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Video - Richie McCaw calling the RWC2015 is must watch stuff
World Rugby had a particularly excellent Yuletide treat up their sleeve this Christmas for rugby fans.
Social media video highlights 2017
We look back at some of the social media video highlights and lowlights from 2017 including the Lions tour, Georgian Rugby and som…
Bok prop calls time on career over neck break fears
Former Springbok prop Julian Redelinghuys has called time on his career after breaking his neck last year.
WRU put timeline on Gatland's successor appointment
The identity of Warren Gatland's successor as Wales coach could be known more than a year before he is due to leave the role.
Iain Strachan
24 Dec, 11:38
Stats show All Blacks are the most ill-disciplined tier one side
When you think All Blacks, ill-discipline isn't the first thing to spring to mind but under Steve Hansens, indiscipline within t…
Peteso Cannon
22 Dec, 18:07
England duo Daly and Hughes to miss start of Six Nations
England have been dealt a blow after it was confirmed Elliot Daly and Nathan Hughes are unavailable for the start of the Six Natio…
Peter Hanson
21 Dec, 18:03
Former Union player amputates finger to speed up recovery for NRL season
A former rugby union age-grade star has taken the rather extreme step of having his finger amputated so that he can make a faster …
Ian Cameron
21 Dec, 15:06
Munster retain the services of CJ Stander
CJ Stander has signed a three year IRFU contract to remain at Munster until June 2021.
Podcast: The Off Season (Part 1)
With Scotty and Mils going on holiday early, James McOnie, Melodie Robinson, and Liam Napier step in to spread the footy cheer wit…
WRU chief executive addresses Gatland to Northampton rumours
Northampton Saints may be interested in Warren Gatland, but Wales expect him to stay until his contract expires after the 2019 Wor…
Alex Fisher
20 Dec, 21:44
'We can't go on like this' - report could seal Noves' fate
The future of France coach Guy Noves could be decided before Christmas, with Bordeaux's Jacques Brunel reportedly ready to take ov…
James Harrington
20 Dec, 13:52
Northampton Saints have just addressed the Warren Gatland rumours in a statement
Warren Gatland will be on the shortlist to replace Jim Mallinder as director of rugby at Northampton Saints.
The Premiership si…
Alex Fisher
19 Dec, 12:08
Concussed England flanker Sam Underhill still 'really symptomatic'
Things are not looking particularly good for England backrow Sam Underhill, who has been described by Bath headcoach Todd Blackadd…
Ian Cameron
18 Dec, 14:42
Lacuna in Coetzee's SARU contract means he can't be sacked - reports
The failure to put a performance clause in Alistair Coetzee's contract means that the task of removing the Springboks headcoach co…
Ian Cameron
18 Dec, 12:18
Julian Savea says shock switch to League still possible
All Black winger Julian Savea says he hasn't closed the door on the possibility of one day playing Rugby League. Savea is quoted a…
Ian Cameron
17 Dec, 11:58
Peter O’Mahony commits his future to Ireland and Munster
The IRFU and Munster Rugby today announced that Peter O’Mahony has signed a three-year contract with the IRFU which will see him…
Online Editors
15 Dec, 17:45
Lima Sopoaga defends Sonny Bill Williams following controversy
Lima Sopoaga has lept to the defence of fellow All Black Sonny Bill Williams after a recent Instagram photo stirred up controvers…
Peteso Cannon
15 Dec, 12:29
Why 2017 was the watershed year of women’s footy
NZ Rugby needs to act, and act fast. While it is financially the most dominant code in New Zealand, it could lose the attention of…
The Northern Migration: Conrad Smith
James McOnie spoke to Smith on a 2-degree day in the city of Pau (pop. 80,000), in the south of France.
James McOnie
14 Dec, 22:19
Hope for Itoje 6 Nations return?
Maro Itoje is only expected to be sidelined for another four weeks at the most, which will be a huge relief to England coach Eddie…
Peter Thompson
14 Dec, 21:32
The 1014 Rugby Awards - World XV 2017
The lads from the 1014 give us their rundown on who has impressed in 2017.
The Black Ferns take NZ's top team award
The Black Ferns have been named New Zealand's team of the year for the first time at the sport's annual award night in Auckland.
Online Editors
14 Dec, 20:19
EXCLUSIVE: Namibian Bothma to continue Jacques Burger's brutal European legacy
Harlequins flanker Renaldo Bothma has set himself the daunting challenge of replacing Jacques Burger as the face of Namibian rugby…
Chris Jones
14 Dec, 18:23
IRFU put together monster deal to keep Tadhg Furlong - reports
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) are putting together a massive deal in a bid to keep Tadhg Furlong it has been reported.
Ian Cameron
14 Dec, 14:50
Watch: Stuart Lancaster - 'You can't make the pain go away'
A lot can happen in two years and it's roughly that long ago that Stuart Lancaster was in the Twickenham stands, watching the home…
Online Editors
13 Dec, 11:55
Kieran Read to undergo significant spinal surgery
All Blacks captain Kieran Read will undergo significant spinal surgery this coming Saturday and is set to miss a large chunk of th…
Rugby Australia to bid for RWC 2021 & 2027
Chairman Cameron Clyne has announced Rugby Australia will bid for both the men's & women's Rugby World Cups.
Online Editors
13 Dec, 4:40
Wales receive yet another massive injury setback
Bath Rugby have today confirmed that Taulupe Faletau suffered a grade three medial knee ligament injury against Toulon on Saturday…
Online Editors
12 Dec, 17:24
What's next for Allister Coetzee
Allister Coetzee could be about to learn his fate this week as SA Rugby's executive council meet this week to conduct a review of …
Peteso Cannon
12 Dec, 17:08
Charles Piutau confident about representing Tonga at 2019 RWC
Charles Piutau is widely regarded as one of the most talented backs in world rugby and was widely expected to go on and win many m…
Peteso Cannon
12 Dec, 11:04
English clubs will bounce back from worst ever weekend in Europe – Andy Goode
Saracens’ record European Cup defeat in their controversially rearranged fixture against Clermont may have capped off the worst …
Watch: Four players that smashed it at the Cape Town Sevens
The Cape Town Sevens showcased some of the outrageous highlights that you can only find in the abbreviated form of the game.
Kiwi Raelene Castle set to become Rugby Australia CEO
Castle, who identifies as a New Zealander, is set to become the first female to take on a chief executive position of any Australi…
Online Editors
11 Dec, 19:48
World Rugby has its 105th member... and it's where Jurassic Park was filmed
World Rugby has welcomed the Federacion de Rugby de Costa Rica as a full member union, bringing the total number to 105 full membe…
Gatland reveals bitter Eddie O'Sullivan comment made in 2001 changing room
Wales coach Warren Gatland has revealed on a visit to Dublin a comment attributed to Eddie O'Sullivan that he felt summed up their…
Ian Cameron
11 Dec, 14:14
All Blacks Sevens win first title in almost two years
The All Blacks Sevens have tasted success for the first time since March 2016, beating Argentina 38-14 in the cup final at the Cap…
Online Editors
10 Dec, 18:55
What’s in a name? That other All Black team that isn’t very good
It’s more than a little galling to watch a team called the All Blacks get beaten 22-0 by the United States - but that's what hap…
Warburton set for lengthy spell on the sidelines
Wales have announced that Sam Warburton will be out for up to six months after undergoing surgery on a knee injury.
"Not our problem": Looking after rugby’s struggling nations is everyone’s problem
The saga revolving the perilous finances of Samoa (and indeed other Pacific Island unions) rumbled on this week, as the RFU issued…
Dan Johansson
08 Dec, 14:42
England winger set to miss Six Nations
England wing set for shoulder surgery, which could well rule him out of all or part of the Six Nations.
It remains to be seen h…
Christopher Devine
08 Dec, 14:21
Video - Behind the scenes at the Dubai 7s
Armed only with an iPhone, Liam Dunseath - AKA Suzy - ventured behind scenes at the Emirate Airlines Dubai Sevens, possibly the mo…
Liam Dunseath
08 Dec, 9:49
England to World Rugby: the Pacific Island mess is your problem, not ours
The RFU has voiced its opinion on the ongoing matter of Pacific Island rugby's financial instability, calling on World Rugby to ta…
Online Editors
08 Dec, 0:27
The 1014 Podcast Part 2 of 2: England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales
The 1014 explore how the Six Nations teams developed during the Autumn Internationals.
England's £120 million RWC war chest
The RFU is stopping at nothing to ensure that England comes home with the Rugby World Cup in 2019 - telling coach Eddie Jones it w…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 20:18
Currie Cup set for drastic change - Reports
One of the most revered competitions in the world, South Africa's premier domestic championship is set for a shocking change.
Online Editors
07 Dec, 7:52
Rugby's biggest controversies of 2017
Here’s a look at the moments on and off the field that made for an interesting season - from AWJ getting knocked out to Aaron Sm…
The 1014 Podcast: November Tests - Full Review - Part 1 of 2
The 1014 explore how the Southern Hemisphere and some Tier 2 teams developed through the November Tests
Saracens cagey on Itoje return
Maro Itoje will visit a consultant on Thursday, after which Saracens expect to have a clearer idea of how long he will be out of a…
Christopher Devine
06 Dec, 20:27
England prop Ellis Genge set to miss Six Nations
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that prop Ellis Genge will require surgery to a shoulder injury, putting his particpation in the S…
Online Editors
06 Dec, 16:51
Confirmed: Bath sign destructive Argentinian prop Noguera
Bath have today confirmed the signing of Argentinian international prop Lucas Noguera.
A destructive force at the scrum and eff…
Details of CJ Stander's IRFU offer emerges - and it's surprisingly low
Reports emerging this lunchtime have put a figure on how much both CJ Stander was being offered - at least initially - by the IRFU…
Ian Cameron
06 Dec, 13:56
'I knew I was getting booted out' - James Haskell joins The Rugby Pod
Wasps and England flanker James Haskell joins The Rugby Pod to discuss his future, the Lions and Eddie Jones’ visit to his house…
EXCLUSIVE: Haskell reveals new strategy in bid to reclaim England spot
James Haskell has turned to a sports psychologist who helps mixed martial arts fighters and poker players in a bid to regain his E…
Chris Jones
06 Dec, 11:37
The Season - Nudgee College - Episode 1
A look at one of Australia’s most prestigious rugby schools as the First XV navigate their way through the 2017 GPS Premiership …
Varsity Cup to test run possibly the most bizarre rules ever trialled
The Varsity Cup Competition, contested by top rugby-playing universities in South Africa, is set to trial new rules next year. The…
Online Editors
05 Dec, 18:52
Wasps captain signs new deal with club
It has been announced today that the Wasps captain has signed a new contract with the club, to the delight of Dai Young.
Maro Itoje in race to be fit for Six Nations
Maro Itoje is in serious doubt for England's first game of the Six Nations after Saracens confirmed he suffered a broken jaw in a…
Toulon owner lashes out at Dan Carter in newspaper column
The always outspoken Mourad Boudjellal has started a new column with Eurosport this week and already has taken aim at one of the b…
Springboks sink to second lowest World Ranking spot ever
The Springboks have dropped to their second lowest spot ever in the World Rugby rankings following their fifth loss of 2017 with S…
Ian Cameron
04 Dec, 18:43
World Rugby U20 Championship 2018 dates and locations confirmed
The host nation for the World Rugby U20 Championship has today been announced by World Rugby.
Watch - Parkes shown video message after match - he couldn't stop crying
Having just won a man of the match award on debut, Hadleigh Parkes becomes emotional when he views videos messages of support from…
Veteran All Black set to replace Vermeulen at Toulon
Reports emerging this morning from France suggest that Toulon could be about to lose a number of key players, including powerful b…
England not playing in Pacific Islands 'embarrassing and wrong' - Sir Clive Woodward
Former World Cup winning coach Sir Clive Woodward has blasted the RFU for being part of the financial problem affecting Pacific Is…
More former All Blacks call for Pacific Island eligibility rule change
Momentum is growing among former All Blacks to lobby World Rugby to allow them to represent the Pacific Island nations of their he…
Can you guess who this is?
A famous All Black has a fresh new look, all in the name of charity.
Springbok captain to see specialist following injury
South Africa will send Eben Etzebeth for further tests after the captain suffered neck and shoulder injuries against Wales.
Matthew Scott
03 Dec, 13:11
Six Nations Autumn Report: Where all six sit after November Tests
A look back at how the Six Nations contenders fared over the autumn and their chances of success in the new year.
Gatland pleased with Parkes impact in Springboks win
Hadleigh Parkes scored twice on debut for Wales against South Africa and Warren Gatland praised the New Zealand-born Scarlets cent…
Jack Davies
02 Dec, 21:34
Wales survive fightback to overcome Springboks
Wales edged South Africa in Cardiff but it should have been more comfortable for Warren Gatland's men.
Jack Davies
02 Dec, 17:10
Peter de Villiers in line for shock Springbok return? - reports
It has been reported in South Africa this morning that highly successful yet divisive former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers cou…
Ian Cameron
02 Dec, 13:21
Coetzee makes more remarkably upbeat comments about Boks' year
The Springboks play their last match of the season today against Wales in Cardiff, but captain Eben Etzebeth said his side will no…
Improvement in component of Ireland's game crucial for RWC2019 - O'Driscoll
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll believes the gap between the southern and northern hemispheres has narrowed as the 2019 World Cup …
Matthew Scott
02 Dec, 10:12
Video - Norton hits 22mph in Dubai
The HSBC Sevens World Series kicked off in Dubai today and the skills and footwork on display have already shown how exciting the …
World Cup bidding process to be overhauled following 2023 debacle
In the wake of the controversy which followed France's shock victory over Ireland and South Africa to host the 2023 Rugby World …
Venues for England's June test series in South Africa confirmed
SA Rugby have today confirmed the venues for England’s southern hemisphere tour to South Africa next June.
New front-runner tipped to replace Coetzee
As rumours continue to grow over the future of Allister Coetzee as South Africa's head coach a new name has now jumped to the fron…
South Africa name side for Wales clash
South Africa have changed five for the Test with Wales, with Bulls winger Warrick Gelant earning a first start.
Peter Hanson
30 Nov, 16:33
"Behave as if your mother was with you" - Welsh Police Commissioner
A Welsh Police Commissioner has called on the fans attending this weekend fixture between Wales and South Africa to behave themsel…
EXCLUSIVE: Azzuri 'nowhere near' England or Ireland - O'Shea gives brutal assessment
Conor O’Shea accepts his Italy team will need England to suffer a serious drop in performance to give the Azzuri any chance of p…
Chris Jones
30 Nov, 15:22
Speculation mounting on who will takeover from failing Noves regime
Fabien Galthie has rejected suggestions he could replace France coach Guy Noves, whose future is under scrutiny following a dismal…
James Harrington
30 Nov, 15:04
Depleted Wales mix it up for Springboks Test
Wales make five changes for their Test against South Africa, with Scarlets centre Hadleigh Parkes to make his debut.
Peter Hanson
30 Nov, 12:48
Video - O'Driscoll takes part in the infamous England 7s 'Death Zone' session
HSBC Sevens World Cup ambassador Brian O'Driscoll takes to the pitch once more to take on a physically demanding training session …
Late Tackle - Introductions
The Late Tackle team of Howie Kahn, Anton van Zyl and Morgan Newman introduce their new panel show for RugbyPass.
5 key points after the Wallabies' end of year tour
There have been plenty of noteworthy things from an up and down tour, so here's a few points.
Robert Seltzer
30 Nov, 1:20
Tongan revolution continues - world's highest paid player in sights for World Cup
Having seemingly taken inspiration from their rugby league cousins, the Tongan rugby union team are looking to acquire the service…
Online Editors
29 Nov, 22:33
Watch: Welsh players attempt to translate South African slang
With the Autumn Internationals drawing to a close, we await the final hurrah from two teams who seem to be eternally underwhelming…
Peteso Cannon
29 Nov, 18:41
Sumo & Mils tackle Wristgate with special guest James Parsons
This week Scotty and Mils are joined by All Black and current Blues captain James Parsons, fresh out of an altitude chamber, for a…
Ban for Kepu following shoulder charge
Australia succumbed to a chastening 53-24 loss against Scotland at Murrayfield, with Sekope Kepu's dismissal proving costly for th…
Russell Greaves
28 Nov, 16:04
Watchability Rankings November 2017
While the Autumn Internationals dominated rugby headlines in recent weeks, we thought we’d cast the net a little wider and inclu…
Dan Johansson
28 Nov, 12:14
Ball suffers dislocated shoulder, Tipuric out of Springboks Test
Jake Ball will undergo surgery after dislocating his shoulder and Wales must also make do without Justin Tipuric against the Sprin…
Peter Thompson
28 Nov, 11:37
English clubs causing selection headaches for Warren Gatland
There was good news this morning for Wales coach Warren Gatland as his number 8 Taulupe Faletau was given the green light to face …
From despair to dreamland: Scotland's strength in depth finally comes good
As the dust settles on their Autumn series and a historic win over Australia have Scotland finally shown that they could be real c…
Steph Brawn
28 Nov, 10:23
In a brilliant move, World Rugby apparently bans writing on wrist tape
Wise and decisive action by World Rugby about this blight on the game.
England excel, France fail in autumn tests – Andy Goode
It’s report time as the autumn internationals draw to a close and, while Scotland’s star is on the rise, England and Ireland r…
The Best Uncapped XV in the World?
The last month has seen plenty of new faces on the international scene, with the autumn internationals proving the perfect testing…
Kiwi coaches in frame for Wales
Three Kiwi coaches are believed to be shortlisted to succeed Warren Gatland to be the next Wales coach after the 2019 Rugby World …
Online Editors
27 Nov, 23:58
Watch: Wallabies season review 2017
There were glimmers of hope of a new beginning as the Wallabies progressively improved throughout the Bledisloe Cup, but it was a …
Dan Thomson
27 Nov, 21:43
Rieko Ioane eyes position switch for All Blacks
Rieko Ioane, the world breakthrough player of the year award winner has expressed a desire to return to the position he played as…
Online Editors
27 Nov, 19:25
Thomas du Toit set to become one of the heaviest Springboks ever
Thomas 'Tank' du Toit is set to become one of the heaviest Springboks ever after he was called in to provide frontrow cover this w…
Ian Cameron
27 Nov, 12:25
Ireland set to face world champion All Blacks
It has been announced today that Ireland will welcome New Zealand and Argentina to the Aviva Stadium in preparation for the 2019 …
Video - Jones beats Hansen to Coach of the Year accolade
Eddie Jones taking home World Rugby's coach of the year accolade beating off both Steven Hansen and Warren Gatland on his way to t…
Watch: All Black season review 2017
The All Blacks' 33-18 win over Wales capped off a very interesting year for the world champs, who had some massive highs but also …
Historic and deserved, the Black Ferns success at the World Rugby Awards is a wake-up call to global sport
Let’s just say it out loud for those in the back of the room: World Rugby just handed its Team of the Year honour to the Black F…
Scotty Stevenson
27 Nov, 3:58
Barrett scoops World Rugby's top prize again
Beauden Barrett enjoyed another stellar year with New Zealand and was named as World Rugby's Player of the Year.
Peter Hanson
26 Nov, 23:36
Rieko Ioane is World Rugby's Breakthrough Player of the Year
After what has been an immense first season with the All Blacks, Rieko Ioane has been awarded Breakthrough Player of the Year at t…
Results are in at the World Rugby Awards
The results are in from the World Rugby Awards and it's no surprise to see New Zealand dominant in Team and Player of the Year cat…
Kiwis carving up the north - Nanai-Williams experiment on hold
The jury is still out on whether Tim Nanai-Williams will make it as an international No 10.
Campbell Burnes
26 Nov, 20:06
Player Ratings: Ireland against Argentina
Time to take look back at how the boys in green fared against Argentina following their victory in the final autumn international …
All Blacks in decline? Don't count on it
They may not have dominated in the way to which we have become accustomed, but New Zealand remain a clinical force.
Jack Davies
26 Nov, 15:16
Five Takeaways from the November Tests and an International stock check
Barring one last Test between Wales and South Africa, the autumn internationals are now in the books and being pored over from Edi…
Video - Cheika makes some remarkable claims in post-match press conference
Sekope Kepu was sent off as hosts Scotland ran riot at Murrayfield on Saturday, embarrassing the Wallabies 53-24.
Sacha Pisani
26 Nov, 10:46
All Black player ratings v Wales
The All Blacks closed out their year in Cardiff with an entertaining 33-18 win over Wales. Here's how the players rated.
'Phenomenal' Ioane has the world at his feet, says Hansen
Rieko Ioane has the world at his feet following another star performance for the All Blacks.
Japan fully deserved the memorable draw they claimed in Paris as France turned in another disappointing display on home soil.
Christopher Devine
26 Nov, 0:09
England were seduced by Samoa, admits Jones
England were superior to Samoa, but Eddie Jones feels his side still have plenty of work to do.
Peter Hanson
26 Nov, 0:04
Rugby's north-south divide is closing - Gatland
Wales coach Warren Gatland believes northern hemisphere sides are closing the gap on their southern hemisphere counterparts.
Jack Davies
25 Nov, 22:05
Stockdale sparkles as Ireland sink Pumas
Ireland have been impressive throughout November and Jacob Stockdale was the star of the show in Saturday's victory over Argentina…
Christopher Devine
25 Nov, 20:20
All Black finish season on a high
The All Blacks ended their long season with a 33-18 victory in Cardiff over Wales, sealed by three tries in the second half.
Online Editors
25 Nov, 19:40
Wallabies player ratings v Scotland
The Wallabies have ended their season with a heavy 53-24 defeat at Murrayfield.
Robert Seltzer
25 Nov, 18:21
Elliot Daly scored twice, while George Ford impressed as England outclassed Samoa for a landmark Twickenham win.
Peter Hanson
25 Nov, 18:05
Watch: Kepu sees red after reckless challenge in Murrayfield
As Scotland ran in eight tries against the Australia this afternoon the loss will be even harder to swallow for Sekope Kepu who w…
Sensational Scotland run riot against Wallabies
Scotland delighted their fans with an emphatic 53-24 victory over Australia, who had Sekope Kepu sent off in the first half.
Christopher Devine
25 Nov, 17:40
Player Ratings: England vs Samoa
England wrapped up their autumn series today with a 48-14 victory over an outclassed Samoa side at Twickenham, securing their thir…
Springboks settle old Italy score
Having lost to Italy in Florence a year ago, South Africa gained a measure of revenge to restore some pride.
Russell Greaves
25 Nov, 16:57
England great tips Owen Farrell over Beauden Barrett for Player of the Year
Owen Farrell should be crowned World Rugby Player of the Year, according to former England star Jason Robinson.
Jack Davies
24 Nov, 22:23
A night I'll never forget - Ali Price joins The Rugby Pod
Scotland scrum half Ali Price says it was an emotional day at Murrayfield on Saturday and a night that will “remain in the memor…
Blow for Scotland with late injury withdrawl
Scotland have received a blow this morning after one of their centres was unable to overcome a head knock from last weeks encounte…
The Rugby Pod - Episode 12
Scotland scrum half Ali Price joins the guys to discuss what might have been against the All Blacks and an emotional night at Murr…
All Blacks injuries no help to Wales – Gatland
The list of injuries facing the All Blacks will not improve Wales' chances of winning on Saturday, according to Warren Gatland.
Watch: Tongan Thor to debut, and a look at the Wallabies' young guns
Michael Cheika has always aimed to breed new life into his team with young and exciting players.
Hartley set to lead England at Six Nations despite Samoa omission
Dylan Hartley will not play for England against Samoa but is poised to lead them in a bid for another Six Nations title.
Nicholas McGee
24 Nov, 2:11
'Public has lost faith in refs' - Jonathan Kaplan
The former South African test referee claims that 'public mood has shifted from acceptance to frustration, both over the decisions…
Cheika avoids sanctions for outburst
Cheika was captured on the live broadcast saying "f...ing cheats'' after Australia captain Michael Hooper was sin-binned toward t…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 21:41
The Breakdown: A preview to Saturday's rugby internationals
Wales will attempt to end their New Zealand hoodoo this weekend, we examine that game and Saturday's other internationals.
Nicholas McGee
23 Nov, 19:18
The reasons for North's return to Wales begin to emerge
Following his decision to leave Northampton Saints, George North will be allowed to choose his next move in Wales.
Jack Davies
23 Nov, 17:33
All Blacks name team for Wales encounter
Sam Whitelock will captain New Zealand on Saturday as they take on Wales in the Millenium Stadium as Kieran Read drops out due to …
Henshaw ruled out as Ireland name squad for Argentina clash
Robbie Henshaw is the biggest omission from Ireland's matchday squad against Argentina after picking up an injury as Joe Schmit an…
Eddie Jones names English team to play Samoa
Jones has made nine changes to the starting line-up that beat Australia 30-6 last weekend at Twickenham Stadium.
Online Editors
23 Nov, 10:06
The All Blacks are never afforded B-Team status
Scotty Stevenson and Mils Muliaina discuss the fact that while you might hear about a Scottish B-Team, or a Welsh B-Team, you'd ne…
Gatland vs Hansen: Forget the headlines about a rivalry, because there isn’t one
It almost seems fitting that this season is going to end where it began - with Steve Hansen facing off against Warren Gatland.
The night Beaudenism became a religion
The dawn of the Barrett era took many by surprise. No established player has had such a rapid ‘second’ ascension and change of…
The 1014 Interview: Super Rugby CEO - Avan Lee
The 1014 Rugby interview Avan Lee, CEO of the Hurricanes in New Zealand. We ask Avan how the Hurricanes hold onto the 'Rock Stars'…
Gatland delighted by North's return
George North's decision to leave Northampton Saints and return to Wales on an NDC has left national team coach Warren Gatland deli…
Alex Fisher
22 Nov, 19:39
Pressure the key to beating All Blacks, says Gregan
Former Australia scrum-half George Gregan says New Zealand can be beaten if teams keep them under pressure for 80 minutes.
Alex Fisher
22 Nov, 19:27
BREAKING: North to leave Saints to return to Wales
George North's next club has not been confirmed, but the British and Irish Lion has decide to leave Northampton Saints.
Peter Thompson
22 Nov, 17:04
England players decide not to give Samoans share of match fees
England Rugby players have made the decision not to give Samoa's players a €1,000 donation per player ahead of their clash at Tw…
Ian Cameron
22 Nov, 16:09
Robinson talks up England World Cup chances
Jason Robinson was part of the last England side to win the World Cup 14 years ago and thinks the current crop can lift the Webb E…
Peter Thompson
22 Nov, 15:05
Scotland make four changes for Wallabies clash
Gregor Townsend has made four alternations to the Scotland team to face Australia, including a start for the fit-again Sean Maitla…
Peter Thompson
22 Nov, 14:58
Sumo & Mils on the Gatland v Hansen pseudo-feud
Scotty and Mils reunite to discuss why Warren Gatland is misunderstood, Michael Cheika is misunderstood, and pretty much every coa…
Wales suffer crucial injury blow before All Blacks test
Wales have suffered a major blow ahead of this weekend's test against the All Blacks, severely denting their chances of ending a 6…
Online Editors
22 Nov, 2:32
Kieran Read battling injury to face Wales
All Blacks captain Kieran Read has been given extra recovery time in order to be fit for the test match against Wales, missing the…
Online Editors
21 Nov, 22:18
Savea third All Black stricken by Mumps
"He's in his room and has been in isolation for a few days. He has been fully vaccinated previously as a kid, but clearly, he has …
Online Editors
21 Nov, 20:54
Eddie Jones has retained 25 players to prepare for England’s Old Mutual Wealth Series match against Samoa at Twickenham Stadium.
Online Editors
21 Nov, 18:44
Allister Coetzee's future in jeopardy
Speculation is continuing to mount in South Africa that current head coach Allister Coetzee could be out of a job next month due t…
Renewed interest for Glasgow Warriors lock Gray
It is being reported that Championship side Bristol have put an offer forward to Glasgow Warriors lock Jonny Gray leaving his futu…
Former Wallaby captain announces retirement from all forms of rugby
Former Australian captain Stephen Moore has announced he is retiring from all forms of rugby following the Wallabies clash with Sc…
Wales lose Williams and Cuthbert for All Blacks clash
Wales will be without Alex Cuthbert and Liam Williams when they host New Zealand at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.
Alex Fisher
21 Nov, 13:44
Watch: Kenya's schoolboy prodigy tearing up in South Africa
Kenya has uncovered their first schoolboy prodigy - Jeff Mutuku. Jeff began playing rugby in 2012 at 12 years old when he attended…
Online Editors
21 Nov, 4:04
Analysis: How the All Blacks unleashed Sonny Bill Williams against Scotland
The reality is the role Williams plays in the All Blacks midfield has changed. He is being asked to do different things, most of w…
Brown could return for England, Underhill out
Eddie Jones has flagged the likely availability of Mike Brown for England's Test against Samoa at Twickenham.
Iain Strachan
20 Nov, 19:53
Is it time England fans started valuing this 'unfashionable' trio of players?
As trios go, these three players take an inordinate amount of flak from rugby fans and even some sections of the media.
Gatland vows not to rise to New Zealand media barbs
The New Zealand media were not too favourable of Warren Gatland as Lions coach, but he will not rise to any future jibes.
Iain Strachan
20 Nov, 18:00
Michael Hooper has a new unwelcome record
Australian captain Michael Hooper broke the record for most yellow cards received by an international player during his sides 30-6…
Underhill to be rested after picking up second concussion this season
Eddie Jones is to rest backrow Sam Underhill for England's clash with Samoa this weekend.
Ian Cameron
20 Nov, 15:45
EXCLUSIVE: Details of England women's lucrative new deal revealed
England’s women’s players have struck a new new deal thrashed with the RFU after their one year full time contracts will contr…
Chris Jones
20 Nov, 14:16
Welsh great 'wonders if Wales are ready to face New Zealand'
One of Wales' greatest ever players has issued a dire warning to his old team in the wake of their uninspiring 13-6 win over Georg…
Online Editors
20 Nov, 2:18
Watch: Manu Samoa v Manu Romania
One international that flew under the radar over the weekend was Manu Samoa’s 17-13 loss to Romania in Bucharest.
Campbell Burnes
19 Nov, 20:32
All Blacks lose two ahead of Wales clash
New Zealand will be without Rieko Ioane and Luke Romano against Wales, who have doubts about Liam Williams' fitness.
Jack Davies
19 Nov, 15:24
All Blacks - player ratings v Scotland
The All Black survived a scare against Scotland at Murrayfield today, here's how the players fared individually.
Hogg and Barclay 'gutted' to let All Blacks escape
New Zealand were at risk of succumbing to a surprise loss to Scotland at Murrayfield, where the home team were disappointed to fal…
Iain Strachan
19 Nov, 4:52
Video - Cheika makes no excuses after controversial calls hurt Australia
Michael Cheika appeared flabbergasted by some of the refereeing decisions at Twickenham, but made no excuses after his side had lo…
Christopher Devine
18 Nov, 20:20
Brave Scotland almost topple All Blacks
Scotland came out firing today at Murrayfield, putting together one of their best performances of recent years despite losing to t…
Online Editors
18 Nov, 19:19
Georgia courageous in loss to Wales
Warren Gatland will have been far from pleased with the laborious nature of Wales' 13-6 win over Georgia.
Wallabies - Player ratings
The Wallabies good recent run of form came to an at a very dreary Twickenham. Here's how the players rated.
Robert Seltzer
18 Nov, 17:52
England claim controversial win over Wallabies
England claimed victory over Australia at Twickenham following a helter-skelter match featuring a host of controversial incidents.
Christopher Devine
18 Nov, 17:33
England Player Ratings vs Australia
England blew the cobwebs and some of their lingering criticisms away with a 30-6 victory over Australia today, their fifth over th…
Pumas finish strongly to see off Italy
Nicolas Sanchez kicked 13 points as Argentina got the better of Italy courtesy of a strong finish in Florence.
Christopher Devine
18 Nov, 16:32
Cue the predictable outrage, but spare me the guilt trip - Scotty Stevenson
If it is true that Brad Shields said ‘no thanks’ to a stopgap spot in the All Blacks on their Northern Tour in the hope he can…
Scotty Stevenson
18 Nov, 10:27
Flanker snubs All Blacks for England opportunity - report
Hurricanes and Wellington loose forward Brad Shields has apparently spurned the chance for an All Black call up, according to The …
Online Editors
17 Nov, 23:07
Want to help Pacific Island rugby? Give the players the power to choose
While World Rugby revealed a bit more of its agenda than it probably wanted to, the overshadowing of the real problem in the game …
Swinson set to miss Six Nations after finger surgery
Scotland are likely to be without Tim Swinson for their Six Nations campaign after he was ruled out for four months.
Nicholas McGee
17 Nov, 17:50
Cheika disrespected referee - Jones
The England head coach does not expect referee Ben O'Keeffe to be influenced by Michael Cheika's words.
Peter Thompson
17 Nov, 17:08
Uncapped Brumby replaces injured Coleman for Twickenham clash
Adam Coleman was ruled out of the Cook Cup clash at Twickenham on the eve of the match, so Blake Enever will make his internationa…
Peter Thompson
17 Nov, 16:47
Vunipola wants more support for Pacific Island nations
Billy Vunipola wants more Tier 1 nations to play Tests in the Pacific Islands and World Rugby to provide more support for infrastr…
Five Scottish players to watch on Saturday
After 30 winless games stretching back to 1905, Scotland find themselves once again hoping to defeat world champions New Zealand a…
Steph Brawn
17 Nov, 13:54
John Barclay set for return to Scotland
Former Glasgow Warriors man Barclay, capped 64 times by his country, lifted the Pro12 title with Scarlets last season but is looki…
Peter Thompson
17 Nov, 13:48
England winger faster than Usain Bolt
As England get set to face Australia in Twickenham this Saturday, head Coach Eddie Jones will be happy to know he has selected pos…
Youngs braced for 'confrontational and confident' Wallabies
Battle-hardened by the recent Rugby Championship, the Wallabies will be a tough challenge for England, according to Ben Youngs.
Iain Strachan
17 Nov, 10:46
The Breakdown: A statistical look at Saturday's rugby internationals
Fans of international rugby are in for a treat this weekend, with another hectic schedule involving the top nine teams in the rank…
Peter Thompson
17 Nov, 10:02
Mouths from the south - the best/worst of Eddie Jones and Michael Cheika
While the Australians have a chance for revenge after their humiliating 3-0 series defeat to the English last year, all eyes will …
Cheika accuses England of deliberate late shots
Michael Cheika has started the war-of-words before Saturday's test against England, claiming that in last year's fixtures against…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 22:09
SBW receives apology from ref over yellow card
'The penalty was obviously awarded, but he said he made that mistake by sending me off.'
Online Editors
16 Nov, 20:07
All Blacks name strongest possible side for Murrayfield clash
Steve Hansen has named his strongest possible side for the All Blacks' clash with Scotland on Saturday.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 16:58
Springboks name side to face France
There have been several changes to the Springboks side to face France at the weekend.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 14:18
Head of IRFU fires shots at Wales and Scotland over RWC betrayal
The head of the IRFU, Philip Browne, has thrown serious shade at Scotland and Wales over their lack of support for Ireland's RWC20…
Ian Cameron
16 Nov, 12:32
England name team to face the Wallabies
Jones has made four changes to the side that defeated Argentina 21-8 on Saturday.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 11:30
Wallabies can gain England revenge - Horwill
Australia have lost their last four Tests against England, but James Horwill says they can end that run this weekend.
Peter Thompson
16 Nov, 11:07
Did France buy their way to #RWC2023?
A very dusty Scotty Stevenson chats with Mils Muliaina about a wide range of topics, from the 2023 RWC hosting decision to Ronan O…
Scots skipper on All Blacks: 'We have looked at how to beat them'
Scotland captain John Barclay reckons it's not worth dwelling on the past matches.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 1:36
Analysis: Why the Wallabies need to play Kurtley Beale at 12 against England
With Folau rested for the end of year tour, Beale has been playing fullback. However, if Australia is going to reverse their recen…
The Six Nations is what we need - Georgian coach
Rapidly improving Georgia's Kiwi coach Milton Haig has once again raised the question of whether the Lelos should be included into…
Online Editors
15 Nov, 22:06
Will the Wallabies unleash the Tongan Thor?
YouTube sensation Taniela Tupou, known as the Tongan Thor, will be residentially qualified to play for the Wallabies next week in …
Quelle surprise? French not surprised by RWC decision and here's why
Eyebrows were raised when France was named the host nation for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, but the nation's bid leader was not surpr…
Russell Greaves
15 Nov, 16:18
Video - 'Some level of embarrassment for World Rugby' - BOD
The decision to award Rugby World Cup 2023 to France was always going to leave a lot of noses out of joint, not least the Irish bi…
Ian Cameron
15 Nov, 15:58
France announced as hosts of Rugby World Cup 2023
World Rugby described the process as transparent, objective, professional, but there will be a lot of questions given that an inde…
Wallabies to check on Coleman for England clash
Australia's Adam Coleman will undergo a fitness test on Thursday to see if he can line up against Six Nations champions England.
Peter Thompson
15 Nov, 11:39
England drop Kruis for Wallabies clash
Eddie Jones has again demonstrated his ruthless streak by leaving George Kruis out of the England squad to take on the Wallabies.
Peter Thompson
14 Nov, 16:35
Update - Eddie Jones names 25 retained players for Wallabies test
Eddie Jones has retained 25 players to prepare for England’s Old Mutual Wealth Series match against Australia at Twickenham Stad…
Watch: Beale offers Prince William his budgie smugglers for Christmas
Kurtley Beale did not feel the urge to dress up for the occasion when the Duke of Cambridge came into the dressing room in Cardiff…
Peter Thompson
14 Nov, 13:24
Rugby Rewind - England vs the Wallabies, 13th November 2010
This autumn’s Old Mutual Wealth series continues this weekend, with England taking on Australia at Twickenham on Saturday in a h…
Dan Johansson
14 Nov, 9:58
Analysis: Ireland's killer blow against the Springboks – The triangle double screen
With just under ten minutes to play, Ireland held a 17-3 lead over South Africa. Ireland had worked into a dominant position in th…
Eddie Jones makes public apology...before attacking journalist's 'professionalism'
Eddie Jones moved from defence to attack better than his players today as he dealt with the fall-out from the television pictures …
Chris Jones
13 Nov, 20:25
In their darkest hour, the Springboks are recalling a true powerhouse
Coenie Oosthuizen has flown home after suffering knee ligament damage against Ireland, so Duane Vermeulen could face France in Par…
Peter Thompson
13 Nov, 15:41
Wales resort to the tried and tested
Jonathan Davies' ankle injury has prompted Warren Gatland to call up the experienced Jamie Roberts.
Peter Thompson
13 Nov, 15:26
Marler called up to England squad for Wallabies clash
Eddie Jones has named a 35-man England squad to play Australia, with Joe Marler selected after serving a suspension.
The Springboks are the new France
Everything was going well after the heroic loss to the All Blacks in Cape Town, then they go to Dublin and get hosed by the Irish.
Watch: Try of the year candidate by Georgian fullback
How is this for pace?
Online Editors
12 Nov, 23:10
Watch: Kiwis carving up the north - international edition
Kiwis are making their presence felt in November via several international teams in the north, and not just the All Blacks and Mao…
Campbell Burnes
12 Nov, 20:31
Update - Eddie Jones names 35 man squad for Wallabies Test
England head coach Eddie Jones has called up 35 players ahead of England’s second Test of the Old Mutual Wealth Series against A…
Coles gone for six months
The All Black hooker went down 24 minutes into the test match, after playing a starring role by scoring the first try.
Online Editors
12 Nov, 18:36
Video - Kurtley Beale teaches Steff Evans a lesson in international rugby
Steff Evans is an exceptional player, and he will likely have a healthy career at international level, but Wallaby fullback Kurtle…
Ian Cameron
12 Nov, 14:29
Rokoduguni eager to prove himself for England
England laboured to an underwhelming win over Argentina, but Semesa Rokoduguni did manage to catch the eye.
Russell Greaves
12 Nov, 12:22
Here's how the All Blacks fared in this morning's 38-18 victory over France in Paris.
Online Editors
12 Nov, 5:13
Hansen: Sonny Bill didn't know the rules
Sonny Bill Williams was unaware of the rule that led to his yellow card against France, All Blacks coach Steve Hansen said.
Dejan Kalinic
12 Nov, 4:31
Player ratings: Wallabies v Wales
It was a morale boosting win for the Wallabies in Cardiff as they embark on their three-match tour, here's how the players perform…
Robert Seltzer
12 Nov, 2:51
Watch - Coetzee learns lesson from Albany: 'No positives' in this hiding
Watch as Allister Coetzee faces the media after the Springboks' 38-3 loss to Ireland.
Online Editors
11 Nov, 22:58
All Blacks 38 France 18 - Match review
It was a game of two halves in Paris today as the All Blacks beat France 38-18.
Online Editors
11 Nov, 22:01
Sexton puts the boot in as Ireland thrash sorry Springboks
Substitutes Rhys Ruddock and Rob Herring grab tries off the bench as Ireland cut loose in the closing stages in Dublin.
Rob Lancaster
11 Nov, 20:37
Wallabies' impressive form continues as Wales beaten again
Wales have not beaten Australia since 2008 and their miserable run against the Wallabies continued in Cardiff on Saturday.
Christopher Devine
11 Nov, 19:46
McKinley completes incredible journey to international rugby scene
Italy beat Fiji 19-10 on Saturday in a match most notable for the international debut of Ian McKinley.
Christopher Devine
11 Nov, 18:41
Match Preview: France v All Blacks
France coach Guy Noves caused a stir on Thursday when naming a new and young halfback pairing.
Online Editors
11 Nov, 18:26
Player Ratings: England vs Argentina
England got their autumn off to a victorious start at Twickenham earlier today, defeating Argentina, 21-8, in a resilient but rust…
Match Preview - Wales v Australia
This week marks the New Zealander's tenth anniversary as Wales coach and Gatland would love nothing more than for his side to halt…
Online Editors
11 Nov, 12:22
"We can win a World Cup" - Hartley
Eddie Jones has revitalised England's form since 2015, but Dylan Hartley says they need to keep improving.
Alex Fisher
11 Nov, 10:03
McBryde wants Wales to be clinical against in-form Wallabies
The Wallabies will be looking to make it 13 straight wins over Wales at the Principality Stadium, but the Welsh are optimistic.
Rob Lancaster
11 Nov, 3:01
Maori All Blacks upset in Bordeaux
An unfancied French Barbarians outfit has taken down the Maori All Blacks in Bordeaux today, triumphing 19-15 in a scrappy game.
Online Editors
10 Nov, 22:31
1014 Podcast: November Tests 2017 - Preview
The 1014 examine the relevance of the 2017 November Tests in the build-up to RWC 2017.
Analysis: Why Aaron Smith is so important to the All Blacks
With nearly half of all All Black tries this season coming from phase-play, one man is at the heart of driving this statistic.
The Breakdown: A statistical look at Saturday's rugby internationals
We take a look at the stats behind the weekend's international rugby action, with New Zealand, England, Wales and Australia all in…
Jack Davies
10 Nov, 14:38
Watch: The statistical targets England aim to achieve against the Pumas
A fascinating insight into how England's chances of winning break down, defining the nuts and bolts of an English victory.
Online Editors
10 Nov, 11:55
Video Analysis: Rugby's 6 Principles of Play demonstrated
Video analyst and rugby coach Liam Dunseath takes a look how Rugby's Principles of Play were demonstrated in last weekend's Barbar…
Liam Dunseath
10 Nov, 10:05
Farrell and Itoje unimpressed with England omission
England head coach Eddie Jones said "it's like being a horse trainer" deciding whether his players are in the right condition to p…
Peter Thompson
10 Nov, 9:34
Ronan O'Gara set for surprise move to New Zealand - Report
Reports in the Irish media this morning suggest that Ronan O'Gara is set for a surprise move to New Zealand where he will take up…
Fred Culazzo
10 Nov, 9:00
Coetzee defiant as 'Beast' mode costs Kitshoff
Steven Kitshoff has been forced to make way for the returning Tendai 'Beast' Mtawarira, but South Africa's coach is happy with his…
Iain Strachan
10 Nov, 2:47
Watch: All Black prop - 'The doc thought I wouldn't play again'
'In our careers we get a lot of negativity and it's part of our lives to prove people wrong.'
Online Editors
09 Nov, 22:07
Pumas coach calls out Jones - 'Perhaps some things Eddie says are not true'
England coach Eddie Jones has attempted to put the heat on Argentina, but Daniel Hourcade insists the Pumas are unaffected.
Iain Strachan
09 Nov, 21:20
Scans reveal Tom Curry to miss significantly more than the Argentina match
A wrist injury has ruled Tom Curry out of England's Test against Argentina, leading head coach Eddie Jones to recall Sam Simmonds.
Iain Strachan
09 Nov, 19:23
Named: Wallabies side to play Wales
Samu Kerevi will start for Australia at centre against Wales ahead of Karmichael Hunt as Michael Cheika keeps faith with the incum…
Iain Strachan
09 Nov, 19:04
Ireland to field one of their heaviest back-lines ever against South Africa
Ireland has named one of its heaviest backlines in recent memory, fielding a back-line with an average weight of 98.8kg.
Online Editors
09 Nov, 16:01
BREAKING: World Rugby are stepping in on the Samoa crisis
The insolvent Samoa Rugby Union has been boosted by additional funding from the world governing body.
Peter Thompson
09 Nov, 14:11
Wales trio to make home debuts against Wallabies
Warren Gatland said he has picked a squad that is "packed with talent and on form" for the Test against the Wallabies in Cardiff.
Peter Thompson
09 Nov, 12:34
Video - Stuart Hogg breaks down in tears on camera in wake of Lions exit
The latest British and Irish documentary release features Stuart Hogg coming to terms with his early exit from the Lions tour, aft…
England team to face Argentina
Eddie Jones has named his side to face Argentina in England’s opening game of the Old Mutual Wealth Series.
Online Editors
09 Nov, 10:07
Named: All Black team to play France
Skipper and regular midfield return for All Blacks against France.
Online Editors
09 Nov, 5:05
All Blacks skipper begrudgingly splits Paris dinner bill
Scotty and Mils discuss the upcoming France test, and get a double dose of All Blacks on the phone - Colin Slade calls in from Pau…
Scotty Stevenson: Samoan Rugby Union disrespects the players and the game
The Samoan Rugby Union needs a hand up, not a hand out. It also needs a complete administrative overhaul.
Scotty Stevenson
09 Nov, 1:19
Appeal launched for Samoan players
With the Manu Samoa team currently on tour in the UK, Pacific Rugby Players Welfare has launched an appeal to ensure the players a…
Gosper defends Rugby World Cup bid process
Ireland and France were critical of the review process for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, but World Rugby CEO Brett Gosper defended the…
Peter Hanson
08 Nov, 22:45
Should the Queensland Reds re-sign Karmichael Hunt?
At 30 years old, Hunt’s career is in the twilight stages after stints in the NRL, AFL, and Super Rugby - but should the Reds thi…
Tuilagi visits witch doctor, rids himself of 'spirit wives'
'There are male spirits too, but the witch doctor said I was too handsome!'
Christopher Devine
08 Nov, 22:13
Samoa Rugby Union declared bankrupt
Samoan Prime Minister Tuilaepa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi issued a plea for funds to keep the governing body in business.
Peter Thompson
08 Nov, 16:56
Sam Burgess calls out Rob Andrew over World Cup criticism
Rob Andrew's suggestion that selecting Sam Burgess for the Rugby World Cup was a mistake has led to a rebuttal.
Peter Hanson
08 Nov, 16:44
IRFU letter attacks 3 flaws in South Africa's RWC bid...including the country's 'junk' credit rating
The head of the Irish Rugby, IRFU CEO Phillip Browne has written to World Rugby CEO Brett Gosper outlining what he sees as serious…
Ian Cameron
08 Nov, 14:41
Eddie Jones takes Daly May gamble
England coach Eddie Jones has retained Elliot Daly and Jonny May for the contest against Argentina despite fitness concerns over t…
Peter Hanson
08 Nov, 3:14
Analysis: How the Wallabies 'fake maul' set up Speight's try
It will be tougher to find & isolate weak defenders like they did on this set piece lineout move, but this play illustrated the Wa…
Ego of French clubs a detriment to national team
Scotty and Mils discuss the upcoming France test, and get a double dose of All Blacks on the phone - Colin Slade calls in from Pau…
5 talking points ahead of the Wallabies' trip to Europe
There will be sterner tests ahead as they head over to Europe to end their season, but some of the performances will have given Mi…
Robert Seltzer
07 Nov, 22:02
Eddie Jones retains 26 players for Argentina
England have named a squad of 26 players that can be selected for their clash with Argentina on Saturday.
Online Editors
07 Nov, 20:32
Hogg gave up a certain alcoholic beverage and lost 9kg
Stuart Hogg has been one of the most consistent performers in recent six nations memory, touring New Zealand this summer with Warr…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 18:50
Du Preez wants Springboks to face 'harsh realities'
The Springboks have struggled to impose themselves in 2017, leaving Fourie du Preez hopeful hard work and honesty will prompt impr…
Iain Strachan
07 Nov, 12:27
Gatland set for surprise selection at fullback
Wales don't possess the abundance of options that a Lions tour does and looks like a case of trying to fit two world-class playe…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 10:36
Wallabies attack is better than the All Blacks - Welsh coach
Ahead of this weekend's test match against Australia, Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards has claimed the Wallabies possess the be…
Online Editors
07 Nov, 0:26
Japanese rugby's bizarre take on trophies
Japan has always done things a little differently, and it is no different when it comes to handing out the winners' hardware in ru…
Online Editors
06 Nov, 23:27
Crockett braced for France battle
France pushed the world champions all the way last year and Wyatt Crockett is expecting another stern test on Saturday.
Peter Thompson
06 Nov, 23:23
Watch: Tim Bateman shows off his fast hands
Canterbury midfielder Tim Bateman shows why is he is still thriving in Super Rugby at age 30, with these fast hands in a hand-eye …
Video - Julian Savea leads Barbarians dressing room Haka
The All Blacks may have run out winners at Twickenham on Saturday, but the Barbarians had the last laugh...or rather Haka.
Watch: NRL convert Semi Radradra already on Fijian radar
After only one month of rugby at French Powerhouse Toulon, NRL-convert Semi Radradra has been taking the Top 14 by storm.
Online Editors
06 Nov, 19:27
Scotland draft Ross Ford injury replacement
Ross Ford has become the latest Scotland player to suffer any injury blow, prompting Gregor Townsend to call for reinforcements.
Peter Thompson
06 Nov, 17:29
Springboks gets Etzebeth boost ahead of Dublin
Stand-in captain Eben Etzebeth has recovered from an ankle injury, so South Africa have a fully fit squad to face Ireland.
Peter Thompson
06 Nov, 17:14
Joint England and Wales training session had 'edge'
England scrum coach Neil Hatley said the competitiveness of a training session against Wales can only help the Six Nations champio…
Peter Thompson
06 Nov, 17:03
Brian O'Driscoll on what he expects from the Boks in Dublin
The Springboks struggled for consistency in the Rugby Championship but Brian O'Driscoll knows they remain dangerous opponents for …
Iain Strachan
06 Nov, 15:24
Only three big wins will do for England – Andy Goode
There’s been a lot of talk about injuries, selection and even a training game against Wales but it’s time to get down to busin…
BREAKING: Footage of England and Wales 'closed' forward session gets leaked
England and Wales forwards pack are going head to head this morning in Bristol in what's been described as an 'intense' forwards t…
Ian Cameron
06 Nov, 13:04
BREAKING: Three Welsh internationals are returning to Wales
Dragons have confirmed the signing of scrum-half Rhodri Williams from Bristol Rugby.
Ten players to watch in the November Tests
The beginning of the autumn internationals proper are now just days away, as the southern hemisphere’s elite round off their sea…
England want to dominate World Cup pool mates Argentina - Youngs
Argentina have not beaten England since 2009 and Ben Youngs wants it to stay that way ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Iain Strachan
06 Nov, 9:32
Vunipola and Tuilagi plea: Let's help out Samoa
English test players Mako Vunipola and Manu Tuilagi are appealing to team mates to help out the cash-strapped Manu Samoa by donati…
Online Editors
05 Nov, 21:05
English wing stocks receive unexpected boost
Elliot Daly was among the 33 names included in Eddie Jones' squad just eight days after doing damage to his knee.
Peter Thompson
05 Nov, 20:16
Deans slams England's Barbarians snub: 'an opportunity missed'
No England players chose to line up for the Barbarians against New Zealand and Robbie Deans claims they may come to regret that de…
Iain Strachan
04 Nov, 22:25
Leave your brother alone - Mama Savea laid down the law before All Blacks-Barbarians
The highest power in the land tells the Savea brothers to look after each other when they faced off for the Barbarians and All Bla…
Iain Strachan
04 Nov, 22:19
All Blacks claim victory, but Barbarians win hearts at Twickenham
It was a case of just playing the bad guy again for the All Blacks against the Barbarians, as they ran out 31-22 winners
Online Editors
04 Nov, 17:33
Hodge 'fantastic' at fly-half, says Cheika
Reece Hodge impressed in his first outing at fly-half for Australia. "I was very happy with his game," said Wallabies coach Michae…
Christopher Devine
04 Nov, 17:18
Watch: Maori All Blacks massacre Canada in Vancouver
The Maori scored seven tries to none in the one-sided affair.
Online Editors
04 Nov, 11:56
Wallabies score 63 points in historic win over Japan
The Wallabies – missing a trio of stars – scored nine tries to three in the first meeting between the two teams in Japan.
Sacha Pisani
04 Nov, 10:05
Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - England vs. Barbarians
Andy Goode speaks to Steve Backshall who has brought along some dangerous animals to Barbarians training.
Online Editors
03 Nov, 18:43
Named: Barbarian side to face All Blacks
Everyone's favourite invitational side, Barbarian FC, have named their side to take on the All Blacks at Twickenham this weekend.
Online Editors
03 Nov, 2:43
Why an All Black loss this weekend would actually be a pretty good result for NZ rugby
If you’re ever going to find a time when New Zealanders will be alright with an All Black loss, this weekend will be it.
Going on these comments, Eddie Jones is not impressed with Marland Yarde
Marland Yarde may not be in the right frame of mind to play for England following his move from Harlequins to Sale Sharks.
Jack Davies
02 Nov, 20:27
Schmidt explains why Zebo was dumped
Joe Schmidt said Ireland have not adopted a policy of snubbing overseas players, but would prefer they stay in their homeland.
Peter Thompson
02 Nov, 12:23
All Blacks name team for the Barbarians
All Blacks fly-half Beauden Barrett returns as skipper for the world champions when they take on the Barbarians.
Peter Thompson
02 Nov, 10:09
RWC 2019 Schedule: Winners and Losers
It may seem like a small thing, but the scheduling of fixtures at the Rugby World Cup can be the difference between qualifying for…
Rugby World Cup 2019 fixtures announced
Live coverage of RWC 2019 Match Schedule announcement from Tokyo, Japan
Online Editors
02 Nov, 6:36
The 1014: Why England are favourites to win 2019 World Cup
Over the past two years there have been many claims that England are back to their best. After winning consecutive Six Nations tit…
Barbarians v NZ a glorified All Blacks trial
On this week's episode of The Short Ball, Scotty & Mils discuss the unusually large number if kiwis selected by kiwis to represent…
May adds to England's wing woes ahead of Pumas Test
Jonny May looks likely to miss England's first November international against Argentina due to a hamstring strain.
Video - Aaron Smith asked what it's like to face Savea - his answer is gold
Savea finds himself in the unusual position of lining out against the All Blacks this weekend. Aaron Smith talks about what it wil…
Video - Joe Marler reacts to not getting picked for first Lions Test
The latest British and Irish Lions video features serial humourist, Joe Marler.
Wales bring in perfect replacement for Tyler Morgan
Tyler Morgan's ankle injury has seen Scott Williams called up by Wales coach Warren Gatland after initially being snubbed.
Peter Thompson
01 Nov, 11:18
Watch: Australia's latest stepping prodigy Jangala Bennet
Meet Australia's newest schoolboy sensation, Jangala Bennet, the latest prodigy turning heads in Queensland's GPS system for rugby…
Online Editors
01 Nov, 5:44
South Africa unanimously recommended to host 2023 Rugby World Cup
Bill Beaumont says South Africa's Rugby World Cup bid was "a clear leader based on performance against the key criteria".
Peter Thompson
01 Nov, 4:55
Corey Flynn reveals secret to Canterbury success
NZ rugby stalwart Corey Flynn joins Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina on The Short Ball where discussion centres around the secret …
Mike Delany Is Doing What?
When Mike Delany, a 35-year old, greying first five from the Bay of Plenty, took a call earlier this year from Crusaders coach Sco…
Scotty Stevenson
31 Oct, 22:37
Botha gets Springbok call after Du Preez injury
Jean-Luc du Preez fractured his ankle in the Currie Cup final and has been replaced in the South Africa squad by Ruan Botha.
South Africa wins official endorsement host Rugby World Cup 2023
While the actual prize of hosting the ‘Rugby World Cup 2023’ will be awarded on the 15th November, today offers an objective i…
Fred Culazzo
31 Oct, 11:12
Rokoduguni replaces injured Daly in England squad
Elliot Daly's knee injury has opened the door for Semesa Rokoduguni to return to the England set-up, but Charlie Ewels is facing a…
The full story on Marland Yarde's expected Sale move
The rugby rumour mill has been on overdrive this past weekend, as stories emerged that Harlequins wing Marland Yarde is set to joi…
On This Day: Sam Burgess is unveiled at Bath
Oh, what could have been. On this day three years ago, Bath unveiled the next big hope of English rugby union, former league super…
Dan Johansson
30 Oct, 5:52
The 1014 Podcast - Rugby World Cup 2019: Pool A
We explore the history, world rankings and expectations for the teams in Pool A of #RWC2019.
The All Black winger use-by date
Julian Savea probably woke up to the news that he’d apparently signed a deal with Harlequins this morning with the same reaction…
Julian Savea's wife takes to Twitter over Harlequins rumours
The wife of All Black winger Julian Savea has taken to Twitter to shutdown rumours that her husband is going to sign for an Englis…
Injury claims two more England stars from Eddie Jones' squad
Injuries sustained in Wasps' Premiership clash with Northampton Saints yesterday have knocked two England players out of Eddie Jon…
Ian Cameron
29 Oct, 15:32
Howley 'seeking advice' over Byrne bullying allegations
Wales back coach Rob Howley says he is 'seeking advice' in relation to bullying accusations made by former Wales fullback Lee Byrn…
Ian Cameron
29 Oct, 15:08
Howley to leave Wales role after what will be 11 years
Coaching in the Premiership or France is on Rob Howley's "bucket list" as he plans to leave his Wales role after the 2019 World Cu…
Peter Thompson
29 Oct, 11:50
Two uncapped players in Wallabies November Test squad
Blake Enever and Matt Philip were named in the Wallabies' squad for their tour of United Kingdom and Japan clash.
Dejan Kalinic
29 Oct, 10:42
Video - Baabaa's coach Alan Jones has given another explosive rant
Former Wallabies coach Alan Jones - famous for a rant about the malaise in Australian rugby - has gone on another rant.
Wallabies survive scare to beat Barbarians
Australia were down 21-5 and 21-12 at half-time but fought back to deny the Barbarians in Sydney.
Sacha Pisani
28 Oct, 6:50
Listen: 'England would beat the All Blacks'
Rugby Pass's Jim Hamilton has made a bold claim heading into the November international period, saying that England currently woul…
Online Editors
27 Oct, 2:43
The definitive history of dead rubbers with Fox Sports commentator Greg 'Marto' Martin
Jaybor Staunton, our man on the ground in The Lucky Country was out and about in Brisbane last weekend to capture the mood ahead o…
Jaybor Staunton
27 Oct, 2:13
Perenara commits long-term future to All Blacks and Hurricanes
Having already earned 39 Test caps at the age of 25, TJ Perenara has signed a new four-year deal and will remain at the Hurricanes…
Christopher Devine
26 Oct, 20:18
Folau will face Barbarians in a new position
Israel Folau has been moved to the wing for his final Australia appearance of 2017, with Karmichael Hunt to start at full-back.
The Goode, the Bad & the Ugly
Ian Mckinley, the Wallabies, Ben Whitehouse, cocaine & broken legs - The Rugby Pod's Andy Goode & Jim Hamilton wrap up all that's …
A look at Eddie Jone's potential starting XV for Argentina
England head coach Eddie Jones named his 34-man squad for the November Tests earlier today, but surprises were few and far between…
No such thing as a dead rubber for Wallabies
There's no telling the Aussies that ANY Bledisloe Cup test is a dead rubber. For Wallaby fans, there's no such thing - just a burn…
Jaybor Staunton
26 Oct, 7:48
Wallabies prop Robertson re-signs with ARU and Waratahs
Tom Robertson's renewal is for a further three years, tying him down to the ARU and Super Rugby's the Waratahs until 2020.
Sacha Pisani
26 Oct, 2:28
France name squad ahead of November Tests
France coach Guy Noves has welcomed Mathieu Bastareaud back into the national team after two years out of the side.
Alex Fisher
25 Oct, 16:02
Watch as 'Siri' interrupts a Lions team meeting
The British and Irish Lions have released a clip from their upcoming Lions documentary and it's pure gold.
Unstoppable Power: Alex Fidow and Asafo Aumua
Young front rowers Alex Fidow and Asafo Aumua have been terrorising opposition teams so far in the 2017 Mitre 10 Cup season and …
Gatland hints at solution to Rhys Webb saga
Rhys Webb is a prominent victim of the Welsh Rugby Union's new selection policy, although Warren Gatland hopes a compromise can be…
Iain Strachan
25 Oct, 4:40
Watch: What you need to know about the four new All Blacks
Here's a few more facts about the players about to pull on the black jersey for the first time.
10 uncapped players named in Scottish squad
There could be several new faces in the Scotland team for next month's matches against Samoa, Australia and New Zealand.
Iain Strachan
24 Oct, 16:46
Gatland sends message to big name omissions
Warren Gatland included five uncapped players and made some high-profile omissions in his 36-man Wales squad for their upcoming Te…
Josh Van Der Flier is latest Irish casualty
Joe Schmidt will name his squad for the upcoming Autumm internationals later this week but will be without Josh Van Der Flier.
Online Editors
24 Oct, 11:21
Ireland great O'Callaghan to retire
Donncha O'Callaghan set to bring a professional career that has spanned 19 years to an end.
Marty & Jamie review Bledisloe III
Radio Sport NZ's Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall break down the mood of the NZ public following the All Blacks' shock lo…
The 1014 Rugby - Bledisloe 3: Wallabies v All Blacks - REVIEW
The Wallabies beat the All Blacks in Brisbane. Who shone for both teams? Is this a new dawn for Australian rugby?
Watch: World Rugby's 'Breakthrough of the Year' nominees
The first batch of nominees have been revealed for the 2017 World Rugby Awards, taking place in Salle des Etoiles in Monte Carlo …
Online Editors
23 Oct, 18:11
Ringrose blow for Ireland ahead of November tests
Hopes of Garry Ringrose making a speedy return from injury to feature in Ireland's November internationals appear to have faded.
Christopher Devine
23 Oct, 13:06
Folau reveals he and Pocock spoke on same-sex vote differences
David Pocock and Israel Folau have different views on Australia's same-sex marriage referendum, but the Wallabies pair have not fa…
Matthew Scott
23 Oct, 10:30
Named: New faces in All Black squad
Steve Hansen has given the opportunity for some promising players to show their wares on the international stage.
Online Editors
22 Oct, 22:00
BREAKING: New routine could massively reduce injuries in rugby
A new exercise programme, performed by rugby players before training and pre-match, could dramatically reduce injuries in the spo…
Wallabies v All Blacks: player ratings
In the final Bledisloe Cup contest of the season, Australia snapped a six game losing streak against the All Blacks at Suncorp Sta…
Hansen hints at why the All Blacks lost final Bledisloe match
New Zealand coach Steve Hansen refused to panic after his side saw their winning run over Australia go up in smoke.
Matthew Scott
21 Oct, 18:39
Beaten Read credits clinical Wallabies
New Zealand captain Kieran Read said the world champions cannot expect to get themselves out of trouble late on in every Test.
Peter Thompson
21 Oct, 15:05
Australia claim long-awaited win over All Blacks
New Zealand were denied a Bledisloe Cup clean sweep in Brisbane, where Australia outscored them by three tries to two.
Peter Thompson
21 Oct, 13:23
Recap: Wallabies stun All Blacks 23-18
The world champions were strangled out of the game by a passionate Australian outfit, who managed to hold their discipline and sen…
Live Now: Wallabies v All Blacks
Lee Byrne claims Rob Howley tried to humiliate him
Lee Byrne's autobiography, brilliantly titled the ‘The Byrne Identity’, instantly seems like a must-read for any rugby fan.
Online Editors
20 Oct, 19:28
Scotland forward Hardie suspended
Scottish Rugby have offered no details as to why back-row John Hardie is unavailable for selection.
Peter Thompson
20 Oct, 16:36
Scotland lose another big name for the Autumn Internationals
Scotland have lost another player on top of captain Greig Laidlaw to injury ahead of the Tests against Samoa, New Zealand and Aust…
Peter Thompson
20 Oct, 15:24
Webb calls new Welsh policy 'a joke' in emotional outburst
Rhys Webb will become the first casualty of Welsh rugby's new selection policy when he joins Toulon on a three-year deal at the en…
Online Editors
20 Oct, 11:14
Matt Todd's replacement on the All Blacks bench has been named
The All Blacks are taking no risks with Matt Todd after he suffered a groin injury in training.
Peter Thompson
20 Oct, 9:48
Who’s afraid of the big, bad Wallaby? The answer this weekend is, not the All Blacks.
The third and final Bledisloe test in Brisbane is likely to go the way of the other two this season and end with an All Blacks vic…
Scotty Stevenson
20 Oct, 3:58
Lima Sopoaga gets his shot
Think the All Blacks will miss Beauden Barrett? Think again.
Coles has been saying some pretty nice things about Stephen Moore
Stephen Moore will make his Test swansong in Brisbane this weekend and Dane Coles is relishing one last battle with the Australia …
Peter Thompson
19 Oct, 16:39
Watch: Japan's next global superstar nobody knows about
Hosea Saumaki is a relatively unknown name in global rugby- however, we think that will change in the near future.
Online Editors
19 Oct, 4:03
Wallabies named: Hunt misses out
Australia head coach Michael Cheika only made one forced change to his starting line-up, with Rob Simmons moving into the second r…
Sacha Pisani
19 Oct, 3:59
The big issue: unfairness, welfare and the myth of ‘poaching’ in Pacific Island rugby
Jamie Wall talks to Dan Leo from Pacific Rugby Players Welfare about the issues facing island players both home and and abroad - a…
The 1014 Podcast: How to win the Rugby World Cup
The 1014 look at patterns in the statistics for all the professional era Rugby World Cup winning teams.
All Black team named: Barrett out, Sopoaga in
Lima Sopoaga will start just the second test match of his All Black career this Saturday night, after Beauden Barrett was ruled ou…
Online Editors
18 Oct, 20:04
Is another Fijian talent about to decamp to the French?
Speculation mounts that Clermont winger Alivereti Raka may have a France future in mind after he was omitted from Fiji's November'…
James Harrington
18 Oct, 15:45
Gatland says he wants to come home
A return to New Zealand will be the immediate focus for Warren Gatland after completing his Wales assignment at the 2019 Rugby Wor…
Looks like we're going to find out who's better between Ireland and Australia
Australia will meet Ireland in a three-Test series in 2018, with matches to be played in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.
Dejan Kalinic
18 Oct, 8:13
McCall addresses rumours surrounding his position at Saracens
Linked with numerous international jobs, Mark McCall said he wanted to stay at Saracens beyond 2019.
Dejan Kalinic
18 Oct, 8:08
Gatland, O’Brien and the media - everyone’s right but everyone’s wrong
O’Brien’s comments may well be completely valid, but saying them now smacks of petulance - if nothing else you should be savin…
Jackson and Olding will stand trial for rape
Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding will stand trial for rape it was ruled by the court today.
Online Editors
17 Oct, 18:48
Watch: Malcolm Marx talks mind games and 'that' performance
In an honest and frank interview, Marx discusses mind games that occur between opposing packs, also admitting to partaking in them…
Online Editors
17 Oct, 18:03
Wallaby to miss rest of 2017 due to shoulder surgery
One Wallaby will miss out on Australia's remaining matches of 2017 after undergoing shoulder surgery.
Alex Fisher
17 Oct, 10:20
Toulon expect Webb to honour contract
Wales will have to pay Rhys Webb's release clause if they want to have him available in the coming years, says the Toulon owner.
The state of Australian rugby
When tasked with writing about “The State of Australian Rugby” and asked to take a “light-hearted angle”, I wondered how i…
Jaybor Staunton
17 Oct, 6:58
Hansen defends under-fire Sonny Bill Williams: He is playing well
Steve Hansen leapt to the defence of All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams ahead of Saturday's Bledisloe Cup clash.
Sacha Pisani
17 Oct, 5:26
I'm done - Gatland quits British and Irish Lions
Warren Gatland is not interested in coaching the British and Irish Lions on their South Africa tour following this year's New Zeal…
Sacha Pisani
17 Oct, 2:20
Baldwin feared he could lose hand after lion bite
Wales hooker Scott Baldwin has revealed he could have lost his hand after he was bitten by a lion last month.
Jack Davies
16 Oct, 23:17
Disappointed Webb 'unaware Toulon move would mean Wales exile'
The Wales scrum-half insists he was unaware his move to Top 14 side Toulon would put his international ambitions on hold - but coa…
James Harrington
16 Oct, 18:24
Shock as Wales scrap 'Gatland's Law'
Wales' new selection policy is set to cost some Welsh rugby players their place in the national team.
Jack Davies
16 Oct, 14:45
Opinion: New All Black Mo'unga is a kick in the balls to Australia and the rest
Richie Mo'unga's All Blacks selection serves as yet another reminder of the incredible depth in New Zealand rugby and another kick…
Online Editors
16 Oct, 7:45
Mo'unga called into All Black squad
The All Blacks squad will assemble in Brisbane later today to prepare for to play the Wallabies at Suncorp Stadium, this Saturday.…
Online Editors
16 Oct, 3:15
Wales draw up shortlist for Gatland's successor
Potential candidates have been spoken to about succeeding Warren Gatland after the next World Cup.
Peter Thompson
15 Oct, 21:33
Key All Black re-signs till 2021
Watch out Robbie Henshaw.
Online Editors
15 Oct, 20:55
World Cup winner Weepu bows out of rugby
A 71-cap international and World Cup winner for New Zealand, Piri Weepu has called time on his rugby career.
Nicholas McGee
14 Oct, 14:24
Wallabies name squad for All Blacks and Barbarians
Karmichael Hunt is unlikely to face the All Blacks next weekend despite being recalled by Australia head coach Michael Cheika.
Peter Thompson
14 Oct, 11:22
The 1014 Rugby - Analysis of the 1-3-3-1 attack formation
What is 1-3-3-1? Where should teams use it?
Cheika throws down the gauntlet to Cooper for Barbarians clash
Quade Cooper could have very easily made his Wallabies comeback against the Barbarians rather than be facing them, Michael Cheika …
Peter Thompson
13 Oct, 20:48
All Black domination 'boring' says ex coach
Two former international coaches have come out with diametrically opposed views to the All Blacks' last test victory - and one of …
Online Editors
13 Oct, 3:25
Ruggamatrix episode 257 - All Blacks just know how to win
The Rugby Championship is over so what do we make of the final standings?
South Africa show pride but still can't win, but are th…
Online Editors
13 Oct, 2:54
It’s official, the Wallabies are better than Ireland
The latest World Rugby rankings are out, and have shown why releasing them at this time of the year is a somewhat futile exercise.
The revealing truth about the next French squad
What the next France squad will tell you about the relationship between head coach Guy Noves and FFR president Bernard Laporte
James Harrington
11 Oct, 15:01
BREAKING: Coetzee's worst fears confirmed as Munster make headcoach announcement
It's official: what Springbok head coach Allister Coetzee cast aside as a rumour less than two weeks ago has become a reality.
Six years after losing his eye Ian McKinley is going to play international rugby
Italy have named Ian McKinley in their squad for the November Tests despite losing sight in an eye six years ago.
Alex Fisher
11 Oct, 10:07
This week on The Short Ball Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina look back at that incredible performance from Malcolm Marx for th…
Ben Smith v Damian McKenzie
Scotty & Mils dispel the notion that there wont be room for Ben Smith in a back three including Mckenzie, despite the embarrassmen…
1014 Podcast: The Rugby Championship 2017 Tournament Review
The 1014 look through the tournament finding patterns in the statistics. How did each team develop? How are they tracking towards …
Rob Andrew blames World Cup disaster entirely on Lancaster
In an extract from Rob Andrew's book, ‘The Game of My Life: battling for England in the professional era,’ England's World Cup…
Online Editors
10 Oct, 12:35
Marty & Jamie review the epic All Black/Springbok test
Radio Sport NZ's Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall finally got the All Black/Springbok match they were so desperately look…
The 2017 Rugby Championship Review
Jamie Wall gives you the highs and lows of the Rugby Championship - complete with some sweet tries, an interesting rendition of a …
Wallabies overcome Pumas in Mendoza
The Wallabies completed their Rugby Championship with a hard-fought win over Argentina in Mendoza.
Dejan Kalinic
08 Oct, 1:40
Pumas v Wallabies LIVE NOW
You can follow all the action on our LIVE MATCH CENTRE.
Online Editors
07 Oct, 22:29
All Blacks beat Boks in epic test
The All Blacks have beaten the Springboks 25-24 in an intense, thrilling match at Newlands in Cape Town.
Online Editors
07 Oct, 17:14
England back-row suffers suspected dislocated shoulder
Eddie Jones will be down one back-row for the upcoming autumn internationals after suffering a suspected dislocated shoulder.
Peter Thompson
07 Oct, 14:40
The 1014 Podcast: Rugby Championship Round Five Review
The 1014 uncover some common attack systems used between the All Blacks, Wallabies and Springboks to score tries.
Watch: Ireland's fastest rugby players have been revealed
Rugby is a game of attrition in the northern hemisphere, played throughout the winter and hence doesn't always lend itself to the…
Online Editors
06 Oct, 19:31
Understanding the All Black support in Cape Town
Where will you find the most passionate All Black fans? All evidence points to the aged stands of Newlands this weekend.
Should the rest of the world step up to All Blacks standards? This is a theme on message boards and we address it on this week's …
Online Editors
05 Oct, 20:13
The Short Ball Podcast: Beaver drops in for a chat
Scotty and Mils talk about the benefits of the All Blacks playing in Cape Town, a bit of Mitre 10 Cup and get a surprise call from…
Familiar faces return for All Blacks
The All Blacks team has been named to play the final Rugby Championship match against South Africa at Newlands Stadium, Cape Town …
Online Editors
05 Oct, 4:09
Quade Cooper to mastermind Wallabies downfall
Australia international Quade Cooper will be aiming to take down the Wallabies when he captains the Barbarians in Sydney.
Matthew Scott
04 Oct, 10:27
England prop Sinckler cops lengthy ban for 'gouge'
England and Harlequins prop Kyle Sinckler has been banned following allegations of eye gouging were made against him during a Prem…
Jack Davies
03 Oct, 22:14
Rugby takes a back seat: a wild ride in Buenos Aires
Jamie Wall's crazy journey through Buenos Aires traffic, nightlife and everything else off the park during the All Blacks' visit t…
Foley urges Australia to rise to Argentina challenge
Australia's Rugby Championship campaign concludes in Mendoza on Saturday and Bernard Foley is determined to finish on a high.
Russell Greaves
02 Oct, 10:44
The good deeds / strong PR continues from SBW. This time he has taken the time to take off his socks and shorts and throw them to …
Perese, Timani and Arnold released from Australia squad
Australia have trimmed their Rugby Championship squad, with Izaia Perese, Lopeti Timani and Rory Arnold released for game time in …
Christopher Devine
01 Oct, 10:36
DENIAL: Cheika explodes at journalist over Folau hair pulling issue
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika blew up at a journalist who pointed out that Israel Folau pulled the hair of Dillyn Leyds in his si…
Ian Cameron
01 Oct, 10:28
All Blacks 36 Pumas 10 - champs run riot in first half
The All Blacks competed another Rugby Championship win in Buenos Aires today, beating Argentina 36-10.
The next man up in England's youth movement
After setting the World Rugby U20 Championship alight in the summer, Harlequins’ talented back Gabriel Ibitoye is ready to take …
Highlights: New Zealand Schools Barbarians vs Tonga Schoolboys
New Zealand Schools Barbarians have come away with a gritty 33-19 win over the Tongan Schoolboys in Palmerston North, whilst the N…
Online Editors
29 Sep, 18:49
Watch: Young Welsh sevens rugby star turned internet rap sensation
Wales Sevens star Lloyd Lewis is about to release the first of rap singles which were recorded in a converted garage.
Online Editors
29 Sep, 15:50
#JamieOnTour: Buenos Aires
Steak, bitter football rivalry and a bit of rugby for good measure. Join Jamie Wall and Joe Fiu as they preview the All Blacks/Pum…
The Rugby Pod - Episode 4
Ed Jackson joins the pod to tell his inspiring story about his rehab from a broken neck. Some huge transfer news in the rumour mil…
What you need to know about Rugby World Cup 2023
The final presentations have been given, the Q&A's are over, when do we find out the host nation of the Rugby World Cup 2023?
Peteso Cannon
28 Sep, 19:24
Marty & Jamie run down the issues
Martin Devlin from Radio Sport NZ and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall talk a bit of All Blacks, exactly where the Wallabies and Springboks…
Online Editors
28 Sep, 10:16
Check out the impressive NZ Schoolboys forward pack
Last week we brought you the monstrous NZ Schoolboys backline, this time we're having a look at the equally gigantic forwards.
Hansen names one new cap in All Black side to play Pumas
The All Blacks team has been named to play the Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Estadio José Amalfitani.
Online Editors
28 Sep, 4:07
Goode backs shorter tours and smaller squads
Following the Lions controversy prompted by Sean O’Brien’s comments last week, and an announcement that number of games on the…
Lions discontent amongst wider squad
Former Scotland international Jim Hamilton said he had heard murmurings of discontent from within the camp but disagreed with O’…
On this week's episode of The Short Ball, Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina discuss the merits of each of the three Rugby World Cup…
Watch: The Honey Badger aka Nick Cummins, officially appointed as Brisbane Global Rugby Tens party planner
Nick Cummins appears to be taking his position as party planner for the Brisbane tens tournament very seriously, we know this beca…
Peteso Cannon
27 Sep, 9:11
Rugby World Cup 2023: The State of Play - France
With the bidding process for the 2023 Rugby World Cup hotting up, we continue our look at the potential host countries and break d…
Dan Johansson
27 Sep, 5:55
The closest Los Pumas have got to beating the All Blacks
That one draw in 1985, which ended 21-all, remains one of the greatest days in Argentine rugby - but if the All Blacks had their w…
Coetzee questions his player's technical ability and releases a further three Boks
Allister Coetzee the Springboks coach, feels one player in particular lacks the technical ability that is needed at international …
Online Editors
26 Sep, 19:29
The Super Rugbyfication of the Premiership and its fringe defence problem
For many years now, there has been a sizeable group of English rugby fans – and many fans from other northern hemisphere countri…
Watch: Terrible Haka Video Goes Viral (ish)
A seemingly innocuous upload to an All Blacks "Banter" page on Facebook has highlighted just how many Kiwis have been guilty of Ha…
Online Editors
26 Sep, 7:59
Highlights - HKRU Premiership Super Saturday
Societe Generale Valley, Bloomberg HK Scottish and Natixis HKFC all got their seasons off to a winning start on the HKRU Old Mutua…
Irish brought back down to earth with a bump - Andy Goode
Maybe we all got a bit carried away on the opening weekend of the season with the sun beating down and a record 50 tries scored.
"Yes" - Billy Vunipola claims he's prepared to take a pay cut
Billy Vunipola said he would take a pay cut to avoid burn out prior to his latest injury setback for Saracens.
The universal language of rugby - Japan
Jared James is the only foreigner in an all Japanese rugby team, Shizuoka Rugby Club. The 24-year old headed to Japan teach Englis…
Rugby Pod - Singapore showbiz
Jim's back with tales from Four Floors and Jamie George joins us to talk Philly, Lions, season length & more
RWC 2023: The State of Play – South Africa
After our profile on rival bidders Ireland, it’s time to turn our attention to the sole entrant from the Southern Hemisphere and…
Dan Johansson
25 Sep, 4:46
Jones reveals that he's hunting for a certain type of player for his RWC squad
With two years until the World Cup, Eddie Jones hopes to find a rookie with the X factor for his England squad.
Alex Fisher
24 Sep, 11:05
Worrying scenes for both Saracens and England
Saracens have just run out comprehensive winners against Sale Sharks by 41-13.
One blot on their otherwise pristine copybook …
Online Editors
23 Sep, 15:55
Martyn Williams calls for a change of captaincy in the Welsh team
Current skipper Alun Wyn Jones was given the captaincy for last years campaign and is tipped by many to be captain this autumn, du…
Online Editors
23 Sep, 13:46
RWC 2023: State of play - Ireland
Excitement is mounting ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, which is just two short years away.
Dan Johansson
23 Sep, 7:27
Watch: Lions PR department refute Sean O'Brien's claims 'line by line'
Lions chief executive John Feehan has defended Warren Gatland in the wake of O'Brien's criticism of his coaching panel on Wednesda…
Online Editors
22 Sep, 11:38
Barrett's holiday cancelled
Beauden Barrett will once again don the number 10 jersey against the Pumas, and will most likely play 80 minutes.
Online Editors
22 Sep, 3:39
Let's talk about Springbok selection policies
Merit based or race based? Andrew Mehrtens gave his two cents on The Short Ball this week, laying into the debate about South Afri…
Online Editors
22 Sep, 1:11
O'Brien fallout: Lions officials hit back, flanker explains himself
Sean O'Brien's criticism of the British and Irish Lions' efforts under Warren Gatland in New Zealand have taken team officials by …
Iain Strachan
21 Sep, 23:29
WATCH: Can 20 year old French centre live up to the hype?
Penaud burst onto the international scene in June, scoring a try against the Springboks in Durban and putting in a solid shift at …
Callum Whitten
21 Sep, 15:10
Ryan's France Sevens job tip of a big Bleu rugby iceberg
Coach who masterminded Fiji's sevens glory at Rio joins France as a consultant - and it's just one part of a slow rebirth of the F…
James Harrington
21 Sep, 12:48
57-0 gives us plenty to talk about. Were the All Blacks that good? Were the Springboks that bad?
Online Editors
21 Sep, 3:16
Will the All Blacks affect the upcoming NZ election?
If you didn’t know, New Zealand has a general election coming up this weekend - so it’s probably worth having a look at how th…
O'Brien blames Lions coaching panel for drawn series with the All Blacks
O'Brien recounts one particular instance where the team had a triple training session just two days prior to the first test, insis…
Peteso Cannon
20 Sep, 18:01
Vile abuse directed at Springboks & their families
Eben Etzebeth has called out the vile abuse that has been directed at Springbok players and their families following their defeat …
Natalya King
20 Sep, 4:16
Injury update on Springboks flanker Jaco Kriel
It would appear that the injury Jaco Kriel sustained in the Springboks clash with Australia seems to be more serious than first an…
Online Editors
19 Sep, 10:41
Two years since Japan shook the rugby world
Two years ago today, Japan pulled off the most unlikely victory the sport has ever seen. On a sunny day in Brighton, the Brave Blo…
Fred Culazzo
19 Sep, 7:58
Heaviest defeats in history
Last Saturday, we witnessed the biggest defeat in South Africa’s proud history. A somewhat inexperienced and questionably coache…
Mitchell calls out Bok tactics
The Springboks are 'too prescriptive' and they should start chancing their arm. That is the blunt assessment of the Blue Bulls' Ne…
Weekend review with Marty & Jamie
After the hiding the All Blacks gave the Springboks on the weekend, the boys couldn't wait till later in the week to talk about it…
Three familiar faces back for the All Blacks
A group of senior players will miss the Argentinian leg of the Rugby Championship, as the All Blacks management looks to manage th…
Online Editors
17 Sep, 22:14
Hansen to name two separate squads for the All Blacks final two tests
Strength in depth is one of the greatest weapons at the disposal of Steve Hansen, evident in the decision to pick two twenty eight…
Online Editors
17 Sep, 14:00
Video: Is this the Irish team that could win the 2019 Rugby World Cup
Despite winning the Grand Slam in 2009 and the Six Nations titles in 2014 and 2015, Ireland have always failed to deliver on the W…
Callum Whitten
17 Sep, 12:13
LIVE GAME - Wallabies v Pumas
GIO Stadium in Canberra is the venue for the second of tonight's Rugby Championship matches, where the Wallabies are hosting the P…
Online Editors
16 Sep, 10:04
MATCH REPORT - All Blacks massacre Boks in Albany
The All Blacks destroyed the Springboks tonight at QBE Stadium in Albany, winning 57-0 in a very one-sided test.
Online Editors
16 Sep, 9:24
LIVE GAME - All Blacks v Springboks
The biggest battle in world rugby is happening in Albany as the All Blacks take on old foes the Springboks in The Rugby Championsh…
Online Editors
16 Sep, 7:45
#FlashBackFriday: That time the Boks got ripped off in Auckland
The Springboks haven’t played in Auckland for a while, but the last time they did left a bitter taste in their mouths.
Video - Cheika weighs in on the Folau Tweet in characteristically gruff fashion
Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika has offered his thoughts around the Israel Folau Twitter controversy.
The Rugby Championship preview with Marty & Jamie
Radio Sport NZ host Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's own Jamie Wall give a run down of the All Blacks v Boks, Wallabies v Pumas...an…
New All Black prop shuts down journalist who questioned his scrummaging
New All Black prop Kane Hames took exception to an article written about him and he wasn't shy about raising the issue during a pr…
Ruggamatrix Podcast Episode 254
The boys talk a bit of All Blacks, specifically whether Beauden Barrett is still the man for the job at 10.
Opinion: Should’ve kept that one to yourself, Izzy
Israel Folau is the fullback for a very disappointing Waratahs team, as well as a very disappointing Wallabies team. So at least i…
England v All Blacks...IT'S ON
Their last meeting came in 2014 but England and New Zealand will do battle again at Twickenham in November next year.
Warburton to miss November Tests and more
Sam Warburton has been ruled out of Wales' November Internationals and is already facing a fight to be fit for the start of the Si…
Matthew Scott
12 Sep, 16:32
Back surgery rules Clermont captain Chouly out of France's November Tests
France will be unable without Damien Chouly when they face New Zealand, South Africa and Japan with the number eight out for three…
Being there for Vaea Fifita’s two biggest highlights
Last year Vaea Fifita hurdled clean over a player in a provincial game. On Saturday night he shook the rugby world with a barnstor…
Dylan Hartley's reign as England captain could be about to end
After a busy international summer that saw England take a largely developmental squad down to Argentina and record a 2-0 series vi…
VIDEO: Augustin Creevy uses Israel Dagg like a door mat
Sometimes in life you are the hammer, and sometimes you are the nail.
LIVE GAME - Wallabies v Springboks
We’re live from Perth for the third round of the Rugby Championship! Follow all the action, stats and commentary in our Live Mat…
LIVE GAME - All Blacks v Pumas
Join us live from New Plymouth for the third round of the Rugby Championship! Follow all the action, stats and commentary in our L…
Wallabies v Springboks: Everything you need to know
A number of Wallabies will have extra motivation against South Africa following Western Force's axing from Super Rugby.
Nicholas McGee
08 Sep, 19:50
French international set to play his first Top 14 game in four years
The Top14 is about to see a return of a one of the national team's most outstanding athletes - writes James Harrington.
James Harrington
08 Sep, 15:43
WATCH: Kieran Read speaks at the All Blacks captain's run
Jamie Wall was at Yarrow Stadium in New Plymouth ahead of tomorrow night's test between the All Blacks and Pumas.
Wallabies v Boks: the biggest test match of the year
They couldn’t have scripted this one better. This weekend sees the Wallabies and Springboks face off in a test that, for both si…
PODCAST: Ruggamatrix episode 253
Are the Wallabies too sensitive to criticism? The Rugby Championship resumes - will the All Blacks thrash Los Pumas, can the Walla…
The weekend preview with Marty and Jamie
Radio Sport NZ's Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall give their thoughts on a big weekend of test match rugby in Australia a…
Look who's backing France's 2023 Rugby World Cup bid
Dan Carter has emerged as France's not-very-secret weapon in its bid to win the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
James Harrington
07 Sep, 12:11
The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils - 'The Vibe'
It's congratulations on The Short Ball as Mils is a new father and Scotty wins an oyster dinner in a bet following the Northland T…
After last week's drama, The Rugby Pod is a full house with Goodey out on bail. The lads are joined by ex-Sarries prop, Petrus du …
INJURY UPDATE: All Blacks lose key players
The All Blacks received some bad injury news in the lead up to Saturday night's test against Argentina in New Plymouth.
Online Editors
04 Sep, 1:49
WATCH: New Zealand claim unprecedented feat over the rest of the rugby world
From the 'news that will surprise absolutely nobody' file, New Zealand are the most dominant nation in the rugby world.
However…
Watch: The mythical 10 point try
There have been many fables told throughout rugby circles over the years, for example; that Richie McCaw was consistently offside.…
Peteso Cannon
31 Aug, 18:17
UPDATE: Body blow for both Exeter and potentially Italy
Centre Michele Campagnaro fears he could be out for up to nine months after suffering ligament damage
Peter Thompson
31 Aug, 18:01
South Africa to stay in SANZAAR - for now
On the weekend that the Cheetahs and Kings are set to play their first games in the Pro 14 competition, South African rugby bosses…
Ruggamatrix Episode 252 - Are the Wallabies back?
The Wallabies pushed the All Blacks to the brink restoring pride in the gold jersey, but in the end the Wallabies have lost anothe…
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