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'Bring it home' - Lions should seriously consider moving Tests to UK - Andy Goode
British & Irish Lions Managing Director Ben Calveley has seemingly ruled out relocating the three Tests with South Africa to the U…
Andy Goode
09 Jul 2021, 6:23
Biarritz sign array of stars, including Cubelli, Kuridrani, Dixon
An Argentine scrum-half, a Wallabies centre, an All Blacks back-rower and an Irish prop head a stellar cast signed by Biarritz for…
Liam Heagney
09 Jul 2021, 6:02
Scotland forced to abandon last remaining summer Test against Georgia
Scotland’s Test match against Georgia in Tbilisi on July 17 has been cancelled after the hosts reported six positive Covid-19 ca…
Sam Smith
09 Jul 2021, 5:53
How their coach plans to make the Sharks tougher to beat second time round
The Sharks, like the Johannesburg-based Lions, were given a healthy dose of reality in the past week. Both teams suffered heavy…
Jan De Koning
09 Jul 2021, 5:17
'He's probably the first Egyptian going to play for England'
Just two months ago Newcastle were bemoaning their lack of England representation, now Adam Radwan is set to become their fourth n…
Liam Heagney
09 Jul 2021, 4:09
Huw Jones' Harlequins harmony
Huw Jones and Harlequins are a match made in rugby heaven.
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Jamie Lyall
09 Jul 2021, 3:37
Semi Radradra is a 'marked man'
Semi Radradra is a “marked man” but Fiji Sevens head coach Gareth Baber is backing the Bristol centre to play a key role.
Chris Jones
09 Jul 2021, 3:34
'We don't pick our team on race': Foster defends team selection
All Blacks head coach Ian Foster has defended his team's lineup to face Fiji this week after being asked whether the Fijian herita…
Alex McLeod
09 Jul 2021, 1:26
Scott Robertson reveals All Blacks clause in new Crusaders contract
Scott Robertson has revealed his new contract with the Crusaders and NZR features a clause that allows him to leave his job early …
Alex McLeod
09 Jul 2021, 0:42
Best yet to come for Scott Robertson's Crusaders
Scott Robertson has signed on for two more years with the Crusaders. What will the near future hold?
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Patrick McKendry
08 Jul 2021, 21:45
Former All Blacks playmaker Brett Cameron signs with Japanese club
Former All Blacks playmaker Brett Cameron has called time on his career in New Zealand by signing a deal to join Japanese club Kam…
Alex McLeod
08 Jul 2021, 21:07
Scott Robertson re-commits to New Zealand Rugby and Crusaders
Scott Robertson has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby and the Crusaders for the next three years, announcing today he will lead the…
Online Editors
08 Jul 2021, 19:45
Adding blitz to rugby's last bastion of slow ball
Analysis: While breakdowns are getting faster, the scrum mostly remains stuck in rugby's dark ages.
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Nick Bishop
08 Jul 2021, 18:54
Ben Kay: The Lions had to go ahead
If the chaos of the run-up to the Sharks game hadn’t happened, I would have said there were a few areas of the game that might h…
Ben Kay
08 Jul 2021, 13:36
Lions rule out UK option and insist tour continues in South Africa
There is a growing suggestion that the Lions should quit their South African tour and stage the series versus the Springboks in th…
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 12:49
Relief for Lions as player who tested positive is now a negative
Lions managing director Ben Calveley has delivered the latest update from South Africa on the status of their bubble breach by Cov…
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 11:50
All Blacks v Fiji will be streamed live on RugbyPass in UK, Ireland among other territories
This weekend's clash between the All Blacks and Fiji will be streamed live in the UK, Ireland, Europe and the Middle East, among o…
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2021, 11:20
'Fully committed' - Heyneke Meyer's new DoR role revealed
American Major League Rugby side Houston SaberCats have announced that former Springbok head coach Heyneke Meyer will be their new…
Kim Ekin
08 Jul 2021, 11:14
Lions chaos: 'There will be a huge asterisk next to who wins this series'
Former British and Irish Lions winger Simon Zebo says there will be 'a huge asterisk' over the outcome of this summer's disrupted …
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2021, 9:59
British & Irish Lions confirm 'Plan B' opponents for Saturday fixture
The British & Irish Lions have confirmed that they will play back-to-back matches against the Cell C Sharks to "ensure the tourist…
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2021, 9:43
Harlequins sign giant NFL hopeful Scotland-Williamson
Harlequins have confirmed that former NFL try-out Christian Scotland-Williamson will return to rugby union with the club.
Kim Ekin
08 Jul 2021, 8:31
Four new caps included as Ireland make eight changes to their XV
After seeing off Japan in a high-scoring encounter, Ireland have turned their thoughts to the USA and have named a revamped team.
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 8:28
Why Dombrandt is ready now for England two years on from RWC cut
It was two years ago when Alex Dombrandt suffered his first major England setback but he is now primed to finally earn that elusiv…
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 8:02
REPORT: Lions to replay the C Cell Sharks on Saturday
The British & Irish Lions at set to replay the C Cell Sharks on Saturday, according to respected South African journalist Brendan …
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2021, 7:28
'Intense barracking': The England team room as they watched Euros
Eddie Jones has reported that the England team room was lively on Wednesday night as the footballers qualified for the Euros final…
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 7:23
Fiji name team to play the All Blacks - Nadolo, Botia and Nakarawa start
Fiji Head Coach Vern Cotter has named his 23-man Flying Fijian team to take on the All Black this weekend in Dunedin.
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2021, 6:57
Three changes for Wales team to face 'perfect opponents' Argentina
Fresh from a summer series-opening win over Canada, Wayne Pivac has named his Wales team to face Argentina this Saturday.
Sam Smith
08 Jul 2021, 6:35
'Very weak positive' could gift Lions isolated players within hours
The Lions spent eight hours of Wednesday in their rooms until those able to leave and play were scrambled by bus to Emirates Airli…
PA
08 Jul 2021, 6:29
England make five changes, including selection of 4 uncapped players
Fresh from giving 12 players a debut last Sunday, Eddie Jones has named his England team to play Canada this Saturday in London.
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 6:08
Koroibete missed the birth of his third son to play for Australia
Marika Koroibete was among the best as Australia snatched a 23-21 win at Suncorp Stadium with a penalty goal after full-time.
AAP
08 Jul 2021, 4:58
On this day in 2017: Lions snatch draw against New Zealand to tie series
The British and Irish Lions claimed a 15-15 draw against New Zealand via Owen Farrell’s late penalty on this day in 2017 as a pu…
PA
08 Jul 2021, 4:38
'Kelly and Steward are a funny duo, a Del Boy, Rodney type vibe'
Seasons England back-rower Sam Underhill has revealed some of the new characters who have been lighting up the revamped squad in r…
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 4:32
Lions' verdict on Navidi, their tackle chart-topping back-rower
Josh Navidi excelled on his Lions debut and he made a good first impression on Gatland, the coach who originally didn't pick him o…
Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2021, 4:05
'Very French': Wallabies fans in fits following absurd French finish
It was a case of so near yet so far for Les Bleuson Wednesday night as they came within literal seconds of a first win over the W…
Sam Smith
08 Jul 2021, 2:21
'He was always going to be an option': Blackadder's pathway to No 7
After an impressive cameo in his All Blacks debut against Tonga last weekend, Ethan Blackadder is set to make his first start in t…
Tom Raine
08 Jul 2021, 0:20
'I was warned': How Beauden Barrett earned himself two black eyes
One of the more unusual sights to emerge out of All Blacks training this week was first five-eighth Beauden Barrett sporting two r…
Tom Vinicombe
07 Jul 2021, 23:55
Why Aaron Smith has been rewarded with All Blacks captaincy
A co-captain for the Highlanders, Smith's first All Black test as captain comes as Sam Whitelock moves to the bench with the retur…
Ben Smith
07 Jul 2021, 22:58
'We're after specialists': Foster issues challenge to David Havili
After what's felt like a lifetime of knocking on the All Blacks selection door, David Havili has finally earned himself a recall t…
Tom Vinicombe
07 Jul 2021, 22:17
State of South African franchises under the spotlight
The British & Irish Lions second tour win, another 50-point battering of a South African club franchise, has put the spotlight on …
Sam Smith
07 Jul 2021, 20:52
Dalton Papalii's battle to usurp the All Blacks' best
After spending three years' in the shadows of Sam Cane and Ardie Savea, Dalton Papalii is set to break free.
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Patrick McKendry
07 Jul 2021, 20:45
Brodie Retallick headlines mass changes to All Blacks
The All Blacks have named their team to play Fiji in the second match of the Steinlager Series at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin …
Online Editors
07 Jul 2021, 19:50
Australia player ratings vs France | eToro Series
There proved to be plenty of late drama on Wednesday night in Brisbane as the Wallabies claimed a 23-21 victory over an inexperien…
Tom Raine
07 Jul 2021, 19:12
'He's a hell of a player': Wallabies reserve makes strong impact
Up by one, a young French team missing a smattering of their top talent had seemingly sewn up their first win in Australia since 1…
AAP
07 Jul 2021, 18:51
'Absolutely, I honestly believe we will have a Test series'
Warren Gatland was in bullish mood after midweek win, expressing full optimism the Lions versus Springboks series will go ahead de…
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 17:24
Hat-tricks for van der Merwe and Adams as Lions brush aside chaos
The British and Irish Lions brushed aside the chaos enveloping their tour of South Africa to crush the Sharks 54-7 at Emirates Air…
PA
07 Jul 2021, 16:17
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs Sharks | 2021 Lions series
Late Covid-19 chaos has meant that Lions head coach Warren Gatland has been forced into eight late changes to the 23 he named for …
Ian Cameron
07 Jul 2021, 16:07
'There are people within the Lions bubble not double-jabbed'
Wednesday's Lions match versus the Sharks managed to go ahead but Lions MD Ben Calveley made one very worrying admission.
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 14:46
'Our mantra the whole time has been chaos, adapt, change'
Warren Gatland was a picture of calm in a pre-match interview following a day of chaos on the 2021 Lions tour in South Africa.
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 14:15
Lions forced into making eight late changes to their matchday 23
Wednesday's Lions match versus the Sharks is going ahead but only after Warren Gatland was forced to make eight late changes to hi…
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 13:12
Wednesday's Lions match versus the Sharks is ON!
Wednesday night's Lions match will definitely go ahead following the retesting of their entire tour party earlier in the day in Jo…
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 12:18
Can the British and Irish Lions' tour to South Africa continue?
Here, the PA news agency looks at the unfolding crisis.
PA
07 Jul 2021, 11:41
Kenningham withdrawn from England squad
Harlequins loose forward Jack Kenningham has been withdrawn from England squad after he told adjudged to be a close contact accord…
Ian Cameron
07 Jul 2021, 10:52
'You really do fear for this tour now' - Reactions as Lions rocked by positive test
Serious doubts are mounting this afternoon as to the continued viability of the British & Irish Lions tour after the touring side …
Ian Cameron
07 Jul 2021, 9:46
British & Irish Lions statement: Management team member tests positive
he British & Irish Lions have confirmed that a member of its management team has tested positive for COVID-19 following a lateral …
PA
07 Jul 2021, 8:35
Sam Underhill compares England's 2021 newcomers to his 2017 debut
It was 2017, when England last clashed with a Lions tour, that Sam Underhill made his debut and multiple new guys have done the sa…
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 8:31
Last-gasp penalty edges Australia to victory over second string France
Noah Lolesio’s late penalty saw Australia snatch a dramatic last-gasp 23-21 win over France as a young and ill-disciplined visit…
PA
07 Jul 2021, 8:30
The Springboks' second match versus Georgia has been cancelled
Next Friday's planned second Test between the Springboks and Georgia in Johannesburg has officially been cancelled due to the viru…
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 7:50
Concussion controversy raises serious questions
The Luke Cowan-Dickie case illustrates rugby's grave and nebulous concussion peril.
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Michael Aylwin
07 Jul 2021, 7:39
Boks bio-bubble branded 'impeccable' despite two outbreaks inside 10 days
Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone has praised SA Rugby’s handling of the British and Irish Lions tour as “impeccable” despite two Cov…
Chris Jones
07 Jul 2021, 6:34
Harlequins sign former England U20s captain Jack Walker
Harlequins have signed former England U20s captain Jack Walker, who joins the West London club ahead of 2021/22 season.
Kim Ekin
07 Jul 2021, 6:22
England issue update on the status of Max Malins' shoulder injury
England have provided an update on the injury suffered by Max Malins just ten minutes into last Sunday's win over the USA.
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 6:17
Gatland anticipating Pieter-Steph du Toit position shift
Moving Pieter-Steph du Toit to lock is not the worst idea in the world. In fact, British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland beli…
Jan De Koning
07 Jul 2021, 5:20
'When I got to finally speak to him I was a bit sheepish'
Wales out-half Callum Sheedy has described how his initial meetings with his favourite No10 left him feeling sheepish for ages.
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 5:06
New Rugby Europe Super Cup to 'bridge the gap' between club and Test rugby
Rugby Europe - in conjunction with World Rugby - are launching a new European club competition: The Rugby Europe Super Cup.
Ian Cameron
07 Jul 2021, 4:39
Beard perfectly groomed for Lions
Here's why Adam Beard has been selected over James Ryan and Jonny Gray for the injured Alun Wyn Jones
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Will Owen
07 Jul 2021, 4:30
Leigh Halfpenny breaks silence over horror knee injury on social media
The full-back will undergo surgery after being hurt against Canada.
PA
07 Jul 2021, 4:16
'All the boys can see everyone's scores or tackle ratios'
The 2021 Lions tour is Warren Gatland's first in charge without Andy Farrell coaching the defence - Steve Tandy has given his earl…
Liam Heagney
07 Jul 2021, 4:10
'Our game's never going to grow': Ex-All Black's plea to World Rugby
A former All Blacks great has labelled Tonga's 102-0 thumping at the hands of the All Blacks last weekend as "unacceptable".
Sam Smith
07 Jul 2021, 1:05
'I thought it was pretty bad': The final hit that floored Otere Black
Departing Blues playmaker Otere Black was able to call time on his career with the Super Rugby franchise by guiding them to a Tran…
Tom Vinicombe
07 Jul 2021, 0:29
'How come the Lions' bubble is working?': Boks' bubble under scrutiny
Four players, Marvin Orie, Frans Steyn, Handre Pollard and Frans Malherbe, plus six among management, including head coach Jacques…
Sam Smith
06 Jul 2021, 23:32
Knowing when to call it quits
When rugby is so intertwined with who you are as a person, how do you ever call time on the game?
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Alice Soper
06 Jul 2021, 23:01
'Not fair and consistent' - change to rugby eligibility laws needed
Following Tonga's loss to the All Blacks on Saturday, James Parsons and Bryn Hall discuss the topic of rugby's eligibility laws an…
Tom Raine
06 Jul 2021, 21:35
Blues confirm signing of Hurricanes hooker
Taranaki hooker Ricky Riccitelli will move north to play his Super Rugby for the Blues from 2022.
Online Editors
06 Jul 2021, 21:33
'The Japanese people will embrace him': Folau backed by new coach
Israel Folau's new head coach Rob Penney has no concerns about how the controversial ex-Wallabies star will be received by the Jap…
Sam Smith
06 Jul 2021, 21:24
'No one wanted me': Surprise reason why Otere Black is leaving NZ
Despite only starting to enter his peak years of professional rugby, Otere Black has called time on his career in New Zealand and …
Sam Smith
06 Jul 2021, 20:49
All Blacks depth reaching bursting point
The All Blacks have plenty of options to pick from but few certain starters amongst their squad.
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Gregor Paul
06 Jul 2021, 20:06
Michael Hooper: 'We don't want to shy away from talking like that'
After a 2020 season that saw them win just once, Wallabies captain Michael Hooper is keen to start 2021 off right, as he and his t…
AAP
06 Jul 2021, 18:06
'Everyone's mentioning selection as if it's a negative for players'
Tom Curry, the last of the original Lions squad players to play, insists it isn't a negative for him that positional rivals have p…
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2021, 15:05
British and Irish Lions tour match postponed
The Bulls, who were due to host the Lions on Saturday in Pretoria, have suffered a virus outbreak as have both Springboks and Geor…
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2021, 13:25
England's next generation step-up
Some of England's fresh faces may be coming men, but others have already arrived.
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Jamie Lyall
06 Jul 2021, 10:10
'We have spoken': What Lions will do in case of Bulls cancellation
Steve Tandy has provided the Tuesday update on the Lions regarding a threat to their Bulls game and an injury concern involving St…
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2021, 9:29
Next Saturday's Bulls vs Lions match under threat of cancellation
The Bulls were set to host the Lions next Saturday in Pretoria but a doubt has now emerged about that match going ahead as planned…
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2021, 7:48
London Irish bring in ex-Coventry star Rory Jennings from France
Having last week signed a prop from La Rochelle, London Irish have gone shopping again in France with the signing of Rory Jennings…
Kim Ekin
06 Jul 2021, 7:17
'Can't wait to get stuck in': Jones confirms switch to Harlequins
Huw Jones was originally set to join Bayonne in France but their relegation has resulted in the midfielder joining Harlequins inst…
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2021, 6:52
Lions concussion row: 'I don't how much more I can talk about it'
Warren Gatland has revisited the Luke Cowan-Dickie controversy, the hooker playing for the Lions 7 days after Premiership final co…
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2021, 6:26
Jersey sign 3 forwards, including ex-Sale prop and Jake White's son
Jersey have ramped up prep for the new 2021/22 Championship with three signings, including the son of World Cup-winning boss Jake …
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2021, 5:06
The Wallabies youngster set to go 'beast-mode' against France
Michael Hooper got a taste of what Rob Valetini could bring to the Wallabies when he saw him in beast-mode at a training run three…
AAP
06 Jul 2021, 2:16
What Ethan Blackadder added to a talented loose forwards trio
Twenty-one years after Todd Blackadder's first test as All Black's captain against Tonga, Ethan Blackadder made his test bow in th…
Tom Raine
06 Jul 2021, 1:28
All Blacks rookie asks coach for debut against Fiji this weekend
Ethan de Groot is so keen to play for the All Blacks this weekend, he made an unusual request to New Zealand's coaching staff.
Alex McLeod
06 Jul 2021, 1:12
'I had to blind Rossouw': O'Driscoll on his famous Springbok tackle
A key figure that match, Irish centre Brian O'Driscoll, remembers the aftermath of a defining game in test rugby. Speaking on beha…
Sam Smith
06 Jul 2021, 1:06
Maori All Blacks MVP's roadblock to earning higher honours
While one Chiefs midfielder was making his debut for the All Blacks on Saturday, it was another's performance in the curtain-raise…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Jul 2021, 0:19
'Great balance to his performance': All Blacks fullback race thrown open
In the All Blacks' 102-0 victory over Tonga on Saturday evening there were understandably a few standout players. Bryn Hall and Ja…
Tom Raine
05 Jul 2021, 23:26
All Black great believes NRL has the best model for Pasifika talent
The disparity between the All Blacks-Tonga clash has put the spotlight once again on the issue of eligibility at the international…
Sam Smith
05 Jul 2021, 22:36
Sevu Reece: 'I was probably about this close to playing for Fiji'
All Blacks star Sevu Reece has revealed how close he came to representing Fiji instead of New Zealand ahead of the 2019 World Cup.
Alex McLeod
05 Jul 2021, 22:15
Returned Wallaby rushed straight into team could be foil to French
After spending the 2020 season with French Top 14 club Pau, lock Matt Philip is set for a return to the Wallabies side ahead of th…
AAP
05 Jul 2021, 21:03
Why the Wallabies must lay down a marker against France
A series with a depleted France presents Dave Rennie's Wallabies the chance to get back on track.
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Christy Doran
05 Jul 2021, 21:02
Finding space for Japan in The Rugby Championship
Japan can't suddenly be expected to regularly compete with the superpowers of world rugby.
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Gregor Paul
05 Jul 2021, 19:10
Lolesio ready for second test start after horror Wallabies debut
Noah Lolesio's selection as starting five-eighth for Australia's opening test against France in Brisbane on Wednesday night was an…
AAP
05 Jul 2021, 17:58
Warren Gatland weighs in on what Elliot Daly's strongest position is
Elliot Daly and Warren Gatland are unified in seeing outside centre as the versatile England back’s most dangerous position.
PA
05 Jul 2021, 14:55
The Lions are up and running
The Lions are purring but the spectre of Covid tracks them around South Africa
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Jamie Lyall
05 Jul 2021, 12:54
Gatland gives free rein to devastating Lions back-row against the Sharks
Tom Curry and his back-row colleagues have been instructed to go on the rampage when the British and Irish Lions clash with the Sh…
PA
05 Jul 2021, 10:38
Farrell releases veteran and two others ahead of United States clash
Ireland trio Chris Farrell, Jordan Larmour and Peter O’Mahony have been released from Andy Farrell’s squad ahead of Saturday…
PA
05 Jul 2021, 9:39
South Africa match at risk after positive test forces squad into isolation
South Africa’s clash with Georgia on Friday night is in jeopardy after the Springboks were forced to suspend training and place …
PA
05 Jul 2021, 8:49
Entering Shark infested waters | Lions Weekly Round-up #2
The British & Irish Lions Weekly round-up, brought to you by The Famous Grouse
Ian Cameron
05 Jul 2021, 5:48
Henshaw's grip on the Lions' 13 jersey suddenly doesn't feel so tight
Is Robbie Henshaw set for the British and Irish Lions 13 jersey? Or has competition arisen that could deny him that Test starters …
Alex Shaw
05 Jul 2021, 5:22
Three Lions debutants to face Cell C Sharks this Wednesday
Warren Gatland has named his British and Irish Lions side to face Cell C Sharks at Emirates Airline Park this Wednesday, and the X…
Sam Smith
05 Jul 2021, 5:10
Ben Tameifuna having to fund his own quarantine costs to play for Tonga
The financial problems affecting the Pacific Islands nations have been brought sharply into focus in the wake of Tonga’s 102-0 t…
Chris Jones
05 Jul 2021, 5:02
Five things we learned from the Lions' opening win on South African soil
The British and Irish Lions launched their tour in South Africa by crushing the Sigma Lions 56-14 in Johannesburg. Here the PA new…
PA
05 Jul 2021, 4:44
The Lions reprise the 10-12 axis
Two games in, Warren Gatland and his coaches are already showing varied gameplans to keep the Springboks guessing
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Ben Smith
05 Jul 2021, 4:25
Courtney Lawes playing himself into Test contention - Ben Kay
My first message would be, let’s not get carried away. Before the game, the Sigma Lions had the worst defensive record of any of…
Ben Kay
05 Jul 2021, 3:05
Stuart Hogg wants Lions to dominate the 'no-talent battles'
Stuart Hogg insists the British and Irish Lions aim to make a virtue of winning in-game moments that require determination over ar…
PA
05 Jul 2021, 3:04
Why Ian Foster still doesn't know his full-strength All Blacks side
It seems we won't know what Ian Foster's full-strength All Blacks side will look like until they play the Wallabies for the first …
Alex McLeod
05 Jul 2021, 2:04
Damian McKenzie coy on future plans amid Top League rumours
All Blacks star Damian McKenzie has remained coy on talk of a move to Japan amid rumours of a potential sabbatical in the Top Leag…
Sam Smith
05 Jul 2021, 0:11
NZR's approach to profiting from Tonga cheapened everything
Well, guess what? NZR were wrong. They sought to profit off the Tongan community and merely cheapened their own All Blacks brand i…
Hamish Bidwell
05 Jul 2021, 0:03
Wallabies name four debutants to face France in Brisbane
Wallabies head coach Dave Rennie has named four debutants to come off the bench against France in Australia's first test of the ye…
Alex McLeod
04 Jul 2021, 23:00
Israel Folau set to return to rugby after signing with Japanese club
Controversial ex-Wallabies star Israel Folau is set to return to rugby union after signing with Japanese club NTT Communications S…
Alex McLeod
04 Jul 2021, 22:17
Jake Gordon beats Tate McDermott in race for Wallabies No. 9 jersey
Jake Gordon has won the race to wear the vacant Wallabies halfback jersey after overcoming a knee injury ahead of the opening test…
AAP
04 Jul 2021, 19:31
Samisoni Taukei'aho called into All Blacks squad as injury cover
Chiefs hooker Samisoni Taukei'aho has been called into the All Blacks squad as injury cover ahead of this weekend's clash against …
Alex McLeod
04 Jul 2021, 19:19
Eddie Jones issues updates on Malins and Lawrence after 'historic' win
England overcame the USA 43-29 at Twickenham on Sunday, handing out the most debuts in one match since 1947.
PA
04 Jul 2021, 13:23
RG Snyman undergoes skin graft surgery, set to miss Lions
Munster second row RG Snyman is unlikely to feature for the Springboks during the British & Irish Lions series after undergoing sk…
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2021, 12:13
Joe Cokanasiga marks first Test in 22 months with brace as England beat the USA
Marcus Smith capped an assured debut at fly-half with a try, with Sam Underhill, Ollie Lawrence, Jamie Blamire and Harry Randall a…
PA
04 Jul 2021, 11:27
England player ratings vs USA | 2021 Summer Tests
England player ratings from their 43-29 win over the USA at Twickenham on Sunday, as Eddie Jones handed out plenty of debuts.
Alex Shaw
04 Jul 2021, 11:09
Ref Watch: The worrisome early Lions tour refereeing trend
Pre-test series warm-up matches in most sports these days leave a little to be desired.
Paul Smith
04 Jul 2021, 11:06
Fiji name squad to defend the Olympic Games sevens gold medal in Tokyo
Gareth Baber, the Fiji Sevens head coach, has included Bristol’s Semi Radradra, Pau’s Aminiasi Tuimaba and Castres-based Filim…
Chris Jones
04 Jul 2021, 9:15
'My form wasn't great. I was just forcing stuff, I wasn't playing the rugby I play'
Joe Cokanasiga has admitted having to rediscover his true rugby identity when battling past his year-long knee injury absence.
PA
04 Jul 2021, 5:23
'Lads did get shot. Lads did get killed. Lads did get blown up'
Nineteen-year-old Lewis Bean landed in sprawling Camp Bastion and marvelled at the world he had entered.
Jamie Lyall
04 Jul 2021, 5:20
What Gatland made of the Springboks' win over Georgia
The Springboks finally played their first Test in 20 months and Warren Gatland has given his verdict on how the Lions' series riva…
Liam Heagney
04 Jul 2021, 5:10
'I was managed quite a lot' - James Ryan on his rapid injury turnaround
Stand-in Ireland captain James Ryan hopes to shake off the lingering injury issues that have affected him in recent months once he…
PA
04 Jul 2021, 5:07
The hole-in-the-heart rookie England lock who flies RAF planes
Twelve uncapped players are set for England debuts, but the backstory of soon-to-be 31-year-old Josh McNally stands out from the c…
Liam Heagney
04 Jul 2021, 4:46
'He came in after the game... and just apologised for a solid five, ten minutes'
It was a red-carded tackle by Owen Farrell that first gave Charlie Atkinson publicity but the Wasps youngster has since shown he c…
Liam Heagney
04 Jul 2021, 4:26
Springboks will 'come for' the British & Irish Lions at scrum time
The set-piece was an important part of the Springboks' World Cup final win over England, dominating them there after they lost the…
Sam Smith
04 Jul 2021, 3:53
'Will break every record': Louis Rees-Zammit 'must start' tests
It didn't take long for Welsh wonderkid Louis Rees-Zammit to make an impact in his debut for the British & Irish Lions, scoring a …
Sam Smith
04 Jul 2021, 1:31
Will Jordan has one hand on the All Blacks No 14 jersey
A five-try haul against Tonga won't have harmed Will Jordan's chances of starting in major tests.
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Patrick McKendry
04 Jul 2021, 1:05
'It took him a while to show his worth': Wallabies No 10's big chance
Tim Horan has challenged the Wallabies to match France's fearless approach when they meet in Brisbane in Australia's first Test ou…
AAP
04 Jul 2021, 1:03
All Blacks surprise with two new midfield options
Many fans expected to get a look at one new midfield option for the All Blacks on Saturday night. Few realised they'd get a glance…
Tom Vinicombe
04 Jul 2021, 0:45
NZR's PR spin won't save face in sad day for Pacific rugby
The Tongan bloodbath fans were treated to at Mt Smart Stadium last night should never be allowed to happen again.
Michael Pulman
03 Jul 2021, 23:30
'Dream' debut caps off Bower's journey from body double to All Black
Seven years ago, George Bower was training to be a teacher and cutting hair in a Dunedin flat. After making his full All Blacks de…
Tom Raine
03 Jul 2021, 23:22
All Blacks coach Foster sees value in Tonga test
Tonga, without most of their Europe-based regulars, started nine debutants and struggled to contain the All Blacks when the home b…
AAP
03 Jul 2021, 22:54
Toutai Kefu explains the 'quick fix' to make Tonga more competitive
While 102-0 doesn't make for pretty reading, Tonga's sizeable loss at the hands of the All Blacks on Saturday night was the expect…
Tom Vinicombe
03 Jul 2021, 22:35
Irish pundits not impressed by Finn Russell in his first showing
The pair of Irish pundits, speaking on Virgin Media Sports post-match coverage,  weren't convinced Russell is the right man to st…
Sam Smith
03 Jul 2021, 21:57
'Are you proud World Rugby?': Tonga's pummelling unhealthy
The contest was always going to be a lopsided one, but now more than ever it seems that fans are fed up with the current system th…
Sam Smith
03 Jul 2021, 20:25
Rugby World Cup regulars suffer shock defeat in qualifiers
It was upsets galore this week as the race for Rugby World Cup 2023 in African qualifying saw an understrength Namibia suffer a sh…
Online Editors
03 Jul 2021, 19:37
Argentina pushed hard by European minnows ahead of Wales series
Far from the highs of an undefeated series with the Wallabies and a historic win over the All Blacks, Argentina have plodded their…
AAP
03 Jul 2021, 19:26
All Blacks player ratings vs Tonga | Steinlager Series
It was a runaway train of a performance from the All Blacks in their first international test of 2021 as they clinically dismantle…
Alex McLeod
03 Jul 2021, 17:44
'He runs a million miles an hour and makes 20 million tackles'
A man of the match display was quite a way for Hamish Watson to tackle critics who said he was too small to play for the Lions.
Liam Heagney
03 Jul 2021, 15:39
The 3 things that most pleased Gatland in Saturday's Lions win
The Lions looked promising in their first match on South Africa soil, winning 56-14 and pleasing Warren Gatland in three particula…
Liam Heagney
03 Jul 2021, 15:07
'It was a shock to everyone' - The latest on Leigh Halfpenny's knee injury
Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will undergo a scan to gauge the extent of a knee injury that forced him off inside two minutes of…
PA
03 Jul 2021, 15:02
Four-try Josh Adams helps rampant British and Irish Lions open tour with big win
The tourists ran out 56-14 victors over the Sigma Lions in Johannesbu.
PA
03 Jul 2021, 14:48
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs Sigma Lions | 2021 Lions series
On paper, the British and Irish Lions faced maybe the weakest opposition of the tour to South Africa when they clashed with the Si…
Ian Cameron
03 Jul 2021, 14:29
Wales' 10-try thrashing of Canada soured by loss of Halfpenny
Wales welcomed fans back to the Principality Stadium as they launched their summer series with a 68-12 victory over Canada.
PA
03 Jul 2021, 12:28
Gatland responds to criticism of Cowan-Dickie's Lions selection
Warren Gatland has used his pre-game Lions TV interview to address the controversy over his selection of sub Luke Cowan-Dickie.
Liam Heagney
03 Jul 2021, 11:58
Wales player ratings vs Canada | 2021 Summer Tests
Wales player ratings: Anything other than a convincing victory for Wayne Pivac's Wales against Canada was going he perceived as su…
Ian Cameron
03 Jul 2021, 11:54
Ireland recover from an error-strewn first half to beat Japan
Ireland shrugged off an error-strewn first half to edge Japan in a Test where fans returned to the Aviva for the first time in 17 …
PA
03 Jul 2021, 10:44
Ireland player ratings vs Japan | 2021 Summer Tests
With just 4 repeat starters from the win over England, Ireland were at times rusty in their win over Japan... here are their playe…
Liam Heagney
03 Jul 2021, 10:23
O'Brien sticking by controversial 2017 Lions tour comments
Former British & Irish Lions flanker Sean O'Brien is sticking by comments he made after returning from the Lions' drawn 2017 serie…
Ian Cameron
03 Jul 2021, 6:32
Warren Gatland: I still 'nervous pooh' before big games
The British and Irish Lions boss will be racked with tension when he takes charge of Saturday’s opening fixture on South African…
PA
03 Jul 2021, 6:02
All Blacks score 100 against Tonga as Will Jordan bags five tries
The All Blacks have trounced Tonga 102-0 in their season-opening test at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland.
AAP
03 Jul 2021, 4:55
Rugby Australia statement: Two national coaches 'stood down' over audio
Two Australian national team coaches have been 'stood down' and have since resigned from their posts after inappropriate language …
Ian Cameron
03 Jul 2021, 4:42
Waratahs down Reds to claim Super W title
The NSW Waratahs have been crowned Super W Champions for the fourth consecutive time after defeating the Queensland Reds 45-12 in …
AAP
03 Jul 2021, 4:22
Eddie Jones names the best attacking combination he has ever seen
A question about Max Malins' positional flexibility resulted in England boss Eddie Jones recalling rugby as he knew it 20 years ag…
Liam Heagney
03 Jul 2021, 4:11
The Dan Carter pointer that augurs well for England rookie Smith
The name of Dan Carter was dropped into a conversation Eddie Jones had this week with an England team featuring uncapped Marcus Sm…
Liam Heagney
03 Jul 2021, 3:47
'Huge talent' - What impressed Davies most about Wales debutant Rogers
Wales captain Jonathan Davies has described international newcomer Tom Rogers as “a huge talent” ahead of his Test debut on Sa…
PA
03 Jul 2021, 3:39
Maori All Blacks dispatch Manu Samoa to farewell Otere Black in style
The Maori All Blacks have secured a second successive victory over Manu Samoa as they dispatched the Island nation 38-21 at Mt Sma…
Alex McLeod
03 Jul 2021, 2:36
Wallabies icon issues warning to NRL star eyeing cross-code switch
Wallabies legend Matt Burke has issued a warning to NRL star Blake Ferguson over his potential cross-code move to rugby union.
Sam Smith
02 Jul 2021, 22:27
Wallabies star in race against time to be fit for France test
Mystery surrounds the make-up of the Wallabies side to face France in their Brisbane series opener on Wednesday as halfback Jake G…
AAP
02 Jul 2021, 21:09
Ian Foster remains under scrutiny as All Blacks season begins
The All Blacks ease into their international season against Tonga on Saturday, the first step in a campaign to restore credibility…
AAP
02 Jul 2021, 20:57
Why Ian Foster doesn't want to see All Blacks vs Maori All Blacks
All Blacks head coach Ian Foster has revealed he doesn't want to see his side take on the Maori All Blacks at any point in the fut…
Alex McLeod
02 Jul 2021, 20:33
Ex-Wallabies star Samu Kerevi named in Australian Olympic sevens squad
Former Wallabies star Samu Kerevi has been named in Australia's 12-man sevens squad to compete at the Tokyo Olympics later this mo…
Alex McLeod
02 Jul 2021, 19:38
No 'justice' for All Blacks in drawn Lions series
Roman Poite's startling admission should have All Blacks fans - and the rest of the rugby world - up in arms.
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Jamie Wall
02 Jul 2021, 19:32
Reece Hodge weighs in on vacant Wallabies No. 10 jersey
Reece Hodge has a fight on his hands if he is to get first crack at the Wallabies No. 10 jersey against France in Brisbane next We…
AAP
02 Jul 2021, 18:51
Wallabies boss Dave Rennie says Richie Mo'unga is 'world's best 10'
Wallabies head coach Dave Rennie has labelled All Blacks playmaker Richie Mo'unga as "the best No. 10 in the world" ahead of his s…
Sam Smith
02 Jul 2021, 18:07
Calum Clark retires from playing to take up unique new Saracens role
After a career bookmarked by occasional violent outbursts, former England flanker Calum Clark is set to come full circle with a ne…
Kim Ekin
02 Jul 2021, 16:33
Springboks win big but physical Georgia give World Champs tune-up
World champions South Africa made a winning return to Test rugby with an ultimately comfortable 40-9 success against stubborn Geor…
PA
02 Jul 2021, 15:58
The sobering career statistic highlighted to England's uncapped 12
It is exciting England have picked 12 uncapped players in their matchday 23, but Eddie Jones has reminded them how limited Test ca…
Liam Heagney
02 Jul 2021, 13:57
Tom Rogers set for lift off with Wales
After producing Barry John and Car Carwyn James, Cefneithin RFC have unearthed a new star: Tom Rogers.
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Ross Harries
02 Jul 2021, 13:48
All hail the Oxford Blues
Manon Johnes have combined their studies at Oxford with playing international rugby and the Varsity Match awaits
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Charlie Willett
02 Jul 2021, 12:17
'I am absolutely disgusted... A stain on our great game' - Bracken lashes Lions
Former England scrum-half Kyran Bracken has hit out at the British & Irish Lions over the selection of Exeter Chiefs hooker Luke C…
Ian Cameron
02 Jul 2021, 11:34
Eagle Hooley facing 'ultimate challenge' after helping Saracens gain promotion
Full back Will Hooley helped Saracens regain their Premiership status and now faces the “ultimate challenge” in a US Eagles te…
Chris Jones
02 Jul 2021, 10:46
Form, coach, key players: What the B&I Lions are facing in the Sigma Lions
The British and Irish Lions kick off their tour to South Africa with a match against namesakes the Sigma Lions in Johannesburg on …
PA
02 Jul 2021, 10:15
Robbie Henshaw pulls out of Lions match with Sharks
Robbie Henshaw has been ruled out of the British and Irish Lions’ fixture against the Sharks on Wednesday because of a hamstring…
PA
02 Jul 2021, 9:25
'Shock' as Ludlow becomes only 5th debut player to captain England
Not since 1984 have England given the captaincy to a debut-making player but Lewis Ludlow now gets that honour this Sunday versus …
Liam Heagney
02 Jul 2021, 8:15
Eddie Jones' blunt response when asked about Michael Lynagh tweet
A tweet by Michael Lynagh about his title-winning son Louis and his England credentials drew a blunt response from Eddie Jones on …
Liam Heagney
02 Jul 2021, 7:31
'I don't think too many people were expecting my name on that list'
Stockdale was sidelined for most of the Six Nations because of a knee injury.
PA
02 Jul 2021, 7:21
Red carded players to be sent back to tackling school - World Rugby
Players red carded for high tackles are set to be sent back to tackling school - according to a new protocol from World Rugby.
Ian Cameron
02 Jul 2021, 6:22
England name 8 uncapped players in XV to start against the USA
Eddie Jones has named his England team to play the USA and it is very different from the side beaten by Ireland last March in the …
Liam Heagney
02 Jul 2021, 6:11
Rugby Australia sweats on Wallaby Test crowd decision
Just days out from the Wallabies' opening Test against France, Rugby Australia still doesn't know if spectators will be allowed to…
AAP
02 Jul 2021, 5:54
RugbyPass to live stream All Blacks Test matches in UK, Ireland, Europe, China and ME
RugbyPass will provide live and on-demand coverage of the All Blacks and Maori All Blacks in the coming weeks in more than 60 terr…
RugbyPass
02 Jul 2021, 5:11
'Evolution, not revolution' - Harlequins confirm Matson as new senior coach
Gallagher Premiership champions Harlequins have confirmed that Tabai Matson is taking over as their new senior coach.
Kim Ekin
02 Jul 2021, 5:08
'We're keeping open mind': Jones targets miracle Lions return
Warren Gatland had told travelling UK reporters in South Africa that stricken skipper Alun Wyn Jones is targeting a miracle Lions …
Liam Heagney
02 Jul 2021, 4:52
Newcastle sign Nathan Earle from Premiership champions Harlequins
Newcastle Falcons have signed Nathan Earle on a two-year deal from Gallagher Premiership champions Harlequins, the club have confi…
Sam Smith
02 Jul 2021, 4:39
Hole in one jump-started Jonny Hill's journey to Lions starter
The Exeter second row will line up against Sigma Lions this weekend.
PA
02 Jul 2021, 4:13
Report: Tonga debutant sensationally axed on eve of All Blacks test
Tonga have reportedly dropped one of their 13 debutants from their side a day out from their test against the All Blacks amid an e…
Sam Smith
02 Jul 2021, 1:31
Dalton Papalii's cheeky dig at former All Blacks flanker
All Blacks flanker Dalton Papalii has taken a cheeky dig at one of his predecessors in the lead-up to New Zealand's season-opening…
Alex McLeod
02 Jul 2021, 0:47
The Wallabies advice that turned Harry Wilson's season around
Mystery surrounds the make-up of the Wallabies' side to face France in their Brisbane series opener on Wednesday as halfback Jake …
AAP
02 Jul 2021, 0:14
Kiwi columnist blasted for 'disgusting' take on women's rugby
A Kiwi columnist has been blasted on social media for his take on the women's game in a respected New Zealand rugby magazine.
Sam Smith
01 Jul 2021, 22:59
Former All Blacks squad member set for lengthy stint on sidelines
One of the unlucky men to miss out on All Blacks selection in the squad for the coming tests in July won't have any further opport…
Tom Vinicombe
01 Jul 2021, 20:21
How the NZ Super Rugby sides have helped Wallabies for France tests
The Wallabies feel a recent taste of New Zealand rugby has set them up well for the test series against France, which opens next W…
AAP
01 Jul 2021, 20:12
Where the All Blacks actually improved in 2020
Analysis: 2020 was supposed to be an easy transition year for the All Blacks. That wasn't the case.
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Ben Wylie
01 Jul 2021, 20:11
All Blacks star Caleb Clarke misses Tokyo Olympics selection
All Blacks star Caleb Clarke has missed out on the 12-man All Blacks Sevens squad to compete at the Tokyo Olympics later this mont…
Alex McLeod
01 Jul 2021, 18:54
The one phone call Hogg plans to make before captaining the Lions
Stuart Hogg has set himself a promise before he leads out the Lions as captain for this Saturday's match in Johannesburg.
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 14:55
Farrell on what happened between Gatland, Ryan and the Lions
The second row was tipped to replace the injured Alun Wyn Jones with the Lions.
PA
01 Jul 2021, 14:33
What the Lions make of their 10/12 Russell/Farrell combination
Owen Farrell was specifically picked in May as a Lions out-half but he finds himself at No12 outside Finn Russell for this Saturda…
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 13:19
One of three Boks deployed as British & Irish Lions first SA opposition named
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen has opted to push some of the younger players into the frontline against the British and Irish Lions o…
Kim Ekin
01 Jul 2021, 13:01
'Clearly disappointed': Scotland's Test in Romania is cancelled
Scotland were to play in Bucharest on July 10 but the Test match versus Romania has now been cancelled, the second call-off of the…
PA
01 Jul 2021, 12:35
'You couldn't write it' - Howley on facing Wales and what anthem he'll sing
The former Wales scrum-half and long-time assistant coach will face his countrymen in Cardiff on Saturday.
PA
01 Jul 2021, 11:25
Worcester Warriors sign Lions prop Sutherland
Scotland prop Rory Sutherland will join Gallagher Premiership club Worcester after the British and Irish Lions’ South Africa tou…
PA
01 Jul 2021, 11:13
'I redeclare my James Ryan outrage' - Beard was Gatland's preference all along
James Ryan's recovery from an abductor injury to captain Ireland against Japan on the weekend suggests that Warren Gatland's decis…
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2021, 10:59
The 10 Lions players poised to start Sharks game next Wednesday
With Warren Gatland giving starts to 29 players in the first two games, it leaves just 10 more awaiting a promised first Lions sta…
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 10:49
Lions give an update on two minor injuries that needed injections
After an Edinburgh weekend dominated by injuries, Warren Gatland has delivered an encouraging Lions medical bulletin from South Af…
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 10:01
'I regret the way I behaved towards the six players... f***ing bulls*** from me'
England prop Joe Marler has admitted that he regrets the way he behaved towards the six late British and Irish Lions call-ups on t…
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2021, 9:53
'A sensible decision' - Lions match moved to avoid football clash
Both the British & Irish Lions and SA Rugby have confirmed that they are to move the Lions vs Sharks fixture forward to avoid a cl…
Sam Smith
01 Jul 2021, 9:10
Ireland XV to play Japan shows 11 changes from win over England
Andy Farrell has changed up his Ireland XV to face Japan 15 weeks after England were beaten in their Six Nations finale in Dublin.…
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 9:04
'He looks very beatable on the inside' - Lions rookie could be exploited
Former British and Irish Lions back row Stephen Ferris believes that Scotland winger Duhan van der Merwe has plenty to prove after…
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2021, 8:42
What Gatland likes about Lions skipper Hogg's leadership style
Warren Gatland has been speaking about what he has liked about Stuart Hogg this week, his captain for this Saturday's Lions game. …
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 8:22
'We celebrated well': From Harlequins' title win to England call
Joe Marchant has explained how the England squad have reacted to last weekend's stunning Premiership title win by Harlequins.
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 7:15
Finn Russell set to weave his Lions magic
Lions have to weigh up the risk and reward of starting Finn Russell in the Test series
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Will Owen
01 Jul 2021, 7:04
Lions vs Lions | Live Team Reaction & Game Preview
Jim Hamilton, Andy Goode, Stephen Ferris and Tom Shanklin are live with you as they react to the announcement of the British & Iri…
AAP
01 Jul 2021, 6:04
The toughest selection decision of Fiji Sevens' boss's career
Fiji Sevens coach Gareth Baber is facing the most difficult selection decision of his time in charge of the reigning Olympic champ…
Chris Jones
01 Jul 2021, 5:19
Gatland makes 14 changes to Lions XV to face Emirates Lions
Warren Gatland has named the British and Irish Lions team that will take on the Emirates Lions this Saturday in Johannesburg.
Liam Heagney
01 Jul 2021, 5:05
New All Black Quinn Tupaea's take on his senior midfield partner
Quinn Tupaea is considerably more excited at the prospect of having Rieko Ioane beside him on a pitch as opposed to in front of hi…
Tom Raine
01 Jul 2021, 3:36
Is Jordie Barrett the fix to the All Blacks' problem position?
It may be a left-field move, but Jordie Barrett has all the skills needed for a shift back to the midfield.
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Gregor Paul
01 Jul 2021, 1:56
'He'll be pretty pumped up to take a few of our heads off'
Hooker Dane Coles has shut down any chatter concerning the relative strength of the Tongan side named to take on the All Blacks on…
Tom Vinicombe
01 Jul 2021, 1:27
Waratahs reveal fulltime replacement for ousted Rob Penney
After a torrid 2021, incoming NSW Waratahs Head Coach Darren Coleman is aiming to revitalise a team that went without a win all se…
AAP
30 Jun 2021, 22:44
Aussie back rower's bold 'number one' claim for Wallabies
The Wallabies were able to beat the All Blacks 24-22 in Brisbane last year, something that has helped build belief in the squad he…
Sam Smith
30 Jun 2021, 21:45
Quinn Tupaea one of four new debutants for All Blacks in clash with Tonga
Ian Foster has named four new debutants for the All Blacks' opening game of 2021 against Tonga in Auckland.
Tom Vinicombe
30 Jun 2021, 19:42
Finn Russell says he can be trusted for Lions despite maverick tag
Finn Russell insists he can be entrusted to execute the British and Irish Lions’ gameplan against South Africa in defiance of hi…
PA
30 Jun 2021, 18:30
One new cap in Maori All Blacks team named for second Samoa test
Maori All Blacks Head Coach Clayton McMillan has trusted in continuity ahead of his side's second outing against Manu Samoa this w…
Online Editors
30 Jun 2021, 17:51
'The label does bother me, though not as much as it used to'
England prop Ellis Genge insists his notoriety is undeserved as he warns the USA and Canada that any attempt at...
PA
30 Jun 2021, 17:11
Murray replies to captain guaranteed Lions Test shirt speculation
There is a feeling that because he has been appointed Lions captain that Conor Murray must be guaranteed to start as the Test No9.…
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 12:59
The impact the 2009 Lions had on a 15-year-old Handre Pollard
The mystique the Lions possess left a lasting impact on a teenage Handre Pollard when they last toured South Africa in 2009.
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 10:40
Springboks' verdict on their two uncapped wingers facing Georgia
Set to play their first match since November 2019, the Springboks have included Test rookies Rosko Specman and Aphelele Fassi in t…
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 10:01
The quest for equality
What will it take for a current male player to come out as gay?
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Nick Heath
30 Jun 2021, 9:40
The bedrock of the Lions scrum
Tadhg Furlong is integral to the success of the esteemed touring side, a player they dare not lose
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Jonathan Bradley
30 Jun 2021, 9:07
A huge Lions focus: 'Scrum sessions so far have been pretty tasty'
A part of the England scrum dismantled by the Springboks in November 2019, Jamie George know where the Lions must be rock solid. …
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 7:52
London Irish sign ex-Springboks prop Marcel van der Merwe
Having called it quits with ex-All Black Waisake Naholo, London Irish have brought in another ex-Test player in Marcel van der Mer…
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 7:23
How Wales have reacted to Alun Wyn Jones' Lions tour-ending injury
Wayne Pivac has been talking about Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones getting ruled out of the Lions tour after suffering a shoulder inj…
PA
30 Jun 2021, 6:46
Atkinson in as unbeaten England change 4 for 20s tie with Ireland
England U20s got off to a fine Six Nations start by winning their first two matches but they have now rung the changes to take on …
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 6:24
'Mortified': How England RWC winner damaged the 2001 Heineken Cup
Leicester delayed a 20th-anniversary dinner for the 2001 Heineken Cup win but Lewis Moody was confessional in the already printed …
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 5:56
Coventry hit out at 'glaring omissions' in RFU's Championship plan
Fifth-place Championship finishers Coventry have taken the RFU to task now it has become harder for clubs to be promoted to the Pr…
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 5:00
Ealing add three Lions forwards and an Irish hooker for next season
Beaten by Saracens in the recent Championship final, Ealing have bolstered their pack by signing three ex-Lions and an Irish hooke…
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 4:46
Coup for Wasps as they bring in ex-All Blacks forward Fifita
Vaea Fifita, the 6ft 5in, 111kg Tongan-born player who moved to New Zealand for school, is leaving the Hurricanes for Wasps in Eng…
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 4:27
Lions hooker Jamie George names and shames 'worst committee ever'
Lions players and staff have various tour committees and entertainments committee member Jamie George has named the worst.
Liam Heagney
30 Jun 2021, 3:58
Tonga name nine debutants in starting team to take on All Blacks
Tonga have named nine debutants in their starting side to face the All Blacks at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland on Saturday.
Alex McLeod
30 Jun 2021, 1:16
The two test All Black set for a big return
Almost two years ago, concussion issues cruelly ruled exciting back-row prospect Luke Jacobson out of a chance to play for the All…
Tom Raine
30 Jun 2021, 0:24
Why Jordie Barrett must be used as a wing by the All Blacks
An ex-All Blacks great and a former Black Fern have called on the All Blacks to reinstate Jordie Barrett on the wing against Tonga…
Alex McLeod
29 Jun 2021, 23:48
It's night and day between Handre Pollard and the Lions flyhalves
The difference for the Lions pivots is they shoulder a much heavier burden. And should they win, they will likely deserve an unequ…
Ben Smith
29 Jun 2021, 23:47
Ex-All Blacks greats clash over team selections for Tonga test
A pair of former All Blacks greats, as well as an ex-Black Fern, have revealed who they believe should start for New Zealand in th…
Alex McLeod
29 Jun 2021, 21:47
Returning Springbok Handre Pollard looking to inflict 'damage' on Georgia
When he returns to test rugby against Georgia this weekend, it will complete a long journey back which Pollard says has prepared h…
Sam Smith
29 Jun 2021, 20:37
Former All Black Lima Sopoaga on his attempt to switch allegiances
Former All Blacks first five Lima Sopoaga has revealed he attempted to make a switch of international allegiances like his former …
Sam Smith
29 Jun 2021, 19:47
Wallabies youngster Tate McDermott primed for starting test debut
Will Genia's tutelage and a Super Rugby AU title have Tate McDermott primed to make his Wallabies starting debut against France ne…
AAP
29 Jun 2021, 19:11
Chiefs lock in duo with 'bright futures'
Two of the Chiefs top performing youngsters in 2021 have extended their contracts with the club. Naitoa Ah Kuoi and Samipeni Finau…
Online Editors
29 Jun 2021, 18:20
Where the All Blacks will find their ferocity
The All Blacks have talked about getting aggressive, but it will be up to individuals to make a difference.
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Patrick McKendry
29 Jun 2021, 18:16
In pictures: The Lions begin training in South Africa
Lions captain Conor Murray has been speaking on the day his squad got down to work in Johannesburg following their arrival in Sout…
Liam Heagney
29 Jun 2021, 13:26
2017 Lions 1st Test skipper has his say on new 2021 captain Murray
Conor Murray is poised to do what fellow Irishman Peter O'Mahony did in 2017 and skipper the Lions in a Test series match.
PA
29 Jun 2021, 12:18
What Pivac has been saying about return of coach he sacked last November
It was November when Byron Hayward left the Wales set-up under a cloud and he is now set to coach against Wayne Pivac and co.
PA
29 Jun 2021, 11:44
Worcester issue statement after Premiership relegation scrapped until 2024
Worcester finished bottom in this season's Premiership but they now have a chance to build long-term following Tuesday's RFU vote.…
Liam Heagney
29 Jun 2021, 10:56
What injured Jones said to new skipper Murray before the Lions flew to South Africa
New Lions skipper Conor Murray has revealed what advice the injured Alun Wyn Jones gave to him last Sunday as they went their sepa…
Liam Heagney
29 Jun 2021, 9:44
Springboks boss Nienaber addresses growing cancellation fears over Lions tour
Springboks boss Jacques Nienaber has reacted to speculation that the Lions tour is in jeopardy following recent worrying developme…
Liam Heagney
29 Jun 2021, 9:09
Springboks name two uncapped players to start versus Georgia, with Wiese on the bench
The Springboks have named their team to face Georgia on Friday in their first Test match since winning the World Cup in November 2…
Liam Heagney
29 Jun 2021, 7:12
RFU confirms 14-team Premiership expansion plan with no relegation until 2024
The promotion of Saracens had led to a 13-team Premiership next term but the RFU have voted through plans for a 2022/23 14-team to…
Liam Heagney
29 Jun 2021, 6:45
Wales name two new caps to start against Canada, with three more rookies on the bench
Rejuvenated Wales boss Wayne Pivac has named his first Test team since winning the 2021 Guinness Six Nations title last March.
Liam Heagney
29 Jun 2021, 6:14
What we learnt from the Lions v Japan
Two key injuries aside, it was a useful hit out for Warren Gatland's tourists but stiffer tests await
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Ben Smith
29 Jun 2021, 5:58
Another worrying Lions sign: South African grassroots rugby grinds to complete halt
The Lions have arrived in South Africa at the same times as the shutting down of grassroots rugby in the country due to the pandem…
Kim Ekin
29 Jun 2021, 4:57
'That'd be the dream': Will Genia reveals final destination on rugby-playing hitlist
Will Genia has enjoyed a superb career over the years and won some of rugby's premier prizes both nationally and internationally. …
Tom Raine
29 Jun 2021, 2:52
Damian McKenzie's touted move to Japan puts focus for 2022 squarely on two unfulfilled talents
Just who could step up and take the mantle in the Chiefs backline if their star playmaker Damian McKenzie heads offshore?
Michael Pulman
29 Jun 2021, 0:49
Wallabies dealt injury blow as veteran prop Scott Sio set to miss France test series
The Wallabies have lost another veteran with prop Scott Sio ruled out of the France test series with a hamstring injury.
AAP
28 Jun 2021, 23:34
'A few weeks ago, I was in the smoko room': The 9-5 workers set to debut for Tonga against All Blacks
Of the 30 players in the Tonga squad to face the All Blacks this weekend, many haven't been exposed to first-class rugby of any ki…
Sam Smith
28 Jun 2021, 23:02
Will Genia's take on Wallabies halves combo: 'Both teams are much better sides when he's on'
Two years ago, the French U20s side beat the Junior Wallabies to claim their second consecutive World Championship. Now, some of t…
Tom Raine
28 Jun 2021, 22:40
'I like Beauden at 10': Wallabies legend Will Genia weighs into Barrett-Mo'unga debate
Wallabies legend Will Genia has waded into the debate over who should start at first-five for the All Blacks between Beauden Barre…
Alex McLeod
28 Jun 2021, 21:04
The cultural shift that's transformed the All Blacks
A massive change in the All Blacks culture is helping to bring the best out of players.
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Gregor Paul
28 Jun 2021, 19:19
'The issue is that nobody from the RFU has spoken to him' - No England call for Lynagh
Two of the three countries that Harlequins wing ace Louis Lynagh is eligible to play for have been in contact with the youngster, …
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2021, 16:33
Tracking the history of the Lions
The toughest tour in sport gives players the chance to be remembered as greats of the game
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Andy Clarke
28 Jun 2021, 13:13
Four Harlequins added as Eddie Jones' names 'final' 38-man England squad
Head coach Eddie Jones has drafted in four Harlequins players as he named his 'final' 38-man squad ahead of England’s two summer…
Sam Smith
28 Jun 2021, 12:50
Harlequins set to sign Scotland centre Huw Jones
Scotland centre Huw Jones is considering a contract offer from newly-crowned Premiership champions Harlequins.
Jamie Lyall
28 Jun 2021, 11:48
Israel Folau released by Catalan Dragons
Controversial cross-code star Israel Folau has been officially released by the Catalan Dragons, the rugby league club have confirm…
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2021, 11:26
'A difficult few days' - Scotland choose to close down entire training camp
Scotland are to effectively shut up shop for a week in a bid to stave off last week's coronavirus outbreak in their training camp.
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2021, 11:03
Why is Conor Murray the new Lions captain?
The Munster and Ireland scrum-half has precious little captaincy experience but he will have to learn fast on the biggest stage
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Garry Doyle
28 Jun 2021, 10:53
Lions vs Lions: Gatland's men to face old foe from 2009 tour
The Lions have revealed their squad to face British and Irish Lions on Saturday. The South African franchise revealed a 26-man squ…
RugbyPass
28 Jun 2021, 10:45
Springboks statement: Boks return to training after outbreak scare
The Springboks are making a return to the training field after their Sunday session was cancelled following a Covid-19 scare.
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2021, 9:59
Champions Cup to re-run 2 pool, nine weekend comp for 2021/22 season
The EPCR are to continue with the new, shortened format of the Heineken Champions Cup as seen in the pandemic hit 2020/21 iteratio…
Sam Smith
28 Jun 2021, 8:24
Ireland confirm nature of injury that ruled James Ryan out of Lions call-up
Ireland have confirmed the reported injury that ruled James Ryan out of a potential British & Irish Lions call-up from head coach …
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2021, 7:32
Harlequins' new head coach revealed on New Zealand television
Harlequins, fresh from their triumph in the Gallagher Premiership Final, have a new head coach in former Bath head coach Tabai Mat…
Kim Ekin
28 Jun 2021, 7:02
Hammer blow for Gatland | Lions Weekly Round-up #1
The British & Irish Lions Weekly round-up, brought to you by The Famous Grouse... Warren Gatland was dealt a hammer blow to...
Josh Raisey
28 Jun 2021, 6:44
Springboks cancel press conference as Lions land in South Africa
South Africa cancelled a scheduled media conference on Monday as questions over the British and Irish Lions tour continue just as …
AAP
28 Jun 2021, 6:09
Wasps secure return of five-cap Springbok after one year absence
Wasps have announced the resigning of back-row Nizaam Carr from the Vodacom Bulls ahead of next season after a year away from the …
Sam Smith
28 Jun 2021, 5:20
Lions injuries see Wales add four players to squad
Wales have been forced to call up four players into their summer training squad after Warren Gatland dipped into their playing poo…
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2021, 5:14
Great Britain to face defending champions Fiji in Olympic sevens pool
Great Britain’s men will face reigning champions Fiji, hosts Japan and Canada in their rugby sevens pool at next month’s Tokyo…
PA
28 Jun 2021, 5:05
Six players at London Irish agree new deals
Six players have committed their immediate futures to London Irish as the club confirmed their first round of contract renewals. …
Sam Smith
28 Jun 2021, 4:45
Chiefs confirm departure of Lachlan Boshier to Japan while another Hurricane will join him at his new club
The 26-year-old loose forward has signed a two-year deal with Japanese Club Panasonic Wild Knights. Boshier debuted for the Gallag…
Online Editors
28 Jun 2021, 0:46
Rugby Australia 'hopeful' of crowds for France series
Buoyed by the capacity State of Origin crowd in Brisbane, Rugby Australia is hopeful the opening Wallabies-France Test can enjoy t…
AAP
28 Jun 2021, 0:16
'We address the elephant in the room': All Black first five battle not a destabilising force for the team says Mo'unga
Returning first five Richie Mo'unga enters the camp having won another Super Rugby Aotearoa title with the Crusaders, and is looki…
Ben Smith
28 Jun 2021, 0:05
Beauden Barrett was stiffed by the All Blacks but we can't make the same mistake with Richie Mo'unga
Coaching is about providing players with the best opportunity to be successful, but neither Barrett nor Mo’unga will ever truly …
Hamish Bidwell
27 Jun 2021, 23:27
Springbok coaches offer verdict on Conor Murray getting the Lions captaincy
The appointment of Irish halfback Conor Murray as captain of the British & Irish Lions is a familiar one for Springbok head coach …
Sam Smith
27 Jun 2021, 19:58
'Things move so quickly on these tours': Dan Biggar feels for Alun Wyn Jones but urges Lions to move forward
Jones has returned home to Wales to begin treatment on the cruel injury incurred just seven minutes into Saturday’s 28-10 victor…
PA
27 Jun 2021, 19:26
Damian McKenzie at a career crossroads
A stint overseas, no matter how short, could spell an end to Damian McKenzie's All Blacks hopes.
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Tom Vinicombe
27 Jun 2021, 18:37
'People on the outside looking in doubted us and didn't give us a chance'
Quins’ staggering Twickenham victory ended a nine-year title wait.
PA
27 Jun 2021, 12:45
Lions to arrive in South Africa wracked by third wave of virus
The touring British and Irish Lions will arrive in South Africa on Monday to a country wracked by a new wave of COVID-19 infection…
AAP
27 Jun 2021, 11:52
Murray not the leftfield captaincy choice people are making out - Andy Goode
Conor Murray’s promotion to British & Irish Lions captain seems to have caused shockwaves across the rugby world but it really s…
Andy Goode
27 Jun 2021, 10:50
Ref Watch: Lions let off hook in phoney war, Carley delivers on big stage
Wayne Barnes and Nick Mullins have become two staple items at Gallagher Premiership finals in recent years.
Paul Smith
27 Jun 2021, 9:49
Springboks cancel training, confirm positive Tests in camp
The Springboks have confirmed that three players have tested for Covid-19 and that they have cancelled their Sunday training as a …
Ian Cameron
27 Jun 2021, 7:50
Beirne one of three to boost their Lions stock against Japan
Tadhg Beirne was among the standouts for the Lions against Japan, but who else boosted their stock at Murrayfield?
Alex Shaw
27 Jun 2021, 7:03
Australia Sevens team given Olympic wake-up call
Australia's men's side have failed to register a win over their Olympics counterparts New Zealand and Fiji at the Oceania Sevens t…
AAP
27 Jun 2021, 6:31
Millard: Harlequins knees-up likely to go on for days
Quins’ spectacular 40-38 victory saw them crowned English champions for the first time since 2012.
PA
27 Jun 2021, 6:00
The real reason behind James Ryan's so-called Lions snub
While the appointment of Conor Murray as British & Irish Lions caught many off guard late last night, it's another Gatland call th…
Ian Cameron
27 Jun 2021, 5:58
'Unbelievable' - How Conor Murray reacted to shock Lions captaincy call
Conor Murray admits even he was surprised to be appointed British and Irish Lions captain once Alun Wyn Jones had been ruled out o…
PA
27 Jun 2021, 4:16
'I can promise you, when I went back to the changing room, I destroyed everything'
Romain Poite is as disarmingly honest off the field as he is firm and resolved on it. The public persona – the game face – is …
Jamie Lyall
27 Jun 2021, 3:42
Rugby Australia confirm location for relocated France Test
Australia's series-opening test against France next month has been moved to Brisbane in the wake of Sydney's two-week COVID-19 loc…
AAP
27 Jun 2021, 3:28
England A versus Scotland A called off
The England A versus Scotland A game set for this afternoon has been officially cancelled, the RFU have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
27 Jun 2021, 3:16
'I could feel where I have grown': Japan star talks up Super Rugby stint following historic Lions match
He may have only entered the fray in the 52nd minute but Japan loose forward Kazuki Himeno still made a big impact in his team's c…
Sam Smith
27 Jun 2021, 1:17
'Exactly how you want to see the game played': Greater test exposure demanded for 'glorious' Japan
While it was the British and Irish Lions who scored the victory, it was the performance of Japan who had many raving following the…
Sam Smith
27 Jun 2021, 0:06
'It was a lot nicer sitting up in the stands': McMillan not too hung up on Maori All Blacks' missed opportunities
The Maori All Blacks may have managed a 25-point win over Manu Samoa on Saturday night, but there were plenty of opportunities lef…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Jun 2021, 23:05
The best of the rest: New Zealand's incredible depth on display in second-tier All Blacks XV
Last year, NZR unveiled a new second-tier team that was set to tour North America in the latter stages of the test calendar. If su…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Jun 2021, 22:32
'That's part of the reason why some of us play': The big change coming for the Maori All Blacks next weekend
While the All Blacks may have secured a 35-10 victory over Samoa on Saturday night, captain Ash Dixon wasn't entirely happy with h…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Jun 2021, 20:30
Conor Murray to lead Lions as Welsh duo called up by Warren Gatland
British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has called up Welsh duo Josh Navidi and Adam Beard following confirmation of the injury…
Ian Cameron
26 Jun 2021, 16:55
Sensational Harlequins turn season around with underdog victory in Premiership final
Quins wing Lynagh, whose father Michael helped Australia win the World Cup at the same venue 30 years ago, struck twice in the clo…
PA
26 Jun 2021, 15:38
Exeter player ratings vs Harlequins | 2021 Gallagher Premiership final
Here are the Exeter player ratings following the Devon club's appearance in a sixth successive English Premiership final.
Liam Heagney
26 Jun 2021, 15:03
The four contenders to replace Alun Wyn Jones as Lions captain
Jones will not be going to South Africa after he dislocated his shoulder on Saturday.
PA
26 Jun 2021, 15:03
Harlequins player ratings vs Exeter | 2021 Gallagher Premiership Final
HARLEQUINS PLAYER RATINGS: Coming into the Gallagher Premiership Final, the Londoners had scored 703 points in the 22 rounds...
Ian Cameron
26 Jun 2021, 14:28
'That could rule him out' - Tipuric not out of woods but Gatland optimistic
British & Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has given an optimistic update on injured flanker Justin Tipruic to offer some rel…
PA
26 Jun 2021, 13:23
Captain Alun Wyn Jones ruled out of Lions tour
Alun Wyn Jones has been ruled out of the British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa after suffering a dislocated shoulder in the…
PA
26 Jun 2021, 12:53
Lions roar against Japan but injuries to Jones and Tipuric take shine off victory
The Lions got their 2021 tour off to a win but their Japan victory came at the cost of injuries to Alun Wyn Jones and Justin Tipur…
PA
26 Jun 2021, 12:15
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs Japan | 2021 Lions series
The British & Irish Lions players ratings, brought to you by The Famous Grouse. It was a match that was dubbed as the hardest cu…
Ian Cameron
26 Jun 2021, 12:02
Alun Wyn Jones' Lions tour is over after just seven minutes at Murrayfield
The Lions have suffered a frightening start to their 2021 tour, losing skipper Alun Wyn Jones and Justin Tipuric to injury inside …
Liam Heagney
26 Jun 2021, 10:40
The Lions suffered another Scottish-flavoured setback at Friday night's jersey presentation
Having lost two Scotland players to injury this week, the Lions also had to make do without a famed Scot who was set to present th…
Liam Heagney
26 Jun 2021, 10:00
'Meeting one, minute one, Eddie said 'you can call it what you like, but this is a Test match'
England’s second-string A team will host their Scottish counterparts at Mattioli Woods Welford Road this weekend.
PA
26 Jun 2021, 8:56
England defend robust training that has left 4 players - including Underhill - injured
Injuries at England training are nothing new but John Mitchell has had to defend what they do after four players were hurt in rece…
Liam Heagney
26 Jun 2021, 8:15
Wing aces shine as Maori All Blacks beat rusty Samoa
Winger Shaun Stevenson has scored two tries for New Zealand Maori in a comfortable 35-10 victory over Samoa in a rain-swept rugby …
AAP
26 Jun 2021, 6:39
Scotland include 10 uncapped players in A team XV skippered by recalled Matt Scott
The Scotland plan for Sunday's A match was hit by nine players getting ruled out but a Matt Scott-skippered XV has now been named.…
Liam Heagney
26 Jun 2021, 6:12
Fiji Rugby Union secure unlikely source of funding
The Fiji Rugby Union have secured a somewhat unlikely source of funding, with news that the Australian government will be giving P…
Kim Ekin
26 Jun 2021, 6:08
'I can't emphasise enough how important he will be to the Lions' - Nigel Owens
Retired referee Nigel Owens is backing England star Owen Farrell to shine on the British & Irish Lions series in South Africa, say…
Ian Cameron
26 Jun 2021, 5:54
What Hogg classily texted Nowell after the England player took his Exeter No15 shirt
It can't be easy for Stuart Hogg at Exeter right now but Jack Nowell, who has taken the No15 shirt, has been singing the Scot's pr…
Liam Heagney
26 Jun 2021, 5:31
'It's a key part of who I am': All Access Special Ep3 with Maro Itoje
The latest RugbyPass All Access three-part series sees Jim Hamilton joined by Maro Itoje, the 2021 Lions pick and Vitality ambassa…
Josh Raisey
26 Jun 2021, 5:06
Random Cryptocurrency labelled a 'scam' appears on the field in Maori All Blacks versus Samoa test
In a first for rugby and perhaps professional sport, a bizarre cryptocurrency has managed to get advertising space on the field du…
Sam Smith
26 Jun 2021, 4:14
Gatland's Lions attempt to climb their Everest
The Lions tour starts in Edinburgh today but their toughest opponent will surely be a pandemic that has brought the world to its k…
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Owain Jones
26 Jun 2021, 4:09
'This is the year to win the league... I'd have Saracens as favourites to win next year'
With Saracens due back in the Premiership next season, Danny Care reckons it's now or never this Saturday for Harlequins to win th…
Liam Heagney
26 Jun 2021, 3:58
Rugby Australia move France Test
Australia's series-opening test against France will be shifted out of Sydney due to a COVID-19 lockdown of the nation's biggest ci…
AAP
26 Jun 2021, 3:41
20-year-old Wales new boy plays down Alun Wyn Jones comparisons
Wales new boy Ben Carter has played down comparisons with Alun Wyn Jones and revealed why a potential...
PA
26 Jun 2021, 3:26
Report: Chiefs star Damian McKenzie 'likely' to take up contract in Japan
The 26-year-old is currently in the final year of his current three-year contract, originally signed in 2018 and is currently weig…
Ben Smith
25 Jun 2021, 21:24
'Francois Steyn eat your heart out': Cheslin Kolbe's fires warning shot to Lions with incredible drop goal in Top 14 final
With seemingly nothing on, Dupont pivoted 180 degrees to link with Kolbe back in the pocket, who slammed the goal only inches insi…
Sam Smith
25 Jun 2021, 20:12
Big Will Skelton remains the Wallabies' one that got away
Despite interest from Australia, Will Skelton has signed a mammoth contract to remain in France.
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Christy Doran
25 Jun 2021, 19:03
'You only remember the winners': Exeter aiming for 'one more' after past lessons from Premiership finals says Sam Simmonds
His immediate priority, though, is Exeter’s Premiership final appointment with Harlequins at Twickenham, where victory for the C…
PA
25 Jun 2021, 17:48
'That opportunity isn't going to be wasted': Time for players to step up after Lions tour uncertainty, says Alun Wyn Jones
Twenty-four hours later they will depart for South Africa, where the tour will take place in defiance of a rising number of corona…
PA
25 Jun 2021, 17:45
Jamie Joseph's final message to Japan as they face the Lions
Jamie Joseph will give his Japan team the freedom to express themselves in the nation’s first fixture against the British and Ir…
PA
25 Jun 2021, 14:12
Excluding trans women from rugby doesn't feel right
In 2020, World Rugby was the first international federation to create a policy that specifically excluded trans women from competi…
Stella Mills
25 Jun 2021, 13:55
What the Lions are saying about Hogg only making the Exeter Premiership final bench
Stuart Hogg is touted to be the Lions No15 versus the Springboks on July 24 but he has only made the Exeter bench for the Premiers…
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 13:06
Premiership final: The key battles
Where might Saturday's mouth-watering Premiership Final be won and lost?
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Jamie Lyall
25 Jun 2021, 13:03
'Shocked' Ludlow's reaction to getting England A captaincy ahead of Genge and co
As one of 23 uncapped players in the 36-strong England squad this week, Lewis Ludlow wasn't expecting to captain the A team this S…
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 12:57
Wallaby great worried family name had put target on son's back
Wallaby great Michael Lynagh can clearly remember the first time his son Louis played at Twickenham where he returns on Saturday t…
Chris Jones
25 Jun 2021, 10:47
How South African-born van der Merwe is coping with criticism of his Lions selection
It was only last autumn when South African-born Lions pick Duhan van der Merwe became eligible for Scotland under the residency ru…
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 10:39
England's Toon army
A quartet of Newcastle Falcons will show off their wares to a wider audience and Toby Flood gives you the lowdown
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Andrew Elliott
25 Jun 2021, 10:03
The bits of Kruis, Lawes and Read that Jones is looking for in his rookie England locks
Eddie Jones wants his rookie England locks to win the lineout like a George Kruis, defend like a Courtney Lawes and carry like a K…
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 8:08
Five talking points ahead of the British and Irish Lions' meeting with Japan
The match will take place at Murrayfield in front of a crowd of 16,500.
PA
25 Jun 2021, 8:01
Harlequins recall Esterhuizen for Premiership final but Exeter keep Hogg on bench
Exeter boss Rob Baxter and Harlequins general manager Billy Millard have named their teams for Saturday's Premiership final at Twi…
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 7:24
9 Scotland A players ruled out but game versus England A is still going ahead
Scotland have called in five players to ensure Sunday's A game versus England A still goes ahead after nine players ruled out.
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 6:59
11 uncapped players named to start in an England A team skippered by Lewis Ludlow
Eddie Jones has named an England A side that will be skippered by Lewis Ludlow, one of eleven uncapped players included in the XV.
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 6:11
What Lions omission Jonathan Davies is focused on
The 33-year-old was part of the last two Lions tours and starred in New Zealand four years ago.
PA
25 Jun 2021, 5:05
'That is a trait that not a lot of people have': All Access Special Ep2 with Maro Itoje
The latest RugbyPass All Access three-part series sees Jim Hamilton joined by Maro Itoje, the 2021 Lions pick and Vitality ambassa…
Josh Raisey
25 Jun 2021, 4:58
'I underestimated how much it made things difficult for them to be at their best'
Eddie Jones has explained why he resisted the temptation to call Saracens No8 Billy Vunipola into the England fold for their summe…
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 4:34
'He gets all the glory, doesn't he, from scoring a couple of tries from two metres out'
Exeter skipper Joe Simmonds is 25 months younger than Lions pick Sam and he has no trouble having a cheeky or a stern word with hi…
Liam Heagney
25 Jun 2021, 4:03
'There was an orchestrated campaign in the NZ media to try to unsettle me'
Warren Gatland will complete the set of southern hemisphere destinations as he plots the downfall of South Africa
PA
25 Jun 2021, 3:04
'Maybe I'll have to start practising my long punt': All Blacks star's take on new law changes
For most Super Rugby players, newly adopted law changes won't cause too many issues for the upcoming test season - but they will r…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Jun 2021, 23:49
Recalled All Black David Havili's commitment to being a 'fulltime midfielder'
It's taken a positional change and a run of injury-free rugby, but David Havili has finally fought his way back into the All Black…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Jun 2021, 23:02
All Blacks defence coach Scott McLeod provides update on injured trio, who could fill in at centre
Shannon Frizell and Ardie Savea, who entered the All Blacks camp under injury clouds, could potentially suit up in black next Satu…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Jun 2021, 22:29
What former Wallabies star Samu Kerevi will bring to the Australian sevens team
Samu Kerevi's decorated career for Australia and Queensland makes him a potential X-factor player for the men's rugby Sevens team …
AAP
24 Jun 2021, 21:27
New Zealand Super Rugby star Solomon Alaimalo reveals mental health struggles in candid social media post
The pressures of being a professional rugby player are undeniable and one Super Rugby star has opened up on the impact said pressu…
Sam Smith
24 Jun 2021, 19:37
'I don't understand it': Dave Rennie frustrated with Northern Hemisphere powers
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has raised an eyebrow at Northern Hemisphere rugby nations for thwarting attempts to introduce a 20-mi…
AAP
24 Jun 2021, 18:50
Wallabies set to blood more rookies against France as star playmakers looking unlikely for opening test
Dave Rennie will have no hesitation backing his youth policy once again as the Wallabies battle a worrying injury toll heading int…
AAP
24 Jun 2021, 18:32
The struggle to replace Ma'a Nonu
The All Blacks are yet to find a midfielder that possesses the same subtleties to their game as Ma'a Nonu.
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Gregor Paul
24 Jun 2021, 18:31
All Blacks camp suffers first casualty as already depleted midfield stocks take a further blow
The All Blacks were already digging deep into the nation's midfield stocks thanks to a season-ending injury suffered by Jack Goodh…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Jun 2021, 18:06
'Jason called him up and fake scared him... my dad got quite intimidated'
Harlequins winger Louis Lynagh has told a hilarious story about how a 'scuffle' at his first training session aged 4 caused his da…
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 15:26
'We're trying to work out whether we have got Ben Curry or Tom Curry here'
The presence of 23 uncapped players in England camp, including rookie Ben Curry, sounds like it has refreshed the coaching of Eddi…
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 14:18
France's tour of hotel hell
A callow French squad prepare to embark on their grinding voyage to Australia
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Gavin Mortimer
24 Jun 2021, 13:07
Pivac breaks his silence over the decision to jettison Cory Hill from the Wales squad
Cory Hill was originally included in the 34-man group for Test matches next month but he was released from the Wales squad last we…
PA
24 Jun 2021, 12:08
'We've had a lot of choir practice, a few questionable song choices'
Singing, beers, FIFA and WhatsApp group mischief were all mentioned as off-field activities for Conor Murray and his fellow Lions.…
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 11:49
How rugby is addressing the tackle height
The England World Cup winner believes great strides have been made in making tackles safer but there is more to do
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Ben Kay
24 Jun 2021, 11:22
Japan team to face the Lions contains 10 World Cup quarter-final starters
There are plenty of familiar faces from the 2019 World Cup in the Japan team that will face the Lions this Saturday in Edinburgh.
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 10:53
Lewis Carmichael has retired from playing with immediate effect aged just 26
Lewis Carmichael made his Test debut for Scotland in 2018 but the Edinburgh forward has now sadly retired at just the age of 26.
PA
24 Jun 2021, 10:22
'At least it's not missing out on a tour': Lions issue Fagerson, Watson injury update
The Scots have borne the brunt of Lions training this week, injuries to Zander Fagerson and Hamish Watson ruling them out versus J…
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 9:58
London Irish sign Ben White, the youngster player in Leicester's Premiership history
London Irish have signed Ben White who made history when he became the youngest player in Leicester's Premiership history in 2016.
Kim Ekin
24 Jun 2021, 7:29
England rule out uncapped Reid, provide update on Tuilagi's series-ending injury
England have had some injury setbacks leading into their summer series, with the uncapped forward Miles Reid the latest player to …
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 7:09
Fagerson becomes second Scotland forward to drop out of Lions XV versus Japan
A second Scotland forward has dropped out of Saturday's Lions XV, Zander Fagerson joining Hamish Watson on the Murrayfield sidelin…
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 6:20
'This isn't something that is ridiculous': All Access Special Ep1 with Maro Itoje
The latest RugbyPass All Access three-part series sees Jim Hamilton joined by Maro Itoje, the 2021 Lions pick and Vitality ambassa…
Josh Raisey
24 Jun 2021, 5:00
Jones takes a back seat as Mitchell handed control for the England A team match
Eddie Jones was vocal recently about his need to practise coaching but he has handed the England A team head coach role to John Mi…
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 4:26
'Literally walking the corridor growling at people': How Exeter's 4 Lions are preparing
The only players who haven't yet linked up with the Lions are the four from Exeter who are involved in this Saturday's Premiership…
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2021, 4:02
'You can often get consumed with things that are out of your control': The philosophy of Maori All Blacks coach Clayton McMillan
The global pandemic continues to throw spanners in the works for professional sport with the Maori All Blacks' game against Manu S…
Tom Vinicombe
23 Jun 2021, 22:41
Hurricanes confirm signing of Blues flanker Blake Gibson
Experienced loose forward Blake Gibson is heading to the capital after signing with the Hurricanes for the 2022 Super Rugby season…
Online Editors
23 Jun 2021, 22:11
'He will be a handful': Springboks assistant coach wary of threat posed by South African-born Duhan van der Merwe
The South African-born Scotland star will make his first appearance in the famous red jersey against Japan at Murrayfield Stadium …
Sam Smith
23 Jun 2021, 22:10
Report: World Rugby set to introduce two new laws for Rugby Championship, international tests
World Rugby will introduce two controversial new rules to test matches for the latter half of the season, according to reports out…
Sam Smith
23 Jun 2021, 21:14
Son of famous Wallaby ready for Japan debut against the British & Irish Lions after 'natural progression'
But when Jack Cornelsen likely makes his Test debut on Saturday, it will be far away from Australia - in Edinburgh, Scotland - and…
AAP
23 Jun 2021, 21:04
Maori All Blacks name two debutants for battle with Samoa
Maori All Blacks Head Coach Clayton McMillan has named two debutants for the Maori All Blacks' opening clash of the year against S…
Sam Smith
23 Jun 2021, 20:27
'There's a whole new playbook': New master plan for Springboks won't stop Lions playing with flair says Liam Williams
Liam Williams initiated one of the British and Irish Lions’ greatest tries but the Wales star is now more focused on creating fr…
PA
23 Jun 2021, 19:16
'I'm ready': Tonga and Fiji beware, Brodie Retallick is back
After a one-year absence from test rugby, Brodie Retallick is again set to wear black when New Zealand take on Tonga and Fiji in t…
Tom Vinicombe
23 Jun 2021, 19:07
All Blacks exclusion could be the making of Cullen Grace
Paradoxically, being dropped by the All Blacks could kick-start the career of 21-year-old Cullen Grace.
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Tom Vinicombe
23 Jun 2021, 18:36
'They are going to physically bully us': Springbok lock Mostert's startling prediction for matchup with the Lions pack
Mostert is the only one of the Springboks' four locks at the World Cup in Japan two years ago who is fit, while Lood de Jager, Ebe…
AAP
23 Jun 2021, 17:50
Wallabies battling halves injury crisis as first star ruled out of France series
White has returned home to Canberra after suffering a MCL injury at training during their Gold Coast camp, and Toomua is already t…
AAP
23 Jun 2021, 17:41
'Now he is up and running I can't believe he is not now on the radar for the Lions as well'
Injury meant Jack Nowell wasn't picked when the Lions unveiled their 2021 squad in May but Exeter are backing him for an emergency…
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2021, 14:39
'That was the speech': What Harlequins inspiringly said at half-time versus Bristol
Harlequins skipper Stephan Lewies has explained what happened in the dressing room last Saturday to spark their incredible comebac…
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2021, 14:33
'Unrelenting effort and commitment': Bath farewell nine players who are leaving
Having wrapped up their Premiership campaign with Champions Cup qualification, Bath have now farewelled nine players including Zac…
Kim Ekin
23 Jun 2021, 11:12
Training ground incident rules Hamish Watson out of the Lions opener versus Japan
Hamish Watson was set to be one of four Scots in the Lions XV versus Japan but that plan was scuppered by a training ground incide…
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2021, 9:57
South African franchise snaps up Noel McNamara, the Ireland age-grade Grand Slam coach
Successful age-grade coach Noel McNamara has just secured a huge promotion, moving from Ireland to the Sharks in South Africa.
Kim Ekin
23 Jun 2021, 8:35
'It's been a shame it hasn't been an amazing time for him': Exeter's bittersweet Cuthbert exit
Alex Cuthbert is on the verge of a Premiership final appearance but it will be his last for Exeter after they didn't offer him a n…
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2021, 7:58
'Another very good discussion on Monday': How Baxter is handling axed Hogg
Stuart Hogg, next month's potential Lions No15, had his world turned upside down when he took a call from Exeter boss Rob Baxter l…
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2021, 6:10
'He's a big unit': Worcester sign Garvey, Newcastle bring in Dalton
The signings for the 2021/22 Premiership season are continuing with Matt Garvey arriving at Worcester and Matthew Dalton at Newcas…
Kim Ekin
23 Jun 2021, 5:24
'We'd 500 Harlequins ultras, stockbrokers and lawyers turned into these crazy fans'
Harlequins No9 Danny Care had been around the Premiership for a long time but he never experienced an atmosphere like he did last …
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2021, 4:26
John Hardie's race is run
The Scotland backrow reflects on a career of glory, trauma and fulfilment as he hangs up his boots
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Jamie Lyall
23 Jun 2021, 4:26
The 2017 Lions lesson colouring Gatland's thinking regarding 2021 Test team selection
Warren Gatland has chosen some familiar combinations to face Japan but he insists it's no set indicator regarding Lions Test team …
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2021, 4:06
Scotland A 'really motivated' for England clash even though no caps on offer
Pete Murchie insists the absence of caps on offer will take none of the spice out of this weekend’s Scotland A clash with Englan…
PA
23 Jun 2021, 1:46
Highlanders confirm departure of international star and three other stalwarts
The Highlanders have announced that four players from their 2021 squad have played their finals games for the team.
Tom Vinicombe
23 Jun 2021, 1:35
The All Blacks' 12 shortage a symptom of flip-flopping New Zealand's age grade stars around positions
This era is really an unchartered experiment for New Zealand Rugby, with many talented players now becoming utility players on the…
Ben Smith
23 Jun 2021, 0:43
'He's got a huge opportunity': The All Blacks midfielder with the most to gain
With Ngani Laumape heading to France, Jack Goodhue sidelined for the season and Anton Lienert-Brown on the mend from minor surgery…
Sam Smith
22 Jun 2021, 23:51
How the All Blacks will bring fire back to the fore in 2021
The All Blacks have selected a set of forwards that can bring some much-needed aggression to the pack.
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Gregor Paul
22 Jun 2021, 21:45
'Lenny would beat you in a phone box': Wallabies looking for a new midfield combination ahead of France series
The Wallabies are making every day count with coaches awarding votes they plan to use toward selection for next month's France Tes…
AAP
22 Jun 2021, 19:17
'He knows when to suck in the big ones': How Marler repaid Harlequins' VIP treatment
The birth of his fourth child on Thursday ignited a special Premiership weekend for Harlequins and star loosehead Joe Marler.
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2021, 14:08
'That speaks volumes': How Lions vote told Gatland all he needed to know about Farrell
Owen Farrell has only just linked up with the Lions but his immense presence has already been felt, according to boss Warren Gatla…
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2021, 13:57
The 2 messages taken by the Lions from England football's contact tracing debacle
The contract tracing misfortune that has happened to the England football at the Euros hasn't been lost on Lions boss Warren Gatla…
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2021, 12:46
Gatland explains his 'no English' Lions XV and addresses Finn Russell injury scare
Warren Gatland has been speaking at a media briefing after his selection of the Lions team that will face Japan this Saturday in E…
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2021, 8:53
No England player in starting XV as Lions name team to play Japan on Saturday
Warren Gatland has named his first team of the 2021 Lions tour, a selection that will take on Japan at Murrayfield this Saturday. …
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2021, 6:05
Manu Tuilagi has withdrawn from the England squad 41 hours after call-up
With Sale beaten in the Premiership semi-finals, Manu Tuilagi was included in the revised England squad published on Sunday.
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2021, 5:22
Jade Konkel's burning desire
Jade Konkel gave up a pro contract to become a firefighter but it hasn't dampened her World Cup dream.
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Lucy Lomax
22 Jun 2021, 4:20
Why Quinn Tupaea's selection in the All Blacks was always inevitable
Quinn Tupaea has always been a player with extremely high prospects in the shadows ahead. Now he seems to be realising that potent…
Michael Pulman
22 Jun 2021, 1:09
Lolly scramble of All Black selections begs the question, is there actually a plan in place?
How many positions in the All Blacks starting XV would you say are sewn up? I’d say about five and a half.
Hamish Bidwell
22 Jun 2021, 0:32
'It can be done': Ethan de Groot's message to Southlanders following maiden All Blacks call-up
New All Blacks prop Ethan de Groot has sent a message to aspiring rugby players from Southland, and their parents, following his i…
Alex McLeod
21 Jun 2021, 23:32
Ian Foster explains how he picked his All Black midfielders and why he called up Quinn Tupaea
Ian Foster has highlighted the midfield as the toughest area to pick of his 2021 All Blacks squad, as he tries to find the right c…
Ben Smith
21 Jun 2021, 22:38
The winners and losers of Ian Foster's first All Blacks squad of 2021
The first All Blacks squad of the year has been named for next month's test series against Tonga and Fiji, and there is no shortag…
Alex McLeod
21 Jun 2021, 21:27
'Is there any innovation left?': John Kirwan questions whether the All Blacks can evolve again to retake number one spot
Kirwan questioned whether New Zealand has any innovation left after back-to-back World Cups, with the Northern Hemisphere improvin…
Sam Smith
21 Jun 2021, 20:40
Card confusion reigns supreme across global game
Conflicting messages over high tackles and head knocks in both hemispheres remain game’s reliable constant.
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Patrick McKendry
21 Jun 2021, 20:10
'I don't get quite as hot-headed as I used to': A wiser Damian McKenzie returns to the All Blacks after his clutch form for the Chiefs
The Chiefs resurgent season in 2021 which saw them make the Super Rugby Aotearoa final has seen a number of Chiefs' players select…
Ben Smith
21 Jun 2021, 18:46
Ireland fans get greenlight for summer Tests
Ireland rugby fans have been given the green light to return to the Aviva Stadium for the first time in 17 months for the summer T…
PA
21 Jun 2021, 14:36
'There is only one team that can score the amount of tries that we do'
Head coach Gareth Baber believes his Fiji sevens team can overcome their lack of international rugby by proving they are still the…
Chris Jones
21 Jun 2021, 14:33
'Properly gutted' - Chris Robshaw's nightmare start to MLR career continues
Chris Robshaw's dreadful start to his MLR career with San Diego Legion is continuing after the former England skipper dislocated h…
Ian Cameron
21 Jun 2021, 13:10
Sale Sharks tie down flanker on two-year deal
Sale Sharks flanker Cameron Neild has signed a new two-year deal which will extend his time with the club to ten years.
Sam Smith
21 Jun 2021, 12:12
McGeechan's take on which Lion should start at No.7 jersey against Japan
British & Irish Lions guru Sir Ian McGeechan has been running the rule over who should start against Japan next weekend.
Ian Cameron
21 Jun 2021, 12:00
Leicester Tigers sign a Puma and a Queensland Reds star
Leicester Tigers' recruitment drive continues with confirmation from the club that they have signed Argentina international Juan P…
Sam Smith
21 Jun 2021, 10:10
British & Irish Lions boosted by six new Monday arrivals
The British and Irish Lions have been reinforced by a wave of new arrivals including their Saracens contingent as they step up ope…
PA
21 Jun 2021, 9:34
The miracle of Ashton Gate
An astonishing weekend of rugby featured comebacks, trophies and breathtaking drama
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Jamie Lyall
21 Jun 2021, 8:30
Springboks' Six Nations inclusion 'only a matter of time'
Sunday Times writer and former England international Stuart Barnes believes the Springboks inclusion in the Six Nations is 'only a…
Ian Cameron
21 Jun 2021, 8:18
'He wasn't a warm character... I do believe he did stifle some creativity'
While unquestionably Ireland's greatest head coach in the professional era, Joe Schmidt's coaching style was as famous for its rig…
Ian Cameron
21 Jun 2021, 6:50
'On f***in' all of them' - exactly what banned Leicester hooker Youngs said to ref
Leicester Tigers hooker Tom Youngs will be obliged to referee at least two community rugby matches for his role in the ugly scenes…
Ian Cameron
21 Jun 2021, 6:30
All Blacks announce five uncapped prospects in 36-man squad to face Tonga and Fiji
The All Blacks have named four uncapped players for their upcoming test series against Tonga and Fiji next month.
Online Editors
21 Jun 2021, 3:14
Report: Blues and Hurricanes set to exchange ex-All Blacks prospects for 2022 Super Rugby season
Fresh off their Super Rugby Trans-Tasman title-winning exploits, the Blues are reportedly set to do a double-deal with the Hurrica…
Sam Smith
21 Jun 2021, 1:33
'We only had one sh***er': Ash Dixon leaves little to imagination while comparing Blues to Highlanders
Highlanders co-captain Ash Dixon didn't mince his words when explaining why his side went into Saturday's Super Rugby Trans-Tasman…
Alex McLeod
20 Jun 2021, 22:51
Blues coach Leon MacDonald opens up on plans for Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's playing position
Fresh after his side's Super Rugby Trans-Tasman title-winning success, Blues head coach Leon MacDonald already has an eye on next …
Alex McLeod
20 Jun 2021, 21:01
Ireland Sevens win in Monaco to secure last ditch qualification for Olympics
Ireland have secured victory at the World Rugby Sevens Repechage in Monaco this evening, making history by securing qualification …
Kim Ekin
20 Jun 2021, 15:03
'We were in crisis mode around November 2019' - McCall on Saracens' Premiership return
Mark McCall celebrated Saracens’ return to the Gallagher Premiership after Ealing were condemned to another heavy defeat.
PA
20 Jun 2021, 14:55
Gatland adds two more Lions to Jersey training camp
Two more players have inducted into Warren Gatland's British & Irish Lions training camp on Jersey, although there's still no sign…
Ian Cameron
20 Jun 2021, 14:49
Saracens secure Premiership return with second heavy victory over Ealing
Saracens rubber-stamped their return to the Gallagher Premiership with a 57-15 victory over Ealing after successfully hitting the …
PA
20 Jun 2021, 13:53
Manu Tuilagi one of seven players added to England training squad
Tuilagi is three games into his comeback from the Achilles injury sustained in September.
PA
20 Jun 2021, 13:28
'You could just hear the break' - Lood de Jager details latest 'freak' injury
As injury-ravaged rugby players go, Lood de Jager is right up there, and the giant Springbok second row has detailed exactly how h…
Ian Cameron
20 Jun 2021, 9:02
'The last few weeks all the top teams' 9s are having big games... it works straight into my hands'
Eddie Jones has claimed the ruck is speeding up around the world and potential England summer No9 Dan Robson has been enjoying him…
Liam Heagney
20 Jun 2021, 6:42
'I read that and thought, f***, if a farmer from Ballymena can do that then I can'
Philip Matthews was touted as a nailed-on Lions pick and potential captain who was snubbed for 1989 Australia tour but played agai…
Liam Heagney
20 Jun 2021, 5:57
How worried should we be about Wasps?
But comments made by BT Sport pundit and Wasps Non-Executive Director Lawrence Dallaglio on Times podcast ‘The Ruck’ have rece…
Paul Smith
20 Jun 2021, 4:40
'There's a little prop family going around world rugby, you recognise each other's weirdness'
Lions pick Tadhg Furlong has been talking props, from Andrew Porter, Kyle Sinckler and Mako Vunipola to Springboks rival Steven K…
Liam Heagney
20 Jun 2021, 4:11
Disturbing scenes as Toulouse star Romain Ntamack stretchered off after sickening tackle and fall
There were immediate concerns for Ntamack's safety after a sickening fall that occurred after being knocked out during a rush tack…
Sam Smith
20 Jun 2021, 3:22
'Bow to me or crucify me': South African journo who tore apart Alun Wyn Jones doubles down on position
The South African journalist who took aim at Alun Wyn Jones and the Lions has doubled down on his position as he clarified that re…
Sam Smith
20 Jun 2021, 2:33
'Fooled us into thinking SA Rugby is better': Benetton's dominant Rainbow Cup win a big reality check for SA teams in Europe
The South African champion Bulls have been outclassed 35-8 by Italian club Benetton in the final of the Rainbow Cup in Treviso in …
Sam Smith
20 Jun 2021, 1:40
Certainties, probables, possibles and wild cards: Who will Ian Foster name in the first All Blacks squad of the year?
Ian Foster will name the first All Blacks squad of 2021 on Monday evening. Who will be the lucky men who received the call-up, and…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Jun 2021, 0:31
Highlanders captain Ash Dixon feared the worst after high tackle on Blues pivot Otere Black
Highlanders co-captain Ash Dixon wasn't feeling optimistic after his high tackle on Blues pivot Otere Black in the Super Rugby Tra…
Tom Vinicombe
19 Jun 2021, 22:50
Zarn Sullivan's breakout campaign with the Blues finishes with a flourish as the young fullback draws Beauden Barrett comparisons
Before the Super Rugby Aotearoa season kicked off, many fans were curious how Blues coach Leon MacDonald would utilise new utility…
Tom Vinicombe
19 Jun 2021, 20:46
First five Otere Black one of four players to part ways with the Blues following Super Rugby Trans-Tasman win
Four long-term stalwarts of the Blues have finished their careers with the Auckland franchise following Saturday night's 23-15 win…
Tom Vinicombe
19 Jun 2021, 19:35
Highlanders player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Trans-Tasman Final
The Highlanders may not have gotten the result they wanted but they put in a brave fight in the Super Rugby Trans-Tasman final. Wh…
Nick Turnbull
19 Jun 2021, 18:23
Blues player ratings vs Highlanders | Super Rugby Trans-Tasman Final
The Blues have claimed their first Super Rugby title in 18 years. How did the champion players rate in the Trans-Tasman final?
Alex McLeod
19 Jun 2021, 18:00
Benetton stun Bulls to win Rainbow Cup final
Benetton capped a remarkable Guinness PRO14 Rainbow Cup campaign by upsetting the odds to thump the Bulls 35-8 in the final.
PA
19 Jun 2021, 16:54
'We've a guy wiped out in the first 2 minutes... and it's a yellow card': Tuilagi incident queried
Cards were a controversial feature of last weekend Exeter versus Sale game and the issue arose again this weekend to leave Rob Bax…
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2021, 15:12
'It's not as if Stuart is a bad guy...' Exeter explain axing Hogg, confirm Cuthbert is leaving
Exeter won their way through to the Premiership final after dropping Lions pick Stuart Hogg to the bench and starting Jack Nowell …
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2021, 14:31
Exeter book final spot against Harlequins with thrilling play-off win over Sale
Champions Exeter reached their sixth successive Gallagher Premiership final and will play Harlequins at Twickenham after beating S…
PA
19 Jun 2021, 13:55
'It's a huge disappointment' - Pat Lam reacts to Bristol Bears collapse
Bristol director of rugby Pat Lam admitted his “huge disappointment” after his side missed the opportunity to reach their firs…
PA
19 Jun 2021, 13:30
Son of Wallaby legend shines in English rugby thriller
Louis Lynagh, son of former Wallaby great Michael Lynagh, has scored a try in a fantastic Harlequins comeback that saw the London …
AAP
19 Jun 2021, 13:10
'It's just quite the most unbelievable club game of rugby I've seen for some time, if ever'
Harlequins were facing Premiership semi-final humiliation when trailing 28-0 at Bristol but they produced an extraordinary comebac…
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2021, 12:03
Harlequins overturn 28-point deficit at Bristol in breathtaking, extra time semi-final win
Quins are into the Premiership final for the first time since 2012.
PA
19 Jun 2021, 12:02
'I don't think Hibbs had ever experienced a player speaking to him like Johnny did'
Even as stroppy flyhalves go, Ireland's Johnny Sexton's reputation for rattiness on the training pitch precedes him.
Ian Cameron
19 Jun 2021, 8:08
Faf De Klerk: Why two year hiatus won't hurt Springboks
The Springboks have not played since the 2019 World Cup final against England.
PA
19 Jun 2021, 7:27
Blues edge Highlanders in Super Rugby Trans-Tasman final to end 18-year title drought
The Blues have edged the Highlanders 23-15 in an enthralling encounter to claim the first-ever Super Rugby Trans-Tasman final in A…
AAP
19 Jun 2021, 5:00
'People think I'm a little more hot-headed... I've never had a red card for ill-discipline nor a yellow'
Potential England summer skipper Ellis Genge has a fiery reputation amongst the general rugby public but he insists it's a misconc…
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2021, 4:30
Discarded: Why Jack Cosgrove feels betrayed after a life-changing injury cost him career
Jack Cosgrove can remember sitting on a log in Pontcanna Fields, rain stinging his cheeks as he wondered whether to go home to a l…
Jamie Lyall
19 Jun 2021, 4:28
Why 'credible witness' Dickson in Skinner case was treated differently at Ewers hearing
It was curious how Karl Dickson was called a credible witness at one Exeter hearing but blamed at a second hearing for yellow card…
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2021, 4:10
The Dai Young lesson feeding into this weekend's Millard plan for Harlequins
Harlequins boss Billy Millard has strong Bristol connections but something learned from Dai Young is foremost in his mind this wee…
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2021, 3:57
The biggest challenge facing the Highlanders in the Super Rugby Trans-Tasman final
Highlanders co-captain Ash Dixon has made it clear his side must overcome the Blues' enormous forward pack if they are to come awa…
Sam Smith
18 Jun 2021, 22:52
'There's some big fellas': Michael Hooper stunned by Australia's forward as Wallabies prepare for France
Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has talked up his side's forward pack after spending time with Dave Rennie's newly-named squad on…
AAP
18 Jun 2021, 21:20
'We need it': Blues chief executive reveals plans for global club competition are underway
Blues chief executive Andrew Hore has revealed plans to create a Champions League-style global club competition are underway.
Sam Smith
18 Jun 2021, 21:09
Report: All Blacks lose another star to injury ahead of July test series against Tonga and Fiji
The All Blacks have reportedly lost yet another key player just weeks out from their July test series against Tonga and Fiji.
Sam Smith
18 Jun 2021, 19:38
Why Lachlan Boshier's lack of versatility could have cost him All Blacks selection
Why would Lachlan Boshier, who’s so good at his core role, particularly against fellow Kiwi opposition, not be able to break int…
Michael Pulman
18 Jun 2021, 18:14
Bear necessities
In the past Bristol were rudderless and lacking in confidence but with the right backing, brighter times lie ahead
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Owain Jones
18 Jun 2021, 17:49
Lightening the Lood
Sale's giant Springbok talks family, injury, and facing the Lions
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Jamie Lyall
18 Jun 2021, 16:59
Exeter confirm that banned Dave Ewers was due for England summer series call-up
It was thought the ban for Dave Ewers would extend into next season but Exeter have revealed the uncapped back row was set for Eng…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2021, 10:44
'They are private conversations' - Fekitoa's watershed moment just the beginning
Seilala Mapusua, the Samoa head coach, believes that when former All Black Malakai Fekitoa pulls on the Tonga jersey to captain th…
Chris Jones
18 Jun 2021, 10:22
Exeter bench Lions pick Stuart Hogg for semi-final rematch versus Sale
Stuart Hogg is tipped to be the starting Lions No15 against the Springboks on July 24 but he won't start for Exeter vs Sale this S…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2021, 8:30
Fit-again Sinckler back to face old side Harlequins as semi-final teams named
Kyle Sinckler is one of four changes to the Bristol side that started their last outing at Leicester; Harlequins make just one swi…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2021, 7:54
Saracens select all five Lions to start the second leg despite a 60-0 lead over Ealing
Despite being 60 points ahead in their two-match Championship final, Saracens have named all five of their Lions to start versus E…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2021, 7:21
'You've got one shot, you've got to take it': All Access Springboks Special
In this RugbyPass All Access special edition Spirit of Rugby episode, Jim Hamilton is joined by 2009 series winners John Smit and …
Josh Raisey
18 Jun 2021, 6:44
Lions pick Sam Simmonds voted the 2020/21 Premiership player of the year
Chosen by the Lions last month for South Africa, record-breaking Exeter No8 Sam Simmonds has now been voted Premiership player of …
Kim Ekin
18 Jun 2021, 6:29
'Munster made a lot of noise': Benetton brush off fuss over Rainbow Cup final
Unfancied Benetton qualified for this weekend's Rainbow Cup final via a cancellation that left Irish province Munster upset with t…
PA
18 Jun 2021, 6:07
Premiership team of the season
As a madcap campaign draws to a close, The XV selects its team of the season from England's top flight.
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Jamie Lyall
18 Jun 2021, 5:45
Ex-All Blacks winger Waisake Naholo is one of nine players leaving London Irish
London Irish spent a fortune bringing in ex-All Blacks winger Waisake Naholo but he made just four appearances for the club in two…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2021, 5:26
Lukewarm reaction to title-chasing Bristol winning a host of individual awards
Individual awards and nominations have flooded into Bristol this week but Premiership title-chasing boss Pat Lam has downplayed th…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2021, 4:52
BOA confirm GB Rugby Sevens squads for Tokyo
The British Olympic Association (BOA) has confirmed the selection of 24 rugby sevens players who will represent Team GB at the Tok…
Kim Ekin
18 Jun 2021, 4:26
'The players mentioned exactly that': Why card trick left Sale flummoxed at Exeter
Sale in the Alex Sanderson era have shown they can play when a man down but they came unstuck when cards left them a man up at Exe…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2021, 4:09
Lions: Welsh legend promises no dirt trackers
Only 25 members of the 37-man squad selected by Warren Gatland are present in Jersey for a pre-tour training camp.
PA
18 Jun 2021, 3:13
Chiefs coach breaks silence over reports of Lachlan Boshier's departure to Japan
A Chiefs coach has broken his silence in the wake of reports that star loose forward Lachlan Boshier is set to leave the franchise…
Sam Smith
18 Jun 2021, 0:01
Three Crusaders stars have played their final match for the Super Rugby Aotearoa champions
The Crusaders will need to do some further recruitment ahead of next season with three of their players set to depart the franchis…
Sam Smith
17 Jun 2021, 22:56
Super Rugby standouts included in Australia U20 squad to play New Zealand and Fiji
The Junior Wallabies have confirmed their 31-player squad ahead of the upcoming Oceania Rugby tournament to be played on the Gold …
Online Editors
17 Jun 2021, 22:20
Wallabies star Lachlan Swinton set for French series after escaping suspension despite red card
Firebrand flanker Lachie Swinton is free for Wallabies selection to face France after escaping a further ban after his send-off i…
AAP
17 Jun 2021, 21:56
The new propping blood gunning for All Blacks selection
The All Blacks will look to rejuvenate their front-row in 2021. Which men are due a call-up?
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Tom Vinicombe
17 Jun 2021, 21:50
'Good enough to play international rugby': Western Force confirm interest in NRL star Blake Ferguson
The Western Force have confirmed their interest in NRL star Blake Ferguson after the Parramatta Eels wing was linked to a cross-co…
Alex McLeod
17 Jun 2021, 21:25
'It was pretty tough': The Wallabies debutant looking to overcome horror Super Rugby season
Fresh off a horror Super Rugby season with the Waratahs, Lalakai Foketi is already thinking about what he can provide as a new mem…
AAP
17 Jun 2021, 19:59

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