Mack Hansen banned for ref blast but free to play in Six Nations
The Connacht winger got himself in trouble last month for his post-game comments criticising the officials following a United Rugb…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2025, 5:35
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England change captaincy ahead of Rugby World Cup 2025
England Rugby have announced a leadership change that means Marlie Packer will no longer be captain of the Red Roses. Less than ei…
Imogen Ainsworth
09 Jan 2025, 5:06
High-flying Bok faces biggest test yet against Faf de Klerk
The ruthless mentality that Los Pumas legend Pablo Matera has brought to his career is going to put the heat on Saitama Panasonic …
Analysis
Matt McILraith
09 Jan 2025, 4:33
Lewis Ludlam: 'You make your decisions and you live by them'
For sure, life is certainly different these past few months for the 29-year-old who quit the Gallagher Premiership for a three-yea…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2025, 3:55
The top five Test matches in 2025
International rugby tossed up many blockbusters in the packed 2024 calendar and with 2025 just around the corner, here’s the top…
Opinion
Henry Lee
08 Jan 2025, 22:57
Former Springboks Coach explains why Rassie Erasmus is such an 'Extraordinary Coach'
Former Springboks head coach Nick Mallett has explained why he thinks current head coach Rassie Erasmus has become so successful i…
Henry Lee
08 Jan 2025, 21:26
Blow for La Rochelle as Tolu Latu cops ban ahead of Leinster match
The 31-year-old was cited by officials in France following a 50th minute yellow card in last Sunday’s Top 14 win over Toulouse.
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2025, 12:39
Boost for Owen Farrell just days after he was labelled Top 14 flop
Midi Olympique, the biweekly rugby newspaper, listed the former England skipper at No1 when explaining its top 10 of underwhelming…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2025, 11:42
Connacht duo sign new contracts
Ireland Sevens international Shane Jennings has signed a new contract with Connacht alongside back-row Sean Jansen.
Josh Raisey
08 Jan 2025, 11:37
The Stuart Lancaster verdict on Camille Chat's sudden Racing exit
The long-serving hooker fell foul of the club last month when he allegedly turned up drunk at their training centre a few days aft…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2025, 11:15
Italy delivered Louis Lynagh injury hammer blow ahead of Six Nations
Benetton have revealed that Italy winger Louis Lynagh has undergone surgery on a knee injury he suffered in his side's recent vict…
Josh Raisey
08 Jan 2025, 9:52
Premiership Rugby buoyed by bumper Xmas crowds and TV figures
The Gallagher Premiership enjoyed a record-breaking festive period with six sold-out fixtures and more people watching on TV at ho…
Jon Newcombe
08 Jan 2025, 9:16
Sam Davies pens new Pro D2 deal despite English and Welsh interest
Former Wales fly-half Sam Davies has extended his stay with Pro D2 leaders Grenoble despite attracting interest from both the Gall…
Josh Raisey
08 Jan 2025, 9:15
Should Tom Willis start for England in the Six Nations?
The Saracens number eight has been in irrepressible domestic form, but does he suit Steve Borthwick's game plan?
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
08 Jan 2025, 9:11
Exeter explain England reason why Feyi-Waboso op has been delayed
England’s opening Guinness Six Nations game is against Ireland on February 1 and the 22-year-old would miss the entire tournamen…
PA
08 Jan 2025, 8:51
Ex-Springbok coach Gary Gold on the 'hurt' of losing his job at Bath
Plenty of water has flowed under Pulteney Bridge in Bath since Gary Gold dramatically left his position as director of rugby in De…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
08 Jan 2025, 7:27
Theo Dan update included in Saracens' eight-player injury bulletin
This Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup trip to Munster is his club’s final fixture before Steve Borthwick’s January 14 annou…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2025, 7:01
Ioan Lloyd reportedly set to switch Welsh regions
Scarlets fly-half Ioan Lloyd is poised to join Welsh rivals Cardiff, WalesOnline have reported.
Josh Raisey
08 Jan 2025, 6:21
Sam Simmonds' Montpellier replacement a blow for Wallabies – report
With Simmonds set to join Lyon for the 2025/26 Top 14, the 2022 champions have been searching for a successor for the player they …
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2025, 5:38
Camille Chat breaks silence on his immediate effect Racing 92 exit
The former France hooker allegedly turned up drunk at the club’s training centre last month on the Monday after he had started a…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2025, 5:02
Fit-again Scotland duo set for late charge for Six Nations squad
Edinburgh hope Argentina star Emiliano Boffelli can still play a major role in their bid for a URC play-off place and the knockout…
Bryn Palmer
08 Jan 2025, 4:34
One breakout player from each NZ Super Rugby Pacific team for 2025
In 2024, Super Rugby fans were treated to many breakthrough players from the New Zealand franchises. We saw Chiefs loose forward W…
Opinion
Henry Lee
07 Jan 2025, 23:33
Ex-England flyhalf says All Blacks scared of playing Springboks at Eden Park
Former England flyhalf Andy Goode has suggested that the All Blacks have deliberately avoided playing the Springboks at Eden Park …
Ben Smith
07 Jan 2025, 19:35
Saracens fly-half Fergus Burke in line for Scotland call up
Senior sources have confirmed that Burke is a serious consideration for the upcoming Scotland squad being named early next week fo…
Henry Lee
07 Jan 2025, 19:26
Stormers defence coach gives important injury update
The Stormers host the Sale Sharks on Saturday, in a Champions Cup Round Three match.
Henry Lee
07 Jan 2025, 17:20
Racing 92 confirm the immediate effect exit of Camille Chat
Last capped in the 2021 Six Nations, the 29-year-old hooker has been released by the Parisians even though they still have a dozen…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 14:30
Two Exeter Chiefs players booked in for surgery after ACL injuries
Winger Olly Woodburn and tighthead Ehren Painter are the latest players to be sidelined with long-term issues, while discussions o…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 14:01
Teddy Iribaren has left La Rochelle with immediate effect
The veteran No9 had made just four Top 14 appearances this season, his last coming as a starter in the late November loss to Vanne…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 12:35
What rookie Tom Lynagh makes of getting 'targeted quite a lot'
The son of the legendary Michael Lynagh has four Test caps to his credit but missed out on the recent Autumn Nations Series.
AAP
07 Jan 2025, 12:02
Six players Rassie Erasmus must hand Springbok debuts to in 2025
If fielding 51 South Africa players in 2024, including 12 debutants, was not already staggering enough, there are plenty more play…
Josh Raisey
07 Jan 2025, 11:43
Leinster issue latest update on the fitness of Tadhg Furlong
The Ireland tighthead, who missed his country’s entire four-match Autumn Nations Series, has featured just twice this season for…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 11:36
Money not everything in Toulouse ‘paradise’ as rivals try to rein in champions
Rivals may be envious of Toulouse's budget but the French and European champions' success is not just about money.
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
07 Jan 2025, 10:43
Wales prop Leon Brown announces immediate retirement aged 28
Wales and Dragons tighthead prop Leon Brown has announced his immediate retirement from professional rugby after undergoing three …
Josh Raisey
07 Jan 2025, 9:02
Connacht confirm Mark Sexton exit, two player contract extensions
The Irish province didn’t say what offer the attack coach has accepted, but it is believed he will link up with Ulster where Ric…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 8:44
'Best forward in the country': Dallaglio calls for new England captain
Tom Willis should not only start for England in their Six Nations opener against Ireland but captain the team.
Exclusive
Neil Squires
07 Jan 2025, 8:38
Danny Care explains why he has signed for a 20th Harlequins season
The 38-year-old, who joined the Gallagher Premiership club from Leeds in 2006, retired from international rugby in March last year…
PA
07 Jan 2025, 8:32
Italy's Six Nations plans dealt blow as Mirco Spagnolo cops ban
Italy and Benetton loosehead prop Mirco Spagnolo will miss the opening two rounds of the Guinness Six Nations after receiving a fi…
Josh Raisey
07 Jan 2025, 7:21
Gloucester respond to complaints over Russian flag
Gloucester Rugby have removed international flags from capped players' shirts moving forward following complaints from their fans …
Exclusive
Jon Newcombe
07 Jan 2025, 7:06
England wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso ruled out for entire Six Nations
Feyi-Waboso is to undergo surgery on the joint damaged against Sale on December 21 that will rule him out for around three months,…
PA
07 Jan 2025, 6:15
Confirmed: Charles Ollivon will miss the entire Six Nations for France
The Toulon skipper lasted just minutes of his team’s league win over Racing 92 and fears that his season was prematurely over ha…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 6:05
'My Grandma could squat more': Ex-England S&C coach names the most 'rugby strong' star
Having been part of the England set-up for a decade, former strength and conditioning coordinator Tom Tombleson worked with a huge…
Josh Raisey
07 Jan 2025, 5:57
Ex-England prop Perry Freshwater lines up new Top 14 role – report
L’Equipe have reported that scrum coach Freshwater, the ex-Leicester front-rower who won the 2009 Top 14 with Perpignan as a pla…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 5:12
Exeter cut pre-tax losses by £4million
Exeter Rugby Group PLC are in a much healthier financial position than they were 12 months but the good news comes with some cavea…
Jon Newcombe
07 Jan 2025, 5:09
Jeremy Davidson steps away from Castres head coach role
Irishman Davidson had been told earlier this season that his contract would not be renewed at the end of the 2024/25 campaign.
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 4:43
'I just want to play' New Cardiff winger excited by latest journey
With Cardiff’s outside backs stocks taking a hit of late, they have brought in former rugby league convert Regan Grace from Bath…
Henry Lee
06 Jan 2025, 18:41
Watch: Crusades young halfback speeds to rapid Bronco time
The Super Rugby Pacific season doesn't get underway until February, but January is always an interesting time to see who comes bac…
Henry Lee
06 Jan 2025, 18:10
Can Leicester Fainga'anuku play centre for the All Blacks?
Having undergone a French makeover at Toulon, the powerhouse back could be the ideal candidate at outside centre.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
06 Jan 2025, 17:33
Mixed fortunes to start the year for Kiwi coaches in Japan
Former Wallabies' coach Dave Rennie has watched his Kobe Steelers side fall to their second defeat in three matches to open the Ja…
AAP
06 Jan 2025, 15:32
England U20 add another fixture ahead of Six Nations title defence
England U20 will take on Bath United at the Rec on Friday January 17, less than two weeks before they get their Six Nations title …
Josh Raisey
06 Jan 2025, 11:12
Mahonri Schwalger quits as head coach of Samoa with immediate effect
Samoa have announced that Mahonri Schwalger has stood down as head coach with immediate effect.
Josh Raisey
06 Jan 2025, 9:47
Ilona Maher: 'People call me a superstar of rugby... We can’t just have one'
Ilona Maher hopes she can inspire and elevate more players to superstar status in women’s rugby.
PA
06 Jan 2025, 8:22
Ollie Lawrence apologises for incident with England teammate
Ollie Lawrence has apologised for his role in an incident that led to his England team-mate Alex Mitchell being sin binned in Bath…
PA
06 Jan 2025, 8:11
Tom O'Toole out of start of Six Nations as red card results in ban
Ireland will be without tighthead prop Tom O'Toole for their Guinness Six Nations opener against England next month after he was h…
Josh Raisey
06 Jan 2025, 7:14
Paul Gustard recruits club great to help ailing Stade Francais
Former Stade Francais hooker Mathieu Blin has joined the club he spent more than a decade with as a consultant in what is proving …
Josh Raisey
06 Jan 2025, 4:58
How the four-team format will help the Wallabies defeat the Lions
Concentrating talent across a quartet of franchises could bolster Australian rugby from the ground up.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
06 Jan 2025, 4:49
Joel Merkler: Meet the colossal Spaniard playing with Antoine Dupont's Toulouse
You may not know him, but the mighty prop has become a mainstay in Ugo Mola's all-conquering team of Galacticos.
LONG READ
Francisco Isaac
06 Jan 2025, 4:43
'Hugely revitalising': Former All Black excited by Jordie Barrett's Leinster stint
The 27-year-old has enjoyed some early success in his first few appearances for the province, scoring on debut against Bristol.
Henry Lee
05 Jan 2025, 21:31
Toshiba Brave Lupus move to second on Japan League One table
The Brave Lupus was helped by a red card in the 59th minute from reserve Kobe Steelers prop Kauvaka Kaivelata, which gave the Todd…
Henry Lee
05 Jan 2025, 21:30
Regan Grace makes immediate switch to Cardiff ahead of Six Nations
Bath winger Regan Grace makes an immediate switch to URC side Cardiff ahead of the Guinness Six Nations.
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2025, 18:23
Johann van Graan hails ‘phenomenal game’ with Northampton despite Bath’s loss
Johann van Graan believed Bath’s enthralling game with Northampton was a great advert for the Gallagher Premiership as the leagu…
PA
05 Jan 2025, 16:13
Fin Smith sends England message as Northampton edge Bath
Fin Smith knocked over a last-minute penalty as Northampton beat league leaders Bath 35-34 in a pulsating game of nine tries.
PA
05 Jan 2025, 12:52
Bath player ratings vs Northampton Saints | Gallagher Premiership
Bath player ratings: Bath’s heart-stopping clash with Northampton ended in a narrow 35-34 defeat at Franklin’s Gardens.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
05 Jan 2025, 12:45
'Nervous' Ilona Maher reacts to Bristol debut, difference playing 15s
The social media sensation played her part in attracting a record crowd to Ashton Gate.
PA
05 Jan 2025, 12:26
Exeter Chiefs face crisis as duo in same position head to door
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter faces a problem with at least two of his three front-line hookers looking set to leave Sandy Park wh…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2025, 10:52
Ilona Maher makes low-key debut in Bristol Bears defeat
Ilona Maher’s eagerly anticipated debut for Bristol Bears failed to deliver the impact many had hoped for, as the team fell to a…
Ian Cameron
05 Jan 2025, 9:54
England star withdrawn late by Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints have announced a late change to their matchday squad ahead of their Gallagher Premiership Round 10 clash with B…
Ian Cameron
05 Jan 2025, 9:07
Steve Hansen endures worst start to a season despite All Blacks SOS
Despite bringing long-time coaching partner Ian Foster in to assist, Steve Hansen has endured his worst start to a season from six…
Matt McILraith
05 Jan 2025, 7:19
'It’s over to Steve' - Coaches agreed on 'quality' England prospect
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall believes Tom Willis’ England debut is only a matter of time after the number eight spearh…
PA
05 Jan 2025, 5:32
Watch: Aaron Smith scores superb solo try in high scoring Japan League One draw
Former All Black halfback Aaron Smith has once again shown his class with the ball in hand as he scored a fantastic solo try in To…
Henry Lee
05 Jan 2025, 2:17
Malo Tuitama scores hat trick in high scoring day of Japan League One matches
Japan winger Malo Tuitama has led his Shizuoka Blue Revs to a 40-34 victory over the Mitsubishi Sagamihara Dynaboars at the Prince…
Henry Lee
04 Jan 2025, 21:08
Watch: Billy Harmon scores powerful try in Canon Eagles win over D-Rocks
The 30-year-old crossed the line in the 78th minute, to end a positive performance for the Canon Eagles who ran in six tries to th…
Henry Lee
04 Jan 2025, 17:27
Tom Willis makes England statement as Saracens beat Bristol
Tom Willis surged over for two tries to give England boss Steve Borthwick another compelling reminder that his Test debut is overd…
PA
04 Jan 2025, 14:52
Gloucester issue Gareth Anscombe injury update, laud Tomos Williams
Williams scored one of Gloucester’s five tries and was a threat throughout the game to a Sale defence that prevented Bristol fro…
PA
04 Jan 2025, 13:50
Rob Baxter left fuming by key decision as Exeter lose at Leicester
After trailing 3-14 at the interval, the Chiefs dominated the first 25 minutes of the second half to lead 15-14 before a contentio…
PA
04 Jan 2025, 13:37
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs | Gallagher Premiership
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Tigers secured a hard-fought 28-15 bonus-point victory over Exeter Chiefs at Welford Road in a ga…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
04 Jan 2025, 12:57
Leicester bag struggle session Gallagher Premiership win over Exeter
Leicester battled to a much-needed yet unconvincing 28-15 win over struggling Exeter in a dour contest.
PA
04 Jan 2025, 12:48
Gloucester emphatically end Sale's recent Premiership resurgence
Llewellyn struck in each half, with Gloucester securing a five-point maximum to keep themselves in play-off contention.
PA
04 Jan 2025, 12:39
Five Springbok rookies who could be blooded in 2025
Following 12 debutants during the 2024 season, Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus could use the 2025 incoming series Tests agains…
Analysis
Rugby365
04 Jan 2025, 10:03
Ronan O'Gara weighs in on Jack Crowley selection controversy
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O’Gara believes Jack Crowley might actually benefit from missing Munster’s recent United Rugby Ch…
Ian Cameron
04 Jan 2025, 7:18
Ranked: The biggest stadiums in the Top 14
Faced with an ever-increasing demand for tickets, Stade Toulousain seems to be forced to expand Ernest-Wallon, as reported by …
Idriss Chaplain
04 Jan 2025, 5:28
'Abyss of dismay': Owen Farrell branded a Top 14 transfer flop
The 33-year-old quit Saracens to take up a two-year deal at Racing 92, but the first part of his Parisian stay hasn’t resulted i…
Liam Heagney
04 Jan 2025, 5:10
Harlequins chuffed as 'real weapon' makes difference at Newcastle
A ruthless final 10 minutes saw Jack Walker, Oscar Beard and Sam Riley all cross for Quins to cruise to victory, ending a three-ga…
PA
04 Jan 2025, 4:21
Harlequins win at Newcastle with three tries in final 10 minutes
James Chisholm’s converted try handed Quins an early lead and the game evolved into a tight contest, which saw Adam Radwan level…
PA
03 Jan 2025, 17:33
Toby Knight banned despite Saracens claiming red was a yellow card
The soon-to-be 22-year-old was given his marching orders by referee Karl Dickson just 14 minutes into the Londoners’ Gallagher P…
Liam Heagney
03 Jan 2025, 11:53
27 uncapped players in England U20s squad of 32, new coach added
The defending age-grade Six Nations and World Rugby Championship holders have retained the still-underage Josh Bellamy, Jack Brack…
Liam Heagney
03 Jan 2025, 10:56
Ollie Lawrence drops big hint over Bath future
England international Ollie Lawrence has hinted that Bath fans will see him wearing blue, black and white beyond the end of this s…
Jon Newcombe
03 Jan 2025, 9:57
2025: What to look out for in huge year for women's game
2025 is set to be a banner year for women’s rugby, with a World Cup on the horizon that’s set to break all manner of records. …
Matt Merritt
03 Jan 2025, 8:35
All 10 team selections for Gallagher Premiership round 10
Last week’s post-Christmas block of fixtures took us beyond the halfway point in this season’s Gallagher Premiership and a num…
Liam Heagney
03 Jan 2025, 8:09
Rare full-back start for Orlando Bailey as Bath change five
Academy graduate Orlando Bailey has been handed his first start at full-back for Bath in almost two years in a starting XV showing…
Jon Newcombe
03 Jan 2025, 7:17
Social media sensation Ilona Maher set for Bristol Bears debut
The American back has more than eight million followers combined on Instagram and TikTok.
PA
03 Jan 2025, 7:07
Banned ex-Springbok Elton Jantjies breaks his silence
It was January 2024 when the 46-cap South African international was suspended following the positive June 2023 test for Clenbutero…
Liam Heagney
03 Jan 2025, 6:21
England referee gets 'South Africa vs France' Champions Cup clash
With the respective 2024 Challenge Cup and Champions Cup champions facing off in Durban on January 11 with XVs likely to feature n…
Liam Heagney
03 Jan 2025, 5:31
Three Springboks, three All Blacks named in L’Equipe's Best XV 2024
Voted by fans of the French daily sports newspaper, the XV also has three Irish players along with a six-strong France representat…
Liam Heagney
03 Jan 2025, 4:56
George Skivington: 'I'm a different coach to two years ago'
As he approaches his 100th Premiership game in charge of Gloucester, George Skivington admits he is a very different coach now com…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
03 Jan 2025, 4:03
The motivation that convinced Nick Timoney to sign new Ulster deal
The 29-year-old back-rower generated interest abroad in his services for the 2025/26 season but has instead decided his future is …
Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2025, 13:29
Warren Gatland's Wales to move on Prem scrum coach
Saints announced on Thursday afternoon that long-serving Ferguson, who didn't sign a contract extension last year, would be leavin…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
02 Jan 2025, 12:44
Northampton explain why they are releasing assistant Matt Ferguson
The former England women’s assistant helped the Saints to win the league title last June under Phil Dowson but he will now depar…
Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2025, 11:30
Bristol statement: £5.5million loss confirmed in 2023/24 report
Currently in second place in the Gallagher Premiership heading into Saturday’s round 10 trip to Saracens, Pat Lam’s Bears have…
Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2025, 11:08
Teddy Thomas banned for glamour games against Toulouse, Leinster
The Toulouse-bound back was yellow carded in his team’s December 21 Top 14 win over Clermont, but his foul play on Theo Giral re…
Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2025, 8:49
Two England U20 World Cup winners poised for Premiership debuts
Ben Waghorn was a starter in the World Rugby U20 Championship final last July in Cape Town with Lucas Friday appearing off the ben…
Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2025, 7:51
The scrumhalf showdown that has Sale and Raffi Quirke 'so excited'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson is challenging his players to deliver another stunning West Country victory at Gloucester to prove their …
Chris Jones
02 Jan 2025, 7:16
Rugby Premier League: India to launch professional Sevens comp
GMR Sports has signed a landmark 10-year strategic partnership with Rugby India, the national governing body for rugby, to launch …
Chris Jones
02 Jan 2025, 6:23
Brodie Retallick becomes unlikely secret weapon in Japan
All Black Brodie Retallick might not be recognised for his try-scoring habits, but the Kobelco Kobe Steelers skipper looms as one …
Matt McILraith
02 Jan 2025, 6:00
Six Nations headache for France as Gael Fickou undergoes operation
The outside centre, a starter in the recent Autumn Nations Series wins over New Zealand and Argentina, was injured on club duty wi…
Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2025, 5:09
Saracens confirm mid-season exit for Tom Parton
Saracens confirmed that Tom Parton has left the club to pursue an opportunity in Japan.
Rugby365
02 Jan 2025, 4:56
Blair Murray shines on return as Scarlets claim bonus-point win over Dragons
Blair Murray marked his return with a brace of tries as Scarlets secured a 32-15 bonus-point win over Dragons in Llanelli in the U…
PA
02 Jan 2025, 4:33
Ospreys overcome a first-half red card to grab URC draw at Cardiff
Despite the red card, the visitors continued to be the better side with Cardiff having to survive sustained late pressure in order…
PA
02 Jan 2025, 4:31
Springboks dominate my team of 2024 – Andy Goode
It’s been a year of transition for a lot of teams, as is often the case in the 12 months after a World Cup, which means new star…
Opinion
Andy Goode
02 Jan 2025, 4:25
‘I’m coming for you’: Byron McGuigan’s Mancunian malevolence
Sale's new defence guru shot to prominence after a stunning shut-out of the Premiership's hotshot Bristol Bears.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
02 Jan 2025, 4:14
Ben Earl admits to the time his celebrations became 'too much'
Ben Earl has made it quite clear that he is not going to stop with his renowned in-match celebrations.
Josh Raisey
01 Jan 2025, 7:00
The future of rugby: Sale and Leinster mount the case for the defence
After the Black Ferns and Bristol Bears set the tactical tone, the English and Irish juggernauts offer a bruising rebuttal.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
01 Jan 2025, 4:36
Women’s RWC 2025 will be ‘younger, more inclusive, more vibrant’
World Rugby claimed Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 is “the story that we don’t want to stop talking about” as organisers rev…
Martyn Thomas
31 Dec 2024, 19:01
Players to watch in Super Rugby Aupiki 2025
Super Rugby Aupiki always throws up a bundle of new names to watch, including more flankers and speed merchants. In 2025 there mus…
Opinion
Adam Julian
31 Dec 2024, 14:00
‘Trailblazer’ Ilona Maher showing the way, says World Rugby chief
The United States Olympic sevens star is on a short-term deal at Bristol ahead of this summer’s World Cup.
PA
31 Dec 2024, 13:14
Brett Robinson looks forward to 'monumental' year in 2025
World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson lays out his vision in an open letter as the sport braces itself for "a game-changing year" on so…
Jon Newcombe
31 Dec 2024, 11:30
2024 was an annus horribilis for Wales, so can 2025 provide an upturn?
Wales will hope the drama of 2024 is left behind and sunnier climes lay ahead for the game in the Principality
LONG READ
Mark Orders
31 Dec 2024, 11:25
The Fergus Burke test and rugby's free market
Eligible for New Zealand, England and Scotland, the new Saracens playmaker may have a big decision ahead.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
31 Dec 2024, 9:36
Alex Sanderson: 'It continues to fuel me and anger me'
Alex Sanderson says Sale Sharks are being fuelled by a “super-computer” dismissing them as Gallagher Premiership play-off cont…
PA
31 Dec 2024, 6:57
Bristol confirm Harry Byrne signing
Ireland international fly half Harry Byrne will join Bristol Bears on a three-month loan deal from Leinster as injury cover for AJ…
Jon Newcombe
31 Dec 2024, 4:59
Sam Burgess' admission of guilt over rugby union experience
Ten years have passed since Sam Burgess made his rugby union debut for Bath yet debate over whether his cross-code move was a hit …
Jon Newcombe
31 Dec 2024, 4:00
USA ‘will be a team who could beat England’ by World Cup 2025
USA captain Kate Zackary is confident the Women’s Eagles can cause an upset when Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 kicks off in Sun…
Interview
Martyn Thomas
30 Dec 2024, 7:00
Close to perfection: Johann van Graan's favourite game
For anyone associated with Bath Rugby, Christmas presents don't get much better than Saturday's 68-10 demolition of Saracens.
Jon Newcombe
30 Dec 2024, 6:12
Forgotten All Black produces man of the match display in Japan division two
Former All Black and now Samoan international flyhalf Lima Sopoaga has produced a man of the match display in Japan's division two…
Ben Smith
29 Dec 2024, 18:45
Gaston Mieres: 'Rugby has been an addiction - a good one'
The Uruguay hero reflects on 14 years in the blue of Los Teros as he brings down the curtain on his Test career.
LONG READ
Francisco Isaac
29 Dec 2024, 18:01
Bizarre setback fuels Dave Cherry’s fight to reclaim jersey
Edinburgh hooker Dave Cherry insists he has not given up hope of a possible Scotland recall despite not featuring for the national…
Bryn Palmer
29 Dec 2024, 17:00
Former Wallabies teammates off to rocky start in Japan
Multi-code international Israel Folau, and his former fellow Wallaby and current club teammate Samu Kerevi, are enduring a difficu…
AAP
29 Dec 2024, 15:18
'Don’t tell my wife!' – Slade’s cheeky take on Exeter’s big win
Henry Slade described Exeter’s first Gallagher Premiership victory of the season as “better than sex” after the Chiefs beat …
PA
29 Dec 2024, 14:12
Exeter’s late heroics sink Gloucester to end winless run
Exeter claimed a first Gallagher Premiership victory of the season at the ninth attempt as they edged out west-country rivals Glou…
PA
29 Dec 2024, 12:56
Coach finds surprising silver lining in Glasgow’s Murrayfield loss
Franco Smith has challenged Glasgow to use Saturday’s defeat by Edinburgh as fuel for another strong finish to the season.
PA
29 Dec 2024, 11:11
Tomos Williams' Lions claims endorsed by Gloucester boss
Gloucester Director of Rugby George Skivington has backed Tomos Williams to be on the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour to Austral…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
29 Dec 2024, 3:00
TJ Perenara's Black Rams Tokyo pull off big scalp in day of League One upsets
TJ Perenara's new Japanese club Black Rams Tokyo took a big scalp by defeating Tokyo Sungoliath by 33-32 in the second round of Ja…
Ben Smith
28 Dec 2024, 20:26
Ulster end losing run by beating Connacht
Ulster ended a five-match losing run in all competitions with a dogged 17-7 United Rugby Championship win at Connacht.
PA
28 Dec 2024, 16:58
Harlequins Women set fourth attendance World Record in Twickenham
Harlequins set a new world record for a crowd at a women’s club rugby match during their Big Game 16 matchup with Leicester Tige…
Imogen Ainsworth
28 Dec 2024, 16:30
Leicester leave it late to maintain remarkable 'Big Game' record
Dan Cole’s converted try snatched a dramatic last-gasp draw for Leicester as they fought back to hold Harlequins to a 34-34 Gall…
PA
28 Dec 2024, 15:26
'Nine hours' - Newcastle Falcons 'unable to cope'
Director of rugby Phil Dowson urged Northampton to display the sort of form they showed in their 61-0 thumping of Newcastle more o…
PA
28 Dec 2024, 13:45
Stormers sink Sharks with late Jean-Luc du Plessis try
.Jean-Luc du Plessis’ 78th-minute try lifted Stormers to a hard-fought 24-20 victory over Sharks in the United Rugby Championshi…
PA
28 Dec 2024, 13:42
Trevor Davison bags brace as Northampton thump former club Newcastle
Trevor Davison scored two tries against his former club as Northampton returned to form in the Gallagher Premiership with a 61-0 t…
PA
28 Dec 2024, 12:19
Edinburgh edge Glasgow but Warriors have last laugh
Edinburgh defeated Glasgow 10-7 in a Murrayfield dogfight but were unable to stop Franco Smith’s side claiming the 1872 Cup for …
PA
28 Dec 2024, 12:19
'Ugly and horrible': Mark McCall reacts to humbling Saracens' loss
Mark McCall believes it is all about how Saracens respond after the six-time champions suffered a record Gallagher Premiership def…
PA
28 Dec 2024, 11:53
Rampant Bath blow away 14-man Saracens
Bath will take a five-point lead at the top of the Gallagher Premiership into 2025 after blowing Saracens away at a raucous Recrea…
Jon Newcombe
28 Dec 2024, 10:11
Leicester Tigers’ Claire Gallagher: 'Canada changed my career plan'
Leicester Tigers’ Claire Gallagher credits playing international rugby with changing the course of her career. Before winning he…
Interview
Joe Harvey
28 Dec 2024, 8:37
Shamus Hurley-Langton: 'When your club has three All Blacks, no-one cares much about me!'
The Connacht flanker is settled far from his native New Zealand as he enters the make-or-break part of his Irish stay.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
28 Dec 2024, 6:48
POTM Ben Curry peeved at post-match question
Moments after the final whistle had blown on one of Sale Sharks' best-ever away wins in the Gallagher Premiership, Ben Curry calle…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
28 Dec 2024, 4:28
Sale Sharks offer Bristol season's beatings as Bears sleighed at home
Sale stopped free-scoring Bristol in their tracks as they moved into the Gallagher Premiership play-off places with a stunning 38-…
PA
27 Dec 2024, 17:04
Leinster batter Munster at Thomond Park to remain undefeated
Leinster claimed the festive derby spoils at a sold-out Thomond Park, winning 28-7 to hand Munster only their second home BKT Unit…
PA
27 Dec 2024, 16:52
The Scotland sub-plot to this weekend's 1872 Cup decider
Franco Smith has challenged Glasgow to claim the 1872 Cup in style and ensure there is no repeat of last year’s bitter-sweet tri…
PA
27 Dec 2024, 16:43
Munster player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Munster were overwhelmed by a ferocious Leinster defensive performance in a 28 - 7 loss.
Opinion
Philip Bendon
27 Dec 2024, 16:32
Leinster player ratings vs Munster | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leinster weathered a spirited Munster performance to claim a hard-fought bonus point victory in a game ma…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
27 Dec 2024, 16:27
Jamal Ford-Robinson: 'In the gym we’re not lifting as frequently'
Kingsholm was preparing to throw open its gates to welcome fans to an opening training session when there was a sudden commotion i…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
27 Dec 2024, 11:00
Ehren Painter: ‘I’ve had some PBs. Do they humble you? Absolutely’
For a man of that size, you imagine every pre-season is a tortuous existence but it sounds like the recent months preparing with t…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
27 Dec 2024, 9:00
Jonny Wilkinson: 'From the very beginning, I was driven by huge fear'
It’s 10 years ago this very weekend when he last laced up, guiding Toulon with aplomb around the Stade de France to see off Cast…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
27 Dec 2024, 7:00
Levan Maisashvili: 'Everyone was joking, you still like South Africa!'
Following a month-long coma and weeks of rehabilitation at a Johannesburg hospital after he woke, he beat the odds and was delight…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
27 Dec 2024, 5:00
Former Wales lock Geoff Wheel dies aged 73 after MND battle
Former Wales forward Geoff Wheel has died at the age of 73, his former club Swansea have announced.
PA
27 Dec 2024, 4:41
Cardiff extend winning run over Dragons to 19 with narrow victory
Cardiff’s impressive winning run over Dragons was extended to 19 games as they won a hard-fought URC derby 24-22 at Rodney Parad…
PA
27 Dec 2024, 4:36
Isaiah Mapusua's journey from Otago to the Brave Blossoms
New Zealand exports can be found across the rugby world, but among the many pathways to international success is perhaps a road le…
Interview
Ned Lester
26 Dec 2024, 22:41
South African born Scotland international inks new deal
Edinburgh won’t be getting rid of South African born prop Pierre Schoeman anytime soon, with the Scotland international signing …
Henry Lee
26 Dec 2024, 16:14
Leinster and Munster gain valuable experience back for URC derby
Ahead of the highly anticipated URC matchup between Leinster and Munster, both teams have welcomed back multiple players to their …
Henry Lee
26 Dec 2024, 15:24
USA building 'depth and pressure' under Sione Fukofuka
Following a promising first year in charge, Sione Fukofuka knows his USA team must keep improving on the road to Women's Rugby Wor…
Interview
Joe Harvey
26 Dec 2024, 13:00
Jack Nowell: 'You can’t fault what I’m doing at the moment'
Ile de Re is an Atlantic coast island connected to the French mainland via a 2.9km toll bridge and the Nowells are well settled ju…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
26 Dec 2024, 11:00
Rob Baxter: 'There's a few good years left in me yet hopefully'
It would be understandable if the prospect of a 16th consecutive season as the Devon club’s director of rugby is wearying on the…
Interview
Liam Heagney
26 Dec 2024, 9:00
Matt Ferguson: 'A player said I was a disgrace, let the school down'
The unsung assistant coach had just spent 40 minutes the other day with RugbyPass discussing the captivating resurgence of Northam…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
26 Dec 2024, 7:00
'Complete player' Fin Smith labelled best 10 in England by Springboks
Former South Africa head coach Nick Mallett has described Northampton Saints fly-half as the "complete player", with former Spring…
Josh Raisey
26 Dec 2024, 6:00
Alex McHenry: 'It was shocking, lives turned upside down'
Harry Viljoen’s squad were brutally told that the business had gone into liquidation, that they no longer had jobs and that the …
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
26 Dec 2024, 5:00
Every country in the world where you can be paid to play rugby
The men’s Rugby World Cup expansion has pushed developing nations to pursue a semi-professionalisation of their club competition…
Francisco Isaac
26 Dec 2024, 4:00
Asher Opoku-Fordjour: 'You want to be the one that dominates'
Marler is not alone in liking the look of Asher Opoku-Fordjour. Alex Sanderson, the youngster’s boss at the Sharks, is constantl…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
25 Dec 2024, 11:00
Jacob Stockdale: 'That was a turning point, that really got to me'
Exclusion drove Stockdale daft and it needed the lay-off that came with a January 2022 ankle operation for him to finally realise …
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
25 Dec 2024, 9:00
World Rugby U20 Championship: The RugbyPass team of the tournament
England flew out of South Africa last Saturday evening to Heathrow as the rightful champions, the consistency of their potent scru…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
25 Dec 2024, 7:00
David Ribbans: 'It's the reason why I'm here, not still in England'
Toulon is now home, not Northampton, and it’s all about doing his very best in the Top 14, not perspiring over whether his effor…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
25 Dec 2024, 5:00
Twenty-two emerging nations U21 rugby players to watch in 2025
With 2025 just around the corner, it’s time to shed light on rugby's future rising stars, and we picked 22 promising U21s for yo…
Analysis
Francisco Isaac
25 Dec 2024, 4:02
Nemani Nadolo: 'Now I cut grass, do gardens, cut hedges for a living'
It was at the Hong Kong 10s the other week when RugbyPass caught up with the 36-year-old who had pitched up in the Far East to rol…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
24 Dec 2024, 20:00
Wallace Sititi: 'No, not in a million years... just crazy to say'
After featuring 13 times in the run to an Auckland final against the Blues, Scott Robertson wanted a look and the rest is now hist…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
24 Dec 2024, 17:00
USA’s McKenzie Hawkins: ‘We have belief that we can win games'
Whether it was a spirited first-half display against England or narrow losses against France and Ireland, it is clear that the Wor…
Interview
Joe Harvey
24 Dec 2024, 9:02
'One of the deadliest wingers in rugby' has decided his future
It was in early December when RugbyPass reported that Ulster were likely to win the race to retain Stockdale, who had been sounded…
Liam Heagney
24 Dec 2024, 8:17
'It's love': Ronan O'Gara has made his peace with Christophe Urios
The pair were even sanctioned by league officials in France in 2022 for their tempestuous behaviour towards each other.
Liam Heagney
24 Dec 2024, 7:49
Kieran Read names his 2025 British and Irish Lions captain
The 39-year-old led New Zealand to their Test series draw versus Sam Warburton’s class of 2017.
Liam Heagney
24 Dec 2024, 7:12
What should be on a rugby Christmas wish list for 2025?
What should Santa Claus deliver for the sport of rugby union this festive season?
LONG READ
Daniel Gallan
24 Dec 2024, 4:42
Allan Dell has exited Glasgow with immediate effect
The South Africa-born 32-year-old managed just 12 appearances in two and a half years at Scotstoun after joining from London Irish…
PA
24 Dec 2024, 4:20
Razor's 2024 All Blacks Christmas wish list
First-year All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson quickly found out what it was like to be an International coach and now has the j…
Opinion
Henry Lee
23 Dec 2024, 23:05
Munster's updated Injury list
Munster’s injury list is once again filling up, this time around former junior Springbok Thaakir Abrahams finds himself facing s…
Henry Lee
23 Dec 2024, 22:33
All the action from a dramatic opening round of Japan Rugby League One
A dramatic opening weekend of Japan Rugby League One saw three of the six matches in Division One decided in injury time
Matt McILraith
23 Dec 2024, 19:15
2024 in review: All Blacks break Irish hearts by triumphing in Dublin
The All Blacks triumphed over their great rivals Ireland during the Autumn Nations Series, just as they had at last year's Rugby W…
Finn Morton
23 Dec 2024, 15:24
George Skivington issues injury update on prop duo
Gloucester Director of Rugby George Skivington has confirmed rising prop star Afolabi Fasogbon will miss Sunday's trip to Exeter i…
Jon Newcombe
23 Dec 2024, 13:04
Bristol Bears announce raft of re-signings
US Eagles fly-half and this season's leading points scorer in the Gallagher Premiership, AJ MacGinty, is one of 10 Bristol players…
Jon Newcombe
23 Dec 2024, 11:13
Springboks dominate in 2024 despite ill-discipline
Getting on the right side of the referee has long been advocated as a quality all champion teams must possess but Opta data sugges…
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
23 Dec 2024, 7:34
What is the future of rugby in 2025?
Can Bristol Bears' irresistible all-court attack point the way for rugby in the next 12 months?
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
23 Dec 2024, 6:15
‘Rugby Netherlands need someone who can deliver 80 hours a week’
Outgoing Netherlands women head coach Sylke Haverkorn reflects on her five years in charge and outlines why the future is bright.
Exclusive
Martyn Thomas
23 Dec 2024, 3:00
2024 in review: Max Jorgensen’s Giteau-esque swan dive stuns England
Wallabies winger Max Jorgensen would leave thousands at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium in a state of disbelief with a match-winnin…
Finn Morton
22 Dec 2024, 18:36
Watch: Springbok Arendse brutally runs straight through defender to score on Dynabours debut
The 28-year-old donned the No 15 jersey as the new fullback for the Dynabours and squared off against D-Rocks fullback Israel Fola…
Ben Smith
22 Dec 2024, 17:47
Watch: Aaron Smith sets up ex-NRL star Joseph Manu for debut try in Japan
Former Sydney Roosters and New Zealand Kiwis utility Joseph Manu has scored on debut for Toyota Verblitz in Japan Rugby League One
Finn Morton
22 Dec 2024, 17:20
2024 in review: Beauden Barrett’s brilliance sparks thrilling All Blacks win
New Zealand’s incredible unbeaten run at Eden Park was under serious threat when Steve Borthwick’s England visited Auckland in…
Finn Morton
22 Dec 2024, 16:17
Phil Dowson slams Saints’ first-half failings after Saracens rout
Saints find themselves 19 points behind league leaders Bath and Bristol, and face an uphill task of reaching the end-of-season pla…
PA
22 Dec 2024, 13:40
Saints left chasing shadows as Saracens turn it on at home
Saints defeated the north Londoners three times last season and were led out by Nick Tompkins on his 200th appearance for the club…
PA
22 Dec 2024, 13:16
Drama unfolds as historic Hampden Park derby delivers
Johnny Matthews recorded a brace for Glasgow against rivals Edinburgh in the first leg of the 1872 Cup at Hampden, the first rugby…
PA
22 Dec 2024, 12:41
Bernard Foley steals spotlight in blow to New Zealand coaching duo
Two-time NRL premiership winner Joey Manu scored a try but was denied a winning start to his career in Japan Rugby League One than…
AAP
22 Dec 2024, 11:36
Hampden Park clash a ‘a massive privilege’ for Warriors' boss Smith
.Franco Smith declared it “a massive privilege” to be leading Glasgow as they prepare to play in front of their biggest-ever h…
PA
22 Dec 2024, 6:30
'Anyone can beat anyone': Johann van Graan warns Prem leaders Bath
Bath boss Johann van Graan hailed his side’s consistency after seeing them secure top spot at Christmas for the second successiv…
PA
22 Dec 2024, 5:10
Ecstatic Pat Lam hails Bear's dominant Welford Road performance
.Pat Lam could not hide his delight after his Bristol side crushed fellow high-flyers Leicester 54-24 at Welford Road.
PA
22 Dec 2024, 4:00
Watch: Retallick scores, Perenara makes Black Rams debut -Japan Rugby League One
The Japan Rugby League One has just kicked off its 2024-25 campaign, with many New Zealand players and former All Blacks heavily i…
Henry Lee
22 Dec 2024, 0:37
Watch: Ex-NRL cult hero scores a try on Japan Rugby League One debut
The 24-year old New Zealand born player starred off the bench in a close 15-13 victory over the Brodie Retallick led Kobelco Kobe …
Henry Lee
21 Dec 2024, 19:42
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu suffers new injury setback
The Stormers convincingly beat the Johannesburg-based Lions team to bounce back from a disappointing start to the campaign.
Henry Lee
21 Dec 2024, 19:40
Wallaroos captain reflects on Black Ferns’ success with sevens stars
Wallaroos captain Michaela Leonard has reflected on the success of the Black Ferns’ code-hoppers during the team's triumphant ru…
Interview
Finn Morton
21 Dec 2024, 19:31
NZ Warriors recruit reflects on ‘dream come true’ with Black Ferns Sevens
New Zealand Warriors recruit Tysha Ikenasio has penned a couple of heartfelt messages of thanks on social media.
Finn Morton
21 Dec 2024, 17:15
Initial Immanuel Feyi-Waboso injury update does not sound promising
Alex Sanderson singled out George Ford for praise after Sale secured a 28-10 bonus-point victory over rock-bottom Exeter which mai…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 15:43
Stormers ease past Lions to return to winning ways
Carbon-copy tries from Joseph Dweba, powering over from two mauls, and a smart Suleiman Hartzenberg finish gave the hosts a 15-0 i…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 15:40
Ex-Wallaby explains why All Blacks aren’t at ‘panic stations’ under Razor
Former Wallabies winger Drew Mitchell has looked back on the All Blacks’ first season under coach Scott Robertson.
Finn Morton
21 Dec 2024, 15:20
Finn Russell and England forwards help Bath power past Newcastle
Bath claimed their fifth successive Gallagher Premiership victory with a 40-15 win over Newcastle at Kingston Park that keeps them…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 15:06
Loose Leinster scrape by Connacht to extend winning run
United Rugby Championship leaders Leinster made it 10 wins from 10 in all competitions, but had to work hard for a 20-12 victory o…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 15:01
Leinster player ratings vs Connacht | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: The men in blue ground out a scrappy 20-12 win over Connacht at the Aviva Stadium, with a much-changed si…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
21 Dec 2024, 14:54
Iestyn Hopkins ensures Mark Jones Ospreys era begins with dramatic win
Iestyn Hopkins scored a match-winning try with the game’s final action as Ospreys beat rivals Scarlets 23-22 in the United Rugby…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 14:53
Sale overwhelm Exeter to hand Rob Baxter's side 10th straight defeat
.Sale secured a 28-10 bonus-point victory which maintained their 100 per cent winning home record this season and condemned rock-b…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 14:41
Hendrikse brothers steal show vs Bulls after Stormers ease past Lions
A Jordan Hendrikse penalty gave Sharks a 20-17 victory over Bulls in the United Rugby Championship.
PA
21 Dec 2024, 14:30
Edinburgh boss Sean Everitt leans into underdog tag for 1872 Cup
Sean Everitt concedes his Edinburgh side are underdogs for their 1872 Cup first leg against Glasgow but the head coach is adamant …
PA
21 Dec 2024, 13:48
Bristol break Premiership record with thumping victory at Welford Road
Bristol sent out a major title statement as Pat Lam’s men set a new Premiership record in a thumping 54-24 win over Leicester at…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 13:16
Franco Smith: 'We know that they pose a tremendous challenge'
Franco Smith is adamant there is no chance of URC champions Glasgow underestimating Edinburgh in the first leg of their 1872 Cup s…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 11:01
Harlequins 'riddled with errors' and physically 'weren’t at the races'
Harlequins head coach Danny Wilson accepted his side “weren’t at the races” as they finished scoreless for the first time in…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 4:11
How the Black Ferns Sevens reacted to Michaela Blyde's code switch
Another Black Ferns Sevens star is taking her talents to rugby league, but Michaela Blyde says she as it stands, her plan is to re…
Ned Lester
20 Dec 2024, 19:28
New Zealand Heartland XV to tour Samoa in 2025
New Zealand's best division two and three talents will visit Samoa for a two-match tour in late 2025.
Ned Lester
20 Dec 2024, 18:34
Tom Farrell completes hat-trick late to deny scrappy Ulster
A hat-trick of tries from Tom Farrell saw Munster win a scrappy opening Irish interprovincial of the festive season 22-19 over Uls…
PA
20 Dec 2024, 17:14
Harlequins held scoreless by resolute Gloucester at Kingsholm
Gloucester earned a deserved 14-0 win over an out-of-sorts Harlequins before a sell-out crowd at Kingsholm.
PA
20 Dec 2024, 16:51
'We've had a mixed bag of results, this weekend is crucial for our season'
Saracens have had a mixed bag of results over the last few games. A rough result against Harlequins followed by a hard fought win …
Opinion
Rosie Galligan
20 Dec 2024, 13:40
Steve Meehan appointed new head coach of Canada
Former Challenge Cup winner Steve Meehan has been named the new head coach of Canada's men's team.
Ian Cameron
20 Dec 2024, 13:01
Bill Beaumont named interim chairman at RFU as Tom Ilube resigns
Ilube stepped down on Friday morning in response to the outcry over executives’ pay and bonuses.
PA
20 Dec 2024, 12:56
Fissler Confidential: One England international in, one out for Bath
Willie le Roux is now looking for a Japanese club, but he won’t be signing anywhere on the cheap after Gallagher Premiership big…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
20 Dec 2024, 12:02
Ex-England flanker Matt Kvesic back for top-of-the-table Championship clash
Influential back-rower Matt Kvesic has given Coventry a boost by recovering full fitness ahead of the visit of title rivals Ealing…
Paul Smith
20 Dec 2024, 11:35
Warren Gatland finds out his fate as Wales undergo huge changes
Warren Gatland will remain as head coach of Wales following a review by Welsh rugby CEO Abi Tierney, but executive director of rug…
Josh Raisey
20 Dec 2024, 10:54
Women's Six Nations officials confirmed with RWC places up for grabs
The officiating team for the 2025 Guinness Women’s Six Nations has been announced in what will be the final window of internatio…
Josh Raisey
20 Dec 2024, 9:57
URC chief executive addresses potential Premiership merger
As he looks back on his ten years at the helm, BKT URC chief executive Martin Anayi is in no doubt over his proudest achievement.
…
Interview
Simon Thomas
20 Dec 2024, 7:19
'Tom has the potential to be better than a British and Irish Lion'
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson believes England wing Tom Roebuck could usurp Liam Williams as the king of the airways after an ou…
Chris Jones
20 Dec 2024, 6:57
Former England centre Anthony Allen lands Championship head coach role
Cambridge head coach Richie Williams will step down from his role at the end of the month with former England centre Anthony Allen…
Josh Raisey
20 Dec 2024, 6:32
Tom Ilube steps down as RFU chairman
Tom Ilube has resigned as chairman of the Rugby Football Union amid controversy over executive pay.
PA
20 Dec 2024, 4:46
Leicester continue flurry of new deals with Jack van Poortvliet
Jack van Poortvliet has followed his England team-mates in signing a new deal with Leicester Tigers.
Josh Raisey
20 Dec 2024, 4:35
Joe Schmidt names 40-man Wallabies squad for January camp
While Rugby Australia awaits a call on his coaching future, Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has continued planning for next year's Lio…
AAP
20 Dec 2024, 0:38
Christian Lealiifano takes his talents stateside with MLR deal
Former Brumbies star and Wallabies playmaker Christian Lealiifano will continue his long rugby career in the US after signing with…
AAP
19 Dec 2024, 22:37
Young Highlanders tested by Jamie Joseph's preseason
The Highlanders' preseason is proving to be a trial by fire under returning head coach Jamie Joseph, who has his side sweating in …
Ned Lester
19 Dec 2024, 20:14
The Waikato young gun solving one of rugby players' 'obvious problems'
Many within the rugby fraternity will already know Tom Martin as a back-rower who cracked the Waikato NPC team in their 2021 premi…
Interview
Adam Julian
19 Dec 2024, 18:20
Stuart Lancaster Racing 92 exit rumours wide of the mark
RugbyPass understands from well-placed sources close to Racing 92 that head coach Stuart Lancaster is staying firmly put in Paris …
Exclusive
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2024, 12:59
'One of Scotland’s best young back-rows' Ben Muncaster signs new deal
Scotland flanker Ben Muncaster has become the latest player to sign a new deal with Edinburgh, describing the decision as a "no-br…
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2024, 10:06
Scotland's Stafford McDowall banned for 'reckless contact with the eye'
Scotland and Glasgow centre Stafford McDowall has been banned for three weeks after making 'reckless' contact with the eye of Toul…
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2024, 9:27
'Springbok Galacticos can't go it alone for trophy-hunting Sharks'
Lesser known names must step up if the franchise is to fulfil its aim of winning the URC and Champions Cup this season.
LONG READ
Daniel Gallan
19 Dec 2024, 8:44
Stuart Lancaster takes giant stride towards immediate Racing 92 exit
Racing 92 will hold an emergency meeting today with head coach Stuart Lancaster to determine his future with the club, according t…
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2024, 8:26
What to watch in women’s rugby: Celtic Challenge kicks off, Quins host Big Game
The end of the year is always a busy time and the next couple of weeks are no exception. Watch live Celtic Challenge, Premiership …
Martyn Thomas
19 Dec 2024, 8:03
Leicester fight off Premiership rivals to keep Ollie Hassell-Collins
England international Ollie Hassell-Collins has signed a new deal with Leicester Tigers, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2024, 7:59
Does South Africa have a future in European competition?
Enforced rotation, poor results, and logistical and political issues have raised questions over the viability of South African Cha…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
19 Dec 2024, 6:54
Return of 30-something brigade provides welcome tonic for Wales
The enduring class of Taulupe Faletau, Liam Williams and Josh Adams on their returns gives Wales hope after a wretched year.
LONG READ
Mark Orders
19 Dec 2024, 6:46
Steve Diamond gets brutally honest on the future of some of his players
Newcastle Falcons boss Steve Diamond will attempt to pull off a third successive Gallagher Premiership home win by convincing his …
Chris Jones
19 Dec 2024, 6:16
Ellie Kildunne believes impact of home RWC lies ‘beyond imagination’
The 25-year-old was crowned World Rugby women’s 15s player of the year earlier this month.
PA
19 Dec 2024, 5:24
Bok World Cup winners ready to make up for lost time as Japanese season begins
The two titans of the Japanese club game will play out the next instalment of their trilogy, when Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights t…
Analysis
Matt McILraith
19 Dec 2024, 5:16
Lindsey Smith and Glasgow Warriors ready to rise to Celtic Challenge
Lindsey Smith is under no illusion about the task at hand as she heads into her first season as Glasgow Warriors Women head coach.
Exclusive
Martyn Thomas
19 Dec 2024, 5:00
Beast Beauty Brains Bear: The Ilona Maher effect in action at Bristol
Ilona Maher arrived in the West Country to plenty of fanfare. It’s not hard to work out why. With over eight million followers a…
Exclusive
Joe Harvey
19 Dec 2024, 4:38
Another Black Ferns Sevens star signs with Warriors in NRLW
Black Ferns Sevens great Michaela Blyde isn’t the only Paris Olympic gold medallist joining the New Zealand Warriors.
Finn Morton
19 Dec 2024, 0:23
Moana Pasifika's first impressions of Ardie Savea
Ardie Savea's first day in Moana Pasifika camp was a hit, with head coach Tana Umaga today saying he could see a shift in the envi…
Ned Lester
18 Dec 2024, 22:32
The foreign players who will light up Japan Rugby League One
With the 2024/25 Japan Rugby League One season kicking off this weekend for round one, there will be plenty of foreign players to …
Ben Smith
18 Dec 2024, 21:39
Captain Michaela Leonard reflects on Wallaroos' memorable 2024
Wallaroos captain Michaela Leonard reflected on the team's journey to WXV 2 glory in an interview with RugbyPass.
Interview
Finn Morton
18 Dec 2024, 20:58
Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh on Joe Schmidt’s future post-Lions
Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh has remained tight-lipped about whether Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt will remain in the role be…
Interview
Finn Morton
18 Dec 2024, 19:33
Stacey Waaka 'weighing up' options ahead of 2025 Rugby World Cup
"The world is your oyster" is a common phrase but very rarely does it ring as true as it does for cross-code star Stacey Waaka, wh…
Ned Lester
18 Dec 2024, 18:38
Ex-Wallaby labels ‘Win Pumas’ international rugby’s ‘most improved’
Former Wallaby Adam Ashley-Cooper has playfully nicknamed Argentina the “Win Pumas” after their remarkable run of performances…
Finn Morton
18 Dec 2024, 17:28
Ruben Love facing Super Rugby absence with ankle injury
The Hurricanes will be without new All Black Ruben Love when Super Rugby Pacific kicks off in 2025 due to an ankle injury.
Ned Lester
18 Dec 2024, 16:27
Glasgow coach jumps to defence of McDowall who faces possible huge ban
Glasgow have expressed disappointment at a citing lodged against centre Stafford McDowall for allegedly making contact with the ey…
Bryn Palmer
18 Dec 2024, 13:02
Henry Arundell lined up for early England homecoming
Bath have lined up a shock deal to lure former England full-back Henry Arundell back to the Gallagher Premiership next season from…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
18 Dec 2024, 12:34
Zebre put up for sale by Italian Rugby Federation
The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) has expressed its intention to sell its 100 per cent stake in United Rugby Championship outfit …
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 11:32
'The Sharks and the Stormers were brainless... lose with dignity'
The South African sides' record so far in this year's Investec Champions Cup does not make for pretty reading.
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 8:52
'World-class' Scotland prop Zander Fagerson signs new Glasgow deal
Scotland tighthead prop Zander Fagerson has extended his stay with the United Rugby Championship winners Glasgow Warriors with a "…
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 8:43
England's Alex Dombrandt becomes 10th player to commit to Harlequins
Harlequins captain Alex Dombrandt has become the latest player to sign a contract extension at the club, just days after a player …
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 7:00
Newcastle snap up Max Clark amid injury crisis
Newcastle Falcons have signed former Bath centre Max Clark on a short-term deal to help fix an injury crisis at the club.
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 6:21
Will Bristol's daredevil 'Bears-ball' deliver the trophy they crave?
The Bears play a devil-may-care brand of attacking rugby but can it spirit them to the Premiership Rugby title?
LONG READ
Neil Squires
18 Dec 2024, 6:02
Celtic Challenge: Scotland hopeful Aila Ronald vows to 'keep improving'
Aila Ronald had to get off the tram she was on in late August such was the shock she felt at her first Scotland squad call-up - an…
Interview
Gary Heatly
18 Dec 2024, 5:56
Stuart Lancaster 'wants out' of Racing 92 and eyeing Euro giants job
Racing 92 head coach Stuart Lancaster is facing a mutiny by his French players in Paris according to Andy Goode, and is eyeing up …
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 4:53
Government warn Premiership clubs are 'teetering on the edge'
The Government has been warned to keep a close eye on Gallagher Premiership clubs “teetering on the edge” after a new report s…
PA
18 Dec 2024, 4:00
James O'Connor on Crusaders preseason: 'I haven't experienced anything like it'
The 64-time Wallaby says his body is feeling good and handling the rigours of training well despite being 16 years removed from hi…
Ned Lester
17 Dec 2024, 22:51
Ex-Wallaby predicts an Australian team will win 2025 Super Rugby Pacific
Former Wallabies winger Drew Mitchell believes an Australian team will take out next year’s Super Rugby Pacific title.
Finn Morton
17 Dec 2024, 21:48
Watch: All Black Ardie Savea begins training with Moana Pasifika
Moana Pasifika has shared videos on social media of marquee recruit Ardie Savea arriving at ‘HQ' and then training with the team…
Finn Morton
17 Dec 2024, 19:34
Wallaroos captain on the impact Charlotte Caslick could have in 15s
Wallaroos captain Michaela Leonard has welcomed the prospect of working alongside leaders like Charlotte Caslick and Isabella Nass…
Interview
Finn Morton
17 Dec 2024, 18:15
The All Blacks growth Ian Foster says was 'lost in translation' in 2023
Ian Foster is back in coaching after some downtime in 2024, during which he reflected on how his All Blacks head coaching tenure e…
Ned Lester
17 Dec 2024, 17:39
Does the next Wallabies coach have to be an Australian?
Should Joe Schmidt step aside after the Lions tour, is there a home-grown coach ready to take on the full weight of responsibility…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
17 Dec 2024, 13:15
Steve Borthwick handed fresh injury concern ahead of Six Nations
George Furbank could miss the start of England’s Six Nations campaign after fracturing his arm in Northampton’s victory over t…
PA
17 Dec 2024, 12:46
Alex Sanderson quells Six Nations fears after George Ford has scan
England fly-half George Ford has undergone a scan on the knee injury that is stopping him kicking at goal but Alex Sanderson, the …
Chris Jones
17 Dec 2024, 12:08
Munster continue to secure backroom staff after reshuffle
Munster skills and assistant attack coach Mossy Lawler has followed in the footsteps of fellow coaches Denis Leamy and Mike Prende…
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 11:32
Standout women's rugby moments of 2024
After a blockbuster year of women’s rugby around the world, here are some of the highlights of 2024 as we look ahead to the bigg…
Imogen Ainsworth
17 Dec 2024, 11:17
James Ryan to stay in Ireland beyond World Cup after signing new deal
Ireland and Leinster lock James Ryan has signed a new deal with the Irish Rugby Football Union until the end of the 2027/28 season…
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 8:05
England's Fin Baxter targets silverware after signing new Quins deal
England loosehead prop Fin Baxter has become the latest player to pledge their future to Harlequins.
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 6:40
Ireland centre Bundee Aki ends speculation with decision over future
Ireland centre Bundee Aki has signed a one-year contract extension with Connacht and the Irish Rugby Football Union which will run…
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 5:53
Ospreys part ways with head coach Toby Booth
Toby Booth has left his role as head coach of the Ospreys with immediate effect.
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 5:31
'One of the best young prospects' Henry Pollock pens new deal
Northampton Saints flanker Henry Pollock has signed a "multi-year" contract extension with the club.
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 5:02
RugbyPass TV renews deal to broadcast Celtic Challenge
Fans will be able to watch the 2024/25 Celtic Challenge season unfold live and for free via RugbyPass TV.
Martyn Thomas
17 Dec 2024, 5:00
Michaela Blyde signs NRLW deal for 2025
Black Ferns Sevens star Michaela Blyde has put pen to paper on a deal with New Zealand's rugby league team the Warriors, who are s…
Ned Lester
16 Dec 2024, 23:27
The best seven girls players at Global Youth 7's 2024
Bundles of U18 Rugby talent were on show this weekend at the Global Youth 7’s tournament at Dilworth School in Auckland.
Opinion
Henry Lee
16 Dec 2024, 21:58
Ian Foster: 'You kid yourself that we were robbed'
More than one year on from the Rugby World Cup final in Paris, former All Blacks head coach Ian Foster says he can't help but cont…
Ned Lester
16 Dec 2024, 21:27
Former All Blacks coach offers progress report on Joseph Manu's preseason
With the Japanese League One season getting underway this weekend, former All Blacks coach Ian Foster has talked publicly about ho…
Henry Lee
16 Dec 2024, 18:58
The Wallabies and All Blacks set to unleash in Japan Rugby League One
The start of a new Japanese rugby season will provide the Wallabies' hierarchy with more than passing interest as the countdown to…
AAP
16 Dec 2024, 16:03
Zebre Parma stand on the brink of oblivion
The Federazione Italiana Rugby will decide Zebre Parma's future in a meeting scheduled for tomorrow, but it seems the Parma-based …
Francisco Isaac
16 Dec 2024, 13:31
Injured England lock Ollie Chessum's club future confirmed
Leicester Tigers have announced that England international lock Ollie Chessum has signed a new contract with the club.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 10:47
Jake White pitches 'hot chocolate' break for South African teams
Bulls director of rugby Jake White expressed his frustration of his side’s inability to finish off try scoring opportunities tha…
Rugby365
16 Dec 2024, 10:05
Steven Kitshoff's disturbing confession: 'I was two millimeters from death'
Two-time Springbok world champion Steven Kitshoff has revealed the seriousness of his recent neck injury.
Willy Billiard
16 Dec 2024, 9:34
Ireland loosehead Andrew Porter pens new IRFU deal
Andrew Porter has signed a new two-year contract with the IRFU, extending his commitment to Ireland and Leinster Rugby until July …
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 9:26
Catalan Dragons explain why they're releasing Ben Lam
The Catalan Dragons have announced that Ben Lam will not be retained for the 2025 season, ending his brief stint with the club.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 6:39
Tadgh Furlong to stay in Ireland with new IRFU deal
Tadhg Furlong has committed his future to Irish rugby by signing a two-year contract extension with the IRFU, keeping him with Ire…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 6:01
Bonus points soften the blow of Warriors’ loss in France
Glasgow claimed a couple of bonus points as they went down 30-29 to Toulon in their second Investec Champions Cup pool-stage match…
PA
16 Dec 2024, 4:25
‘Opportunity of a lifetime’: Trailblazing Olympian Kris Thomas retires
USA Rugby has announced the retirement of veteran Kris Thomas, who wore red, white and blue on the international stage in both sev…
Finn Morton
15 Dec 2024, 23:59
USA captain Greg Peterson calls time on distinguished 51-Test career
After 51 Tests and two Rugby World Cups, USA Men’s Eagles captain Greg Peterson has called time on his professional rugby career…
Finn Morton
15 Dec 2024, 22:07
How Wallace Sititi humbly reacted to All Blacks Player of the Year honour
Backrower Wallace Sititi has capped off a breakout year in style, being crowned the All Blacks’ best player at the ASB Rugby Awa…
Finn Morton
15 Dec 2024, 18:37
Japan shock the world to win title over New Zealand and Australia
Determined, organised, and precise, Japan thoroughly deserved their surprise victory. In the cup final Japan humbled highly-fancie…
Adam Julian
15 Dec 2024, 16:33
Australia cap off golden year in youth boys rugby with world title
It’s been a wonderful year for Australian age group rugby with the Australian Schools winning the fifteens test match against Ne…
Adam Julian
15 Dec 2024, 16:23
Rob Baxter drops scary admission after Toulouse rip Exeter asunder
Rob Baxter admitted that some of Toulouse’s rugby was “almost undefendable” after his Exeter team suffered a 64-21 Investec …
PA
15 Dec 2024, 16:10
Mixed Sunday for English sides in Champions Cup
Antoine Dupont starred as Toulouse produced a 10-try blitz to rout Investec Champions Cup opponents Exeter 64-21.
PA
15 Dec 2024, 15:58
Toulouse and Antoine Dupont crush Exeter in Champions Cup rout
Toulouse and Antoine Dupont produced a box-office performance as they blitzed Investec Champions Cup opponents Exeter 64-21 at San…
PA
15 Dec 2024, 15:41
Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Toulouse | Investec Champions Cup
Exeter Chiefs player ratings: Exeter endured a torrid evening at Sandy Park, as Toulouse delivered a 10-try masterclass to seal a …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 15:31
Toulouse player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs | Investec Champions Cup
Stade Toulousain kept their title defence rolling with a crushing -- victory over the Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park. Spearheaded by …
Opinion
Philip Bendon
15 Dec 2024, 14:19
URC basement dwellers Dragons heap more misery on Newcastle
Dragons maintained their half-time lead to hold off hosts Newcastle and win their European Challenge Cup clash 22-14.
PA
15 Dec 2024, 12:59
Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Toulon | Investec Champions Cup
Glasgow's late comeback came up just a point short at the Stade Mayol. Trailing by a point at half-time, the Warriors never quite …
Opinion
Philip Bendon
15 Dec 2024, 12:23
Saracens player ratings vs Stade Francais | Investec Champions Cup
Saracens player ratings: Saracens showcased their grit and class in a hard-fought 28-17 victory over Stade Français in Paris.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 12:11
Benetton seal victory over Bath with late try
Benetton Rugby claimed a memorable European scalp after defeating Bath Rugby 24-21 in a dramatic Champions Cup clash at the Stadio…
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 10:32
'South African rugby' warned of 'disastrous' scenario
Stormers head coach John Dobson admits South Africa’s teams must start justifying their inclusion in the Investec Champions Cup …
PA
15 Dec 2024, 9:56
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Sharks | Investec Champions Cup
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Michael Cheika's side put on a clinic at Mattioli Woods Welford Road, dismantling the Hollywoodbe…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 6:45
Bath to pick-pocket bitter rivals for international star?
Bath could switch their attention to raiding West Country rivals Gloucester as Johann van Graan steps up his search to bring a new…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
15 Dec 2024, 5:53
RFU Championship game abandoned after freak injury to referee
An RFU Championship match was abandoned after referee Alex Thomas was knocked unconscious by a ball on Saturday.
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 4:51
Where are they now? The 42-player 2021 British and Irish Lions squad
Gatland selected 42 players in total – 37 in his original squad with five more added along the way. Of the 13 English, 12 Welsh,…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2024, 4:36
Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp reacts to ‘really exciting’ announcement
Rugby Australia have confirmed that nine HSBC SVNS Series stars have linked up with Super Rugby Women’s clubs in a bid to play f…
Finn Morton
14 Dec 2024, 22:27
Wallaroos captain on which 7s star she’s ‘excited’ to see shine in 15s
Australia captain Michaela Leonard has highlighted Teagan Levi as a player to watch in next season’s Super Rugby Women's campaig…
Interview
Finn Morton
14 Dec 2024, 20:04
‘Desperately wanted to play’: Quins captain defies injury to score hat-trick
Alex Dombrandt defied a rib injury to spearhead Harlequins’ 53-16 Investec Champions Cup victory over the Stormers.
PA
14 Dec 2024, 18:41
Harlequins blitz Stormers to kickstart their Champions Cup campaign
.Alex Dombrandt and Cadan Murley plundered hat-tricks as Harlequins’ Investec Champions Cup campaign was given lift off.
PA
14 Dec 2024, 18:29
Watch: All Black Jordie Barrett scores another for new club Leinster
Jordie Barrett has hit the ground running with European heavyweights Leinster, with the All Black continuing to impress in the Cha…
Finn Morton
14 Dec 2024, 18:08
Gloucester beaten by Top 14 newcomers Vannes in France
.After beating Edinburgh in their tournament opener, the west country club conceded three early tries against the Top 14 newcomers…
PA
14 Dec 2024, 16:25
Leicester, Leinster, Bordeaux record round two Champions Cup wins
The South African visitors were without a number of Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks, including Siya Kolisi, Eben Etzebeth and B…
PA
14 Dec 2024, 15:06
Leinster player ratings vs Clermont | Investec Champions Cup
Leinster kept their undefeated start to the 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup rolling with a tight 15 - 7 win over Clermont at the Av…
Opinion
Philip Bendon
14 Dec 2024, 14:05
Northampton beat Bulls in Champions Cup despite George Furbank injury blow
Northampton overcame the loss of injured captain George Furbank to post a statement 30-21 Investec Champions Cup win against the B…
PA
14 Dec 2024, 10:42
Munster player ratings vs Castres | Investec Champions Cup
Munster player ratings: Munster’s overall discipline and execution issues cost them a chance of turning over Castres at…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
14 Dec 2024, 8:29
Fissler Confidential: Leicester Tigers to let England international go
Harlequins are closing in on a deal to take Toulon and Samoa inside centre Duncan Paia’aua to the Twickenham Stoop from the star…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
14 Dec 2024, 8:10
Edinburgh bury Bayonne with second-half onslaught
Edinburgh ran in eight tries as they blew away Bayonne 52-12 to get off the mark in Pool 3 of the European Challenge Cup.
PA
13 Dec 2024, 19:16
Wins for Sale and Castres get Champions Cup round two under way
The hosts had started the night bottom of Pool Four after a loss at Glasgow Warriors in the opening round but an opening try from …
PA
13 Dec 2024, 18:13
Five players found guilty, sentenced up to 14 years in prison
After two weeks of closed-door trial and more than nine hours of deliberation, Irishman Denis Coulson and Frenchman Loick Jammes w…
AFP
13 Dec 2024, 16:29
England coach Steve Borthwick pays tribute to ‘wonderfully gifted’ Tom Voyce
England head coach Steve Borthwick has paid tribute to the “wonderfully gifted” former international Tom Voyce, who died after…
PA
13 Dec 2024, 15:08
Franco Smith's 'mock' accusation about Rassie Erasmus' bomb squad
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith has taken mock umbrage at the suggestion he was following the example of Rassie Erasmus in loading…
Bryn Palmer
13 Dec 2024, 13:02
A 22-word RFU statement has ended Felix Jones' time with England
It was last August when it emerged that the Irishman, a double Rugby World Cup winner assisting South Africa, wanted to leave just…
Liam Heagney
13 Dec 2024, 10:00
All 24 team selections for Investec Champions Cup round two
It was the French who caught the eye in round one with six of their eight teams winning, including Stade Rochelais and Toulon away…
Liam Heagney
13 Dec 2024, 9:28
Lawrence Dallaglio wades into the debate over Champions Cup status
The format of the 30-year-old tournament has changed in recent seasons, while teams from South Africa have also been permitted to …
Liam Heagney
13 Dec 2024, 8:34
Six European debutants named by Bath for Treviso trip
Bath Head of Rugby Johann van Graan has made wholesale changes to the squad that went down 24-20 to La Rochelle last weekend for S…
Jon Newcombe
13 Dec 2024, 8:08
Barrett and Prendergast put Leinster European rivals on notice
Jordie Barrett and RG Snyman give Leinster two new weapons in their teeming arsenal, but young guns are also hitting the mark.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
13 Dec 2024, 8:00
Rob Baxter's deal to bring Toulon's Ben White to Exeter is off
Baxter, who has made a new scrum-half his top priority for next season, thought that he had a three-year deal to bring the 26-year…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
13 Dec 2024, 7:54
Henry Slade's simple take on his Exeter future
Having seen former team-mates and friends like Jack Nowell and Luke Cowan-Dickie leave and prosper, Henry Slade is all too aware t…
Exclusive
Jon Newcombe
13 Dec 2024, 7:51
O'Gara: '10-15 bottles of beer after the game is thing of the past'
The 21-year-old Jegou and French teammate Hugo Auradou were arrested in the aftermath of their July 6 Test debuts against the Pum…
Liam Heagney
13 Dec 2024, 6:31
'Dead solid' reason why Sale are liking well-travelled Irish hooker
The Dundalk-born hooker has been over and back across the Irish Sea ever since deciding to join the Saracens academy in 2017 as a …
Liam Heagney
13 Dec 2024, 6:03
‘The problem with this year’s Champions Cup? Too many English clubs’
The current strength of the Premiership does not warrant eight of its 10 clubs being involved in Europe's elite tournament.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
13 Dec 2024, 4:54
Wallaroos captain reacts to 7s players’ bold bid for 15s World Cup spots
Wallaroos captain Michaela Leonard has exclusively reacted to the news that nine sevens players are switching codes.
Interview
Finn Morton
13 Dec 2024, 1:04
‘World-class’ sevens star Bienne Terita reveals motivation for 15s move
ACT Brumbies recruit Bienne Terita has explained how the appeal of playing at another Women’s Rugby World Cup drew the HSBC SVNS…
Finn Morton
12 Dec 2024, 20:40
SVNS star Maddison Levi on ‘dual international’ ambition after Reds news
Reigning World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year Maddison Levi has opened up about Thursday’s game-changing announcement.
Finn Morton
12 Dec 2024, 18:21
SVNS Series star Sariah Paki explains bold 15s switch before World Cup
Sariah Paki is bracing for a new challenge as the HSBC SVNS Series star fights for a spot in Australia’s squad for the 15s Women…
Finn Morton
12 Dec 2024, 17:12
Top 100: Why do the best players come from the best teams?
The Top 100 is unsurprisingly rammed with players from the top teams but could players in less fancied teams prosper up the food c…
LONG READ
Sam Larner
12 Dec 2024, 16:39
Jorja Miller and Black Ferns Sevens win big at New Zealand Rugby Awards
New Zealand's ASB Rugby Awards were held on Thursday night and rewarded the country's best performers of 2024.
Ned Lester
12 Dec 2024, 16:21
Northampton release two, confirm immediate effect hooker signing
Thornbury and Spencer were both short-term signings, with Spencer already snapped up by Ospreys ahead of their round two EPCR Chal…
Liam Heagney
12 Dec 2024, 11:58
Body found in search for missing ex-England player Tom Voyce
A body has been recovered in the search for former England and Wasps centre Tom Voyce - UK media are reporting.
Ian Cameron
12 Dec 2024, 10:55
What to watch in women’s rugby: Will Lightning strike in-form Harlequins?
Harlequins are the form team in PWR heading into a match against Loughborough Lightning that could shift the mood around both club…
Martyn Thomas
12 Dec 2024, 10:40
Sale explain why Jonny Hill is ready for first start since January
The 30-year-old, who is out of contract at the Gallagher Premiership outfit at the end of this season, suffered a serious knee inj…
Liam Heagney
12 Dec 2024, 10:38
Scotland international Matt Currie to stay at Edinburgh
Scotland international Matt Currie has signed a new two-year deal with Edinburgh Rugby ahead of their EPCR Challenge Cup match aga…
Ian Cameron
12 Dec 2024, 10:00
Leicester Tigers eye ex-Wales flyhalf as Handre Pollard replacement
With Handré Pollard's future at Leicester Tigers uncertain, the club has already begun scouting potential replacements, with Sam …
Exclusive
Francisco Isaac
12 Dec 2024, 8:51
Stade Francais pair banned but Toulon back-rower is hit hardest
Toulon back-rower Yannick Youyoutte has been suspended for five matches following his altercation with Stormers’ Manie Libbok.
Liam Heagney
12 Dec 2024, 8:50
More bad news for Edinburgh rookie Freddy Douglas as team named
Edinburgh have confirmed teenage Scotland flanker Freddy Douglas is facing surgery on the ankle injury he sustained on his first s…
Bryn Palmer
12 Dec 2024, 8:33
Sam Warburton responds to Clive Woodward, names Gatland successor
The Welsh national team are currently in free fall under head coach Warren Gatland, with defeat to South Africa in their closing A…
Liam Heagney
12 Dec 2024, 8:04
Celtic Challenge: 'Excited to see what we can do as Glasgow Warriors'
Ailie Tucker’s carrying in the loose was a real feature for the Warriors as they tried to get on the front foot and at scrum tim…
Interview
Gary Heatly
12 Dec 2024, 7:53
Top 100: The unluckiest players not to make the list
Some players were unlucky to miss out on our men's Top 100 list. Here are 10 who could have made it.
LONG READ
Paul Williams
12 Dec 2024, 7:43
Steve Borthwick confirms uncapped England fixture against France
The Allianz Stadium fixture will take place a week after the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership June 14 final at the same venue.
Liam Heagney
12 Dec 2024, 6:44
Harlequins statement: Lengthy new contract signed by Marcus Smith
The back-in-favour England out-half had been touted for a move elsewhere in the Gallagher Premiership or to the French Top 14, but…
Liam Heagney
12 Dec 2024, 6:20
Ospreys add much-travelled lock to European roster
Experienced English lock Will Spencer has been added to the Ospreys' squad ahead of their European Challenge Cup match against Mon…
Jon Newcombe
12 Dec 2024, 6:19
South Africans rugby teams aren't helping themselves in Europe
What’s the opposite of exploding out of the blocks? Last week, in the opening round of continental domestic rugby, South Africa�…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
12 Dec 2024, 5:47
Model pro Dafydd Jenkins set to give Exeter a boost
Wales international Dafydd Jenkins is fit and available for selection and could make his seasonal bow for Exeter at home to Toulou…
Jon Newcombe
12 Dec 2024, 5:41
Last-ditch bid made to lure Luke Cowan-Dickie to France
Lyon have made a last-ditch attempt to lure England and Lions hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie away from Sale Sharks just over a week afte…
Neil Fissler
12 Dec 2024, 4:21
The Cheslin Kolbe reason to cheer new Japan Rugby League One season
The 31-year-old is one of eight members of this year’s Rugby Championship-winning South Africa squad lacing up their boots as th…
Matt McILraith
12 Dec 2024, 3:52
Top 100: Why Antoine Dupont is the best player in the world
The RugbyPass Top 100 has stirred up a huge amount of debate but how was the list formulated? With a lot of head-scratching.
LONG READ
Owain Jones
12 Dec 2024, 3:18
Mick Cleary: Five things English rugby must fix in 2025
Aftercare for players, the RFU's policy on overseas talent and Premiership travails are all high on the agenda for the next 12 mon…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
12 Dec 2024, 3:07
Cornish Pirates make 'great strides' in survival bid
Cornish Pirates' players have been told that their contracts will now be honoured until the end of the season after the club attra…
Jon Newcombe
12 Dec 2024, 2:37
Maddison Levi among nine Aussie 7s stars chasing 15s Rugby World Cup spot
Maddison Levi is one of nine SVNS Series stars who have committed to Super Rugby Women’s clubs in a bid to secure a spot in the …
Finn Morton
12 Dec 2024, 0:30
Australia’s sevens ‘Empress’ who helped change women’s sport forever
Australia’s Charlotte Caslick is universally regarded as one of the greatest female athletes in rugby sevens history.
Finn Morton
11 Dec 2024, 23:36
What history tells us about the All Blacks' 2025 home fixtures
The All Blacks host three of their most storied rivals on home soil in 2025, putting records on the line against France, South Afr…
Analysis
Ned Lester
11 Dec 2024, 22:30
Flying Fijians and Drua stars set to shine at inaugural Drua 10s in Nadi
Multiple Fijian Drua players and Flying Fijian representatives have been named to compete in the first-ever Drua 10.
Finn Morton
11 Dec 2024, 22:01
It's time for the All Blacks to break up Jordie Barrett and Rieko Ioane
You couldn’t call Jordie Barrett and Rieko Ioane a combination. They’re two individuals trying to carry strongly when they get…
Opinion
Hamish Bidwell
11 Dec 2024, 20:35
World Rugby unveils visual identity for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027
World Rugby has unveiled the official logo and visual vibrancy for the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 which will be held in Australi…
Finn Morton
11 Dec 2024, 18:25
The Black Fern dubbed the Sachin Tendulkar of New Zealand Rugby
Former Otago coach John Kyle called Kelly Brazier “the Sachin Tendulkar of New Zealand Rugby.” Kyle started Brazier as a 14-ye…
Interview
Adam Julian
11 Dec 2024, 18:10
‘Rugby has arrived in the United States’: PR7s’ record-breaking event
Premier Rugby Sevens (PR7s) has rewritten history, set new benchmarks, and helped raise the sport’s standing in North America.
Finn Morton
11 Dec 2024, 17:27
Four horsemen...and an apocalypse?
The usual suspects are showing their dominance early on in the Champions Cup which has a new broadcaster and is looking for direct…
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
11 Dec 2024, 16:12
Lady Crocs dream big after returning to international stage
Jamaica’s first women’s international in more than 13 years may have ended in defeat, but just getting onto the pitch in Mexic…
Interview
Martyn Thomas
11 Dec 2024, 12:02
Andre Snyman in fight against brain tumour
A fundraising page has been set up for former Springbok Andre Snyman who has been diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma, which is a t…
Jon Newcombe
11 Dec 2024, 11:11
Three English clubs interested in signing Wales' Taine Basham
Saints are one of three English clubs who are tracking the 25-year-old, with Premiership big spenders Bristol Bears and Sale Shark…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
11 Dec 2024, 10:40
How Callum Chick has reacted to latest Newcastle contract offer
Falcons have already lost England hooker Jamie Blamire to Leicester Tigers next season while Pumas lock Pedro Rubiolo, currently o…
Chris Jones
11 Dec 2024, 10:11
Lawrence Dallaglio posts poignant Tom Voyce message
Northumbria Police have said that Voyce is believed to have gone into the River Aln near Alnwick, Northumberland, and officers are…
Liam Heagney
11 Dec 2024, 9:15
Why it's Glasgow's time to come of age in the Champions Cup
The Warriors have conquered the URC and proven their mettle. Now they must break new ground in Europe.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
11 Dec 2024, 6:14
Pitch-perfect Bath benefitting from timely stitch-up
Head of Rugby Johann van Graan has revealed one of the less-publicised reasons why Bath Rugby are on such a good footing moving fo…
Jon Newcombe
11 Dec 2024, 6:04
Duhan van der Merwe explains why he has agreed new Edinburgh deal
The prolific 29-year-old winger was a major target for La Rochelle and several other cash-rich Top 14 outfits with his current con…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
11 Dec 2024, 5:30
Leicester's Harry Simmons confirms his immediate effect retirement
Having sustained an eye injury last January, he spent the whole of 2024 exploring ways that might allow him to get back on the pit…
Liam Heagney
11 Dec 2024, 5:20
Mike Phillips has doubled down on his criticism of Warren Gatland
It was last month, following Wales’ loss to Fiji in the Autumn Nations Series, when retired scrum-half Phillips let loose on Gat…
Liam Heagney
11 Dec 2024, 4:08
The Champions Cup 'change in results' Premiership clubs prediction
The Sale boss saw his team thumped 19-38 at Glasgow last Saturday night, one of the six losses inflicted on England’s top-flight…
Liam Heagney
11 Dec 2024, 3:41
The rugby community reaction to missing ex-England wing Tom Voyce
Northumbria Police said the 43-year-old is believed to have gone into the River Aln near Alnwick, Northumberland. Officers are sea…
PA
11 Dec 2024, 3:24
Aki Tuivailala: The latest Hamilton Boys High product in Crusaders colours
The Crusaders have profited handsomely from the rugby production factory that is Hamilton Boys High School, and that trend continu…
Ned Lester
10 Dec 2024, 22:57
What Australia’s coach and Charlotte Caslick said after shock SVNS loss
Australia women’s coach Tim Walsh and three-time Olympian Charlotte Caslick didn’t shy away from the disappointment of Sunday�…
Finn Morton
10 Dec 2024, 22:17
All Blacks Sevens prodigy Oli Mathis labelled ‘a freak’ after SVNS debut
Waikato's Aki Tuivailala has labelled new All Blacks Sevens sensation Oli Mathis “a freak” after the teenager’s strong start…
Finn Morton
10 Dec 2024, 19:54
What O'Connor makes of Crusaders' young 10s and getting 'schooled' by Mo'unga
Ex-Reds flyhalf James O'Connor has had five or so "real" training sessions to get a gauge on his new Crusaders teammates.
Ben Smith
10 Dec 2024, 19:06
Watch: Ilona Maher’s candid reaction to USA’s shock SVNS Series upset
From a café in England, Bristol Bears recruit Ilona Maher cheered on the USA Women’s Sevens side during their Semi-Final win at…
Finn Morton
10 Dec 2024, 18:08
'I felt like I wasn't quite done': James O'Connor explains his New Zealand roots and Crusaders move
Wallabies veteran James O'Connor said that his decision to take a deal with the Crusaders was to prove that he still has more to o…
Ben Smith
10 Dec 2024, 17:34
Crusaders' 2024 bronco king talks preseason, Dupont and mentorship
New Crusaders recruit Kyle Preston made an immediate impression in Super Rugby preseason with a team-best effort in the notorious …
Ned Lester
10 Dec 2024, 17:30
Australia targets Global Youth Sevens glory with strong U18 teams
An Australian Under 18s girls' side is looking to defend its title at the Global Youth Sevens, which will be held in Auckland late…
Finn Morton
10 Dec 2024, 17:16
'Razor's conservatism is in danger of halting New Zealand's progress'
Scott Robertson, highly untypical of New Zealand's approach, has taken a risk-averse view of selection.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
10 Dec 2024, 16:57
Rugby Australia have back up candidate in place should Schmidt walk
Schmidt's contract talks come amidst the release of an ambitious five-year strategy paper by RA that includes winning the Bledislo…
AAP
10 Dec 2024, 15:45
The David Nucifora Scotland verdict after 'five weeks on the ground'
The 62-year-old Australian recently started work as Scottish rugby’s performance director, charged with “providing a roadmap f…
PA
10 Dec 2024, 13:11
FFR statement: The dismissed Hugo Auradou, Oscar Jegou rape case
The 21-year-old French forwards were arrested in the aftermath of their July 6 Test debuts against the Pumas in Mendoza.
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2024, 12:52
Former England wing Tom Voyce feared dead after going missing in storm
Northumbria Police officers are searching for Voyce, who has not been seen since Saturday.
PA
10 Dec 2024, 12:28
The George Ford reaction at Sale after his 'fringe' England part
It was 2014 when Lancaster awarded Ford his Test debut, but the out-half will be plotting against his former head coach this weeke…
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2024, 11:54
Why Siya Kolisi's move to No 8 may boost the Springboks' RWC chances
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi's transition to No 8 has started off "nicely" according to former Springboks flanker Schalk Burge…
Josh Raisey
10 Dec 2024, 11:30
Ulster confirm Ben Moxham's season is over
Ulster Rugby have been dealt a major blow ahead of their upcoming Investec Champions Cup clash against Bordeaux Bègles, with the …
Josh Raisey
10 Dec 2024, 10:53
Injuries pile up for Leinster with a further three Ireland stars out
Leinster's injury list has continued to grow after their Investec Champions Cup round one victory over Bristol Bears with Ciaran F…
Josh Raisey
10 Dec 2024, 9:36
Schalk Burger names his surprise 'worst stadium'
As an 86-cap Springbok who has played in four Rugby World Cups and earned a living playing club rugby in his native South Africa, …
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
10 Dec 2024, 9:00
Two internationals back for Munster but no sign yet of Conor Murray
The Irish province opened their latest Investec Champions Cup campaign with a 33-7, bonus point win over Stade Francais in Limeric…
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2024, 8:21
'It doesn’t make sense for New Zealand to deny itself access to world-class players'
Despite fierce debate, Scott Robertson is convinced the All Blacks should have access to offshore stars.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
10 Dec 2024, 7:55
Ollie Smith gets Emerging Scotland call to end year out with injury
Glasgow Warriors full-back Ollie Smith is poised to bring his year-long spell on the sidelines to an end on Saturday after receivi…
Josh Raisey
10 Dec 2024, 7:41
Lions hopeful Marcus Smith compared to 'The King'
Two-time British and Irish Lions tourist and former England full-back Bob Hiller believes Marcus Smith is the closest player of th…
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
10 Dec 2024, 7:15
The Blair Kinghorn verdict on 'normal bloke' Antoine Dupont
It was around this time last year when the long-serving Edinburgh player quit the URC for the Top 14 and his one-year anniversary …
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2024, 6:17
Toulouse plan January tribute in South Africa for Medhi Narjissi
The defending Top 14/Champions Cup champions are poised to play a January match away to the Sharks in Durban and they will use tha…
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2024, 5:23
Stade Francais' Raffaele Storti attracting interest from Top 14 rivals
Portugal superstar Raffaele Storti might be on his way out of Stade Français to join Castres, but it is a transfer that is far fr…
Francisco Isaac
10 Dec 2024, 5:14
Mohamed Haouas faces February court appearance after weekend arrest
The front rower, whose catalogue of previous non-sporting transgressions include domestic violence, was detained on Saturday night…
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2024, 4:59
Aphelele Fassi: 'I gave up on myself, I would wake up exhausted with no plan'
The full-back's spectacular comeback has been one of the greatest success stories in a blockbuster year for the Springboks.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
10 Dec 2024, 4:46
'Doesn't look good': Edinburgh deliver Freddy Douglas injury update
Edinburgh will have to do without new Scotland cap Freddy Douglas for at least the next month after the flanker suffered an ankle …
Bryn Palmer
10 Dec 2024, 4:13
New Zealand’s next gen talent named in teams for Global Youth Sevens
New Zealand Rugby have revealed the nation’s Under 18s squads for the Global Youth Sevens in Auckland this weekend.
Finn Morton
10 Dec 2024, 0:17
The seven Wallabies ranked between 21 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list
Seven Wallabies have been ranked among the sport’s elite in the RugbyPass Top 100 list between 21 and 100.
Finn Morton
09 Dec 2024, 23:43
Los Pumas 7s Cape Town ratings: Moneta kept quiet, Osacdzuk impresses
Untimely mistakes creeping in at crucial times during the shortened Cape Town 7s saw Santiago Gómez Cora well beaten by the Sprin…
Opinion
Frankie Deges
09 Dec 2024, 23:37
Steve Hansen's claims that All Blacks were 'robbed' of World Cup shot down
Sir Steve Hansen has boldly claimed that the All Blacks were “robbed” in the 2023 World Cup final against the Springboks in Pa…
Henry Lee
09 Dec 2024, 23:37
Scott Barrett reflects on ‘demanding’ year as All Blacks captain
Weeks after the final test of 2024, Scott Barrett has reflected on a “trying year” as the All Blacks' captain.
Finn Morton
09 Dec 2024, 21:48
Springboks captain Kolisi's verdict on back row switch under Plumtree
Following on from the Sharks back to back-to-back victories in December 2024, former All Blacks assistant coach and current Sharks…
Henry Lee
09 Dec 2024, 21:31
Stormers receive important injury update
Springboks back Manie Libbok, versatile forward Keke Morabe and Ben-Jason Dixon are likely to miss this weekend's important clash …
Henry Lee
09 Dec 2024, 20:26
French sevens star joins ex-Wallaby in NFL’s prestigious pathway program
France's Joachim Trouabal enjoyed a successful stint on the SVNS Series but is now preparing for a shot at the NFL.
Finn Morton
09 Dec 2024, 19:05
Ex-All Black Shaun Stevenson’s ‘bombshell’ move to Japan – report
One-Test All Black Shaun Stevenson is reportedly on the move with a New Zealand broadcaster dropping “a rugby bombshell” on Mo…
Finn Morton
09 Dec 2024, 17:51
Black Ferns land trio of home Tests ahead of 2025 Rugby World Cup
2025 is calling and there is plenty to look forward to in international rugby, not least of which is a Rugby World Cup.
Ned Lester
09 Dec 2024, 16:42
All Blacks to put Eden Park record on the line against Springboks in 2025
The All Blacks will take on the World Champion Springboks at Eden Park in 2025, putting one of the longest-standing records on the…
Henry Lee
09 Dec 2024, 16:25
Five Tests on home soil as Wallaroos’ 2025 schedule revealed
Rugby Australia has announced the Wallaroos’ 2025 Test schedule ahead of the upcoming Women’s Rugby World Cup.
Finn Morton
09 Dec 2024, 16:21
Ronan O’Gara would ‘bite hands off’ for Test rugby but rules out one nation
The former Ireland fly-half has made his mark with La Rochelle.
PA
09 Dec 2024, 13:16
The 6 England players ranked between 21 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list
Six English players feature between 21 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list - a reflection of the talent at Steve Borthwick's dis…
Ian Cameron
09 Dec 2024, 12:45
Tug-of-war over Ulster's Jacob Stockdale appears to be won
Ulster are edging towards winning their tug-of-war with leading French sides Racing 92 and Lyon to keep Ireland winger Jacob Stock…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
09 Dec 2024, 11:34
Premiership Women's Rugby announces league-wide Canterbury boot initiative
Premiership Women’s Rugby has announced a new partnership with Canterbury that will equip the league’s players with three free…
Martyn Thomas
09 Dec 2024, 10:36
Ireland's fastest player Aaron Sexton one of 8 from rugby to join NFL
The NFL has announced its International Player Pathway programme class of 2025, which includes eight players from both rugby union…
Josh Raisey
09 Dec 2024, 10:20
Will overseas selection make the difference for British and Irish Lions?
Owen Farrell, Jack Willis and Courtney Lawes would add handsomely to the 2025 tourists - but will they get the opportunity?
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
09 Dec 2024, 9:54
Rugby's tallest player included in 31-man Emerging Scotland squad
Edinburgh lock Rob Carmichael has been selected in Gregor Townsend's 31-man Emerging Scotland squad that will play for the first t…
Josh Raisey
09 Dec 2024, 9:11
England back-row Sam Underhill on French giant's Christmas wishlist
Former Champions Cup winners La Rochelle have put England back row Sam Underhill on their shopping list for next season despite hi…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
09 Dec 2024, 7:50
'I know we rattled them' - Pam Lam reacts to Bristol's defeat to Leinster
Pat Lam says Bristol will give it a “real good go” when they face a second major Investec Champions Cup test in succession aga…
PA
09 Dec 2024, 7:30
Mystery surrounds sudden exit of Waqa Nalaga from Fijian Drua
The Fijian Drua have announced that they have parted ways with 21-year-old centre Waqa Nalaga.
Ian Cameron
09 Dec 2024, 4:32
Championship clubs call for SGM
The 12 clubs in English rugby's second tier issued a statement over the weekend calling for a Sepecial General Meeting and a motio…
Jon Newcombe
09 Dec 2024, 2:43
Former All Black Aidan Ross signs with Reds as Wallabies eligibility looms
Former All Blacks prop Aidan Ross will leave New Zealand’s shores after the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season to pursue an opportu…
Finn Morton
08 Dec 2024, 20:32
Springbok flyhalf one of two players hospitalised
The Stormers are "running out of cattle" according to head coach John Dobson after two players were hospitalised after the game ag…
Ben Smith
08 Dec 2024, 18:57
‘She’s a bit of a freak’: 20-year-old leads New Zealand to Cape Town title
Black Ferns Sevens captain Sarah Hirini has described Jorja Miller as “a bit of a freak” after the 20-year-old’s Player of t…
Finn Morton
08 Dec 2024, 18:49
Watch: All Black Jordie Barrett scores for Leinster on club debut
All Black recruit Jordie Barrett capped off his club debut for Leinster with a try against Bristol Bears in the 35-12 win.
Ben Smith
08 Dec 2024, 17:41
Another bottom-two finish for Ireland men on HSBC SVNS Series
Ireland’s men’s side have finished in the bottom two for the second time in as many HSBC SVNS Series events this season.
Finn Morton
08 Dec 2024, 17:28
Everyone is saying the same thing after Jordie Barrett's Leinster debut
Everyone is saying the same thing after Bristol Bears were brought down to earth in their Investec Champions Cup opener by a Leins…
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 16:05
Jordie Barrett and Leinster's 'Bomb Squad' disarm Bristol Bears
Premiership high-fliers Bristol were brought crashing down to earth in their Investec Champions Cup opener as tournament heavyweig…
PA
08 Dec 2024, 15:19
Scotland to kick off summer tour against New Zealand Maori
Scotland will face New Zealand Maori during their summer tour to the Southern Hemisphere next year.
PA
08 Dec 2024, 15:10
Leinster player ratings vs Bristol Bears | Champions Cup
Leinster player ratings: Leinster shook off a sluggish start to roar into fifth gear in a splendid second half, securing a comman…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 14:54
Newcastle suffer Challenge Cup defeat, Ospreys soar on enemy territory
Newcastle launched their European Challenge Cup Pool Two campaign with a 32-19 defeat in Pau after taking the lead three times.
PA
08 Dec 2024, 13:39
Leicester crumble in Bordeaux, Ulster shredded in Toulouse
Bordeaux-Begles mounted a second-half fightback to beat Leicester 42-28 in their opening Investec Champions Cup clash at Stade Cha…
PA
08 Dec 2024, 13:33
South Africa win title at home, New Zealand triumph as Cape Town champions
At the end of a new-look HSBC SVNS Series stop in Cape Town, New Zealand and South Africa triumphed in their respective title deci…
Finn Morton
08 Dec 2024, 13:21
Fissler Confidential: Prem club's failed bid for Jordie Barrett
Veteran Springbok full-back Willie Le Roux is waiting to see if he can attract any lucrative offers before deciding if he will tak…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
08 Dec 2024, 11:07
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Bordeaux | Investec Champions Cup
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Leicester came out firing in their Champions Cup opener, putting together a strong first half and…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 10:31
Watch: The ice-cold winner that knocked Fiji out of Cape Town title race
Enahemo Artaud broke Fijian hearts on Sunday afternoon with a clutch sideline conversion to hand France a dramatic 19-17 win.
Finn Morton
08 Dec 2024, 8:18
Franco Smith not getting carried away after Glasgow Warriors' Champions Cup boilover
Glasgow Warriors coach Franco Smith is remaining grounded despite seeing his side open the Champions Cup pool stage with an impres…
PA
08 Dec 2024, 8:00
New Zealand hand France heavy loss, Australia stunned in Cape Town semis
France have fallen short in a bid to repeat their heroics from SVNS Cape Town last season.
Finn Morton
08 Dec 2024, 6:55
Ospreys count cost of damage to stadium as game moved to rivals'
The Ospreys have been left to count the costs of damage to their stadium after Storm Darragh wreaked havoc at the venue over the w…
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2024, 6:32
Easterby takes the reins as cracks appear in Ireland's masterplan
Andy Farrell departs for Lions duty with his Ireland team looking unsure of itself and in need of rejuvenation
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
08 Dec 2024, 4:01
The piece of shed history that fires up Joe Heyes
Before Leicester embarked on their windy trip to Bordeaux for Sunday's Investec Champions Cup clash against Bordeaux, Tigers prop …
Interview
Jon Newcombe
08 Dec 2024, 3:00
Watch: Nearly 4 minutes of highlights as Fiji score 70 in epic sevens win
Fiji started their quest for another title triumph on the HSBC SVNS Series with a staggering 70-7 win over a newly promoted Urugua…
Finn Morton
08 Dec 2024, 2:43
Maddison Levi's 27-game streak comes to an end as Australia run hot
Levi, who scored a record-breaking 15 in a single World Series tournament to set up the triumph in Dubai last weekend, carried on …
AAP
07 Dec 2024, 22:59
Former Wallabies centre impressed with Joe Schmidt's progress
Joe Schmidt the former Ireland head coach and assistant coach of the All Blacks during the 2023 World Cup, took over the squad on …
Henry Lee
07 Dec 2024, 22:50
Jordan Petaia's schedule set with upcoming date with all 32 NFL teams
Skipping school to watch the Super Bowl might pay off for Jordan Petaia, who has quit rugby to scratch his NFL itch.
AAP
07 Dec 2024, 22:48
Olympic Gold Medalist weighs in on Dubai Sevens heartbreak
Olympic Gold Medalist Shiray Kaka reacted to the Black Ferns Sevens heartbreak loss last weekend in Dubai on the first leg of the …
Henry Lee
07 Dec 2024, 19:08
Watch: New Zealand prodigy Oli Mathis scores bizarre try after referee dropped
New Zealand's latest prodigy 19-year-old Oli Mathis showed off an unconventional move to beat France for a try in Cape Town.
Ben Smith
07 Dec 2024, 17:54
Watch: All Blacks Sevens destroyed by France's 'new' 6'5 Antoine
The All Blacks Sevens have been crushed 47-15 by Olympic champions France which ended their semi-final hopes in Cape Town in the s…
Ben Smith
07 Dec 2024, 16:53
Munster player ratings vs Stade Francais | Investec Champions Cup
Munster Rugby secured a 33 – 7 victory over Stade Francais at Thomond Park to get their Investec Champions Cup campaign off to t…
Opinion
Philip Bendon
07 Dec 2024, 16:31
Saracens open Champions Cup bid with Bulls win as Munster down Stade Francais
Saracens powered to victory over Bulls as a 27-5 victory marked the start of their Investec Champions Cup campaign. There was an e…
PA
07 Dec 2024, 15:43
Stade Francais player ratings vs Munster | Investec Champions Cup
Stade Francais player ratings: Stade Français were outplayed and outclassed at Thomond Park, unable to match Munster’s intensit…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 14:33
Cardiff's Challenge Cup comeback falls short in Lyon
,Cardiff had to settle for a bonus point after kicking off their European Challenge Cup campaign with a thrilling 37-26 defeat in …
PA
07 Dec 2024, 13:29
Northampton thump Castres in Champions Cup statement win
Northampton began their Investec Champions Cup campaign with a comfortable 38-8 bonus-point victory over Castres.
PA
07 Dec 2024, 13:20
Northampton Saints player ratings vs Castres | Investec Champions Cup
Last season's Investec Champions Cup semi-finalists Northampton Saints got their new campaign off to a perfect start with a 38-8 b…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
07 Dec 2024, 12:16
Challenge Cup shock as Top 14 newbies fall to Black Lion
There was a minor shock in the EPCR Challenge Cup as the Georgian Black Lion defeated a Top 14 side for the first time, earning a …
Francisco Isaac
07 Dec 2024, 12:10
The 11 All Blacks ranked between 41 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list
Eleven All Blacks players have been selected between 41 and 100 on the RugbyPass Top 100 list, which ranks the sport's best rugby …
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 10:58
Jake White clarifies 'buffet' comment about Bok rookie
The Bulls’ Director of Rugby, Jake White, has come out in defence of his Springbok back Canan Moodie, saying he never intended t…
Rugby365
07 Dec 2024, 10:20
'I apologise': Ronan O'Gara explains post-match incident with Bath fans
Ronan O'Gara has apologised for any offence caused by his language after being approached by Bath fans following La Rochelle's nar…
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 9:38
Filo Tiatia brands Dragons players 'selfish' in defeat to Montpellier
Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia has criticised his team’s lack of cohesion, describing moments in their Challenge Cup defeat to M…
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 9:24
Johann van Graan and Ronan O'Gara on Bath loss to La Rochelle
Bath boss Johann van Graan was left to reflect on “small margins” after his team lost their opening Investec Champions Cup gam…
PA
07 Dec 2024, 5:05
La Rochelle player ratings vs Bath | Investec Champions Cup
La Rochelle player ratings: La Rochelle demonstrated why they are two-time Champions Cup winners, showing composure and grit in a …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2024, 5:02
Sir Steve Hansen's verdict on Scott Robertson's All Blacks
With the All Blacks' season all wrapped up, the final analysis and verdicts are being delivered and Rugby World Cup-winning head c…
Ned Lester
06 Dec 2024, 23:00
Sir Steve Hansen labels Springboks 'very beatable'
Sir Steve Hansen has had a few rumbles against the Springboks in his time, and while the former All Blacks coach knows all too wel…
Ned Lester
06 Dec 2024, 19:16
Albert Tuisue saves Gloucester as Edinburgh's discipline collapses
A second-half try from Albert Tuisue proved the difference in a tight encounter as the hosts took advantage of sin-binnings for Ed…
PA
06 Dec 2024, 17:54
Third-quarter surge falls short for Bath as La Rochelle win Champions Cup opener
Bath’s Investec Champions Cup hopes suffered an immediate setback as twice-winners La Rochelle triumphed 24-20 at the Recreation…
PA
06 Dec 2024, 17:26
Bath player ratings vs La Rochelle | Investec Champions Cup
Bath player ratings: In tough conditions at The Rec, Bath battled bravely but ultimately fell to a disappointing 24-20 Investec Ch…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
06 Dec 2024, 17:07
'More serious' - Glasgow issue brutal Adam Hastings update
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith has confirmed he expects to be without Scotland fly-half Adam Hastings for at least the next three…
Bryn Palmer
06 Dec 2024, 17:00
Jack Nowell: 'Bath should get a backlash from La Rochelle this weekend'
Once a Champions Cup winner with Exeter Chiefs, the England wing returns to the West Country in the colours of serial champions La…
LONG READ
Neil Squires
06 Dec 2024, 15:45
Franco Smith reveals Glasgow Warriors' 'big objective' for Champions Cup
Franco Smith has challenged Glasgow to complement an encouraging start to their United Rugby Championship title defence by mountin…
PA
06 Dec 2024, 11:38
The 7 Springboks ranked between 41 and 100 in the RugbyPass Top 100 list
The RugbyPass Top 100 list has so far included seven Springboks between 100 and 41 on the rankings.
Ian Cameron
06 Dec 2024, 11:12
Will Genia questions All Black's spot in RugbyPass Top 100
Former Wallabies halfback Will Genia has questioned the position of one particular All Black in the RugbyPass Top 100 rugby player…
Ian Cameron
06 Dec 2024, 10:29
The 8 teams I predict will make Champions Cup quarter-finals – Andy Goode
There’s always conjecture around the Champions Cup but the best club competition in the world never fails to stir the emotions a…
Andy Goode
06 Dec 2024, 9:25
Bok report card: All 51 South Africa players rated for 2024
The Springboks came within two late kicks of a perfect record across 2024. A Ciaran Frawley drop goal in the 80th minute in Durban…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
06 Dec 2024, 9:16
Jordie Barrett set for Leinster debut as superstars return
All Blacks centre Jordie Barrett is set to make his much-anticipated Leinster debut on Sunday against Bristol Bears in the Investe…
Josh Raisey
06 Dec 2024, 9:04
England rest rule affects Leicester team selection
Leicester Tigers head coach Michael Cheika has chosen to leave England lock George Martin out of the team for this weekend's trip …
Jon Newcombe
06 Dec 2024, 8:54
Wales flanker Shane Lewis-Hughes undergoes amputation to save career
Dragons flanker Shane Lewis-Hughes will be out of action over the coming weeks after having his finger amputated.
Josh Raisey
06 Dec 2024, 7:25
‘We haven’t unlocked our potential’: Hungry Chiefs set for Bear hunt
Exeter Chiefs centre Gabby Cantorna has warned the club’s Premiership Women’s Rugby rivals the league leaders have “a little…
Exclusive
Martyn Thomas
06 Dec 2024, 6:00
Sale Sharks warned to expect 'horrible' experience against URC big dogs
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has warned his players to expect a “horrible” experience when they open their Investec Champions Cup …
Chris Jones
06 Dec 2024, 5:36
South Africa reach a decision after vote over US investment
The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has rejected a proposal from the Ackerley Sports Group over investment in the sport's commerc…
Josh Raisey
06 Dec 2024, 5:23
Edinburgh boss Sean Everitt casts doubt over Hamish Watson's future
Edinburgh head coach Sean Everitt insists the European Challenge Cup remains a major target and he is not taking a weakened team t…
Bryn Palmer
06 Dec 2024, 4:33
Lawrence Dallaglio: Lions year adds extra spice to Champions Cup
As the closest thing to Test rugby, Lawrence Dallaglio says the Investec Champions Cup gives players a golden opportunity to furth…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
06 Dec 2024, 3:00
Brumbies land services of Tongan international prop
The Brumbies have found a veteran powerhouse to bloster their front row stocks in the form of Tongan international prop Feao Fotua…
Ned Lester
05 Dec 2024, 22:27
The winners and losers from the Wallabies' Autumn Nations Series
The book has now officially closed on the Wallabies’ Autumn Nations Series and with it the 2024 season.
Opinion
John Ferguson
05 Dec 2024, 20:24
France reject All Blacks bid to host July Test in USA
The French Rugby Federation have declined a request from New Zealand Rugby to play the third and final of their July Series Tests …
Ned Lester
05 Dec 2024, 17:47
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