British & Irish Lions 2025
Analysis
The three key areas the Western Force must nail to tame the Lions
The British and Irish Lions have landed on our shores, and all of a sudden, rugby’s most historic series is mere hours from gett…
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The players set to light up the World Rugby U20 Championship
Some of the world's best young players will converge on Northern Italy seeking to lift the U20 World Championship trophy
Boks explain Siya Kolisi situaton and why they went for new captain
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick has shed light on Siya Kolisi’s withdrawal from Saturday’s clash against the Barbari…
Gonzalo Quesada’s Italy blow Namibia away in Windhoek
Gonzalo Quesada’s Italy opened their summer tour to Africa in emphatic fashion, cruising to a 73–6 win over Namibia at the Hag…
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Women's Rugby World Cup
Interview
Scotland's Alex Stewart on being diagnosed with diabetes and coeliac disease
In April, midway through the Guinness Women’s Six Nations, Scotland women’s young gun Alex Stewart was diagnosed with diabetes…
How hot is too hot to play? World Rugby update heat guidelines
So how hot is too hot to play a rugby match? A new approach from World Rugby has laid out exactly when it becomes too much.
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Junior Springboks make 4 changes for World Rugby U20s revenge mission
The Junior Springboks have named their team for Sunday’s World Rugby U20 Championship clash against Australia in Calvisano, Ital…
Three rugby dynasties repped in England, Scotland sides for World Rugby U20 opener
England and Scotland have named their teams for Sunday’s opening match of the 2025 World Rugby U20 Championship in Verona, Italy…
Ireland call-up injury cover for Munster star Tom Ahern
Ireland have called up Connacht forward Josh Murphy as injury cover for Munster utility forward Tom Ahern.
Mack Hansen: 'It was mad. You don’t expect anyone to actually do it'
The 27-year-old, who was born and raised in Canberra, was in the crowd when the British and Irish Lions were beaten by the Brumbie…
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Jesse Kriel gets nod as Springboks lose huge star ahead of Barbarians
Jesse Kriel will captain South Africa for the first time when the Springboks face the Barbarians in the Qatar Airways Cup at DHL S…
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England's cancelled rugby tour: Threats to players and accusations of cowardice
Steve Borthwick’s squad is the seventh that England have taken to Argentina since the first tour took place in 1981, following t…
‘In your head’: Lions assistant highlights focus after shock loss
British & Irish Lions assistant coach John Fogarty has explained “little things around mentality” have been the key focus this…
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What Andy Farrell loves about Lions rookie Henry Pollock
The swaggering Northampton back row is the squad’s youngest player.
'Mouthguards in': Tensions rise at Wallabies training
Exacting revenge is not the motivation as the Wallabies admit to having one eye on Fiji and another on the British and Irish Lions…
'Mind games, verbal volleys, loaded barbs, anger, aggression. All are key ingredients in Lions vs Wallabies Test series.'
If rugby union doesn't reach all parts of Australia, the Lions' visits rarely offer less than compelling theatre.
‘A bit obsessed’: Wallaby Nic White opens up on 2013 Lions heartbreak
For more than 10 years, Wallabies scrum-half Nic White has been “obsessed” with staying in Australia to face the British and I…
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‘We need personalities like Henry Pollock’: White on rugby’s rising star
Western Force skipper Nic White believes it’s “absolutely awesome” to see what Henry Pollock has already done for the sport.
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Can the All Blacks regain their aura and maintain their winning legacy?
For a small nation, New Zealand have punched well above their weight for over 100 years but can they retain their dominance for mu…
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Ben Kay: 'I get the feeling Aussie pundits have no idea how much the game has changed in the Northern Hemisphere.'
The Lions have work to do but in a pressured environment, the England World Cup winner backs them to meet the Wallaby challenge
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Paolo Odogwu set for Italy return against Namibia with three debutants
Paolo Odogwu is set to make his first appearance for Italy since the 2023 World Cup on Friday when Gonzalo Quesada's side take on …
Pauline Bourdon Sansus to sit out France's opening World Cup match
Pauline Bourdon Sansus, arguably France's best female player, will sit out the opening match of France’s Women’s Rugby World C…
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TOP 14
Opinion
History of rugby in France: Top 14 thrives, whilst Élite 1 remains neglected and unseen
This year, the final of the women’s domestic competition in France, Elite 1, featured Stade Toulousain and Stade Bordelais, mirr…
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Tales from the back of the plane: A reporter's eye view of the 1989 Lions tour
The looming presence was hard to ignore as I settled down with the smugness that comes from ensuring that your long flight to Aust…
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There's been a fresh plot twist in the Taniela Tupou transfer saga
Taniela Tupou’s future may no longer lie with Section Paloise, with the Wallabies prop now close to signing with Parisian outfit…
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Women's Rugby World Cup
Interview
Courtney Keight: Wales, sand dune fitness and moving clubs
It has been quite the year for Courtney Keight already. A new international coach, a new international position, and a new club so…
Where to watch the Lions, World Rugby U20s and more this weekend
Fans in the United Kingdom, Ireland and South Africa will be able to watch the World Rugby U20 Championship on RugbyPass TV, as th…
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Barbarians: 7 All Blacks, 3 French, 2 Irish legends to take on Boks
Former Ireland captain Peter O'Mahony will lead the Barbarians in the final match of his career against South Africa in Cape Town …
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Gabriel Hamer-Webb one of three Leicester signings with ex-NZ U20 lock
Leicester Tigers have announced three new signings ahead of next season, just over a week after losing in the Gallagher Premiershi…
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Dan Sheehan reacts to Lions captaincy honour ahead of debut in Perth
Dan Sheehan will wear the famous red jersey of the British & Irish Lions for the first time on Saturday, while also captaining the…
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Come in number 55…where to next for England’s revolving-door midfield?
More upheaval in midfield means England will field a 55th different centre combination in 15 years against Argentina next week.
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Scotland all too aware of the impact July tour has on World Cup hopes
Ollie Smith is relishing the chance to win his first cap since the 2023 World Cup on Scotland’s summer tour of the South Pacific…
The pre-Japan camp that made Wales prop lose 3kg in fluid
Prop Gareth Thomas believes the impact of front-row greats Adam Jones and Gethin Jenkins can help Wales “turn the corner” in t…
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Leinster stars flood Lions team to face Western Force
The Lions have turned to their newly crowned URC champions to open their Australian tour against the Western Force in Perth.
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Eight debutants named for Maori All Blacks' Tokyo showdown
A Maori All Blacks team laden with talent has been named to face Japan XV in Tokyo this weekend, with more than a handful of playe…
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Series-ending Wallace Sititi injury sees All Blacks turn to Blues star
The All Blacks have suffered a blow just days into their 2025 campaign, with reigning World Breakthrough Player of the Year Wallac…
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