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Squire, Frizell, Himeno, Mikaele-Tu'u, Harmon, Lentjes: Which loose forwards will start for the Highlanders?
With their 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign set for kick-off this Friday, the Highlanders are faced with a significant selection…
Alex McLeod
23 Feb 2021, 1:03
Why Sam Cane is staying on as a Chiefs captain despite 'arduous' All Blacks duties
The announcement of Brad Weber as Chiefs co-captain on Tuesday means Sam Cane will also retain his leadership duties with the fran…
Michael Pulman
22 Feb 2021, 22:20
Former All Black names his Super Rugby Aotearoa 'Hype XV' on eve of new season
As the new Super Rugby Aotearoa season looms large on the horizon, a former All Black has named a 'Hype XV' made up of players to …
Alex McLeod
22 Feb 2021, 21:54
Waratahs boss calls for less 'toilet seat moments' as three key players set for sideline stints
The Waratahs are bracing for life without key pair Jake Gordon and Joey Walton as coach Rob Penney called for less "toilet seat mo…
AAP
22 Feb 2021, 18:34
Chiefs name Brad Weber as co-captain for 2021 Super Rugby season
The Chiefs have confirmed halfback Brad Weber will join All Blacks captain Sam Cane as co-captain of the Chiefs for 2021.
Sam Smith
22 Feb 2021, 18:15
How James O'Connor could form one of Super Rugby's most lethal partnerships with Suliasi Vunivalu
James O'Connor wants to do more damage with his boot and it could have direct spin-offs for star new recruit Suliasi Vunivalu.
AAP
22 Feb 2021, 18:07
Haven't we already said goodbye to the great Dan Carter? His real retirement was years ago
The man’s career was over by then and he did well to keep being paid a healthy wage and to maintain the strength of his personal…
Hamish Bidwell
22 Feb 2021, 17:18
Building bridges
Boosting Australian club rugby is the key to preparing aspiring Super Rugby players.
LONG READ
Will Genia
22 Feb 2021, 16:44
Eddie Jones 'wrong man for the job' and Farrell 'shouldn't be involved' says former Lions back row
Eddie Jones is not the right man for the job and captain Owen Farrell should be dropped is the advice that former British and Iris…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2021, 15:57
Six Nations bosses set deadline to decide if France v Scotland can go ahead
Les Bleus have a total of 10 players ruled out for Sunday's game following an outbreak of Covid-19 in the squad.
Sam Smith
22 Feb 2021, 11:52
'The Women's Six Nations will be the biggest rugby that's going on at that moment'
The first focus of all three players is the Women’s Six Nations, which takes place in a new format and in a new Spring-time wind…
Jess Hayden
22 Feb 2021, 11:51
Ireland camp provide Covid update as positive cases in France squad continue to rise
France team manager Raphael Ibanez has said the squad's Covid cases may have started in Ireland.
Ciarán Kennedy
22 Feb 2021, 11:13
Bigger squads and more rest days - New player welfare principles announced for 2023 World Cup
The tournament will now kick-off on September 8 2023, with the final taking place on October 28.
Ciarán Kennedy
22 Feb 2021, 10:21
Thrill seekers
Welsh enigma, Sinners become Saints, Ireland's redemption man, Munster's old dog for the hard road
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
22 Feb 2021, 10:03
England lock Launchbury out for entire Six Nations
England look certain to be without Wasps lock Joe Launchbury for the entire Six Nations Championship following his fibia stress fr…
Chris Jones
22 Feb 2021, 9:47
Nigel Owens says 'something needs to change' after wave of red cards in Premiership
Speaking on BT Sport’s Rugby Tonight, the Welshman said that there needs to be a change in player behaviour.
Josh Raisey
22 Feb 2021, 8:47
Saracens sign USA international scrum-half from South Africa
The 22-year-old will make the move from South African franchise the Cheetahs in the summer.
Sam Smith
22 Feb 2021, 7:21
France now without 10 players for Scotland as more positive tests confirmed
Gaetan Barlot, Thierry Paiva, Cyril Cazeaux, Baptiste Pesenti and Thomas Ramos have been called into the France squad.
PA
22 Feb 2021, 5:25
'He sets the example for all of us' - Daly's high praise for under-fire England team-mate
The club team-mates are expected to line up in the same backline when Eddie Jones’ Guinness Six Nations champions face Wales in …
PA
22 Feb 2021, 5:05
Andy Farrell resists calls for fresh faces as Ireland name 36-man squad to play Italy
In now looks likely that Farrell will go with a familiar looking team for Saturday's game, as Ireland look to get back to winning …
Ciarán Kennedy
22 Feb 2021, 4:40
Under the radar
Wyn Jones has emerged from the shadows to be one of Wales' consistent performers in the Six Nations
LONG READ
Owain Jones
22 Feb 2021, 3:21
What it's like as New Zealand's oldest returning Super Rugby player after nine years abroad
It's been 10 years since Bryn Evans last played Super Rugby. Now the 36-year-old is in the running to debut for the Highlanders ag…
Alex McLeod
22 Feb 2021, 1:03
'It wasn't as clinical as we can be': Reds captain James O'Connor's Super Rugby AU warning following Waratahs thumping
Reds captain James O'Connor has put Super Rugby AU on notice, warning that his side still have plenty of room for improvement desp…
Alex McLeod
21 Feb 2021, 22:59
Five of the best: The top five performers in round one of Super Rugby AU
Super Rugby AU has kicked-off for 2021, but which five players impressed the most in the opening weekend of the competition?
Finn Morton
21 Feb 2021, 20:46
All Blacks, Wallabies and Springboks stars shine in opening round of Top League
The Top League finally got underway over the weekend, and a ton of stars from New Zealand, Australia and South Africa shone in the…
Sam Smith
21 Feb 2021, 20:28
'Even Beauden Barrett taking deep breaths': Pace of Japan Top League surprises in Barrett's debut despite lopsided scoreline
All Blacks flyhalf Beauden Barrett has kicked off his first Top League campaign with a mammoth win over the Mitsubishi Dynaboars a…
Sam Smith
21 Feb 2021, 19:25
Harry Randall withdrawn from England squad
Bristol Bears scrumhalf Harry Randall has been withdrawn from the England squad after sustaining an ankle injury that appears to h…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 15:20
'He absolutely threw me around like a rag doll' - The time Ryan Wilson accidentally 'cheap shotted' Jerry Collins
Former Scotland skipper Ryan Wilson has recalled a brief run-in with legendary rugby hardman Jerry Collins when the pair squared o…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 14:14
Scotland add seven players to Six Nations squad, confirm they'll appeal Fagerson ban
Scotland have confirmed they will appeal the four-match ban handed to prop Zander Fagerson.
PA
21 Feb 2021, 14:04
League toppers Bristol blow lead over London Irish
Paddy Jackson completed a late conversion as London Irish staged a remarkable fightback to secure a 34-34 draw with Gallagher Prem…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 13:56
Richard Cockerill knows Edinburgh face crucial two weeks to salvage European hopes
Richard Cockerill admits the next two weeks will be crucial in deciding whether his Edinburgh side can salvage their European ambi…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 11:48
U20s star McLean signs new Glasgow Warriors contract
Glasgow prospect Rufus McLean has been rewarded with a new contract after impressing in his first season as a professional.
PA
21 Feb 2021, 10:41
REPORT: Five France players now ruled out as two more test positive
Two more French players have tested positive for Covid-19, bringing to five the total number of players that will be out of action…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 10:21
'It was a surprising comment' - Jones bats back at former England fullback Mike Brown
England head coach Eddie Jones has returned fire at his former fullback, Mike Brown, who suggested that no one within England camp…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 8:19
Video: Ben Kay proves the weekend's most debated call was absolutely right
Former England second row Ben Kay has Tweeted a video that proves beyond doubt that referee Christophe Ridley was absolutely corre…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 7:22
'I can't sulk or be upset. Gregor and I have been in contact and he's told me what I need to do'
In a year of chicanes, Rory Hutchinson began the new season injured, spent much of the middle chunk negotiating a Covid-19 outbrea…
Jamie Lyall
21 Feb 2021, 6:54
Waratahs' Izaia Perese cops ban for 'reckless' tip-tackle
The NSW Waratahs' early-season woes have deepened with centre Izaia Perese suspended for three matches.
AAP
21 Feb 2021, 6:44
Ref watch: Is it time the charge-down was scrapped?
The words ‘movement’ and ‘approach’ have surely never been scrutinised with such forensic detail as following the controve…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 5:59
Wales hooker Ken Owens warns England to expect intensity despite no fans
Wales hooker Ken Owens has warned England to expect no less intensity at an empty Principality Stadium than if there were 70,000 W…
PA
21 Feb 2021, 5:33
'There's no conflict': New RPA chairman Ethan Waller on pandemic rugby, relegation, pizza, pay cuts and Michael Fatialofa
Worcester prop Ethan Waller has stuck his neck out at the age of 28 by becoming the new RPA chairman a year into the pandemic in E…
Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2021, 5:00
'I realised when I went to Toulon I'd been stuck in a rut... I didn't love what I did to get out of bed in the morning'
Funny how it has all turned out for veteran Bristol lock Dave Attwood. Having fallen out of love with the game some years ago the …
Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2021, 4:00
Why Wales wunderkind Louis Rees-Zammit turned down an approach from Eddie Jones
Eddie Jones attempted to persuade Louis Rees-Zammit to choose England over Wales and having failed in his pursuit, he hopes the wi…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 21:15
Life breathed into Jaguares as surprise new destination potentially emerges for Argentina's rugby franchise
The latest reports out of Ireland suggest that top-tier rugby may not be off the table for Argentina's unfortunate Jaguares.
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 20:54
New referee's challenge law gets off to an inauspicious start in Super Rugby pre-season
Super Rugby Aotearoa will trial two new laws for the 2021 season and it looks like there'll be more than a few teething issues in …
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 19:30
'All options are on the table': How a trans-Tasman competition might proceed even with border restrictions
Rugby Australia CEO Andy Marinos has acknowledged that while Super Rugby Trans-Tasman won't be able to go ahead in its proposed fo…
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 18:46
Six minutes of magic ends three-game home losing streak for Connacht
Connacht ended a run of three successive Guinness PRO14 home defeats with a 32-17 bonus point win over Cardiff Blues at the Sports…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 17:49
Wasted chances and white-line fever again prove costly for Edinburgh as European hopes continue to fade
Edinburgh’s Champions Cup bid suffered another blow as they were overpowered 22-10 by Munster at Murrayfield.
PA
20 Feb 2021, 17:13
Pre-season plug or left-field fix? Why Damian McKenzie's move to 10 could be a masterstroke
Damian McKenzie is a natural fullback - that was confirmed a long time ago - but could a shift to first five allow the Chiefs to a…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Feb 2021, 17:01
England's Word Cup-winning coach puts the issue to bed: 'Jonny Wilkinson or Dan Carter?'
Former British and Irish Lions and England coach Sir Clive Woodward has described Dan Carter as the best attacking No 10 he has se…
Online Editors
20 Feb 2021, 15:46
Rhys Webb stars as Ospreys claim hard-fought win over Zebre
Ospreys inched to a 10-0 win over Zebre in the Guinness PRO14 at a wet Liberty Stadium.
PA
20 Feb 2021, 15:23
'I think 'Simmo' moved' - Rob Baxter's take on Sandy Park conversion controversy
Exeter boss Rob Baxter had no complaints about a dramatic finale at Sandy Park after his Gallagher Premiership champions were beat…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 13:48
Red cards a 'wake-up call' - Wasps DoR Lee Blackett
Wasps director of rugby Lee Blackett believes Gallagher Premiership players have received a wake-up call after three red cards wer…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 13:34
Costelow helps six-try Scarlets thrash Benetton to boost European qualification hopes
Two tries from Jac Morgan and scores from Sam Costelow, Dane Blacker, Sione Kalamafoni and Paul Asquith got Scarlets over the Bene…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 13:04
Northampton stun champions Exeter to claim first Sandy Park win in seven years
Stuart Hogg and Exeter were left furious with how their defeat to Northampton ended with a charged-down conversion attempt.
PA
20 Feb 2021, 12:52
Red card mayhem as three sent off in Leicester victory over Wasps
Leicester recorded a convincing 27-8 victory over Wasps at Welford Road in a Gallagher Premiership match that had three red cards.…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 12:50
Video: Wasps fuming over red card for Brookes
Ian Costello was unhappy with the red card for Kieran Brookes as Wasps at Leicester became the second 14-on-14 in this weekend's P…
Liam Heagney
20 Feb 2021, 12:12
'Sometimes you're just not flavour of the month' - Marcus Smith urged to stay patient in bid for England cap
Marcus Smith has been urged to continue placing himself on England’s radar after he steered Harlequins to a 24-12 Gallagher Prem…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 11:27
Leicester's Jasper Wiese becomes third Premiership player red-carded this weekend for shoulder to the head shot
Round ten of the Premiership began on Friday with two red cards and there was a third on Saturday for Jasper Wiese of Leicester.
Liam Heagney
20 Feb 2021, 11:21
Harlequins make it four wins on the bounce following departure of Paul Gustard
The resurgence of Harlequins following the departure of Paul Gustard produced its best result yet as Sale were dispatched 24-12 at…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 10:32
Sharks CEO addresses Itoje and Kolbe rumours
The CEO of South African franchise the Sharks has addressed rumours linking Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe and England lock Maro I…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 10:31
Dean Ryan backs Sam Davies after a controversial clock-in-the-red moment in the latest Dragons defeat
Dragons had a long-odds chance to cause a PRO14 upset on Friday only for Sam Davies to end the game rather than allow play to cont…
Sam Smith
20 Feb 2021, 9:44
'They are the worst for it' - Wilson explains why locks are avoided during contact sessions
When it comes to contact sessions, it's a good idea to say well clear of second rows - at least according to Glasgow Warriors No.8…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 9:25
Bok, Bulls and Ulster fears over Coetzee injury
Ulster, the Bulls and Springboks will be sweating over the extent of Marcell Coetzee’s injury for the next 48 hours.
RugbyPass
20 Feb 2021, 8:47
French Rugby statement: Two more France players test positive
Two more French players have tested positive for the coronavirus, French Rugby have confirmed in a statement.
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 7:57
'A near faultless player' - How the rugby world is reacting to Dan Carter's retirement
The rugby world is entering a new reality, one in which Dan Carter is no longer a professional rugby player.
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 7:29
'Hoggy, I respect you, but do that again and I will kill you' - the Glasgow team bus incident that left Scotland captain terrified
Glasgow Warriors No.8 Ryan Wilson has recounted a tail of how Scotland captain Stuart Hogg bit off more than he could chew during …
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2021, 6:55
'He turned his body around in 48 hours... he's one of the best back-row forwards in the world'
Bath boss Stuart Hooper praised his team’s composure in the closing minutes after they edged out Gallagher Premiership rivals Gl…
PA
20 Feb 2021, 4:39
The £35m price tag to join the English Premiership
Ealing Trailfinders could face a bill of more than £35m to join the Gallagher Premiership if English rugby’s elite clubs insist…
Chris Jones
20 Feb 2021, 3:40
Land of opportunity
Rugby will be missing a trick if the USA don't get to host a World Cup in the near future
LONG READ
Jon Cardinelli
20 Feb 2021, 2:28
All Blacks legend Dan Carter announces retirement from rugby
Daniel Carter, after 19 professional seasons and just a few weeks short of turning 39, has announced his retirement from all rugby…
Online Editors
20 Feb 2021, 1:48
Top League chairman and other leading rugby bosses throw support behind Club World Cup concept
Top League chairman Osamu Ota has joined other leading rugby bosses in throwing support behind the concept of a Club World Cup.
Sam Smith
19 Feb 2021, 23:39
How James O'Connor went from Australian rugby's bad boy to captaining the Reds to a record-breaking win
Brad Thorn reckons James O'Connor's redemption story is nearing completion after the reformed rugby bad boy led the Reds to a reco…
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 22:20
Beauden Barrett to make Top League debut after being named to start for Suntory Sungoliath
All Blacks star Beauden Barrett is set to finally make his long-awaited Top League debut for Suntory Sungoliath against Mitsubishi…
Sam Smith
19 Feb 2021, 22:03
Jonanthan Ruru stars with a hat-trick as Blues beat Crusaders and Chiefs in game-of-three-halves
The Blues have walked away from a hastily-arranged game-of-three-halves undefeated after beating the Crusaders and Chiefs in Cambr…
Alex McLeod
19 Feb 2021, 20:42
Highlanders come from behind to thump Hurricanes in final pre-season hit out
The Highlanders have finished their pre-season with a big 35-12 win over the Hurricanes at Molyneux Park in Alexandra.
Alex McLeod
19 Feb 2021, 20:08
Two red card shown as Bath edge past Gloucester
Gloucester suffered an eighth successive Gallagher Premiership defeat as Bath edged an eventful west country derby 16-14 that saw …
PA
19 Feb 2021, 17:19
Ulster hold off Glasgow to keep up PRO14 title bid
A clinical display from Ulster ensured they kept the pressure on Leinster thanks to a 19-13 victory over Glasgow.
PA
19 Feb 2021, 17:19
PRO14 contenders Leinster edge further ahead in conference with win at Dragons
Leinster stretched their lead at the top of Guinness PRO14 Conference A to five points with a 35-29 win at Dragons.
PA
19 Feb 2021, 17:09
Saracens deploy 9 internationals in 27-man matchday line-up for Coventry
Saracens will deploy nine internationals in their 27-man matchday team to host Coventry in the hope of landing their second pre-se…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2021, 13:17
Antoine Dupont tests positive for Covid-19
Scrumhalf and star player Antoine Dupont looked set to miss France's Six Nations game against Scotland after testing positive for …
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 12:21
'It's devastating for him' - Awful tackle sees Tahs recruit Perese sent off under new red card law variation
NSW Waratahs coach Rob Penney says he's heartbroken for Izaia Perese after his comeback was derailed by a red card for a dangerous…
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 12:06
Dillon Lewis released from Wales squad
Wales prop Dillon Lewis has been released from Wayne Pivac’s Guinness Six Nations squad due to a neck problem.
PA
19 Feb 2021, 11:19
Prince Harry breaks official ties with Rugby Football Union
The Duke of Sussex - aka Prince Harry - has relinquished his roles as a patron of the Rugby Football Union and Rugby Football Leag…
PA
19 Feb 2021, 10:18
'There's been a lot of talk' - Nigel Owens revisits his initial take on much debated Jonny May try
Referee Nigel Owens has provided more clarity on Jonny May’s spectacular try at the weekend against Italy - a score whose legali…
Josh Raisey
19 Feb 2021, 10:00
Brumbies ruin Western Force homecoming party
The Brumbies have ruined the Western Force's long-awaited homecoming by securing a 27-11 Super Rugby AU win in Perth.
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 9:30
'No longer any doubt' over Lima Sopoaga and Lyon deal - reports
French media are claiming that there is 'no longer' any doubt' over Wasps flyhalf Lima Sopaga joining Lyon, a move reported late l…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2021, 8:28
'As soon as we talk about getting rid of head injuries completely I think the sport will struggle'
Concussion is very much back in the rugby headlines and England scrum-half Dan Robson has given an alternative perspective on the …
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 8:19
No rest for Scotland skipper Hogg as he starts for Exeter this Saturday
Exeter boss Rob Baxter said in midweek he wouldn't 'lump' all his Test players into his team but Scotland captain Stuart Hogg is i…
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 7:31
Reds spark new-look Super Rugby AU season into life with crushing win over the Waratahs
The Waratahs took a third-minute lead in Brisbane but the Reds piled on 41 straight points for their seventh-straight Suncorp Stad…
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 6:51
Sam Simmonds' England exile is starting to feel like it's personal - Andy Goode
George Martin is a brilliant prospect but the continuing omission of Sam Simmonds by Eddie Jones is starting to feel like it’s p…
Andy Goode
19 Feb 2021, 5:43
'Every game he almost has a highlights reel': How Malakai Fekitoa's comeback is going after 16-week layoff
Back in action after a 16-week layoff, the quick return to form of Malakai Fekitoa has Wasps boss Lee Blackett singing his praises…
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 5:43
OTD: Danny Cipriani signs for Melbourne Rebels
On this day in 2010 Wasps announced Danny Cipriani would leave the club at the end of the season to join newly-formed Australian t…
PA
19 Feb 2021, 5:39
'I dislocated a shoulder while jackalling and I probably don't go in as much now because of the injury'
Sale Sharks lock Josh Beaumont knows all about the dangers of jackalling for the ball and carries the scars of the surgery that wa…
Chris Jones
19 Feb 2021, 5:10
Report: Teddy Thomas faces significant pay cut if he signs for Toulouse
Where Racing winger Teddy Thomas will play his club rugby next season is to be decided and there are complications about a move to…
Sam Smith
19 Feb 2021, 4:53
Lifting the weight
How do you keep elite athletes in prime shape when gyms are shut and plans decimated? Meet rugby's S&C gurus.
LONG READ
Daniel Gallan
19 Feb 2021, 3:40
Ex-Wallabies boss labels Top League as 'unrecognisable' on eve of competition's final edition
Japan's Top League will look to put a year lost to the COVID-19 pandemic behind it on Saturday when play returns for the final sea…
AAP
19 Feb 2021, 0:40
'I would like to play for Japan': Former Super Rugby speedster Tevita Li reveals test rugby ambitions
Former Blues and Highlanders wing Tevita Li has his eyes set on playing at a World Cup for his adopted nation.
Alex McLeod
18 Feb 2021, 23:34
Greig Laidlaw headlines British and Irish talent set to debut in Top League this weekend
Former Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw will headline a raft of English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh players set to debut in this the …
Alex McLeod
18 Feb 2021, 22:12
Three Super Rugby AU matchups to look out for in round one
Super Rugby AU makes its return on Friday, starting with two interesting clashes. First up is the Reds vs Waratahs – that Queens…
Finn Morton
18 Feb 2021, 20:34
Blues name eight All Blacks to face Chiefs and Crusaders in game-of-three-halves
The Blues will have eight of their 10 All Blacks from 2020 available this weekend when they face the Chiefs and Crusaders in a gam…
Alex McLeod
18 Feb 2021, 19:51
Surprise positional switch for All Black Damian McKenzie in Chiefs' Super Rugby Aotearoa warm-up match
Utility back Damian McKenzie has been named to start in the Chiefs' final warm-up of the year - but not in his usual fullback posi…
Tom Vinicombe
18 Feb 2021, 19:07
Crusaders' name dual All Blacks captains in final pre-season hit-out
The Crusaders travel north today, ahead of their rescheduled pre-season fixture against the Blues and Chiefs tomorrow afternoon. T…
Online Editors
18 Feb 2021, 18:23
Ben Smith and Michael Hooper named to make long-awaited Top League debuts this weekend
Former All Blacks star Ben Smith and Wallabies captain Michael Hooper will make their long-awaited Top League debuts for their res…
Sam Smith
18 Feb 2021, 18:12
Surviving Super Rugby Aotearoa
Another Covid curve ball could make for an even tougher competition for Aotearoa’s best players.
LONG READ
Patrick McKendry
18 Feb 2021, 16:55
Change your tune
It's time to ditch God Save the Queen but what should England rugby's new anthem be?
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
18 Feb 2021, 15:26
'Us jackalers have to firstly accept that we're going to be on the end of massive collisions, probably higher than anything else in the game'
“I feel like I’m 35,” laughs 24-year-old Will Evans, as he enters the Zoom meeting with a spectacular shiner around his left…
Jamie Lyall
18 Feb 2021, 15:13
Channel surfing
A buzz is in the air as Super Rugby Australia kicks off with a new host broadcaster this week.
LONG READ
Christy Doran
18 Feb 2021, 14:47
Wasps weigh up uncapped Odogwu coming back from England in late March having not played since January 8
Uncapped Paolo Odogwu is facing an eleven-week gap in between playing a match of any kind unless he can break into the England tea…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 14:33
Munster confirm 8 contract extensions, including deals for Ireland call-ups Craig Casey and Shane Daly
With the contracting moratorium over at the IRFU, Munster have announced eight extensions - including uncapped Ireland sub Craig C…
Sam Smith
18 Feb 2021, 12:10
Self-isolating France boss Galthie tweets update on how he is coping
France boss Fabien Galthie must spend a minimum of seven days in self-isolation after testing positive for Covid after Six Nations…
Josh Raisey
18 Feb 2021, 11:28
Scotland prop WP Nel extends Edinburgh stay
Edinburgh and Scotland prop WP Nel has signed a new two-year contract. The 34-year-old has agreed a deal that will see him surpass…
PA
18 Feb 2021, 10:39
Eddie Jones calls uncapped George Martin into his England Six Nations squad
England boss Eddie Jones has chosen 19-year-old uncapped George Martin as his Six Nations squad replacement for the injured Jack W…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 10:22
'It makes you feel alive': Under pressure Ireland boss Andy Farrell comes out fighting
Andy Farrell has responded to criticism of his tenure as head coach following the worst Ireland start to a championship since 1998…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 9:46
How Wales have rated Josh Adams on his return to training following two-game ban
Josh Adams created the wrong type of headlines for Wales before the start of the Six Nations with his two-game ban for a protocols…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 8:57
'How can I put this? Every time that I tried something different, he had a counter'
Boan Venter .spent Valentine’s Day alone in self-isolation half the world away from his fiancée. Holed up in the plush Edinburg…
Jamie Lyall
18 Feb 2021, 8:36
Fit-again Hastings set to play his first match in 16 weeks after dislocated shoulder
Glasgow No10 Adam Hastings played his last game of rugby on October 31 when Scotland defeated Wales in the Six Nations at Llanelli…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 7:52
New Wales star Rees-Zammit to start Premiership derby for Gloucester
There will be no rest for Louis Rees-Zammit this week as the Wales match-winner at Murrayfield has been chosen to start with Glouc…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 7:17
Exeter detail latest Cuthbert setback after he was hailed as 'phenomenal' last weekend
Despite going 18 weeks in between games, Alex Cuthbert was in flying form in his two-match Exeter comeback that has now suffered a…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 6:14
World Rugby issues response to concussion demands of new Progressive Rugby lobby group spearheaded by James Haskell
Ex-England player James Haskell is spearheading the new Progressive Rugby lobby group and a letter has generated a response from W…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 5:10
Rees-Zammit vs May: 'They run against each other a lot in training, they're well versed on each other's strengths and weaknesses'
It's the England vs Wales head-to-head everyone is salivating over, the battle between Gloucester teammates Jonny May and Louis Re…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 4:25
Glasgow Warriors sign Josh McKay
Glasgow Warriors have pulled off a major transfer coup after Super Rugby flyer and World Rugby U20 Championship winner Josh McKay …
Sam Smith
18 Feb 2021, 3:54
Brumbies captain Alaalatoa expecting a 'physical game up front' in their Super Rugby AU clash with the Western Force
The backs will bring their customary razzle dazzle but the front row battle between the Brumbies and the Western Force looms as th…
AAP
18 Feb 2021, 2:20
Brumbies scrumhalf Nic White expecting 'extremely physical' match against Force side featuring plenty of international experience
Scrumhalf Nic White is ready for another season with the Brumbies, as the Canberra-based side prepare to begin their title defence…
Finn Morton
18 Feb 2021, 0:48
Ireland test veteran Rob Kearney may be bringing an old-school skill with him to Super Rugby AU
A new era has begun at the Western Force, but Irish rugby legend Rob Kearney is doing his best to bring back an old-school treat…
AAP
18 Feb 2021, 0:08
'I've got pretty strong ambitions to one day play for my country' - Angus Scott-Young gets chance to start in Reds backrow
Angus Scott-Young has overcome his own injury horror story and now stands to benefit from one of his good mate's setbacks by filli…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 23:01
Scotland club Glasgow Warriors reportedly have signed uncapped Kiwi speedster
A Canterbury product, McKay landed with the Highlanders for his season in Super Rugby in 2018 after an impressive provincial campa…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 22:51
Waratahs captain throws support behind 'confident' 21-year-old ahead of the Super Rugby AU opener
NSW Waratahs captain Jake Gordon says his greenhorn No.10 Will Harrison is ready to step out of Bernard Foley's shadow in Friday's…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 22:05
Eddie Jones looking to learn from study into Austrian football team Salzburg as England lack aggression behind closed doors
Eddie Jones believes England’s lack of aggression at the start of their Six Nations title defence may be the result of playing m…
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 20:47
'Being over here and the opportunities I've had have swayed that dream' - Son of Wallaby legend on the brink of Brave Blossoms selection
Jack Cornelsen's father Greg made rugby history for the Wallabies but, as he prepares for a fourth season in Japan, the 26-year-…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 20:36
'This issue is the greatest threat to the worldwide game': new group urges World Rugby to act on concussions
A group of retired rugby internationals, medics, administrators and academics has sent an open letter to World Rugby pressing for …
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 19:45
'This is a real lifeline': Blues to play game of three halves against Chiefs and Crusaders
The Blues' Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign is back on track after having to cancel a pre-season game against the Crusaders set for E…
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 17:58
'We called the journalists fans with keyboards, and he created the idea of circling the All Blacks during their haka'
England head coach Eddie Jones has revealed much of his coaching philosophies, his life journey, some of his tactics and provided …
Online Editors
17 Feb 2021, 16:55
Soft in the head
Fans debating red cards and the 'hardness' of players can't see the bigger picture
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Michael Aylwin
17 Feb 2021, 15:27
'No way you're getting around making it safe': Bristol prop's ominous jackling warning
After high profile Six Nations incidents, Bristol forward Max Lahiff has tweeted that the 'heroic skill' of jackling can never be …
Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2021, 14:00
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 17: Wales on a roll, red cards, Farrell's form, croc rolls and gobby scrum-halves
After another cracking Six Nations weekend, Jamie Roberts and Ryan Wilson guest on RugbyPass Offload - Episode 17 to review all th…
RugbyPass
17 Feb 2021, 13:39
Exiled Wales out-half Rhys Priestland to join Cardiff Blues
Bath out-half Rhys Priestland was blocked by the WRU from being available to Wales for the 2021 Six Nations but he has now joined …
PA
17 Feb 2021, 13:12
Off the ropes
Wales were written-off before the Six Nations but two edgy wins have seen self-belief returning
LONG READ
Owain Jones
17 Feb 2021, 12:26
Springboks skipper Siya Kolisi explains move to the Sharks after Durban unveiling
The worst kept secret in South African rugby was officially confirmed on Wednesday with the unveiling of Siya Kolisi as a Sharks p…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 12:22
Leicester bring in ex-Scotland U20s tighthead Will Hurd
Will Hurd played for Scotland U20s in 2019 but the tighthead is native to Leicester and has signed from Glasgow's wider training s…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 11:56
Bassett agrees to Wasps contract extension ahead of 100th Premiership appearance
Currently the 7th highest Wasps try-scorer of all-time, Josh Bassett has inked a new deal at the club ahead of his 100th Premiersh…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 11:33
Recall for Demba Bamba one of three changes to France squad versus Scotland
Fresh from Six Nations wins over Italy and Ireland, the France squad to face Scotland shows three changes including a recall for D…
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 11:10
Tommy Taylor heads back to Sale on 3-year deal
Tommy Taylor came through the Sale academy and was capped by England before leaving for Wasps in 2016 and he is now returning to M…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 8:49
'That doesn't mean you lump them straight back in': Exeter welcome back Hogg and co but are coy about this weekend's selection
Stuart Hogg is back at Exeter along with Jonny Gray and Tomas Francis but Rob Baxter was coy about whether he will play them this …
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 8:20
Worcester prop Ethan Waller becomes new RPA chairman
With Mark Lambert's three-year stint as RPA chairman over, Ethan Waller of Worcester is the next man up at the English players' un…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 7:46
Ferris and Barclay lead the charge in questioning length of Fagerson ban compared to O'Mahony suspension
Decision by Six Nations disciplinary committee to ban Zander Fagerson for a week longer than Peter O'Mahony has ignited social med…
Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2021, 6:42
Newcastle's Premiership trip to Worcester is off as outbreak continues at Falcons
Newcastle will be idle for the second weekend in a row as an ongoing outbreak has led to the cancellation of another Premiership f…
PA
17 Feb 2021, 6:24
Support reportedly growing for Australia option as Lions officials set to discuss finer details
The response was tepid last month to Australia hosting the Lions vs South Africa tour but momentum has reportedly now grown for th…
Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 6:05
A third France staff member has tested positive for Covid
The Six Nations round two win in Dublin by France has come at a cost as a third staff member has now tested positive for Covid-19.…
PA
17 Feb 2021, 5:37
'I have been told his shoulders are all metal now': Fit-again Lood de Jager back in the Sale selection mix
Fit-again Springboks lock Lood de Jager will bridge a 24-week gap in between appearances for Sale when he faces Harlequins next we…
Chris Jones
17 Feb 2021, 4:50
6-game ban given to Motu Matu'u of London Irish
Veteran London Irish hooker Motu Matu'u has paid a heavy price for a red-carded reckless tackle last Saturday at Sandy Park.
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 4:30
Western Force name star-studded side for their Super Rugby AU opener
Five players with Test experience will bolster a Western Force starting line up that has the "heeby-jeebies" ahead of Friday's Su…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 4:00
Eddie Jones names the role model the injured Jack Willis should look to for inspiration
The dust has settled on the round two win by England and Eddie Jones has a tip for the injured Jack Willis to follow in his rehabi…
PA
17 Feb 2021, 3:59
'It's about mindset as well' - How the Brumbies plan to lead Australian rugby's new era
Super Rugby AU's defending champion Brumbies have vowed to play their part as the code begins a new era on Friday.
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 3:26
Thorn makes surprise selection call as Reds announce team for Super Rugby AU opener
Taniela Tupou will be deployed off the bench and fullback Jock Campbell has a point to prove as the Queensland Reds begin their Su…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 2:52
'We could win it': Rob Penney's shock title prediction as Waratahs eye first crown since 2014
More than 1500 caps of Waratahs experience has walked out the door, but NSW coach Rob Penney believes his side has the potential t…
AAP
17 Feb 2021, 0:41
Nehe Milner-Skudder to make first appearance for Highlanders in pre-season match against Hurricanes
Former All Blacks outside back Nehe Milner-Skudder has been named to play for the Highlanders for the first time since signing wit…
Alex McLeod
17 Feb 2021, 0:27
Best of the best: The top 10 locks in Super Rugby 2021
Super Rugby AU is now just days from starting, while Super Rugby Aotearoa is just over a week away. As the competitions edge that …
Finn Morton
17 Feb 2021, 0:17
'If you don't' handle it properly you might have a concern' - Brad Thorn speaks out after dropping star recruit
Brad Thorn says his habit for making the tough call since taking over as Queensland Reds coach didn't make it any easier to drop s…
AAP
16 Feb 2021, 23:45
Wallabies rise up World Rugby rankings following Ireland's back-to-back Six Nations losses
The Wallabies have moved one place up the World Rugby rankings after Ireland opened their Six Nations campaign with back-to-back d…
Alex McLeod
16 Feb 2021, 23:21
Hurricanes welcome back four All Blacks for final pre-season clash against Highlanders
Four All Blacks will make their first appearances for the Hurricanes this year after being named to start against the Highlanders …
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 22:08
'We get along really well': Kieran Read reveals his Bledisloe bromance with Michael Hooper
Ex-All Blacks captain Kieran Read is set to team up with Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper for the first time ever this weekend.
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 21:09
Five Super Rugby AU stars to look out for in 2021
There’s plenty of exciting players to come out of every squad, but if we had to narrow it down, here’s five players to look ou…
Finn Morton
16 Feb 2021, 21:05
Hurricanes hit with injury blow as new playmaker ruled out for season
The Hurricanes' shallow playmaking have been hit by the news that one of their new recruits will miss the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearo…
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 18:29
Zander Fagerson's Six Nations campaign is over following 4-game ban
Scotland tighthead Zander Fagerson has paid a heavy price for his red-carded collision with Wyn Jones in last Saturday's Six Natio…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 17:32
Former Chiefs wing Bryce Heem joins Super Rugby rivals for 2021 season
Former Chiefs wing Bryce Heem has joined one of the Hamilton side's rivals for the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season.
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 17:13
'We are very, very close. Seeing that happen to him was just horrible'
Tom Willis was somehow able to put his brother Jack's devastating injury with England out of his mind to impress with Wasps on Sun…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 14:44
'I have been banging on for this since 2012': Ben Ryan's crocodile roll frustrations reach boiling point after Willis injury
It's nine years Ben Ryan first started aired concerns about the crocodile roll that left England back row Jack Willis injured last…
Josh Raisey
16 Feb 2021, 14:32
Wasps respond to speculation that Lima Sopoaga is joining Lyon
Now in his third season with Wasps, former All Blacks out-half Lima Sopoaga has been linked with a move to Lyon for the 2021/22 se…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 14:11
'Game-changing project': Edinburgh complete new £5.7million stadium
Richard Cockerill is chuffed that Edinburgh finally own a stadium for the first time since their 1996 formation as a professional …
PA
16 Feb 2021, 13:39
Confirmed: France boss Galthie tests positive for Covid-19
Preparations by France for their round three Six Nations match have been disrupted by Fabien Galthie testing positive for Covid-19…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 12:09
Halaholo agrees new Cardiff deal just 3 days after impressive Wales debut
Cardiff Blues have moved quickly after Willis Halaholo looked the part coming off the bench last Saturday for a Test debut with Wa…
PA
16 Feb 2021, 11:49
'He's heavily motivated now': Wasps provide latest update on Jack Willis' England injury
It's now three days since Jack Willis was seriously injured while playing for England and Wasps have now had their say on their ba…
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 9:57
Mending fences
Ex-pro Rob Vickerman picks out the positives of no relegation from the Premiership
LONG READ
Rob Vickerman
16 Feb 2021, 8:55
Dragons sign All Blacks slayer Bertranou with immediate effect
Scrum-half Gonzalo Bertranou, who played in the famed Argentina win over the All Blacks, has linked up with Dragons with immediate…
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 8:03
'It's a red card, it's not even up for debate': The Rugby Pod's reaction to Fagerson's sending-off
The second-half red card brandished to Zander Fagerson was a major talking point in the Scotland defeat last weekend to Wales.
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 7:39
Ireland squad update: A dozen players released back to their provinces
Rookie Six Nations boss Andy Farrell is picking up the pieces after the worst Ireland start to a championship since 1998.
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 6:18
Entire France team and management placed in isolation
Testing in France following their round two win in Ireland has resulted in the Fabien Galhie and his Six Nations squad going into …
Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 5:21
Richmond announce Championship squad after 'more than 34 weeks of unpaid pre-season training'
It's been March 6 last year since promoted Championship club Richmond played their last match, a National One defeat at Rosslyn Pa…
Sam Smith
16 Feb 2021, 4:58
Best of the best: The top 10 flankers in Super Rugby 2021
With the kick-off of Super Rugby broadening on the horizon, a panel of RugbyPass writers have ranked the ten best flankers in New …
Alex McLeod
16 Feb 2021, 0:59
Reds axe Suliasi Vunivalu for Super Rugby AU season-opener after pub altercation
High-profile Queensland Reds recruit Suliasi Vunivalu has been dropped from what would have been his Super Rugby AU debut for alle…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 23:24
Former cross-code Wallabies star's advice to Suliasi Vunivalu ahead of Reds debut
His head will be spinning and his heart will be pumping, but Suliasi Vunivalu has been given simple advice from a man who's been i…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 22:54
'He's got the potential to play 100 tests': Wallabies great calls for Jordan Petaia to make shock positional switch
A Wallabies legend has called on the Reds to play rising star Jordan Petaia in a surprise position ahead of their Super Rugby AU s…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 22:20
Why it's 'patently absurd' that the Blues aren't allowed to train a week out from Super Rugby Aotearoa
If the Blues cannot train together from Thursday in the region, it will throw a tight schedule into chaos. It doesn’t have to ha…
Campbell Burnes
15 Feb 2021, 21:44
'I have an interesting perspective': Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika lands surprise Super Rugby commentary role
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika will join Nine and Stan Sport's commentary team for the upcoming Australian rugby season.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 21:02
Brumbies concerned with the new-look Force stack with international players even after winless season
The Force have made a statement ahead of their second season back in Australian rugby, recruiting from close to home and across t…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 20:18
New Zealand Rugby's back-up plan if Super Rugby Trans-Tasman can't go ahead
The planned Super Rugby Trans-Tasman competition is in jeopardy due COVID-19 outbreaks in NZ and Australia in recent weeks and Kiw…
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 20:16
'We didn't win a game last year and that still hurts': Wooden spoon pain to drive Force ahead of new season
The glum win-loss record didn't truly sum up the progress made and the fighting spirit on show, with the Force coming close on nu…
AAP
15 Feb 2021, 20:13
'Challenging': Blues training from home with pre-season on hold
The Blues players are having to train from their homes under level three restrictions as they face the prospect of heading into th…
Online Editors
15 Feb 2021, 18:20
Savea is more than just a player now, he's in the shop window to be All Blacks' skipper too
It’s not so much that the newly-named Hurricanes captain is versatile, more that he’s had to accommodate different All Blacks…
Hamish Bidwell
15 Feb 2021, 16:33
'There was not one second of freedom... It was one of the toughest I have played, personally' - Charles Ollivon
Les Bleus underlined their status as tournament favourites by grinding out a 15-13 win in Dublin.
PA
15 Feb 2021, 15:10
Premier 15s salary cap increase tipping women's rugby towards becoming fully professional
This week, the RFU agreed to double the amount that clubs can spend on players in the Premier 15s. Originally, the salary cap was …
Jess Hayden
15 Feb 2021, 14:46
REPORT: Teddy Thomas set to sign with Toulouse
After being told he would not be needed at Racing 92 past this season, French wing star Teddy Thomas has been linked with one of t…
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2021, 13:20
Did Bernard Le Roux double dip with a second trip after being sin binned for same offence?
Andy Goode and many eagle-eyed viewers on social media have spotted an attempted trip by France’s Bernard Le Roux on Irish scrum…
Josh Raisey
15 Feb 2021, 12:51
Stockdale one of five Ireland stars listed as 'unavailable' through injury in Ulster medical update
Five Ireland internationals are among eight Ulster players currently unavailable for selection, the province have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2021, 12:23
REPORT: French media claim Sopoaga's Wasps exit a done deal
The New Zealander has recently been linked with a move away from Wasps, who he joined in 2018.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 11:59
Looking for inspiration
Ireland have been on a downward spiral since beating the All Blacks in 2018
LONG READ
Garry Doyle
15 Feb 2021, 11:46
'We put him at 13, and on a plastic pitch with lots of space, he just absolutely tore it up'
Gloucester wing has made a startling impression in international rugby.
PA
15 Feb 2021, 10:47
Northampton Saints sign up former Leinster prop from Championship
The tighthead came through the Leinster Rugby schools system and advanced into the Leinster Academy, making three appearances in t…
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 10:21
Dan Leavy ruled out for rest of the season
The Ireland and Leinster flanker spent 18 months on the sidelines following a horrific knee injury sustained in April 2019.
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 9:27
Andy Powell's super controversial shout for Ireland's problematic 10 spot
Former Wales No8 Andy Powell has made a controversial call online that Ireland should turn to sacked fly-half Paddy Jackson.
Josh Raisey
15 Feb 2021, 9:03
Six Nations: Team of round 2
A capitulation at Twickenham, slugfest in Edinburgh and arm-wrestle in Dublin, who made our XV of Round 2?
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
15 Feb 2021, 8:42
Wales international Dan Baker signs for Dragons on short-term deal
The 28-year-old has three Wales caps to his name and has already joined the Dragons squad.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 8:19
On This Day: Wales' Andy Powell drives golf buggy down M4
The back-row forward had celebrated victory over Scotland into the early hours of the morning.
PA
15 Feb 2021, 7:30
Ireland dominate Sam Warburton's British and Irish Lions team of the week
The former Lions captain also selected four players from England, three from Wales, and only two from Scotland.
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 7:25
'I guess fate will decide' - Maro Itoje has addressed prospect of becoming first Black Lions captain
England lock Maro Itoje recognises the impact becoming the first black captain of the British and Irish Lions would have on the s…
Chris Jones
15 Feb 2021, 6:45
Date set for Zander Fagerson's disciplinary hearing
The Scotland prop was sent off 13 minutes into the second half at Murrayfield after making contact with the head of Wales' Wyn Jon…
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 6:24
'The highs and lows of rugby' - Willis vows to come back stronger from horror injury
Willis was only on the pitch six minutes when he injured his leg when being cleared out of a ruck.
Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 5:42
'Poor comments from me' - Watson backtracks on emotional red card outburst
Scotland flanker Hamish Watson has backtracked on comments he made in the immediate aftermath of Scotland's loss to Wales at the w…
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2021, 5:36
'It should be a good show' - Wales sensation Louis Rees-Zammit ready to take on Gloucester teammate Jonny May
The Wales wing’s show-stopping performance against Scotland came just a few hours after England speedster May collected his 32nd…
PA
15 Feb 2021, 5:01
Eddie Jones admits 'jungle tiger' Kyle Sinckler's temperament is a worry
Sinckler made his first appearance of the Guinness Six Nations in Saturday’s 41-18 victory at Twickenham after completing a two-…
PA
15 Feb 2021, 4:06
Hamish Watson: 'That was a rubbish call. An absolutely dreadful call. That's not rugby, that call'
The prop was dismissed in the defeat to Wales.
PA
15 Feb 2021, 3:28
Blues cancel pre-season clash against Crusaders at Eden Park due new COVID-19 cases in Auckland
The Blues have cancelled their pre-season clash against the Crusaders at Eden Park this Saturday in the wake of three new COVID-19…
Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 0:46
Queensland youngster Fraser McReight responds after missing out on Reds captaincy to James O'Connor
Wallabies legend Tim Horan last week called for the Reds to promote promising loose forward Fraser McReight to fill the captaincy …
AAP
14 Feb 2021, 23:17
Highlanders dealt injury blow as foreign import set to miss most of Super Rugby Aotearoa
The Highlanders have been dealt an injury blow less than a fortnight out from their Super Rugby Aotearoa season-opener.
Alex McLeod
14 Feb 2021, 22:48
Best of the best: The top 10 No. 8s in Super Rugby 2021
With the kick-off of Super Rugby broadening on the horizon, a panel of RugbyPass writers have ranked the ten best No. 8s in New Ze…
Alex McLeod
14 Feb 2021, 21:28
One-test All Blacks playmaker Brett Cameron moves north for 2021 provincial season
Crusaders playmaker Brett Cameron has played his final match for Canterbury as he eyes a return to the All Blacks.
Alex McLeod
14 Feb 2021, 17:03
Ref Watch: Scottish reds, Welsh elbows, English cheap shots, Irish cynicism and why Jonny May's leap was legal
For a second consecutive weekend a sending off dominated Six Nations headlines as Scotland’s Zander Fagerson followed Ireland’…
Paul Smith
14 Feb 2021, 16:19
The unwinnable war
World Rugby is killing the game with its futile attempt to eradicate rather than reduce contact to the head.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
14 Feb 2021, 16:14
REPORT: Cautiously optimistic news emerges on Jack Willis injury
Wasps flanker Jack Willis may not have ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in England's Round 2 match with Italy at Twic…
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2021, 15:43
What Andy Farrell told a dejected Ireland changing room in aftermath of French loss
Andy Farrell’s side have suffered back-to-back defeats.
PA
14 Feb 2021, 14:17
'Tom and Jack are incredibly tight and Tom was really upset at having to witness that'
Wasps Director of Rugby Lee Blackett has lavished praise on Tom Willis, the young brother of England flanker Jack Willis, who scor…
PA
14 Feb 2021, 13:51
Glasgow Warriors sign Wallaby forward Jack Dempsey
Glasgow Warriors have landed a major coup, confirmed that Australian back-rower Jack Dempsey is heading to Scotstoun ahead of the …
PA
14 Feb 2021, 13:18
Wasps end losing streak with victory at Worcester
Worcester’s miserable run continued as they fell to a ninth successive defeat with Wasps putting their recent woes behind them a…
PA
14 Feb 2021, 13:11
Ireland's Six Nations all but over after running France close in Dublin
Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations title aspirations were prematurely ended as France underlined their status as tournament favourit…
PA
14 Feb 2021, 12:48
Irish player ratings vs France - 2021 Six Nations
They say forwards win rugby matches but this was maybe a case of Ireland's backs being unable to capitalise on their pack's domina…
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2021, 10:11
Ireland vs France LIVE | Six Nations 2021
Follow the action live right here on RugbyPass as Ireland meet France in the 2nd round of the 2021 Six Nations Championship
RugbyPass
14 Feb 2021, 9:41
Matt Dawson becomes latest big name to call for Owen Farrell to be dropped by England
Former British and Irish Lions scrum-half Matt Dawson is the latest big name in English rugby to call for skipper Owen Farrell to …
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2021, 9:11
Watson lauds Jonny May finish despite Nigel Owens stating it was illegal
May leapt almost four feet into the air to evade a despairing late cover tackle from Luca Sperandio.
PA
14 Feb 2021, 7:59
'21st century' boy Blain signs on for more with Edinburgh
Former Scotland U20s star Jack Blain has extended his contract with Edinburgh, the capital club have confirmed.
Sam Smith
14 Feb 2021, 7:03
'So sorry about what happened yesterday' - Italian flanker's message for injured Jack Willis
Italian flanker Sebastian Negri has issued a heartfelt message to England back row Jack Willis, who suffered a sickening knee inju…
PA
14 Feb 2021, 6:28
Saracens hang on to Scotland centre Duncan Taylor
Saracens have confirmed that centre Duncan Taylor has extended his contract with the North London club, with the Scotland internat…
Sam Smith
14 Feb 2021, 5:28
Reaching new heights
Test centurion Tamara Taylor talks about the highs and lows of her career
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
14 Feb 2021, 5:03
'I'm under no illusions, I'm not the same player I was at Clermont'
Clermont legend Nick Abendanon thought his career was over ten months ago but a Pro D2 adventure at Vannes has rekindled his love …
Liam Heagney
14 Feb 2021, 4:38
Fabien Galthie: Penaud picked to combat 'sector of the game we imagine the Irish will rely on'
Les Bleus will take to the field against Ireland in Dublin as tournament favourites.
PA
14 Feb 2021, 3:22
'Montpellier have all the money in the world, they can get close to success, but it was guys collecting paycheques'
In an Auckland hotel bed, Nic White stirred and reached for his mobile phone. The screen illuminated, displaying a slew of missed …
Jamie Lyall
14 Feb 2021, 3:09
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi released from Stormers contract to complete switch of clubs
2019 Rugby World Cup winning captain Siya Kolisi has parted ways with the Stormers and Western Province Rugby after an 11-year sti…
Finn Morton
14 Feb 2021, 2:20
'It's just really put new fuel in the fire for 2021' - Lachlan Swinton opens up on his red card on Wallabies debut against the All Blacks
One of those debutants was Waratahs enforcer Lachlan Swinton who became Wallaby 938 when he started at Blindside flanker in the fo…
Finn Morton
14 Feb 2021, 1:03
'That must stop': Nigel Owens takes aim at England captain Owen Farrell after his antics against Italy
Former rugby referee Nigel Owens has taken aim at England captain Owen Farrell in a passionate column written and the refereeing i…
Sam Smith
14 Feb 2021, 0:41
'It just felt that there wasn't the right angles or a proper discussion': Townsend calls into question review process after pivotal red card
Scotland were looking to build on last week’s historic Twickenham win over England and got off to the perfect start at Murrayfie…
PA
13 Feb 2021, 22:32
'On another day we win that game' - Hogg refuses to blame Fagerson red card for loss to Wales
Scotland captain Stuart Hogg refused to blame a red card to prop Zander Fagerson for the loss to Wales at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Finn Morton
13 Feb 2021, 22:17
Louis Rees-Zammit is causing a meltdown on TikTok as young ladies 'simp' over Wales' new heart-throb
Rees-Zammit's popularity is skyrocketing across multiple demographics, the most startling of which is with young females on Twitte…
Sam Smith
13 Feb 2021, 21:28
'He is going to be one of the most highly rated wingers in world rugby' - Louis Rees-Zammit put on the same level as Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe after Wales win
Welsh winger Louis Rees-Zammit has sent social media into a frenzy, with some calling him a Lions bolter after the 20-year-old sco…
Online Editors
13 Feb 2021, 20:36
Scotland fans vent as Liam Williams 'lucky' to escape on-field sanction after forearm incident
Welsh winger Liam Williams has been described as 'lucky' by Scottish fans after escaping any on-field review following an incident…
Sam Smith
13 Feb 2021, 19:17
Reformed bad boy to lead Queensland Reds as interim captain
James O'Connor will serve as the Queensland Reds' interim captain this Super Rugby AU season in the latest endorsement of the re…
AAP
13 Feb 2021, 17:49
Owen Farrell's pitchside reaction after 'some honest conversations' got England back on track
Captain Owen Farrell was delighted England were back to playing like themselves, when questioned pitchside immediately after their…
PA
13 Feb 2021, 16:28
Harlequins make it three wins on the bounce with victory over Leicester
Tries from Mike Brown, Marcus Smith, Andre Esterhuizen and Louis Lynagh helped Harlequins beat Leicester to make it three wins on …
PA
13 Feb 2021, 15:52
'Phenomenal' - Exeter Chiefs' Ali Hepher hails former British and Irish Lions winger Alex Cutbert
Exeter Chiefs' assistant coach Ali Hepher praised the performances of former Wales wing Alex Cuthbert, whose excellent solo try ma…
PA
13 Feb 2021, 15:47
'The laws should change NOW' - calls for action after 'horrible' Jack Willis injury
There have been calls to change the laws around 'crocodile rolls' and 'can opener' rucking after a nasty looking injury to England…
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2021, 15:19
'Smart way to finish. Absolutely brilliant': England's response to Jonny May's try-scoring acrobatics
Jonny May took a big leap at Twickenham to score against Italy and fire his way into second place on the all-time England try-scor…
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 15:19
'Harsh' - Zander Fagerson red card has divided opinion, splitting pundits online
A red card for Scottish prop Zander Fagerson - which once again skewed a Six Nations match in favour of Wales - has split rugby op…
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2021, 14:53
Eddie Jones' reaction to England shockingly falling behind to minnows Italy
England eventually beat Italy by a 23-point margin but the defending champions were sucker-punched in the opening minutes by Monty…
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 14:31
14-man Scotland undone by Louis Rees-Zammit in thrilling Wales comeback win
Scotland hopes were wrecked when Zander Fagerson was sent off for a dangerous clear-out and Wales ruthlessly exploited their man a…
PA
13 Feb 2021, 14:26
Scotland player ratings vs Wales - 2021 Six Nations
Scotland player ratings: Scotland were unable to back up their Calcutta Cup win of last weekend as they fell to Wales at Murrayfie…
Gavin Harper
13 Feb 2021, 14:15
Joe Simmonds left dazed as Exeter brush aside 14-man London Irish
Sam Simmonds bagged two tries as Exeter saw off 14-man London Irish but his brother Joe missed the second half at Sandy Park.
PA
13 Feb 2021, 14:01
'That's up to the referee to interpret': Eddie Jones on the crocodile roll that seriously injured Jack Willis
England boss Eddie Jones has reacted to the sickening knee injury suffered by Jack Willis in the Six Nations win over Italy.
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 12:55
Wales player ratings vs Scotland - 2021 Six Nations
Wales player ratings: You sensed Wales came to Scotland with their tails up but little did they know they would they once against …
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2021, 12:15
RECAP: Scotland vs Wales LIVE | Six Nations 2021
Follow the action live right here on RugbyPass as Scotland face Wales in the 2nd round of the 2021 Six Nations Championship.
RugbyPass
13 Feb 2021, 11:52
Jonny May soars for England but Willis injury mars victory over Italy
Jonny May accelerated clear as England’s second-highest try-scorer with a stunning finish as Italy fell to a 41-18 Guinness Six …
PA
13 Feb 2021, 11:40
England player ratings vs Italy - 2021 Six Nations
England player ratings from their 41-18 win over Italy at Twickenham in the 2021 Six Nations, as they earned some much-needed mome…
Alex Shaw
13 Feb 2021, 11:20
'Terrible call' - Owen Farrell appears to get off Scot-free after latest questionable hit
Owen Farrell is the subject of debate yet again online after the England centre appeared to get away with a hit that left both he …
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2021, 10:57
11th-hour Ireland cover call-ups for John Cooney and the uncapped Harry Byrne
Amid fear their four selected half-backs versus France could pull up injured pre-game, Ireland have called in John Cooney and Harr…
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 10:27
'Ludicrous' - Jonny May's airborne finish has England fans going nuts online
Flying wing Jonny May has the internet salivating once again after a phenomenal finish extended England's lead over Italy at Twick…
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2021, 10:21
'Gripping start to this wooden spoon decider' - Italy shock England with outstanding try after just 3 minutes
Those forecasting an English hammering of Guinness Six Nations whipping boys Italy were given a rude awakening when a fired-up Azz…
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2021, 9:44
Depleted Worcester face 'big challenge' as they look to end rotten run
Jamie Shillcock will make his first Gallagher Premiership start in almost a year when depleted Worcester host Wasps bidding to end…
PA
13 Feb 2021, 8:55
White: Finn guided Scotland can storm crowd-less Paris
Former Scotland captain Jason White has said that his country’s Calcutta Cup win will have given them the confidence to face Fra…
Josh Raisey
13 Feb 2021, 8:10
'They were all coming back just hating it, it was just an absolute slog but I get a feeling this is different now'
Nick Abendanon used to regularly heard gripes about the France set-up from his old Clermont teammates but those criticisms have st…
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 7:27
England's top clubs facing 50 per cent cut in RFU central funding
English rugby’s top clubs are bracing themselves for a potential cut of 50 per cent in Rugby Football Union (RFU) central fundin…
Chris Jones
13 Feb 2021, 6:29
'Whether his focus is to prove people right or wrong, whatever his driver is it's working very well for him'
It's nearly three years since Sam Simmonds was last capped by England but his try-scoring Exeter form is showing up Test pick Bill…
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 5:38
How Italy boss Franco Smith is describing the task of playing England in Twickenham
An array of grim statistics point to a harrowing afternoon in store when Italy face England at Twickenham.
PA
13 Feb 2021, 5:35
Nigel Owens: Red card could haunt rest of Peter O'Mahony's career
Referee Nigel Owens backs referee Wayne Barnes decision to red card Ireland's Peter O'Mahony in last weekend's Guinness Six Nation…
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2021, 5:07
Double trouble, naughty rucking, six-day turnarounds and very different MOTMs... the build-up to Scotland vs Wales
Unless the encounter is drawn, Scotland or Wales will head into round three in a few weeks' time with a Grand Slam still in their …
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 4:52
'We haven't had the rub of the green' - Gloucester plans unchanged by decision to scrap relegation
Gloucester head coach George Skivington insisted his plans for the season are unaffected by the removal of relegation after the Ga…
PA
13 Feb 2021, 4:13
'Eddie calls him sardines. I don't know why' - Ellis Genge breathlessly describes the personality of each of England's props
The England props are a diverse group of personalities and Ellis Genge has filmed a Reservoir Dogs style piece to give insight on …
Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 4:00
RECAP: England vs Italy LIVE | Six Nations 2021
Follow all the action live on RugbyPass as England host Italy in the 2nd round of the 2021 Six Nations Championship.
RugbyPass
13 Feb 2021, 3:55
Mitch Hunt opens up on the clash of cultures between the Highlanders and Crusaders
A year after his move south from the Crusaders to the Highlanders, Mitch Hunt has opened up on the contrasting cultures that drive…
Sam Smith
13 Feb 2021, 0:18
Chiefs pick up wins over Blues and Hurricanes in pre-season game-of-three-halves
The Chiefs have returned from last year's winless Super Rugby Aotearoa campaign with two first-up pre-season victories over the Bl…
Sam Smith
12 Feb 2021, 22:03
Report: Former All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams set for return to boxing after six-year hiatus
Former All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams is in line to return to the boxing ring for the first time since 2015, according to a r…
Sam Smith
12 Feb 2021, 21:05
Crusaders come from behind to snatch unlikely pre-season victory over Highlanders
The Crusaders have fought back from a 26-point half-time deficit to defeat the Highlanders 28-26 and reclaim the Farmlands Cup in …
Alex McLeod
12 Feb 2021, 20:10
Bath end six-game Premiership losing streak with victory at Sale
Bath eased the pressure on director of rugby Stuart Hooper as they ended a run of six successive defeats with a 27-22 win over Sal…
PA
12 Feb 2021, 18:54
Taking the hot seat
Andy Marinos has jumped from Sanzaar to Rugby Australia with plans to rebuild the game and the Wallabies.
LONG READ
Christy Doran
12 Feb 2021, 18:39
Bristol overcome injuries to edge victory at bottom club Gloucester
Santiago Carreras scored two superb first-half tries but it was not enough to earn bottom club Gloucester victory over injury-rava…
PA
12 Feb 2021, 17:19
The renaissance man
After a false start with England on their 2018 tour to South Africa, Jonny Hill is making up for lost time
LONG READ
Owain Jones
12 Feb 2021, 17:10
Andy Farrell is being praised online for one particular selection call after Wales defeat
Andy Farrell’s decision to back Billy Burns this week against France in the Guinness Six Nations has been praised by the Irish p…
Josh Raisey
12 Feb 2021, 14:15
'Exactly right decision' - How English rugby has responded to scrapping relegation
The RFU’s decision to scrap relegation in the Gallagher Premiership this season has been met with support from figures across th…
Josh Raisey
12 Feb 2021, 14:01
Why Ireland are backing Billy Burns for start a week after shock error against Wales
It's been a roller coaster few days for Billy Burns, getting hammered for last Sunday's error as a sub to now starting for Ireland…
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 13:45
'You can't give a guy like him time and space because he's going to cause some problems'
Hogg led Scotland to their first win at Twickenham since 1983 last weekend.
PA
12 Feb 2021, 12:45
Former England prop Cole set for major Leicester Tigers career milestone
Former England and British and Irish Lions prop Dan Cole is poised to make his 250th appearance for Leicester in Saturday’s Gall…
PA
12 Feb 2021, 12:28
REPORT: Bath lock Elliott Stooke charged with drink driving
Bath lock Elliott Stooke has been charged with drink driving following a road traffic incident that ultimately led to the revelati…
Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2021, 12:20
Stats and snapshots: episode one
How did Scotland's matador, Finn Russell, toy with the English defence? What must Eddie Jones do next? Rob Vickerman reveals all.
LONG READ
Andy Clarke
12 Feb 2021, 12:19
RFU scrap relegation for 2021, Premiership goes to 13 teams
There will be no relegation from the Gallagher Premiership or the RFU Championship in 2021, it has been decided.
Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2021, 9:58
'It was a bit weird' - How Alun Wyn Jones and Jake Ball burried the hatchet in 'awkward' behind the scenes moment
Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones and Jake Ball have metaphorically kissed and made-up after their behind the scenes bust-up last week …
Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2021, 9:37
Vote of confidence for struggling Gloucester boss George Skivington
First-time head coach George Skivington has received a vote of confidence from a rival as bottom side Gloucester host high-flying …
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 9:04
The crazy odds one bookie has against England's losing to Italy and 4 other major talking points
Eddie Jones’ side lost to Scotland in their opener.
PA
12 Feb 2021, 8:14
'It stunk on so many grounds': Farrell bites back over French attack on Sexton
Before Johnny Sexton was ruled out by Ireland medics, his health was subject to negative comments in France from two neurologists.
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 8:03
Every lineup for Round 2 of the 2021 Guinness Six Nations
All the starting line-ups from Round 2 of the Guinness Six Nations, as England tee up Italy, Wales face Scotland and Ireland take …
PA
12 Feb 2021, 7:51
France make two changes for Sunday's clash with Ireland
Fabien Galthie has named his France team for their showdown with Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin this weekend.
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 6:53
Four changes for Ireland including fresh set of half-backs
Beaten by Wales last Sunday in Cardiff, Andy Farrell has named the Ireland team that will look to pick up the pieces versus France…
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 6:35
Newcastle vs Saints cancelled after outbreak at Falcons
Premiership Rugby have confirmed that Newcastle Falcons’ Gallagher Premiership Rugby match against Northampton Saints at Frankli…
Sam Smith
12 Feb 2021, 6:26
How Bristol have rated 19-year-old Ioan Lloyd in his two Premiership starts at No10
With Callum Sheedy away with Wales, 19-year-old Ioan Lloyd has been the Bristol No10 for his first time in recent Premiership matc…
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 5:48
Tables Turned
George Turner began the season as Scotland's third-choice hooker. He started 2021 by conquering Twickenham. This is his story.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
12 Feb 2021, 5:37
'He's the one we're going for' - Ireland will target 'world's best player' Antoine Dupont
Scrum-half Dupont has received widespread adulation for his electric performances.
PA
12 Feb 2021, 5:19
Exeter's comeback update on Jack Nowell 16 weeks after the England winger last played a match
It was October 24, in the Premiership final win over Wasps, when Jack Nowell played his last match for Exeter before toe ligament …
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 5:02
US sharpshooter MacGinty rates England's rising No.10s and picks his heir to the flyhalf throne
USA Eagles outside half AJ MacGinty is enjoying an outstanding season with Sale Sharks and is uniquely qualified to run the rule o…
Chris Jones
12 Feb 2021, 4:50
SA Rugby rejig Super Rugby Unlocked to prepare players for British and Irish Lions tour
SA Rugby have confirmed the kick-off of the 2021 season with a number of preparation fixtures for eight provincial teams
Sam Smith
12 Feb 2021, 4:13
'We want him to be a 50-cap player': The England verdict on their axing of Ollie Lawrence
Ollie Lawrence has paid a heavy price for defeat to Scotland, but England coach Eddie Jones believes the axe will be a long-term p…
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 4:10
Wallabies star Dane Haylett-Petty doesn't know when he will next play due concussion concerns
The Melbourne Rebels will be without captain Dane Haylett-Petty for their opening match of the season as he continues to work his …
Sam Smith
12 Feb 2021, 1:29
Best of the best: The top 10 halfbacks in Super Rugby 2021
With the kick-off of Super Rugby broadening on the horizon, a panel of RugbyPass writers have ranked the ten best halfbacks in New…
Alex McLeod
11 Feb 2021, 23:17
Hurricanes name All Blacks midfielder in squad to face Chiefs and Blues as Julian Savea completes comeback
Julian Savea will captain the Hurricanes this weekend in his first match for the franchise since leaving for Toulon in 2018.
Sam Smith
11 Feb 2021, 19:58
Brian O'Driscoll on the pain of being dropped from the Lions
Tune on in as Brian O'Driscoll shares his memories on the pain of being dropped from the Lions.
Sam Smith
11 Feb 2021, 17:12
Eddie Jones' most bizarre reason yet why England lost to Scotland
The fallout from last weekend's shock loss has been difficult for England and Eddie Jones has now given another layer to the post-…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 17:00
Hurricanes name Ardie Savea as captain for 2021 Super Rugby season
Ardie Savea has been named as captain of the Hurricanes for the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season.
Online Editors
11 Feb 2021, 16:53
Shane Williams: 'I am fully confident that Wales can beat Scotland at Murrayfield'
Former wing Williams believes Wayne Pivac will challenge his players to go on and win the championship.
PA
11 Feb 2021, 15:41
Under the spotlight
Under fire Eddie Jones has reverted to type for the Italy game among calls of conservatism
LONG READ
Sam Peters
11 Feb 2021, 15:24
Wales shed light on why they have chosen uncapped Halaholo rather than recall popular veteran Roberts
Uncapped Willis Halaholo has been called up to the Wales bench for Saturday, a decision likely to upset fans wanting Jamie Roberts…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 14:44
England centre Joseph among three suspended for breaching Covid protocols in same incident
Three Gallagher Premiership players have been given suspension after they were found to have breached UK government protocols.
Ian Cameron
11 Feb 2021, 14:24
'I don't want the Bears organisation to be reliant on any individual'
Irresistible Semi Radradra will be sidelined until April at the earliest and Pat Lam is keen for Bristol to show they are not a on…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 13:53
'You guys want athletes to have opinions and then when they do a lot of people are shot in the foot for it'
England wing Anthony Watson has hit back at critics of players taking a knee and those who didn’t in support of the Black Live M…
Chris Jones
11 Feb 2021, 11:36
Josh Macleod's joy and despair: Back row stretchered off at training 30 minutes after being told he would debut for Wales
Josh Macleod experiencd an incredible 30 minutes on Wednesday, going from being told he would debut for Wales to suffering a serio…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 11:17
Italy mimic England selection with recalls and positional selection for Twickenham
Italy have recalled experienced duo Carlo Canna and Andrea Lovotti to their starting XV for Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clas…
PA
11 Feb 2021, 11:13
Sam Warburton poses arguably Warren Gatland's biggest Lions selection dilemma
Two-time British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton believes the Guinness Six Nations has three world-class openside flankers.
Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2021, 9:53
Cameron Redpath's 2021 Six Nations could be over after just one Scotland game
Test debut star Cameron Redpath presented with an injury last Sunday that Scotland haven't been able to put a definite timeframe o…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 9:53
'That's rough' - The Eddie Jones' selection sacrifice that's upset England fans
Eddie Jones’ England squad to face Italy this Saturday was always going to cause debate after such a poor showing against Scotla…
Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2021, 9:35
England explain reverting back to Ford and dropping half of their beaten Six Nations pack
Beaten England have outlined the reasons why they have dropped one-third of the starting Six Nations XV ambushed last weekend by S…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 8:53
Dragons' PRO14 match at home to Edinburgh postponed but this time it's not covid
Edinburgh’s Guinness PRO14 match against Dragons has been postponed because of a frozen pitch. The rearranged game was scheduled…
PA
11 Feb 2021, 7:50
Former Saints wing's warning for England as they face rising star of Italian rugby
Two English expats in Italy have had their say ahead of Saturday’s Six Nations match at Twickenham.
PA
11 Feb 2021, 7:48
Scotland make three injury-enforced changes to their team to play Wales
Fresh from their incredible win away to England, Scotland have named their team for the round two Murrayfield clash with Wales thi…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 7:20
Wales make five changes for Saturday's round two trip to Scotland
Beating Ireland in round one was a massive boost for Wayne Pivac who has now picked his Wales team for round two away to Scotland.…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 7:08
England make five changes for their round two game with Italy
Ambushed in round one by Scotland, Eddie Jones has named the England team for their round two match at Twickenham versus Italy.
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 6:05
REPORT: Five clubs now chasing Danny Cipriani signature
Five clubs in three leagues are said to be interested in signing ex-England ace Danny Cipriani - Sky Sports are reporting.
Ian Cameron
11 Feb 2021, 5:30
'It's very hard for me because I don't want to go against those guys... the way we're looked after now is very different'
The fly-half remains a doubt for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with France.
PA
11 Feb 2021, 4:26
'I guess his wife is there to do that for him and my job is to give him a little prod.'
Rehabilitation on an Achilles injury saw the 30-year-old miss last weekend’s shock 11-6 defeat at home to Scotland in the Guinne…
PA
10 Feb 2021, 23:10
Super Rugby's most storied rivalry prepares for its annual off-road experience
That will hold true again this Friday when the two sides etch another chapter into the history books as the Farmlands Cup goes up …
Alex McLeod
10 Feb 2021, 22:14
'Just give George the ball and see what he can do': Justin Tipuric hails 'absolute freak' George North ahead of his 100th Wales cap
North, who suffered a scratched eye against Ireland last weekend, could reach a century of caps for his country when Wales tackle …
PA
10 Feb 2021, 21:56
'I didn't want to die wondering': A season of significance for Brad Weber in a crowded All Blacks scrum halves fight
Then came the end to a difficult 2020 season, and the decision over what to do when his existing contract expired. The decision wa…
Michael Pulman
10 Feb 2021, 21:25
'No one is near him at the moment': Aaron Smith names halfback rival as the world's best player right now
Dupont has been on the rise since ousting Morgan Parra as France's number one halfback during the 2019 Six Nations and leapfroggin…
Sam Smith
10 Feb 2021, 20:56
'Action, options and less dead time': Super Rugby AU adopt more NRL-like law changes to speed up the game
They will remain in 2021, but with some tweaks, when the season begins next Friday under a new broadcast deal that includes games …
AAP
10 Feb 2021, 16:57
The 8 England changes Eddie Jones should make for Italy - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones needs to take the shackles off this England team and make up to eight changes in his XV for this weekend's game agains…
Andy Goode
10 Feb 2021, 14:24
Aaron Smith's verdict on scrum-half rival Antoine Dupont
It takes a heck of a lot to impress an All Black but scrum-half Aaron Smith is flabbergasted by the current form of Antoine Dupont…
Josh Raisey
10 Feb 2021, 13:50
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 16: Calcutta Cup, unsung heroes, Twitter trolling and North vs Ritchie
We're back with RugbyPass Offload - Episode 16 to review Scotland's historic Calcutta Cup with Ryan Wilson and Dylan Hartley.
RugbyPass
10 Feb 2021, 13:29
'Think how aggressive he used to be in tackling and smashing people': Ex-England international claims Farrell isn't the feared player he once was
Owen Farrell was red-carded in September and ex-England out-half Andy Goode believes fear of more cards has drained his tackling p…
Liam Heagney
10 Feb 2021, 13:06
Irish suffer second Wallabies blow this week with Coleman now out injured
Having had Sekope Kepu quit the club at the start the week, London Irish have been handed another Wallabies blow with injury to Ad…
Chris Jones
10 Feb 2021, 10:58
'You must give credit to what Scotland did': Proudfoot holds hands up after England defeat
Losing last Saturday has been a bitter pill for England to swallow but assistant coach Matt Proudfoot won't begrudge Scotland thei…
PA
10 Feb 2021, 10:07
Sexton slams French doctor's claim that he has suffered '30 concussions'
A doctor in France has made what Ireland skipper Johnny Sexton has branded as "highly inaccurate" claims about his concussion reco…
PA
10 Feb 2021, 9:33
Wasps sign second Cornish Pirates player on a short-term deal inside a week
Test call-ups and injuries have left Lee Blackett searching for cover and Alex Schwarz is the second short-term Wasps arrival from…
Sam Smith
10 Feb 2021, 9:15
The next frontier
If rugby is serious about broadening its appeal then it needs to learn from NFL.
LONG READ
Laura-Jane Jones
10 Feb 2021, 7:37
Wales draft in uncapped Willis Halaholo
Juggling a lengthy injury list after last Sunday's win over Ireland, Wales boss Wayne Pivac has called up uncapped centre Willis H…
PA
10 Feb 2021, 7:26
The Exeter reaction to having Harry Williams back after latest England axe
Exeter's Harry Williams earned his 19th England cap last weekend but he has been cut from the squad by Eddie Jones for the game ve…
Liam Heagney
10 Feb 2021, 7:10
Agustin Creevy extends his short-term deal at London Irish
Veteran Argentina hooker Agustin Creevy is hoping his London Irish contract extension will pave the way for him to make the next W…
Sam Smith
10 Feb 2021, 6:32
Marcus Smith signs long-term Harlequins contract extension
Months of speculation linking Marcus Smith to a switch to France or a rival Premiership club have now ended with his new Harlequin…
Liam Heagney
10 Feb 2021, 6:00
Rugby Pod's damning England verdict: 'There is no free-thinking in there at all and that comes from having a coach like Eddie Jones'
The Rugby Pod have not held back in their criticism of last weekend's defeat for England, blaming Eddie Jones for how it all unrav…
Liam Heagney
10 Feb 2021, 5:39
Crusaders curse continues as loose forward stocks hit by pre-season injury ahead of Highlanders clash
Crusaders loose forward Tom Sanders, the man who caught many an eye during last year's North v South clash, will be sidelined for …
Sam Smith
09 Feb 2021, 22:48
Red and black and black and blue
After a year blighted by injury, Quinten Strange is ready to reaffirm his place in the pecking order.
LONG READ
Tom Vinicombe
09 Feb 2021, 22:32
'I've never seen him play': Tony Brown's surprise admission as Highlanders name side to face Crusaders
Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has made a surprising admission after naming a mix-and-match team to take on the Crusaders this …
Alex McLeod
09 Feb 2021, 21:15
Introducing the Chiefs' latest No 10 prodigy that spent five years playing First XV rugby
At 20 years of age, Rivez Reihana may look like a boy amongst men when he runs onto the park for the Chiefs. It won't take long fo…
Tom Vinicombe
09 Feb 2021, 17:01
Jones strenuously defends under-fire Farrell, insisting England are not in any slump
Eddie Jones faced media three days after the shock England loss to Scotland and he vigorously defended the reputation of skipper O…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 17:00
'The last third of my career': All Blacks star Brodie Retallick reveals surprise retirement plan
Brodie Retallick has indicated his days in an All Blacks jersey are numbered as a return to New Zealand rugby looms.
Online Editors
09 Feb 2021, 16:44
Former All Black Richard Kahui dots down twice in Western Force pre-season match with Brumbies
The Western Force’s first hit-out for 2021 saw a number of new recruits stake their claim for a starting spot in next week’s s…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2021, 15:32
Uncapped All Blacks lock inks new deal to stay in New Zealand through to 2023
Another All Black has committed himself to New Zealand rugby until 2023.
Sam Smith
09 Feb 2021, 15:08
Red-carded O'Mahony banned until round five of the Six Nations
Peter O'Mahony was red-carded by Wayne Barned early in the first half in Cardiff and will now miss the next three Ireland matches.…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 13:52
'Captain's challenge' among the latest law innovations adopted by Super Rugby
The new Super Rugby campaigns will start later this month in New Zealand and Australia with some interesting law variations being …
Sam Smith
09 Feb 2021, 13:27
Dan Lydiate's emotional message to Wales fans after likely season-ending injury confirmed
After 27 months out of the Wales team, last Sunday's comeback by back row Dan Lydiate lasted just a dozen minutes as he injured hi…
Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2021, 12:57
Wasps tackle online bullies after Jacob Umaga deactivates his Instagram account
It has been a difficult few weeks for Jacob Umaga and Wasps are sticking up for him after he took drastic action on social media. …
Chris Jones
09 Feb 2021, 12:23
Eddie Jones' latest take on England's failure: 'There is five million situations in the game, we don't coach five million situations'
Beaten England boss Eddie Jones has held a media conference three days after the shock Six Nations ambush by Scotland at Twickenha…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 11:59
125kg Wales prospect Carwyn Tuipulotu has signed his first professional contract
The son of Tongan international Kati Tuipulotu, 125kg back row Carwyn has been making a name for himself this season at PRO14 Scar…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 10:32
Worcester issue statement in response to Fatialofa tweet over unpaid medical bills
Michael Fatialofa was hit with a six-figure medical bill in July last year and his Tuesday morning tweet generated a response from…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 9:21
Confirmed: Wales face major rejig as 4 starters versus Ireland ruled out of Scotland match
Sunday's Six Nations win for Wales over Ireland has come at a heavy price as four starters have been ruled out of round two select…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 8:59
Stricken Cheetahs lose prop Boan Venter to Edinburgh
There is no end yet in sight to the break-up of the Cheetahs, Edinburgh signing Boan Venter the latest to leave for a contract in …
Sam Smith
09 Feb 2021, 7:42
Fatialofa tweet raises fresh concerns over hefty medical treatment bill
Concerns last year over a massive unpaid medical treatment bill have remerged after a tweet by Michael Fatialofa, the ex-Worcester…
Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2021, 7:12
England add two forwards to their Six Nations squad to take on Italy
Ambushed in the opening round of the Six Nations by Scotland, England have made two changes to their round two squad to face Italy…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 6:38
Ireland add two forwards to their squad to face France
Ireland have reacted to the opening round Six Nations defeat to Wales by calling up two Leinster forwards for the round two game w…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 6:15
Lost for words
A painful inquest will be underway for a side who woefully underperformed against Scotland
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
09 Feb 2021, 5:42
Gigena signs on at London Irish a day after Leicester release confirmed
It was Monday when Leicester announced the exits of Facundo Gigena and Blake Enever and the Argentine prop has now signed with Lon…
Sam Smith
09 Feb 2021, 5:27
5 things to watch going into Six Nations round two... including Jones' selection, desperate Italy and power of Scotland
Round one of the Six Nations certainly whet the appetite and there are many areas of intrigue ahead in next weekend's round two.
PA
09 Feb 2021, 4:50
Six times rugby teammates squared up behind the scenes
Wales rugby captain Alun Wyn Jones sported a shiner last weekend courtesy of teammate Jake Ball after the pair had a behind the sc…
Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2021, 4:20
'It would be a great call': Wallabies great Tim Horan calls on rising star to take over Reds captaincy
Tim Horan has endorsed an emerging Wallabies back-rower to fill the void left by the injured Liam Wright as Queensland Reds captai…
AAP
08 Feb 2021, 23:09
Los Pumas star named to start for Western Force in pre-season clash with Brumbies
All four of the Western Force's Argentine recruits could make their debuts for the side against the Brumbies on Tuesday.
Sam Smith
08 Feb 2021, 22:58
All Blacks rise up World Rugby rankings following Scotland victory over England
England have lost their status as the world's second-ranked side following their Six Nations defeat to Scotland on Saturday.
Alex McLeod
08 Feb 2021, 21:47
Rugby's most prominent figures call for calm over Billy Burns' mistake as Irish flyhalf is swamped on social media
Ireland's replacement flyhalf Billy Burns came on with his side chasing the lead in the final quarter of their Six Nations clash i…
Online Editors
08 Feb 2021, 20:53
Best of the best: The top 10 flyhalves in Super Rugby 2021
With the kick-off of Super Rugby broadening on the horizon, a panel of RugbyPass writers have ranked the ten best flyhalves in New…
Alex McLeod
08 Feb 2021, 20:17
'Right the wrongs of last time': Wyn Jones looking to avenge autumn defeat when Wales take on Scotland
Scotland celebrated a first victory in Wales for 18 years in October with a 14-10 win in Llanelli.
PA
08 Feb 2021, 19:59
Why Dane Coles is the kind of man that the All Blacks, and NZR, need to keep around
As rugby becomes more professional and goes further down an NFL-type model, with more coaches and support staff and a greater comp…
Hamish Bidwell
08 Feb 2021, 19:55
Merit or geography? NZR seek input from fans on future of provincial competition
For the second time in the space of a year, New Zealand Rugby have sought input from fans concerning the future of the game.
Tom Vinicombe
08 Feb 2021, 18:34
Jamie Ritchie addresses 'kneegate' row and explains why most Scotland players didn't take a knee
Scotland forward Jamie Ritchie insists he showed full support to anti-racism messages at Twickenham after being criticised for not…
PA
08 Feb 2021, 14:44
Maggie Alphonsi responds after weekend of online abuse
Maggie Alphonsi has shown her gratitude for the support she has received following sexist abuse over the weekend.
Josh Raisey
08 Feb 2021, 14:26
'Mental' - The best viral video reactions as Scotland toppled England
Scotland’s victory over England on Saturday was a result as unfamiliar as this current Covid-19 Six Nations.
Josh Raisey
08 Feb 2021, 13:58
Final push
Rugged All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick is eyeing the 2023 World Cup as his international swansong.
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Tom Vinicombe
08 Feb 2021, 13:18
Why the calls to get 'X-factor' Harry Byrne into the Ireland team are only growing louder
The 21-year-old out-half has been one of Leinster's most impressive performers in the Guinness Pro14 this season.
Ciarán Kennedy
08 Feb 2021, 12:57
Tortured souls
Andy Farrell's Ireland team seem to be trapped between heaven and hell
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Garry Doyle
08 Feb 2021, 12:06
New Women's Six Nations format could be trial run for male equivalent
Horrific sexist, racist, homophobic and misogynistic abuse experienced by the pundits and commentators of Saturday’s Six Nations…
Jess Hayden
08 Feb 2021, 12:04
London Scottish bow out as fixtures for 2020/21 Championship season revealed
The league also confirmed it is hoped to stream "as many of the matches as possible" given the ongoing absence of supporters at sp…
Sam Smith
08 Feb 2021, 11:24
'He is a different person' - Sanderson calls on Eddie Jones to end Yarde's four year England exile
Sale boss Alex Sanderson believes wing Marland Yarde is “playing the rugby of his life” and deserves to end a four-year exile …
Chris Jones
08 Feb 2021, 10:53
London Irish confirm Sekope Kepu has left club for 'personal reasons'
The Australia international joined London Irish during the 2019/20 season, making the move from Super Rugby’s NSW Waratahs. 
Ciarán Kennedy
08 Feb 2021, 10:31
Six Nations: Team of round one
After a rout in Rome, a hoodoo shattered, and a needle-laden Cardiff tussle, The XV picks out the stars of the opening round of th…
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Jamie Lyall
08 Feb 2021, 10:00
Just one Englishman makes cut as McGeechan floods his Lions XV with Scots
British and Irish Lions guru Sir Ian McGeechan has rewarded form and selected no less than eight Scottish players into his latest …
Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2021, 8:58
Eight Scotland players who massively boosted their Lions chances in Twickenham
With their landmark win over England, a bevy of Scotland players have massively boosted their chances of making the British and Ir…
Josh Raisey
08 Feb 2021, 8:15
Leicester Tigers cut two internationals from their books
Leicester Tigers have parted company with two internationals forwards mid-season, releasing the pair early from their contracts as…
Sam Smith
08 Feb 2021, 7:27
The day Dylan Hartley swung on teammate to make him a better player
Ben Foden recalled the training ground incident speaking on the latest episode of the RugbyPass Offload podcast.
Ciarán Kennedy
08 Feb 2021, 6:27
Ref Watch: Wayne Barnes' reaction to doling out red card told own story
In a new feature, former referee Paul Smith looks at the refereeing performances of officials during each Six Nations match. Welco…
Paul Smith
08 Feb 2021, 5:58
Transfer twist as Mulipola to stay at Newcastle despite Grenoble unveiling him as new signing
Logovi'i Mulipola will be staying at Newcastle Falcons the club have confirmed, despite Grenoble revealing him as a new signing la…
RugbyPass
08 Feb 2021, 5:18
Eddie Jones to oversee 'forensic' inquest into malfunctioning England
Jones’ side were stunned 11-6 as the Scots secured a first win at Twickenham since 1983.
PA
08 Feb 2021, 4:59
'We could be top of the table next week' - Sexton says Ireland can still win Six Nations
The early dismissal of flanker Peter O’Mahony contributed heavily to Sunday’s frustrating loss to Wales.
PA
08 Feb 2021, 4:25
The Samoan international set for Brumbies comeback after six years away from Super Rugby
When the Brumbies run out to face the Western Force in their sole pre-season clash of the year on Tuesday, the reigning Super Rugb…
Alex McLeod
07 Feb 2021, 23:46
'The worst I have ever seen England play': Sir Clive Woodward issues his former side a scathing rebuke
Former England head coach Sir Clive Woodward has issued his former side a scathing rebuke in the wake of their shock defeat to Sco…
Sam Smith
07 Feb 2021, 21:48
Reds captain Liam Wright dealt injury blow on eve of Super Rugby AU kick-off
The Queensland Reds have been dealt a significant injury blow as their captain Liam Wright will be sidelined for most of Super Rug…
AAP
07 Feb 2021, 18:48
Teenage playmaker to start in stacked Brumbies pre-season side to face Western Force
Brumbies coach Dan McKellar has handed the playmaking reins to teenager Reesjan Pasitoa who will start at flyhalf against the West…
Sam Smith
07 Feb 2021, 17:55
Cameron Redpath reveals the major role Stuart Hogg played in him choosing Scotland
The 21-year-old Bath centre starred on his international debut in the 11-6 win over England at Twickenham.
PA
07 Feb 2021, 17:13
'Madness': How the media reacted to Peter O'Mahony's red card in Ireland's Six Nations defeat to Wales
"Madness" is the way one headline put it, as a red card against Ireland helped under-siege Kiwi coach Wayne Pivac to his best win …
Sam Smith
07 Feb 2021, 17:00
'Pete's hurting at this moment in time' - Ireland back row O'Mahony 'gutted'
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell had spoken of laying down a marker at the Principality Stadium but his game plan was swiftly disru…
PA
07 Feb 2021, 15:40
Wayne Pivac counts heavy physical cost of Wales' bruising victory over Ireland
The New Zealander was finally able to celebrate a notable win as Wales head coach.
PA
07 Feb 2021, 15:18
Ref Watch: Andrew Brace not at fault, England were
In a new feature, former referee Paul Smith looks at the refereeing performances of officials during each Six Nations match. Welco…
Paul Smith
07 Feb 2021, 14:56
Scottish Rugby issue statement after backlash over players taking a knee or not
The Scottish Rugby Union insists it stands firmly behind the fight against racism after just four players choosing to take the kne…
PA
07 Feb 2021, 14:25
'They're just not good enough' - Warburton calls for Italy to face Six Nations relegation playoff
Sam Warburton has lost patience with Italy, suggesting that the Azzurri must now face a relegation playoff to justify their ongoin…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2021, 13:10
Ireland player ratings vs Wales | 2021 Six Nations
It was a frustrating Six Nations day in Cardiff yet again for beaten Ireland and their inconsistencies were mirrored in the player…
Liam Heagney
07 Feb 2021, 12:53
Wales hang on to thrilling but ugly win over 14-man Ireland
Ireland had Peter O’Mahony sent off early in the contest.
PA
07 Feb 2021, 12:49
Wales player ratings vs Ireland | 2021 Six Nations
Wales player ratings: Both sides came into this fixture with plenty to prove, but the stakes were always going to higher for Wales…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2021, 12:26
'So dumb' - No sympathy as Peter O'Mahony becomes first Irish player to be red carded in the Six Nations
There was very little sympathy online for Ireland flanker Peter O'Mahony who was sent off for head-high contact with Wales prop To…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2021, 10:48
Recap: Wales vs Ireland | 2021 Six Nations
Follow all the action live on RugbyPass as Wales host Ireland in the opening round of the 2021 Six Nations Championship.
Sam Smith
07 Feb 2021, 8:02
Maro Itoje: England players 'the ones responsible'
Gregor Townsend’s side produced a shock 11-6 win at Twickenham in their Six Nations opener.
PA
07 Feb 2021, 8:02
Simon Berghan becomes latest Scotland prop to leave Edinburgh for Glassgow
Glasgow Warriors have signed yet another Scotland prop from local rivals Edinburgh. Prop Simon Berghan has become the latest playe…
Sam Smith
07 Feb 2021, 7:27
REPORT: Alun Wyn Jones punched in training ground incident
Welsh skipper Alun Wyn Jones will take to the field with a black eye after getting punched in a training ground incident.
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2021, 7:12
'Clueless' - Lawrence Dallaglio leads condemnation as Sunday papers tear into England
Former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio led the condemnation of a “clueless” 11-6 defeat by Scotland as Eddie Jones’ champ…
PA
07 Feb 2021, 6:29
'Enough is enough' - Mike Brown wants Owen Farrell dropped
Mike Brown believes it is time that his former teammate, Owen Farrell, is dropped by Eddie Jones to give England's dangerous backl…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2021, 5:51
Scotland's madcap, glorious truth? This was no heist
At the end of it all, rain lashing at his brow and pride erupting in his heart, Stuart Hogg sank to his haunches and stared into t…
Jamie Lyall
07 Feb 2021, 5:10
'It was an incredible debut': Scotland verdict on first Redpath outing
Cameron Redpath played like a seasoned international player when he made his Test debut as a 21-year-old for Scotland on Saturday.…
Liam Heagney
07 Feb 2021, 4:17
'My first taste of French rugby, the first scrum fell and it was a 15-on-15 brawl. It was sink or swim - I had to punch back'
Josh Strauss felt set for the final part of his career with the Bulls, but he is instead back in France where he earned first stri…
Liam Heagney
07 Feb 2021, 4:03
'Just because he's a quiet character, doesn't mean he hasn't got the intent or the physicality'
Andy Farrell says Ireland must make a statement of intent against Wales to demonstrate their Guinness Six Nations title credential…
PA
07 Feb 2021, 3:30
Jake White reveals the one, simple criteria selectors look for in elite rugby players
When it comes to selecting elite rugby players, you'd be hard pushed to find a more qualified person to talk on the subject than W…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2021, 3:04
Five major talking points ahead of Wales' Six Nations clash with Ireland
Wales and Ireland will conclude the opening weekend of this season’s Guinness Six Nations when they clash in Cardiff on Sunday.
PA
07 Feb 2021, 2:54
Redpath to success
Scotland's seemingly hopeless search for a permanent midfield fixture may finally be over.
LONG READ
Ben Smith
07 Feb 2021, 0:14
Wallabies wing sidelined after picking up training injury ahead of Super Rugby AU opening week
The Brumbies have today confirmed Wallabies outside back Tom Wright has been ruled out for the start of the Super Rugby AU season.
Sam Smith
07 Feb 2021, 0:00
'We can't say we didn't know it was coming': Why the returning Alun Wyn Jones is hungry for Ireland clash
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones says he has had “a pretty seamless” recovery from injury ahead of his comeback in Sunday’s Guin…
PA
06 Feb 2021, 22:32
'Pure lunacy': Scotland fans have collective heart attack over Finn Russell's 'brain fart' that could have tipped the result in England's favour
Flyhalf Finn Russell attempted a drop goal with less than sixty seconds left on the clock that ended up getting charged down, leav…
Sam Smith
06 Feb 2021, 21:31
For all the tough things Scotland did right, the stupid errors will have Gregor Townsend quietly fuming
Scotland's first win over England at Twickenham since 1983 is reason for celebration but when Gregor Townsend and his troops re-gr…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Feb 2021, 21:04
'Owen Farrell not in the top eight England flyhalves': Rusty Saracens cause for concern for faltering title favourites
There were suspicions going into England's opening match of the year that a contingent of their players wouldn't be ready for the …
Sam Smith
06 Feb 2021, 18:50
The best scrumhalf in the world? Plaudits rain in for Antoine Dupont's masterclass performance in Six Nations opener
We've known for some time now that Antoine Dupont is a class operator and the French scrumhalf's performance against Italy in the …
Sam Smith
06 Feb 2021, 17:51
Fiji hit by illness and injury as they prepare to defend Olympic sevens gold
Fiji coach Gareth Baber is dealing with injuries and illness amongst the squad he hopes can retain the Olympic Sevens gold medal a…
Chris Jones
06 Feb 2021, 16:18
England will 'never atone' for shock Scotland defeat
The Scots claimed their first victory at England’s base since 1983, with wing Duhan Van Der Merwe crossing for the only try.
PA
06 Feb 2021, 15:59
'Everyone's a good selector after the game. I'm sure you're a good selector after the game'
England boss Eddie Jones was cranky at his post-match media conference on Saturday, but he still managed to heartily congratulate …
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 15:37
'Vunipola, if we didn't know the pubs were closed you'd swear he had been in one. He was out of shape'
Ex-Scotland coach Matt Williams has claimed on Irish TV the England players from Saracens, including Billy Vunipola, weren't at th…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 14:25
Scotland flower in Twickenham to make history and grab Calcutta Cup
Scotland celebrated the 150th anniversary of the oldest rivalry in rugby by stunning England 11-6 to claim their first victory at …
PA
06 Feb 2021, 14:01
Scotland player ratings vs England | 2021 Six Nations
Scotland player ratings: Scotland have waited 38 years to win at Twickenham. This afternoon that wait came to an end as they toppl…
Gavin Harper
06 Feb 2021, 13:50
Blair Cowan strikes twice to ruin George Skivington's return to London Irish
Another win for London Irish has moved them up to sixth in the Premiership and ruined the first return of Gloucester boss George S…
PA
06 Feb 2021, 12:56
England player ratings vs Scotland | 2021 Six Nations
England player ratings: England came into this fixture having not lost to Scotland at Twickenham in 38 years, which brought its ow…
Ian Cameron
06 Feb 2021, 12:47
Julian Montoya scores two tries on first start as Leicester bulldoze Worcester
Four of the five Leicester tries against Worcester came from driving mauls en route to picking up a third Premiership victory of t…
PA
06 Feb 2021, 12:42
Another shocking first-half performance leaves Bath well beaten again
Bath were hammered 48-3 by Bristol eight days ago and they again produced a shocking first-half display versus Harlequins at The R…
PA
06 Feb 2021, 11:47
'The second 50 we were rotten': Northampton boss Chris Boyd rubbishes his team's win
Northampton won their third Premiership match on the bounce on Saturday but the majority of the performance was rubbished by Chris…
PA
06 Feb 2021, 11:24
Italians fed to the French in Rome by Dupont
France scored seven tries to start their Guinness Six Nations campaign with a comprehensive 50-10 victory over Italy in Rome.
PA
06 Feb 2021, 11:11
Saracens beaten for the second time in three weeks by Ealing
The Trailfinders Cup has gone from bad to worse for Saracens as they have been beaten for a second time in recent weeks by Ealing.…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 11:04
Wasps suffer second successive home loss despite late fight back
Wasps crashed to a second home defeat in succession as resurgent Northampton won 22-17 to collect a third consecutive Gallagher Pr…
PA
06 Feb 2021, 10:34
Recap: England vs Scotland | 2021 Six Nations
Follow all the action live on RugbyPass as England host Scotland in the opening round of the 2021 Six Nations Championship.
Sam Smith
06 Feb 2021, 8:16
RECAP: Italy vs France | 2021 Six Nations
Follow all the action live on RugbyPass as Italy host France at Stadio Olimpico in the opening match of the 2021 Six Nations Champ…
Sam Smith
06 Feb 2021, 7:18
The surprise omission from Andy Farrell's Ireland selection for Wales
The response to Andy Farrells Ireland selection was generally positive but one omission, in particular, stood out with fans.
Josh Raisey
06 Feb 2021, 6:33
Every lineup for the opening weekend of the 2021 Six Nations
In case you missed them during the week, here are all six team lineups ahead of round one of the Guinness Six Nations. 
PA
06 Feb 2021, 6:15
Skivington braced for return to former club 8 months after awkward exit
It's now eight months since George Skivington quit London Irish for Gloucester and he makes his first trip back there this Saturda…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 6:01
Jonathan Davies injury blow for Wales
Wales are braced to be without centre Jonathan Davies for their first two games of this season’s Guinness Six Nations.
PA
06 Feb 2021, 5:28
'He was very bad at rugby': New France wing Gabin Villiere was written off as an 18-year-old
Gabin Villiere was a skinny 18-year-old scrum-half who couldn't pass or kick but he is now playing Six Nations for France on the w…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 5:15
'I'm up against it in training' - Ben Youngs on what Scotland will face today against England
While England’s attack has rarely ignited over the past year, their ferocious defence has been a pillar of strength.
PA
06 Feb 2021, 5:07
'Don't be a control freak over absolutely everything': Lee Blackett's secret to first-year success at Wasps
Set to reach the end of his first year in charge at Wasps, Lee Blackett outlines why he has been a success as a rookie Premiership…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 4:50
Alex Sanderson's reaction after Sale send message by toppling league leaders
Sale Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson was delighted as a gritty performance from his Sharks players saw them record an impressive …
PA
06 Feb 2021, 4:50
Right behind you
The absence of fans for this Six Nations will be keenly felt but better times lie ahead
LONG READ
Phil Vickery
06 Feb 2021, 4:30
Handbrake attacks, Faz vs Finn, Redpath's defection and the maturing of Beno... the build-up to England vs Scotland
With multiple subplots surrounding the latest England vs Scotland Six Nations clash, RugbyPass looks at some key issues to watch o…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 3:21
Nobody outside Scotland camp is expecting them to win - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones might say the expectation will be “heavy” for Scotland but the truth is the pressure is all on England and there…
Andy Goode
06 Feb 2021, 2:32
'Too many errors': Reds boss Brad Thorn hits out at his side's pre-season loss to Waratahs
Reds head coach Brad Thorn has bemoaned his side's error-riddled pre-season defat to the Waratahs in Narrabri on Friday.
Alex McLeod
05 Feb 2021, 23:54
The rising Super Rugby talent set to make his mark in a star-studded Western Force side
Western Force utility back Jack McGregor was following in the footsteps of these and other giants of the game when he was selected…
Finn Morton
05 Feb 2021, 22:51
'He gives us options': Blues boss Leon MacDonald weighs in on Roger Tuivasa-Sheck positional debate
Some believe he should play at fullback while others think he could be a wing or midfielder, but where does Leon MacDonald see Rog…
Alex McLeod
05 Feb 2021, 22:11
AK-47s, marijuana fields and the mafia: Marty Banks opens up on his 'crazy' Russian rugby experience
Before Marty Banks earned cult hero status in New Zealand, the seasoned playmaker began his professional rugby career in the unlik…
Sam Smith
05 Feb 2021, 21:02
Late Luke James try sees Sale end Bristol's Premiership winning streak
A try from Sale fullback Luke James three minutes from time proved decisive as leaders Bristol’s six-game winning run in the Pre…
PA
05 Feb 2021, 17:54
Connacht keep slim PRO14 final hopes alive with win at Dragons despite Richard Hibbard hat-trick
Connacht kept alive their slim hopes of making the PRO14 final with a 30-20 away win over the Dragons at Rodney Parade.
PA
05 Feb 2021, 17:43
Why playing the Lions in Australia 'would be the biggest disappointment in South African rugby history'
Springboks fullback Dillyn Leyds believes staging this year's British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa in Australia "would be …
Sam Smith
05 Feb 2021, 17:30
Six Nations preview: France
France have gone from pretenders to contenders in 12 months but can they back up the expectation of a nation?
LONG READ
Owain Jones
05 Feb 2021, 13:26
NRL sensation Roger Tuivasa-Sheck offically signs with NZR and Blues
New Zealand Rugby and the Blues have confirmed Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has signed a two-year contract that will also see him link with…
Sam Smith
05 Feb 2021, 13:13
Saracens name team for Ealing Trailfinders revenge mission
Saracens have named their team ahead of their home fixture against Ealing Trailfinders which is due to kick-off at the StoneX Stad…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2021, 13:00
Seven eight split in Alan Quinlan's Combined Wales/Ireland XV
Former Ireland and Munster flanker Alan Quinlan has picked a combined Wales and Ireland team ahead of their Guinness Six Nations c…
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2021, 12:23
Wales spell out why Dan Lydiate will earn his first cap in 27 months on Sunday
Not since November 2018 has the name Dan Lydiate featured on a Wales teamsheet but that will change for Sunday's clash with Irelan…
PA
05 Feb 2021, 11:38
Six Nations preview: Italy
The Azzurri are going with youth as they seek their first Six Nations win since 2015
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
05 Feb 2021, 11:36
World Cup winner JP Pietersen has retired with immediate effect to move into coaching
JP Pietersen has played his last game of rugby, the Sharks winger announcing his retirement at the age of 34 to take on a coaching…
Sam Smith
05 Feb 2021, 11:16
Israel Folau bombarded with 'gay pornography' after joining team Whats App group
Former Wallaby fullback Israel Folau was 'bombarded with gay pornography' after joining his team's Whats App group, according to o…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2021, 10:38
The cup of hope
Scottish rugby history is littered with false dawns. Is the perennial Six Nations optimism merited, or does yet more agony beckon?
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
05 Feb 2021, 10:25
'Stuart is massively OCD, really bad... Jonny can be a little bit superstitious about things'
England lock Jonny Hill knows his Exeter club colleagues Stuart Hogg and Jonny Gray inside out and can't wait to face them against…
PA
05 Feb 2021, 10:16
Grenoble claim they've signed Mulipola, a day after Dean Richards rubbished the move
Grenoble have claimed that they have signed Samoan tighthead Lologovi'i Mulipola, just a day after Newcastle Falcons Director of R…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2021, 9:50
Six Nations preview: Ireland
Ireland's task for this Six Nations is to show they can live with the might of England and France
LONG READ
Garry Doyle
05 Feb 2021, 9:48
Andy Farrell rubbishes Irish media claims that 'useless' Wales are ripe for a thrashing
Media pundits in Ireland have been busy this week writing off Wales as useless but Andy Farrell has wisely chosen not to agree wit…
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2021, 9:13
'He is one of those players that didn't have the escalator through the pathway... he's a fighter'
Sam Underhill's absence created a vacancy in the England back row this weekend and Eddie Jones sounds glad Mark Wilson will fill i…
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2021, 8:19
Former NRL star Vunivalu shows glimpses of class on Reds debut
Former NRL star Suliasi Vunivalu showed glimpses of class in his first rugby game for the Queensland Reds.
AAP
05 Feb 2021, 8:13
Andy Farrell explains why Ireland have gone for 'surprise pick' James Lowe
It's eleven weeks since James Lowe last played a rugby match of any kind but that inactivity has not stopped him being picked by I…
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2021, 7:54
Montoya to make first start for Leicester Tigers
Argentina international Julian Montoya will make his starting appearance for the Leicester Tigers, against Worcester Warriors at M…
RugbyPass
05 Feb 2021, 7:53
Five talking points ahead of England versus Scotland
England and Scotland collide on Saturday in an eagerly-awaited opener to their 2021 Guinness Six Nations campaigns.
PA
05 Feb 2021, 7:27
Lydiate starts as Wales name team for Ireland
After the midweek drama of banning Josh Adams for two games, Wales boss Wayne Pivac has now picked his team to face Ireland on Sun…
PA
05 Feb 2021, 6:23
Ireland make four changes to their team to face Wales
Having ended 2020 with a third-place Nations Cup finish, Andy Farrell has named his Ireland team to face Wales in Six Nations 2021…
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2021, 6:12
Wales players test clear after Adams breach
Winger Josh Adams received a two-match ban from the WRU on Wednesday for breaching coronavirus regulations.
PA
05 Feb 2021, 5:55
'I wouldn't have any bother saying that to his face' - Former Ireland international doesn't rate Dan Lydiate recall
Former Ireland flanker Stephen Ferris doesn't rate Welsh re-call Dan Lydiate, believing the Ospreys blindside is well past his bes…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2021, 5:31
Vote to temporarily suspend Gallagher Premiership relegation has been delayed
A vote was meant to be taken on temporarily suspending relegation from the Gallagher Premiership for the 2020/21 season.
PA
05 Feb 2021, 5:29
Josh Strauss' Twickenham 2019 confession: 'I'd forgotten my boots, if I had told Gregor he would have blown a gasket'
The incredible Scotland comeback wasn't the only memorable thing for Josh Strauss vs England in 2019 - he turned up to play minus …
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2021, 5:11
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 15: Ice baths, Six Nations, New York with Foden and a late night in Queenstown
Dylan Hartley, Simon Zebo and Christina Mahon welcome ex-England and Northampton full-back Ben Foden to RugbyPass Offload.
RugbyPass
05 Feb 2021, 4:47
'He's not going to pick you so get your head around it' - Alex Goode discusses England snub
Saracens fullback Alex Goode has said it was a “tough period” not being selected by Eddie Jones for England.
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2021, 4:36
A pint of beer cost 62p - Facts and events from when Scotland last beat England at Twickenham
Scotland are desperate to end one of the most extraordinary barren spells in world rugby when they seek a first victory over Engla…
PA
05 Feb 2021, 4:18
The remarkable stat that Eddie Jones miscalculated about 'project player' Ollie Lawrence
Ollie Lawrence has recently forced his way into the England XV but Eddie Jones was mistaken about one statistic he outlined on his…
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2021, 3:40
Australian players return to full pay following COVID-19 pay cuts
Australia's professional rugby players have returned to full pay after the players' association agreed to drastic Wallabies' match…
AAP
05 Feb 2021, 0:40
Blues expected to confirm Roger Tuivasa-Sheck deal on Saturday
The Blues are expected to confirm their deal with NRL superstar Roger Tuivasa-Sheck on Saturday after the franchise arranged a med…
Alex McLeod
04 Feb 2021, 23:39
Former England cross-code convert Sam Burgess found guilty of intimidating father-in-law
Former NRL star Sam Burgess, who played for England at the 2015 Rugby World Cup, has been found guilty intimidating his then-wife'…
AAP
04 Feb 2021, 20:17
Finding paradise
Too much rugby is going to be a thing of the past for the best players in Australasia.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
04 Feb 2021, 19:23
'It would be the ultimate send off': Dane Coles hints 2021 may be his last year with Hurricanes and All Blacks
All Blacks and Hurricanes hooker Dane Coles has dropped a major hint that 2021 may be his final year of professional rugby.
Sam Smith
04 Feb 2021, 19:18
Deadline set for decision on British and Irish Lions tour and July test window
A decision on whether the British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa and other test matches in July will go ahead will soon be m…
Sam Smith
04 Feb 2021, 17:35
The fall and rise of the Blues' All Blacks replacement
By all accounts, Kurt Eklund was somewhat of a revelation for the Blues in 2020. In a cruel twist of fate, the hooker missed out o…
Sam Smith
04 Feb 2021, 17:04

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