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Long-term Wales absentee Gareth Anscombe has posted his latest ACL recovery update
It was August 2019 when Gareth Anscombe last played a match and the Wales out-half has posted his latest injury recovery video.
Josh Raisey
21 Apr 2021, 9:07
'He threatened the surgeon he better do a good job, the best job he has ever done'
According to Alex Sanderson, Lood de Jager has returned to the Sale set-up on a relentless mission to get fit for the Springboks i…
Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2021, 8:28
'Probably the overall damage is in the region of £1billion': World Rugby's grim lost revenue forecast
World Rugby have unveiled a new strategic plan through to 2025 and it has arrived on the back of a dreadful lost revenue forecast.…
PA
21 Apr 2021, 7:51
Cross-hemisphere Rainbow Cup matches cancelled
Teams like the Bulls were expected in Europe in late May but that plan for the gimmicky Rainbow Cup has been cancelled due to the …
Sam Smith
21 Apr 2021, 6:26
'I bailed out of the tackle...': Sale's Rob du Preez cops ban for last weekend's red card
Sale out-half Rob du Preez was sent off by referee Adam Leal last weekend and appeared before an online disciplinary panel on Tue…
Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2021, 5:58
Darren Childs has quit as Premiership Rugby's CEO
It was August 2019 when Darren Childs joined Premiership Rugby as CEO but he is now stepping away after less than two years in the…
Sam Smith
21 Apr 2021, 5:39
Ex-Junior Springboks set for NFL trial after consistently kicking 75-yard field goals in practice
Lloyd Greeff made it as far as Junior Springboks in his rugby career but he will head to California next month dreaming of making …
Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2021, 5:21
The glass ceiling
They are one of the biggest clubs in the world but Munster are stuck on the second tier.
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Jonathan Bradley
21 Apr 2021, 5:07
Sam Warburton unveils the Canterbury jersey the Lions will wear versus the Springboks
The countdown to the Lions tour in South Africa accelerated on Wednesday with the unveiling of the Canterbury jersey that will be …
Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2021, 4:47
'Over time if the competition is not an every-game-matters, it's not sustainable'
With no relegation this year, leaders Bristol have warned that all teams must keep trying their best or the Premiership loses cred…
PA
21 Apr 2021, 4:29
'I'm not convinced': Ex-All Black and broadcaster clash over whether NZR has 'the backbone or the stomach' to help Moana Pasifika succeed
Sky broadcaster Ken Laban and ex-All Black Sir John Kirwan have clashed over whether NZR has “the backbone or the stomach” to …
Alex McLeod
21 Apr 2021, 2:24
Damian McKenzie's positional merry-go-round continues as Chiefs lose All Black to concussion
Damian McKenzie has been shifted once more as the Chiefs chase their fifth win on the trot, with the pocket rocket slotting back i…
Tom Vinicombe
21 Apr 2021, 0:31
Clayton McMillan responds to Warren Gatland chatter: 'I know a lot has been written in the media'
Interim Chiefs head coach Clayton McMillan has weighed in on speculation surrounding Warren Gatland’s future with the team.
Michael Pulman
21 Apr 2021, 0:31
Wallabies prospect likely to miss remainder of Super Rugby AU after being handed suspension
Promising Melbourne Rebels lock Trevor Hosea won't play again unless his team make the Super Rugby AU grand final after he was han…
AAP
20 Apr 2021, 23:13
'That's my gut feel': Hurricanes boss Jason Holland breaks silence on TJ Perenara's potential NRL move
Hurricanes boss Jason Holland is confident TJ Perenara will return to the franchise as rumours continue to swirl around about the …
Alex McLeod
20 Apr 2021, 22:50
Ruben Love retained at No 10 as Hurricanes name one debutant for Chiefs battle
Rookie first five Ruben Love will again be tasked with wearing the No 10 jersey for the Hurricanes this weekend against the high-f…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Apr 2021, 22:10
'I needed a break': Former Highlanders coach rules himself out of Moana Pasifika role
Former Highlanders boss Aaron Mauger has ruled himself out of becoming Moana Pasifika head coach in their inaugural season next ye…
Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 21:45
Chiefs bring in star Under 20s centre as injury replacement
While the Chiefs haven't been hit quite as cataclysmically hard by injuries this season as they were in 2020, they've not escaped …
Tom Vinicombe
20 Apr 2021, 20:48
On the hook
The fire that burns within Dane Coles is raging still, which is why he’s put off retiring.
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Gregor Paul
20 Apr 2021, 18:26
'He's another one that has to be on the radar': The 'big body' Crusader making a case for All Blacks selection
One man who impressed former Blues hooker James Parsons in the Crusaders narrow loss to the Chiefs was the makeshift openside flan…
Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 17:53
'What he was willing to sacrifice in wages to stay here...': Sale shed light on why Manu Tuilagi was convinced to stay
Sale pulled off a coup on Monday when announcing that Manu Tuilagi will stay at the club for another two years, pleasing boss Alex…
Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2021, 14:12
'Abject failure': Online England fans haven't taken kindly to the RFU verdict on Eddie Jones
Struggling England boss Eddie Jones has been given a vote of confidence but the RFU but many fans online are unhappy with this out…
Josh Raisey
20 Apr 2021, 13:16
World Cup winner Naholo has made a secret comeback after nightmare 14 months out at Irish
Ex-All Blacks wing Waisake Naholo hasn't played Premiership for London Irish since February 2020 but he made a secret comeback rec…
Chris Jones
20 Apr 2021, 12:58
Carl Fearns has joined Newcastle with immediate effect from the French Pro D2
It was 2015 when Carl Fearns left Bath for an adventure in France but he is now back in the Premiership at Newcastle after six yea…
Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 11:57
Contract extensions agreed for 10 Saracens staff members, including long-serving boss McCall
Promotion-chasing Saracens have announced they are keeping faith in long-serving boss Mark McCall and nine other staff at the Lond…
Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 11:28
Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones signs on for more with Ospreys and the WRU
Any speculation Alun Wyn Jones might retire after the 2021 Lions tour has been quashed after the Wales skipper posted an Instagram…
Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 11:10
'The bone actually came through the skin...': Etzebeth on the gruesome injury that gave Springboks fans a recent fright
Eben Etzebeth recently gave Springboks fans a fright when it emerged he had been injured in a training ground accident with Toulon…
Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2021, 10:43
Eddie Jones to remain England head coach after RFU publishes in-depth Six Nations review
The RFU have outlined their stance on Eddie Jones 31 days after the 2021 England Six Nations campaign finished on a losing note in…
Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2021, 9:10
'Warren knows him, the character and the quality of player he is'
2017's Lions pick Jack Nowell only made his first appearance of this season last weekend with Exeter following injury last October…
PA
20 Apr 2021, 7:51
Bristol issue update on injured trio Sheedy, Radradra and Randall
With Premiership champions Exeter due at Ashton Gate on Friday, Bristol have issued an injury update concerning three of their sta…
PA
20 Apr 2021, 7:40
Edinburgh sign 'towering lock' Pierce Phillips from the Top 14
With Agen relegated from the Top 14 last weekend, the break-up of their squad has started with Edinburgh signing Pierce Phillips. …
Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 7:28
'That is why the football one has created a bit of a furore': Exeter wade into Super League debate and its relevance for rugby
With six Premier League football teams set to join a breakaway European league, Exeter boss Rob Baxter has given a rugby viewpoint…
Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2021, 7:01
What to expect from the Rainbow Cup, rugby's latest brand new competition?
The new Rainbow Cup swings into action this weekend and here is an explainer telling you everything you need to know about the tou…
PA
20 Apr 2021, 5:44
Bigger isn't always better
LIons need to learn lessons of 2009, when Heinrich Brüssow bossed the breakdown for the Boks
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Jon Cardinelli
20 Apr 2021, 3:37
'You can't play for the All Blacks or Australia': New Super Rugby side Moana Pasifika reveal eligibility rules
Moana Pasifika has revealed key details over the eligibility of its playing roster a year out from its inaugural season in a new p…
Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 2:32
'How do we know that Warren's not involved?': How the Chiefs have bounced back from their horror season
In the space of a month, Clayton McMillan has taken the Chiefs from an 11-match losing streak to within sniffing distance of a spo…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Apr 2021, 1:22
Sydney Roosters star backs All Blacks halfback TJ Perenara to make successful NRL switch
A Sydney Roosters star, who played for the Australian Schools union team six years ago, is hoping the All Blacks star becomes a su…
AAP
19 Apr 2021, 23:18
'He's definitely playing well enough': Has Josh Ioane played himself back into the All Blacks?
An ex-All Black believes Josh Ioane has been "playing well enough" to "warrant selection" in the next national squad, but said it …
Alex McLeod
19 Apr 2021, 22:32
'The guy is made for league': Hurricanes teammate Dane Coles weighs in on TJ Perenara's potential code switch
Speaking to media after announcing a two-year deal with NZR and the Hurricanes until the end of 2023, Coles was asked for his thou…
Sam Smith
19 Apr 2021, 20:55
'We were getting ready to kick pretty much straight after that penalty': Why the Crusaders failed to pull the trigger
Against the Hurricanes in Wellington, the Crusaders had no reservations pulling the trigger and kicking a drop goal to win the mat…
Sam Smith
19 Apr 2021, 20:36
Push the pass
The All Blacks' offloading game has faded dramatically since Wayne Smith left the coaching fold.
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Ben Smith
19 Apr 2021, 17:50
Which sides would make a 12-team European rugby union Super League?
The sporting headlines this weekend have been dominated by a highly controversial bid to launch a twelve-team European Super Leagu…
Josh Raisey
19 Apr 2021, 13:02
'With Scotland, Gatland used to stand next to the pitch on his phone, have lunch with us then b****r off'
Tim Visser has said that Scotland have always been “underrepresented” in Warren Gatland’s British and Irish Lions squad.
Josh Raisey
19 Apr 2021, 12:48
'I hate it' - How Gatland dealt with the source of a 2008 media leak in Wales camp
British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has recalled how he dealt with the source of a leak in the Wales camp back in 20…
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2021, 11:58
Joe Marler's brilliant take on Adidas 'Impossible is Nothing' campaign
Joe Marler has provided his own spin on the current social media campaign launched by Adidas.
Josh Raisey
19 Apr 2021, 11:12
Sexton ruled out of Leinster's Rainbow Cup game against Munster as he continues recovery from head injury
The province kick-off their Rainbow Cup campaign this Saturday and travel to play La Rochelle in the Champions Cup semi-finals on …
Ciarán Kennedy
19 Apr 2021, 9:51
Dwayne Peel released from Cardiff contract and confirmed as Scarlets' new head coach
The Blues have confirmed Peel will not be joining the club despite signing a three-year contract which was due to start in July 20…
Sam Smith
19 Apr 2021, 9:23
Dickinson swaps Bristol for Glasgow
Scrum coach Alasdair Dickinson will join Glasgow Warriors coaching staff ahead of the 2021/22 season, leaving his current role at …
Sam Smith
19 Apr 2021, 9:07
Ugo Monye to chair RFU's new diversity and inclusion advisory group
Monye will head the group, with former England star and current Wasps Ladies director of rugby Giselle Mather acting as vice-chair…
PA
19 Apr 2021, 8:58
Return of the Gat
Glorious free-flowing rugby, Lions talk and petty squabbles dominate the weekend's talking points
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Jamie Lyall
19 Apr 2021, 8:22
'I think it's disgusting' - Mike Phillips ruthlessly trolls former adversary Mike Brown on Twitter
Former Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips has taken what appears to be a good-natured swipe at Harlequins fullback Mike Brown on Twitt…
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2021, 7:34
Harlequins sign up versatile back Nick David from Worcester Warriors
The versatile back came through the Worcester Warriors Academy and has represented the club 28 times to date.
Sam Smith
19 Apr 2021, 7:16
Ugo Monye may just have nailed the Lions with his revised XV
Only two Englishmen have made Ugo Monye’s British and Irish Lions XV to start against South Africa this summer.
Josh Raisey
19 Apr 2021, 6:51
John Afoa to move into coaching role with Bristol
Afoa will take over from Alasdair Dickinson ahead of the 2021/22 season and will carry out the role alongside his playing commitme…
Ciarán Kennedy
19 Apr 2021, 6:35
Springbok prop backs 'destructive' Joe Marler for Lions tour to South Africa
Tighthead Wilco Louw has seen first hand the destructive power of Marler’s scrum work and tackling this season.
Chris Jones
19 Apr 2021, 5:30
Manu Tuilagi signs new long-term deal with Sale Sharks
The 29-year-old England international joined Sale following his high-profile exit from Leicester Tigers last year.
Ciarán Kennedy
19 Apr 2021, 4:59
Why Shannon Frizell is in pole position to reclaim the All Blacks' No 6 jersey this year
If Shannon Frizell continues his strong form for the Highlanders, it will be increasingly difficult to deny him the All Blacks' No…
Alex McLeod
19 Apr 2021, 3:02
'I've seen how social media gets to some of the younger players and we've had that happen here'
After a run of four straight closely fought victories against their Kiwi rivals, the Chiefs are the in-form team in Super Rugby Ao…
Michael Pulman
19 Apr 2021, 1:24
Why are the All Blacks going to pick Retallick, Barrett and possibly Perenara out of Japan and not guys everywhere else?
If we are going to pick Beauden Barrett and Brodie Retallick (and maybe not TJ Perenara if John Kirwan’s telling the story) then…
Hamish Bidwell
19 Apr 2021, 0:29
Blues prop Alex Hodgman's Super Rugby Aotearoa season over following red card against Highlanders
Blues prop Alex Hodgman will play no further part in Super Rugby Aotearoa this season after copping a ban for his red card against…
Alex McLeod
18 Apr 2021, 23:25
Quade Cooper set for reunion with Robbie Deans following dramatic weekend of Top League play-offs
Japan's Top League has gained a major global promotional boost as Quade Cooper's Kintetsu Liners have been put on a collision cour…
AAP
18 Apr 2021, 20:48
All Blacks and Hurricanes star Dane Coles knocks back retirement rumours to re-sign with NZR
All Blacks and Hurricanes hooker Dane Coles has shot down rumours of retirement by re-committing to New Zealand Rugby and the Hurr…
Sam Smith
18 Apr 2021, 18:43
Pacific pathway
Moana Pasifika's genesis is the first step to helping Pasifika rugby thrive, but an important one nonetheless.
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Gregor Paul
18 Apr 2021, 18:00
Late Doncaster hits can't stop cool headed Owen Farrell - McCall
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall saluted Owen Farrell after his return to action in a hefty 50-15 Greene King IPA Championsh…
PA
18 Apr 2021, 16:29
Bath score late to extend home dominance over Leicester
Leicester were denied a first Gallagher Premiership success at the Recreation Ground for 10 years after Ben Spencer’s late conve…
PA
18 Apr 2021, 13:23
Owen Farrell returns as Saracens put big score on Doncaster Knights
Owen Farrell returned to action for Saracens in their crushing 50-15 win at Greene King IPA Championship title rivals Doncaster Kn…
PA
18 Apr 2021, 13:12
'Players were turning around and saying 'how has this guy got 50 caps for England? He's useless'.'
British and Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland has been reflecting on one of his most memorable signing while head coach of Wasps.
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2021, 10:18
Fiji may be forced to base Super Rugby team in New Zealand
Fiji Rugby Union chief executive officer John O’Connor has revealed contingency plans are in place to base the Fijian Drua in Ne…
Chris Jones
18 Apr 2021, 9:17
John Dawes: The man with a chemistry degree who led Lions and Wales to success
The Welshman, who has died aged 80, is the only player to have captained the British and Irish Lions to a Test series victory agai…
PA
18 Apr 2021, 7:01
Text messages reveal how serious TJ Perenara is about NRL switch
TJ Perenara is serious about a switch to rugby league and is texting NRL players for tips on how to improve as a player.
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2021, 6:39
Jordan Taufua decides his immediate playing future and it will be in France
Former Leicester Tigers' back row Jordan Taufua will be remaining in France after extending his stay with Lyon in the Top 14. 
Sam Smith
18 Apr 2021, 5:39
'So impressed with how good an athlete he is': Why England recall Joe Marchant has thrived at Harlequins following Super Rugby loan
Joe Marchant spent half of 2020 in New Zealand with the Blues and Harlequins are now reaping the reward of that ambitious loan spe…
Liam Heagney
18 Apr 2021, 5:00
Former Ireland international backs Danny Care for Lions squad inclusion
Danny Care has a shot of claiming a place on the British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa, according to Harlequins assistant c…
PA
18 Apr 2021, 4:17
The Scottish sheep farmer's son called 'Bomber' whose insider knowledge of Saracens is about to be tested
It's been quite the career for farm-reared Robin Hislop but the Doncaster Bomber won't face his old Saracens friends due to untime…
Liam Heagney
18 Apr 2021, 4:14
The Lions selection snub that the Springboks are 'happy about'
World Cup winner Schalk Brits believes the British and Irish Lions have missed a golden opportunity to boost their chances of a te…
Chris Jones
18 Apr 2021, 3:44
Melbourne's Super Rugby AU season remains on a knife-edge after Rebels loss
Melbourne's Super Rugby AU season remains on a knife-edge after they fell to the Brumbies 26-20 in a thriller at AAMI Park on Sund…
AAP
18 Apr 2021, 3:44
'When Gregor spoke to me, I was angry... For me to be denied that opportunity hurts'
Sean Maitland has a smile on his face and a spring in his step as he trots down to breakfast in the Scotland team hotel.
Jamie Lyall
18 Apr 2021, 3:01
Chiefs loss caps off worst period in Scott Robertson's reign as wheels fall off the Crusaders' machine
It shows how good the Crusaders have been since Scott Robertson took over as coach in 2017 that Saturday night's loss to the Chief…
Sam Smith
18 Apr 2021, 0:34
Western Force provide update on Rob Kearney as former All Black set to miss Reds clash
Western Force coach Tim Sampson is hopeful superstar fullback Rob Kearney will be able to return for Friday night's season-definin…
AAP
17 Apr 2021, 22:48
'They left a bit of cattle at home': Chiefs captain Brad Weber not getting carried away following Crusaders victory
Chiefs captain Brad Weber isn't getting carried away following his side's victory over the table-topping Crusaders on Saturday eve…
Tom Vinicombe
17 Apr 2021, 22:34
Consistent Samisoni Taukei'aho's performance against the Crusaders puts him right in the All Blacks frame
It wasn't too long ago that Chiefs supporters used to hold their breath whenever hooker Samisoni Taukei'aho had the ball in his ha…
Tom Vinicombe
17 Apr 2021, 19:41
That winning feeling
After a torrid year, the Chiefs have finally rediscovered the lost art of winning.
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Tom Vinicombe
17 Apr 2021, 19:23
'The VAR of rugby': Captain's referral under the spotlight after fans question the spirit of the Crusaders' final challenge
With no visible reason to challenge, Crusaders captain Scott Barrett threw a last ditch referral under the new rules which allow f…
Sam Smith
17 Apr 2021, 18:29
Warren Gatland: Clubs don't need extra money for Lions duty
Warren Gatland has questioned the sense of English clubs demanding additional compensation for releasing their players.
PA
17 Apr 2021, 17:09
Captain Manuela Furlan scores hat-trick as Italy cruise to win over Scotland
Manuela Furlan scored a hat-trick as Italy cruised to a 41-20 win over Scotland in their Women’s Six Nations clash.
PA
17 Apr 2021, 15:08
Max Malins claims brace as Premiership leaders Bristol see off Newcastle
Premiership leaders Bristol put in a scintillating attacking display as they claimed a 34-17 bonus-point victory.
PA
17 Apr 2021, 15:03
England duo inspire Harlequins to dominant win over Worcester
Harlequins took advantage of excellent conditions and willing opponents to engineer a 50-26 victory over Worcester that returned t…
PA
17 Apr 2021, 14:07
France hammer Ireland to set up Six Nations title decider versus England
Ireland had hopes of causing a Women's Six Nations upset in Dublin but they were blown away by France who now meet England in the …
PA
17 Apr 2021, 12:17
'The only other thing is to start fining the lads...': Sanderson fuming over Sale discipline
Sale boss Alex Sanderson was chuffed by his team's resilience on Saturday but he was fuming over yet another card, this time a red…
PA
17 Apr 2021, 11:42
Wayne Barnes has a dig at himself on Twitter following Friday night's play-stopping gaffe at Northampton
Veteran referee Wayne Barnes unwittingly became London Irish's 16th man during one first-half incident at Northampton on Friday.
Liam Heagney
17 Apr 2021, 11:17
Lee Blackett's reaction to Wasps' dramatic second-half collapse
Wasps boss Lee Blackett pulled no punches after watching his team’s second-half demise against Gallagher Premiership champions E…
PA
17 Apr 2021, 11:08
Nigel Owens on his 'concerns' for an Itoje led Lions and why he prefers Alun Wyn Jones should
Nigel Owens has written that he thinks Alun Wyn Jones and not Maro Itoje should lead the British and Irish Lions tour to South Afr…
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2021, 10:39
Sale just about hold on against Gloucester after first-half Rob du Preez red card
Rob du Preez was sent off in the 26th minute with Sale leading Gloucester 12-5 through tries from Faf de Klerk and Arron Reed.
PA
17 Apr 2021, 10:18
33 unanswered second-half points see Exeter impressively respond to European exit
Exeter consolidated second place behind runaway Premiership leaders Bristol with a convincing second-half flourish in their win ov…
PA
17 Apr 2021, 9:46
Force claim first home victory since 2017 in after-siren thriller win over Waratahs
The Western Force's finals hopes are still alive after Argentinian flyhalf Domingo Miotti nailed a penalty after the final siren t…
AAP
17 Apr 2021, 8:39
Agen relegated to ProD2 and on track for worst season in league's history
Agen were officially relegated from the Top 14 on Friday night, despite six games remaining until the season has run its course.
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2021, 8:18
'You get your head kicked in by a lot of angry Welshmen, especially having the accent I have'
As lockdown birthdays go, James Lang’s was a howler. The centre spent the first night of his 27th year chasing shadows around Th…
Jamie Lyall
17 Apr 2021, 6:38
Crusaders player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Aotearoa
Round 8 of Super Rugby Aotearoa has delivered an absolute gem of a match seeing the Crusaders defeated 26-25 by the Chiefs, who on…
Nick Turnbull
17 Apr 2021, 5:49
Chiefs player ratings vs Crusaders | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Chiefs sent Hamilton and surrounding cow country into a frenzy by pipping the Crusaders 26-25, showing belief and skill to und…
Mike Rehu
17 Apr 2021, 5:38
'I got on with the lads... but I never felt I played well enough to earn their respect'
Injuries have a habit of rearing their heads at the worst possible time for Cameron Redpath, but after his latest setback – a ne…
Gavin Harper
17 Apr 2021, 4:57
Chiefs edge Crusaders in one-point thriller to move into Super Rugby Aotearoa final spot
The Chiefs have edged the Crusaders 26-25 in a Super Rugby Aotearoa thriller at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton.
Alex McLeod
17 Apr 2021, 4:52
Northampton climb up to fourth in Premiership with London Irish win
Alex Mitchell and Ollie Sleightholme both scored two tries as Northampton moved up to fourth in the Gallagher Premiership table af…
PA
17 Apr 2021, 4:35
Watch: All Blacks trio cut Chiefs defence to shreds as Crusaders score scintillating try
A trio of All Blacks stars have combined to tear the Chiefs' defence apart during the two side's Super Rugby Aotearoa clash in Ham…
Sam Smith
17 Apr 2021, 4:20
'That is the eureka moment': What convinced Bristol to keep faith in their 30-something veterans
It's increasingly difficult in rugby to play on into your mid to late 30s but Bristol duo John Afoa and Dave Attwood are bucking t…
Liam Heagney
17 Apr 2021, 4:19
'I don't know if the coaches are talking about me at all' - Danny Care refuses to give up on Lions dream
Scrum-half Danny Care believes he can make his British and Irish Lions dream come true by defying the odds and winning a place in …
Chris Jones
17 Apr 2021, 4:18
Former cross-code star Sonny Bill Williams gives verdict on TJ Perenara's potential NRL move
Former All Blacks and rugby league star Sonny Bill Williams has given his verdict on TJ Perenara's potential move to the NRL.
Sam Smith
17 Apr 2021, 2:57
Tony Brown reveals the key to Highlanders win over Blues to keep Super Rugby Aoteaora hopes alive
Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has praised his loose forwards, playmakers, a young midfielder and a veteran lock for their stan…
Alex McLeod
17 Apr 2021, 1:39
Report: All Blacks set to face surprise opponent during multi-million dollar end-of-year tour
The All Blacks could reportedly square off against a surprise opponent in one of two additional tests to the three matches already…
Sam Smith
16 Apr 2021, 21:38
'We were trying to build the best combo in the country': Highlanders star Aaron Smith's devastation over Folau Fakatava injury
Highlanders co-captain Aaron Smith has revealed he is "brutally disappointed" for rising Highlanders star Folau Fakatava following…
Alex McLeod
16 Apr 2021, 20:35
Midfield muddle
More questions than answers continue to arise in the All Blacks’ quest to rebuild their midfield.
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Gregor Paul
16 Apr 2021, 18:58
'We've talked': Sydney Roosters boss confirms interest in All Blacks star TJ Perenara
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has confirmed the side are in talks to bring All Blacks star TJ Perenara to the NRL club to…
AAP
16 Apr 2021, 18:48
Earning the right
Wanted by Scotland and England, Cam Redpath smashed a Calcutta Cup hoodoo on debut. This is his story.
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Jamie Lyall
16 Apr 2021, 13:19
'Kept in dark' - Moana Pasifika must not become puppet team for NZR
Pacific Rugby Players Welfare chief Dan Leo has said players and unions from Moana Pasifika have told him that they have been 'kep…
Josh Raisey
16 Apr 2021, 12:58
British and Irish Lions confirm island training camp to be staged on Jersey
Jersey has been confirmed as the location for the British and Irish Lions’ training camp before they depart for South Africa.
PA
16 Apr 2021, 12:31
PRO14 champions Leinster react to 19 contract deals, 16 for players - including veteran Toner - who came through their academy
It has been a hectic week for PRO14 Leinster regarding player contracts and coach Leo Cullen has now summed up all the wheeling an…
Sam Smith
16 Apr 2021, 12:09
Former Wales and Lions captain and coach John Dawes dies
Dawes famously led the Lions to their only series victory over New Zealand in 1971.
PA
16 Apr 2021, 11:58
Scotland Test trio sidelined with potential season ending injuries
Huw Jones is set to miss the rest of the season and his Glasgow and Scotland team-mates Adam Hastings and Scott Cummings could joi…
PA
16 Apr 2021, 11:49
Picking a British and Irish Lions 'debutants XV'
There will be plenty of familiar faces in the British and Irish Lions squad this year returning for their second, third and, in th…
Josh Raisey
16 Apr 2021, 11:35
'I quite like tired defences, it would be an interesting change in the laws'
With his props playing the full 80 in a recent European match, Wasps boss Lee Blackett has spoken about rugby reducing its eight-m…
Liam Heagney
16 Apr 2021, 11:35
The dressing room message that got Bath over the line against Irish in Europe 12 days after losing to them in the Premiership
Bath needed a response coming up against Irish 12 days after losing to them in the Premiership and Stuart Hooper knew which button…
Liam Heagney
16 Apr 2021, 11:30
JP Doyle is back refereeing eight months after he was made redundant by the RFU
It was August when it emerged that popular referee JP Doyle has been made redundant by the RFU but he has now reappeared in the ML…
Liam Heagney
16 Apr 2021, 9:36
Flicking the switch
Nathan Sharpe talks about how Eddie Jones masterminded the 2003 World Cup win over New Zealand
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Gregor Paul
16 Apr 2021, 8:24
'It's a little bit of science, a little bit of art': Why Bristol have never picked the same 23 week to week in the four-year Pat Lam era
Despite Bristol leading the Premiership, Pat Lam has revealed why he will always look to change his matchday 23 from one week to t…
Liam Heagney
16 Apr 2021, 8:10
Eleven Test players named in stacked Saracens team for Doncaster
Owen Farrell has recovered from a calf problem to lead Saracens in their Greene King IPA Championship match against Doncaster at C…
PA
16 Apr 2021, 7:56
Blues player ratings vs Highlanders | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Blues' hopes of clinching a place in the Super Rugby Aotearoa final are hanging by a thread after they fell to their third los…
Mike Rehu
16 Apr 2021, 6:09
'We have the most loyal fan base in the world, and they haven't had a home game win yet'
Western Force players are determined to give the club's long-suffering fans a rare dose of joy in Saturday night's clash with the …
AAP
16 Apr 2021, 5:57
Highlanders player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Highlanders have kept their Super Rugby Aotearoa final hopes alive with a shock 35-29 win over the Blues in Dunedin on Friday.
Alex McLeod
16 Apr 2021, 5:48
'My body has definitely been struggling': Edinburgh's Fraser McKenzie has quit with immediate effect
The 33-year-old Fraser McKenzie hangs up his boots following a 15-year career that included the lock making 119 appearances for Ed…
Sam Smith
16 Apr 2021, 5:44
Goosen becomes the latest big-name signing by Jake White's Bulls
New Bulls signing Johan Goosen, the 13-cap Springboks utility back, has been playing his rugby in recent years with French side M…
Sam Smith
16 Apr 2021, 5:25
Highlanders re-enter race for Super Rugby Aotearoa final with drama-filled win over Blues
The Highlanders have kept themselves in the hunt for a place in the Super Rugby Aotearoa final by upsetting the Blues 30-29 in a d…
AAP
16 Apr 2021, 5:07
Parisse lines up Toulon extension but the outlook is reportedly different for ex-All Blacks duo Nonu and Toeava
Toulon had placed great fate in Sergio Parisse, Ma’a Nonu and Isaia Toeava - three veteran 30-somethings - for the 2020/21 Top 1…
Sam Smith
16 Apr 2021, 5:01
Ireland duo commit to Leinster with new deals
Sean Cronin and Luke McGrath have become the latest players to sign new deals with Guinness PRO14 champions Leinster.
PA
16 Apr 2021, 4:24
Using players as pawns was Gatland's first 2021 Lions mistake - Andy Goode
Players shouldn’t be used as pawns and Warren Gatland’s comments about the Premiership this week smack of political posturing.
Andy Goode
16 Apr 2021, 3:53
'I've had two contact me overnight': Tongan internationals eye up place in 2022 Moana Pasifika squad
Two Tongan internationals have already indicated their interest in playing for Moana Pasifika just days after it was announced the…
Sam Smith
16 Apr 2021, 1:17
How could the All Blacks midfield look without the injured Jack Goodhue?
With Crusaders star Jack Goodhue ruled out for the rest of the year due to a knee injury, here's what the All Blacks midfield may …
Finn Morton
15 Apr 2021, 23:26
'The best hooker in the competition': Hurricanes and All Blacks stars back TJ Perenara's potential NRL move
A number of TJ Perenara's Hurricanes and All Blacks teammates have backed the halfback's potential move to the NRL.
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 22:33
The three reasons why a Wallabies legend believes TJ Perenara would be a success in the NRL
TJ Perenara has been backed by a Wallabies legend to make a successful transition to rugby league following a shock report that th…
Alex McLeod
15 Apr 2021, 21:16
Rise from the ashes
NZ were once unstoppable at Under 20s level but the landscape has changed over the last decade.
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Tom Vinicombe
15 Apr 2021, 19:41
Julian Savea one of three players to sign contract extensions with Hurricanes
Former All Blacks wing Julian Savea has seemingly set his sights on the 2023 World Cup by signing a two-year contract extension wi…
Alex McLeod
15 Apr 2021, 19:09
'Forget Jacob, this is just normal young kids': The Wasps view on Umaga's challenging second season
Young Tana Umaga enjoyed a stellar breakthrough year at Wasps but his second Premiership season hasn't been without its difficulti…
Liam Heagney
15 Apr 2021, 12:41
2021 Lions tour: Who Warren Gatland will pick versus who he should pick
With the countdown on to the May 6 announcement of the 2021 Lions squad, RugbyPass picks its squad and the one Warren Gatland migh…
Alex Shaw
15 Apr 2021, 12:39
Training in sunglasses, golf simulators, casino nights and a fascination with The Inbetweeners - Gatland and O'Connell trade Lions stories
Lions coach Warren Gatland and 2009 skipper Paul O'Connell were guests this week on a revealing new tour show hosted by David Flat…
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 12:28
'Rugby has no gender' - Ugo Monye on being a male ally for women's rugby
Ugo Monye, the former England and Harlequins player, is taking some time out of his busy schedule to talk about why he decided to …
Milly McEvoy
15 Apr 2021, 12:02
'I've loved every minute' - Scott Fardy calls time on professional rugby career
Leinster have confirmed that former Wallaby Scott Fardy will retire from rugby at the end of the current season.
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 11:37
Stade's Gael Fickou to join Racing early but that isn't the reason for this weekend's Parisian derby postponement
Gael Fickou wasn't due to link up with Racing until the 2021/22 season but his move will be accelerated despite the postponed week…
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 11:26
Kurtley Beale's top five fly-halves
Racing 92 fullback Kurtley Beale has urged British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland to pick teammate Finn Russell at flyhalf a…
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2021, 11:03
'He's a real standout leader for me' - Paul O'Connell's pick to lead the Lions
Paul O’Connell views England captain Owen Farrell as the outstanding candidate to lead the British and Irish Lions against South…
PA
15 Apr 2021, 9:23
Rainbow Cup adopts three trial law variations, including controversial use of red card replacement
With the troubled Rainbow Cup set to kick-off, organisers have jazzed things up by adopting some trial law variation approved by W…
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 8:27
Potential Springboks given 'reality check' after 500 days out of camp
Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber has given his potential Springboks prospect a 'reality check' as the British and Irish Lion…
Ian Cameron
15 Apr 2021, 7:54
Barbarians announce their return to action following last October's infamous cancellation versus England
Thirteen Barbarians players - including ex-England skipper Chris Robshaw - faced RFU misconduct charges after last October's cance…
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 7:52
'He's like a social glue player': Why Danny Care is back to his best aged 34 and winning individual awards with Harlequins
Such is the rich vein of form 34-year-old Danny Care is enjoying at Harlequins that he has been touted as a possible 2021 Lions to…
Liam Heagney
15 Apr 2021, 7:14
'It's already starting' - Overseas stars lining up for Fijian Super Rugby franchise
Fiji’s gold medal chasing Olympic Games sevens players and internationals who have represented other nations are set to join the…
Chris Jones
15 Apr 2021, 6:31
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 25: From Sydney to Paris... via Coventry, Kurtley Beale talks Champions Cup, the Lions and that infamous 2013 Test series slip
We are joined on RugbyPass Offload - Episode 25 by legendary Wallabies back Kurtley Beale to chat about his career from Sydney to …
RugbyPass
15 Apr 2021, 6:16
Bath the latest Premiership club to answer Gatland's Lions selection threat
Warren Gatland ignited a firestorm with his Lions selection threat and Bath have become the latest Premiership club to answer back…
Liam Heagney
15 Apr 2021, 5:04
Loyalty in question
Clubs need to make player welfare a priority, not an afterthought
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David Flatman
15 Apr 2021, 4:34
All Blacks star poised for shock NRL switch?
All Blacks scrumhalf TJ Perenara could be saddling up for a switch to the NRL, according to reports from New Zealand.
Ian Cameron
15 Apr 2021, 4:02
Isi Naisarani to return via the bench for Rebels in crucial clash against the Brumbies
Melbourne have added some big bodies, including Wallabies No.8 Isi Naisarani in his first match of the Super Rugby AU season, as…
AAP
15 Apr 2021, 3:47
Mitchell Drummond to start in his 100th Crusaders match as one of 10 changes to starting XV
Scrumhalf Mitchell Drummond will become the 20th Crusader in the history of the decorated Super Rugby outfit to notch up a century…
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 2:33
'The choker label, it was a tough one to sit with me for 12 months until I guess the World Cup': Stephen Donald opens up on how that one kick changed his life
Stephen Donald, otherwise known as ‘” Beaver”, may have had one of the most turbulent careers in the history of All Blacks r…
Sam Smith
15 Apr 2021, 1:28
Chiefs shift Damian McKenzie for Crusaders clash while Lachlan Boshier makes first appearance for the year
Clayton McMillan has made four changes to his starting Chiefs side for their clash in Hamilton with the table-topping Crusaders, i…
Tom Vinicombe
15 Apr 2021, 0:48
Will Genia and Quade Cooper looking for a chance to take down former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans
Former Wallabies Quade Cooper and Will Genia begin their chase for the big prize in Japan on Sunday when their Kintetsu Liners ta…
AAP
14 Apr 2021, 22:36
Watch: Hurricanes' exciting midfield prospect carves up the Chiefs and Highlanders at Super Rugby under-20 tournament
One of the standout prospects this week has been Hurricanes' midfielder Riley Higgins, a school leaver in 2020 from St Pats Silver…
Sam Smith
14 Apr 2021, 22:19
'We know that playing that standard and intensity of rugby year on year is not really sustainable for our players'
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has warned that the intensity of the domestic Super Rugby Aotearoa competition is not sustainable afte…
AAP
14 Apr 2021, 22:01
Crusaders hit by bad news as they lose All Black centre Goodhue for remainder of the season
All Blacks Jack Goodhue and Joe Moody will both spend time on the sidelines, with the Crusaders confirming their injuries in a sta…
Sam Smith
14 Apr 2021, 20:32
'They need a win and we also need a win': Brumbies looking to bounce back from loss ahead of finals
Ahead of Sunday's Super Rugby AU clash with Melbourne the Brumbies are trying to take the positives out of their tight loss to Q…
AAP
14 Apr 2021, 18:55
Nothing is impossible
Passion and resilience underpin the MLR and make everyone confident the US competition will flourish.
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Gregor Paul
14 Apr 2021, 18:53
Hamish Watson has spoken about Lions selection hopes following his award-winning Six Nations campaign
Scotland back row star Hamish Watson has been talking about his Lions tour selection chances following a stellar Six Nations campa…
Liam Heagney
14 Apr 2021, 13:12
Lions player release threat draws response from Exeter's Rob Baxter
Warren Gatland has seemingly ignited a firestorm regarding Premiership player release for the Lions and Exeter have taken issue ov…
PA
14 Apr 2021, 13:10
Bristol revise the heated first impression of their Champions Cup crash
The dust has settled on the Bristol Champions Cup exit, with boss Pat Lam taking frustrations out on the training ground and not o…
Liam Heagney
14 Apr 2021, 12:48
Premiership officials furious over Gatland's Lions threat to English-based players
Lions boss Warren Gatland has seemingly stirred a hornet's nest with the timing of his threat over players at England's Premiershi…
Chris Jones
14 Apr 2021, 11:43
The prodigal son
Simon Zebo may have a happy-go-lucky nature but the returning Munster star doesn't shy away from the sport's biggest issue.
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Owain Jones
14 Apr 2021, 11:25
'Ready to go': England winger Jack Nowell set to end his six-month Exeter absence
Jack Nowell hasn't played a match since Exeter defeated Wasps to win the Premiership title last October at Twickenham and clinch t…
PA
14 Apr 2021, 8:53
Simon Zebo opens door to Ireland Test recall after signing deal taking him back to Munster from Racing
It was 2018 when Simon Zebo joined Racing, putting his Ireland Test career on hold, but that can now resume as he is returning to …
Liam Heagney
14 Apr 2021, 8:36
Wasps lose assistant coach Costello to Munster five years after the Irish club sent him packing to England
It was 2016 when Munster told Ian Costello they were letting him go but he now goes back there after excelling at Wasps and Nottin…
Sam Smith
14 Apr 2021, 7:39
'Great day': Nemani Nadolo leads charge in hailing arrival of new Pasifika Super Rugby teams
With Super Rugby granting licences to two new teams, Fiji winger Nemani Nadolo believes it will transform rugby in the Pacific Isl…
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2021, 7:16
'An under-appreciated gem': The online reaction to Tandy making the Lions three years after Ospreys sacking
Steve Tandy was a surprise choice as a Lions tour assistant but his appointment has been warmly received by fans and pundits onlin…
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2021, 6:55
Newcastle lock Darren Barry has joined Nick Abendanon's Vannes with immediate effect
Top 14 promotion-chasing Vannes have made their second signing from the Premiership this week, this time netting Darren Barry of N…
Sam Smith
14 Apr 2021, 6:31
France-bound Trinder's posts parting message for Gloucester fans after 13 years at Kingsholm
Henry Trinder has been part of the furniture at Gloucester for a considerable time but he is now embarking on a new adventure in F…
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2021, 6:10
Pair of Springboks fly to France to finish out the season in Top 14 while Bulls bring back flanker known as 'Sheep'
Two players capped by the Springboks - including Elton Jantjies - have taken up short-term Top 14 deals but it isn't all one-way t…
Sam Smith
14 Apr 2021, 5:47
'It's probably not like it was 12 months ago where some would have been the first names on the sheet': Gatland fires England warning
Lions boss Warren Gatland has been speaking about poor England form, Saracens players and why there is still no tour resolution wi…
PA
14 Apr 2021, 4:30
'We discussed 57 players. The door is never closed and it is going to be interesting': Where the Lions are with selection
Warren Gatland and his new Lions staff - including Scotland boss Gregor Townsend - have held the first selection meeting ahead of …
PA
14 Apr 2021, 4:13
Former Sunwolves star returns home to Australia as he aims for Wallabies selection
A former Sunwolves star has signed a two-year deal with the Waratahs as he aims to stake a claim in Dave Rennie's Wallabies squad.
Alex McLeod
14 Apr 2021, 0:32
Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua confirmed to join revamped Super Rugby competition in 2022
Moana Pasifika and the Fijian Drua have been granted conditional licences to join a planned new professional competition next ye…
Online Editors
13 Apr 2021, 23:17
Tom Robinson retains captaincy as Blues make one change to starting side for Highlanders clash
Blues flanker Tom Robinson has retained the captaincy role for his side's Super Rugby Aotearoa clash against the Highlanders in Du…
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 22:57
Japan name 21 uncapped players in 52-man training squad ahead of British and Irish Lions test
Japan head coach Jamie Joseph has named his first squad since the 2019 World Cup ahead of the nation's historic clash with the Bri…
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 21:58
'Runs on the board aren't going to matter as much': Why the Springboks squad for the Lions is wide open for South African players
The late changes to the British & Irish Lions coaching staff ahead have been the talking points of the Lions tour this week, but t…
Sam Smith
13 Apr 2021, 21:36
Josh Ioane returns to starting lineup as Highlanders lose standout youngster ahead of Blues clash
Josh Ioane has returned to the Highlanders' starting side following his impressive cameo showing off the bench against the Chiefs …
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 20:56
Perofeta's comments may hurt his team's chances but give some much-needed spice to Super Rugby Aotearoa
It wasn’t that Perofeta’s comments were outrageous. More that they were a little naive and inclined to antagonise a Highlander…
Hamish Bidwell
13 Apr 2021, 19:32
Young Australian trio close to completing allegiance switch after being named in Japan squad
Australian trio Dylan Riley, Jack Cornelsen and Ben Gunter are a step closer to donning the colours of Japan after being named in …
AAP
13 Apr 2021, 19:21
Former All Blacks playmaker Lima Sopoaga confirms move to Top 14 club Lyon
Former All Blacks playmaker Lima Sopoaga will leave Premiership club Wasps to join Top 14 outfit Lyon at the end of the season, th…
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 18:51
Room to move
Analysis: Greater policing of the offside line has helped attacks flourish in Super Rugby Aotearoa 2021.
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Ben Wylie
13 Apr 2021, 18:16
'What I was meaning...': Hamish Watson has again revisited his comments about Zander Fagerson's Six Nations red card
Scotland forward Hamish Watson had plenty to say at the time about the red card for Zander Fagerson and he has now revisited the c…
Liam Heagney
13 Apr 2021, 12:52
Second row injury jinx strikes the Springboks again as Eben Etzebeth becomes their latest lock to be ruled out for 'many weeks'
Injuries have hit the top Springboks locks since their World Cup win and Eben Etzebeth has now joined de Jager and Snyman on the s…
Chris Jones
13 Apr 2021, 11:50
Wasps address speculation linking Martin Gleeson to England and rumours concerning fellow assistants Everard and Munster target Costello
There have been rumours swirling around about Lee Blackett's staff at Wasps, including speculation that Martin Gleeson is wanted b…
Liam Heagney
13 Apr 2021, 10:48
'It's nothing to do with do I feel like I need an English coach?'
Warren Gatland has a Celtic-looking 2021 Lions staff, selecting none of Eddie Jones' assistants or a coach who is an England nativ…
PA
13 Apr 2021, 9:53
'The Brave and the Bald': Social media flooded with comments on the lack of hair amongst Gatland's Lions coaching staff
The assistant coaches that Warren Gatland has chosen for the Lions tour of South Africa definitely won't be known as the Hair Bear…
Josh Raisey
13 Apr 2021, 9:11
'It was last Wednesday week when I had a call': Steve Tandy on his whirlwind Lions appointment
Steve Tandy never knew he was on Warren Gatland's Lions staff radar for South Africa until a recent call from out of the blue.
PA
13 Apr 2021, 7:55
Dates confirmed for opening Rainbow Cup rounds but no indication the filler tournament can be played to a conclusion
Rainbow Cup organisers will press ahead with series of local derbies but there is no guarantee the South African sides will play i…
Sam Smith
13 Apr 2021, 7:39
Cited Lloyd Williams and red-carded Kyle Cooper learn fate after Challenge Cup disciplinary hearings
Recent Six Nations title winner Lloyd Williams had a case to answer following a Challenge Cup run for Cardiff as did Newcastle pro…
Sam Smith
13 Apr 2021, 7:05
A Scot and three Welshmen: A look at Warren Gatland's 2021 Lions coaching staff
With 2017 Lions staff Howley, Borthwick, Rowntree and Farrell all unavailable, Gatland has chosen Townsend, McBryde and Tandy to t…
PA
13 Apr 2021, 5:07
Warren Gatland names his four Lions tour assistants
It was November when Warren Gatland was initially due to name his Lions assistants but the announcement was pushed back until now.…
Liam Heagney
13 Apr 2021, 4:37
How the Melbourne Rebels plan to keep hold of Matt Toomua despite interest overseas
While big money overseas beckons, the Rebels are hopeful off-contract Wallabies playmaker Matt Toomua feels that his future lies …
AAP
13 Apr 2021, 2:54
Hurricanes hit with injury blow as captain Ardie Savea set for lengthy sideline spell
Hurricanes captain Ardie Savea will miss the next six-to-eight weeks of action after sustaining a knee injury in Sunday's Super Ru…
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 1:37
Have the Hurricanes uncovered their next long-term successor to Beauden Barrett at No 10?
Two Super Rugby stars believes the Hurricanes may have uncovered their next long-term first-five, two years after the departure of…
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 1:03
New eligibility laws could prevent Folau Fakatava from playing for the All Blacks upon return from injury
Folau Fakatava's ACL injury suffered in the Highlanders' loss to the Chiefs was a blow to the in-form halfback, but it could have …
Tom Vinicombe
13 Apr 2021, 0:59
David Havili's form in the Crusaders midfield has made him impossible for Ian Foster to ignore
David Havili has been banging on the All Blacks door for a few years now. Ironically, it could be that his move away from his favo…
Tom Vinicombe
12 Apr 2021, 23:58
Sir John Kirwan calls for Beauden Barrett and Brodie Retallick to be benched by All Blacks and urges NZR not to re-sign TJ Perenara
Sir John Kirwan believes Beauden Barrett and Brodie Retallick should be benched by the All Blacks later this year, and that NZR sh…
Alex McLeod
12 Apr 2021, 22:38
'I give you guys too much credit!': Crusaders halfback shuts down suggestions of sneaky drop goal ploy in extra-time win
Speaking on the latest episode of the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, halfback Bryn Hall has discussed what extra-time was like for his Crusad…
Tom Vinicombe
12 Apr 2021, 18:10
Guessing game
Some major All Blacks selections still remain a mystery ahead of the test season.
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Patrick McKendry
12 Apr 2021, 17:27
Leinster announce signing of Crusaders prop Michael Alaalatoa
The tighthead has played 89 times for the Crusaders and won three Super Rugby titles as well as last year's Super Rugby Aotearoa c…
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Apr 2021, 15:02
Watch: Marty Banks is clutch once again as the Perenara-inspired Red Hurricanes almost shock the Top League
The NTT Docomo Red Hurricanes have almost pulled off a colossal upset in the Japan Top League over superpower Kobelco Steelers, Wa…
Sam Smith
12 Apr 2021, 13:53
Proper investment in women's rugby is about more than just money
Despite no professional contracts, Ireland out-performed Wales at the weekend due to much better preparation and player developmen…
Jess Hayden
12 Apr 2021, 12:27
Newcastle's Mulipola outlines ambition to help Samoa qualify for 2023 World Cup
The Newcastle Falcons prop has played in two Rugby World Cups but missed the 2015 tournament due to injury.
Chris Jones
12 Apr 2021, 10:50
Another Munster stalwart to retire after 14 years with home province
Fellow one-club man Billy Holland is also retiring at the end of the season, along with backrow CJ Stander.
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Apr 2021, 10:04
Club legend Trinder heading to France after 13 years with Gloucester
The 31-year-old made his Gloucester debut in 2008, and has scored 46 tries across 172 appearances for the club.
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Apr 2021, 9:43
Leinster announce plans to allow 2,000 supporters attend 'concept match' at RDS
Rugby fans in the Republic of Ireland have been locked out of sports stadiums since the first lockdown in March 2020.
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Apr 2021, 9:15
Laying down a marker
Leinster will be left to take on the power of the Top 14 and English contenders fell by the wayside in Europe
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Jamie Lyall
12 Apr 2021, 8:38
Robshaw suffers injury setback on debut for San Diego Legion
The former England captain impressed on his debut for the Major League Rugby club but was forced off late in the second half with …
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Apr 2021, 7:38
All Blacks captain Sam Cane uses pectoral surgery to 'tie up a few loose ends'
The flanker could be out of action for half a year after picking up the injury to his right pectoral in a win over the Blues on Ma…
Josh Raisey
12 Apr 2021, 6:39
Leinster confirm scrum-half to re-join after two-year stint with Munster
McCarthy came through the Leinster Rugby Academy system and scored four tries in 36 appearances before signing with Munster.
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Apr 2021, 5:21
Former Scotland scrum coach and Italy international Massimo Cuttitta dies aged 54
Cuttitta lined out for Italy 70 times between 1990 and 2000 and also captained the Azzurri on 22 occasions.
PA
12 Apr 2021, 4:18
'It's a real fight for the finals now': What the Force need to do to make the Super Rugby AU playoffs
Western Force players will treat their final two games like finals fixtures, and they're well aware bonus points could end up deci…
AAP
12 Apr 2021, 3:48
Future stars on show as Chiefs, Highlanders and Crusaders pick up wins in opening round of Super Rugby Aoteaora U20
The inaugural edition of the Super Rugby Aotearoa competition kicked-off with a bang on Sunday as the Chiefs, Highlanders and Crus…
Alex McLeod
12 Apr 2021, 2:38
'I'm better than that': Suliasi Vunivalu plans to win back respect as he eyes return from injury
Injured NRL convert Suliasi Vunivalu says he's likely to return for the next Queensland Reds game and is intent on winning back re…
AAP
12 Apr 2021, 2:26
'No one gave us a chance': How the Chiefs went from a record-equalling losing streak to play-off contenders
Just over a month ago, the Chiefs were staring down the barrel of a New Zealand record losing run in Super Rugby history. Now, the…
Sam Smith
11 Apr 2021, 23:54
Reece Hodge to miss remainder of Super Rugby season
Melbourne Rebels will be without Wallabies star Reece Hodge for the rest of their Super Rugby campaign after he suffered a knee …
AAP
11 Apr 2021, 22:02
'We're out': Tony Brown writes off Highlanders chances of making Super Rugby Aotearoa final
Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has ruled out his side qualifying for this year's Super Rugby Aotearoa final following Saturday'…
Alex McLeod
11 Apr 2021, 21:58
Watch: Beauden Barrett's mojo back? All Black flyhalf scorches with three-try cameo using pure speed in another impressive display
Star All Black recruit Beauden Barrett continued his rich vein of Top League form for Suntory Sungoliath, this time injecting into…
Online Editors
11 Apr 2021, 21:48
Watch: Jordan Petaia showcases AFL-style aerial theatrics to score screamer against the Brumbies
Jordan Petaia has been compared to a late All Blacks great following the Reds come-from-behind 24-22 win over the Brumbies on Satu…
Sam Smith
11 Apr 2021, 20:57
Hamish Watson 'too light for the Springboks' theory by Stephen Jones obliterated by Scottish fans and pundits like
His form has rightly put the 29-year-old into the debate over British & Irish Lions selection for the upcoming tour of South Afric…
Online Editors
11 Apr 2021, 20:12
Devil in the detail
New Zealand's rugby clubs are struggling - but aren't expecting a large piece of the Silver Lake pie.
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Michael Pulman
11 Apr 2021, 19:01
The plays against the Crusaders that showed Julian Savea could still be a centre for the Hurricanes
Returning Hurricanes winger Julian Savea scored his 52nd Super Rugby try against the Crusaders but it was his handling as a floati…
Sam Smith
11 Apr 2021, 18:37
Romain Ntamack masters kicking game as Toulouse see off Clermont Auvergne
Romain Ntamack kicked all of his side’s points as Toulouse beat Clermont Auvergne 21-12 to secure their place in the Heineken Ch…
PA
11 Apr 2021, 12:56
Leinster face another away-day arm wrestle as Champions Cup semi-final draw confirmed
Following the weekend's Heineken Champions Cup and Challenge Cup quarter-final, the ECPR have confirmed the draw for the semi-fina…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2021, 12:21
Saracens issue update on Owen Farrell after star misses Bedford game with strained calf
Owen Farrell is expected to be fit for a pivotal fortnight in Saracens’ promotion push after missing Sunday’s 54-13 victory ov…
PA
11 Apr 2021, 11:14
Giant kick sees Bordeaux-Begles squeeze past Racing 92 to reach maiden Champions Cup semi-final
Bordeaux-Begles are through to the Heineken Champions Cup semi-finals for the first time after the kicking of Matthieu Jalibert se…
PA
11 Apr 2021, 10:33
Itoje and Vunipola make try-scoring returns as Saracens thump Bedford
Maro Itoje and Billy Vunipola made try-scoring returns for Saracens in a 54-13 victory over Bedford at StoneX Stadium that unmaske…
PA
11 Apr 2021, 10:08
Jake White's Bulls beat rivals to Du Plessis signature
Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White has reportedly managed to secure the signature of Jacques du Plessis. The former Junior Springb…
Sam Smith
11 Apr 2021, 7:35
Springboks' Lions prep in disarray after Sharks CEO suggests 'Rainbow Cup will be cancelled'
The Springboks will likely have to go back to the drawing board to reassess their preparations for the British and Irish Lions ser…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2021, 7:08
George Kruis' Wild Knights on top in Japan rugby
Former Australian Under-20 centre Dylan Riley scored three tries as the Panasonic Wild Knights crushed Yamaha Jubilo 55-19 to win …
AAP
11 Apr 2021, 5:32
Doubts cast over Rainbow Cup - report
Doubts have been cast over the feasibility of the much-vaunted Rainbow Cup - report Rugby 365.
RugbyPass
11 Apr 2021, 5:14
Montpellier reach last four of Challenge Cup with Benetton victory
Montpellier reached only their second ever European semi-final after edging out Benetton in an entertaining 31-25 victory in the C…
PA
11 Apr 2021, 4:42
Back in the running
After two years out with a potentially career-ending knee injury, Ellis Jenkins' comeback has been uplifting
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Ross Harries
11 Apr 2021, 4:28
'I tried to get my thrill by drinking, being stupid and getting outrageously drunk... it took its toll in terms of my mental state'
Premiership title winner Tom Stephenson grew so tired of his mental health and drinking demons that he quit playing at the age of …
Liam Heagney
11 Apr 2021, 4:00
Chris Robshaw picks his British and Irish Lions XV
Chris Robshaw has picked his starting XV for the first Test of the British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa.
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2021, 3:48
Crusaders player ratings vs Hurricanes | Super Rugby Aotearoa
No doubt Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson will be relieved to see his team back to winning ways after a rare home defeat to th…
Nick Turnbull
11 Apr 2021, 3:35
Hurricanes player ratings vs the Crusaders | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Hurricanes played heroically but will rue their ineptitude at the line out time ( just over 50% execution) and moments of indi…
Mike Rehu
11 Apr 2021, 3:18
David Havili's drop goal sails true as Crusaders snatch thrilling golden point win
For the second Super Rugby Aotearoa match on the trot, golden point was needed to separate the two sides.
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11 Apr 2021, 1:38
Damian McKenzie's two match-winning plays highlight all that's great about the All Blacks fullback
The exploits of Damian McKenzie have been on full show in recent weeks during what’s best described as a remarkable turnaround f…
Michael Pulman
11 Apr 2021, 0:06
Abysmal goalkicking display on Saturday night harks back to 2011 World Cup absurdity
Mitch Hunt was a prominent figure in the Highlanders' shock win over the Crusaders last weekend, but the first five couldn't weave…
Sam Smith
10 Apr 2021, 23:02
'So it was game over': Chris Boyd pinpoints what went wrong in the second half for Northampton Saints in their defeat to Ulster
Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd was disappointed with his side’s second-half performance as they surrendered a 22-14 ha…
PA
10 Apr 2021, 22:23
'Whether they were right or wrong penalties you can't do much about it': Brumbies captain Alaalatoa concerned over penalty count in loss to Reds
The skipper returned from a three-game suspension in Saturday's 24-22 loss to the Reds at Suncorp Stadium, the hosts rallying from…
AAP
10 Apr 2021, 21:47
Letter of the law or frivolous calls?: Coaches and players have their say on sizeable penalty count in Chiefs' win over Highlanders
Saturday's night match between the Highlanders and Chiefs in Dunedin was again laden with penalties, with 23 whistled up by Ben O'…
Sam Smith
10 Apr 2021, 20:44
'He's got energy, he's got an excitement factor, he's got pace': Why the Hurricanes' teenage pivot could cause havoc for the Crusaders
New Hurricanes first five Ruben Love will have a mission on his hands on Sunday afternoon, lining up against on-form All Black Ric…
Tom Vinicombe
10 Apr 2021, 19:51
Advantage over
Quirks of the law were brought to fore in the Chiefs' golden-point win over the Highlanders.
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Tom Vinicombe
10 Apr 2021, 19:40
'There was a move in the All Blacks: pass the ball to Jonah': Wallabies star filling Lomu-esque role for high-flying Reds
Fullback, centre or wing? It doesn't really matter when it comes to Jordan Petaia if you ask his Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn …
AAP
10 Apr 2021, 19:10
Ulster end Northampton's European Challenge Cup dreams with entertaining victory
Northampton’s bid to reach their first European semi-final since 2014 ended in failure in a superb European Challenge Cup game.
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10 Apr 2021, 17:58
Rob Baxter's reaction to being dumped out of Europe by Leinster
Exeter boss Rob Baxter was left to reflect on what might have been after seeing his team’s Heineken Champions Cup defence ended.
PA
10 Apr 2021, 15:42
Ireland the latest to put a big score Wales in Women's Six Nations
Ireland thrashed Wales 45-0 in their Women’s Six Nations clash at Cardiff Arms Park.
PA
10 Apr 2021, 15:20
'Should it have been yellow card, red card, why is it neither? Explain': Raynal's divisive 'no card' head shot decisions
Two 'no card' Exeter decisions made by referee Mathieu Raynal on Saturday bemused BT Sport's experts and divided opinion on Twitte…
Liam Heagney
10 Apr 2021, 15:20
Holders Chiefs exit Champions Cup after Leinster flex European pedigree
Holders Exeter were knocked out of the Heineken Champions Cup after tournament heavyweights Leinster won a titanic quarter-final 3…
PA
10 Apr 2021, 15:08
Exeter player ratings vs Leinster - 2021 Champions Cup
Exeter player ratings: Exeter’s hopes of retaining their European crown came to a shuddering halt at Sandy Park this evening as …
Gavin Harper
10 Apr 2021, 14:57
Leinster player ratings vs Exeter - 2021 Champions Cup
Leinster player ratings: Leinster faced a hard fact this weekend: home clubs have a 76 per cent success rate from the 96 Champions…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2021, 14:43
'It went wrong for us against their set-piece power': Sale highlight why they got hit for six in France
Sale retained hopes of Champions Cup progress at half-time in France but it then all fell asunder for Alex Sanderson and co in Fra…
PA
10 Apr 2021, 13:46
Sale player ratings vs La Rochelle - 2021 Champions Cup quarter-final
Sale were in France on Saturday looking to win their way through to a first-ever Champions Cup semi-final just six days after visi…
Liam Heagney
10 Apr 2021, 12:21
Sharks sail out of Champions Cup care of La Rochelle
Sale’s bid to reach the Heineken Champions Cup semi-finals came to an end as they crashed to a 45-21 defeat at the hands of La R…
PA
10 Apr 2021, 12:19
England book Women's Six Nations final berth with another massive scoreline
The fixture marked the long-awaited return of Sarah Hunter from injury.
PA
10 Apr 2021, 12:05
'We couldn't do anything right... They probably should have won by more'
Newcastle director of rugby Dean Richards admitted his side “couldn’t do anything right” at the scrums as they fell to a 39-…
PA
10 Apr 2021, 10:55
Leicester's forward power too strong for Falcons as Tigers book last-four spot
Leicester advanced to the semi-finals of the European Challenge Cup with a convincing 39-15 victory over Newcastle at Mattioli Woo…
AAP
10 Apr 2021, 10:23
Reds pinch win over Brumbies after yet another clutch play for Petaia
Jordan Petaia has produced back-to-back clutch plays as the Queensland Reds rallied from 12-0 down to beat the Brumbies 24-22 and …
AAP
10 Apr 2021, 8:43
Lions tour strife for Gatland as coaches pull out - reports
Separate reports this weekend suggest that British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has been left short after three key c…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2021, 7:35
Highlanders player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Aotearoa
For the first time in the history of Super Rugby Aotearoa, a match has been decided by golden point. Here's how the Highlanders ra…
Finn Morton
10 Apr 2021, 6:06
Chiefs player ratings vs Highlanders | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Chiefs have picked up the first-ever golden point victory in Super Rugby Aotearoa by beating the Highlanders 26-23 in Dunedin.…
Mike Rehu
10 Apr 2021, 5:58
'He's just a gainline monster... the props love him scrummaging on them because he gives flat out energy and weight at scrum time'
So much Exeter back row talk focuses on Sam Simmonds, but Rob Baxter has highlighted the valuable role of Dave Ewers and Jacques V…
Liam Heagney
10 Apr 2021, 5:57
Chiefs edge Highlanders in Dunedin in Super Rugby Aotearoa golden point thriller
The Chiefs have edged the Highlanders 26-23 in the first Super Rugby Aotearoa match to enter golden point extra-time.
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10 Apr 2021, 5:11
'I had an interesting start to my life with Eddie. During the World Cup he publicly slated me'
England head coach Eddie Jones has been called “the best man manager I’ve ever worked with,” by former captain Chris Robshaw…
Josh Raisey
10 Apr 2021, 4:50
'We are going to miss him, but I am so pleased that he is in a position where he can leave having won trophies'
Stuart Hooper says Bath are “chuffed to bits” after securing a place in this season’s European Challenge Cup semi-finals.
PA
10 Apr 2021, 4:32
Henry Slade says 'history means nothing' as Exeter face European rugby royalty
Henry Slade says that “history means nothing” ahead of Exeter’s crunch Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final clash against Le…
AAP
10 Apr 2021, 4:24
Watch: Highlanders forwards fool All Blacks star with intricate set piece move to score against Chiefs
The Highlanders forward pack have worked in tandem to fool an All Blacks star and pull off a wonderful set piece try against the C…
Sam Smith
10 Apr 2021, 4:15
A six-day turnaround in knockout rugby is absolutely criminal - Andy Goode
The French sides are dominant in Europe this season but the fact that Sale are having to cross the Channel on a six-day turnaround…
Andy Goode
10 Apr 2021, 3:28
'Fly like a butterfly, sting like a bee': Ardie Savea's advice to teenage Hurricanes debutant Ruben Love
Hurricanes captain Ardie Savea has offered teenage playmaker Ruben Love some words of advice ahead of the youngster's first start …
Alex McLeod
10 Apr 2021, 2:44
Report: Reds lose Wallabies midfielder Hunter Paisami to injury hours out from Brumbies clash
The Queensland Reds have been dealt a hefty injury blow in the lead-up to their blockbuster Super Rugby AU clash against the Brumb…
Sam Smith
10 Apr 2021, 1:45
Scott Robertson reveals the 'uncharacteristic' error the Crusaders need to fix for Hurricanes clash
Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson is calling on his squad to learn from the "uncharacteristic" error that cost them dearly in l…
Alex McLeod
10 Apr 2021, 0:00
'One of the stupidest things I've done': Force star's relief after almost costing his side victory over Rebels
Jack McGregor says his error at the end of his side's win over the Rebels "was probably one of the stupidest things" he's done in …
Sam Smith
09 Apr 2021, 21:52
Western Force eye up Super Rugby AU finals spot following late win over Rebels
The Force feel they are in the box seat to make a real dent on the Super Rugby AU finals after snatching victory against the Melbo…
AAP
09 Apr 2021, 19:15
Silver bullet or silver medal?
A probable $465m cash injection is going to change New Zealand rugby forever.
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Gregor Paul
09 Apr 2021, 18:31
Bath hold off London Irish to advance to European Challenge Cup semi-finals
Bath became the first team through to this season’s European Challenge Cup semi-finals after beating London Irish.
PA
09 Apr 2021, 17:18
Double champions Exeter explain why their five-metre attack is so brutal to stop
How Exeter cut teams open with their five-metre attack was pivotal to last season's Champions Cup and Premiership title glories.
Liam Heagney
09 Apr 2021, 12:04
Ex-England lock Dave Attwood signs Bristol contract extension four days after his 34th birthday
Dave Attwood never imagined he would still be going strong at the age of 34 but he has just agreed on an extension with high-flyin…
Liam Heagney
09 Apr 2021, 11:32
'It blows the PRO14 out of the water if I'm being honest' - Dan Biggar on what sets the Premiership apart
Wales and Northampton Saints fly-half Dan Biggar has said the intensity in the Gallagher Premiership blows the Guinness PRO14 “o…
Josh Raisey
09 Apr 2021, 10:09
Owen Farrell cut from Sam Warburton's latest Lions XV
Two-time British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has picked Johnny Sexton ahead of Owen Farrell to start at fly-half in his …
Josh Raisey
09 Apr 2021, 9:37
Bath become latest Premiership club to report a massive financial loss for 2019/20
The financial damage caused by the pandemic is being revealed in Premiership, Bath becoming the latest club to publish its soberin…
Sam Smith
09 Apr 2021, 9:25
Late Force try wins an ugly affair in Melbourne
Western Force have come from behind to snatch a 16-15 win over Melbourne Rebels to keep alive their hopes of a Super Rugby AU fina…
AAP
09 Apr 2021, 9:23
Sale keep the faith but La Rochelle make six changes for Saturday's quarter-final
Sale have opted to stick by their Champions Cup starting XV from last Sunday but the more rested La Rochelle make a half-dozen cha…
Sam Smith
09 Apr 2021, 8:55
Sexton returns for Leinster showdown with Exeter
Johnny Sexton will again captain Leinster face Exeter in the quarter-final of the Heineken Champions Cup tomorrow at Sandy Park.
RugbyPass
09 Apr 2021, 7:33
Saracens up the Championship ante by naming a star-studded XV to face Bedford that includes Itoje and co
Saracens began their Championship campaign with two wins in three games but the inclusion of Maro Itoje and others now sees them u…
Liam Heagney
09 Apr 2021, 7:24
'There's a perception because he's not 130kgs and 6'4 that he can't mix with the big boys'
Chris Robshaw has given his take on fellow back row Sam Simmonds’ absence from Eddie Jones’ England squad, saying he “doesn…
Josh Raisey
09 Apr 2021, 7:04
'Rugby is everywhere. You go into a petrol station - people will talk to you about rugby'
The scrutiny on Ulster Rugby is intense; the expectations towering, even for an assistant coach, as that thick Belfast brogue made…
Jamie Lyall
09 Apr 2021, 6:24
Box kicking hang time, fastest pass and numerous other new statistics unveiled following secret smart ball trial last weekend
It has been revealed by the Six Nations that smart ball technology was trialled last weekend in the England versus Scotland round …
Sam Smith
09 Apr 2021, 6:23
The Sale reaction to the corner-cutting disadvantage no other Champions Cup quarter-finalist has had to put up with this week
Sale are looking to progress to their first-ever Champions Cup semi-final but they go into the quarter-final at a serious disadvan…
Liam Heagney
09 Apr 2021, 5:45
'It's not nice to see your name on that list' - Alex Lozowski's nightmare start to French adventure has come full circle
England’s Alex Lozowski started this year being named in a list of the worst signings in the Top 14, but is now battling with Ly…
Chris Jones
09 Apr 2021, 5:01
Steve Borthwick on why the suddenly free-scoring Charlie Clare is just the ticket for Leicester
Steve Borthwick is a coach who is difficult to please but Leicester hooker Charlie Clare is doing something right judging by rece…
Liam Heagney
09 Apr 2021, 4:53
Five potential big name casualties in a 36-man Lions squad
Warren Gatland opted for a 41-man British and Irish Lions squad to travel to New Zealand in 2017, but is going for a slimline 36-m…
Josh Raisey
09 Apr 2021, 4:37
Ruling the roost
Sam James isn't chicken about talking up Sale's chances of challenging at the top
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Jamie Lyall
09 Apr 2021, 4:27
All Blacks star re-commits to Highlanders by signing contract extension through to next World Cup
All Blacks and Highlanders star Shannon Frizell has signed a contract extension in a deal that will see him stay in New Zealand un…
Alex McLeod
09 Apr 2021, 1:49
'It was a tough week for them': Tony Brown and Ash Dixon open up on punishment for suspended Highlanders players
Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has assured that the Highlanders players who were stood down from last week's match against the …
Alex McLeod
09 Apr 2021, 1:05
New Under 20s competition shows Blues still struggling to hold onto talent while Crusaders amp up recruitment drive
The unveiling of the squads for the upcoming Super Rugby Aotearoa Under 20s competition has highlighted that the Blues still strug…
Tom Vinicombe
08 Apr 2021, 23:38
Teenage Hurricanes rookie handed No 10 jersey as Asafo Aumua returns for Crusaders clash
Teenage rookie Ruben Love has been handed the unenviable task of starting his first Super Rugby match at first-five against the Cr…
Alex McLeod
08 Apr 2021, 22:00
Why the All Blacks No 10 jersey is Beauden Barrett's for the taking when he returns from Japan
Two Super Rugby stars believe Beauden Barrett will return to New Zealand in top form with an eye on the No 10 jersey after his sti…
Alex McLeod
08 Apr 2021, 21:29
Sevu Reece returns to Crusaders starting line-up for Joe Moody's 100th appearance
The Crusaders now have two games on the road in Super Rugby Aotearoa, and head coach Scott Robertson has named his side to face th…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 20:26
Pain, pleasure and patience
Pari Pari Parkinson, one of the most promising physical specimens in New Zealand rugby, is back.
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Tom Vinicombe
08 Apr 2021, 19:40
Will Genia marvels at former teammate's 'complete transformation'
Former Wallabies star Will Genia has praised the "complete transformation" of James O'Connor, saying he's thrilled to see his form…
AAP
08 Apr 2021, 17:20
National question
Exeter Chiefs have taken the Premier 15s by storm but face the threat of a move to limit overseas players.
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Charlie Willett
08 Apr 2021, 17:15
Quade Cooper's out-of-the-box solution for bringing Super Rugby to Japan
Former Wallabies star Quade Cooper says Japanese rugby is so strong that Australian and New Zealand Super Rugby teams should consi…
AAP
08 Apr 2021, 17:12
'That is a frustration... we are going to the TMO an awful lot to try and find some form of foul play'
Rugby refereeing has come in for much scrutiny in 2021 and Brian O'Driscoll has now outlined his frustrations with what is going o…
Liam Heagney
08 Apr 2021, 14:14
REPORT: Sale Sharks in bid to take over AJ Bell Stadium
Sale Sharks, having failed to build a new stadium of their own, have reportedly made an offer to buy the AJ Bell Stadium in Salfor…
Chris Jones
08 Apr 2021, 12:57
'I just broke down in tears' - Chris Robshaw's biggest England career regret... and it still hurts
Former England captain Chris Robshaw has said his decision to go for the corner against Wales at the 2015 World Cup is the one thi…
Josh Raisey
08 Apr 2021, 12:40
'We had boys calling Welsh team calls as opposed to Scarlets calls': Incredible excuse emerges for Champions Cup hammering
The feeble manner of the Champions Cup exit by Scarlets raised eyebrows and a startling excuse has now been offered by the club CE…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 12:14
Ireland could re-route summer tours to Pacific islands - report
The IRFU are looking at the feasibility of re-routing some of their summer to tour to the Pacific islands - according to a report …
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2021, 11:11
Owen Farrell's new, 'permanent' Saracens role
Owen Farrell has been named Saracens captain on a permanent basis to fill the vacancy created by Brad Barritt’s departure from S…
PA
08 Apr 2021, 10:07
PRPW picks theoretical Fiji, Samoa and Tonga XV teams based on heritage
As Pacific Rugby Players Welfare strive to change World Rugby’s eligibility rules, they recently shared what the Fiji, Samoa and…
Josh Raisey
08 Apr 2021, 9:17
Back to the future
Mike Brown is having to move on but Harlequins are in safe hands with Marcus Smith
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Andrew Elliott
08 Apr 2021, 8:59
Cordero earns contract extension after impressing the boss
Los Pumas back Facundo Cordero has agreed a contract extension with the reigning English and European champions, Exeter Chiefs.
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 8:58
Cameron Redpath finally set to play again nine weeks after Six Nations-ending injury in Scotland's Calcutta Cup win
It was February 6 when the debut-making Cameron Redpath took the Six Nations by storm but the Bath midfielder hasn't play rugby si…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 8:31
Rob Baxter tackles hype that this is the year of the French in the Champions Cup
There has been much chatter about five French clubs qualifying for the Champions Cup last-eight but Exeter boss Rob Baxter isn't b…
Liam Heagney
08 Apr 2021, 7:55
Edinburgh sign Scottish qualified multi-sport athlete who ran a 10.67 second 100 metres
Edinburgh have confirmed the signing of a 6'4, multi-sport athlete who has shone in both football and athletics.
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 7:28
'It's incredibly disappointing' - Devastating injury ends Ashton Hewitt's season
Dragons wing Ashton Hewitt is set for a long spell on the sidelines after suffering a brutal knee injury in the European Challenge…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 7:03
England make eight changes for their Italian job, including a recall for fit-again skipper Sarah Hunter
Fresh from last weekend's comfortable win over Scotland, defending Six Nations champions England have made eight changes to face I…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 6:34
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 24: Robshaw and Roberts on Las Vegas, Lions, World Cup fallout, Eddie Jones and Six Nations
Joining us all the way from Las Vegas for RugbyPass Offload - Episode 24 is former England captain Chris Robshaw ahead of his MLR …
RugbyPass
08 Apr 2021, 6:07
'The fans want him to play' - Lobby ramp up effort to get Israel Folau back playing
A petition to get Israel Folau back into the NRL has received over 13,000 signatures this week, helped by a full-page ad taken out…
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2021, 6:01
Nemani Nadolo's 128kg cousin has signed Northampton academy contract after leaving NRL
A cousin of Leicester's Nemani Nadolo, 20-year-old Duane Ratu Willemsen has arrived at Northampton following a stint in Australia'…
Liam Heagney
08 Apr 2021, 5:48
Row over the Gatland Lions recce in Guernsey continues to rumble
It was over the Easter weekend when Lions boss Warren Gatland visited the Channel Island of Guernsey checking rugby and hotel faci…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 5:00
Wallabies lure second row back to Australia with Rugby World Cup deal
Lock Matt Philip will return from France in July in a boost for the Wallabies and Melbourne, signing with the Super Rugby club thr…
AAP
08 Apr 2021, 4:39
Championship club launch new head coach search as double-jobbing Wasps assistant set to leave
It was as an U7 that Neil Fowkes first got involved with Nottingham but the part-time Wasps assistant is now leaving his head coac…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 4:34
'If he is angry and has got a point to prove to England then that's great and there is nothing wrong with that'
Sam Simmonds’ stellar season is fuelled by ability rather than anger over being ignored by England, according to his Exeter boss…
PA
08 Apr 2021, 4:15
Major signing: Waratahs finally get an off-field win - but it won't help them out this year
Having recently been accused of tightening their purse strings to the detriment of the club by former coach Rob Penney, the Warata…
Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 2:33
'Maybe it's a good thing in Australian rugby where good players are missing out'
The 25-year-old has taken an old-school path to the professional ranks, proving himself at club level and the second-tier National…
AAP
08 Apr 2021, 0:50
Back row reconfiguration for the Chiefs as they resume Super Rugby Aotearoa without Sam Cane
The Gallagher Chiefs return refreshed from their bye week to venture south this Saturday to take on the inform Highlanders at Fors…
RugbyPass
08 Apr 2021, 0:43
Blues release two future stars for Super Rugby Aotearoa Under 20s competition
The bye week has come at the perfect time, as far as two of the Blues' most promising young stars will be concerned.
Tom Vinicombe
07 Apr 2021, 21:42
Highlanders makes surprise midfield selection as Josh Ioane returns to the fold for Chiefs rematch
Despite putting out their best performance of the year against the Crusaders last weekend, Tony Brown has made significant changes…
Online Editors
07 Apr 2021, 20:36
Free from injury and with freedom to roam, Connor Garden-Bachop is quickly becoming an automatic selection at the Highlanders
No one was talking about Connor Garden-Bachop before Super Rugby Aotearoa had kicked off - few had even heard of him - but he coul…
Sam Smith
07 Apr 2021, 19:33
Internationals return for critical Super Rugby AU round as Western Force unveil four Pumas in starting XV
Queensland Reds captain Liam Wright and Brumbies counterpart Allan Alaalatoa will return from injury and suspension in Saturday's …
AAP
07 Apr 2021, 18:56
Faf de Klerk has broken his silence about being on the receiving end of X-rated Jake Ball tackle
Last Sunday's contact by Jake Ball with the head of Faf de Klerk generated a big reaction and the Sale scrum-half has now broken h…
Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 14:25
Bernard Laporte has named ex-Springboks enforcer as the greatest player he ever coached
French rugby president Bernard Laporte has reflected on his coaching career and singled out ex-Springboks enforcer Bakkies Botha f…
Josh Raisey
07 Apr 2021, 13:33
'They are on the radar': The unheralded Sale players England are considering as potential summer tour picks
With youngsters like prop Bevan Rodd emerging under Alex Sanderson, England assistant Matt Proudfoot was a visitor to Sale trainin…
Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 13:25
'When I went on the last one it was only for ten days': Finn Russell talks Lions, Racing and much more on latest Le French Rugby pod
With a post-Six Nations ban to serve, Lions hopeful Finn Russell has been making use of his time with an appearance on Le French R…
Josh Raisey
07 Apr 2021, 13:18
Saracens call time on Nick Tompkins' loan spell with Dragons
With Dragons eliminated from Europe last Saturday, promotion-chasing Saracens have recalled Nick Tompkins from his loan spell in W…
Sam Smith
07 Apr 2021, 11:41
What Exeter really think of Leinster's proud European pedigree ahead of Saturday's quarter-final
There is a massive difference between what Rob Baxter's Exeter and Irish side Leinster have historically achieved in the Champions…
PA
07 Apr 2021, 10:09
18 weeks' worth of suspensions in the Challenge Cup, including a 10-week ban for a dangerous tackling Agen winger
A whopping 18 weeks of suspensions have been handed out after last weekend's Challenge Cup round of 16, including a huge 10-week b…
Sam Smith
07 Apr 2021, 9:43
Back seat driver
All Black legend Sam Whitelock is a stickler for New Zealand's traditions
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Jon Cardinelli
07 Apr 2021, 9:01
'Frank Murphy, why didn't you check it?' The Rugby Pod on the refereeing decision that saved 'chokers' Clermont at Wasps
Clermont pulled off a last-gasp Champions Cup escape at Wasps last Saturday that has left The Rugby Pod up in arms on their latest…
Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 8:39
Double-winning boss Rob Baxter has given his reaction to the £2.26million loss posted by Exeter
The financial picture in England for club rugby can't be good when the usually profitable Rob Baxter-coached Exeter report a whopp…
Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 7:15
Building the empire
From Liverpool to Lancaster, how Leinster have become a European rugby juggernaut.
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Garry Doyle
07 Apr 2021, 6:29
Sale issue de Jager injury update following training ground setback
World Cup winner Lood de Jager had been having a hard time with injury and Sale have given an update on the lock's latest setback.…
Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 4:55
'Quality of Eddie Jones brought his game on without question': Borthwick on what England exposure did for Leicester teenage George Martin
George Martin was called up by England in February and Steve Borthwick has now explained what England exposure did for the Leicest…
Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 4:03
'It's our time to show we're the best team in Australia': Reds star's warning to Brumbies ahead of titanic showdown
Harry Wilson has forecast a return to his damaging best as the Queensland Reds look to secure their first home grand final in a de…
AAP
07 Apr 2021, 2:06
Highlanders rocked by another injury blow as Folau Fakatava ruled out for season
Highlanders halfback Folau Fakatava is out of rugby for the rest of the year after sustaining a knee injury on Friday night agains…
Alex McLeod
07 Apr 2021, 0:27
Ex-All Black sceptical of Folau Fakatava's inclusion in national squad ahead of long-serving veterans
An ex-All Black says Folau Fakatava may have to undergo an apprentice scheme before earning selection into Ian Foster's squad.
Alex McLeod
06 Apr 2021, 23:52
Bubble and squeak
A Trans-Tasman Super competition has just gone from doubtful to highly likely. That's good news for everyone.
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Tom Vinicombe
06 Apr 2021, 22:46
Chiefs first for fit-again Lachlan Boshier but could he fill Sam Cane's spot in the All Blacks?
While the Chiefs may have lost Sam Cane for the remainder of the Super Rugby Aotearoa season, the return of one of last year's sta…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Apr 2021, 22:41
Super Rugby stars weigh in on who should fill in for Sam Cane as All Blacks captain
A pair of Super Rugby stars have weighed in on the debate on who should fill in for Sam Cane as All Blacks captain over the coming…
Alex McLeod
06 Apr 2021, 20:48
Injury-free All Black Angus Ta'avao counting on 'fine wine' to help Chiefs through challenging season
Old fine wines typically taste better with time. If performance in the dark and dreaded scrums is to be a tasteful affair, then th…
Michael Pulman
06 Apr 2021, 19:44
'He's got so much more to give in that All Blacks jersey': Why Ngani Laumape's rumoured move to France is hopefully nothing more
Reports out of France earlier this week suggested that All Blacks and Hurricanes midfielder Ngani Laumape could be on the verge of…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Apr 2021, 19:33
'That is what differentiates him': Brian O'Driscoll has singled out what makes Antoine Dupont a rugby superstar up there with football's Messi
Brian O'Driscoll was left wowed by Antoine Dupont after seeing the France scrum-half in person last Saturday in the Toulouse win o…
Liam Heagney
06 Apr 2021, 14:28
'When you look at that last scrum where Jasper Wiese scored, six of the eight forwards were 21 or under'
After years of stagnation at Leicester, the no-nonsense approach of ex-England assistant Steve Borthwick is starting to pay divide…
Liam Heagney
06 Apr 2021, 14:20
'Half their team is shark bait, so you can't go after half a team'
Alex Sanderson has been sizing up the prospect of Sale taking on a star-studded La Rochelle team with a heavyweight, intensely phy…
PA
06 Apr 2021, 13:27
Munster provide an update on the extent of the injury suffered by potential Lions pick Tadhg Beirne
Tadhg Beirne has been tipped by many pundits and fans to be a Lions starter but the Munster forward was injured last Saturday vers…
Sam Smith
06 Apr 2021, 12:39
Newcastle outline whether gripes over Welsh shoulder dislocation will feed into prep for Leicester rematch
Newcastle were left unhappy last Sunday week with what happened to Jon Welsh at Leicester who host the Falcons again this Saturday…
Chris Jones
06 Apr 2021, 12:12
Centre stage
From hulking winger to shrewd centre - the stats and details behind George North's compelling transformation.
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Will Owen
06 Apr 2021, 12:08
Nigel Owens has his say on Jake Ball's unpunished clear-out of Faf de Klerk
Social media has been busy reviewing Jake Ball's tackle on Sale Sharks' Faf de Klerk, with Nigel Owens even tweeting twice it.
Josh Raisey
06 Apr 2021, 11:29
Springboks kick-off Lions preparations with three days of 'alignment' activities in Gauteng
Rassie Erasmus has explained that with less than 90 days remaining before the arrival of the Lions, the Springboks must make every…
Sam Smith
06 Apr 2021, 7:55
'A smack in the mouth': Warren Gatland's Lions tour recce to Guernsey wasn't universally popular with locals
Despite tight quarantine restrictions on Guernsey, Lions boss Warren Gatland carried out an Easter inspection of rugby and hotel f…
Liam Heagney
06 Apr 2021, 7:30
Ealing add former Ireland scrum-half to their coaching roster
Ex-Ireland half-back Kieran Campbell has carved out his reputation as the Ulster academy boss since 2015 and he is now joining Eal…
Liam Heagney
06 Apr 2021, 6:59
Whale rescue sees retired World Cup winner Ali Williams make Easter headlines
Ex-All Blacks forward Ali Williams was returning by helicopter from the Bay of Islands when a stranded whale was spotted Easter Mo…
AAP
06 Apr 2021, 6:21
'We would rather get it wrong by giving them more time': Leinster's Ryan, Doris concussion update
Concussion issues have made James Ryan and Caelan Doris unavailable to Leinster who next face Exeter away in the Champions Cup.
Sam Smith
06 Apr 2021, 6:00
Veteran lock shocked by re-call into Wallabies camp after eight-year absence
Western Force lock Sitaleki Timani says it was a big surprise to be brought back into the Wallabies frame, and he's aiming to make…
AAP
06 Apr 2021, 2:49
Fears over future of Wallabies as young trio switch allegiance to Japan
An ex-Australian U20 representative has become the third Australian-raised player to declare their allegiance to the Brave Blossom…
AAP
06 Apr 2021, 2:39
Super Rugby star excited by Trans-Tasman competition after NZ-Australia travel bubble announced
James O'Connor is keen to break out the popcorn and study a new opposition after confirmation of a travel bubble gave Super Rugby …
AAP
06 Apr 2021, 2:27
Highlanders hit with another injury blow as Josh Ioane deemed available for selection again
Highlanders star Josh Ioane will be available to play for his side again when they face the Chiefs in Dunedin this Saturday.
Alex McLeod
06 Apr 2021, 2:15
'We're more than happy to have him': Tonga coach opens the door for Israel Folau to make rugby comeback
Tonga coach Toutai Kefu has revealed ex-Wallabies star Israel Folau is interested in returning to union to play for the Pacific Is…
Alex McLeod
06 Apr 2021, 1:00
All Blacks, Springboks, Los Pumas and Scottish internationals star in latest round of Major League Rugby
Current and former test stars from across New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina and Scotland were among those to have stood out in …
Alex McLeod
05 Apr 2021, 22:02
Watch: Frustrating day in the Top League for TJ Perenara as he bosses his teammates and trash talks a Japanese legend
The transformation into a tougher Top League side is not without growing pains however, as the hyper competitive TJ Perenara found…
Sam Smith
05 Apr 2021, 20:47
'There's no point sulking': Dane Coles calls for honesty among Hurricanes teammates and coaches amid poor season
Hurricanes hooker Dane Coles has called on his teammates and coaches to be honest and up front on what is going wrong for the lowl…
Sam Smith
05 Apr 2021, 20:29
All Black captains don't lecture people on social media or journalists on what they should be reporting on
You put Savea at 7, you make him captain and very quickly Cane’s absence ceases to be a major concern. Frankly, it’s the opens…
Hamish Bidwell
05 Apr 2021, 17:06
'Have the WRU issued an explanation?' - Former Wales lock Andrew Coombs slams union over £20m loan to regions
Former Wales second row Andrew Coombs has questioned the nature of a £20 million loan taken out in 2020 by the Welsh Rugby Union …
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2021, 13:00
Confirmed: Referee appointments for this weekend's European quarter-finals
The EPCR’s Match Officials Selection Committee has confirmed the referee appointments for this weekend’s Heineken Champions Cu…
RugbyPass
05 Apr 2021, 10:00
Leinster to be without key players for Exeter match
Leinster will not be getting a late injury boost ahead of their Heineken Champions Cup match with Exeter Chiefs, with many of thei…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2021, 9:33
'It's important for us to normalise women and girls in rugby and to show a clear and exciting pathway within the game'
Former England international Rachael Burford’s Girls Rugby Club has completely sold out of places at four of its Easter camps in…
RugbyPass
05 Apr 2021, 8:10
Torrid weekend in France for Wales Women shows huge failings at WRU
At Swansea University, I was part of the same rugby club as current Wales Women Cara Hope, Natalia John, Robyn Lock and Courtney K…
Jess Hayden
05 Apr 2021, 7:37
An improbable All Blacks jersey sponsor has emerged as NZR look to plug financial hole
As New Zealand Rugby look to cash in on a controversial private equity deal, an unlikely potential All Blacks jersey sponsor has e…
Ian Cameron
05 Apr 2021, 6:48
'They are better than that, and we know that. We caught them cold and we were red-hot'
Alex Sanderson says Sale Sharks will relish the prospect of a Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final against La Rochelle’s “gala…
PA
05 Apr 2021, 5:28
'So it's something I potentially would like to do' - In-form flanker Anstee chasing double dream
In-form flanker Tim Anstee hopes to fulfil both his Olympic and Wallabies dreams this year, but his first goal is to guide the Wes…
AAP
05 Apr 2021, 5:17
'That's very much option B I think' - Ardern to decide fate of trans-Tasman comp
Wallabies and Melbourne veteran Matt Toomua says an additional round of Super Rugby AU should be a last resort.
AAP
05 Apr 2021, 4:49
Former All Black John Afoa expertly trolls opposition coach in the tunnel before Bristol Bears clash with Bordeaux
Former All Black prop John Afoa has expertly trolled Bordeaux Beagles coach Christophe Urios before his side's European clash agai…
Sam Smith
04 Apr 2021, 20:43
Watch: Welsh lock gets off scot-free after fouling Faf De Klerk with crushing clothesline tackle
Sale's scrumhalf was preparing to launch a box kick with his hands placed on the ball when the Scarlets big man decided to launch …
Sam Smith
04 Apr 2021, 19:27
Ulster thump Harlequins to book Challenge Cup quarter-final with Northampton
Ulster will play Northampton in the quarter-finals of the European Rugby Challenge Cup next weekend after a thumping 57-21 victory…
PA
04 Apr 2021, 17:23
Sale Sharks dismantle Scarlets as AJ MacGinty breaks Charlie Hodgson record
Sale Sharks booked a Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final trip to La Rochelle after crushing the Scarlets 57-14 in Llanelli.
PA
04 Apr 2021, 14:41
'100 per cent it happened' - Pat Lam infuriated over crucial call
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam claims his players were convinced there was a knock-on during the build-up to the crucial try.
PA
04 Apr 2021, 14:19
Bordeaux-Begles gain European revenge on Bristol
Bordeaux-Begles gained ample revenge for their extra-time defeat by Bristol in last season’s European Challenge Cup semi-final.
PA
04 Apr 2021, 12:57
Wood: Munster's latest Springbok signing 'sends out all the wrong signals'
Ireland legend Keith Wood has criticised Munster's decision to sign another Springbok, saying it sends the wrong message to young …
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2021, 12:39
'Ugly' - Richard Cockerill's brutal admission after Edinburgh clobbered by Racing 92
Racing are one of four French sides to reach the Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals.
PA
04 Apr 2021, 10:56
Racing 92 crush Edinburgh to book last eight spot
Racing’s 56-3 victory made them the fourth French side to reach the Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals.
PA
04 Apr 2021, 10:13
'I didn't see it coming. I didn't see that there was a chance that I wouldn't go'
Devin Toner has reflected on his omission from Ireland's Rugby World Cup campaign in 2019, admitting he didn't see his exclusion f…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2021, 9:39
'Stu is the rugby brain behind it all' - Devin Toner on Lancaster's quiet Leinster revolution
Leinster second row Devin Toner has paid tribute to the contribution Stuart Lancaster has made to the province since the 51-year-o…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2021, 8:30
All Blacks and Wallabies rivalries ignite Japanese Top League weekend
Australian centre Dylan Riley was within fingertips of glory as the Panasonic Wild Knights almost snatched a dramatic victory agai…
AAP
04 Apr 2021, 7:42
Freak training ground injury leaves Lood de Jager in race against time to face Lions - reports
World Cup-winning Springbok lock Lood de Jager is in a race against time to be fit for the visit by the British and Irish Lions.
RugbyPass
04 Apr 2021, 6:32
Mamukashvili given lengthy ban for Rugby Europe red card incident
Georgian hooker Shalva Mamukashvili has been given a hefty ban for an act of foul play that left a Romanian international removed …
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2021, 6:04
'When I was a bit younger a coach said that I would never be a scrum-half... I was a bit podgy'
A resilient child growing up, Exeter No9 Jack Maunder has published an early development book that he even recently read to kids a…
Liam Heagney
04 Apr 2021, 4:57
Newcastle, Northampton and Leicester all reach Challenge Cup semi-finals
Newcastle recovered from 14-0 down to claim their place in the quarter-finals of the European Challenge Cup with a thrilling 28-24…
PA
04 Apr 2021, 4:45
Newcastle bound Mike Brown on the qualities that drew him to Falcons
Mike Brown will leave Harlequins at the end of the season and join Newcastle Falcons. The full-back, who has won 72 caps for Engla…
PA
04 Apr 2021, 4:31
France open Women's Six Nations campaign with Wales thrashing
France started their Women’s Six Nations campaign by brushing aside Wales 53-0 in Vannes, where Caroline Boujard score an early …
PA
04 Apr 2021, 4:04
'It's important to remember there isn't any horrible intent': England's Tom Curry on rugby's current card frenzy
Yellow cards have been a major issue this season for ambitious Sale and England back row Tom Curry has given his verdict on the pr…
Chris Jones
04 Apr 2021, 3:55
'Shut up. I don't give a f***!': The latest fiasco in the French Pro D2 League shows just how little referees are respected there
The Pro D2 league in France can throw up some fairly humourous moments, but this week's incident shows an increasing trend towards…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2021, 1:02
Watch: Resurfaced footage of the 2016 All Blacks shows just how powerful Steve Hansen's side used to be
The 2016 All Blacks were a remarkably underrated side that went on to produce a record amount of points in a test season, but only…
Sam Smith
04 Apr 2021, 0:28
Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe has gone viral over post-match act of humility but not all fans are pleased
Springboks star and World Cup hero Cheslin Kolbe has gone viral after Toulouse's Champions Cup win over Munster, but not for his u…
Sam Smith
03 Apr 2021, 22:12
'If you want to have a go, let's go': Faf de Klerk's message for the big boys of world rugby
Despite being small in stature, South Africa scrumhalf Faf de Klerk is not one to back down from a challenge.
RugbyPass
03 Apr 2021, 22:12
'They need some clean air': Michael Cheika makes his intentions clear around returning to help the winless Waratahs
Cheika is the only coach ever to lead NSW to a Super Rugby title, masterminding the Waratahs' 2014 breakthrough before leaving the…
AAP
03 Apr 2021, 21:31
Why Sam Cane's injury could be a blessing in disguise for the All Blacks
Sam Cane won't feature again in Super Rugby Aotearoa this year and while he'll prove difficult for the Chiefs to replace, it's his…
Tom Vinicombe
03 Apr 2021, 20:32
'Rugby supporters deserve better': Refereeing again under question following Blues' besting of Hurricanes
Saturday night's fixture between the Blues and Hurricanes was a scrappy affair, with both sides struggling to hold onto the ball a…
Online Editors
03 Apr 2021, 18:27
Watch: Former Wallaby rival Foley carded for flattening Beauden Barrett but the All Black has last laugh
The match-winning try came just one week after Barrett's 40-metre penalty goal on the last play of the game sunk Toyota Verblitz. …
Sam Smith
03 Apr 2021, 16:37
Yellow cards hamper Ospreys as Newcastle reach Challenge Cup quarter-finals along with Benetton
Boosted by the return of six Wales internationals, Ospreys made a superb start before indiscipline turned the result in favour of …
PA
03 Apr 2021, 15:41
Jonny Hill to the fore as Exeter overcome poor start to reach Champions Cup quarter-finals
Rob Baxter’s Exeter slipped 14-0 behind to Lyon after just eight minutes but there was to be no Champions Cup upset at Sandy Par…
PA
03 Apr 2021, 15:31
Exeter player ratings vs Lyon - 2020/21 Champions Cup
Here is how the Exeter players rated after they recovered from some early Lyon headaches to bounce back and win their Champions Cu…
Liam Heagney
03 Apr 2021, 15:08
Two-try Antoine Dupont helps Toulouse end Munster's European hopes in thriller
Antoine Dupont came alive during the final quarter, touching down twice to help Toulouse win away at Munster in the Champions Cup.…
PA
03 Apr 2021, 13:27
Eight-try England get Six Nations title defence off to a flyer against Scotland
Defending champions England ran in eight tries against Scotland, with sisters Poppy and Bryony Cleall both scoring in a dominant d…
PA
03 Apr 2021, 13:04
'We were the best team on the field': Wasps boss Blackett gutted by dramatic defeat
French heavyweights Clermont floored Lee Blackett and Wasps with the final play of a pulsating clash to win 27-25 at the Ricoh Are…
PA
03 Apr 2021, 11:09
The Paolo Odogwu show is ruined as Clermont ambush Wasps with last-gasp converted try
Camille Lopez converted Kotaro Matsushima’s try with the game’s last kick as Clermont dramatically beat Wasps to reach the qua…
PA
03 Apr 2021, 10:54
Harlequins confirm Mike Brown will leave at the end of this season
Ex-England full-back Mike Brown is to finish up at Harlequins after 17 seasons with a switch to Newcastle likely for next season. …
Liam Heagney
03 Apr 2021, 10:31
Wasps player ratings vs Clermont - 2020/21 Champions Cup
Here are the player ratings after Wasps looked to have done enough for a Champions Cup win over Clermont before suffering a late a…
Liam Heagney
03 Apr 2021, 10:05
'There was still enough to cling on to the PCL... It's looking like nine to ten months'
Jack Willis has returned to the gym this week as he continues his rehabilitation for the knee injury suffered during the Guinness …
Josh Raisey
03 Apr 2021, 9:41
Rampaging prop Taniela Tupou helps the Reds to an impressive win over Melbourne Rebels
Taniela Tupou, the 135kg Wallabies prop, played an influential part in the latest Reds win, this time against the Rebels in Melbou…
AAP
03 Apr 2021, 7:29
Injured England flanker Jack Willis has issued an update on how long he will be out of the game
England flanker Jack Willis is filming a documentary of his injury recovery and he has given an update on when he expects to play …
Liam Heagney
03 Apr 2021, 6:42
'The boys have given me a bit of stick because it looks like I celebrated as if we won the World Cup'
The exuberant celebration of Stuart Hogg when Scotland scored the winning try didn't go unnoticed at Exeter where he has come in f…
PA
03 Apr 2021, 5:33
'You get to a stage in life - as I did - when you don't know if you deserve your spot': Ex-Lions forward backs Jones as tour skipper
The battle for second row tour spots intensified during the Six Nations but an ex-Lions forward says Alun Wyn Jones must travel as…
Chris Jones
03 Apr 2021, 5:27
The great entertainer
Tom O'Flaherty has been pulling up trees down in Devon and the wing is thriving in esteemed company
LONG READ
Owain Jones
03 Apr 2021, 5:23
Blues player ratings vs Hurricanes | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Blues have snuck home over the Hurricanes at Eden Park in a round six clash of Super Rugby Aotearoa. Here's how the rated.
Mike Rehu
03 Apr 2021, 5:00
'Tony Spreadbury was in with me last week... we're losing games by a point and every penalty counts'
Wasps arrive into Champions Cup action on Saturday with the reputation of being the most indisciplined team in this season's Premi…
Liam Heagney
03 Apr 2021, 4:29
Hurricanes player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Blues have got their Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign back on track with a 27-17 victory over the Hurricanes at Eden Park in Auck…
Alex McLeod
03 Apr 2021, 4:12
Blues overcome late Hurricanes fightback to get Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign back on track
The Blues have survived a late Hurricanes fightback to emerge victorious in a 27-17 win to reignite their Super Rugby Aotearoa cam…
AAP
03 Apr 2021, 3:55
Ardie Savea opens up on possibility of filling in for Sam Cane as All Blacks captain
Hurricanes captain Ardie Savea has remained coy about the possibility of replacing Sam Cane as All Blacks skipper over the coming …
Sam Smith
02 Apr 2021, 23:17
How the Waratahs hit back from 'emotional week' with admirable display against Brumbies
They won't make the finals, but the Waratahs hope to have a big say in who does after falling agonisingly short of pulling off the…
AAP
02 Apr 2021, 22:08
Crusaders boss Scott Robertson reveals where it went wrong in record-breaking loss to Highlanders
Crusaders boss Scott Robertson has lamented his side's slew of errors that he believes cost them Friday's shock defeat to the High…
Alex McLeod
02 Apr 2021, 21:49
Report: Waratahs refuse to rule out Michael Cheika return following Rob Penney sacking
The Waratahs are refusing to rule out the prospect of Michael Cheika returning to the franchise following the sacking of Rob Penne…
Sam Smith
02 Apr 2021, 19:26
Gloucester knocked out by La Rochelle after losing Rees-Zammit in the warm-up
Although Premiership strugglers Gloucester delivered some impressive moments, they were ultimately overpowered by an efficient La …
PA
02 Apr 2021, 17:33
Last-gasp Rona try sees 14-man Irish edge Cardiff to set up quarter-final versus Bath
London Irish and Bath both had to dig deep to respectively beat Cardiff and Zebre to set up a Challenge Cup quarter-final clash ne…
PA
02 Apr 2021, 15:44
EPCR award Leinster a walkover after controversial cancellation of game with Toulon
Toulon were left angered that close contact tracing would rule out their front row, leaving Leinster receiving a Champions Cup wal…
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 13:39
'He is nowhere near the finished product': Wasps' verdict on Matteo Minozzi, but it isn't a negative
It has been a difficult time for Matteo Minozzi, opting out of playing for Italy and struggling for form at Wasps, but Lee Blacket…
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 12:52
'It's liable to change at the drop of a sixpence': Jason Leonard on Lions tour uncertainty
The Lions insisted last month their tour would go ahead as planned in South Africa but chairman Jason Leonard admits there are no …
PA
02 Apr 2021, 11:38
'It's disgusting': Toulon president slams decision to cancel his team's match at Leinster
Leinster versus Toulon was set to be the highlight of the Champions Cup restart but it was cancelled less than five hours before k…
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 11:13
'Damaging nonsense': Danny Cipriani issues stern rebuke after allegations made about him being a bad influence on Rees-Zammit
New Bath signing Danny Cipriani has hit out at allegations that he led new Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit astray while playing for G…
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 10:38
No England player picked as six Welsh, five Irish, three Scots and one French make the Six Nations Team of the Championship
A shortlist for the Six Nations Team of the Championship resulted in 1.3 million people voting and Wales wound up with six picks i…
Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2021, 9:46
'That will put him in a really strong position for the Lions': Hamish Watson named Six Nations player of the tournament
Wayne Pivac led Wales to this year’s Six Nations title but Scotland flanker Hamish Watson has been named player of the tournamen…
PA
02 Apr 2021, 9:16
Unused England call-up Paolo Odogwu to start first match since January 8 as Wasps make three changes to face Clermont
It's been a frustrating twelve weeks in between match starts for Paolo Odogwu who was in the form of his life at Wasps before Engl…
Sam Smith
02 Apr 2021, 8:52
Cheika in the stands as the free-falling Waratahs find yet another new way to lose
Former title-winning coach Michael Cheika was a conspicuous observer as the record losing streak of the NSW Waratahs continued.
AAP
02 Apr 2021, 8:24
Champions Cup restart thrown into chaos by Leinster versus Toulon cancellation
Following a horrible winter of cancellations, the Leinster versus Toulon round of 16 match was set to get the Champions Cup going …
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 7:57
Exeter keep two of their Six Nations contingent on the bench despite 14 changes to their XV to play Lyon
Defending champions Exeter are back on Heineken Champions Cup duty this Saturday and they have shaken up their XV after last weeke…
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 7:37
Report claims Laumape in line for Top 14 move from Hurricanes while ex-All Blacks lock Bird is set to quit Racing
Reports have emerged in France that All Blacks midfielder Ngani Laumape is touted for a Top 14 move but it's the reverse for Domin…
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 6:27
'Everyone is saying it will be an England and France final': How the start to the women's Six Nations is shaping up
Defending champions England go into this year’s revamped tournament having not lost a Six Nations match since France beat them i…
PA
02 Apr 2021, 5:41
Blonde ambition
Faf de Klerk has spent a career confounding critics and his bite around the fringes may trouble the Lions
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
02 Apr 2021, 5:22
'Maybe four but at least three of them were deserved': Nigel Owens reviews the five Six Nations red cards and hands out end-of-tournament awards
Last Friday's red card for Finn Russell made it five reds for this year's Six Nations and Nigel Owens has given his end-of-tournam…
Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 5:19
Highlanders player ratings vs Crusaders | Super Rugby Aotearoa
Here's how the Highlanders rated after they pulled off the biggest upset of the Super Rugby Aotearoa season by stunning the Crusad…
Mike Rehu
02 Apr 2021, 5:14
Crusaders player ratings vs Highlanders | Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Crusaders entered Friday's clash with the Highlanders in Christchurch undefeated since the start of the Super Rugby Aotearoa c…
Nick Turnbull
02 Apr 2021, 4:41
'This season the PRO14 has not been competitive outside the Irish teams whatsoever. It's been the worst I have seen'
Harlequins assistant Jerry Flannery knows the PRO14 inside out and he has had a pop at its standard this season compared to the Pr…
Chris Jones
02 Apr 2021, 4:22
Highlanders put turbulent week behind them to consign Crusaders to shock first defeat of season
The Highlanders have put a turbulent week of off-field dramas behind them to stun the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday.
AAP
02 Apr 2021, 3:58
'I think we can challenge them': How the Rebels plan to pick up a shock win over the Reds
Falling just short in their first meeting, Melbourne feel they've got now got more "arrows in their quiver" as they attempt to del…
AAP
02 Apr 2021, 1:55
'I hope that we can get back to that': Springbok and ex-All Black wants to see South African sides return to Super Rugby
A former All Black and current Springbok hope Super Rugby hasn't seen the last of South Africa's involvement in the competition.
Sam Smith
01 Apr 2021, 23:01
Ardie Savea takes aim at New Zealand's sports reporters in spat over Josh Ioane saga
Ardie Savea is not happy with how the standing down of six Highlanders players has been covered by New Zealand's media - and he's …
Sam Smith
01 Apr 2021, 21:15
How winless Waratahs plan to clinch miracle victory following Rob Penney's sacking
The Waratahs maintain they can pull off a sporting miracle and break their season duck in one of the club's most turbulent weeks i…
AAP
01 Apr 2021, 20:48
'It's a change-up': Reds boss Brad Thorn relishing COVID-enforced stay away from home
The Reds feel swapping Cape Town for Coogee could work in their favour as they prepare to take on the Rebels in Melbourne on Satur…
AAP
01 Apr 2021, 19:47
'I was in a pretty rough place': How celebrations went for surprise call-up Ryan Wilson following Scotland's win in Paris
Ryan Wilson hadn't played for Scotland since October 2019 but an incredible chain of events resulted in him being in the thick of …
Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2021, 12:48
'It's a big thing for women's rugby' - Rachael Burford on Six Nations, live TV and Fantasy XV
A massive few weeks for the Women's Six Nations starts with England vs Scotland this Saturday and Rachael Burford can't wait to se…
Rachael Burford
01 Apr 2021, 12:02
'That's not going to suit Finn, a bloke that is just going to kick the nuts off the ball': Surprise Lions XV calls as RugbyPass Offload co-hosts agree on only nine picks
RugbyPass Offload co-host Ryan Wilson has clashed with Mike Phillips over whether Finn Russell should start for the Lions.
Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2021, 11:09
Hefty ban is given to Worcester's red-carded Chris Ashton with lesser suspensions for Bath duo Tom Dunn and Will Muir
England pair Chris Ashton and Tom Dunn were respectively red-carded for Worcester and Bath while Dunn's teammate Will Muir was cit…
Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2021, 10:44
The final whistle?
Calls for Eddie Jones to be sacked are growing so someone had to defend the England coach
LONG READ
Michael Aylwin
01 Apr 2021, 9:49
Leinster make four Champions Cup changes for Toulon following their latest PRO14 title success
Ambushed by Saracens at home in September, Leinster have named the team they hope can make Champions Cup amends versus Toulon.
Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2021, 7:52
Gloucester make one change as they prepare to host 'seriously big man' Will Skelton and La Rochelle
Ex-Saracens forward Will Skelton is on a European mission this Friday with La Rochelle against a Gloucester XV containing one chan…
Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2021, 7:25
England and Scotland name teams for Saturday's opening round Six Nations match
The wait for the 2021 Women's Six Nations is nearly over with champions England and Scotland naming their XVs for Saturday's openi…
Sam Smith
01 Apr 2021, 6:47
Just two non-Irish club players gain selection in the 2020/21 PRO14 Dream Team
After a Guinness PRO14 season where the Irish provinces were to the fore, they have now dominated the 2020/21 Dream Team XV.
Sam Smith
01 Apr 2021, 6:19
Decisions are in from the Nonu red card and Tekori citing hearings
Ma'a Nonu and Joe Tekori got into disciplinary trouble in France last weekend and the verdicts are in regarding the Toulon and Tou…
Sam Smith
01 Apr 2021, 5:48
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 23: Ryan's French miracle and Mike Phillips on the Lions, Wales and Gatland
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 23 has Wales and Lions legend Mike Phillips checking in from Dubai to join Ryan Wilson and Christina M…
RugbyPass
01 Apr 2021, 4:43
Lions shock: Finn Russell to use sevens loophole to change international allegiance and boost tour selection chances
Scotland out-half Finn Russell is seeking to change country allegiance to improve his chances of Lions tour selection to South Afr…
RugbyPass
01 Apr 2021, 4:19
All Blacks captain Sam Cane facing surgery, long stint on the sidelines following pectoral injury
Chiefs co-captain Sam Cane is to miss the remainder of the Super Rugby Aotearoa season and undergo surgery after suffering a pecto…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2021, 23:08
Why George Bridge has been handed an uncustomary start in the No 14 jersey
Having bided his time on the sidelines, George Bridge is finally ready for a run with the Crusaders and will make his return to fi…
Tom Vinicombe
31 Mar 2021, 23:05
New Zealand's provincial championship reverts to NPC moniker as new sponsor unveiled and competition formats confirmed
New Zealand Rugby and Bunnings Warehouse have announced a three-year deal to sponsor domestic competitions and support community r…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2021, 22:47
Blues name new captain for pivotal make-or-break clash with Hurricanes at Eden Park
The second placed Blues, with two wins and two losses in their opening four games, will begin the second round of the competition …
Online Editors
31 Mar 2021, 22:22
'It's a line in the sand': Warning to dropped Wallabies hooker
Brumbies coach Dan McKellar has encouraged the NSW Waratahs to have faith in Australian talent in their search for a new coach.
AAP
31 Mar 2021, 21:53
'What concerned me was the 'dumbing down' of Australian rugby. For a long time, Australian rugby was the most innovative on the planet'
Yet there is another Wayne Smith in rugby, arguably the doyen of Australian Rugby journalism for the past several decades, and he …
Nick Turnbull
31 Mar 2021, 21:10
Julian Savea returns as Hurricanes brace for consequential clash with Blues
Coach Jason Holland has rewarded his Hurricanes charges for their successful flogging of the Highlanders last week, making just th…
Online Editors
31 Mar 2021, 20:17
'We've seen that neither of those things have been forthcoming - patience or financial resources': Jilted Rob Penney unleashes on Waratahs decision-makers
After 18 months of poor results, head coach Rob Penney has been sacked by the Waratahs - but Penney has suggested that there are f…
Sam Smith
31 Mar 2021, 19:55
Stats and Snapshots: Episode five
How much can Warren Gatland rely on statistics to help him choose his 36-man Lions squad for South Africa?
LONG READ
Andy Clarke
31 Mar 2021, 18:01
'Look for Tana': The lesson the Blues will take from their season-jeopardising loss to the Chiefs
Two weeks ago, the Blues were heading into their match with the Crusaders knowing that a victory would put them in great stead to …
Sam Smith
31 Mar 2021, 16:55
Stuart Lancaster has commented on the pressure his England successor Eddie Jones is now currently under
Stuart Lancaster knows what it is like when the media in England ramp up the pressure and he has reflected on the Eddie Jones situ…
Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2021, 13:08
'Why wouldn't you want to keep Manu? You would be crazy not to make a bid for him'
Manu Tuilagi only came to Sale on a one-year deal last July from Leicester and Alex Sanderson has issued an update on extension ta…
Chris Jones
31 Mar 2021, 13:00
The red tape reason why Rynhardt Elstadt isn't available for the Toulouse trip to Munster
Rynhardt Elstadt was expecting to be involved in this weekend's Champions Cup round of 16 match but the Toulouse forward will now …
Sam Smith
31 Mar 2021, 11:23
The WRU verdict on Wayne Pivac's Wales tenure
There were calls last November for Wayne Pivac to be sacked as Wales boss but the WRU didn't agree and their decision has been vin…
Sam Smith
31 Mar 2021, 10:50
Bristol issue Semi Radradra fitness update following last weekend's comeback appearance
It was last weekend in the dramatic win over Harlequins when Fijian Semi Radradra played his first game since January for Bristol.…
PA
31 Mar 2021, 10:35
Plan for Marseille to host this May's European finals has been abandoned
The Champions Cup and Challenge Cup finals were due to be held in Marseille this May but that EPCR plan has now been scuppered.
Sam Smith
31 Mar 2021, 10:22
Joe Marler replies to Kyran Bracken after 2003 winner criticises loosehead's infamous pre-2019 RWC final interview with Dan Cole
Kyran Bracken has joined Clive Woodward in claiming the Joe Marler media event was a hindrance in the England lead-up to the 2019 …
Josh Raisey
31 Mar 2021, 9:51
'Robust plans in place': Springboks make case for return of fans ahead of Lions tour
If discussions go well it would increase the hope that the Lions series versus the Springboks won't be played behind closed doors.…
PA
31 Mar 2021, 7:54
Edinburgh will finish the PRO14 season a match short following walkover
The PRO14 held its final in Dublin on Saturday and it has now reached a decision about a regular-season back match involving Edinb…
PA
31 Mar 2021, 7:38
Double champions Exeter issue warning to trophy rivals
With six wins in nine Premiership games and their Six Nations players back, Rob Baxter reckons double champions Exeter are perfect…
Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2021, 7:23
'Social media shot up after the Scotland game. I got 70,000 people following me... it was very weird'
Louis Rees-Zammit has told The Rugby Pod what it was like becoming an overnight sensation as part of the 2021 Wales Six Nations ti…
Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2021, 6:39
'He has got such X-factor... when he has a seven out of ten he is not happy with that'
Alfie Barbeary, the 20-year-old December Premiership player of the month and an England training call-up, is back fit and buzzing …
Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2021, 4:42
Dan Leo wades into the ex-All Black Charles Piutau for Tonga debate
Former All Blacks star Charles Piutau is hoping to qualify for Tonga but a June fixtures clash is set to deny the Bristol full-bac…
Josh Raisey
31 Mar 2021, 3:59

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