surgery on his neck.
Folau comments 'clearly don't reflect the spirit of inclusion and diversity' that Qantas supports
Qantas has been quick to condemn Israel Folau's ill-thought social media posting - further putting Folau's future in rugby in jeop…
Online Editors
11 Apr, 2:42
Folau's future in doubt after 'unacceptable' comments on social media
Last year, Rugby Australia were very clear in their requirements laid out for Israel Folau and his social media presence. Those or…
Online Editors
10 Apr, 21:09
High-fives all around as Sale manage to keep their former All Black forward
Seasoned locks are worth their weight in gold in the Premiership which is why Sale are feeling pleased with their successful attem…
Online Editors
10 Apr, 13:00
Folau's career in the balance as Rugby Australia investigate 'unacceptable' Instagram post
When Israel Folau agreed to a four-year contract extension in February it was understood part of the agreement was he would tone d…
Online Editors
10 Apr, 11:15
Siale Piutau played his heart out for Bristol last Saturday despite a devastating family bereavement
Pat Lam gave Siale Piutau the option of skipping Bristol's match last Saturday after devastating family news emerged, but the Tong…
Online Editors
10 Apr, 9:48
Twelve Super Rugby squad members included in Wallabies U20 team
Nine returning players and twelve Super Rugby squad members are the key features of the Junior Wallabies squad named for the Ocean…
Online Editors
10 Apr, 5:17
'Personally I don't know how people can still play for Wales if they play outside of Wales'
Recent speculation has hinted that Rhys Webb could quit Toulon and catapult himself back into the World Cup selection frame with W…
Online Editors
09 Apr, 20:02
Fiji head coach hails Tuwai as 'four players on the field' and reveals Singapore strategy
Fiji coach Gareth Baber has paid tribute to Jerry Tuwai, describing the play-maker as “four players on the field” after securi…
Chris Jones
09 Apr, 14:27
For someone who had just won a million euro, Noves' Monday celebration was rather novel
There was no wild champagne and caviar celebration for Guy Noves following his huge compensation pay-out from the FFR, just a regu…
Online Editors
09 Apr, 13:35
Ireland's Addison faces World Cup fight after back surgery
Will Addison has been forced to go under the knife for a back injury that he picked up while training with Ireland during the Six …
Nathaniel Cope
09 Apr, 13:29
Scarlets lock down Springbok Kruger to new deal
South African international Werner Kruger has become the latest player to put pen to paper to agree a new deal with the Scarlets.
Online Editors
09 Apr, 12:24
New Zealand Rugby confirms interest in schoolboy sprinting sensation who ran 100m in 10.19 seconds
The 17-year-old Wellington schoolboy Edward Osei-Nketia has been identified by New Zealand Rugby as a potential star while New Zea…
Online Editors
09 Apr, 5:35
Julian Savea responds to Kings transfer rumours
Former All Blacks wing and under-fire Toulon star Julian Savea may have just saved the jobs of 20 Kings players with his recent co…
Online Editors
08 Apr, 22:52
Christian Wade finds landing spot in a NFL team
Christian Wade has been allocated to a team in the NFL and his dream of making it in American football just took a sizeable step f…
Sacked Guy Noves awarded hefty sum in FFR firing case
Sacked French rugby coach Guy Noves has been handed €1m by an industrial tribunal who ruled he was unfairly dismissed by the Fre…
Chris Jones
08 Apr, 13:50
'I've not made my mind up about anything yet, to be honest' - Edwards
Speculation has been rife about Shaun Edwards' future following his admittance after the Six Nations that he had not put pen to pa…
Four Toulon stars named in Barbarians squad to face England XV
Four Toulon’s stars have been named in the Barbarians squad that will face an England XV in Twickeham.
Online Editors
08 Apr, 10:28
'Blue Card' to be rolled out in South Africa at all levels of the game
The Blue Card – which signals players who need to be removed from the field due to a concussion or suspected concussion – will…
Online Editors
08 Apr, 8:21
Ospreys hooker Scott Baldwin pays tribute to surgeon who saved his hand following lion bite
Ospreys hooker Scott Baldwin has paid tribute to the surgeon who saved his left hand two years ago after a lion bite it during a t…
Online Editors
08 Apr, 5:35
Rugby Australia return to the black but it will only be shortlived as 2019 losses expected and watershed broadcast negotiations loom
Rugby Australia (Rugby AU) today announced its 2018 results at its Annual General Meeting, held at the Rugby Australia Building in…
Online Editors
08 Apr, 2:04
South African franchise willing to drop 20 players to capture All Blacks legend
An unexpected transfer proposal has emerged from South Africa, with reports of a struggling franchise willing to drop at least 20 …
Online Editors
07 Apr, 23:30
Pacific islanders dominate Hong Kong 7s 'dream team'
Pacific island players dominated the HSBC Hong Kong Sevens 'Dream Team' after a historic weekend in the code's most famous tournam…
Online Editors
07 Apr, 15:53
Fiji create history in Hong Kong
Fiji created history by securing a fifth consecutive title in Hong Kong with a 21-7 victory over France in the Cup final at the Ca…
Online Editors
07 Apr, 13:30
'We're just speechless' - Ireland Sevens take the step up to big boys' table with 'core team' status
Ireland have secured a place as a core team on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series 2020 after beating hosts Hong Kong in the final …
Online Editors
07 Apr, 10:50
Cheika and Johnson can't afford the Hart and Wyllie effect
The time Michael Cheika has remaining as Wallabies coach is significantly less than the time Scott Johnson has remaining as the Di…
Nick Turnbull
07 Apr, 7:05
England scrumhalf fears as Youngs out for rest of the season
Ben Youngs faces a race against time to prove his fitness ahead of the Rugby World Cup after Leicester Tigers revealed that the sc…
Ian Cameron
06 Apr, 16:27
'He was fired for a serious fault and he still does not know what is being blamed on him'
Ousted France boss Guy Noves had his day in court in February and will find out on Monday whether he has won his hefty claim for d…
Online Editors
06 Apr, 15:13
Cheika: Chubby Wallaby 'needs to get his rig in order'
Super Rugby's standout hooker has been brought down to earth on Australian television by Wallaby head coach Michael Cheika - who m…
Ian Cameron
06 Apr, 12:44
Watch: Former French enforcer Sebastien Chabal puts on a show at Hong Kong Sevens
If anyone has wondered what 41-year-old former French international Sebastien Chabal is doing these days, they would have been sur…
Online Editors
05 Apr, 23:53
From schoolboy supremo to World Cup star: The best three moments of Israel Dagg's career
It can't be refuted that he hasn't left his mark on the game, and the dazzling memories of three key moments will forever act as r…
Alex McLeod
05 Apr, 22:40
'The pain wasn't going, so I went home and had a couple of whiskies'
Now in an arm brace following an operation last week on his dislocated elbow, Josh Navidi has expressed relief that the friendly-f…
Online Editors
05 Apr, 14:25
Hansen set to head north and raid the Waratahs en route - reports
Steve Hansen has been linked with a number of roles in the northern hemisphere after the Rugby World Cup, but could he be looking …
Nations Championship deadline extended as unions weigh up options
World Rugby has told unions that time to consider the Nations Championship, the most radical revamp of international rugby since t…
Online Editors
05 Apr, 1:21
Fans share the love with Israel Dagg after surprise retirement announcement
Israel Dagg's retirement has come as a shock announcement this morning but fans have been quick to post tributes to the World Cup-…
Online Editors
04 Apr, 20:02
Saracens reveal Bosch is leaving the club
Saracens have confirmed Marcelo Bosch will leave the club at the end of the season.
Online Editors
04 Apr, 19:38
Injury sadly forces All Black Israel Dagg to call it quits at just the age of 30
Israel Dagg set the rugby world alight with the level of his exceptional play as an All Black full-back, but a knee injury has for…
Online Editors
04 Apr, 18:40
Wales and Exeter's exploitation of eligibility loophole has Twitter up in arms
After Wales prop Tomas Francis has signed a new contract with Exeter to keep him at Sandy Park until 2021 this week, fans have giv…
Josh Raisey
04 Apr, 12:05
Perry Baker column: 'I can eat steak again'
The great news is my broken jaw is fixed and all the metalwork has been removed which I means have been able to eat steak again! T…
Perry Baker
03 Apr, 20:47
'It wasn't just him' - Cheika on axing friend Larkam and 'four or five others'
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika admits he may have lost a friend but he had to shrug off the emotion of sacking Stephen Larkham for…
Online Editors
03 Apr, 20:29
B Sample results all but end Springbok's World Cup hopes
After an additional round of testing, Springboks and Sharks hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle’s B-sample also revealed the presence of t…
Online Editors
03 Apr, 12:30
SA Rugby report a profit for the first time in 3 years
SA Rugby posted a modest post-tax profit of R2m after two years of losses, it was announced at the Annual Meeting of the organisat…
Online Editors
03 Apr, 12:17
Navidi out for the rest of the season
Cardiff Blues have confirmed Josh Navidi has undergone successful surgery following the elbow dislocation he suffered against the …
Online Editors
03 Apr, 11:14
The Springbok rival that's kept Danny Care's England World Cup dream alive
Scrumhalf Danny Care is taking inspiration from Faf de Klerk’s return from test exile to power his bid to help England win the W…
Chris Jones
03 Apr, 10:06
'I know articles need to be sensational to entice readers - but come on, the man is world-class'
Owen Farrell has received a vote of confidence from one of his predecessors as England skipper amid ongoing scrutiny of the fly-ha…
Online Editors
03 Apr, 8:55
'It's the price you put on the jersey I guess' - Pivac on Gareth Anscombe's WRU wage battle
Most Wales players appear to be happy with the WRU's new wage structure, but in-demand Gareth Anscombe is a critic and incoming Wa…
Online Editors
02 Apr, 12:20
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