The 'Came through the RFU Championship' XV
The RFU Championship has received a lot of attention over the past few days after the Rugby Football Union’s decision to cut its…
Josh Raisey
15 Feb 2020, 6:11
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Why Eroni Mawi and Saracens is a tidy bit of business
The arrival of Eroni Mawi at Saracens is a win-win move for the player and the club and an endorsement of Fiji's developing age-gr…
Alex Shaw
15 Feb 2020, 3:39
Stuart Hogg offered to fly back south for his surprise Exeter start
Scotland fullback and captain Stuart Hogg is a surprise starter for Exter Chiefs after offering to fly back to Exeter for the Six …
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2020, 11:43
France and the evolution of the modern fly-half - and the rebirth of a prototype
Historically, France has had a love-meh relationship with its 10s - think Jules Plisson, David Skrela, Francois Trinh-Duc, Remi Ta…
James Harrington
14 Feb 2020, 5:27
'We want to make sure our friends in the other codes know we're in town'
Wallabies director of rugby Scott Johnson says July's Test in Townsville against Fiji sends a clear message.
Online Editors
14 Feb 2020, 4:07
17 stone centre credits genes and not weight training for massive physique
Rohan Janse van Rensburg wants to power Sale into the Gallagher Premiership play-offs and relaunch his Springbok career with the a…
Chris Jones
13 Feb 2020, 8:50
Rugby Australia considering new competition for broadcasters
Rugby Australia will investigate forming a new national club competition, but won't settle on a format until the next broadcasting…
Online Editors
13 Feb 2020, 5:20
Coronavirus hits second World Series Sevens tournament
World Rugby is rescheduling two rounds of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series including the Hong Kong sevens due to the spread of c…
Online Editors
13 Feb 2020, 4:54
The search for New Zealand's next top first five has begun
New Zealand have a habit of blooding players in key positions immediately after a Rugby World Cup. Will new coach Ian Foster look …
Tom Vinicombe
12 Feb 2020, 21:54
Cruden, Moli and Reihana named in All Blacks Under 20 training squad
Fifty-two of New Zealand’s top emerging talent in rugby will descend on Palmerston North next month as NZR launches the next pha…
Tom Vinicombe
12 Feb 2020, 19:03
Coronavirus: Hong Kong Sevens to be postponed
The Hong Kong Sevens tournament is set to be postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak and there could be further implications for…
Online Editors
12 Feb 2020, 14:02
Rugby Australia claim Fox Sports haven't walked away
Rugby Australia boss Raelene Castle remains confident Fox Sports hasn't walked away and expects the broadcaster to bid for TV righ…
Online Editors
12 Feb 2020, 5:03
The potential All Blacks that Ian Foster will be expecting big things from in 2020
A new World Cup cycle typically brings with it the introduction of a crop of young new talent to international squads. In New Zeal…
Tom Vinicombe
11 Feb 2020, 23:48
It is Europe where Six Nations should be looking for growth... not South Africa
Rumours are rife that the Six Nations is close to securing the addition of the Springboks to the tournament, but it is to Europe t…
Alex Shaw
11 Feb 2020, 15:19
Glasgow net pair of Puma tightheads, one on loan and another - Joe Marler's 'old friend' - for next season
Gaston Cortes arrives immediately from Leicester on a short-term deal, while summer signing Enrique Pieretto made UK headlines whe…
Online Editors
11 Feb 2020, 5:36
Ex-England hooker Webber to call it quits with a year to spare
The 33-year-old Sale forward won 16 England caps, which included three appearances in the 2015 World Cup, but he has decided to ca…
Online Editors
11 Feb 2020, 4:28
Why it would be dangerous to select Damian McKenzie ahead of Jordie Barrett for the All Blacks
Selection headaches loom for Ian Foster as the All Blacks' fullback role comes up for grabs.
Campbell Burnes
10 Feb 2020, 22:46
New Zealand Rugby's day of reckoning isn't far off with a broken model heading towards bankruptcy
At its most recent Annual General Meeting, NZR forecast a $30 million loss over the next five years. The model, as it exists now, …
Hamish Bidwell
10 Feb 2020, 22:16
RPA warns of a mass player revolt over Seven Nations plot
The chief executive of the Rugby Players Association, which looks after England’s leading players, has warned against expanding …
Chris Jones
10 Feb 2020, 13:05
Erasmus: I was an ****hole - Bok boss releases another outstanding team talk
Former Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has released another one of his Rugby World Cup team talks, in which he admitted that h…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2020, 10:48
More doubts have been thrown on Springboks joining Six Nations
Reports on Saturday claimed that negotiations have taken place that will lead to the Springboks joining a new Six Nations champion…
Online Editors
10 Feb 2020, 9:12
Andy Farrell releases 13 players from Ireland squad for Pro14 duty
Farrell will bring a reduced squad of just 23 players to a two day mini training camp in Cork this week.
Ciarán Kennedy
10 Feb 2020, 7:24
'We need them': All Blacks head coach Ian Foster's plea to keep South Africa in Rugby Championship
New All Blacks boss Ian Foster has stressed the importance of keeping South Africa in the Rugby Championship.
Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 20:56
New Zealand Rugby to review controversial All Blacks rest policy
New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson has defended Super Rugby's All Blacks rest protocols, but admits there will be a review of th…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 20:07
'I'll tell you for a fact, if that happened at Twickenham, we'd be getting called 'English this and English that'
England prop Ellis Genge has spoken out against what he believes is the hypocrisy of hostility being acceptable at Murrayfield.
Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 17:22
Chiefs boss Warren Gatland joins the call for change to All Black rules
Warren Gatland has joined the calls to scrap blanket rules governing the work load for All Blacks.
Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 16:32
Six Nations XV of the Week - Round 2
RugbyPass' Six Nations XV of the Week for Round 2 of the tournament, as Ireland and France moved into commanding positions atop th…
Alex Shaw
09 Feb 2020, 12:47
RFU 'strongly dismiss' Eddie Jones' succession story
The Rugby Football Union denies holding talks with Rassie Erasmus over the possibility of him succeeding Eddie Jones as England he…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 7:52
Photo snapped in Murrayfield ignites England coaching job rumour mill
A photograph snapped in Murrayfield of World Cup-winning Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has set the England coaching job rumour mi…
Ian Cameron
09 Feb 2020, 6:02
New England 2023 core begins to show itself in the Edinburgh deluge
The 13-6 win for England over Scotland in the Guinness Six Nations on Saturday was an insightful indicator of the core of this new…
Alex Shaw
09 Feb 2020, 3:47
England player ratings vs Scotland
England player ratings from their 13-6 win over Scotland, as torrential conditions at Murrayfield made it a slog for the Calcutta …
Alex Shaw
08 Feb 2020, 13:40
South Africa in secret talks to exit Rugby Championship and join Six Nations - reports
South Africa are set to leave the Rugby Championship and form a seven-team Six Nations after the next World Cup, according to repo…
Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 20:01
'Fearing for his life': All Blacks star opens up on shock health scare
The fact Karl Tu'inukuafe made his first appearance of the year last weekend is remarkable given his family feared for his life af…
Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 18:29
Forgotten Irish backrow closing in on return to rugby after horror injury
Ireland and Leinster flanker Dan Leavy has given an update on his long road to recovery following a devastating knee injury last M…
Josh Raisey
07 Feb 2020, 11:38
Raelene Castle's future reportedly in doubt over Rugby Australia broadcast saga
Raelene Castle's future as Rugby Australia chief executive could be in doubt as the national body scrambles to find a new broadcas…
Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 22:24
Nonu, Bastareaud, Mtawarira, Ioane, Ranger: The international stars set for Major League Rugby kick-off this weekend
Some of rugby's biggest names have graced North America to kick-off the third edition of Major League Rugby this weekend.
Alex McLeod
06 Feb 2020, 21:48
Sevu Reece extends contract with New Zealand Rugby and the Crusaders
All Blacks and Crusaders outside back Sevu Reece has announced he has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and his Super Rugby club un…
Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 19:35
'If you're tough enough to take on a man's wife and can't do it in front of him then...'
The South African, along with others in Joe Schmidt’s squad, were heavily criticised after the World Cup in Japan turned sour af…
Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 10:08
Callum Braley has decided his club future is best served in Italy
Currently away on international duty with the Azzurri, whom he qualifies for courtesy of his grandfather, the scrum-half made his…
Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 8:13
Eddie Jones' England selection no nearer to addressing wider issues with squad
Eddie Jones and England have made a number of changes to counter the threat of Scotland in the Six Nations, though are they just p…
Alex Shaw
06 Feb 2020, 7:51
The four players ahead of Jonny May on England's all-time try scorers list
The two tries Jonny May scored against France last weekend saw him move into the top five on the all-time England list.
Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 6:27
Stockdale follows Ryan's lead and agrees IRFU deal
Bundee Aki agreed to terms in November to be upgraded to a central contract while James Ryan followed suit on Wednesday of this we…
Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 6:06
Fans point fingers after Fox Sports ends 25-year association with Australian rugby
The TV company has been a dominant player in Australia since the sport turned professional, but its imminent departure has left Ru…
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2020, 17:25
The players left on Irish Rugby's 'central contract' hit list after deal struck for James Ryan
With just two of the dozen players currently on central contracts having deals that expire at the end of the season, the focus is …
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2020, 14:31
Brown provides update on recovery after knee surgery
The 72-cap England international went for an operation after playing through the beginning of this campaign with a knee complaint.…
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2020, 13:19
British and Irish Lions could play warm-up in Scotland before South Africa tour
The British and Irish Lions could make a debut appearance in Scotland ahead of next year’s South Africa tour.
Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 7:44
James Ryan signs IRFU contract
Having made his breakthrough in 2017 at the age of 20, the lock had been on provincial terms with Leinster but will now move up to…
Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 6:28
Australia have no option but to look to the future and pick one of their immensely talented 20-year-old playmakers
In the past, Australia's 20-year-olds may have just been playing for a contract renewal. This year, they may well be playing for a…
Tom Vinicombe
04 Feb 2020, 23:52
Rugby Australia set to enter bidding war for 16-year-old rugby league star after secret meeting with Dave Rennie
Rugby Australia is primed to enter a bidding war with an NRL club over a 16-year-old phenomenon who secretly met with new Wallabie…
Online Editors
04 Feb 2020, 23:03
New Zealand-born cross-code star chasing maiden Wallabies call-up
Dave Rennie's promise to select a Wallabies squad based off form has provided inspiration across Australia's Super Rugby franchise…
Online Editors
04 Feb 2020, 22:01
Folau poised to end 10-month lay-off with Perpignan debut
The controversial 30-year-old hasn't played any rugby since an early April 2019 Super Rugby appearance with the Waratahs but he is…
Online Editors
04 Feb 2020, 5:20
Meet the man challenging rising All Blacks star Josh Ioane for the Highlanders' No. 10 jersey
The man who consigned the Highlanders to one of the most painful losses in recent franchise history is now looking to cement himse…
Alex McLeod
03 Feb 2020, 23:26
Toothless England look a shadow of former selves
The 24-17 loss for England away to France in the Six Nations highlighted plenty of issues, few of which are likely to be fixed in …
Alex Shaw
03 Feb 2020, 12:48
Scotland find another new way to lose, but the future looks bright
While Saturday's defeat to Ireland may feel like a missed opportunity, it could be the starting point for a heartening Six Nations…
Jamie Lyall
03 Feb 2020, 11:26
The reason why everyone thinks France are ready to challenge for the Six Nations
In a match where England had significantly more possession, territory and carries, they found it almost impossible to penetrate th…
Josh Raisey
03 Feb 2020, 9:57
Russell stand-off continues as Scotland name squad for England clash
Russell was sensationally left out of the squad for last Saturday's defeat to Ireland in Dublin following a breach of team protoco…
Ciarán Kennedy
03 Feb 2020, 8:26
Why Wales fans should be confident as they chase first win in Dublin since 2012
In the post-match wrap-up of Saturday's win against Italy, the Welsh management felt the positives outweighed the negatives.
Owain Jones
03 Feb 2020, 6:49
Ringrose ruled out while Furlong also a doubt for Ireland
Andy Farrell will have to plan without the Leinster centre for the Six Nations games with Wales and England.
Ciarán Kennedy
03 Feb 2020, 5:18
Tuilagi's Six Nations in doubt as troublesome groin problem strikes again
Tuilagi limped off 16 minutes into a one-sided showdown in the Paris, robbing Eddie Jones’ men of their most destructive carrier…
Ciarán Kennedy
03 Feb 2020, 5:01
Why Dave Rennie has cause to be optimistic despite Australia's uninspiring start to Super Rugby
Despite only one of the four franchises being victorious, collectively the Australian performances indicate the Wallabies could fi…
Nick Turnbull
02 Feb 2020, 20:16
Sonny Bill Williams' Toronto Wolfpack debut ends in defeat
Former All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams has made a losing return to rugby league in his Super League debut with the Toronto Wol…
Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 18:59
Six Nations XV of the Week - Round 1
We have picked out our standout XV from the opening weekend of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations, with Ireland and Wales featuring pro…
Alex Shaw
02 Feb 2020, 13:45
England player ratings vs France
Player ratings for all 23 of England's contingent in their 24-17 loss to France in Paris on Sunday afternoon, as Fabien Galthie's …
Alex Shaw
02 Feb 2020, 11:56
Fiji claim first title of the HSBC Sevens season
Fiji came out on top against South Africa for the second time in eight days, although this time their prize was not ninth place bu…
Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 8:57
The Friday night phonecall between Adam Hastings and exiled star Finn Russell
The Glasgow playmaker came in for the defeat to Ireland because of the absence of talisman Finn Russell.
Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 7:58
How 'true Irish grit' was Andy Farrell's calling card after a near 62-week wait to start his new job
It was November 2018 when it was first confirmed that Englishman Faz would take over and the opening win over Scotland showed sign…
Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2020, 5:10
Le Crunch: Three match-ups and one prediction
France and England are set to battle it out in the Six Nations on Sunday in what is an intriguing match-up of two teams at differe…
Alex Shaw
01 Feb 2020, 3:36
'Nobody saw it coming': The story of the last All Blacks bolter
No one saw Bryn Evans' 2009 All Blacks call-up for that year's French test series coming. Not least the man himself.
Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 22:15
Barclay: 'What I will say is that Finn is a strong character and a big character in camp'
People are also keen to speculate on the relationship between Gregor and Finn. Discussions that were had in the Scotland changing …
John Barclay
31 Jan 2020, 15:24
New Zealand provincial side teams up with China as final Global Rapid Rugby team announced
The China Rugby Football Association and New Zealand outfit Bay of Plenty joined forces to create the sixth and final Global Rapid…
Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 22:10
The new global tournament that World Rugby hopes to replace the failed Nations Championship with
Some of rugby's leading tier two nations could have a competitive global tournament to partake in by next year.
Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 21:05
All Blacks set for shot at redemption as Bledisloe Cup returns to Perth
Perth rugby fans will get another dose of Trans-Tasman rivalry next year.
Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 19:07
'France 2023 could be a real watershed moment for Fijian rugby'
Vern Cotter is taking over from John McKee as their head coach when his Montpellier contract ends in July and Alex King has given …
Chris Jones
30 Jan 2020, 14:09
Everything is against this Scotland team... and best not mention Finn Russell
The grim business of the Finn Russell affair, the Scotland fulcrum’s murky exit from the Six Nations camp and the messy hullabal…
Jamie Lyall
30 Jan 2020, 10:03
The Austin MLR team have rebranded and fans can't get over the absurd new name
Major League Rugby's Austin franchise - known as the Elite from 2017 to 2018 and then as the Herd last year - may have just taken …
Tom Vinicombe
29 Jan 2020, 19:42
The timing of the France 2023 RWC pool draw has caused upset
There were 18 months between the 2015 RWC final and the group stage draw for Japan 2019, but that window to get better results has…
Josh Raisey
29 Jan 2020, 10:48
Jamie Joseph desperate to avoid club rugby conflict in Japan
Jamie Joseph, who led Japan to the quarter-finals of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, has made it clear the new domestic professional lea…
Chris Jones
29 Jan 2020, 9:19
World Rugby have just put added pressure on teams to improve their results in 2020
The rankings system has regularly come in for criticism but it has now assumed even sharper importance for countries in this calen…
Online Editors
29 Jan 2020, 5:47
Before criticising Farrell, look to the evolving spine of Ireland
Andy Farrell may have come in for criticism for his first Ireland selection, though the glimpse to the future comes in the form of…
Alex Shaw
29 Jan 2020, 4:00
England prop Marler admits relishing 'taking mickey' out of shamefaced Saracens stars
The seven players in the England camp who belong to the salary-cap breaching Premiership club are in Marler’s banter cross hairs…
Online Editors
29 Jan 2020, 4:00
Fiji fans feel Cotter is the right appointment to take them forward
It has been known for some time that the Kiwi would be leaving Montpellier at the end of this season, but his choice of destinatio…
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2020, 14:14
Matsushima's confirmed switch from Japan to France could be a game-changer
It's a rare enough occurrence for a Japanese player at the top of his game to take his chances in the Top 14, but there are hopes …
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2020, 12:56
One rugby league club's cunning plan to counteract Israel Folau's visit with the Dragons
Israel Folau's decision to change rugby codes and join Super League's Catalan Dragons hasn't gone down well with one particular ri…
Online Editors
28 Jan 2020, 10:39
Israel Folau is back in rugby after agreeing a cross-code switch
Having been at the forefront of an unprecedented level of media scrutiny for off-field behaviour during 2019, the ex-Wallaby inter…
Online Editors
28 Jan 2020, 8:26
Drew Mitchell is coming out of retirement to play MLR, with Robshaw and Zebo also set for talks
Major League Rugby is starting to become a major drawcard... Drew Mitchell is the latest star signing for the 2020 season while ou…
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2020, 7:32
Luke Morahan's curious trial week in Australia after scoring for Bristol in the Premiership
The winger is an established performer in Pat Lam's team but he has briefly left England this week to see if can he fulfil a dream…
Online Editors
28 Jan 2020, 4:24
Analysis: How the Springbok defence hunt as a pack to feed their Jackals
By ignoring convention and embracing innovation, Nienaber has created a defence that is arguably the finest in World Rugby. Now hi…
Conor Wilson
28 Jan 2020, 1:29
All Blacks going on sabbaticals should not be coming back to New Zealand Rugby
Equality and empowerment are among the great All Blacks myths. We’re told of the lengths the team go to to ensure everyone feels…
Hamish Bidwell
28 Jan 2020, 0:14
Fiji unveil Montpellier boss Vern Cotter as new head coach
Fiji have announced Montpellier boss Vern Cotter as the successor to former head coach John McKee.
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 23:31
All Blacks prospect dealt injury blow on eve of new Super Rugby season
Highly-touted Crusaders lock Quinten Strange has been dealt a cruel injury blow in the opening week of the 2020 Super Rugby campai…
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 22:04
'Laker fan for life': How rugby paid tribute to the death of NBA and Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant
Many of rugby's biggest names have paid their respects to the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant.
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 21:05
Dave Rennie banking on 'explosive and powerful athletes' to bring Wallabies success
Incoming Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has given his tick of approval to the Melbourne Rebels' Super Rugby preparations ahead of the…
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 17:10
This is the team Andy Farrell should pick for his first game as Ireland head coach
New Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has some big calls to make as he prepares for his first game since succeeding Joe Schmidt.
Ciarán Kennedy
27 Jan 2020, 12:38
Fans question Jones over Dombrandt exclusion as Harlequins star shines again
The powerful back-row was one of a number of notable Harlequins players to miss out when Eddie Jones named his England squad last …
Josh Raisey
27 Jan 2020, 7:44
Lewis Ludlam reveals unusual motivation technique using World Cup kitbag
Eddie Jones’ back-row bolter for Japan 2019 is in contention to start the Guinness Six Nations opener against France on Sunday.
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 6:35
Joe Schmidt linked to Bath - reports
Former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has been linked to a move to Premiership side Bath.
Online Editors
26 Jan 2020, 18:32
No side faces a 'boom or bust' Six Nations as much as France
With the Six Nations nearly upon us, it's shaping up to be a defining tournament for France, who have committed heavily to a rebui…
Alex Shaw
26 Jan 2020, 3:59
Sevens World Series leaders dumped out of Hamilton after double-upset
Changes to the latest leg of the Sevens World Series has led to a disastrous result for South Africa, who entered the tournament s…
Tom Vinicombe
25 Jan 2020, 19:46
'If the Springboks don't win, the buck stops with me. I have to take responsibility. That is how hands-on I will be.'
Jacques Nienaber may have the ‘title’, but Rassie Erasmus will still be the de facto head coach of the Springboks.
Online Editors
25 Jan 2020, 18:09
Former Ireland international omits Cooney, Stockdale from his XV for Scotland
Former Irish international Alan Quinlan has omitted form scrumhalf John Cooney from his proposed Ireland XV to face Scotland.
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2020, 9:16
We need to talk about Rhys Webb
We need to talk about Rhys Webb. The 31-cap Wales and Lions scrum-half is reported to have bid a final adieu to Toulon after a cha…
Owain Jones
25 Jan 2020, 5:25
Fiji in line to host World Sevens Series tournament as new city to host New Zealand event in 2021
New Zealand will remain a stop on the Sevens World Series for at least the next three years as hosting options in Fiji continue to…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 22:13
'He was a bit of a maverick' - England back Thorley taking inspiration from unlikely hero
Gloucester wing Ollie Thorley is taking inspiration from “maverick” former Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli as he attempts to …
Chris Jones
24 Jan 2020, 9:14
The most obvious call to replace Vunipola at No.8
With England set to lose Billy Vunipola for the Six Nations with a broken arm, who are the other options that Eddie Jones can turn…
Alex Shaw
24 Jan 2020, 8:52
New Springboks coach announcement accompanied by backroom reshuffle
The recommendations of director of rugby Rassie Erasmus - who coached the side to recent World Cup glory in Japan - have been endo…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 7:26
Beaumont standing for re-election, but not with Pichot as his vice-president
The 67-year-old has served as the figurehead of the world governing body since 2016 and has confirmed he will be up for re-electio…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 7:02
The one-cap wonder who is putting Michael Hooper's Wallabies jersey under threat
He's learnt how to lead by watching Michael Hooper, now one of Australia's most promising youngsters is gunning for his Wallabies …
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 22:08
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika makes surprise cross-code switch
Ex-Wallabies boss Michael Cheika has made a cross-code coaching switch to join the Sydney Roosters on a short-term coaching adviso…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 21:17
Make or break season looms for off-contract Australian World Cup absentee Joe Powell
There are few players with more on the line this Super Rugby season than Brumbies halfback Joe Powell.
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 20:05
New Zealand Rugby, Super Rugby franchises and provinical unions to undergo full-scale review of rugby in NZ
New Zealand Rugby have today announced the launch of a joint project to review rugby in New Zealand with a goal to set the sport u…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 18:53
Russell warned he must make the first move to salvage Scotland career
Finn Russell has been told it is down to him to salvage his Scotland career after he was stood down for the Guinness Six Nations o…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 15:42
'No-one thinks six is acceptable'
New Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has warned that Australia face a lot of hard work to regain a high position in rugby's world ranki…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 15:24
Eddie Jones name-checks the 'great teams' England need to emulate
England will enter the 2020 Six Nations in pursuit of becoming the greatest team the sport has ever seen after being set the ultim…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 12:07
Backlash from fans over RFU's potential U-turn on England not picking overseas-based players
The RFU announced in 2010 that any overseas player after the 2011 World Cup would not be selected for England unless there were 'e…
Josh Raisey
23 Jan 2020, 8:55
The father and son snap that was the talk of the Six Nations launch in London
Rugby union is a game littered with father and son duos.
Bill and Josh Beaumont; Bryan and Cameron Redpath; Bill and Tevita Cav…
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2020, 16:36
Eddie Jones and England to turn to Portuguese beer to help air out troubles
Eddie Jones plans to use the salary cap scandal that has engulfed Saracens as a galvanising force for England’s Guinness Six Nat…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 15:38
England and Lions have explained how Saracens debacle will impact selection
Saracens’ established England internationals are set to remain at the crisis-stricken club after being given the blessing of Edd…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 15:12
'If I told Johnny that he's going into a game to play second fiddle, he'd think I'd gone mad'
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton expects to be fit to lead his country into a new era under head coach Andy Farrell.
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 10:20
Ireland skipper Sexton 'ahead of schedule' in recovery from knee injury
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton is “ahead of schedule” in his recovery from injury and expects to be fit for the Guinness Six Na…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 9:48
Jones and Farrell: England 'best thing' for Saracens players
Eddie Jones believes England’s Six Nations campaign can help his Saracens players deal with the ramifications of relegation from…
Chris Jones
22 Jan 2020, 9:31
Townsend: Saracens relegation will make or break England
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend believes Saracens’ imminent Premiership relegation will either galvanise rivals England or c…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 7:32
'One of the most athletic locks in the league' - Ben Toolis signs new Edinburgh contract
Edinburgh have announced that Scotland international lock Ben Toolis has signed a new contract. Toolis, 27, is part of the Scotlan…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 7:20
Wales need to 'cut ties' with Gatland era - captain Alun Wyn Jones
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones has warned it will be a bumpy road for the Guinness Six Nations champions following Warren Gatland’…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 7:03
Pivac: 'Massive' Warburton role in Wales set up revealed
Wayne Pivac, the new Welsh coach, and captain Alun Wyn Jones today revealed details of the key role Sam Warburton has been given i…
Chris Jones
22 Jan 2020, 6:31
All Blacks Sevens and Blitzboks out to maintain dominance at Hamilton Sevens with Olympics on horizon
As we near kick-off for the Tokyo Olympics, the stakes are rising as the World Sevens Series enters its third round in Hamilton th…
Alex McLeod
22 Jan 2020, 0:39
The message is writ-large: cherish Alun Wyn Jones before he unlaces his size 15s for the last time
A post-AWJ future is an unpalatable prospect for Welsh fans, but time won't wait for the talisman who is in his 15th year of Test …
Owain Jones
21 Jan 2020, 14:27
RFU chief has his say on whether England could pick Saracens players if they move to France
With recruitment by Premiership teams for next season well underway, Saracens players could move to France in the search of a cont…
Online Editors
21 Jan 2020, 13:59
Beauden Barrett copies Wilkinson tactic to solve his game's biggest weakness
Despite being named the World Rugby player of the year on two occasions, one area of the New Zealand star's armoury comes in for r…
Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2020, 12:58
Dave Rennie kicks-off new era of Australian rugby as his tenure as Wallabies coach begins
A new era of Australian rugby is underway after new Wallabies head coach Dave Rennie touched down in Sydney on Monday.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 21:49
Rugby Australia 'are going to go heavy' on Will Skelton following Saracens salary cap scandal
Rugby Australia have declared they "are going to go heavy" in pursuing former Wallabies lock Will Skelton in the wake of the Sarac…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 19:29
The position that Eddie Jones forgot to select?
Eddie Jones has named his 34-man England squad for the upcoming Six Nations, and, as expected, there has been a significant overha…
Josh Raisey
20 Jan 2020, 17:36
Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey drafted into Ireland's Six Nations squad
Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey has been called into Ireland’s squad for the Guinness Six Nations.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 16:02
How to watch the Japanese Top League on RugbyPass
We're thrilled to have secured coverage of the 2020 Top League season, with one live game per round available to paid subscribers …
RugbyPass
20 Jan 2020, 15:58
Fresh injury concern over Larmour ahead of Six Nations
Leinster have issued an injury update following Saturday's Champions Cup defeat of Benetton, and there is some worrying news surro…
Ciarán Kennedy
20 Jan 2020, 11:38
Jones gives honest assessment of new coaches at rival Six Nations teams after naming England squad
The England head coach wants his team to play the 'greatest rugby' the sport has ever seen in the upcoming Six Nations championshi…
Chris Jones
20 Jan 2020, 8:48
Shelve the animosity, Saracens' rebuild is going to be box office
Whether you deem the punishment too severe or just right, the rebuild that Saracens are about to embark upon is going to be enthra…
Alex Shaw
20 Jan 2020, 8:01
Nowell misses out as Jones includes eight uncapped players in England Six Nations squad
Jones has named a 34-man squad for the 2020 Six Nations, with their campaing beginning against France on February 2nd.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 7:08
Italy bring in highly rated kicking and skills coach ahead of Six Nations
Toyota Cheetahs Kicking and Skills Coach, Albert Keuris, will be assisting Italy as a consultant in preparation for the Six Nation…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 6:33
Halaholo: Criticism of Wales selection was racially motivated
The Cardiff Blues centre, who was born in New Zealand but qualifies through residency, was named in coach Wayne Pivac’s first Wa…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 5:48
Borthwick to leave England assistant coach role as replacement named
RFU announces change, with Steve believed to be Leicester-bound.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 5:23
Billy Vunipola to miss Six Nations after suffering broken arm
The England number eight sustained the injury playing for Saracens on Sunday.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 5:18
Louis Rees-Zammit injury update: 'He felt he couldn't run on it'
Gloucester head coach Johan Ackermann hopes the injury Louis Rees-Zammit picked up during his side’s 35-14 defeat at Toulouse is…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2020, 15:34
Bristol Bears star named out of position in 33-man Wales U20s squad
Wales U20 head coach Gareth Williams has named a 33-man squad for the Six Nations which includes eight players making a welcome re…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2020, 13:02
Rees-Zammit limps off injured as Toulouse end Gloucester's Champions Cup hopes
Wales hopeful Louis Rees-Zammit limped off injured as Gloucester’s Heineken Champions Cup hopes ended with a 35-14 defeat at Tou…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2020, 12:42
Billy Vunipola has 'broken forearm' and unlikely to play part in Six Nations
Billy Vunipola's Six Nations looks to be over before it started after Saracens coach Alex Sanderson says they believes the England…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2020, 8:36
Robbie Dean's Panasonic Wild Knights attract record attendance for victory over Steve Hansen's Toyota Verblitz
Rugby popularity has skyrocketed in Japan on the back of an incredibly successful 2019 World Cup.
Tom Vinicombe
19 Jan 2020, 0:22
The three apprentices Eddie Jones must name in his Six Nations squad
England's head coach has a penchant for including apprentices in his senior squad and RugbyPass has identified a trio who would be…
Alex Shaw
17 Jan 2020, 12:30
Lealiifano reacts to nomination for prestigious sports award
The 32-year-old shared a message on Instagram and also wished good luck to the five other “incredible competitors” who have be…
Online Editors
17 Jan 2020, 9:28
CEO who helped generate record £97million turnover is leaving the Welsh Rugby Union
Martyn Phillips will have served five years at the helm when he departs an organisation where turnover reached a record mark in 20…
Online Editors
16 Jan 2020, 10:25
Townsend blames 'ridiculous' English rugby schedule for decision not to select Taylor
Gregor Townsend has blamed English rugby chiefs for his decision to leave Saracens centre Duncan Taylor out of Scotland’s Six Na…
Online Editors
16 Jan 2020, 4:25
How Dan Carter's Kobelco Steelers are setting the new standard in Japanese rugby
The Kobe region in Japan is renowned for its exceptionally high quality (and equally as expensive) cuts of beef, but soon the loca…
Tom Vinicombe
16 Jan 2020, 4:05
Japan Top League | Round 1 Highlights
Catch up on all the action from the opening round of the 2020 Top League season. With teams staked full international stars and mo…
RugbyPass
15 Jan 2020, 23:12
Former Wallabies captain joins Under 20 coaching ranks
Former Wallabies captain Ben Mowen has joined the Junior Wallabies 2020 program, as he pursues a coaching career in the national s…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 18:00
French club poised to sign Japanese RWC star Kotaro Matsushima - reports
The 26-year-old-shot to prominence at the recent World Cup, scoring five tries and finishing joint second on tournament’s overal…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 4:55
Analysis: Why did the 'greatest set-piece play of all-time' work for the 2000 All Blacks?
During the second test of the 2000 Bledisloe Cup series, the All Blacks pulled an elaborate wrap-play followed by a double-bluff s…
Ben Smith
15 Jan 2020, 1:41
Former England boss Sir Clive Woodward calls for return of special All Blacks-style trial
England's World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woodward has called for incumbent English boss Eddie Jones to take a leaf out of New Z…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 1:23
Return of Damian McKenzie and loss of Rolls Royce pack two career-defining challenges for Richie Mo'unga
2020 is shaping up as potentially career-defining for Richie Mo'unga. The Crusaders pivot has previously been perched behind Super…
Tom Vinicombe
14 Jan 2020, 21:04
Trans-Tasman rivals paired up for U20 World Championship
The future stars of rugby will converge on Italy for the 13th edition of the World Rugby U20 Championship from 28 June to 18 July,…
Online Editors
14 Jan 2020, 17:54
Anger grips Scotland after revelation that SRU's top executive was paid £933,000 last year
The Offside Line website has revealed that fees and salaries for all the Scottish Rugby Union's company directors jumped from £1.…
Josh Raisey
14 Jan 2020, 11:38
Duhan van der Merwe's Scotland call-up has just become one step closer
The 24-year-old South African age-grade international made his Edinburgh debut against Cheetahs in November 2017 and will soon qua…
Online Editors
14 Jan 2020, 6:46
Steve Borthwick's revised England role leaves fans confused
With new forwards coach Matt Proudfoot fresh from guiding the Springboks to World Cup glory, some fans are perplexed by his predec…
Josh Raisey
14 Jan 2020, 4:45
Wales midfielder Jamie Roberts reportedly poised for shock Super Rugby switch
Experienced Wales and British and Irish Lions midfielder Jamie Roberts is reportedly on the verge of moving to Super Rugby ahead o…
Online Editors
13 Jan 2020, 23:05
Springboks skipper Siya Kolisi kicks New Year off with personality of the year award
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has been recognised for his world-beating efforts last year.
Online Editors
13 Jan 2020, 19:23
New Zealand Rugby's groundbreaking partnership with AIG comes to an end
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and Major Global Sponsor American International Group, Inc. (AIG) have announced today they will part ways…
Online Editors
13 Jan 2020, 17:47
Waist-high tackling among 3 radical law changes set for widespread trials
The trials were approved for the four-year law amendment review cycle that began after the 2019 World Cup following an analysis by…
Online Editors
13 Jan 2020, 11:50
Eddie Jones confirms new additions to England coaching team ahead of Six Nations
The England head coach has brought in two new coaches, while there is also a change of role for the long-serving Steve Borthwick.
Ciarán Kennedy
13 Jan 2020, 8:09
'Dream' Wales cap the next goal as Rees-Zammit commits future to Gloucester
The 18-year-old has already scored nine tries in all competitions for the Premiership club this season.
Ciarán Kennedy
13 Jan 2020, 7:36
Cuts, bolters and momentum versus renewal: Picking a 33-man England Six Nations squad
With the Six Nations rapidly approaching, we take a look at England's potential squad as Eddie Jones balances momentum and fresh i…
Alex Shaw
13 Jan 2020, 6:14
Crusaders make shock international coaching appointment
Following the departure of former Irish star Ronan O'Gara, Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has gone overseas, again, to complete h…
Online Editors
12 Jan 2020, 17:56
Inside the Barbarians - a RugbyPass original documentary
RugbyPass gained exclusive behind the scenes access to the Barbarians in the run-up to their recent November fixture versus Wales.
RugbyPass
12 Jan 2020, 10:37
Frontrunners, likely-lads and bolters: The 12 players vying for Wales' back three
When Pivac and Stephen Jones burn the metaphorical midnight oil on Tuesday night, ahead of the Six Nations squad announcement, bea…
Owain Jones
12 Jan 2020, 3:59
The costliest mistake in the history of Rugby
The failure to understand how the Internet could shape the sport and play a role in its future is one of the costliest mistakes in…
Ben Smith
11 Jan 2020, 23:19
Successful schoolboys and Under 20 finalists headline a strong Junior Wallabies side
Junior Wallabies coach Jason Gilmore has confirmed his 57-man squad for the first camp of 2020 as the Junior Wallabies prepare for…
Online Editors
11 Jan 2020, 20:47
Nigel Owens on what he would do to improve football's controversial VAR use
Missing in action this weekend due to illness, rugby's most popular referee has used his weekly walesonline.com column to tackle E…
Online Editors
11 Jan 2020, 13:59
England centre makes successful return to rugby following cancer diagnosis
Newcastle Falcons centre Johnny Williams has thanked supporters for their positive messages, having played his first game of rugby…
Online Editors
11 Jan 2020, 13:08
'He certainly doesn't stop talking': Retiring Kiwi official Glen Jackson names the most memorable player he's refereed
Retiring referee Glen Jackson has come across a multitude of players in his decade-long officiating career, but there's one player…
Online Editors
10 Jan 2020, 21:21
The George North/Josh Adams experiment that will pique Wayne Pivac's interest this weekend
Wayne Pivac currently has a dearth of options in the No13 Wales Test shirt, with first-choice Jonathan Davies, Willis Halaholo and…
Josh Raisey
10 Jan 2020, 11:48
Wales set for return to Japan in addition to summer tour of New Zealand
Wales will make a swift return to Japan as part of their 2020 summer tour, the Welsh Rugby Union has announced.
Online Editors
10 Jan 2020, 3:07
'He's going to be great': Former All Blacks star predicts big future for Wasps youngster Jacob Umaga
An ex-All Black predicts English youngster Jacob Umaga has a bright future ahead of him.
Online Editors
10 Jan 2020, 2:15
Glen Jackson hangs up his whistle after 25-year rugby career
Former golden boot turned New Zealand professional referee, Glen Jackson has today announced he is hanging up the whistle, and ret…
Online Editors
09 Jan 2020, 18:38
No sign of 'Rees-Zammit for Wales' calls dying down ahead of the Six Nations
The 18-year-old enjoyed a barnstorming December with Gloucester, racking up five Gallagher Premiership tries to win the league's p…
Josh Raisey
09 Jan 2020, 12:15
The ever-inspiring Doddie Weir launches the Dodcast, his new podcast series in association with RugbyPass
The awareness-raising crusade of the former Scotland and Lions player has touched many people since his motor neurone disease diag…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2020, 6:33
All Blacks bid not off the table for Aaron Cruden
Returning Chief Aaron Cruden, who has just turned 31, was non-committal when asked if he harboured dreams of returning to the All …
Online Editors
08 Jan 2020, 20:01
Carbery will miss Ireland's entire Six Nations campaign
Fears that the injury the back-up Test out-half picked up in Belfast with Munster could affect his participation in Andy Farrell's…
Online Editors
08 Jan 2020, 10:47
George Kruis set to leave Saracens and England
England star George Kruis is set to be the next big name to leave Saracens as the fallout from the club's salary cap breach contin…
Ian Cameron
08 Jan 2020, 9:08
'We'll see what happens': Barnstorming Leicester flanker Jordan Taufua hints at international future with Pacific nation
One-time All Blacks loose forward Jordan Taufua could be in line to switch international allegiance.
Online Editors
08 Jan 2020, 1:04
'He'd definitely make a difference': Scott Robertson backed for European coaching role after missing out on All Blacks job
Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson has the backing from one of his former players should he opt to take up an offshore coaching …
Online Editors
07 Jan 2020, 23:04
Ex-teammate: SBW will take union fans with him to league
The former All Black has signed up for the 25th edition of the Super League and an ex-NRL colleague predicts his switch will be a …
Online Editors
07 Jan 2020, 14:51
Inside the Barbarians - Trailer
RugbyPass went behind the scenes with the Barbarians, the most famous rugby team in the world, when they took on Wales on December…
RugbyPass
07 Jan 2020, 13:16
Former Scotland international Johnnie Beattie has retired
Having begun his career with Glasgow in 2004 before earning 38 caps for Scotland, he wrote on Instagram on Tuesday: 'That inevitab…
Online Editors
07 Jan 2020, 12:53
What's happened to New Zealand's openside flanker conveyor belt?
It doesn’t take a rugby genius to know that New Zealand have been blessed with talent in the 7 jersey over the years, but someth…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Jan 2020, 20:43
Analysis: Why Ian Foster needs to be given the chance to prove himself as head coach of the All Blacks
Foster was ahead of his time ten years ago and will do brilliantly in the top job. Unfortunately, many of the New Zealand public d…
Conor Wilson
06 Jan 2020, 18:24
Munster statement confirms Carbery out for 'immediate future'; needing surgery
Ireland and Munster star Joey Carbery is suspected to have broken his arm in a training session - according to reports.
Ian Cameron
06 Jan 2020, 14:41
Jacques Burger let's slip the reason he turned down defence coach role at RWC
Former captain Jacques Burger has made some telling comments about the state of Namibian rugby following a restructure of the nati…
Josh Raisey
06 Jan 2020, 13:00
Why Eddie Jones' reported pursuit of Louis Rees-Zammit is utterly futile
England head coach Eddie Jones is in hot pursuit of Gloucester winger Louis Rees-Zammit, the Welsh wing star that's breaking try-s…
Ian Cameron
05 Jan 2020, 11:26
Why Kieran Read won't be remembered as an all-time great
If he was that good, he wouldn’t have spent so much time at blindside flanker. As it was, Ardie Savea’s claims to the No.8 jer…
Hamish Bidwell
04 Jan 2020, 15:32
England Under-20s: Strengths, weaknesses and question marks
RugbyPass takes an in-depth look at the latest England Under-20s elite player squad which had plenty of noteworthy omissions when …
Alex Shaw
04 Jan 2020, 4:10
Webb's sudden Six Nations eligibility has sparked lively Welsh scrum-half debate
Gareth Davies, Tomos Williams and Aled Davies were the three scrum-halves Warren Gatland brought to the World Cup, but Wayne Pivac…
Josh Raisey
03 Jan 2020, 13:50
'Scotland punches above its weight... we do a lot better than people realise or understand'
Having coached for club and country, the Australia-bound Matt Taylor knows the Scottish game inside out... here is his to-do list …
Jamie Lyall
03 Jan 2020, 9:12
WRU clear the way for Webb to fight for 2020 Six Nations selection
The wheels have quickly turned this week for the scrum-half who hasn't been able to represent his country since December 2017.
Online Editors
03 Jan 2020, 6:11
Shaun Edwards' Wasps-influenced tactic for quickly tackling the language barrier in France
It can't be for the ex-Wales assistant being out of comfort zone and trying to coach players whom he can't fully talk to yet in Fr…
Online Editors
03 Jan 2020, 5:09
Dickens names 32-man England U20 EPS
Alan Dickens has named his first England Under-20 EPS as the age-grade side's head coach and there are some noteworthy omissions i…
Alex Shaw
03 Jan 2020, 5:00
Australia rugby mourns loss of apartheid-opposing 'Magnificent Seven'
The Australian Rugby community is mourning the loss of two-Test Wallabies flanker, Barry McDonald who passed away on Wednesday, ag…
Online Editors
02 Jan 2020, 17:21
The future stars of rugby set to dominate in the 2020s
Check out our take on the future stars of rugby as we look ahead to the new decade and the players that are ready to burst on to t…
Alex Shaw
02 Jan 2020, 3:50
Former Wallabies prop caught up in ferocious NSW fires
Former Wallaby prop Al Baxter has described the frightening bushfire scenes which turned his family's holiday into a nightmare.
Online Editors
01 Jan 2020, 20:41
The titled XV: the men of the rugby world who have been bestowed special honours
Throughout rugby's history, a number of exemplary men (on and off the field) have been bestowed special honours. How would they fa…
Online Editors
01 Jan 2020, 19:26
England international wants conversions scrapped and teams penalised for time-wasting
There are four areas of the game that need significant improvement, according to Brian Moore: kicks at goal, lineouts, scrums and …
Online Editors
01 Jan 2020, 18:09
Life After Rugby - Andy Powell
Life After Rugby: Andy Powell - a RugbyPass Original documentary.
RugbyPass
01 Jan 2020, 11:10
The nine sublime moments that stand out most in a decade for Wales to remember
All Wales' giddy success during the 2010s means cherry-picking a highlights reel to do it justice isn’t easy, but RugbyPass have…
Owain Jones
31 Dec 2019, 10:21
'Howley was a bit of a bully... back then you could get away with it'
Former Welsh international Andy Powell has said that while he doesn't hold any grudges against Rob Howley, he does believe descrip…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2019, 7:52
South Africa dominate UK Rugby Union Writers' Club personality shortlist
The British rugby media group have unveiled a five-strong shortlist in which the Springboks are extensively represented following …
Online Editors
31 Dec 2019, 7:33
Arise Sir Shag! Steve Hansen knighted in NZ Royal honours list
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has officially welcomed its newest Knight, Sir Steve Hansen, and latest Officer of the New Zealand Order o…
Online Editors
30 Dec 2019, 12:24
Baber: Talks ongoing with European clubs as gold medal pressure mounts
Gareth Baber knows all about the weight of national expectation as he attempts to mastermind Fiji’s defence of their HSBC World …
Chris Jones
30 Dec 2019, 4:48
Former Wallaby red-carded after unthinkable act sparks brawl in Top 14 clash
Former Wallaby Sitaleki Timani has been red-carded in his Top 14 clash for Clermont against Castres over the weekend after committ…
Online Editors
30 Dec 2019, 0:21
Home or Holm? The impending Louis Rees-Zammit contract flashpoint
Will a senior Wales cap in the Six Nations lure Louis Rees-Zammit home or can Gloucester swoop early and keep him at Kingsholm for…
Alex Shaw
29 Dec 2019, 10:12
MCG security staff crucified online after evicting Jordie Barrett for harmless gulp of beer
The online backlash towards MCG and their security staff has continued after All Black fullback Jordie Barrett was escorted calmly…
Online Editors
28 Dec 2019, 16:22
Gloucester boss's proposal for how Wales could use Louis Rees-Zammit
Johann Ackermann is urging Wales to include flying wing Louis Rees-Zammit in their Six Nations squad after 18-year-old scored a ha…
Chris Jones
28 Dec 2019, 12:24
Scotland announce two new assistants while Matt Taylor says farewell to join the Wallabies
With the start of the 2020 Six Nations now just five weeks away, Gregor Townsend has confirmed the staff he will be working with. …
Online Editors
27 Dec 2019, 5:05
Alex Shaw's Top 30 Players of 2019
The annual edition of RugbyPass' Top 30 Players returns for 2019, as South Africa and England both feature strongly in a year both…
Alex Shaw
26 Dec 2019, 12:19
Eddie Jones: 'I should have resigned after the final'
While Steve Hansen couldn't win a third straight World Cup, Eddie Jones believes his international success after winning in 2015 p…
Online Editors
25 Dec 2019, 16:18
Pivac arrives home in New Zealand with message for Gareth Anscombe fans about next July's Wales tour
The fly-half was on top of the world at the end of last season having driven the Welsh to Six Nations glory, but injury has derail…
Online Editors
24 Dec 2019, 7:26
Agent on holiday delays official confirmation on who is taking over from Rassie Erasmus
The Christmas holiday period has prevented SA Rugby from announcing a successor to their World Cup-winning boss, but the new broom…
Online Editors
24 Dec 2019, 6:47
Andy Farrell's first media engagement as Ireland boss wasn't all plain sailing as IRFU excluded certain media
The Englishman has started work as Joe Schmidt's successor but his first media appearance has caused some division amongst the Iri…
Online Editors
24 Dec 2019, 4:53
Brad Mooar confirmed as final piece of All Blacks' new coaching staff, but Scarlets' compensation deal confidential
Scarlets have been going well under during the Kiwi's first season of a contracted three in west Wales, but the plug will now be p…
Online Editors
24 Dec 2019, 4:17
A decade of inconsistency and disappointment for Australian rugby
Australian rugby is licking its wounds after a miserable year that drew the curtains on a decade best consigned to the sport's his…
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 22:10
All 134 tests: Reliving every test from the All Blacks' greatest decade
The curtain has come down on the All Blacks' most successful decade ever. So, here's a look back at every one of the 134 tests the…
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 22:07
Dan Carter beats Richie McCaw to be voted rugby's player of the decade
Dan Carter has beaten out fellow All Blacks great Richie McCaw to be voted the player of the decade.
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 20:13
'Jonah was incredibly sick before that game and should never have played and no one knew about it'
Former All Blacks team doctor John 'Doc' Mayhew has opened up on the challenges surrounding his care of Jonah Lomu before the rugb…
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 20:03
London Irish sign Samoa winger on short-term deal
Belgium Tuatagoloa, 30, has played provincial rugby in New Zealand for Wellington and Canterbury and has represented Samoa at inte…
Ciarán Kennedy
23 Dec 2019, 11:02
It's time to stop protecting rugby's most sheltered position
Passing the ball as accurately as possible – in front and at waist high – is no longer the scrum-half’s prime responsibility…
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 10:36
Wales international Williams extends stay at Dragons
Williams, 26, has made 35 appearances for the Welsh side since joining from Bristol Bears in 2018.
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 8:55
Eddie Jones' warning: Why All Blacks could be in trouble
England coach Eddie Jones believes New Zealand Rugby have a serious challenge ahead of them to retain their status as the world's …
Online Editors
22 Dec 2019, 18:05
Carwyn Tuipulotu - the 125kg U18 that's the talk of Welsh rugby
Wales U18 Carwyn Tuipulotu has a pretty famous rugby family, but the young back rower is set to make a name for himself in the spo…
Alex Shaw
22 Dec 2019, 11:46
Georgian Rugby to enter team in Currie Cup
The Georgian Rugby Union are set to enter a side in the South African Currie Cup competition.
Ian Cameron
22 Dec 2019, 6:03
'I feel let down that it looked like I threw him under the bus'
Rory Best has spoken of his disappointment at how comments he made about Ireland's lacklustre World Cup was portrayed in the media…
Ian Cameron
21 Dec 2019, 7:03
'He's explosive, dynamic... has X-factor' - the man of few words who could be Wales' next scrumhalf star - Tomos Williams
The Blues scrum-half is rather tongue-tied when it comes to talking about himself but Richie Rees believes he is someone who will …
Owain Jones
21 Dec 2019, 5:45
Eddie Jones spells out why New Zealand is the 'greatest rugby nation'
England coach Eddie Jones has detailed what he believes makes New Zealand the world's greatest rugby nation.
Online Editors
21 Dec 2019, 5:35
All Blacks legends set to face off in final vote for player of the decade award
Two All Blacks legends will go head-to-head in the final of World Rugby's fan-voted player of the decade award.
Online Editors
20 Dec 2019, 19:33
Kieran Read reveals the secret he kept from All Blacks coach Graham Henry during Rugby World Cup
Kieran Read has revealed that to keep himself available for the 2011 World Cup, he had to keep a secret so private that not even h…
Online Editors
20 Dec 2019, 17:23
It's an All Blacks clean sweep as they take all four semi-final spots in player of the decade vote
World Rugby have left it to the fans to decide who should be player of the decade and the round-by-round vote has been dominated b…
Josh Raisey
20 Dec 2019, 6:01
Scotland have just lost 207 caps of experience through retirements, but fans still hopeful of bright future
The quick succession exits of John Barclay, Tommy Seymour and Greig Laidlaw have taken a wealth of experience out of Scotland but …
Josh Raisey
20 Dec 2019, 4:55
Signing off: Steve Tew reveals biggest challenges facing New Zealand Rugby
Steve Tew has saved some criticism for smaller rugby nations in his final day at the helm at New Zealand Rugby.
Online Editors
20 Dec 2019, 0:17
'I think that door is closed': Former England captain Chris Robshaw delivers verdict on international future
Former England captain Chris Robshaw believes his future in the international game has been determined.
Online Editors
19 Dec 2019, 22:48
Stuart Hogg leads the praise as Scotland players react to Greig Laidlaw's retirement
Since making his debut in 2010, the 34-year-old amassed the second-most points in Scotland’s history - 714 - and captained them …
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2019, 11:50
The Mtawarira MLR move has sparked an intriguing online debate
The United States’ Major League Rugby has welcomed another superstar of the game to the league after it was announced on Wednesd…
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2019, 8:56
Laidlaw becomes the third Scotland player in as many weeks to quit Test rugby
The France-based scrum-half captained Scotland more than any other player - he was skipper in 39 of his 76 appearances - and is th…
Online Editors
19 Dec 2019, 7:31
Grant Fox on the Ian Foster phone call that convinced him to return to the All Blacks
New All Blacks boss Ian Foster won't be the only key figure carrying over from the Steve Hansen era as he has convinced selector G…
Online Editors
19 Dec 2019, 6:52
Fleck pitches sweeping behind-the-scenes change for South African rugby
Is it time for more private ownership in South African rugby? Former Stormers head coach Robbie Fleck certainly thinks so.
Alex Shaw
19 Dec 2019, 4:33
Third-highest capped Springbok of all time to join Major League Rugby's Old Glory DC
Online Editors
18 Dec 2019, 16:26
'We'll have new voices and fresh ideas' - Ian Foster confirms his All Blacks' coaching staff
New All Blacks' head coach Ian Foster has today confirmed his panel of coaching staff after he was announced earlier this month as…
Online Editors
18 Dec 2019, 15:30
World Rugby lets fans vote for player of the decade
With just days now left remaining in the 2010s, the game's global governing body have come up with a novel way of allowing support…
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2019, 11:16
England star Sinckler can't remember World Cup final and has not watched replay
Kyle Sinckler has no recollection of the World Cup final despite watching much of England’s defeat by South Africa from the side…
Online Editors
18 Dec 2019, 11:00
Training session urine test sees Romanian 7s captain banned for 4 years
The captain of the Romania 7s rugby union team has been banned for four years after being tested during a training session.
Online Editors
18 Dec 2019, 10:25
Twitter erupts as clue dropped on the next superstar to sign for MLR
The United States’ Major League Rugby (MLR) is set to have another star name join the league, according to Americas Rugby News w…
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2019, 9:42
Richie McCaw's law change suggestion proves popular with fans
New Zealand's two-time World Cup-winning captain has suggested one radical change should be made in rugby and his idea has been mu…
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2019, 9:00
Why the Ford-Farrell axis was England's best 10-12 combination over the past four years
The Test level partnership of the Leicester and Saracens playmakers has been Eddie Jones' go-to, the coach picking them together f…
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2019, 6:15
Announcement imminent on Justin Tipuric's future after being linked with numerous high-profile clubs
Star Wales loose forward Justin Tipuric is set to make an announcement on where his playing future lies.
Online Editors
17 Dec 2019, 22:40
Rugby Australia lock in Reece Hodge on a long-term contract extension
The Wallabies outside back has revealed his excitement of working alongside new Australian head coach Dave Rennie.
Online Editors
17 Dec 2019, 22:12
Sam Warburton reveals the moment that sparked a powerful desire to return to Wales team
Ex-Wales skipper Sam Warburton has revealed the moment that sparked a strong urge of making a return to the Welsh squad.
Online Editors
17 Dec 2019, 21:48
Scarlets put a hefty price tag on head coach Brad Mooar as All Blacks come chasing
Scarlets are reduced to losing their head coach Brad Mooar to Ian Foster's All Blacks coaching team, but the Welsh club won't let …
Online Editors
17 Dec 2019, 19:06
Sunwolves bag pair of Springboks for upcoming Super Rugby campaign
The Sunwolves have continued their influx of offshore talent ahead of their final campaign in Super Rugby by capturing the signatu…
Online Editors
17 Dec 2019, 18:22
The New Zealand Sevens team just can't resist getting naked in front of one another
The New Zealand Rugby Sevens team claimed some more silverware for the trophy case with a Cape Town sevens win over South Africa -…
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17 Dec 2019, 15:14
Eddie Jones' England future beyond 2021 remains up in the air
The England coach's contract only runs for another two Six Nations, but there seems to be no pressing need to get an extension don…
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17 Dec 2019, 12:40
Rob Howley issues statement after WRU betting ban
The former Wales assistant coach was sent home in disgrace from the recent World Cup cannot return to rugby until next June.
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17 Dec 2019, 9:23
Irish fans suspect it's the end of an era after Rob Kearney's omission
With the veteran full-back set to be 37 by the time of the next World Cup in France, Andy Farrell has decided to omit him from his…
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2019, 4:33
Japan star Amanaki Mafi avoids conviction for assault on former teammate
Star Japan loose forward Amanaki Mafi has avoided a conviction for attacking a former teammate after making a NZ$50,000 payment to…
Online Editors
16 Dec 2019, 22:11
How New Zealand Rugby is losing faith with ongoing drama surrounding All Blacks coaching appointments
New Zealand Rugby has created an environment where people will be happy to see new All Blacks head coach Ian Foster fail, writes H…
Hamish Bidwell
16 Dec 2019, 20:27
Richie McCaw's quick-fix idea to help solve one of rugby's most problematic issues
Former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw has a solution to help alleviate one of rugby's most pressing concerns.
Online Editors
16 Dec 2019, 18:03
Forget the schadenfreude, Howley's gambling woes are nothing to laugh about
The news that Rob Howley has been hit with an 18-month ban from professional rugby for betting on rugby union has been met with a …
Owain Jones
16 Dec 2019, 13:07
'It's just sad to me and smacks more of an illness than nefariousness'
Following ex-Wales scrumhalf Rob Howley’s ban for breaching betting rules, a tonne of support has poured in for the former coach…
Josh Raisey
16 Dec 2019, 12:31
'He knew what he was doing' - Lee Byrne sticks boot into Howley on Twitter
The former Wales assistant has been suspended after placing 363 bets involving 1,163 rugby matches.
Online Editors
16 Dec 2019, 12:00
Jones faces No.8 selection dilemma
Only months after Eddie Jones opted to take one specialist No.8 to the Rugby World Cup, it has quickly become one of the most comp…
Josh Raisey
16 Dec 2019, 11:17
Four noticeable omissions as Farrell names bumper 45-man squad for Ireland camp
New Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named a 45-man squad for his first camp since succeeding Joe Schmidt.
Ciarán Kennedy
16 Dec 2019, 10:30
Irish fans hit peak Cooney-hype; demand the Ulster 9 starts Six Nations
Ulster’s John Cooney has cemented himself as many fans’ favourite to start for Ireland at the Six Nations, as he continued his…
Josh Raisey
16 Dec 2019, 9:15
Howley lost £4,000 after family tragedy acted as 'trigger' for betting
A family tragedy may have been a trigger for the betting habit that saw former Wales coach Rob Howley banned from the sport for at…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2019, 7:47
Howley hit with potentially career-ending ban for betting rules breach
Former Wales assistant coach Rob Howley has been banned from coaching for 18 months, with nine months suspended, for betting rules…
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16 Dec 2019, 7:16
Brown provides surgery update as he faces long road to recovery
Harlequins fullback Mike Brown has provided an update on Instagram following his recent knee surgery.
Josh Raisey
16 Dec 2019, 6:31
Sexton linked with shock move back to Top14
Leinster and Ireland out-half Johnny Sexton is being linked with a shock return to France, with Lyon reportedly keen to lure the 3…
Ciarán Kennedy
16 Dec 2019, 5:30
Top All Blacks slide down annual rugby player rankings as Springbok clinches No. 1 spot
A number of top All Blacks have back-pedalled dramatically in a respected annual top 50 list of players from around the world.
Online Editors
15 Dec 2019, 22:54
In-demand Scarlets coach Brad Mooar torn over coaching future
Brad Mooar admits he is "torn" over whether to join Ian Foster's All Blacks set-up.
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15 Dec 2019, 19:05
Peter de Villiers' daughter (28) loses battle with cancer
Former Springboks coach Peter de Villiers' daughter has lost her battle with cancer at the age of just 28.
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2019, 10:06
Size differences in No.7s in the Premiership, PRO14 and Top 14
RugbyPass assesses the heights and weights of the various opensides that started league matches in France, England and the PRO14 a…
Josh Raisey
15 Dec 2019, 3:59
'He's not the coach a lot of people thought he was 10 years ago'
New All Black coach Ian Foster deserves more respect than he's getting according to his old boss.
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14 Dec 2019, 22:45
Israel Folau facing further repercussions: 'Folau is about to cop a dose of third-degree Burns'
Israel Folau's legal battles may not be over just yet after the Anti-Discrimination Board of NSW accepted a complaint from a gay r…
Online Editors
14 Dec 2019, 21:20
Incoming NZ Rugby CEO expects changes on a global scale - including in the Rugby Championship
Incoming New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson says the door is not closed on expanding the Rugby Championship, emphasis…
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14 Dec 2019, 18:19
Scarlets issue statement as All Blacks come knocking
The Scarlets have issued a statement confirming that the All Blacks have made an approach over their head coach Brad Mooar.
Ian Cameron
14 Dec 2019, 4:29
Top rugby agent revels All Blacks coaching race mess
A leading rugby agent has shed some light on the process undertaken by New Zealand Rugby to select the next All Blacks coach and w…
Online Editors
13 Dec 2019, 18:43
Leinster issue update on the state of Johnny Sexton's knee
It has been a week of wildly varying speculation in the Irish media about the extent of the injury suffered by Ireland's out-half …
Online Editors
13 Dec 2019, 10:29
The awards keep on coming for in-demand Kolisi
It's has been a whirlwind time for the Springboks captain since skippering his country to World Cup glory and the celebrations con…
Josh Raisey
13 Dec 2019, 8:28
All Blacks hit with dramatic late twist following Ian Foster's appointment as head coach
New Zealand Rugby could be left to fork out a large financial sum to bring together Ian Foster's coaching group in the wake of his…
Online Editors
13 Dec 2019, 1:14
No 'copy and paste' coach: Ian Foster opens up on public backlash after All Blacks appointment
After being met with an onslaught of public backlash in the wake of being named as the next All Blacks head coach, Ian Foster has …
Online Editors
12 Dec 2019, 19:15
Graham Henry unconvinced by All Blacks selection process
Former All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry has taken a few swipes at New Zealand Rugby as they enter a new era.
Online Editors
12 Dec 2019, 16:13
'People will already be writing us off... that is a motivating point'
The defending HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series champions failed to get out of their pool last weekend in Dubai and are gunning to ma…
Chris Jones
12 Dec 2019, 14:23
John Cooney's cryptic message after recent upturn in form
The Ulster half-back must be hoping new Ireland boss Andy Farrell likes his poetry after taking to social media to post a curious …
Josh Raisey
12 Dec 2019, 10:58
John Devereux on where to next for Wales' production line of Rolls-Royce midfield pairings
From Bateman-Gibbs to Henson-Shanklin and on to Roberts-Davies, a ready supply of fabulously combative midfield partnerships have …
Owain Jones
12 Dec 2019, 10:17
One tournament cancelled and fears grow about another amid Hong Kong's political uncertainty
A catalogue of unrest in the city was sparked by opposition to an extradition bill and has since become a wider anti-government pr…
Online Editors
12 Dec 2019, 8:43
All the winners from the 2019 New Zealand Rugby awards
Hurricanes and All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea took 2019 by storm at both club and country levels, form capped off by being n…
Online Editors
12 Dec 2019, 6:45
Scott Robertson breaks his silence after losing out on All Blacks coaching job
The Crusaders boss came second best in the race to succeed Steve Hansen but he has reacted magnanimously, even texting congratulat…
Online Editors
12 Dec 2019, 4:28
A lack of success in Super Rugby is an outdated measure of what Ian Foster will bring to the All Blacks head coaching role
Ian Foster's time with the Chiefs may not have reaped as many championships as Scott Robertson's with the Crusaders, but that's a …
Tom Vinicombe
12 Dec 2019, 0:28
Rugby Australia reveal who will be assisting Dave Rennie at the Wallabies
Rugby Australia has today announced key appointments to the Wallabies staff, including Scott Wisemantel as an assistant to Dave Re…
Online Editors
11 Dec 2019, 22:09
Was a partnership between Ian Foster and Scott Robertson on the cards for the All Blacks?
Ian Foster and Scott Robertson, two men with plenty of plusses on their respective CVs, were the only two applicants for the All B…
Tom Vinicombe
11 Dec 2019, 20:46
Fans feel for overlooked Scott Robertson
Ian Foster and Scott Robertson each had one main selling point in their race to become the new All Blacks coach.
Josh Raisey
11 Dec 2019, 18:02
A two-year contract for Ian Foster keeps the door ajar for Warren Gatland
New All Blacks coach Ian Foster has been signed on for a two-year contract. Some fans have speculated that this could pave the way…
Josh Raisey
11 Dec 2019, 17:15
Ian Foster's new youthful coaching team set to raise a few eyebrows
The men set to work under the helm of new All Blacks head coach Ian Foster is all but set.
Online Editors
11 Dec 2019, 16:43
Tommy Seymour follows John Barclay's lead and retires from Test rugby
The American-born winger scored 20 tries in 55 appearances for Scotland, but his international career has ended with pool stage el…
Online Editors
11 Dec 2019, 11:05
Alun-Wyn Jones on his World Cup hurt and what he needs to do to gain 2021 Lions selection
The second row, who became the world's second most-capped Test player last month, reflects on his RWC pain and his hopes for the f…
Online Editors
11 Dec 2019, 4:26
New Zealand Rugby announce Ian Foster as new All Blacks head coach
Ian Foster has been appointed the new head coach of the All Blacks, New Zealand Rugby has announced today.
Online Editors
10 Dec 2019, 19:19
Ian Foster to be unveiled as new All Blacks coach on a two-year deal later today
The new All Blacks head coach is set to be revealed today.
Online Editors
10 Dec 2019, 18:28
Steve Hansen has some advice for his All Blacks coaching successor
Outgoing All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has handed out some free advice for his imminent successor.
Online Editors
10 Dec 2019, 16:32
Welsh lock who scored the crucial February try versus England is finally fit and ready
It has been nearly ten months since Cory Hill was last spotted in action but the forward is seemingly back in rude health with Dra…
Online Editors
10 Dec 2019, 12:27
The Brits verdict on England lining up Proudfoot, architect of their RWC scrum demise
With the set-piece being where the rot set in for Eddie Jones in the World Cup final, Schalk Brits weighs up whether recruiting th…
Chris Jones
10 Dec 2019, 12:05
Just four champion Springboks gain selection in prestigious magazine's 2019 World XV... the same number as England
South Africa outplayed England in last month's World Cup final in Yokohama but the champions only break even with the beaten final…
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2019, 7:57
Leone Nakarawa closing in on a return to Glasgow - reports
Star Fijian lock Leone Nakarawa is reportedly on the verge of a sensational return to his former club Glasgow Warriors, according …
Online Editors
09 Dec 2019, 22:10
'I think we may have switched off a bit' - Easy win over Ireland catalyst for semi-final defeat says Hansen
In hindsight, Hansen believes the messages during the week may have been off given the preceding win in the quarterfinal.
Online Editors
09 Dec 2019, 21:13
Blitzboks draft 6'2, 100kg prospect with a sub 11-sec 100m
Hacjivah Dayimani plans well for most things in life, so it was not that unexpected when his phone rang and he received the messag…
Online Editors
09 Dec 2019, 14:08
Watch: Painful footage of Lood de Jager injury is released
The 26-year-old Springbok left the pitch clutching his left shoulder after 21 minutes of the Rugby World Cup final against England…
Josh Raisey
09 Dec 2019, 11:49
Russia's involvement in Rugby World Cup 2023 in serious doubt
On Monday morning, the World Anti-Doping Agency voted unanimously to ban Russia from international sport for four years.
Online Editors
09 Dec 2019, 10:03
Rennie's social media polling figures released by Rugby Australia
Rugby Australia has played down one of its most tumultuous years, preferring to laud the fact the majority of its social media fol…
Online Editors
09 Dec 2019, 5:22
Top Kiwi coach: The key reason why Scott Robertson could win All Blacks job
A leading New Zealand coach has revealed what may see the odds swing in favour of Scott Robertson in the All Blacks coaching race.
Online Editors
08 Dec 2019, 22:37
The unknown players who are 'moonshot' picks to be All Blacks before the next World Cup
As the cream of each yearly crop rises through the system, some continue growing more than others. Some benefit from timing, comin…
Ben Smith
08 Dec 2019, 21:52
The All Blacks 'Player of the Year' - as voted by his peers
The New Zealand Rugby Players Association have announced their award winners for the season, as voted by the players.
Online Editors
08 Dec 2019, 14:44
Ex-Wallaby McMahon jumps ship to chase Olympic dream
Wallaby Sean McMahon will join the Australian Men’s Sevens team for Round Two of the Sevens World Series in Cape Town.
Online Editors
08 Dec 2019, 10:15
Japanese virus could cost Moriarty Six Nations
Ross Moriarty, the Wales and Dragons No.8, is battling to be fit for the Six Nations after contracting a virus at the Rugby World …
Chris Jones
08 Dec 2019, 6:30
Nienaber new Springboks head coach - reports
Jacques Nienaber is set to be named Springboks head coach later this month.
Online Editors
08 Dec 2019, 4:39
England line up Proudfoot, the man who destroyed their RWC Final scrum - reports
England have reportedly moved to the fill their scrum coach vacancy by hiring the man that orchestrated their Rugby World Cup down…
Alex Shaw
08 Dec 2019, 3:03
South Africa nil New Zealand to take out opening leg of Sevens World Series
BlitzBok flyer Rosko Specman helped South Africa to a 15-0 victory over New Zealand on Saturday to win the opening leg of the Worl…
Online Editors
07 Dec 2019, 20:41
NRL club eyeing up Folau - but there's a catch
Israel Folau is looking to resurrect his sporting career with a potential return to the NRL.
Online Editors
07 Dec 2019, 16:02
Another potential team has closed the door on Folau
Rugby Australia (RA) CEO Raelene Castle didn't slam the door shut on Israel Folau, diplomatically responding "never say never" whe…
Online Editors
07 Dec 2019, 7:02
Test level referee Ben O'Keeffe reveals how he overcame online abuse
It's not easy being on the whistle in the modern era, not only because there are so many camera angles highlighting bad decisions …
Online Editors
07 Dec 2019, 6:03
Super Rugby club emerges as shock contender to sign Fijian lock Leone Nakarawa following sacking from Racing 92
A Super Rugby club have emerged as shock contenders to sign star lock Leone Nakarawa following his sacking from Top 14 club Racing…
Online Editors
06 Dec 2019, 22:03
Chiefs coach Warren Gatland lays down early challenge to returning All Blacks
New Chiefs coach Warren Gatland has issued a warning to his squad as the Super Rugby season nears.
Online Editors
06 Dec 2019, 18:53
Russell controversy the spark for proposed radical SRU shake-up
Last year's unfair dismissal of Keith Russell - director of domestic rugby and father of Scotland star Finn Russell - sparked a co…
Online Editors
06 Dec 2019, 8:51
Rugby Australia's settlement with Israel Folau has helped save lives, claims expert
Rugby Australia's settlement of the Israel Folau case is not a backdown, but rather a win for at-risk LGBT kids, says a leading be…
Online Editors
05 Dec 2019, 23:26
D-Day revealed: Scott Robertson's moment of truth awaits as All Blacks interview looms
Scott Robertson is set for his moment of truth in his quest to become the next All Blacks head coach.
Online Editors
05 Dec 2019, 21:37
'We'll all be in for a helluva journey': Ex-All Blacks legend weighs in on coaching debate
The race to replace Steve Hansen as New Zealand coach is anyone's game, according to a 79-test All Black.
Campbell Burnes
05 Dec 2019, 17:42
The career-defining choice facing George Ford
Over the next few weeks, George Ford will find himself across a table from the Leicester Tigers board as they try to thrash out a …
Jonathan Beardmore
05 Dec 2019, 12:14
Joey Carbery's rural Irish grassroots club is facing closure
It's not been the best of times for the injured out-half as Ireland's World Cup exit was followed by unavailability for Munster...…
Online Editors
05 Dec 2019, 11:15
Analysis: What the All Blacks search for in a 10 compared to the rest of the world
There are many other quality playmakers but only in New Zealand are they so prioritized and sought after at the flyhalf position. …
Ben Smith
04 Dec 2019, 22:58
Quade Cooper reflects on McCaw incident: 'You were playing dirty on me and I kneed you'
Kiwi-born Wallaby Quade Cooper has opened up about the time he kneed All Blacks legend Richie McCaw in the head.
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 22:33
'Never say never': could Israel Folau make a shock return?
Rugby Australia boss Raelene Castle would not categorically rule out the possibility of Israel Folau returning to the code but bel…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 21:45
Deal with Folau the lesser of two evils
Rugby Australia chief executive Raelene Castle is standing by the move to settle with sacked Wallabies star Israel Folau, saying i…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 19:39
Israel Folau's reported payout 'wildly inaccurate' according to Rugby Australia
Rugby Australia boss Raelene Castle has said that a reported settlement of $8 million for former Wallaby Israel Folau is 'wildly i…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 16:20
The 'loss that continues to haunt NZ Rugby'
The life of an All Blacks winger is alarmingly short and Bristol Bears’ Charles Piutau can attest to that.
Josh Raisey
04 Dec 2019, 12:58
Report: Folau's staggering 'settlement' payout leaked
Eight months after an Instagram post got Israel Folau sacked from the Wallabies, the rugby player and Rugby Australia wished each …
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 12:28
The tried and tested Bok trick that lies in wait for 2021 Lions
The schedule for the British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa in 2021 has been announced, and it involves eight matches in fiv…
Josh Raisey
04 Dec 2019, 11:12
Premiership Rugby responds to criticism over its 2021 final taking place only a week before the Lions tour starts
Criticised after it was confirmed the Lions will play their first 2021 tour match a week after the Premiership final in London, Pr…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 10:49
Ex-captain John Barclay calls it quits with Scotland
The 2019 World Cup in Japan didn't turn out as hoped for by the long-serving back row forward who made his Test debut in 2007.
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 8:36
RFU move back into the black with annual report showing encouraging operating profit
English rugby's governing body has turned its financial picture around after it recorded a loss of £24.4million in 2017/18.
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 8:18
Lions 2021 tour will almost certainly break one match attendance record
The British and Irish Lions will play the first Test of their 2021 three-match series in South Africa at the giant Soccer City sta…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 5:43
Folau: 'Apology by Rugby Australia' vindication
A 'vindicated' Israel Folau wants new religious freedom laws after Rugby Australia apologised to him as they reached a confidentia…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 5:16
'Run fast' - 10.10 sec 100m sprinter 'Quadzilla' to debut in Dubai
While it's been billed as the clash of the fastest men in rugby, Australian sevens coach Tim Walsh has low-key expectations for de…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 4:49
Major stumbling block emerges as British and Irish Lions confirm tour schedule for South Africa
Exact dates and venues have been confirmed for the shortened 2021 tour to the home of the new World Cup champions, a challenge tha…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 4:25
Northampton Saints to swoop for Fiji's Mawi
Gallagher Premiership side Northampton Saints are set to sign Fiji loosehead Eroni Mawi, as they bolster their squad to compete on…
Alex Shaw
04 Dec 2019, 3:10
The NRL stars who could strengthen union's ongoing battle with rugby league
There has been no shortage of cross-code switches since the World Cup, but it appears as though union holds the upper hand in pull…
Alex McLeod
04 Dec 2019, 3:05
'I wouldn't be releasing him, that's for sure': Chris Boyd's warning for Eddie Jones
Northampton Saints head coach Chris Boyd has issued a hands-off warning to England boss Eddie Jones.
Online Editors
03 Dec 2019, 23:38
Rugby Australia reaches settlement in legal battle with Israel Folau
Rugby Australia and Israel Folau have ended one of the biggest feuds ever seen in Australian sport.
Online Editors
03 Dec 2019, 22:38
Brits' farewell message after 'craziest month' of his life
The veteran Springboks' story these past 18 months has warmed the hearts of rugby fans the world over, from retirement to World Cu…
Josh Raisey
03 Dec 2019, 8:13
Tackling Leinster's defence is fitting test for Vesty and his England attack coach aspirations
With Scott Wisemantel having departed the Eddie Jones set-up, an opportunity exists for a homegrown English coach to step forward.…
Alex Shaw
03 Dec 2019, 5:29
Monday's marathon mediation session still yields no result for Israel Folau
Israel Folau and Rugby Australia will continue their marathon efforts over the phone to find a settlement ahead of a looming court…
Online Editors
02 Dec 2019, 20:52
No rest for Warren Gatland as he heads to Chiefs training straight off plane from Wales
Incoming Chiefs head coach Warren Gatland isn't taking any breaks before taking up his new role with the Hamilton-based Super Rugb…
Online Editors
02 Dec 2019, 20:14
Another mix-up for the Wallabies coaching ranks
Nathan Grey will follow Stephen Larkham from Wallabies assistant into the national high performance advisor role as new Australian…
Online Editors
02 Dec 2019, 16:14
Preparing a side against Gatland like dating a new girlfriend still pining for a very visible, much-loved ex-boyfriend
It’s been a long time coming for Wales supporters but the Wayne Pivac era is finally up and running, and there is plenty of earl…
Owain Jones
02 Dec 2019, 6:59
'Non-selection was the hardest...He just said, 'You're in a competitive position''
Alex Dunbar doesn’t enjoy looking back – not after the year he’s had, not after the hardship he’s endured.
Jamie Lyall
02 Dec 2019, 3:23
All Blacks finalise home fixtures for 2020 international calendar
The new All Blacks coach will start his tenure as Steve Hansen's successor against Wales at Eden Park on July 4.
Online Editors
01 Dec 2019, 21:30
Steve Hansen reveals new post-World Cup job
Former All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen has announced his new position after ending his long-term affiliation with New Zealand R…
Online Editors
01 Dec 2019, 19:54
Five things we learned from Pivac's first game in charge
Wayne Pivac got his stint as Wales coach off to a winning start and matchday captain Justin Tipuric asked Leigh Halfpenny to kick …
Rhiannon Garth Jones
01 Dec 2019, 8:57
Nigel Owens may retire at end of season
Nigel Owens is deliberating over whether or not he will retire at the end of the current season.
Ian Cameron
01 Dec 2019, 6:44
RugbyPass November Player of the Month - Marcell Coetzee
The latest RugbyPass Player of the Month award goes to Ulster and Springbok forward Marcell Coetzee, who has lit up European rugby…
Alex Shaw
01 Dec 2019, 5:10
'If I didn't leave the country then and get home to my support, I wouldn't be here any more'
Former All Black Zac Guildford has opened up to Woman's Day on the suicidal thoughts that forced him back to New Zealand following…
Online Editors
30 Nov 2019, 19:28
Israel Folau backs down on 'appallingly insensitive' comments
Former Wallabies star Israel Folau has moved to clarify comments he made earlier this month suggesting the devastating bushfires t…
Online Editors
30 Nov 2019, 17:07
Pivac on his first Wales outing: 'It rammed home how big it is going to be'
The new Welsh coach declared himself pleased with what he saw against the Barbarians ahead of the start to the Six Nations against…
Online Editors
30 Nov 2019, 14:37
Pivac off to winning start with Wales
With Warren Gatland coaching the opposition, a new era got underway with a team coached by his successor running in six tries in C…
Online Editors
30 Nov 2019, 13:47
Building managers called to Wayne Pivac's son's Auckland apartment at 3.45am
Building managers were forced to knock on the door Wayne Pivac's son's Auckland apartment at 3.45 am following his dad's debut as …
Ian Cameron
30 Nov 2019, 12:21
Chorus of boos for the Barbarians' adopted 'national anthem' in Cardiff
Saturday at the Principality Stadium was supposed to be a full-on day-long celebration of rugby but proccedings took a turn for th…
Online Editors
30 Nov 2019, 10:52
Nigel Owens and the reason why is he uniquely being allowed to referee Wales on Saturday
Non-neutral referees are taboo on the international rugby circuit but an exception has been made for one of the sport's most popul…
Online Editors
30 Nov 2019, 5:14
David Pocock calls out Israel Folau on latest captaincy claims
Former Wallabies loose forward David Pocock has weighed in on the latest development in the Israel Folau saga.
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 23:16
Tony Brown reveals why he chose Japan over the All Blacks
Tony Brown has revealed that he had no fear in turning down a position with the All Blacks for one key reason.
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 21:33
NRL star Latrell Mitchell considering shock switch to rugby union - report
Sydney Roosters star Latrell Mitchell is reportedly considering a shock move to rugby union as his future playing options in the N…
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 19:40
Some England fans are questioning O'Shea over his record with Italy
There was a lot of love going around on Friday morning when the Irishman was announced as the RFU's new performance director, but …
Josh Raisey
29 Nov 2019, 12:44
A renamed piece of the Principality Stadium will forever honour Warren Gatland
The New Zealander is saying farewell on Saturday after twelve years in charge of the Welsh and the WRU have given him an unexpecte…
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 11:05
IRFU bump Aki up to a central contract to keep him in Ireland
After earning his stripes as a Test level midfielder since a November 2017 debut, the New Zealander is being bumped up to an IRFU …
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 8:43
Pocock scoops a very non-rugby award
The Wallaby back row's Test career was the envy of many but he just picked up a prestigious award in Australia for very different …
Josh Raisey
29 Nov 2019, 7:15
Jay-Z's sports management company have recruited World Cup-winning skipper Kolisi
US-based agency Roc Nation Sports has reportedly landed RWC-winning captain Siya Kolisi in what would be their first foray into ru…
Alex Shaw
29 Nov 2019, 5:40
'If he can blend the two styles together - Warrenball and Pivacball - it could be something special'
Wayne Pivac has big expectations to live up to as Wales coach but Shane Williams is backing the former Scarlets boss to produce a …
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 5:23
Leicester assistant Mike Ford linked with role on other side of the world
The former England and Ireland assistant hasn't had longevity in a job since he was in charge at Bath and despite currently assist…
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 5:04
Nigel Melville's exit sees the RFU tweak job title and appoint Conor O'Shea
With professional rugby director Nigel Melville opting to head for the exit, the RFU have tweaked the job title and handed the pos…
Online Editors
29 Nov 2019, 4:21
'It will be a challenge for him': Why Wayne Pivac's opening match for Wales is one he can't afford to lose
Wayne Pivac goes under the white-hot scrutiny of coaching Wales when his new team takes on Warren Gatland’s Barbarians on Saturd…
Campbell Burnes
28 Nov 2019, 23:25
Kurtley Beale emerges as prime contender to replace Bernard Foley as Waratahs' playmaker
Kurtley Beale is the frontrunner to fill the five-eighth hot seat as the NSW Waratahs prepare for life after Bernard Foley.
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 23:05
Why a Wallabies player 'burst into laughter' at Israel Folau's extraordinary claim
A current Wallabies player reportedly "burst into laughter" after being told a surprising revelation about Israel Folau.
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 22:33
'He'd be a very good chance to be the next head coach': Eddie Jones reveals who he's backing to become next All Blacks boss
England head coach Eddie Jones has thrown his support behind one of the prime contenders to take the vacant All Blacks job.
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 21:39
Ardie Savea's intriguing rugby eligibility law change suggestion
All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea has brought into question whether international eligibility laws should be applicable to more…
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 19:57
Secret's out: how the All Blacks decide which haka to perform
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith has revealed how the team decides which haka they will perform before each test match.
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 15:08
Eben Etzebeth checks in for work at Toulon
With their World Cup celebrations now over, Eben Etzebeth is the latest European-based Springbok to check-in for the winter club d…
Josh Raisey
28 Nov 2019, 12:29
Dylan Hartley on leading England under Eddie Jones
Former England captain Dylan Hartley has revealed the roles and responsibilities that he undertook under the watchful eye of Eddie…
Rugby Pod
28 Nov 2019, 11:37
'I just felt that it was not right' - Gatland's revealing Barbarians match admission
Warren Gatland has revealed how his Cardiff return as the Barbarians’ head coach was originally planned as his Wales swansong.
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 11:23
The personal wealth of the average professional rugby player
The personal wealth of rugby players is widely misunderstood.
It would probably shock people to know, most Saracens players co…
Jonathan Beardmore
28 Nov 2019, 10:47
'Really rash statement': Former Bok takes issue with doping culture allegations in SA rugby
The Springboks' recent World Cup win has been marred by some generalisations about an alleged doping culture in South African rugb…
Liam Heagney
28 Nov 2019, 10:41
England RWC winner backs Eddie Jones for 2023 World Cup
The 59-year-old Australian is contracted to remain England head coach until 2021.
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 8:38
Wayne Pivac names his first Wales team
Cardiff will be full of intrigue on Saturday as the new Wales coach tries to get one over his predecessor Warren Gatland who is co…
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 6:13
Barbarians name their team to face Wales
Having coached Wales for twelve years, Warren Gatland waves goodbye to the fans in Cardiff on Saturday when he takes charge of thi…
Online Editors
28 Nov 2019, 5:21
Woodward the latest to back Guscott's popular law change suggestion
Rugby now fields starting XVs packed with players who are not prepared to play the full 80 minutes because they know they will be …
Liam Heagney
28 Nov 2019, 4:36
Return of the Brumby: the strategy all the top international teams will be copying
Elements of the Japanese game plan, as well as the motions of particular players, are starting to follow a style of play that's ov…
Conor Wilson
27 Nov 2019, 22:18
South America's first professional rugby league will kick off at the end of February
The Súper Liga will kick off on February 28th and bring together teams from across the continent to vie for South American suprem…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Nov 2019, 21:45
'Of course it was [a forward pass]' says Wayne Barnes
Wayne Barnes has revealed how his mistake in the 2007 Rugby World Cup quarter-final spurred him on to become one of rugby's top re…
Online Editors
27 Nov 2019, 20:16
USA Rugby's 'severe budget shortfall' prompts major changes
The USA have long been touted a sleeping giant of international rugby, but it appears that off-field issues could cut the nation o…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Nov 2019, 19:51
England U20s announce 45-man training squad for 2020 season
England U20s head coach Alan Dickens has announced his first selection in the role, with a 45-man training squad set for a three-d…
Alex Shaw
27 Nov 2019, 5:00
Picking a Wales XV for the Barbarians
On the one hand, the upcoming Wales fixture against the Barbarians is clear a money spinner in a Rugby World Cup year, which is to…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
27 Nov 2019, 4:51
Why England haemorrhaging coaches won't faze Jones
England’s confirmation that attacking coach Scott Wisemantel will move on from his position may not come as a surprise to many.
Josh Raisey
27 Nov 2019, 4:47
'It's very difficult': Why globetrotting Sonny Bill Williams is avoiding Toronto
Sonny Bill Williams sent Toronto Wolfpack fans into a frenzy when he announced his signing with the Super League club last month, …
Online Editors
26 Nov 2019, 23:13
'This has been one of the toughest years of my life': Nehe Milner-Skudder opens up about mental struggles throughout injury-plagued career
Former All Blacks wing Nehe Milner-Skudder has opened up about going into "dark places" in what he described as "one of the toughe…
Online Editors
26 Nov 2019, 22:39
Israel Folau claims he was in line for 'possible captainship' and is now demanding $14 million from Rugby Australia
Israel Folau is now demanding $14 million in damages from Rugby Australia, claiming he could have been captain of the Wallabies.
Online Editors
26 Nov 2019, 19:09
Rugby Australia's impending financial crunch won't be the death of rugby in Australia
Those asking how would this potentially fit down the line side-by-side with Super Rugby are asking the wrong question. Wouldn't it…
Ben Smith
26 Nov 2019, 17:15
Rugby Australia chief apologises for poorly behaved Wallabies
It seems that the fallout from the Wallabies' ill-fated run at the 2019 World Cup is set to continue, with Rugby Australia doing t…
Online Editors
26 Nov 2019, 15:42
Halaholo hits back at his Welsh critics after ACL injury
It has been a difficult week for the Cardiff Blues midfielder after his criticised Welsh squad call-up was followed by his likely …
Josh Raisey
26 Nov 2019, 11:13
Clive Woodward on how disrespected he felt when he applied to become France coach
The 2003 World Cup winner with England had even enrolled in a French-language school in London only to find that the process to re…
Liam Heagney
26 Nov 2019, 9:18
New Wales call-up Halaholo could be out of the game for quite some time
New Zealander Willis Halaholo was all set to link up with Wayne Pivac's Wales squad to face the Barbarians next weekend only for C…
Online Editors
26 Nov 2019, 5:45
'It is not something to be proud of and it's an area that we are constantly working on'
Fiji were crowned HSBC World Rugby Sevens champions last season but coach Gareth Baber had identified one unwanted reputation his …
Chris Jones
26 Nov 2019, 5:29
Wallabies youngster Jack Maddocks puts international ambitions on hold in pursuit of Olympic gold
Emerging Wallaby Jack Maddocks will put his test rugby career on hold as he chases Olympic glory with the Australian Sevens team.
Online Editors
25 Nov 2019, 20:29
England attack coach Scott Wisemantel departs as Wallabies job broadens on horizon
Eddie Jones has confirmed attack coach Scott Wisemantel has left the England set-up.
Online Editors
25 Nov 2019, 20:11
Ex-England international: Why nobody wants 'poisoned' All Blacks job
A former England and British and Irish Lions star has compared succeeding Steve Hansen at the All Blacks to Manchester United tryi…
Online Editors
25 Nov 2019, 16:49
RFU hire Alan Dickens as new England U20 head coach
The RFU have snapped up their second age-grade coaching hire of the month, confirming former Saints defence coach Alan Dickens as …
Alex Shaw
25 Nov 2019, 11:04
Tom Curry may just have found a true England rival in Ben Earl
Saracens back rower Ben Earl continues to flourish in the 2019/20 season and the loose forward is putting down serious England mar…
Alex Shaw
25 Nov 2019, 6:56
Eddie Jones entering tug-of-war over England attack guru
The man who masterminded England's attack at the Rugby World Cup is said to be the target of Dave Rennie and Rugby Australia.
Chris Jones
25 Nov 2019, 6:00
Sam Warburton omits two All Blacks greats in 'best international team he's faced' XV
Sam Warburton has snubbed two All Black greats in his 'best international team he's faced' XV.
Ian Cameron
25 Nov 2019, 4:26
SAHRC dismiss reports they do not have the evidence to charge Etzebeth
SAHRC have insisted that they have enough evidence to go to the Equality Court over accusations that Eben Etzebeth assaulted and r…
Alex Shaw
25 Nov 2019, 4:14
Out-of-favour Wallabies star Karmichael Hunt signs contract extension with Waratahs
Veteran back Karmichael Hunt has signed up for a second Super Rugby campaign with the NSW Waratahs and has designs on getting back…
Online Editors
24 Nov 2019, 23:16
'Shocked': Former Springbok admits 'unfortunate' doping issue in South African rugby
Former Springboks lock Marco Wentzel has sided with critics calling out South African rugby's "problematic" doping culture.
Online Editors
24 Nov 2019, 22:55
Matt Toomua 'dreams' of vacant Wallabies No. 10 jersey following departures of international veterans
Matt Toomua is putting his hand up to wear the Wallabies No.10 jersey in 2020 after the departures of a swag of veteran test playm…
Online Editors
24 Nov 2019, 21:56
Kearns spews damning indictment of Aussie rugby on NZ radio show
World Cup winner Phil Kearns has delivered a damning indictment of Australian rugby, claiming Dave Rennie, the new Wallaby coach, …
Chris Jones
24 Nov 2019, 14:14
Scotland Women suffer narrow defeat against Japan at Scotstoun
Megan Gaffney scored two tries as Scotland suffered a last-gasp 24-20 defeat to Japan at Scotstoun.
Online Editors
24 Nov 2019, 10:22
Rugby Australia issue statement following reports Foxtel could dump rugby union
Rugby Australia have issued a statement following reports Foxtel could dump them despite a two decade long relationship.
Ian Cameron
24 Nov 2019, 4:44
Here's new Ireland boss Andy Farrell's form XV after two rounds of Champions Cup
With just ten weeks left before his first Six Nations outing in charge, Joe Schmidt's successor had 72 Ireland eligible players st…
Liam Heagney
24 Nov 2019, 4:17
Richard Kahui has no regrets but 'it would be nice to play even just one more Test'
Calling time on an international career when you’ve still got plenty of rugby left in you is a tough decision to make, but it's …
Tom Vinicombe
23 Nov 2019, 22:43
'He will be relentless in his pursuit of excellence and expects all around him to be the same.'
New Wallaby coach Dave Rennie will be no pushover for the people who appointed the Kiwi, warns one of the men who knows him best.
Online Editors
23 Nov 2019, 16:36
Ian Foster's impressive coaching team that could secure him the All Blacks coaching role
As contenders for the All Blacks head coaching job dwindle by the day, attention will soon turn to not just those who remain, but …
Online Editors
23 Nov 2019, 15:58
Have the Irish finally stopped licking their bid wounds and identified a better strategy to host a World Cup?
After receiving just eight of the available 39 votes when bidding for the 2023 World Cup, the IRFU vowed never again but do commen…
Liam Heagney
23 Nov 2019, 7:09
Covert scouting, tit-for-tat raids and loopholes: the thorny world of Welsh talent ID
The term ‘Welsh qualified player’ has had loaded connotations in recent years but for all the nay-sayers, it can't be denied t…
Owain Jones
23 Nov 2019, 3:18
World Cup envy spurs Chris Ashton's desire for England recall
Sale winger Chris Ashton watched on with envy and a hint of regret as England went all the way to the final of the World Cup in Ja…
Online Editors
22 Nov 2019, 22:28
Bulls bought out by South African billionaire businessman in a highly-anticipated deal
South African billionaire mining magnate Patrice Motsepe has bought a controlling share in the Bulls in a move which could have si…
Online Editors
22 Nov 2019, 21:34
Team Foster vs Team Robertson: The coaching teams which could decide the next All Blacks boss
As contenders for the All Blacks head coaching job dwindle by the day, attention will soon turn to not just those who remain, but …
Online Editors
22 Nov 2019, 16:53
Dyantyi sends message as doping hearing looms
It has been months since samples provided by the up-and-coming South African talent produced positive results, but he has revealed…
Josh Raisey
22 Nov 2019, 8:04
Martyn Williams has become the fourth former Wales captain to join Wayne Pivac's staff
The latest Kiwi to take over as boss in Wales has done quite a job in surrounding himself with icons of the Welsh game on his staf…
Online Editors
22 Nov 2019, 5:36
Wallabies legend's plea to Australian rugby fans: Get behind Dave Rennie
One of Australia's greats has implored Australia's doubting fans to get behind the Wallabies new Kiwi coach, declaring Dave Rennie…
Online Editors
22 Nov 2019, 1:00
Tony Brown's rejection of All Blacks role solidifies future with Highlanders
The All Blacks' loss of Tony Brown as a potential coaching candidate has become the Highlanders' gain.
Online Editors
22 Nov 2019, 0:14
'I've never seen an athlete with those genetics': Schoolboy sprint star impresses New Zealand Rugby officials at national sevens trial
Schoolboy sprint star Edward Osei-Nketia has left New Zealand Rugby bosses in awe during his first venture into rugby sevens at th…
Alex McLeod
21 Nov 2019, 22:24
Why Dave Rennie expects the Wallabies to hit the ground running despite massive talent exodus
Like success-starved Australian fans, new Wallabies coach Dave Rennie is demanding excellence and immediate results when he takes …
Online Editors
21 Nov 2019, 18:00
Rumoured French tour to Japan should worry All Blacks and Wallabies fans but might spark good news for Pacific Islands
If rumours out of France are anything to go by, then New Zealand and Australia could be in for underwhelming Test schedules in 202…
Tom Vinicombe
21 Nov 2019, 16:32
The worldclass Springboks XV who fell between RWC wins
With the Springboks recent Rugby World Cup victory in Japan still fresh in the memory, spare a thought for those most unlucky of S…
Ian Cameron
21 Nov 2019, 14:27
'We have to get rid of the entire [Australian] board and start again'
A former leader in Australian media has demanded a complete cleanout of Rugby Australia, calling for Raelene Castle to follow the …
Online Editors
21 Nov 2019, 14:21
Italy hand Franco Smith top job, for now
Italy have announced former South Africa international Franco Smith as interim head coach for the 2020 Guinness Six Nations.
Online Editors
21 Nov 2019, 14:13
Public sentiment no longer behind Giteau's Law?
There are changes afoot in Australian rugby with new coach Dave Rennie arriving in 2020.
Josh Raisey
21 Nov 2019, 11:26
'In an England changing room, people don't talk about salaries. It's not a known thing'
Former England captain would be “shocked” if players prioritised the battle for Premiership survival over the international to…
Online Editors
21 Nov 2019, 10:45
Schmidt's surprise new reason for Devin Toner's RWC omission emerges, but does it make sense?
A surprising reason for Devin Toner's controversial Rugby World Cup omission has been revealed in Joe Schmidt's new autobiography.…
Ian Cameron
21 Nov 2019, 9:25
Former Scotland captain Tom Smith fighting cancer
The 48-year-old prop, who won 61 international caps and also represented the British and Irish Lions, is tackling his health battl…
Online Editors
21 Nov 2019, 4:11
Prospective All Blacks coaches aren't shunning New Zealand - they're just taking safer options
Warren Gatland, Dave Rennie, Jamie Joseph and, by extension, Tony Brown, have all ruled themselves out of becoming the next All Bl…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Nov 2019, 21:23
Dave Rennie: 'With the teams I coach, it's a high-skill, high-speed type of game'
He rejected the chance to coach the All Blacks and now Dave Rennie is hoping to win over sceptical Wallabies fans with "high-octan…
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 14:53
Australia to consider following South Africa's lead and allow more overseas-based players
In the midst of a self-confessed "rebuild phase", Rugby Australia will review its so-called "Giteau Law" after pledging to usher i…
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 14:45
UN law quoted after Kerevi's Fijian comments spark eligibility debate
The Wallabies player wasn't too happy that the comments he made about Fiji were allegedly taken out of context, but the freedom to…
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2019, 13:53
Has your club produced a Lion? If yes, then read this...
Leading kit manufacturer Canterbury have launched a splendid grassroots initiative after teaming up with rugby's most famed touris…
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 12:15
'Great coaches don't hang around waiting': Did Castle make a subtle Rennie dig at NZR?
Dave Rennie was thought to be among several candidates in contention for the vacant All Blacks coaching role, but by the time New …
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 10:41
Springboks reveal who they will face in their first matches since RWC triumph
Eight months will have passed by the time South Africa finally get back on the Test field after winning the World Cup in Japan in …
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 7:21
Coetzee targets 2021 Lions tour after frustration of RWC standby
It has been difficult for the Ulster forward to cope with the disappointment of missing a second successive World Cup, but setting…
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 7:00
Gavin Henson queries residency rules after two more Kiwis become 'Welsh'
It was a long time ago when the maverick ball player won his last Wales cap - August 2011 - but he is still not shy speaking up ab…
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2019, 6:35
'Not winning had a knock-on effect into the community - I dealt with some of that at 3am on a Sunday as a policeman'
Having had a previous career as a policeman in New Zealand, new Wales boss Wayne Pivac admits he is well aware of the impact a rug…
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 5:05
The South African sevens legend who is 'absolutely convinced' about becoming a Springbok
One of South Africa's greatest sevens players of the modern era is eyeing up a spot in the Springboks alongside the likes of Makaz…
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 23:01
New Zealand Rugby release statement on Dave Rennie's appointment as Wallabies coach
New Zealand Rugby have opened up about Dave Rennie's appointment as Wallabies head coach for the first time since the announcement…
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 22:08
Dave Rennie reveals why he opted for Wallabies over a chance with the All Blacks
Incoming Wallabies head coach Dave Rennie has spurned the chance to apply for the All Black role to take up a three-and-a-half yea…
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 21:33
Rugby Australia appoint Dave Rennie as next Wallabies' head coach
Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie has been appointed as Australia head coach on a three-and-a-half-year deal, the Wallabies …
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 18:04
20 top South African schoolboys raided by overseas clubs as World Rugby's five-year residency rule drives younger recruitment
World Rugby's change to international qualification by residency is already having an impact in South Africa with Afrikaans newspa…
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 17:58
Wayne Pivac on why he won't go along with expectations for Wales 'to be throwing the ball around willy-nilly'
After announcing the squad for his first match, the November 30 meeting with the Barbarians, the New Zealander outlined what his a…
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 11:46
Why Saracens players missing the Six Nations could be positive for England
The prospect of Saracens players skipping the Six Nations due to their Premiership relegation battle has caused concern, but it co…
Alex Shaw
19 Nov 2019, 9:30
New Wales coach Wayne Pivac names his first squad
Set to face a Barbarians team coached by his Wales predecessor Warren Gatland, the Kiwi has made his first move by including five …
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 6:35
Analysis: The one area of Rieko Ioane's game that needs fixing before he can become an international centre
Everyone is aware of what Rieko Ioane can do in attack when firing, but he needs to fully develop his game to not only become a ce…
Ben Smith
18 Nov 2019, 22:38
'I would hate to ever go through what we had to do in 2017': Warren Gatland's plea to the Premiership ahead of 2021 Lions tour
Warren Gatland doesn't want a repeat of what happened leading into the 2017 Lions tour of New Zealand.
Online Editors
18 Nov 2019, 20:26
'The tears kept rolling down my face': Eddie Jones opens up about Wallabies sacking and his greatest regret
Eddie Jones has revealed the moment in his career which left him tears - the day he was sacked as the Wallabies head coach.
Online Editors
18 Nov 2019, 19:32
Warren Gatland admits All Blacks coaching ambitions despite turning down current opportunity
Warren Gatland has not ruled out the prospect of coaching the All Blacks in future despite having ruled himself out of considerati…
Online Editors
18 Nov 2019, 19:12
Eddie Jones' fears for Saracens' England players
Eddie Jones fears Saracens' many England players could be negatively affected by the salary cap scandal that has left the club in …
Ian Cameron
18 Nov 2019, 11:59
Samu Kerevi addresses outrage at Fiji switch reports
Wallabies centre Samu Kerevi caused quite a stir recently with comments made at a function in Fiji about switching allegiances ahe…
Josh Raisey
18 Nov 2019, 10:38
'Unfortunately, recently, much of the focus of the media has been directed at myself' - Rugby Australia chairman falls on sword
Rugby Australia Chairman, Cameron Clyne has fallen on his sword, announcing that he will not stand for re-election at the completi…
Online Editors
18 Nov 2019, 5:07
This is how Aussie politicians have reacted to the latest 'reprehensible' Folau comments
Scott Morrison has blasted Israel Folau's "appallingly insensitive" comments, while Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese called the …
Online Editors
18 Nov 2019, 4:34
Down to two? Another contender drops out of All Blacks coaching race
The race to be named the next All Blacks coach has lost a major contender.
Online Editors
18 Nov 2019, 1:10
The next generation: The Super Rugby stars the All Blacks could replace their departing veterans with
It's going to be a big ask to replace Kieran Read, Ben Smith, Sonny Bill Williams, Ryan Crotty and Matt Todd, but we've provided s…
Alex McLeod
18 Nov 2019, 0:02
Former All Black Rene Ranger set for the United States as Major League Rugby's newest marquee signing
Former All Blacks utility back Rene Ranger is the latest ex-international star to head to the United States to play in the Major L…
Alex McLeod
17 Nov 2019, 19:50
Nigel Owens backs Guscott's populist law change proposal
Arguably rugby union top's referee - Nigel Owens - has backed a radical law change proposal put forward by former England centre t…
Ian Cameron
17 Nov 2019, 7:51
Folau makes shocking claim about bushfires that claimed six lives
Sacked rugby union star Israel Folau says the bushfires that have devastated the country and claimed six lives are God's way of pu…
Online Editors
17 Nov 2019, 6:18
Kerevi wants to ditch Wallabies and jump ship for 2023 RWC
Wallabies vice-captain Samu Kerevi says he wants to ditch Australia and line out for Fiji at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Ian Cameron
17 Nov 2019, 4:40
Eddie Jones suffers Twickenham defeat as Barbarians boss
England coach Eddie Jones’ spell at the helm of the Barbarians was an unsuccessful one as his team lost 33-31 to Fiji at Twicken…
Online Editors
16 Nov 2019, 14:57
Conor O'Shea bails out of Italian job with immediate effect
With Franco Smith contracted to take up a role in Italy in 2020, rumours had been swirling around the Irishman's position and he h…
Online Editors
16 Nov 2019, 12:33
Eddie Jones implies he lost 'vigorous selection debate' that cost England in RWC final
England head coach Eddie Jones has further elaborated on the week leading up to the Rugby World Cup final in Yokohama, suggesting …
Ian Cameron
16 Nov 2019, 11:40
Late Lydia Thompson try seals England victory over France
Lydia Thompson’s last-minute try saw England beat France 17-15 in Exeter on Saturday.
Online Editors
16 Nov 2019, 10:53
Gavin Henson says he'll take lie detector test over Gatland doping comments
Former Welsh playmaker Gavin Henson says he's prepared to take a lie detector test following Warren Gatland's comments about a pot…
Online Editors
16 Nov 2019, 7:07
'This guy is intimidating': Kieran Read reveals his toughest opponent
As he prepares for life away from the All Blacks, departing New Zealand skipper Kieran Read has opened up about the opponents he f…
Online Editors
15 Nov 2019, 23:36
Sonny Bill Williams could feature in Hollywood film following return to rugby league
The man who secured Sonny Bill Williams' return to rugby league claims Hollywood has been in touch with the Toronto Wolfpack.
Online Editors
15 Nov 2019, 19:48
Former Lions skipper Sam Warburton has landed a surprise new role
After a spell of TV punditry and writing his autobiography, the 2013 and 2017 Lions skipper has decided to take the plunge into co…
Online Editors
15 Nov 2019, 12:41
Kieran Read reveals the interaction with Richie McCaw that left him 's******* himself'
Outgoing All Blacks captain Kieran Read has opened up about one of his first interactions with Richie McCaw that left him 's******…
Online Editors
14 Nov 2019, 23:33
'Three-horse race': Leading contender ruled out as All Blacks coach
The battle for the next All Blacks head coach is down to only three contenders, according to a leading New Zealand rugby broadcast…
Online Editors
14 Nov 2019, 22:00
Warren Gatland's shock revelation: I suspected Wales player of doping
Warren Gatland has admitted he had suspicions that a Welsh player had been using performance enhancing drugs.
Online Editors
14 Nov 2019, 18:52
Clive Woodward left perplexed by Shaun Edwards' latest move
Twelve years after England previously missed out on the former Wasps coach, the 2003 World Cup-winning boss is bemused that France…
Josh Raisey
14 Nov 2019, 13:20
Sonny Bill Williams is unveiled by his new Canadian side... in London
Super League newcomers Toronto Wolfpack made sure they grabbed the media spotlight in England by unveiling the former All Black at…
Josh Raisey
14 Nov 2019, 12:14
The Gentleman's Code - Rugby Documentary
RugbyPass has the pleasure of promoting a documentary which follows the Latvian rugby club, Miesnieki, one of the oldest in the Ea…
Tom Parker
14 Nov 2019, 10:26
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