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Watch: Kini Naholo's freakish natural talent on show again

Naholo recently made the decision to sign with Taranaki and join the 2018 academy intake, after representing the Chiefs under-18 …

Online Editors

21 Nov 2017, 20:05

Kieran Read battling injury to face Wales

All Blacks captain Kieran Read has been given extra recovery time in order to be fit for the test match against Wales, missing the…

Online Editors

21 Nov 2017, 16:18

Savea third All Black stricken by Mumps

"He's in his room and has been in isolation for a few days. He has been fully vaccinated previously as a kid, but clearly, he has …

Online Editors

21 Nov 2017, 14:54

Hughes ruled out of Samoa clash as Watson, Joseph omitted

England coach Eddie Jones has retained 25 players to face Samoa, but Anthony Watson, Jonathan Joseph and the injured Nathan Hughes…

Christopher Devine

21 Nov 2017, 14:42

England Squad Update

Eddie Jones has retained 25 players to prepare for England’s Old Mutual Wealth Series match against Samoa at Twickenham Stadium.

Online Editors

21 Nov 2017, 12:44

Allister Coetzee's future in jeopardy

Speculation is continuing to mount in South Africa that current head coach Allister Coetzee could be out of a job next month due t…

RugbyPass

21 Nov 2017, 12:20

Renewed interest for Glasgow Warriors lock Gray

It is being reported that Championship side Bristol have put an offer forward to Glasgow Warriors lock Jonny Gray leaving his futu…

RugbyPass

21 Nov 2017, 11:59

Scarlets Injury SOS brings former Welsh international out of retirement

Former Wales and British and Irish Lion could be in line to make a comeback, having retired at the end of last season, as he has b…

RugbyPass

21 Nov 2017, 10:59

Former Wallaby captain announces retirement from all forms of rugby

Former Australian captain Stephen Moore has announced he is retiring from all forms of rugby following the Wallabies clash with Sc…

RugbyPass

21 Nov 2017, 10:13

Wales lose Williams and Cuthbert for All Blacks clash

Wales will be without Alex Cuthbert and Liam Williams when they host New Zealand at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.

Alex Fisher

21 Nov 2017, 7:44

Edinburgh land former New Zealand under 20 playmaker

Edinburgh have today announced the signing of former Auckland Blues fly-half Simon Hickey on a two-year deal. The 23-year-old who …

RugbyPass

21 Nov 2017, 7:20

Brumbies sign Wallaby lock's gigantic 6'10, 127kg twin

The Brumbies have announced the signing of 6'10 and 127kg lock Richie Arnold, twin brother of current Brumbie Rory, on a two year …

RugbyPass

21 Nov 2017, 4:19

Watch: Kenya's schoolboy prodigy tearing up in South Africa

Kenya has uncovered their first schoolboy prodigy - Jeff Mutuku. Jeff began playing rugby in 2012 at 12 years old when he attended…

Online Editors

20 Nov 2017, 22:04

Analysis: How the All Blacks unleashed Sonny Bill Williams against Scotland

The reality is the role Williams plays in the All Blacks midfield has changed. He is being asked to do different things, most of w…

Ben Smith

20 Nov 2017, 21:54

Brown could return for England, Underhill out

Eddie Jones has flagged the likely availability of Mike Brown for England's Test against Samoa at Twickenham.

Iain Strachan

20 Nov 2017, 13:53

Is it time England fans started valuing this 'unfashionable' trio of players?

As trios go, these three players take an inordinate amount of flak from rugby fans and even some sections of the media.

Alex Shaw

20 Nov 2017, 13:49

Wallabies coach Cheika faces investigation

Australia coach Michael Cheika was furious at some of the decisions made in England's win on Saturday, and he now faces disciplina…

Iain Strachan

20 Nov 2017, 13:41

Gatland vows not to rise to New Zealand media barbs

The New Zealand media were not too favourable of Warren Gatland as Lions coach, but he will not rise to any future jibes.

Iain Strachan

20 Nov 2017, 12:00

Michael Hooper has a new unwelcome record

Australian captain Michael Hooper broke the record for most yellow cards received by an international player during his sides 30-6…

RugbyPass

20 Nov 2017, 11:36

Underhill to be rested after picking up second concussion this season

Eddie Jones is to rest backrow Sam Underhill for England's clash with Samoa this weekend.

Ian Cameron

20 Nov 2017, 9:45

EXCLUSIVE: Details of England women's lucrative new deal revealed

England’s women’s players have struck a new new deal thrashed with the RFU after their one year full time contracts will contr…

Chris Jones

20 Nov 2017, 8:16

Scotland need wins, not glorious defeats – Andy Goode

The All Blacks got out of jail on Saturday and you couldn’t help but be impressed by Scotland and the whole atmosphere at Murray…

Andy Goode

20 Nov 2017, 7:56

Just 7 All Blacks remain from RWC2015 - Hansen

New Zealand will sign off a busy 2017 in Wales at the weekend, and coach Steve Hansen is satisfied with another year of progressio…

Matthew Scott

20 Nov 2017, 7:03

Everyday New Zealand Rugby - The best steps, ankle breakers and footwork

One of the theories in the world of rugby is that New Zealand's talent pool is unmatched anywhere in the world. Comment sections o…

Online Editors

20 Nov 2017, 0:46

All Black indiscipline revealed

Want to know just how much the All Blacks infringe? Have a look at these numbers and see the proof.

RugbyPass

19 Nov 2017, 22:26

Welsh great 'wonders if Wales are ready to face New Zealand'

One of Wales' greatest ever players has issued a dire warning to his old team in the wake of their uninspiring 13-6 win over Georg…

Online Editors

19 Nov 2017, 20:18

Confirmed: Shields to Wasps, potential England call up

Brad Shields announced today he will be leaving New Zealand Rugby at the conclusion of the Hurricanes' 2018 Super Rugby campaign.

Online Editors

19 Nov 2017, 15:56

Confirmed - Finn Russell is leaving Glasgow Warriors

Glasgow Warriors have confirmed that fly-half Finn Russell will leave the club at the end of the season.

RugbyPass

19 Nov 2017, 15:51

The ridiculous Toulon backline that started vs Racing...but still lost

If there was any lingering doubt as to how insanely stacked Toulon's squad is, one needn't have looked further than their starting…

Ian Cameron

19 Nov 2017, 15:34

Watch: Manu Samoa v Manu Romania

One international that flew under the radar over the weekend was Manu Samoa’s 17-13 loss to Romania in Bucharest.

Campbell Burnes

19 Nov 2017, 14:32

Kiwis carving up the north: Heem brings the power

Bryce Heem seems to have found a home at Sixways.

Campbell Burnes

19 Nov 2017, 14:15

Racing climb above Toulon in thriller

A thrilling Top 14 encounter saw Racing 92 emerge with maximum points from their trip to Toulon.

RugbyPass

19 Nov 2017, 12:43

Exeter have just gone top of the Premiership

The Premiership has a new leader after Exeter Chiefs capitalised on a defeat for Saracens with victory over Harlequins.

Jack Davies

19 Nov 2017, 11:33

All Blacks lose two ahead of Wales clash

New Zealand will be without Rieko Ioane and Luke Romano against Wales, who have doubts about Liam Williams' fitness.

Jack Davies

19 Nov 2017, 9:24

All Blacks - player ratings v Scotland

The All Black survived a scare against Scotland at Murrayfield today, here's how the players fared individually.

RugbyPass

18 Nov 2017, 23:18

Hogg and Barclay 'gutted' to let All Blacks escape

New Zealand were at risk of succumbing to a surprise loss to Scotland at Murrayfield, where the home team were disappointed to fal…

Iain Strachan

18 Nov 2017, 22:52

Springboks gain measure of revenge over 2023 RWC hosts France

France were controversially selected ahead of South Africa as 2023 Rugby World Cup hosts, but the Springboks ran out winners on th…

Christopher Devine

18 Nov 2017, 17:18

Wasps sting Falcons, Warriors off the mark

A recent run of good Premiership form continued for Wasps as they saw off Newcastle Falcons, while Worcester Warriors finally won.

Iain Strachan

18 Nov 2017, 16:10

Montpellier take charge of Top 14 as Lyon slip up

Lyon's defeat at champions Clermont allowed Montpellier to take ownership of first place in France's Top 14.

Iain Strachan

18 Nov 2017, 16:04

Jones: Refs 'best in the world for today'

England coach Eddie Jones was delighted by his side's win over Australia but objected to the suggestion the hosts were fortunate.

Christopher Devine

18 Nov 2017, 15:49

Thumb injury ends Coleman's tour

A thumb injury has forced an early end to Adam Coleman's tour.

Alex Fisher

18 Nov 2017, 15:40

Ireland's lack of depth exposed in close Fiji scare

Ireland's first-choice side thrashed the Springboks last weekend, but a team showing 13 changes had to work hard to beat Fiji.

Christopher Devine

18 Nov 2017, 14:29

Video - Cheika makes no excuses after controversial calls hurt Australia

Michael Cheika appeared flabbergasted by some of the refereeing decisions at Twickenham, but made no excuses after his side had lo…

Christopher Devine

18 Nov 2017, 14:20

Brave Scotland almost topple All Blacks

Scotland came out firing today at Murrayfield, putting together one of their best performances of recent years despite losing to t…

Online Editors

18 Nov 2017, 13:19

Georgia courageous in loss to Wales

Warren Gatland will have been far from pleased with the laborious nature of Wales' 13-6 win over Georgia.

Omnisport

18 Nov 2017, 12:14

Wallabies - Player ratings

The Wallabies good recent run of form came to an at a very dreary Twickenham. Here's how the players rated.

Robert Seltzer

18 Nov 2017, 11:52

England claim controversial win over Wallabies

England claimed victory over Australia at Twickenham following a helter-skelter match featuring a host of controversial incidents.

Christopher Devine

18 Nov 2017, 11:33

England Player Ratings vs Australia

England blew the cobwebs and some of their lingering criticisms away with a 30-6 victory over Australia today, their fifth over th…

Alex Shaw

18 Nov 2017, 11:26

Pumas finish strongly to see off Italy

Nicolas Sanchez kicked 13 points as Argentina got the better of Italy courtesy of a strong finish in Florence.

Christopher Devine

18 Nov 2017, 10:32

Cue the predictable outrage, but spare me the guilt trip - Scotty Stevenson

If it is true that Brad Shields said ‘no thanks’ to a stopgap spot in the All Blacks on their Northern Tour in the hope he can…

Scotty Stevenson

18 Nov 2017, 4:27

Gloucester's second-half surge stuns leaders Saracens

Saracens were dealt just their second defeat of the campaign as Gloucester produced a stunning second-half surge.

Nicholas McGee

17 Nov 2017, 18:37

Flanker snubs All Blacks for England opportunity - report

Hurricanes and Wellington loose forward Brad Shields has apparently spurned the chance for an All Black call up, according to The …

Online Editors

17 Nov 2017, 17:07

Want to help Pacific Island rugby? Give the players the power to choose

While World Rugby revealed a bit more of its agenda than it probably wanted to, the overshadowing of the real problem in the game …

Jamie Wall

17 Nov 2017, 15:29

Swinson set to miss Six Nations after finger surgery

Scotland are likely to be without Tim Swinson for their Six Nations campaign after he was ruled out for four months.

Nicholas McGee

17 Nov 2017, 11:50

Cheika disrespected referee - Jones

The England head coach does not expect referee Ben O'Keeffe to be influenced by Michael Cheika's words.

Peter Thompson

17 Nov 2017, 11:08

Uncapped Brumby replaces injured Coleman for Twickenham clash

Adam Coleman was ruled out of the Cook Cup clash at Twickenham on the eve of the match, so Blake Enever will make his internationa…

Peter Thompson

17 Nov 2017, 10:47

Vunipola wants more support for Pacific Island nations

Billy Vunipola wants more Tier 1 nations to play Tests in the Pacific Islands and World Rugby to provide more support for infrastr…

Rugby Pod

17 Nov 2017, 8:31

Five Scottish players to watch on Saturday

After 30 winless games stretching back to 1905, Scotland find themselves once again hoping to defeat world champions New Zealand a…

Steph Brawn

17 Nov 2017, 7:54

John Barclay set for return to Scotland

Former Glasgow Warriors man Barclay, capped 64 times by his country, lifted the Pro12 title with Scarlets last season but is looki…

Peter Thompson

17 Nov 2017, 7:48

England winger faster than Usain Bolt

As England get set to face Australia in Twickenham this Saturday, head Coach Eddie Jones will be happy to know he has selected pos…

RugbyPass

17 Nov 2017, 6:02

Youngs braced for 'confrontational and confident' Wallabies

Battle-hardened by the recent Rugby Championship, the Wallabies will be a tough challenge for England, according to Ben Youngs.

Iain Strachan

17 Nov 2017, 4:46

Steve Diamond banned for this post match interview

Following the match Sale Sharks v Exeter Chiefs on Friday 27 October 2017, Diamond gave a broadcast interview during which he alle…

Online Editors

17 Nov 2017, 4:23

The Breakdown: A statistical look at Saturday's rugby internationals

Fans of international rugby are in for a treat this weekend, with another hectic schedule involving the top nine teams in the rank…

Peter Thompson

17 Nov 2017, 4:02

Mouths from the south - the best/worst of Eddie Jones and Michael Cheika

While the Australians have a chance for revenge after their humiliating 3-0 series defeat to the English last year, all eyes will …

RugbyPass

16 Nov 2017, 23:08

Taylor replaces Coles for All Blacks at Murrayfield

New Zealand have made a solitary, injury enforced, change to their line-up to face Scotland, who make two alterations for the matc…

Matthew Scott

16 Nov 2017, 17:00

Cheika accuses England of deliberate late shots

Michael Cheika has started the war-of-words before Saturday's test against England, claiming that in last year's fixtures against…

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 16:09

Fiji name easily the heaviest backline ever assembled in international rugby

Fiji have named what is almost certainly the heaviest backline ever assembled in international rugby for their clash with Ireland …

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2017, 15:26

Watch: Locks just shouldn't be able to do this

These kinds of skills you would expect of a precious back, not from your main lineout option. Taine is the son of Hurricanes forwa…

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 14:51

The Japanese club Dan Carter is likely to join named

All Blacks legend Dan Carter is set to finish his career in Japan and this club will give him the chance to add another winners me…

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 14:24

SBW receives apology from ref over yellow card

'The penalty was obviously awarded, but he said he made that mistake by sending me off.'

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 14:07

Irish politician's inadvertently hilarious take on failed RWC bid demands watching

An Irish politician's summation of the country's failed bid to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup has gone viral today.

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2017, 11:10

All Blacks name strongest possible side for Murrayfield clash

Steve Hansen has named his strongest possible side for the All Blacks' clash with Scotland on Saturday.

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 10:58

Springboks name side to face France

There have been several changes to the Springboks side to face France at the weekend.

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 8:18

Tom Croft retires with 'immediate effect'

Former England, Lions and current Leicester Tigers backrow Tom Croft has retired with immediate effect.

RugbyPass

16 Nov 2017, 7:31

Head of IRFU fires shots at Wales and Scotland over RWC betrayal

The head of the IRFU, Philip Browne, has thrown serious shade at Scotland and Wales over their lack of support for Ireland's RWC20…

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2017, 6:32

England name team to face the Wallabies

Jones has made four changes to the side that defeated Argentina 21-8 on Saturday.

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 5:30

Wallabies can gain England revenge - Horwill

Australia have lost their last four Tests against England, but James Horwill says they can end that run this weekend.

Peter Thompson

16 Nov 2017, 5:07

Rebels sign Wallabies trio

The defunct Western Force's loss is proving to be the Rebels' gain, with three Wallabies agreeing to make the move to Melbourne.

Peter Thompson

16 Nov 2017, 4:44

Hong Kong fall just short against Russia

Hong Kong came agonisingly close to taking down Russia in their opening match of the Regal Hotels Cup of Nations at King’s Park …

Online Editors

16 Nov 2017, 4:09

Did France buy their way to #RWC2023?

A very dusty Scotty Stevenson chats with Mils Muliaina about a wide range of topics, from the 2023 RWC hosting decision to Ronan O…

RugbyPass

15 Nov 2017, 21:19

Scots skipper on All Blacks: 'We have looked at how to beat them'

Scotland captain John Barclay reckons it's not worth dwelling on the past matches.

Online Editors

15 Nov 2017, 19:36

Analysis: Why the Wallabies need to play Kurtley Beale at 12 against England

With Folau rested for the end of year tour, Beale has been playing fullback. However, if Australia is going to reverse their recen…

Ben Smith

15 Nov 2017, 17:42

The Six Nations is what we need - Georgian coach

Rapidly improving Georgia's Kiwi coach Milton Haig has once again raised the question of whether the Lelos should be included into…

Online Editors

15 Nov 2017, 16:06

Will the Wallabies unleash the Tongan Thor?

YouTube sensation Taniela Tupou, known as the Tongan Thor, will be residentially qualified to play for the Wallabies next week in …

Ben Smith

15 Nov 2017, 15:22

South Africa World Cup snub not humiliating insists World Rugby chairman

France's bid got the nod as South Africa's hopes of hosting the 2023 Rugby World Cup were dashed in a decision that raised eyebrow…

Russell Greaves

15 Nov 2017, 13:51

French stars to leave Toulouse

Toulouse have been unable to tie Les Bleus duo into signing new contracts with the club.

Peter Thompson

15 Nov 2017, 11:07

Quelle surprise? French not surprised by RWC decision and here's why

Eyebrows were raised when France was named the host nation for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, but the nation's bid leader was not surpr…

Russell Greaves

15 Nov 2017, 10:18

Video - 'Some level of embarrassment for World Rugby' - BOD

The decision to award Rugby World Cup 2023 to France was always going to leave a lot of noses out of joint, not least the Irish bi…

Ian Cameron

15 Nov 2017, 9:58

SA Rugby chief questions 'opaque' World Cup decision process

South Africa were favourites to stage the World Cup in six years' time, but the tournament will instead return to France

Peter Thompson

15 Nov 2017, 8:38

France announced as hosts of Rugby World Cup 2023

World Rugby described the process as transparent, objective, professional, but there will be a lot of questions given that an inde…

RugbyPass

15 Nov 2017, 7:04

Live Streaming - Rugby World Cup 2023 host selection announcement

Today the World Rugby Council appoints the Rugby World Cup 2023 host.

RugbyPass

15 Nov 2017, 6:54

Wallabies to check on Coleman for England clash

Australia's Adam Coleman will undergo a fitness test on Thursday to see if he can line up against Six Nations champions England.

Peter Thompson

15 Nov 2017, 5:39

Super Rugby to hit the USA

"We are excited that rugby fans in the United States will get the opportunity to enjoy and witness Super Rugby first hand."

Online Editors

14 Nov 2017, 16:54

Wales' Warburton expecting to miss Six Nations

After undergoing neck surgery in September, Wales' Sam Warburton is viewing a potential appearance at the Six Nations as "a big bo…

Tom Webber

14 Nov 2017, 15:40

Spirited France XV come up short against New Zealand

A France XV could not improve on the first team's poor form as they were also beaten by New Zealand on Tuesday.

Ben Spratt

14 Nov 2017, 15:06

England drop Kruis for Wallabies clash

Eddie Jones has again demonstrated his ruthless streak by leaving George Kruis out of the England squad to take on the Wallabies.

Peter Thompson

14 Nov 2017, 10:35

Update - Eddie Jones names 25 retained players for Wallabies test

Eddie Jones has retained 25 players to prepare for England’s Old Mutual Wealth Series match against Australia at Twickenham Stad…

RugbyPass

14 Nov 2017, 8:55

Watch: Beale offers Prince William his budgie smugglers for Christmas

Kurtley Beale did not feel the urge to dress up for the occasion when the Duke of Cambridge came into the dressing room in Cardiff…

Peter Thompson

14 Nov 2017, 7:24

Bath prop Auterac set to leave for Premiership rivals

The transfer season is beginning to ramp up in the northern hemisphere and the next name that is set to hit the rugby headlines is…

Alex Shaw

14 Nov 2017, 5:19

Jonathan Davies hit with devastating injury set back

Jonathan Davies will miss next year's Six Nations with a foot injury sustained on Wales duty.

Jack Davies

14 Nov 2017, 4:11

Rugby Rewind - England vs the Wallabies, 13th November 2010

This autumn’s Old Mutual Wealth series continues this weekend, with England taking on Australia at Twickenham on Saturday in a h…

Dan Johansson

14 Nov 2017, 3:58

Analysis: Ireland's killer blow against the Springboks – The triangle double screen

With just under ten minutes to play, Ireland held a 17-3 lead over South Africa. Ireland had worked into a dominant position in th…

Ben Smith

13 Nov 2017, 23:14

Former Wallaby re-signs with Leicester Tigers

The extension, announced on Monday night by Leicester, takes him past the 2019 Rugby World Cup, and with 31 Tests to his name, he …

Online Editors

13 Nov 2017, 15:33

Eddie Jones makes public apology...before attacking journalist's 'professionalism'

Eddie Jones moved from defence to attack better than his players today as he dealt with the fall-out from the television pictures …

Chris Jones

13 Nov 2017, 14:25

Barrett and Ioane shortlisted for Men's World Player of the Year gong

Two All Blacks and as many England players on the shortlist to be named the best player in the world along with Israel Folau.

Peter Thompson

13 Nov 2017, 13:44

Dan Carter expected to sign with Japanese Top League club

Dan Carter is expected to finish his playing career in Japan next year, according to French reports.

Online Editors

13 Nov 2017, 13:40

Eddie Jones told off by his 93-year-old mother for swearing

Eddie Jones' frustration got the better off him at Twickenham on Saturday and his elderly mother was not impressed.

Peter Thompson

13 Nov 2017, 13:18

Irreplaceable Farrell sees stock soar in his absence – Andy Goode

They say you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone and that was definitely the case with English rugby and Owen Farrell …

Andy Goode

13 Nov 2017, 11:47

Who's got the worst union in World Rugby? Part 2 - South Africa

“Their selection policies are not conducive to creating a merit based team and the prestige that goes along with knowing that yo…

Online Editors

13 Nov 2017, 10:46

BREAKING: Harry Thacker is set to leave Leicester Tigers

With a perfect record of eight wins from eight games, Pat Lam’s Bristol are looking in good shape to return the to Premiership a…

Alex Shaw

13 Nov 2017, 10:28

In their darkest hour, the Springboks are recalling a true powerhouse

Coenie Oosthuizen has flown home after suffering knee ligament damage against Ireland, so Duane Vermeulen could face France in Par…

Peter Thompson

13 Nov 2017, 9:41

Who's got the worst union in World Rugby? Part 1 - Samoa

But to those with experience on the ground in Samoa, the story is one more of corruption and mismanagement

Online Editors

13 Nov 2017, 9:34

Wales resort to the tried and tested

Jonathan Davies' ankle injury has prompted Warren Gatland to call up the experienced Jamie Roberts.

Peter Thompson

13 Nov 2017, 9:26

Leicester extend five player contracts

Leicester Tigers announced new deals for five players on Monday, with Dan Cole and Matt Toomua the standout names.

Tom Webber

13 Nov 2017, 8:12

Scotland lose three players through injury

Ahead of their match against world champions New Zealand, Scotland have lost three players to injury.

Tom Webber

13 Nov 2017, 7:58

Marler called up to England squad for Wallabies clash

Eddie Jones has named a 35-man England squad to play Australia, with Joe Marler selected after serving a suspension.

Tom Webber

13 Nov 2017, 5:06

The Springboks are the new France

Everything was going well after the heroic loss to the All Blacks in Cape Town, then they go to Dublin and get hosed by the Irish.

Jamie Wall

13 Nov 2017, 4:11

Watch: Try of the year candidate by Georgian fullback

How is this for pace?

Online Editors

12 Nov 2017, 17:10

Te'o to join England camp as centre steps up recovery

England have invited Ben Te'o to spend time with the squad to assist with his recovery from injury.

Jack Davies

12 Nov 2017, 16:55

Watch: Kiwis carving up the north - international edition

Kiwis are making their presence felt in November via several international teams in the north, and not just the All Blacks and Mao…

Campbell Burnes

12 Nov 2017, 14:31

Update - Eddie Jones names 35 man squad for Wallabies Test

England head coach Eddie Jones has called up 35 players ahead of England’s second Test of the Old Mutual Wealth Series against A…

RugbyPass

12 Nov 2017, 13:20

Coles gone for six months

The All Black hooker went down 24 minutes into the test match, after playing a starring role by scoring the first try.

Online Editors

12 Nov 2017, 12:36

Video - Kurtley Beale teaches Steff Evans a lesson in international rugby

Steff Evans is an exceptional player, and he will likely have a healthy career at international level, but Wallaby fullback Kurtle…

Ian Cameron

12 Nov 2017, 8:29

Rokoduguni eager to prove himself for England

England laboured to an underwhelming win over Argentina, but Semesa Rokoduguni did manage to catch the eye.

Russell Greaves

12 Nov 2017, 6:22

Springbok player ratings

For a second time in 2017 under coach Allister Coetzee, the Springbok conceded a record score - this time, a 3-38 defeat to Irelan…

RugbyPass

12 Nov 2017, 1:03

All Black player ratings

Here's how the All Blacks fared in this morning's 38-18 victory over France in Paris.

Online Editors

11 Nov 2017, 23:13

Hansen: Sonny Bill didn't know the rules

Sonny Bill Williams was unaware of the rule that led to his yellow card against France, All Blacks coach Steve Hansen said.

Dejan Kalinic

11 Nov 2017, 22:31

Player ratings: Wallabies v Wales

It was a morale boosting win for the Wallabies in Cardiff as they embark on their three-match tour, here's how the players perform…

Robert Seltzer

11 Nov 2017, 20:51

Watch - Eddies Jones' loses it during England's sloppy display

England were below their best against Argentina, but Eddie Jones said: "The reality is we haven't played a game together since Mar…

Christopher Devine

11 Nov 2017, 20:40

Watch - Coetzee learns lesson from Albany: 'No positives' in this hiding

Watch as Allister Coetzee faces the media after the Springboks' 38-3 loss to Ireland.

Online Editors

11 Nov 2017, 16:58

All Blacks 38 France 18 - Match review

It was a game of two halves in Paris today as the All Blacks beat France 38-18.

Online Editors

11 Nov 2017, 16:01

Jonathan Davies injury 'doesn't look brilliant', says Gatland

Jonathan Davies was hurt in the final minute of Wales' loss to Australia and coach Warren Gatland said: "It doesn't look brilliant…

Christopher Devine

11 Nov 2017, 15:19

Sexton puts the boot in as Ireland thrash sorry Springboks

Substitutes Rhys Ruddock and Rob Herring grab tries off the bench as Ireland cut loose in the closing stages in Dublin.

Rob Lancaster

11 Nov 2017, 14:37

Wallabies' impressive form continues as Wales beaten again

Wales have not beaten Australia since 2008 and their miserable run against the Wallabies continued in Cardiff on Saturday.

Christopher Devine

11 Nov 2017, 13:46

McKinley completes incredible journey to international rugby scene

Italy beat Fiji 19-10 on Saturday in a match most notable for the international debut of Ian McKinley.

Christopher Devine

11 Nov 2017, 12:41

Match Preview: France v All Blacks

France coach Guy Noves caused a stir on Thursday when naming a new and young halfback pairing.

Online Editors

11 Nov 2017, 12:26

Rusty England overcome spirited Pumas

Nathan Hughes and Semesa Rokoduguni scored the tries as England saw off struggling Argentina despite failing to fire on all cylind…

Peter Thompson

11 Nov 2017, 12:17

Player Ratings: England vs Argentina

England got their autumn off to a victorious start at Twickenham earlier today, defeating Argentina, 21-8, in a resilient but rust…

Alex Shaw

11 Nov 2017, 12:09

Scotland edge Samoa in thriller

Scotland enjoyed the better of a thrilling Test with Samoa at Murrayfield as Gregor Townsend's side recorded a 44-38 win.

Alex Fisher

11 Nov 2017, 11:24

Match Preview - Wales v Australia

This week marks the New Zealander's tenth anniversary as Wales coach and Gatland would love nothing more than for his side to halt…

Online Editors

11 Nov 2017, 6:22

"We can win a World Cup" - Hartley

Eddie Jones has revitalised England's form since 2015, but Dylan Hartley says they need to keep improving.

Alex Fisher

11 Nov 2017, 4:03

French and at least one Premiership club pursuing O'Mahony - BOD

British and Irish Lions backrow Peter O'Mahony is said to be the target of a number of clubs in France, and at least one Aviva Pre…

Ian Cameron

11 Nov 2017, 3:59

McBryde wants Wales to be clinical against in-form Wallabies

The Wallabies will be looking to make it 13 straight wins over Wales at the Principality Stadium, but the Welsh are optimistic.

Rob Lancaster

10 Nov 2017, 21:01

Maori All Blacks upset in Bordeaux

An unfancied French Barbarians outfit has taken down the Maori All Blacks in Bordeaux today, triumphing 19-15 in a scrappy game.

Online Editors

10 Nov 2017, 16:31

1014 Podcast: November Tests 2017 - Preview

The 1014 examine the relevance of the 2017 November Tests in the build-up to RWC 2017.

RugbyPass

10 Nov 2017, 15:57

Analysis: Why Aaron Smith is so important to the All Blacks

With nearly half of all All Black tries this season coming from phase-play, one man is at the heart of driving this statistic.

Ben Smith

10 Nov 2017, 12:12

EXCLUSIVE: Change rule or continue to watch Argentinian rugby decline - Bosch

Marcelo Bosch helped Argentina reach the 2015 World Cup semi-finals but fears the Pumas will not make a similar impact in Japan un…

Chris Jones

10 Nov 2017, 9:57

Rising Star - In Ollie Lawrence, Worcester may have found England's next Manu Tualagi

It’s fair to say things aren’t looking too pretty for Worcester Warriors right now.

Alex Shaw

10 Nov 2017, 8:45

The Breakdown: A statistical look at Saturday's rugby internationals

We take a look at the stats behind the weekend's international rugby action, with New Zealand, England, Wales and Australia all in…

Jack Davies

10 Nov 2017, 8:38

Watch: The statistical targets England aim to achieve against the Pumas

A fascinating insight into how England's chances of winning break down, defining the nuts and bolts of an English victory.

Online Editors

10 Nov 2017, 5:55

Video Analysis: Rugby's 6 Principles of Play demonstrated

Video analyst and rugby coach Liam Dunseath takes a look how Rugby's Principles of Play were demonstrated in last weekend's Barbar…

Liam Dunseath

10 Nov 2017, 4:05

Farrell and Itoje unimpressed with England omission

England head coach Eddie Jones said "it's like being a horse trainer" deciding whether his players are in the right condition to p…

Peter Thompson

10 Nov 2017, 3:34

Ronan O'Gara set for surprise move to New Zealand - Report

Reports in the Irish media this morning suggest that Ronan O'Gara is set for a surprise move to New Zealand where he will take up…

Fred Culazzo

10 Nov 2017, 3:00

Coetzee defiant as 'Beast' mode costs Kitshoff

Steven Kitshoff has been forced to make way for the returning Tendai 'Beast' Mtawarira, but South Africa's coach is happy with his…

Iain Strachan

09 Nov 2017, 20:47

Watch: All Black prop - 'The doc thought I wouldn't play again'

'In our careers we get a lot of negativity and it's part of our lives to prove people wrong.'

Online Editors

09 Nov 2017, 16:07

Pumas coach calls out Jones - 'Perhaps some things Eddie says are not true'

England coach Eddie Jones has attempted to put the heat on Argentina, but Daniel Hourcade insists the Pumas are unaffected.

Iain Strachan

09 Nov 2017, 15:20

Video - Going on these comments, Marler and Yarde weren't best mates

England loosehead Joe Marler has revealed that he didn't speak to teammate Marland Yarde for the 18 months preceding his exit from…

Rugby Pod

09 Nov 2017, 14:53

Scans reveal Tom Curry to miss significantly more than the Argentina match

A wrist injury has ruled Tom Curry out of England's Test against Argentina, leading head coach Eddie Jones to recall Sam Simmonds.

Iain Strachan

09 Nov 2017, 13:23

Named: Aki to make Ireland bow against Springboks

Bundee Aki will make his Test debut for Ireland against the Springboks after recently qualifying to play for Joe Schmidt's men.

Peter Thompson

09 Nov 2017, 13:20

Named: France bring back battering ram Bastareaud

Mathieu Bastareaud has not been seen in a France shirt since the World Cup, but will be up against the world champions this weeken…

Peter Thompson

09 Nov 2017, 13:14

Named: Wallabies side to play Wales

Samu Kerevi will start for Australia at centre against Wales ahead of Karmichael Hunt as Michael Cheika keeps faith with the incum…

Iain Strachan

09 Nov 2017, 13:04

Ireland to field one of their heaviest back-lines ever against South Africa

Ireland has named one of its heaviest backlines in recent memory, fielding a back-line with an average weight of 98.8kg.

Online Editors

09 Nov 2017, 10:01

BREAKING: Leicester Tigers sign 78 cap heavyweight Wallaby frontrower

Leicester Tigers have completed the signing of Australia international hooker Tatafu Polota-Nau on a two-and-a-half year contract,…

RugbyPass

09 Nov 2017, 9:55

BREAKING: World Rugby are stepping in on the Samoa crisis

The insolvent Samoa Rugby Union has been boosted by additional funding from the world governing body.

Peter Thompson

09 Nov 2017, 8:11

Wales trio to make home debuts against Wallabies

Warren Gatland said he has picked a squad that is "packed with talent and on form" for the Test against the Wallabies in Cardiff.

Peter Thompson

09 Nov 2017, 6:34

Video - Stuart Hogg breaks down in tears on camera in wake of Lions exit

The latest British and Irish documentary release features Stuart Hogg coming to terms with his early exit from the Lions tour, aft…

RugbyPass

09 Nov 2017, 6:01

England team to face Argentina

Eddie Jones has named his side to face Argentina in England’s opening game of the Old Mutual Wealth Series.

Online Editors

09 Nov 2017, 4:07

Named: All Black team to play France

Skipper and regular midfield return for All Blacks against France.

Online Editors

08 Nov 2017, 23:05

All Blacks skipper begrudgingly splits Paris dinner bill

Scotty and Mils discuss the upcoming France test, and get a double dose of All Blacks on the phone - Colin Slade calls in from Pau…

RugbyPass

08 Nov 2017, 19:25

Scotty Stevenson: Samoan Rugby Union disrespects the players and the game

The Samoan Rugby Union needs a hand up, not a hand out. It also needs a complete administrative overhaul.

Scotty Stevenson

08 Nov 2017, 19:19

Appeal launched for Samoan players

With the Manu Samoa team currently on tour in the UK, Pacific Rugby Players Welfare has launched an appeal to ensure the players a…

Jamie Wall

08 Nov 2017, 17:19

Gosper defends Rugby World Cup bid process

Ireland and France were critical of the review process for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, but World Rugby CEO Brett Gosper defended the…

Peter Hanson

08 Nov 2017, 16:45

Should the Queensland Reds re-sign Karmichael Hunt?

At 30 years old, Hunt’s career is in the twilight stages after stints in the NRL, AFL, and Super Rugby - but should the Reds thi…

Ben Smith

08 Nov 2017, 16:19

Tuilagi visits witch doctor, rids himself of 'spirit wives'

'There are male spirits too, but the witch doctor said I was too handsome!'

Christopher Devine

08 Nov 2017, 16:13

Samoa Rugby Union declared bankrupt

Samoan Prime Minister Tuilaepa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi issued a plea for funds to keep the governing body in business.

Peter Thompson

08 Nov 2017, 10:56

Sam Burgess calls out Rob Andrew over World Cup criticism

Rob Andrew's suggestion that selecting Sam Burgess for the Rugby World Cup was a mistake has led to a rebuttal.

Peter Hanson

08 Nov 2017, 10:44

IRFU letter attacks 3 flaws in South Africa's RWC bid...including the country's 'junk' credit rating

The head of the Irish Rugby, IRFU CEO Phillip Browne has written to World Rugby CEO Brett Gosper outlining what he sees as serious…

Ian Cameron

08 Nov 2017, 8:41

London Irish player 'remaining positive' in wake of cancer diagnosis

Squad members and staff at London Irish are rallying behind first team player Darren Dawidiuk who is receiving treatment for testi…

RugbyPass

08 Nov 2017, 5:11

Eddie Jones takes Daly May gamble

England coach Eddie Jones has retained Elliot Daly and Jonny May for the contest against Argentina despite fitness concerns over t…

Peter Hanson

07 Nov 2017, 21:14

Analysis: How the Wallabies 'fake maul' set up Speight's try

It will be tougher to find & isolate weak defenders like they did on this set piece lineout move, but this play illustrated the Wa…

Ben Smith

07 Nov 2017, 19:40

Ego of French clubs a detriment to national team

Scotty and Mils discuss the upcoming France test, and get a double dose of All Blacks on the phone - Colin Slade calls in from Pau…

RugbyPass

07 Nov 2017, 17:03

5 talking points ahead of the Wallabies' trip to Europe

There will be sterner tests ahead as they head over to Europe to end their season, but some of the performances will have given Mi…

Robert Seltzer

07 Nov 2017, 16:02

Eddie Jones retains 26 players for Argentina

England have named a squad of 26 players that can be selected for their clash with Argentina on Saturday.

Online Editors

07 Nov 2017, 14:32

Hogg gave up a certain alcoholic beverage and lost 9kg

Stuart Hogg has been one of the most consistent performers in recent six nations memory, touring New Zealand this summer with Warr…

Online Editors

07 Nov 2017, 12:50

Watch: Rico Syme breezes past defenders with ease

Schoolboy sensation Rico Syme is back again, this time breezing past defenders on the sevens circuit with his lethal speed and acc…

RugbyPass

07 Nov 2017, 12:39

Neville to make history as first female ref in men's European fixture

History beckons for Joy Neville in the European Challenge Cup fixture between Bordeaux-Begles and Enisei-STM.

Peter Hanson

07 Nov 2017, 11:32

All Blacks call for Whitelock as Kaino cover

New Zealand have drafted in Highlanders forward Luke Whitelock for their northern hemisphere tour as cover for Jerome Kaino.

Alex Fisher

07 Nov 2017, 7:04

Du Preez wants Springboks to face 'harsh realities'

The Springboks have struggled to impose themselves in 2017, leaving Fourie du Preez hopeful hard work and honesty will prompt impr…

Iain Strachan

07 Nov 2017, 6:27

Gatland set for surprise selection at fullback

Wales don't possess the abundance of options that a Lions tour does and looks like a case of trying to fit two world-class playe…

Online Editors

07 Nov 2017, 4:36

Old Mutual International Men’s Premiership Round 6 Highlights

The game of the week in the Old Mutual International Men’s Premiership saw Bloomberg HK Scottish put on a clinic in a 68-17 win …

Online Editors

07 Nov 2017, 2:55

Wallabies attack is better than the All Blacks - Welsh coach

Ahead of this weekend's test match against Australia, Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards has claimed the Wallabies possess the be…

Online Editors

06 Nov 2017, 18:26

Japanese rugby's bizarre take on trophies

Japan has always done things a little differently, and it is no different when it comes to handing out the winners' hardware in ru…

Online Editors

06 Nov 2017, 17:27

Crockett braced for France battle

France pushed the world champions all the way last year and Wyatt Crockett is expecting another stern test on Saturday.

Peter Thompson

06 Nov 2017, 17:23

Watch: Tim Bateman shows off his fast hands

Canterbury midfielder Tim Bateman shows why is he is still thriving in Super Rugby at age 30, with these fast hands in a hand-eye …

RugbyPass

06 Nov 2017, 15:52

EXCLUSIVE: We can beat all the sides in Championship - Madigan

Flyhalf Ian Madigan says he and his Bristol teammates should beat every team in the Championship - something he believes they shou…

Ian Cameron

06 Nov 2017, 14:49

Video - Julian Savea leads Barbarians dressing room Haka

The All Blacks may have run out winners at Twickenham on Saturday, but the Barbarians had the last laugh...or rather Haka.

RugbyPass

06 Nov 2017, 14:24

Watch: NRL convert Semi Radradra already on Fijian radar

After only one month of rugby at French Powerhouse Toulon, NRL-convert Semi Radradra has been taking the Top 14 by storm.

Online Editors

06 Nov 2017, 13:27

Worcester Warriors release statement on potential sale of club

Worcester Warriors have released a statement in response to media reports that suggested the club's location might be changed if i…

RugbyPass

06 Nov 2017, 11:36

Scotland draft Ross Ford injury replacement

Ross Ford has become the latest Scotland player to suffer any injury blow, prompting Gregor Townsend to call for reinforcements.

Peter Thompson

06 Nov 2017, 11:29

Springboks gets Etzebeth boost ahead of Dublin

Stand-in captain Eben Etzebeth has recovered from an ankle injury, so South Africa have a fully fit squad to face Ireland.

Peter Thompson

06 Nov 2017, 11:14

Joint England and Wales training session had 'edge'

England scrum coach Neil Hatley said the competitiveness of a training session against Wales can only help the Six Nations champio…

Peter Thompson

06 Nov 2017, 11:03

Brian O'Driscoll on what he expects from the Boks in Dublin

The Springboks struggled for consistency in the Rugby Championship but Brian O'Driscoll knows they remain dangerous opponents for …

Iain Strachan

06 Nov 2017, 9:24

Only three big wins will do for England – Andy Goode

There’s been a lot of talk about injuries, selection and even a training game against Wales but it’s time to get down to busin…

Andy Goode

06 Nov 2017, 8:41

BREAKING: Footage of England and Wales 'closed' forward session gets leaked

England and Wales forwards pack are going head to head this morning in Bristol in what's been described as an 'intense' forwards t…

Ian Cameron

06 Nov 2017, 7:04

BREAKING: Three Welsh internationals are returning to Wales

Dragons have confirmed the signing of scrum-half Rhodri Williams from Bristol Rugby.

RugbyPass

06 Nov 2017, 5:43

Ten players to watch in the November Tests

The beginning of the autumn internationals proper are now just days away, as the southern hemisphere’s elite round off their sea…

Alex Shaw

06 Nov 2017, 5:12

England want to dominate World Cup pool mates Argentina - Youngs

Argentina have not beaten England since 2009 and Ben Youngs wants it to stay that way ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Iain Strachan

06 Nov 2017, 3:32

Kiwis carving up the north: not the best weekend results-wise

Here's some of the key Kiwi performers from another round of European action.

Jamie Wall

06 Nov 2017, 3:23

Watch: Albert Polu is too fast

Albert Polu, from St Pats Silverstream in Wellington, is a blockbusting power runner with speed for a big guy.

RugbyPass

05 Nov 2017, 21:07

Vunipola and Tuilagi plea: Let's help out Samoa

English test players Mako Vunipola and Manu Tuilagi are appealing to team mates to help out the cash-strapped Manu Samoa by donati…

Online Editors

05 Nov 2017, 15:05

Montpellier rally to beat Clermont, Brive off the bottom

Montpellier trail leaders Lyon by only a point after storming back to beat Clermont Auvergne, while Brive saw off struggling Stade…

Peter Thompson

05 Nov 2017, 14:32

English wing stocks receive unexpected boost

Elliot Daly was among the 33 names included in Eddie Jones' squad just eight days after doing damage to his knee.

Peter Thompson

05 Nov 2017, 14:16

Video - Tongan Thor shows the 'skills of a flyhalf' in NRC semi-final display

Bond University Queensland Country defeated Fijian Drua 57-21 to book their spot in the 2017 National Rugby Championship grand fin…

RugbyPass

05 Nov 2017, 8:19

All Blacks to assess Kaino's knee sprain

Jerome Kaine sustained a knee sprain against the Barbarians and New Zealand will check on his progress ahead of a trip to France.

Peter Hanson

05 Nov 2017, 7:12

Referee Owens 'wasn't focused', Hansen claims

A carnival atmosphere between the All Blacks and Barbarians encouraged a relaxed approach from referee Nigel Owens, Steve Hansen h…

Iain Strachan

04 Nov 2017, 17:58

La Rochelle win at Top 14 leaders Lyon

Lyon lost for the first time in six Top 14 matches as La Rochelle won away from home to close the gap on the leaders.

Iain Strachan

04 Nov 2017, 17:49

Ulster extend Kings' drought, Tovey leads Edinburgh past Ospreys

Ulster roared back from 22-10 down at half-time to beat Southern Kings in Pro14, as Edinburgh dispatched Ospreys with ease.

Iain Strachan

04 Nov 2017, 17:31

Deans slams England's Barbarians snub: 'an opportunity missed'

No England players chose to line up for the Barbarians against New Zealand and Robbie Deans claims they may come to regret that de…

Iain Strachan

04 Nov 2017, 17:25

Leave your brother alone - Mama Savea laid down the law before All Blacks-Barbarians

The highest power in the land tells the Savea brothers to look after each other when they faced off for the Barbarians and All Bla…

Iain Strachan

04 Nov 2017, 17:19

World Rugby release statement following Laporte's explosive criticism

World Rugby have released a statement in response to comments by Bernard Laporte on behalf of the Fédération Française de Rugby…

Ian Cameron

04 Nov 2017, 13:23

All Blacks claim victory, but Barbarians win hearts at Twickenham

It was a case of just playing the bad guy again for the All Blacks against the Barbarians, as they ran out 31-22 winners

Online Editors

04 Nov 2017, 12:33

Hodge 'fantastic' at fly-half, says Cheika

Reece Hodge impressed in his first outing at fly-half for Australia. "I was very happy with his game," said Wallabies coach Michae…

Christopher Devine

04 Nov 2017, 12:18

Watch: Maori All Blacks massacre Canada in Vancouver

The Maori scored seven tries to none in the one-sided affair.

Online Editors

04 Nov 2017, 6:56

Irish PM takes unprecedented swipe at South Africa's RWC2023 bid

Irish prime minister Leo Varadkar has taken an unprecedented swipe at South Africa 2023 Rugby World Cup bid.

Ian Cameron

04 Nov 2017, 6:06

Wallabies score 63 points in historic win over Japan

The Wallabies – missing a trio of stars – scored nine tries to three in the first meeting between the two teams in Japan.

Sacha Pisani

04 Nov 2017, 5:05

Watch: Try of the season contender in Pro14

How good is this from Glasgow's Niko Matawalu?

Online Editors

03 Nov 2017, 18:33

Matawalu sparkles as Warriors stay perfect, Munster and Scarlets win

Glasgow Warriors will take some stopping in the Pro14 after they made it eight wins out of eight at Leinster's expense.

Peter Thompson

03 Nov 2017, 17:43

Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - England vs. Barbarians

Andy Goode speaks to Steve Backshall who has brought along some dangerous animals to Barbarians training.

Online Editors

03 Nov 2017, 13:43

Melbourne Rebels sign brother pairing

The duo will link up with a familiar face in Victoria – coach David Wessels having swapped the Force for the Rebels in September…

Tom Webber

03 Nov 2017, 9:01

Dragons sign Welsh rugby league starlet

Dragons have strengthened their options in the midfield with the signing of a young rugby league player.

Online Editors

03 Nov 2017, 5:09

Named: Barbarian side to face All Blacks

Everyone's favourite invitational side, Barbarian FC, have named their side to take on the All Blacks at Twickenham this weekend.

Online Editors

02 Nov 2017, 21:43

Why an All Black loss this weekend would actually be a pretty good result for NZ rugby

If you’re ever going to find a time when New Zealanders will be alright with an All Black loss, this weekend will be it.

Jamie Wall

02 Nov 2017, 19:52

Going on these comments, Eddie Jones is not impressed with Marland Yarde

Marland Yarde may not be in the right frame of mind to play for England following his move from Harlequins to Sale Sharks.

Jack Davies

02 Nov 2017, 15:27

Video - Julian Savea responds to claim Jim Hamilton ran him over

As the Barbarians limber up for their clash with the All Blacks at the weekend, RugbyPass's Jim Hamilton turned up at the training…

RugbyPass

02 Nov 2017, 11:26

Armand expected England omission

Exeter back rower Don Armand says he expected to be left out of Eddie Jones’ England squad for the autumn internationals, despit…

Tim Groves

02 Nov 2017, 7:34

Schmidt explains why Zebo was dumped

Joe Schmidt said Ireland have not adopted a policy of snubbing overseas players, but would prefer they stay in their homeland.

Peter Thompson

02 Nov 2017, 7:23

All Blacks to start World Cup defence against old nemesis

South Africa will be hoping to catch the All Blacks cold when they lock horns in their World Cup opener in Japan.

Peter Thompson

02 Nov 2017, 6:20

All Blacks name team for the Barbarians

All Blacks fly-half Beauden Barrett returns as skipper for the world champions when they take on the Barbarians.

Peter Thompson

02 Nov 2017, 5:09

Cotter snub left me wanting Scotland to lose – Jim Hamilton

Former Scotland second row Jim Hamilton has revealed that Vern Cotter spoke to him "like a dog" and misled him when dropping him f…

Tim Groves

02 Nov 2017, 4:57

RWC 2019 Schedule: Winners and Losers

It may seem like a small thing, but the scheduling of fixtures at the Rugby World Cup can be the difference between qualifying for…

Alex Shaw

02 Nov 2017, 4:55

Star Wallabies trio to miss historic Japan clash

Australia and Japan are set to go head-to-head on Japanese soil for the first time but the Wallabies will be without a star trio.

Sacha Pisani

02 Nov 2017, 4:26

Rugby World Cup 2019 fixtures announced

Live coverage of RWC 2019 Match Schedule announcement from Tokyo, Japan

Online Editors

02 Nov 2017, 1:36

Luke McAlister set for mid-season Toulon exit - reports

With Clermont's interest in 30-cap All Black McAlister as cover for the injured Camile Lopez said to be cooling, Top 14 basement s…

James Harrington

01 Nov 2017, 21:11

The 1014: Why England are favourites to win 2019 World Cup

Over the past two years there have been many claims that England are back to their best. After winning consecutive Six Nations tit…

Tom Parker

01 Nov 2017, 21:10

Watch: Second generation stars on the rise in Super Rugby

We’ve officially reached the stage of Super Rugby where we can get used to the sons of former players regularly popping up.

Jamie Wall

01 Nov 2017, 21:09

Barbarians v NZ a glorified All Blacks trial

On this week's episode of The Short Ball, Scotty & Mils discuss the unusually large number if kiwis selected by kiwis to represent…

RugbyPass

01 Nov 2017, 19:26

King Carlos is coming back for the Blues

Is this the spark the Blues need to return them to former glory?

Online Editors

01 Nov 2017, 16:08

May adds to England's wing woes ahead of Pumas Test

Jonny May looks likely to miss England's first November international against Argentina due to a hamstring strain.

Harry West

01 Nov 2017, 15:01

Wasps have signed one of the world's most remarkable players

Wasps have signed 28-year-old Australian hooker Nathan Charles on a three-month contract as injury cover.

RugbyPass

01 Nov 2017, 10:10

CONFIRMED: Pro14 release details of 2018 'Judgement Day'

Judgement Day, the sixth annual regional double-header at Principality Stadium, has been confirmed for the afternoon of Saturday 2…

RugbyPass

01 Nov 2017, 9:56

Video - Aaron Smith asked what it's like to face Savea - his answer is gold

Savea finds himself in the unusual position of lining out against the All Blacks this weekend. Aaron Smith talks about what it wil…

RugbyPass

01 Nov 2017, 7:07

Video - Joe Marler reacts to not getting picked for first Lions Test

The latest British and Irish Lions video features serial humourist, Joe Marler.

RugbyPass

01 Nov 2017, 6:28

Wales bring in perfect replacement for Tyler Morgan

Tyler Morgan's ankle injury has seen Scott Williams called up by Wales coach Warren Gatland after initially being snubbed.

Peter Thompson

01 Nov 2017, 6:18

Sale finally put Yarde rumours to bed

The 25-year-old flyer was dropped by Quins for their recent European Champions Cup trip to Wasps due to an "internal disciplinary …

Peter Thompson

01 Nov 2017, 4:28

Watch: Australia's latest stepping prodigy Jangala Bennet

Meet Australia's newest schoolboy sensation, Jangala Bennet, the latest prodigy turning heads in Queensland's GPS system for rugby…

Online Editors

01 Nov 2017, 0:44

Named: Kiwi squads for Super Rugby 2018

The All Blacks have five games left in 2017, but that hasn't stopped the New Zealand teams getting themselves geared up for next y…

Online Editors

31 Oct 2017, 23:59

South Africa unanimously recommended to host 2023 Rugby World Cup

Bill Beaumont says South Africa's Rugby World Cup bid was "a clear leader based on performance against the key criteria".

Peter Thompson

31 Oct 2017, 23:55

Watch: the Asian club 7s tournament where Jonah Lomu made his international debut

Bet you didn't know that before the late Jonah Lomu stormed onto the world rugby scene at the Hong Kong Sevens, he actually made h…

Richard North

31 Oct 2017, 22:18

Defending champs name strong squad for 2018

Defending Super Rugby champions the Crusaders have named seven new caps, including the son of a former captain and coach, among a …

Richard North

31 Oct 2017, 20:41

Corey Flynn reveals secret to Canterbury success

NZ rugby stalwart Corey Flynn joins Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina on The Short Ball where discussion centres around the secret …

RugbyPass

31 Oct 2017, 19:59

Mike Delany Is Doing What?

When Mike Delany, a 35-year old, greying first five from the Bay of Plenty, took a call earlier this year from Crusaders coach Sco…

Scotty Stevenson

31 Oct 2017, 17:37

Wales can win World Cup - Gatland

Warren Gatland wants to see out his Wales contract and feels it is possible he could leave in 2019 as a world champion.

Tom Webber

31 Oct 2017, 13:05

EXCLUSIVE: Leicester Tigers snap up top rugby scout

Having made an encouraging start to the Premiership season, Leicester Tigers have moved to bolster their off-field staff with the …

Alex Shaw

31 Oct 2017, 13:01

Botha gets Springbok call after Du Preez injury

Jean-Luc du Preez fractured his ankle in the Currie Cup final and has been replaced in the South Africa squad by Ruan Botha.

Tom Webber

31 Oct 2017, 10:16

South Africa wins official endorsement host Rugby World Cup 2023

While the actual prize of hosting the ‘Rugby World Cup 2023’ will be awarded on the 15th November, today offers an objective i…

Fred Culazzo

31 Oct 2017, 6:12

Watch: Three red cards in Racing 92 Top 14 clash

Racing 92 beat Bordeaux 29-13 on Saturday, despite finishing the game with just 12 men.

Online Editors

31 Oct 2017, 5:26

Wasps confirm the extent of Daly and Mullan injuries

Elliot Daly faces two to three weeks of rehab due to an MCL tear, while Wasps and England team-mate Matt Mullan will not play agai…

Christopher Devine

30 Oct 2017, 20:32

Rokoduguni replaces injured Daly in England squad

Elliot Daly's knee injury has opened the door for Semesa Rokoduguni to return to the England set-up, but Charlie Ewels is facing a…

Tom Webber

30 Oct 2017, 20:02

Update - Rokoduguni might finally be getting his England chance

Bath winger Semesa Rokoduguni has been called up into the England squad and will fly to Faro, Portugal this afternoon.

RugbyPass

30 Oct 2017, 12:42

Wasps sign Springbok as cover

Stormers and Western Province loose forward Nizaam Carr has joined Wasps on a three-month contract.

Iain Strachan

30 Oct 2017, 11:20

Bath Will Rue Round 7 In Final Reckoning

We might be just a third of the way through the Premiership season but we’ll look back at this weekend as a pivotal one in May w…

Andy Goode

30 Oct 2017, 9:40

The full story on Marland Yarde's expected Sale move

The rugby rumour mill has been on overdrive this past weekend, as stories emerged that Harlequins wing Marland Yarde is set to joi…

Alex Shaw

30 Oct 2017, 3:03

USRC Tigers pull off a stunning comeback in HKRU Premiership

The Borrelli Walsh USRC Tigers pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Bloomberg HK Scottish in the Old Mutual International Men�…

Online Editors

30 Oct 2017, 1:20

On This Day: Sam Burgess is unveiled at Bath

Oh, what could have been. On this day three years ago, Bath unveiled the next big hope of English rugby union, former league super…

Dan Johansson

30 Oct 2017, 0:52

Kiwis carving up the north - blasts from the past

European action returned to the domestic scene over the weekend, with the European Cup taking a break for the Aviva Premiership, T…

Online Editors

29 Oct 2017, 23:19

The 1014 Podcast - Rugby World Cup 2019: Pool A

We explore the history, world rankings and expectations for the teams in Pool A of #RWC2019.

RugbyPass

29 Oct 2017, 20:44

The All Black winger use-by date

Julian Savea probably woke up to the news that he’d apparently signed a deal with Harlequins this morning with the same reaction…

Jamie Wall

29 Oct 2017, 19:49

Bales key to La Rochelle victory over Toulouse

La Rochelle saw off Toulouse - with Alexis Bales central - while Castres beat Agen in the Top 14 on Sunday.

Ben Spratt

29 Oct 2017, 15:44

Gloucester snatch valuable victory in breathless finish at Bath

Ed Slater and Owen Williams combined to clinch the win for Gloucester at Bath, while Newcastle Falcons were well beaten by Leicest…

Jack Davies

29 Oct 2017, 15:20

Julian Savea's wife takes to Twitter over Harlequins rumours

The wife of All Black winger Julian Savea has taken to Twitter to shutdown rumours that her husband is going to sign for an Englis…

RugbyPass

29 Oct 2017, 13:55

Injury claims two more England stars from Eddie Jones' squad

Injuries sustained in Wasps' Premiership clash with Northampton Saints yesterday have knocked two England players out of Eddie Jon…

Ian Cameron

29 Oct 2017, 10:32

Howley 'seeking advice' over Byrne bullying allegations

Wales back coach Rob Howley says he is 'seeking advice' in relation to bullying accusations made by former Wales fullback Lee Byrn…

Ian Cameron

29 Oct 2017, 10:08

Uncapped quartet named in Springboks squad

Warrick Gelant, Lukhanyo Am, Dan du Preez and Louis Schreuder will be hoping to make their Springboks debuts in the northern hemis…

Peter Thompson

29 Oct 2017, 9:11

Howley to leave Wales role after what will be 11 years

Coaching in the Premiership or France is on Rob Howley's "bucket list" as he plans to leave his Wales role after the 2019 World Cu…

Peter Thompson

29 Oct 2017, 6:50

BREAKING: Rumours mounting that Julian Savea has signed with Premiership club

Rumours are circulating that All Black winger Julian Savea has signed for a Premiership side.

Ian Cameron

29 Oct 2017, 6:11

Two uncapped players in Wallabies November Test squad

Blake Enever and Matt Philip were named in the Wallabies' squad for their tour of United Kingdom and Japan clash.

Dejan Kalinic

29 Oct 2017, 5:42

Death, taxes and a Canterbury win in the Mitre 10 Cup

The unpredictability of one final versus the utter predictability of the other in the Mitre 10 Cup finals weekend.

Jamie Wall

28 Oct 2017, 23:29

Watch: the newest potential league convert to the All Blacks

There's another league player on the All Blacks' shopping list.

Online Editors

28 Oct 2017, 18:33

Scarlets back on track, McGrath double sees Leinster leapfrog Ulster

Leinster and the Scarlets maintained their impressive Pro14 form on Saturday, the latter bouncing back from some poor European res…

Christopher Devine

28 Oct 2017, 18:07

Three red cards and two yellows in Top 14 clash

The ref dealt a full house in this French clash.

Christopher Devine

28 Oct 2017, 18:00

Wasps' revival gathers pace, Sarries return to Premiership summit

There were Premiership wins for Wasps, Saracens and Harlequins on Saturday, even though the latter conceded six tries to Worcester…

Christopher Devine

28 Oct 2017, 13:53

Province fight back to win Currie Cup

Western Province scored 23 unanswered points to win the Currie Cup for a 34th time in Durban, scoring two tries in each half.

Peter Thompson

28 Oct 2017, 13:39

Video - Baabaa's coach Alan Jones has given another explosive rant

Former Wallabies coach Alan Jones - famous for a rant about the malaise in Australian rugby - has gone on another rant.

RugbyPass

28 Oct 2017, 9:45

Record-breaking Mo'unga inspires Canterbury to Mitre 10 Cup glory

Richie Mo'unga produced another virtuoso performance as Canterbury won the Mitre 10 Cup for a ninth time.

Peter Thompson

28 Oct 2017, 7:39

Highlights: Canterbury secure Premiership title

The 35-13 demolition of the Tasman Makos secured Canterbury their ninth title in 10 years and their 14th overall.

Online Editors

28 Oct 2017, 6:42

Wallabies survive scare to beat Barbarians

Australia were down 21-5 and 21-12 at half-time but fought back to deny the Barbarians in Sydney.

Sacha Pisani

28 Oct 2017, 1:50

Warriors stay perfect in Pro14 as Connacht and Ospreys prevail

The Ospreys and Connacht claimed much-needed Pro14 victories as Glasgow Warriors made it seven wins from seven with a routine home…

Christopher Devine

27 Oct 2017, 22:50

Chiefs scrap past Sale to hit Premiership summit

There was more good news for followers of Exeter Chiefs on Friday as the Premiership champions edged out Sale Sharks to go top of …

Christopher Devine

27 Oct 2017, 16:21

Wellington and BOP go at over point a minute - for 100 minutes

Watch as the defensive playbook goes out the window in Wellington.

Online Editors

27 Oct 2017, 16:11

Marland Yarde leaves Harlequins in shock mid-season exit

According to BT Sport reports Marland Yarde has just left Harlequins, after a week where he was dropped for disciplinary reasons.

Peteso Cannon

27 Oct 2017, 14:02

Watch: Japanese rugby to boost Currie Cup

A recent decision by Japanese rugby to put a strong focus on the development of its national team for the 2019 World Cup, looks …

Online Editors

27 Oct 2017, 13:14

Marler not out of Autumn series yet

An independent disciplinary committee has upheld Harlequins' appeal to change the dates of Joe Marler's suspension.

Alex Fisher

27 Oct 2017, 5:08

The astonishing sum about to be invested in English rugby

The aim is to win the men's World Cup in 2019 and the Women's World Cup just two years later.

Peteso Cannon

27 Oct 2017, 4:16

Scarlets release statement on the future of Pivac

Pivac joined the Scarlets ahead of the 2014-15 season taking over the title role following Simon Easterby's departure from the reg…

Online Editors

27 Oct 2017, 3:25

Tour places still up for grabs - Cheika

Australia's new faces still have the chance to earn a place in the Wallabies touring party, says coach Michael Cheika.

Alex Fisher

27 Oct 2017, 3:09

Listen: 'England would beat the All Blacks'

Rugby Pass's Jim Hamilton has made a bold claim heading into the November international period, saying that England currently woul…

Online Editors

26 Oct 2017, 21:43

The definitive history of dead rubbers with Fox Sports commentator Greg 'Marto' Martin

Jaybor Staunton, our man on the ground in The Lucky Country was out and about in Brisbane last weekend to capture the mood ahead o…

Jaybor Staunton

26 Oct 2017, 21:13

Mitre10 Cup Championship tougher than Premiership

Here's why Scotty Stevenson thinks the Mitre 10 Cup Championship is tougher then the Premiership.

RugbyPass

26 Oct 2017, 20:26

The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils - Mitre 10 Finals

This week on the podcast its all about the Mitre 10 Cup finals. Scotty and Mils chat to Wellington Lions coach Chris Gibbes about …

RugbyPass

26 Oct 2017, 19:35

Perenara commits long-term future to All Blacks and Hurricanes

Having already earned 39 Test caps at the age of 25, TJ Perenara has signed a new four-year deal and will remain at the Hurricanes…

Christopher Devine

26 Oct 2017, 15:18

Watch: Irish rugby plans to import even more foreign players

With the likely additions of Bundee Aki and Tyler Bleyendaal, the Irish could easily line out this time next year with more backs …

James Flaus

26 Oct 2017, 13:36

Two of Clermont's biggest stars are leaving the club

Duo will join Raphael Chaume and the retiring Aurelien Rougerie in leaving the club at the end of the season - amid fears Noa Naka…

James Harrington

26 Oct 2017, 10:28

BREAKING: Bundee Aki among four uncapped players in Ireland squad

The Ireland coaching group has named a 38 player squad that includes four uncapped players for the Guinness Series 2017 which sees…

RugbyPass

26 Oct 2017, 8:44

Malakai Fekitoa passes his first trial by media at Toulon

Malakai Fekitoa survives his first grilling by the French press as a Toulon player unscathed

James Harrington

26 Oct 2017, 8:09

Folau will face Barbarians in a new position

Israel Folau has been moved to the wing for his final Australia appearance of 2017, with Karmichael Hunt to start at full-back.

Tom Webber

26 Oct 2017, 6:58

Eddie Jones details menial tasks for new boys Smith and Mercer

Marcus Smith and Zach Mercer will be apprentices with England's squad to face Argentina and Eddie Jones joked they will be making …

Tom Webber

26 Oct 2017, 6:43

The Goode, the Bad & the Ugly

Ian Mckinley, the Wallabies, Ben Whitehouse, cocaine & broken legs - The Rugby Pod's Andy Goode & Jim Hamilton wrap up all that's …

Rugby Pod

26 Oct 2017, 5:41

A look at Eddie Jone's potential starting XV for Argentina

England head coach Eddie Jones named his 34-man squad for the November Tests earlier today, but surprises were few and far between…

Alex Shaw

26 Oct 2017, 5:03

One Lion omitted from English squad announcement

Eddie Jones has named his England squad to begin their preparations for the opening match of the Old Mutual Wealth Series against …

Online Editors

26 Oct 2017, 3:45

No such thing as a dead rubber for Wallabies

There's no telling the Aussies that ANY Bledisloe Cup test is a dead rubber. For Wallaby fans, there's no such thing - just a burn…

Jaybor Staunton

26 Oct 2017, 2:48

Wallabies prop Robertson re-signs with ARU and Waratahs

Tom Robertson's renewal is for a further three years, tying him down to the ARU and Super Rugby's the Waratahs until 2020.

Sacha Pisani

25 Oct 2017, 21:28

France name squad ahead of November Tests

France coach Guy Noves has welcomed Mathieu Bastareaud back into the national team after two years out of the side.

Alex Fisher

25 Oct 2017, 11:02

England prop Joe Marler receives ban

The Harlequins prop, Joe Marler, has been suspended for three weeks following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in London on Wed…

RugbyPass

25 Oct 2017, 10:35

Mallinder issues statement in wake of Dylan Hartley's citing decision

Northampton Saints have issued the following statement in response to the outcome of Dylan Hartley's citing.

RugbyPass

25 Oct 2017, 10:25

Saracens lock in another key player with 2020 deal

Saracens have announced that Ben Spencer is the latest player to commit his future to the club, with the 25-year old scrum-half si…

RugbyPass

25 Oct 2017, 7:19

Watch as 'Siri' interrupts a Lions team meeting

The British and Irish Lions have released a clip from their upcoming Lions documentary and it's pure gold.

RugbyPass

25 Oct 2017, 5:30

Rising England star Harry Mallinder signs 2020 deal

Northampton Saints may be having an up and down season, but one of their biggest homegrown talents is backing his side.

RugbyPass

25 Oct 2017, 4:57

Unstoppable Power: Alex Fidow and Asafo Aumua

Young front rowers Alex Fidow and Asafo Aumua have been terrorising opposition teams so far in the 2017 Mitre 10 Cup season and …

Dan Thomson

25 Oct 2017, 2:47

Live Now: John Kirwan and Ric Salizzo Analyse the ABs Squad for Europe

Richard North

25 Oct 2017, 1:39

Gatland hints at solution to Rhys Webb saga

Rhys Webb is a prominent victim of the Welsh Rugby Union's new selection policy, although Warren Gatland hopes a compromise can be…

Iain Strachan

24 Oct 2017, 23:40

Watch: National spotlight awaits enigmatic Rongotai Sevens team

"I liken Rongotai College rugby to a volcano - it just bubbles away and then erupts."

RugbyPass

24 Oct 2017, 23:34

Watch: What you need to know about the four new All Blacks

Here's a few more facts about the players about to pull on the black jersey for the first time.

Jamie Wall

24 Oct 2017, 23:10

HKCC claim first win of the season

The Old Mutual International Men’s Premiership clubs picked up where they left off with another weekend of exciting close-run af…

RugbyPass

24 Oct 2017, 20:59

Watch: The astonishing meteoric rise of Sam Cross

It hasn't been a bad few days for 25-year old Sam Cross who made his debut for the Ospreys on Saturday night, scored a try in the …

Peteso Cannon

24 Oct 2017, 14:24

10 uncapped players named in Scottish squad

There could be several new faces in the Scotland team for next month's matches against Samoa, Australia and New Zealand.

Iain Strachan

24 Oct 2017, 11:46

Magnus Bradbury stripped of Edinburgh club captaincy

Edinburgh's Magnus Bradbury has been stripped of the club captaincy it has emerged.

RugbyPass

24 Oct 2017, 9:45

Simon Zebo's new club and eye watering wages revealed

When you see the figures laid out in black in white it is hard to do anything other than agree with Simon Zebo's decision to leave…

Online Editors

24 Oct 2017, 7:51

Watch: The reviews are in for Rugby 18

The game came out today in the USA and will launch in Europe on Friday the 27th of October.

Online Editors

24 Oct 2017, 7:04

Gatland sends message to big name omissions

Warren Gatland included five uncapped players and made some high-profile omissions in his 36-man Wales squad for their upcoming Te…

Tom Webber

24 Oct 2017, 6:34

Josh Van Der Flier is latest Irish casualty

Joe Schmidt will name his squad for the upcoming Autumm internationals later this week but will be without Josh Van Der Flier.

Online Editors

24 Oct 2017, 6:21

Ireland great O'Callaghan to retire

Donncha O'Callaghan set to bring a professional career that has spanned 19 years to an end.

Tom Webber

24 Oct 2017, 4:57

Exclusive: Southern Hemisphere looks set to compete in Anglo-Welsh Cup

Following on from our exclusive earlier this month that the South African Rugby Union (SARU) were in advanced talks to create two …

Alex Shaw

24 Oct 2017, 4:36

England trio Hartley, Hughes and Marler face bans

Indiscipline at club level from Dylan Hartley, Nathan Hughes and Joe Marler could leave England depleted for the November internat…

Iain Strachan

24 Oct 2017, 1:53

Marty & Jamie review Bledisloe III

Radio Sport NZ's Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall break down the mood of the NZ public following the All Blacks' shock lo…

Jamie Wall

23 Oct 2017, 22:21

The 1014 Rugby - Bledisloe 3: Wallabies v All Blacks - REVIEW

The Wallabies beat the All Blacks in Brisbane. Who shone for both teams? Is this a new dawn for Australian rugby?

RugbyPass

23 Oct 2017, 16:08

English trio cited and could face bans

English captain Dylan Hartley and two other English forwards have been cited following this weekend's European action.

Online Editors

23 Oct 2017, 13:55

Watch: World Rugby's 'Breakthrough of the Year' nominees

The first batch of nominees have been revealed for the 2017 World Rugby Awards, taking place in Salle des Etoiles in Monte Carlo …

Online Editors

23 Oct 2017, 13:11

BREAKING: Simon Zebo is leaving Munster

Munster Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed that Simon Zebo will depart the province at the end of the current season.

Online Editors

23 Oct 2017, 11:12

Ringrose blow for Ireland ahead of November tests

Hopes of Garry Ringrose making a speedy return from injury to feature in Ireland's November internationals appear to have faded.

Christopher Devine

23 Oct 2017, 8:06

Eddie can’t ignore Chiefs stars as they hit new heights

There were some terrific performances in the Champions Cup second round this weekend but Exeter’s win in Montpellier tops the lo…

Andy Goode

23 Oct 2017, 7:46

Folau reveals he and Pocock spoke on same-sex vote differences

David Pocock and Israel Folau have different views on Australia's same-sex marriage referendum, but the Wallabies pair have not fa…

Matthew Scott

23 Oct 2017, 5:30

Kiwis carving up the north: Champions Cup round two

While the All Blacks may have gone down to the Wallabies over the weekend, New Zealanders still had a few reasons to smile after a…

Online Editors

22 Oct 2017, 19:39

Named: New faces in All Black squad

Steve Hansen has given the opportunity for some promising players to show their wares on the international stage.

Online Editors

22 Oct 2017, 17:00

Armand double leads Exeter past Montpellier as La Rochelle win big

Montpellier gave up the lead at home as Don Armand crossed twice to secure an important Champions Cup victory for Exeter.

Iain Strachan

22 Oct 2017, 14:53

Champions Cup XV of Round 2

From Exeter’s historic 27-24 victory over Montpellier in the south of France to Munster’s tight, ferocious and emotionally-cha…

Alex Shaw

22 Oct 2017, 14:26

Ospreys' Baldwin Tweets gruesome lion bite injury pic

Scott Baldwin was back in action on Saturday and the Ospreys man has now revealed just how much damage was done by a Lion bite las…

Iain Strachan

22 Oct 2017, 10:58

BREAKING: New routine could massively reduce injuries in rugby

A new exercise programme, performed by rugby players before training and pre-match, could dramatically reduce injuries in the spo…

RugbyPass

22 Oct 2017, 4:15

Folau won't be on November tour

Israel Folau will play no part in Australia's November Internationals as Michael Cheika attempts to keep his star full-back fresh.

Matthew Scott

22 Oct 2017, 4:03

Newcastle overcome Bordeaux as Edinburgh make history in Moscow

Bordeaux-Begles gave up a commanding lead to lose at home to Newcastle Falcons in the Challenge Cup on Saturday.

Rob Lancaster

21 Oct 2017, 19:36

Wallabies v All Blacks: player ratings

In the final Bledisloe Cup contest of the season, Australia snapped a six game losing streak against the All Blacks at Suncorp Sta…

RugbyPass

21 Oct 2017, 18:33

Saracens beat Ospreys in thriller, Clermont win marred by Lopez injury

A rousing fightback from Saracens saw the defending Champions Cup winners survive a scare to beat Ospreys in Pool 2.

Alex Fisher

21 Oct 2017, 17:47

Hansen hints at why the All Blacks lost final Bledisloe match

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen refused to panic after his side saw their winning run over Australia go up in smoke.

Matthew Scott

21 Oct 2017, 13:39

Ref Ben Whitehouse has been trending on Twitter...and it's not good

We all have the occasional bad day at work. However, for most of us, that doesn't happen in front of 20,000 people live and a…

Ian Cameron

21 Oct 2017, 11:33

Beaten Read credits clinical Wallabies

New Zealand captain Kieran Read said the world champions cannot expect to get themselves out of trouble late on in every Test.

Peter Thompson

21 Oct 2017, 10:05

Cheika wants Wallabies to be best in world

There were jubilant scenes in Brisbane after Australia finally beat the All Blacks, but Michael Cheika said they must kick on.

Peter Thompson

21 Oct 2017, 9:55

Australia claim long-awaited win over All Blacks

New Zealand were denied a Bledisloe Cup clean sweep in Brisbane, where Australia outscored them by three tries to two.

Peter Thompson

21 Oct 2017, 8:23

Recap: Wallabies stun All Blacks 23-18

The world champions were strangled out of the game by a passionate Australian outfit, who managed to hold their discipline and sen…

Jamie Wall

21 Oct 2017, 6:09

Live Now: Wallabies v All Blacks

Jamie Wall

21 Oct 2017, 4:01

Watch: The ex-Fijian goalkeeper who just signed a Super Rugby contract

Filipo Daugunu has capped off a dream year, earning a Super Rugby contract with the Queensland Reds.

Online Editors

20 Oct 2017, 23:56

Watch: Wellington to play BOP in Mitre 10 Championship final

Wellington and Bay of Plenty booked themselves places in next Friday night's Mitre 10 Cup Championship final, recording comfortabl…

Jamie Wall

20 Oct 2017, 23:29

Late Lyon comeback sinks Sale

After their opening-weekend draw, Sale Sharks came out on the wrong side of another Challenge Cup thriller on Friday as Lyon preva…

Harry West

20 Oct 2017, 20:11

Bath look at home in the wet in battling win over Scarlets

Bath got the better of the Scarlets in a sodden Llanelli as Rhys Priestland kicked them to a Champions Cup win over his old side.

Harry West

20 Oct 2017, 20:03

Lee Byrne claims Rob Howley tried to humiliate him

Lee Byrne's autobiography, brilliantly titled the ‘The Byrne Identity’, instantly seems like a must-read for any rugby fan.

Online Editors

20 Oct 2017, 14:28

Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - Leicester Tigers

This weekend Jim is in Leicester ahead of there game with Castres Olympique tomorrow.

Online Editors

20 Oct 2017, 13:35

Wallabies v All Blacks: Everything you need to know

Stephen Moore will make his last Australia appearance on home soil against the All Blacks and is determined to mark the occasion w…

Peter Thompson

20 Oct 2017, 12:18

Scotland forward Hardie suspended

Scottish Rugby have offered no details as to why back-row John Hardie is unavailable for selection.

Peter Thompson

20 Oct 2017, 11:36

Scotland lose another big name for the Autumn Internationals

Scotland have lost another player on top of captain Greig Laidlaw to injury ahead of the Tests against Samoa, New Zealand and Aust…

Peter Thompson

20 Oct 2017, 10:24

Cheetahs face player exodus as European clubs swoop

After a tumultuous summer of "will they" or "won't they", the Toyota Cheetahs and Southern Kings have begun to find their feet in …

Alex Shaw

20 Oct 2017, 7:00

Webb calls new Welsh policy 'a joke' in emotional outburst

Rhys Webb will become the first casualty of Welsh rugby's new selection policy when he joins Toulon on a three-year deal at the en…

Online Editors

20 Oct 2017, 6:14

Matt Todd's replacement on the All Blacks bench has been named

The All Blacks are taking no risks with Matt Todd after he suffered a groin injury in training.

Peter Thompson

20 Oct 2017, 4:48

Watch: Graham Henry hilariously talks substitutions and Stephen Donald

Graham Henry fantastically and honestly recounts the chain of events that lead to Stephen Donald stepping up to take the World Cup…

Online Editors

20 Oct 2017, 4:19

Andy Goode's London Irish stint

There's been a lot of speculation about Goodey's very short stint at London Irish back in 2015. Ex London Irish Captain, Luke Narr…

Rugby Pod

20 Oct 2017, 2:10

Who’s afraid of the big, bad Wallaby? The answer this weekend is, not the All Blacks.

The third and final Bledisloe test in Brisbane is likely to go the way of the other two this season and end with an All Blacks vic…

Scotty Stevenson

19 Oct 2017, 22:58

Lima Sopoaga gets his shot

Think the All Blacks will miss Beauden Barrett? Think again.

Jamie Wall

19 Oct 2017, 22:19

Gloucester back on track with Agen hammering

Last season's European Challenge Cup finalists Gloucester responded to their opening defeat to Pau by hammering Agen.

Matthew Scott

19 Oct 2017, 17:30

Marty & Jamie talk about Warren Gatland

Radio Sport NZ's Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall talk about Warren Gatland potentially coming back to NZ.

Online Editors

19 Oct 2017, 14:33

Video - O'Gara receives 10-week touchline ban - this decision enraged him

Racing 92 coach Ronan O'Gara has received a 10-week touchline ban and has been fined €15,000 it has been reported today.

RugbyPass

19 Oct 2017, 14:10

Coles has been saying some pretty nice things about Stephen Moore

Stephen Moore will make his Test swansong in Brisbane this weekend and Dane Coles is relishing one last battle with the Australia …

Peter Thompson

19 Oct 2017, 11:39

BREAKING: Alex Lozowski has finally chosen a club

Alex Lozowski has finally decided his rugby future.

RugbyPass

19 Oct 2017, 5:15

BREAKING: Connacht sign former All Black 7s beast Pita Ahki

Connacht Rugby and the IRFU have announced the signing of centre Pita Ahki.

RugbyPass

19 Oct 2017, 4:49

Watch: Japan's next global superstar nobody knows about

Hosea Saumaki is a relatively unknown name in global rugby- however, we think that will change in the near future.

Online Editors

18 Oct 2017, 23:03

Wallabies named: Hunt misses out

Australia head coach Michael Cheika only made one forced change to his starting line-up, with Rob Simmons moving into the second r…

Sacha Pisani

18 Oct 2017, 22:59

The big issue: unfairness, welfare and the myth of ‘poaching’ in Pacific Island rugby

Jamie Wall talks to Dan Leo from Pacific Rugby Players Welfare about the issues facing island players both home and and abroad - a…

Jamie Wall

18 Oct 2017, 22:45

The 1014 Podcast: How to win the Rugby World Cup

The 1014 look at patterns in the statistics for all the professional era Rugby World Cup winning teams.

RugbyPass

18 Oct 2017, 16:41

Watch: Is the All Blacks/Wallabies rivalry dead?

This year's third Bledisloe test will again be a dead rubber match, with New Zealand wrapping up the series in a classic game two …

Online Editors

18 Oct 2017, 16:00

All Black team named: Barrett out, Sopoaga in

Lima Sopoaga will start just the second test match of his All Black career this Saturday night, after Beauden Barrett was ruled ou…

Online Editors

18 Oct 2017, 15:04

Video - Rugby's Top 5 most shocking upsets

When Russian side Krasny Yar shocked Stade Francais on opening weekend, the rugby rulebook was turned upside down and inside out.

James Flaus

18 Oct 2017, 13:47

Former Springbok Smith announces retirement

World Cup-winner Juan Smith has called time on his illustrious career due to family reasons.

Peter Thompson

18 Oct 2017, 13:25

Scotland hit by devastating Laidlaw injury news

Greig Laidlaw may not play against this year, but the Scotland captain will not require surgery.

Peter Thompson

18 Oct 2017, 13:20

Is another Fijian talent about to decamp to the French?

Speculation mounts that Clermont winger Alivereti Raka may have a France future in mind after he was omitted from Fiji's November'…

James Harrington

18 Oct 2017, 10:45

Milner-Skudder undergoes surgery on injured shoulder

New Zealand star Nehe Milner-Skudder will begin his rehabiliation after having surgery on his injured shoulder.

Peter Hanson

18 Oct 2017, 7:42

Fijian centre's Pro14 contract falls through after eye-gouge ban

Connacht Rugby have confirmed that following discussions with Eroni Vasiteri it has been agreed by both parties that Vasiteri's pl…

RugbyPass

18 Oct 2017, 5:43

Te'o the latest potential injury blow for England

Eddie Jones appears unlikely to have injured Worcester Warriors centre Ben Te'o at his disposal for England's November internation…

Peter Hanson

18 Oct 2017, 5:25

Gatland says he wants to come home

A return to New Zealand will be the immediate focus for Warren Gatland after completing his Wales assignment at the 2019 Rugby Wor…

RugbyPass

18 Oct 2017, 4:22

BREAKING: Wales release video of new 2017 kit

The new Wales kit for the next two seasons will be revealed for the first time today.

RugbyPass

18 Oct 2017, 4:07

14 Welsh players affected by the Senior Player Selection Policy

With the news breaking on Tuesday that the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) will be scrapping their so-called “Gatland’s Law” and int…

Alex Shaw

18 Oct 2017, 3:52

Looks like we're going to find out who's better between Ireland and Australia

Australia will meet Ireland in a three-Test series in 2018, with matches to be played in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.

Dejan Kalinic

18 Oct 2017, 3:13

McCall addresses rumours surrounding his position at Saracens

Linked with numerous international jobs, Mark McCall said he wanted to stay at Saracens beyond 2019.

Dejan Kalinic

18 Oct 2017, 3:08

Gatland, O’Brien and the media - everyone’s right but everyone’s wrong

O’Brien’s comments may well be completely valid, but saying them now smacks of petulance - if nothing else you should be savin…

Jamie Wall

17 Oct 2017, 22:29

Jackson and Olding will stand trial for rape

Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding will stand trial for rape it was ruled by the court today.

Online Editors

17 Oct 2017, 13:48

Watch: Malcolm Marx talks mind games and 'that' performance

In an honest and frank interview, Marx discusses mind games that occur between opposing packs, also admitting to partaking in them…

Online Editors

17 Oct 2017, 13:03

George North knee scan proves a blow for Wales

Wales look set to be without Northampton Saints wing George North for an extended period of time.

Jack Davies

17 Oct 2017, 12:45

Saracens expose same old problems for Saints

Once is a mistake but twice is a pattern and a second embarrassment in six weeks at the hands of the same opposition shows Northam…

Andy Goode

17 Oct 2017, 9:18

Francois Louw cited for alleged eye-gouge

Francois Louw has now been cited having allegedly made contact with the eyes of Marco Fuser, during Baths win over Treviso on Satu…

Online Editors

17 Oct 2017, 7:40

Watch: Psalm Wooching from NFL prospect to USA rugby

Psalm Wooching had the American dream at his fingertips, touted as a probable late-round pick, instead Psalm walked away from the …

Online Editors

17 Oct 2017, 6:23

Wallaby to miss rest of 2017 due to shoulder surgery

One Wallaby will miss out on Australia's remaining matches of 2017 after undergoing shoulder surgery.

Alex Fisher

17 Oct 2017, 5:20

Toulon expect Webb to honour contract

Wales will have to pay Rhys Webb's release clause if they want to have him available in the coming years, says the Toulon owner.

Alex Fisher

17 Oct 2017, 4:16

Warriors must front up against familiar foes Leinster

After winning all of their first six league matches in the Guinness Pro14, Glasgow Warriors were dealt a huge dollop of perspectiv…

Steph Brawn

17 Oct 2017, 2:42

The state of Australian rugby

When tasked with writing about “The State of Australian Rugby” and asked to take a “light-hearted angle”, I wondered how i…

Jaybor Staunton

17 Oct 2017, 1:58

Hansen defends under-fire Sonny Bill Williams: He is playing well

Steve Hansen leapt to the defence of All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams ahead of Saturday's Bledisloe Cup clash.

Sacha Pisani

17 Oct 2017, 0:26

Podcast: Calls for return to NPC format in Mitre 10 Cup

Taranaki Rugby? assistant coach Paul Tito joins Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina in calls for a return to the old NPC format in th…

RugbyPass

16 Oct 2017, 23:40

I'm done - Gatland quits British and Irish Lions

Warren Gatland is not interested in coaching the British and Irish Lions on their South Africa tour following this year's New Zeal…

Sacha Pisani

16 Oct 2017, 21:20

Baldwin feared he could lose hand after lion bite

Wales hooker Scott Baldwin has revealed he could have lost his hand after he was bitten by a lion last month.

Jack Davies

16 Oct 2017, 18:17

Disappointed Webb 'unaware Toulon move would mean Wales exile'

The Wales scrum-half insists he was unaware his move to Top 14 side Toulon would put his international ambitions on hold - but coa…

James Harrington

16 Oct 2017, 13:24

Premiership Watchability Rankings October 2017

With so much rugby on nowadays, it can be hard to decide exactly which matches to watch, which to wait for the highlights of, and …

Dan Johansson

16 Oct 2017, 12:16

Shock as Wales scrap 'Gatland's Law'

Wales' new selection policy is set to cost some Welsh rugby players their place in the national team.

Jack Davies

16 Oct 2017, 9:45

Warriors sign backrow after try scoring rampage in Championship

Warriors have strengthened their options in the back row with the signing of USA international Andrew Durutalo.

RugbyPass

16 Oct 2017, 8:24

Watch: Francois Louw set to be facing a lengthy ban

While Bath struggled in spells during their match against Benetton on Saturday, they did come away with a comfortable win.

Online Editors

16 Oct 2017, 6:31

Opinion: New All Black Mo'unga is a kick in the balls to Australia and the rest

Richie Mo'unga's All Blacks selection serves as yet another reminder of the incredible depth in New Zealand rugby and another kick…

Online Editors

16 Oct 2017, 2:45

Mo'unga called into All Black squad

The All Blacks squad will assemble in Brisbane later today to prepare for to play the Wallabies at Suncorp Stadium, this Saturday.…

Online Editors

15 Oct 2017, 22:15

Kiwis carving up the north - European Champions Cup Round One

The European Champions Cup kicked off over the weekend, with a number of New Zealanders part of the action.

Jamie Wall

15 Oct 2017, 21:15

Wales draw up shortlist for Gatland's successor

Potential candidates have been spoken to about succeeding Warren Gatland after the next World Cup.

Peter Thompson

15 Oct 2017, 16:33

Key All Black re-signs till 2021

Watch out Robbie Henshaw.

Online Editors

15 Oct 2017, 15:55

Champions Cup XV of Round 1

The Champions Cup kicked off this weekend and reminded us all just what we have been missing over the last five months.

Alex Shaw

15 Oct 2017, 15:20

Eight-try Sarries torment sorry Saints, Toulon deny Halfpenny winning return

Saracens made a huge statement at Franklin's Gardens, scoring eight tries in a second thrashing of Northampton this season.

Peter Thompson

15 Oct 2017, 15:20

Watch: Li scores five tries against Mitre 10 Cup leaders

Defense was at a premium today in Albany, where home side North Harbour handed Taranaki a 64-33 lesson in the final round of the M…

Online Editors

14 Oct 2017, 23:39

Showdown: Hartley vs George for England spot

Northampton Saints' European Champions Cup clash with Saracens will see England hookers Dylan Hartley and Jamie George battle for …

Harry West

14 Oct 2017, 17:51

13 men, 50 points - an unlikely win by Counties Manukau

For most teams, having two players sent from the field at the same time would be the end of their hopes of victory.

Online Editors

14 Oct 2017, 16:49

Leinster make light of injuries to hold off Montpellier

Beaten semi-finalists last season, Leinster began the 2017-18 European Champions Cup with a bonus-point win over Montpellier.

Harry West

14 Oct 2017, 16:08

European Challenge Cup: Stade Français shocked in Siberia

European Challenge Cup holders Stade Français went down to a shock defeat against debutants Krasny Yar in Siberia on Saturday.

Harry West

14 Oct 2017, 15:58

Bad news Ulster... Marcell Coetzee's season is effectively over

Ulster-based Bok loose forward Marcell Coetzee underwent surgery in South Africa this past week.

RugbyPass

14 Oct 2017, 11:20

World Cup winner Weepu bows out of rugby

A 71-cap international and World Cup winner for New Zealand, Piri Weepu has called time on his rugby career.

Nicholas McGee

14 Oct 2017, 9:24

The huge name players you probably didn't know played in the Japanese Top League

The Top League has been in ascendancy over the last few years, attracting star names away from Super Rugby with financial leverage…

Alex Shaw

14 Oct 2017, 6:28

Wallabies name squad for All Blacks and Barbarians

Karmichael Hunt is unlikely to face the All Blacks next weekend despite being recalled by Australia head coach Michael Cheika.

Peter Thompson

14 Oct 2017, 6:22

Mixed bag of results in Challenge Cup

There could be no separating Sale Sharks and Toulouse on Friday as the two sides opened their Challenge Cup campaigns with a 20-20…

Harry West

13 Oct 2017, 17:24

The 1014 Rugby - Analysis of the 1-3-3-1 attack formation

What is 1-3-3-1? Where should teams use it?

RugbyPass

13 Oct 2017, 17:11

Ulster draw first blood after news of Coetzee blow

The opening European Champions Cup game of 2017-18 was hardly a classic but Ulster will care little.

Harry West

13 Oct 2017, 16:49

Cheika throws down the gauntlet to Cooper for Barbarians clash

Quade Cooper could have very easily made his Wallabies comeback against the Barbarians rather than be facing them, Michael Cheika …

Peter Thompson

13 Oct 2017, 15:48

Four English teams to make Champions Cup Quarter-Finals – Andy Goode

Saracens may be in a Champions Cup group of death but they are heavy favourites for a reason and I’m backing them to emulate Tou…

Andy Goode

13 Oct 2017, 12:44

Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - Northampton Saints

Sunday can't come soon enough, need a quick fix in the build-up to Northampton Saints vs. Saracens?

Online Editors

13 Oct 2017, 6:26

Watch: Why the Wallabies vs. Barbarians is set to be a cracker

The Barbarians by their very nature play a thrilling and off the cuff game of rugby, never was this truer than for their upcoming …

Online Editors

13 Oct 2017, 4:10

A Soundtrack of Loss and the Undying Hope of the Taniwha

Scotty Stevenson's heartfelt lament about family, Northland rugby and country music.

Scotty Stevenson

12 Oct 2017, 22:59

All Black domination 'boring' says ex coach

Two former international coaches have come out with diametrically opposed views to the All Blacks' last test victory - and one of …

Online Editors

12 Oct 2017, 22:25

Ruggamatrix episode 257 - All Blacks just know how to win

The Rugby Championship is over so what do we make of the final standings? South Africa show pride but still can't win, but are th…

Online Editors

12 Oct 2017, 21:54

Slade stars in European Challenge Cup opener

Gloucester made wholesale changes from their league win over Northampton Saints last time out and were duly punished by the Fren…

Jamie Smith

12 Oct 2017, 17:05

College American Football standout Psalm Wooching scores his first international try for USA 'A'

Former College American Football standout Psalm Wooching has scored his first international try for the USA.

Ian Cameron

12 Oct 2017, 15:48

Watch: Top 5 Craziest Red Cards Ever

Since the South African centre clattered into Lima Sopoaga, the rugby world has been in uproar over the ridiculousness of the deci…

James Flaus

12 Oct 2017, 14:03

'It felt like a seven-month hangover' - van Velze on bodycheck that nearly ended his career

Warriors vice-captain GJ van Velze feared his career was over following a concussion injury in the opening game of the 2016/17 sea…

RugbyPass

12 Oct 2017, 13:12

Inspirational Etzebeth rewarded by Coetzee ahead of European tour

Warren Whiteley will not travel to Europe to face Ireland, France, Italy and Wales, so Eben Etzebeth will lead South Africa.

Peter Thompson

12 Oct 2017, 12:45

England hooker George signs 4 year deal

Jamie George scored an unlikely hat-trick for Sarries against Wasps last weekend and four days later the hooker has signed a new c…

Peter Thompson

12 Oct 2017, 6:09

It’s official, the Wallabies are better than Ireland

The latest World Rugby rankings are out, and have shown why releasing them at this time of the year is a somewhat futile exercise.

Jamie Wall

11 Oct 2017, 20:09

Family release footage of their now paralysed son's neck being broken during match

The family of a Robert Paylor, a California rugby player whose neck was broken during a match earlier this year, have released foo…

Ian Cameron

11 Oct 2017, 15:07

England dealt Nowell blow

England could be without Jack Nowell during their November internationals due to a fractured cheekbone and eye socket.

Alex Fisher

11 Oct 2017, 13:59

Van Graan to leave Springboks for Munster

Munster have chosen Springboks forwards coach Johann van Graan as their replacement for the outgoing Rassie Erasmus.

Tom Webber

11 Oct 2017, 13:58

Watch: Breaking down the NZ Schoolboys' dominant showing over Australia

As we highlighted over the last couple of weeks, the New Zealand Schoolboys have had some of its best ever athletes on show.

RugbyPass

11 Oct 2017, 13:50

The revealing truth about the next French squad

What the next France squad will tell you about the relationship between head coach Guy Noves and FFR president Bernard Laporte

James Harrington

11 Oct 2017, 10:01

BREAKING: Coetzee's worst fears confirmed as Munster make headcoach announcement

It's official: what Springbok head coach Allister Coetzee cast aside as a rumour less than two weeks ago has become a reality.

RugbyPass

11 Oct 2017, 9:46

Every game in the 2017/18 Champions Cup predicted - this team wins

Alex Shaw

11 Oct 2017, 9:04

Watch - 'The hooker was beating me in fitness' - Lealiifano on first leukaemia indicator

Australia international Christian Lealiifano has opened up about his cancer diagnosis and moving to Belfast in an indepth intervie…

RugbyPass

11 Oct 2017, 8:56

'That is absolute class' - Stunning corner finish a lesson in poise

The final Ranfurly Shield clash of 2017 was a classic as Taranaki showed why they are the top team in the Premiership with a stunn…

RugbyPass

11 Oct 2017, 5:58

Six years after losing his eye Ian McKinley is going to play international rugby

Italy have named Ian McKinley in their squad for the November Tests despite losing sight in an eye six years ago.

Alex Fisher

11 Oct 2017, 5:07

Malcolm Marx Hooker 2.0

This week on The Short Ball Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina look back at that incredible performance from Malcolm Marx for th…

RugbyPass

10 Oct 2017, 20:16

Ben Smith v Damian McKenzie

Scotty & Mils dispel the notion that there wont be room for Ben Smith in a back three including Mckenzie, despite the embarrassmen…

RugbyPass

10 Oct 2017, 19:40

1014 Podcast: The Rugby Championship 2017 Tournament Review

The 1014 look through the tournament finding patterns in the statistics. How did each team develop? How are they tracking towards …

RugbyPass

10 Oct 2017, 16:14

Lealiifano could extend Ulster stay

Lealiifano joined from Brumbies on a short-term deal in August and is due to head back to the Super Rugby side in early 2018.

Tom Webber

10 Oct 2017, 15:43

Is Freddie Michalak ready for one more Top 14 season?

The talk in France right now is all about whether a player for whom the word 'mercurial' could have been invented has one more sea…

James Harrington

10 Oct 2017, 12:47

Rhys Webb Toulon move and Welsh future confirmed

Ospreys announced last week the British and Irish Lion would be leaving the Pro 14 to join "an undisclosed French club" from next …

Tom Webber

10 Oct 2017, 12:13

Rob Andrew blames World Cup disaster entirely on Lancaster

In an extract from Rob Andrew's book, ‘The Game of My Life: battling for England in the professional era,’ England's World Cup…

Online Editors

10 Oct 2017, 7:35

Barbarians 'taking the game to a different level' with launch of women's team

Founded in 1890, the Barbarians have announced plans for a women's side to wear the famous jersey for the first time later this ye…

Harry West

10 Oct 2017, 5:27

The Short Ball with Scotty, Mils, Crockett, & Baker

This week Mils and Scotty revel in the nail-biter between the All Blacks and the Springboks. Wyatt Crockett and Kurt Baker are gue…

Sam Smith

10 Oct 2017, 3:13

Watch: Stewart Cruden's masterful performance against Tonga Schools

The New Zealand Maori under-18s have come away with a 38-26 win over the Tongan schoolboys - a game that featured another eye-catc…

RugbyPass

09 Oct 2017, 21:41

Watch: The stats behind Malcolm Marx's perfect 10 rating

Despite coming out on the losing end against New Zealand on Saturday, Malcolm Marx can afford to be inwardly quite pleased with h…

Online Editors

09 Oct 2017, 14:13

Watch: Chiefs score clinically executed try straight off the training paddock

Exeter Chiefs went back to top of the table briefly at the weekend, beating Newcastle by 32 points to 24.

Online Editors

09 Oct 2017, 12:20

Jaguares appoint new head coach

Australia will now have a void to fill after the former Argentina hooker took up the opportunity to return to his homeland to succ…

Peter Thompson

09 Oct 2017, 10:05

Schedulers add insult to injury for Wasps

Wasps are on the ropes with a squad that is down to the bare bones and the schedulers have hit them with a low blow ahead of the C…

Andy Goode

09 Oct 2017, 6:58

EXCLUSIVE - SARU in advanced talks to add two teams to Anglo-Welsh Cup

Following the addition of the Cheetahs and Southern Kings to the Guinness PRO14 this season, the South African Rugby Union (SARU) …

Alex Shaw

09 Oct 2017, 4:31

Watch: In the sheds with Anton Lienert-Brown and the All Blacks

Anton Lienert-Brown who didn't see any game time on Saturday became an interviewer for a day, appearing to get more out of the pla…

Online Editors

09 Oct 2017, 4:28

Marty & Jamie review the epic All Black/Springbok test

Radio Sport NZ's Martin Devlin and Rugby Pass's Jamie Wall finally got the All Black/Springbok match they were so desperately look…

Jamie Wall

09 Oct 2017, 1:00

The 2017 Rugby Championship Review

Jamie Wall gives you the highs and lows of the Rugby Championship - complete with some sweet tries, an interesting rendition of a …

Jamie Wall

08 Oct 2017, 22:49

Kiwis carving up the north

It was another busy week for the New Zealand contingent of players across the European competitions, with a handful making all the…

Online Editors

08 Oct 2017, 20:33

Racing lose three on the trot

Toulouse have now won their last four Top 14 games after beating the champions, while Racing 92 suffered a third consecutive loss.

Peter Thompson

08 Oct 2017, 17:16

Alternative commentary - David Attenborough calling the Cheetahs game will make your Sunday evening

The Cheetahs joining the Pro14 gives rises to all sort of 'big cat' puns, analogies and general fun for the Northern Hemisphere fa…

RugbyPass

08 Oct 2017, 14:28

George the unlikely hat-trick hero as Sarries too good for Wasps

Saracens had an unlikely hat-trick hero in the shape of Jamie George as Wasps were beaten 38-19 in the Premiership.

Peter Hanson

08 Oct 2017, 14:00

SANZAAR release statement on de Allende red card

South Africa centre Damian de Allende will not serve a ban after it was ruled that he was wrongly sent off against the All Blacks.

Peter Thompson

08 Oct 2017, 9:24

These are the 64 'Youngs Guns' you need to watch out for in this year's Champions and Challenge Cups

The registered Champions Cup and Challenge Cup squads for the Premiership, PRO14 and Top 14 sides have been released and excitemen…

Alex Shaw

08 Oct 2017, 9:10

Video - 'Foot on the throat' - Robbie Henshaw was mic'd up for Leinster Munster and it's quality

British and Irish Lions star Robbie Henshaw was 'Mic'd Up' by Sky Sports for his return game for Leinster against Munster yesterda…

Ian Cameron

08 Oct 2017, 8:47

UPDATE: Brutal extent of Milner-Skudder dislocated shoulder emerges

A fresh injury blow will see Nehe Milner-Skudder miss up to six months of action after the New Zealand winger dislocated his right…

Peter Hanson

08 Oct 2017, 6:15

Wallabies overcome Pumas in Mendoza

The Wallabies completed their Rugby Championship with a hard-fought win over Argentina in Mendoza.

Dejan Kalinic

07 Oct 2017, 20:40

Sexton breaks record as Leinster and Scarlets claim derby spoils

Leinster and the Scarlets claimed derby bragging rights in the Pro14, while the Southern Kings were beaten again.

Peter Thompson

07 Oct 2017, 17:50

Springboks are heading in the right direction, insists Coetzee

The Springboks produced a much-improved display in Cape Town after humiliating 57-0 loss to the All Blacks last month.

Rob Lancaster

07 Oct 2017, 17:41

Lyon go top after Stade Francais beat Montpellier

Montpellier suffered their second Top 14 loss of the season in Paris and Lyon took advantage to go top.

Peter Thompson

07 Oct 2017, 17:36

Pumas v Wallabies LIVE NOW

You can follow all the action on our LIVE MATCH CENTRE.

Online Editors

07 Oct 2017, 17:29

Things get heated in post match interview when Peter O'Mahony is asked clumsy question

Interviewing a Munster captain after his team comes off a loss to Leinster can be a precarious situation for an interviewer, ably …

Tom Parker

07 Oct 2017, 13:44

Exeter seize top spot as Northampton slip up away at Kingsholm

Gloucester bounce back from a heavy defeat at Sale in style as they hold off the Northampton Saints to triumph at Kingsholm.

Rob Lancaster

07 Oct 2017, 13:13

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