All Blacks call in more reinforcements after Sam Cane injury
The All Blacks have called upon three All Blacks XV players to join the top squad after counting their injury woes from the weeken…
Ned Lester
11 Nov 2024, 15:46
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'They are not unbeatable, they are still human, they are still rugby players'
Two years ago Freeman was replaced at half-time of the 27-13 defeat at Twickenham.
PA
11 Nov 2024, 14:31
How Wallaby teammate describes playing alongside 'freak' Joseph Suaalii
Australia centre Len Ikitau has described his Wallabies midfield partner Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii as “a freak” following an unfor…
PA
11 Nov 2024, 13:13
'You're on 600k': Former favourite turns on Gatland in extreme tirade
Former Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips has said that Warren Gatland "deserves to be kicked out" in an impassioned post online, addi…
Josh Raisey
11 Nov 2024, 12:32
Ireland could be forced deep into reserves with latest injury
Ireland prop Tom O’Toole has been ruled out of Friday evening’s match against Argentina in Dublin.
PA
11 Nov 2024, 11:19
Hurting Wales highlight how they can beat a resurgent Australia
Wales are arguably at the lowest ebb in their 143-year international rugby history following Fiji’s 24-19 victory in Cardiff.
PA
11 Nov 2024, 10:32
Is there any cause for optimism in the ashes of Wales’ annus horribilis?
Where do Wales currently stand? We took a look at the numbers underpinning their record-equalling run of defeats in a bid to answe…
Analysis
Martyn Thomas
11 Nov 2024, 10:24
Three exit Scotland camp after bruising battle with Boks
Scotland have confirmed that the Glasgow Warriors trio of Max Williamson, Jack Dempsey and Gregor Brown have left the squad injure…
Josh Raisey
11 Nov 2024, 9:26
Did the best of Ireland leave with Johnny Sexton and Stuart Lancaster?
New Zealand exerted the 'Aviva squeeze' on an Irish team which looks to have lost its innovative lustre.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
11 Nov 2024, 7:32
Mick Cleary: 'England need to get angry, with themselves and with their coaches.'
Steve Borthwick's men are finding new ways to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory and it is becoming a problem
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
11 Nov 2024, 6:46
Four talking points from Scotland’s latest defeat by South Africa
It is a strange scenario where a defeated coach hails a 17-point loss as “one of their best performances” in recent times and …
Opinion
Bryn Palmer
11 Nov 2024, 5:44
Former Wales lock Jake Ball announces retirement
Former Wales lock Jake Ball has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the end of the upcoming Japan Rugby League One…
Josh Raisey
11 Nov 2024, 4:21
The one thing that didn’t surprise Eben Etzebeth about Scotland
While the final scoreline gives the impression of a fairly comfortable outing for South Africa in their opening Autumn Nations Ser…
Grant Constable
11 Nov 2024, 3:45
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii: 'Moments like this' the reason for code switch
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been left buoyed with emotion by his uplifting Wallabies debut, declaring the "amazing" experience of hi…
AAP
10 Nov 2024, 22:26
Joe Schmidt: 'The grand slam may still be alive'
Coach Joe Schmidt offers only a wise, wry smile when the outlandish prospect of a first British Isles 'grand slam' for the Wallabi…
AAP
10 Nov 2024, 20:52
Gregor Townsend's upbeat take on Scotland's 4 try to zero loss to Boks
Townsend praised the display as ‘one of our best performances of the last few seasons’.
PA
10 Nov 2024, 15:26
The odd post-match demeanor of Rassie Erasmus and his Springboks
If you missed it, you might assume that the Springboks monstered their Scottish counterparts with another brutal display of Bomb S…
Analysis
Daniel Gallan
10 Nov 2024, 15:00
No.8 Ben Earl makes concession to England fans after latest loss
England must rescue their autumn by toppling the Springboks with Japan visiting Twickenham a week later to close the schedule.
PA
10 Nov 2024, 14:28
Rusty Springboks pushed by Scotland in opening tour game
The hosts rallied impressively in the second half and at one stage got to within four points of the world champions.
PA
10 Nov 2024, 13:43
Scotland player ratings vs South Africa | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Scotland player ratings: Scotland slipped to a ninth successive defeat against South Africa, and a fourth under Gregor Townsend, …
Opinion
Bryn Palmer
10 Nov 2024, 13:21
Springboks return to top of world rankings
South Africa have moved back to the top of the world rankings after extending their winning run against Scotland to nine matches w…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2024, 13:18
South Africa player ratings vs Scotland | Autumn Nations Series
Reigning Rugby World Cup champions South Africa got their Autumn Nations Cup off to the perfect start with a 32 - 15 win over Scot…
Opinion
Philip Bendon
10 Nov 2024, 13:10
Both coaches agree on Semi Radradra 20-minute red card
Both Wales head coach Warren Gatland and Fiji's Mick Byrne say they are in favour of the 20-minute red card Law that saw Semi Radr…
Ian Cameron
10 Nov 2024, 12:28
Gatland: 'Probably the wrong player has gone on as a replacement'
Warren Gatland has claimed Wales sent on the wrong replacement following Mason Grady’s first-half injury as Fiji claimed an hist…
Martyn Thomas
10 Nov 2024, 11:58
Maro Itoje's brutal admission in aftermath of bitter England loss
Maro Itoje insists England are determined to make amends after their autumn blues continued with a dramatic 42-37 defeat by Austra…
PA
10 Nov 2024, 11:36
Wales player ratings vs Fiji | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Wales fans arrived at the Principality Stadium hoping to see a morale-boosting win but came away in disappointment as Fiji made hi…
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
10 Nov 2024, 11:13
Fiji make Test history in Cardiff as they condemn Wales to 10th straight loss
Wales slumped to a record-equalling 10th successive Test match defeat as Fiji claimed a 24-19 Autumn Nations Series victory in Car…
PA
10 Nov 2024, 11:05
Fiji player ratings vs Wales | 2024 Autumn Nation Series
Fiji player ratings: Fiji's performance in Cardiff was far from flawless, yet their unwavering heart and determination propelled t…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
10 Nov 2024, 10:43
Where Will Jordan ranks the Ireland performance and his try scoring streak
The All Blacks 23-13 win over world number one Ireland could be a defining chapter for the Scott Robertson era and for starting fu…
Interview
Ben Smith
10 Nov 2024, 6:16
Evan Roos: 'That has been a massive calming relief for myself'
Having missed last year’s Rugby World Cup through non-selection, his 2024 international year was cut short after just two appear…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
10 Nov 2024, 3:57
Four talking points after a 'bonkers' England loss to Australia
Friday night lights in Dublin was supposed to provide this weekend’s Autumn Nations Series fireworks, not Saturday afternoon in …
Analysis
Liam Heagney
10 Nov 2024, 3:54
All Blacks assistant coach credits bench impact to 'absolute champion'
Not too long ago the All Blacks were struggling to close out Test matches late in the game. But now Scott Robertson’s side has b…
Henry Lee
09 Nov 2024, 21:28
Joseph Suaalii labels England win 'fun', downplays praise
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been hailed as a "freak" and "great" with his Wallabies' squadmates in awe of his striking debut in the …
AAP
09 Nov 2024, 20:54
All Blacks lose Sam Darry for rest of Autumn Nations Series
A training injury has befallen All Blacks rookie Sam Darry and has ruled the lock out of the final two games of the team's 2024 ca…
Ned Lester
09 Nov 2024, 19:20
Japan player ratings vs France | Autumn Nations Series
Japan was defeated 52-12 by France at the Stade de France in Paris.
The “Brave Blossoms” battled constantly throughout the 80…
Opinion
Henry Lee
09 Nov 2024, 19:07
France player ratings vs Japan | Autumn Nations Series
France opened their Autumn Nations Series campaign in commanding form, dishing out a hefty defeat to an ambitious but outclassed J…
Opinion
Ned Lester
09 Nov 2024, 17:22
Tomás Albornoz magic sees Argentina run rampant against Italy
There were a lot of positives to carry on going into a much harder proposition in six days when they play Ireland at the Aviva on …
Frankie Deges
09 Nov 2024, 16:51
Handre Pollard: 'I'm not going to be trying no-look cross-kicks any time soon'
If you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, they are certainly handy to have around to show the young pups a thing or two.
Not th…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
09 Nov 2024, 16:00
What Eben Etzebeth makes of the Scotland threat
Springbok captain Eben Etzebeth anticipates a tough 80-minute clash against Scotland for their Autumn Nations Series Test in Edinb…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 15:39
England's Tom Curry ruled out of potential Bongi Mbonambi reunion
Having verbally clashed at last October’s Rugby World Cup semi-final in Paris, a divisive situation where the English back-rower…
Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2024, 15:17
Joe Schmidt tempers Joseph Suaalii hype after debut for the ages
Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has described Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's player of the match debut against England as "confidence-bo…
Josh Raisey
09 Nov 2024, 14:19
Steve Borthwick explains where blame lies for latest England defeat
The head coach was left looking on with bewilderment as Australia struck with an 83rd minute converted try to clinch a 42-37 win i…
Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2024, 13:49
'An absolute mess': Steve Borthwick comes underfire as 'big questions' asked
Steve Borthwick’s tenure as England head coach has come under intense scrutiny after a last-minute 42-37 defeat to Australia at …
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 13:14
Wallabies soar as England fold again in Twickenham thriller
England collapsed to another agonising late defeat in their Autumn Nations Series when Max Jorgensen struck three minutes into ove…
PA
09 Nov 2024, 12:59
England player ratings vs Australia | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Here are the RugbyPass England player ratings following a brilliantly bonkers 10-try thriller eventually won at the death by the W…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2024, 12:50
Australia player ratings vs England | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Australia player ratings: Australia snatched a try at the death to beat England 37-42 at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium in a match f…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
09 Nov 2024, 12:20
'Freak' - Joseph Suaalii’s spectacular Wallabies debut leaves fans in awe
Joseph Suaalii’s debut for the Wallabies against England at Twickenham on Saturday afternoon left fans and pundits alike in awe …
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 12:12
'It is not something you ever want to happen' - Wales captain Dewi Lake
Dewi Lake has urged Wales to “turn over a new leaf” when they begin their Autumn Nations Series campaign against Fiji on Sunda…
PA
09 Nov 2024, 9:21
The Scotland message Sione Tuipulotu has laid out for South Africa
Gregor Townsend’s side have had some big wins over the likes of France, England, Wales and Australia in recent seasons, but have…
PA
09 Nov 2024, 9:11
Ireland 'literally couldn’t string five phases of rugby together'
Former Scotland head coach turned television pundit Matt Williams and Lions' winger Shane Horgan did not hold back in their critiq…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 8:29
What Ireland said behind closed doors after bitter loss to All Blacks
Ireland were seeking a 20th consecutive win at the Aviva Stadium before being beaten 23-13 by the All Blacks on Friday.
PA
09 Nov 2024, 7:29
'Below the line': The cheap shot that sparked All Blacks captain Scott Barrett
All Blacks captain Scott Barrett has revealed what exactly set him off in the first half against Ireland as tempers flared early i…
Ben Smith
09 Nov 2024, 7:01
Fiji spell out not so subtle warning to Wales ahead of Cardiff clash
Fiji are ready to thrive on what head coach Mick Byrne describes as “a whole new energy” when they tackle Wales in Cardiff.
PA
09 Nov 2024, 6:33
Wales vs Fiji talking points: The Hansen record Gatland doesn't want
Fiji have never beaten their hosts in the Welsh capital, but they will relish an opportunity to make history against opponents wit…
Analysis
PA
09 Nov 2024, 6:07
The 'turning point' Andy Farrell rued in Ireland's All Blacks loss
The statistical reality was that the much fancied Irish had taken a hammering on the penalty count, conceding 13 penalties to just…
Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2024, 5:27
'South Africa, on their day, would have pumped this All Black team'
Former Ireland winger Shane Horgan believes South Africa would have pumped the New Zealand side that beat Ireland 23-13 in the Avi…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2024, 5:12
Four talking points as in-the-shadows England welcome the Wallabies
Last weekend’s defeat to New Zealand was England’s fifth reverse in seven outings, but a three wins from four Autumn Nations S…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2024, 2:54
Four talking points as 'hold my beer' Ireland beaten by All Blacks
The consensus was that Ireland would giddily deliver a performance reflective of their World Rugby number one ranking and stick it…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2024, 2:34
'Gutted' Andy Farrell admits Irish mood ‘sombre’ after NZ inflict rare home loss
The All Blacks ran out 23-13 winners at the Aviva Stadium.
PA
08 Nov 2024, 20:25
All Black Rieko Ioane stirs Irish pot again with post-win jibe
Midfielder Rieko Ioane has thrown a not-so-subtle jab at former Ireland captain Johnny Sexton.
Finn Morton
08 Nov 2024, 20:14
Rieko Ioane on what it meant to lead All Blacks’ haka against Ireland
Rieko Ioane was “more nervous” about leading the All Blacks’ haka for the first time than the match itself.
Finn Morton
08 Nov 2024, 19:07
‘An absolute grind': Former All Blacks react to famous win over Ireland
Former All Blacks Steven Bates and Angus Ta’avao have praised New Zealand’s stunning 23-13 win over Ireland.
Finn Morton
08 Nov 2024, 18:30
Damian McKenzie reflects on key performance as All Blacks stun Ireland
Player of the Match Damian McKenzie acknowledged he “probably needed” a performance like that.
Finn Morton
08 Nov 2024, 17:39
All Blacks end Ireland's 19-match winning streak in Dublin
Andy Farrell’s side were facing the formidable All Blacks for the first time since last year’s agonising 28-24 World Cup quart…
PA
08 Nov 2024, 17:32
All Blacks player ratings vs Ireland | Autumn Nations Series
The All Blacks were able to grind out a 9-6 half-time lead over Ireland and go on to win 23-13 with Will Jordan coming up with New…
Opinion
Ben Smith
08 Nov 2024, 17:11
Warren Gatland admits internal question lingers over Wales star
Warren Gatland has highlighted the “confidence and self-belief” returning fly-half Gareth Anscombe brings into the Wales squad…
PA
08 Nov 2024, 14:09
The 'fine line' Jamie George message to his England players ahead of Australia
George says he wants his side to ‘take teams on and never sit back’.
PA
08 Nov 2024, 13:30
Warren Gatland explains why winless Wales challenge is one to relish
The Welsh kick off the autumn schedule against Fiji on Sunday, which is followed by Principality Stadium appointments with Austral…
PA
08 Nov 2024, 13:08
The Gregor Townsend verdict on his new-look Scotland back three
Injuries sustained by wing Darcy Graham and full-back Kyle Rowe in last weekend’s 57-17 win over Fiji have forced the head coach…
PA
08 Nov 2024, 12:52
How Rassie Erasmus' risky plan could backfire
As if we didn’t already know, none of us can predict what Rassie Erasmus is going to do next. Because not even the best and brig…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
08 Nov 2024, 11:25
Superstars return as Fiji make 6 changes for Wales
Fiji have welcomed back a host of their superstar players for their clash with Wales on Sunday at the Principality Stadium after b…
Josh Raisey
08 Nov 2024, 10:58
Harry Wilson explains Wallabies-England is still a 'good' rivalry
England enter the second of their four Autumn Nations matches as heavy favourites having won 10 of their last 11 meetings dating b…
PA
08 Nov 2024, 9:42
No place for Hastings as Jordan starts for Scotland
Tom Jordan has been rewarded for his impressive debut off the bench in last week's record 57-17 win over Fiji with a place in Scot…
Jon Newcombe
08 Nov 2024, 9:29
How much I expect England to beat Australia by - Andy Goode
They will have been favourites when hosting the Wallabies in all four Tests since being humbled at their home Rugby World Cup almo…
Opinion
Andy Goode
08 Nov 2024, 9:22
11 XV changes for the Springboks who also go with 7/1 bench split
South Africa clinched The Rugby Championship title with a 48-7 win over Argentina in Mbombela on September 28 and their Autumn Nat…
Liam Heagney
08 Nov 2024, 8:54
'Sorry Ireland, we didn't need to get motivated playing you': All Blacks great
It must be hard to imagine for All Blacks that were playing only ten years ago that a rivalry with Ireland would not only soon eme…
Josh Raisey
08 Nov 2024, 6:57
Borthwick the innovator needs to trust his instincts and cut England loose
England must rally against inherent conservatism to unleash a backline of gifted athletes or risk mediocrity
LONG READ
Daniel Gallan
08 Nov 2024, 6:46
Ties between Italy and Argentina run deep as old friends face off
The subplot is thicker and more appealing. As much as it is Italy v Argentina, it will also be Gonzalo Quesada v Felipe Contepomi,…
Opinion
Frankie Deges
08 Nov 2024, 6:37
What Ollie Lawrence makes of the debut-making Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii
England centre Lawrence lines up opposite Suaalii after the 21-year-old was given his Test debut less than a month after switching…
PA
08 Nov 2024, 6:31
USA looking for revenge after back-to-back embarrassments
For the second time in two years USA Rugby will get a chance to take on arguably their most frustrating opponent on the internatio…
Opinion
Nate Brakeley
08 Nov 2024, 6:28
Seven changes, including one new cap, as winless Wales change it up
The Welsh went down 28-36 to Australia in Melbourne on July 13 and they will go in against the Fijians with four changes to the ba…
Liam Heagney
08 Nov 2024, 6:10
Eight All Blacks XV changes as team named to play Georgia
The tourists opened their two-match European tour with a 38-24 win over Munster in Limerick last Saturday and they have now change…
Liam Heagney
08 Nov 2024, 5:19
Jamie George joins the debate over Eddie Jones' England era
Care, who won 101 caps until his international retirement earlier this year, is highly critical of Jones in his autobiography Ever…
PA
08 Nov 2024, 3:11
Four talking points as Andy Farrell's Ireland host the All Blacks
That Rugby World Cup quarter-final, which ended 28-24 in favour of the All Blacks, was one of the sport’s best ever games and th…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
08 Nov 2024, 2:43
Schmidt on the ‘risk’ of starting Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii against England
Joe Schmidt accepts it's not going to be easy, speculates it won't be perfect and admits, yes, it's a risk.
AAP
07 Nov 2024, 21:50
How can Scott Robertson revive the All Blacks’ playmaking ‘triple threat’?
The halcyon days of Dan Carter, Ma'a Nonu and Conrad Smith are long gone and the new pieces of the puzzle don't mesh together.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
07 Nov 2024, 13:44
'You don’t want to be the one shouting the loudest' - Andrew Porter plotting All Blacks payback
Stung by their heartbreaking loss in Paris at last year's World Cup, the Irish prop says they will give it everything to emerge vi…
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
07 Nov 2024, 12:36
'Easy fuel': All Blacks captain Scott Barrett puts a target on Ireland
All Blacks captain Scott Barrett has put on a target on Ireland's number one world ranking ahead of Friday night's blockbuster cla…
Ben Smith
07 Nov 2024, 12:23
Autumn Nations Series 2024: Everything you need to know about round two
Following the amuse-bouche that was the opening weekend of the Autumn Nations Series 2024, the action gets underway in earnest thi…
Martyn Thomas
07 Nov 2024, 11:51
Caelan Doris makes brutal admission after rewatching Ireland RWC exit
Caelan Doris is determined to harness the painful lessons of Ireland’s World Cup anguish as he prepares to begin his captaincy a…
PA
07 Nov 2024, 10:00
Italy and Argentina name experienced squads for autumn opener
Italy and Argentina have both named sides with only two players with fewer than 10 caps for their encounter in Udine on Saturday.
Josh Raisey
07 Nov 2024, 8:53
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii included for Wallabies debut versus England
Australia were beaten 13-33 by New Zealand in their most recent outing, the September 28 Rugby Championship loss in Wellington.
Liam Heagney
07 Nov 2024, 8:14
Team-mate has one reservation over Johnny Sexton role in Ireland camp
Andy Farrell's decision to draft Johnny Sexton into the Ireland camp in a mentoring role was one that caught his former team-mate …
Interview
Josh Raisey
07 Nov 2024, 7:45
'No, it’s not, that’s the truth' - Andy Farrell rubbishes Ireland subplot
The hosts will attempt to right the wrongs of last year’s World Cup quarter-final exit to New Zealand in Paris.
PA
07 Nov 2024, 7:43
Rory Darge on why the Boks aren't quite as scary as they once were
Rory Darge believes Glasgow’s United Rugby Championship success last season can have a positive effect on Scotland’s mindset a…
PA
07 Nov 2024, 7:24
Springboks name replacement after tour-ending Ruan Nortje injury
The Boks are preparing this week for Sunday’s November opener away to Scotland but they have lost Nortje to a midweek leg injury…
Liam Heagney
07 Nov 2024, 5:48
A dozen changes for France versus Japan after troubled summer tour
The French were beaten 25-33 in Buenos Aires on July 13, a result that gave the Pumas a one-all Test series draw.
Liam Heagney
07 Nov 2024, 5:17
Why Fiji 'don’t get the credit they deserve'
Wales face tough challenge in Autumn Nations Series opener.
PA
07 Nov 2024, 4:45
Please don't run around in circles Damian McKenzie
All McKenzie has to do is follow the game plan, kick his goals and the result should take care of itself, on one proviso.
Opinion
Hamish Bidwell
07 Nov 2024, 4:27
'Exciting' or 'a terrible rule'? Why escort runners could define the Autumn Nations Series
World Rugby's new directive could have far-reaching consequences for the style and tactics of an evolving game.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
07 Nov 2024, 4:17
Jack Dempsey reflects on decision to switch allegiance to Scotland
Jack Dempsey is relishing the “ultimate test” as Scotland bid to prove they have grown since their last meeting with world cha…
PA
07 Nov 2024, 3:59
Signs of promise that Wales' barren run is over and brighter times lie ahead
Warren Gatland is said to be privately optimistic that with a raft of experience returning and maturing youngsters, Wales will be …
LONG READ
Mark Orders
07 Nov 2024, 3:31
George Bell reaping rewards of competing with world's 'best' hooker
With Codie Taylor sidelined for the upcoming Ireland Test, All Blacks selectors have turned to Test rookie George Bell to fortify …
Ned Lester
06 Nov 2024, 23:11
New Zealand rugby commentator’s blunt All Blacks assessment
New Zaland’s veteran rugby commentator Grant Nisbett has delivered a blunt assessment of this year’s All Blacks.
Finn Morton
06 Nov 2024, 18:56
How the Wallabies can expose England’s oppressive linespeed
The Wallabies will face their old foe England in the first Test of their grand slam tour, and those wearing the white jerseys will…
Analysis
John Ferguson
06 Nov 2024, 18:00
Andy Farrell provides Tadhg Furlong injury update
Head coach Andy Farrell is hopeful prop Tadhg Furlong will make a swift recovery from the hamstring strain which has ruled him out…
PA
06 Nov 2024, 14:52
Andre Esterhuizen refutes 'lucky' jibes thrown at Springboks
Andre Esterhuizen is adamant there is no chance of South Africa taking their current sense of buoyancy for granted after they arri…
PA
06 Nov 2024, 14:39
Tom Curry accepts harsh truths about England's loss to All Blacks
Steve Borthwick’s side are out to bounce back from their narrow defeat to New Zealand.
PA
06 Nov 2024, 14:23
George Bell named in All Blacks team to face Ireland
All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has named his team to face Ireland, mainly sticking to the starting line-up who beat England…
Ben Smith
06 Nov 2024, 11:13
Ex-All Blacks captain Kieran Read's prediction for Wallace Sititi
Former All Black captain Kieran Read has delivered his verdict on rising star Wallace Sititi and offered a prediction for Sam Cane…
Ben Smith
06 Nov 2024, 10:03
Crowley to start vs All Blacks as Ireland change 5 from Bok slaying XV
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has opted for Munster No 10 Jack Crowley to start on Friday against the All Blacks at the Aviva St…
Josh Raisey
06 Nov 2024, 9:12
The ferocity of the Top 14 doesn't help Fabien Galthie and France
After a summer of disharmony, Les Bleus are back in action with their talisman Antoine Dupont but there are problems from within t…
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
06 Nov 2024, 3:20
Why Johnny Sexton should buy All Black Rieko Ioane ‘a couple of pints’
Irish rugby scribe Gerry Thornley has jokingly suggested that Johnny Sexton should buy Rieko Ioane a few pints after this week’s…
Finn Morton
05 Nov 2024, 19:35
‘Not a great team’: Irish scribe on All Blacks’ ‘lucky’ win over England
Irish rugby writer Gerry Thornley didn’t mince words when assessing the All Blacks ahead of this week’s Test in Dublin.
Finn Morton
05 Nov 2024, 18:18
Steve Borthwick has his say on damning Care criticism of Eddie Jones
Care wrote in his autobiography, which is being serialised in The Times, that everybody was “bloody terrified” of “despot”…
PA
05 Nov 2024, 15:49
Ireland lose Tadhg Furlong for All Blacks showdown - report
Ireland are set to be without tighthead stalwart Tadhg Furlong for their clash with the All Blacks on Friday, according to Irish o…
Josh Raisey
05 Nov 2024, 14:00
Four talking points after England name team to host the Wallabies
Here are the RugbyPass talking points following the latest England team selection:
Analysis
Liam Heagney
05 Nov 2024, 12:35
Three-way race to be number one in World Rugby men's rankings
Ireland, South Africa and New Zealand could all be ranked number one in the world in a few days' time, adding another fascinating …
Jon Newcombe
05 Nov 2024, 12:17
Cultural reason behind divisive England trait explained by ex-Bok coach
It was in the build-up to the World Cup last year that England's whooping and hollering started to draw a lot of negative attentio…
Josh Raisey
05 Nov 2024, 12:16
Scotland dealt mixed injury fortunes with Darcy Graham out of Bok clash
Kyle Rowe’s hamstring injury is not as bad as first feared.
PA
05 Nov 2024, 12:00
The itch that Wallaby Will Skelton wants to scratch
Returning lock Will Skelton believes the Wallabies have an opportunity to restore Australian rugby to the pinnacle of the Test gam…
Martyn Thomas
05 Nov 2024, 11:53
England name same XV for Australia but 6/2 bench tactic is binned
There is one positional switch in the XV, Ollie Lawrence and Henry Slade swapping positions, but Borthwick’s bench has been tact…
Liam Heagney
05 Nov 2024, 10:45
Ex-international says Ireland 'licking their lips' ahead of facing All Blacks
Former England scrumhalf Matt Dawson says that Ireland could be "licking their lips" at the prospect of facing the injury hit All …
Ben Smith
05 Nov 2024, 9:54
Warburton's Top 14 offer: 'It would have been 2 or 3 times what I was earning in Wales'
Former Wales, and British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has revealed why he turned down an offer from Toulon in 2013 despi…
Josh Raisey
05 Nov 2024, 8:33
Gareth Anscombe explains dream that drove his latest injury recovery
The Gloucester fly-half looks likely to be involved when Wales kick off their Autumn Nations Series campaign against Fiji on Sunda…
PA
05 Nov 2024, 7:51
Records show All Blacks' greatest rugby adversary is now Ireland
The All Blacks-Ireland rivalry has became the greatest of the last decade for New Zealand rugby, and perhaps the global game's sho…
Opinion
Ben Smith
05 Nov 2024, 6:57
Ireland vow not to take All Blacks lightly despite 'good track record'
Ireland begin their autumn internationals against the All Blacks on Friday evening.
PA
05 Nov 2024, 6:44
Pro D2 top try scorer among 8 uncapped players in 42-man Portugal squad
Simon Mannix’s Portugal will head to the Autumn Nations Series with a couple of new additions, as CA Brive’s and Pro D2’s to…
Francisco Isaac
05 Nov 2024, 5:25
Rob Kearney’s All Blacks verdict: ‘They're scared of Ireland now...’
While New Zealand travelled to the Irish capital on Sunday following their narrow 24-22 win over England in London the previous da…
Liam Heagney
05 Nov 2024, 5:22
Boks warned Scotland are a different beast from World Cup encounter
Scott Cummings believes Scotland have to beat one of the best teams ever to grace world rugby if they are to realise their own dre…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
05 Nov 2024, 4:07
Are the All Blacks doomed to a 70% flatline?
Having been spoiled by the giants of the past, New Zealand have been caught up by the rest of the world.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
05 Nov 2024, 2:27
Freddie Thomas: 'OMFG, I've been selected for Wales - my mum was bawling her eyes out'
The burgeoning Gloucester forward was nervously hacking around the golf course when a fateful WRU email landed in his inbox.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
05 Nov 2024, 2:22
The ‘unsung hero’ who helped All Blacks’ bench make a telling difference
Assistant coach Jason Ryan has highlighted “unsung hero” Ofa Tu’ungafasi while praising the collective effort of the All Bla…
Finn Morton
04 Nov 2024, 22:57
Stephen Donald's three takeaways from close All Blacks contest
Scott Robertson and his side were fully aware of what threat England were going to pose, having played the “red roses” twice i…
Henry Lee
04 Nov 2024, 22:57
Former All Blacks react to scrappy win against England
The All Blacks struggled to gain any proper hold of the game against England at Allianz Stadium last weekend, with the amount of p…
Henry Lee
04 Nov 2024, 21:15
Dan Cole offers advice to Joe Marler England replacement
Marler called time on his 95-cap Test career on Sunday morning.
PA
04 Nov 2024, 13:44
Jamie Roberts: Gatland has found the answer to longstanding question
Having a legendary player or partnership in a team does not often create too many problems, but one may be that it takes years, an…
Interview
Josh Raisey
04 Nov 2024, 12:20
Scotland team up with social media star to give fans ‘Ultimate Replay’
Scottish Rugby have collaborated with Skyscanner and social media creator Artyom Skirda to give fans access to the ‘Ultimate Rep…
Martyn Thomas
04 Nov 2024, 12:10
France forced into yet more squad changes as two drop out
France's uncapped duo of Joshua Brennan and Regis Montagne have dropped out of their 42-man squad as they prepare to face Japan on…
Josh Raisey
04 Nov 2024, 11:02
Wallaby jumps to defence of Eddie Jones after England camp revelations
Australia centre Samu Kerevi has defended Eddie Jones after claims the coach ruled by fear during his seven-year spell in charge o…
PA
04 Nov 2024, 10:08
England internationals disagree on final play execution vs All Blacks
While many will still be in disbelief that England were trailing come the final play of the match against the All Blacks given the…
Josh Raisey
04 Nov 2024, 9:08
England need to face a few home truths if they are to relearn that winning habit
Twickenham played their part in a classic encounter but England contrived to play the part of gallant losers once again
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Owain Jones
04 Nov 2024, 6:21
Borthwick, it's time to own up – Andy Goode
England are always in the fight under Steve Borthwick but the head coach has to take accountability for repeatedly failing to land…
Andy Goode
04 Nov 2024, 4:50
Mick Cleary: 'Borthwick needs to have faith in Marcus Smith'
England yet again fluffed their lines against the All Blacks when they had built a comfortable lead and questions are being asked
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Mick Cleary
04 Nov 2024, 4:22
Scott Robertson responds to criticism over All Blacks' handling errors
The All Blacks three tries to one victory over England came with plenty of missed opportunities as errors and handling plagued the…
Ben Smith
04 Nov 2024, 1:29
“He’s given Connacht everything” – Bundee Aki’s future, and an exciting tactical innovation
Still at the top of his game, the power-packed Connacht and Ireland midfielder could yet have a novel positional switch in him
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Pat McCarry
03 Nov 2024, 15:29
Asher Opoku-Fordjour called up as England make two squad changes
Marler’s retirement has now opened up a spot for Opoku-Fordjour, the Sale prop who has been packing down at tighthead for the Sh…
Liam Heagney
03 Nov 2024, 13:30
All Blacks lose Beauden Barrett and Codie Taylor for Ireland Test
The All Blacks have suffered casualties from yesterday's Test against England with first five Beauden Barrett and hooker Codie Tay…
Ben Smith
03 Nov 2024, 5:04
Bryan Habana: 'Rassie is fair while being harsh in many instances'
The Springboks have become back-to-back Rugby World Cup champions, while the former winger is now thriving in his transition from …
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
03 Nov 2024, 3:34
All Blacks 'underestimated' Wallace Sititi as breakout year continues
The All Blacks breakout star Wallace Sititi announced his arrival in Europe with a barnstorming performance against England in the…
Ben Smith
03 Nov 2024, 3:31
Jacob Stockdale: 'That was a turning point, that really got to me'
Exclusion drove Stockdale daft and it needed the lay-off that came with a January 2022 ankle operation for him to finally realise …
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
03 Nov 2024, 3:15
Four England talking points after width of post loss to All Blacks
It’s a Steve Borthwick trait, spin the positive, talk about learning and be the epitome of the glass-half-full guy, but the time…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
03 Nov 2024, 2:45
Darcy Graham scores four as Scotland inflict record defeat on Fiji
Duhan van der Merwe was also on the scoresheet in a 57-17 victory.
PA
02 Nov 2024, 16:13
Munster player ratings vs All Blacks XV | Autumn Nations Series
Munster player ratings: Munster conceded two late tries to let slip a golden opportunity to add to their list of wins over interna…
Opinion
Philip Bendon
02 Nov 2024, 15:53
Fiji player ratings vs Scotland | Autumn Nations Series 2024
Fiji paid the price for a sluggish start and ill-discipline as they fell to a record defeat to Scotland at Scottish Gas Murrayfiel…
Analysis
Josh Raisey
02 Nov 2024, 15:45
The Steve Borthwick reaction to a cruel England defeat
The Allianz Stadium hosts were 22-14 ahead when Borwthick called ashore Ben Spencer on the hour, with Marcus Smith following him t…
Liam Heagney
02 Nov 2024, 14:49
England player ratings vs New Zealand | Autumn Nations Series 2024
England came into this Autumn Nations Series opener in London confident of notching just their ninth-ever victory in this 46th enc…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
02 Nov 2024, 13:26
Scott Robertson and Joe Marler exchange words moments before haka
Despite not being selected for England this week, loosehead Joe Marler took centre stage with his comments regarding the haka.
Josh Raisey
02 Nov 2024, 11:23
Ben Youngs: 'Anyone removing an Aaron Smith will feel the dent'
Recently retired players often find it difficult to watch from the stands an international team they have invested so much blood, …
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
02 Nov 2024, 4:22
The Scott Barrett verdict on Joe Marler's haka apology
Marler has riled the All Blacks ahead of Saturday’s clash at Allianz Stadium by using social media to call for the pre-match Mao…
PA
01 Nov 2024, 12:49
Joe Marler has sold England down the river – Andy Goode
Joe Marler’s haka comments have been an unwelcome sideshow and the main event needed no help to achieve top billing.
Opinion
Andy Goode
01 Nov 2024, 10:19
Kevin Sinfield explains his decision to stay on with England
Sinfield has promised to “over-deliver” after shelving plans to step down once the summer tour to Japan and New Zealand had be…
PA
01 Nov 2024, 8:59
All four team selections for Autumn Nations Series round one
The schedule kicks off on Saturday in London with Steve Borthwick’s England hosting the All Blacks just 16 weeks after the New Z…
Liam Heagney
01 Nov 2024, 5:53
Autumn Nations Series 2024: Everything you need to know about round one
Ahead of what promises to be a brilliant opening weekend, we give you the lowdown on the Autumn Nations Series and the first two m…
Martyn Thomas
01 Nov 2024, 5:13
Joe Marler apologises for 's**thouse' attempt to spark haka debate
The loosehead, who left the England squad base at Pennyhill last Monday night for personal reasons, unloaded on the pre-game New Z…
Liam Heagney
01 Nov 2024, 5:00
All Blacks prop punished for breaking team protocol
All Blacks loosehead prop Ethan de Groot's omission from the team to face England at Twickenham is punishment for breaking team pr…
Ben Smith
01 Nov 2024, 4:43
Seven stars set to light up the Autumn Nations Series
The world's greatest players are set to descend on Europe over the next month with several set to quicken the pulse
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Paul Williams
31 Oct 2024, 13:18
All Black hopes that France will be without frontline star are dashed
France and Bordeaux-Begles centre Yoram Moefana should be available for all of his country's internationals in November despite re…
Josh Raisey
31 Oct 2024, 12:09
John Barclay poses awkward Scotland question ahead of Boks showdown
It was 14 years ago that Scotland - featuring Barclay in the back-row - registered their last win over the Springboks. Since then,…
Interview
Josh Raisey
31 Oct 2024, 11:00
Nine changes for Scotland versus Fiji 14 weeks after successful tour
The Scots were 31-19 winners in Montevideo on July 27, an historic day when Duhan van der Merwe became his country’s all-time re…
Liam Heagney
31 Oct 2024, 10:06
All Blacks boss Robertson hits back at Joe Marler's haka comments
Marler baited the All Blacks ahead of Saturday’s autumn opener at Allianz Stadium by writing on the social media site X on Tuesd…
PA
31 Oct 2024, 9:14
11 All Blacks changes as Robertson names team to take on England
New Zealand ran out convincing 64-19 winners in Yokohama in the opening match of their five-game trip and they have now unveiled a…
Liam Heagney
31 Oct 2024, 7:38
Angus Bell makes a bold 'four wins' Wallabies tour prediction
Australia's 34-man squad jetted off to the UK on Thursday night with an opportunity to complete the first grand slam sweep in 40 y…
AAP
31 Oct 2024, 6:09
Inexperienced Fiji team tasked with making history
Shorn of the majority of their Rugby World Cup 2023 stars, Fiji have named a starting XV exclusively drawn from Super Rugby outfit…
Jon Newcombe
31 Oct 2024, 4:08
Maro Itoje on England contracts, playing minutes and Martin Johnson
Seventeen players – including Itoje – have been given fixed agreements that will earn them £160,000 per year as part of a new…
PA
30 Oct 2024, 14:15
Munster issue update on the Peter O'Mahony injury rehab
The title-winning Guinness Six Nations 2024 skipper with Ireland was a first half casualty in his province’s October 5 URC win o…
Liam Heagney
30 Oct 2024, 13:00
Four players to watch as Spain name 42-man Autumn Nations Series squad
Ahead of the Autumn Nations Series, head coach Pablo Bouza has selected his 42-man Spain squad for their upcoming fixtures against…
Francisco Isaac
30 Oct 2024, 12:37
Rugby fans are about to find out what Robertson's All Blacks are made of
A rebuilding phase for New Zealand has laid the foundations and it is time to see how robust those building blocks really are
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
30 Oct 2024, 11:55
The ambitious Scotland target James Dobie has set for himself
The 23-year-old made his debut three years ago this week against Tonga but has managed to accumulate just six caps, four of which …
PA
30 Oct 2024, 9:13
Joe Marler restores X account, explains blasting 'ridiculous' haka
The 34-year-old, who on Tuesday wasn’t included in Steve Borthwick’s match day 23 to face the All Blacks next Saturday in Lond…
Liam Heagney
30 Oct 2024, 8:32
Joe Marler deletes his X account after blasting 'ridiculous' haka
The loosehead was excluded earlier in the day from Steve Borthwick’s match day 23 for this Saturday’s Autumn Nations Series op…
Liam Heagney
30 Oct 2024, 7:17
Borthwick explains backing Ben Spencer for first England Test start
Quick ruck speed has been fundamental to the upgraded England attack plan that was unveiled in the Guinness Six Nations win over I…
Liam Heagney
30 Oct 2024, 6:47
Wales outline 'non-negotiables' as unwanted history looms
Wales have not won a Test match since beating 2023 World Cup opponents Georgia almost 13 months ago.
PA
29 Oct 2024, 12:59
Wales boss Warren Gatland denies seeking to ‘protect my own backside’
Fiji, Australia and South Africa await Wales, who have not won a Test match since the 2023 World Cup, in the upcoming Autumn Natio…
PA
21 Oct 2024, 13:40
Warren Gatland's hopes for Wales after 'incredibly challenging year'
Warren Gatland has backed Wales to show their development after an “incredibly challenging year” ahead of Monday’s squad ann…
PA
20 Oct 2024, 8:26
Richard Cockerill: 'My attitude to the Bomb Squad'
England edged a thrilling 27-26 victory when the teams last met at Twickenham in 2021.
PA
25 Nov 2022, 9:29
Five things we learned from this weekend's Autumn Nations
We examine five things we have learned from Saturday’s games.
PA
14 Nov 2022, 8:51
England star determined not to be star struck by All Blacks
England take on the All Blacks at Twickenham on Saturday.
PA
13 Nov 2022, 17:39
England reclaim mojo in comfortable Japan win
Marcus Smith and Guy Porter both scored two tries as England hit back from their shock home loss to Argentina.
PA
12 Nov 2022, 12:38
Pivac addresses absence of Alun Wyn Jones
The former skipper has missed out on a place against Argentina.
PA
10 Nov 2022, 17:17
Eddie Jones on why he's dropped Manu Tuilagi
Tuilagi has been replaced at outside centre by rookie Guy Porter among five changes for the clash against Japan on Saturday.
PA
10 Nov 2022, 8:46
Wales star denies record home loss has dented confidence
Wales suffered a 33rd successive defeat against New Zealand.
PA
06 Nov 2022, 12:18
Cricketer 'enthralled' England squad ahead of Los Pumas clash
The cricket World Cup winner provided a motivational talk for Eddie Jones’ team.
PA
06 Nov 2022, 4:05
Eddie Jones on his new 10-12-13 selection
Owen Farrell’s will to win has been acclaimed as critical to England by Eddie Jones after he was reinstated as captain for the a…
PA
04 Nov 2022, 10:23
All Blacks expecting Wales game will go down to the wire
New Zealand head coach Ian Foster says the All Blacks are braced for “a battle of inches” in Saturday’s clash against Wales.…
PA
04 Nov 2022, 9:04
November will show if injury-hit France have strength in depth to lift the World Cup
A raft of injuries and the burden of expectation on Les Bleus is ramping up with just 10 months to hosting a global jamboree
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
01 Nov 2022, 13:04
Scotland agony as late missed kick confirms Australian win
Glen Young’s second-half yellow card proved pivotal as Australia came from behind to defeat Scotland 16-15 in a dramatic Autumn …
PA
29 Oct 2022, 14:52
England Rugby heading back to Jersey
England will return to Jersey for their pre-autumn training camp as they plot victories over World Cup rivals New Zealand and Sout…
PA
31 Aug 2022, 10:54
Priestland penalty snatches last-gasp win for Wales over 14-man Australia
The replacement earned Wales a 29-28 win with the final kick of the game.
PA
20 Nov 2021, 15:14
'Jonathan hasn't been dropped' - Shock Davies omission explained
Wayne Pivac believes victory over Australia on Saturday would mean injury-hit Wales could reflect on a “successful” Autumn Nat…
PA
18 Nov 2021, 15:44
Rees-Lightning strikes as Wales survive 14-man Fiji in Cardiff thriller
Hooker Ryan Elias touched down twice for the hosts.
PA
14 Nov 2021, 12:56
Fiji player ratings vs Wales | Autumn Nations Series
Fiji player ratings: One warm-up game against Spain, their regular coaching team 11,000 miles away and having to play with 14 men …
Opinion
Chris Jones
14 Nov 2021, 12:53
England extend winning run against Australia under Eddie Jones
England extended their winning run against Australia under Eddie Jones to eight matches but they had to dig deep for a 32-15 victo…
PA
13 Nov 2021, 15:00
Springboks player ratings vs Scotland | Autumn Nations Series
The Springboks’ forward pack proved to be the difference again in their 30-15 win over Scotland at Murrayfield.
Opinion
Warren Fortune
13 Nov 2021, 11:30
5 things we learned from Saturday's Autumn Nations Series encounters
England and Ireland romped to victory in one-sided matches in the Autumn Nations Series, but Wales came up short against South Afr…
PA
07 Nov 2021, 9:01
What Siya Kolisi said to Ellis Jenkins after cracker in Cardiff
The Wales flanker produced a memorable performance on his international return.
PA
07 Nov 2021, 7:28
'At the time, I thought, 'here we go' - Pivac reacts to Cardiff pitch invader
A spectator invaded the Principality Stadium pitch during Wales’ dramatic 23-18 defeat by world champions South Africa.
PA
06 Nov 2021, 17:50
'Absolute melt' - Pitch invader dubbed Wales' least popular person
A pitch invader who appeared to get in the way of a possible try for Wales has been dubbed the least popular person in the nation.…
Ian Cameron
06 Nov 2021, 16:29
South Africa end eight year wait for a win in Wales
World champions South Africa ended a run of four successive away defeats against Wales by claiming a dramatic 23-18 victory at the…
PA
06 Nov 2021, 16:06
Giant Welshman ready for the 'ultimate' physical Test against the Boks
Dragons lock set for first Wales start against South Africa.
PA
06 Nov 2021, 5:27
'We're preparing for war' - Hill responds to 'brutal' England camp allegations
Jonny Hill welcomes the demands made by Eddie Jones during England camp in the belief that being able to compete in Test rugby...
PA
01 Nov 2021, 12:27
Ref Watch: The hand of Beauden Barrett
While New Zealand eventually beat heavily-weakened Wales by a near record-breaking margin, Wayne Pivac’s team stayed in the cont…
Paul Smith
31 Oct 2021, 4:45
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