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'I think he realises he's been a bit stupid doing it like that, but they've reacted very quickly'
Former Wales international Jonathan Davies has praised the Welsh Rugby Union for taking swift action to suspend Josh Adams followi…
PA
04 Feb 2021, 15:27
'He's strong through the middle of his body, his hips and his torso, so he can get through contact'
Cameron Redpath has only ever started 13 Premiership matches but that was ample exposure to showcase why is he is now a Scotland s…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 14:44
'If Owen Farrell suddenly Tweeted asking his followers to watch the women's game, they would immediately suspect he had been put up to it'
In the last few weeks, women’s rugby fans have showed their support of the #ICare movement founded by Bristol Bears player Stef …
Rachael Burford
04 Feb 2021, 14:12
'There were no cheap shots': Bruising training game versus Ulster has Ireland primed for Six Nations
Country vs province games have been frowned on since Munster beat Ireland in 1999 but there was a throwback 'friendly' last weeken…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 13:40
'He spent most of the time on the toilet' - England verdict on inexperienced injury replacements Hill and Stuart
With Kyle Sinckler and Joe Launchbury absent, there is a 97-cap shortfall in the England pack with Jonny Hill and Will Stuart pick…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 13:10
The two projected Wales backline calls in the aftermath of Josh Adams' ban
The knock-on effects of Josh Adams two-match ban following a breach of covid protocols has left Welsh fans guessing as to team sel…
Ian Cameron
04 Feb 2021, 13:00
Six Nations preview: Wales
After a hugely successful period under Warren Gatland, Wales enter the 2021 Six Nations as underdogs
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Owain Jones
04 Feb 2021, 12:55
Back on their perch
The Bulls, sleeping giant of South African rugby has finally awoken
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Jon Cardinelli
04 Feb 2021, 12:21
Rugby Europe explain confusing situation after Belgium government stepped in to stop national team leaving country
Romania have been awarded a bonus-point victory over Belgium as they were unable to fulfill their postponed 2020 Rugby Europe fixt…
Ian Cameron
04 Feb 2021, 11:52
LNR issue statement backing World Rugby on controversial international window direction change
The League Nationale de Rugby (LNR) have rowed into behind Worl Rugby's decision to back maintaining twin international windows in…
Ian Cameron
04 Feb 2021, 11:00
One uncapped player included as Italy make six changes for opener against France
Beaten last time out by Wales a Llanelli, Italy have opted to change six of their XV for this Saturday's Six Nations clash with Fr…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 10:34
Eddie Jones has pop at Scotland, questioning whether Hogg and co can handle Calcutta Cup pressure
It wouldn't be a proper Calcutta Cup build-up without England boss Eddie Jones tossing a verbal grenade the way of Scotland.
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 9:44
'Fearless mindset': The reason why Scotland have picked Cameron Redpath for his Test debut
Having suggested a few weeks ago that Cameron Redpath could enjoy a 10-year Scotland career, Gregor Townsend has now given him a d…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 9:06
'They probably have the best club rugby back line in the world at the moment' - Alex Sanderson talks up Bristol's back line
Alex Sanderson takes his new Sale side to Ashton Gate on Friday warning that Bristol have the best back line in world club rugby.
PA
04 Feb 2021, 8:55
LNR ban Pablo Matera over technicality
The LNR have banned Argentinian captain Pablo Matera over a technicality relating to the amount of yellow cards he has picked up t…
Sam Smith
04 Feb 2021, 8:13
Eddie Jones explains 10/12 rejig that sees George Ford benched this weekend
George Ford has been an England regular at No10 in recent times but Eddie Jones has changed tack for Six Nations opener versus Sco…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 8:04
Agustin Creevy reveals designs on Rugby World Cup 2023
Former Argentina captain Agustin Creevy wants to be part of the Pumas bid for the 2023 Rugby World Cup by securing a new deal at L…
Chris Jones
04 Feb 2021, 7:32
Scotland make five changes to their Six Nations team to play England
Gregor Townsend has named his Scotland team to face England at Twickenham in this Saturday's Six Nations opener.
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 7:08
Six Nations preview: Scotland
Can Gregor Townsend make Scotland contenders on the road, to align with their home dominance?
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Jamie Lyall
04 Feb 2021, 6:58
Six Nations preview: England
Eddie Jones has asked England to entertain a nation, but is winning a Grand Slam paramount?
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Owain Jones
04 Feb 2021, 6:55
Fabien Galthie names France team for Italian job
Head coach Fabien Gathie has named his France team to take on Italy at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Saturday in the opening roun…
Ian Cameron
04 Feb 2021, 6:49
England make four changes to face Scotland in Six Nations opener
England boss Eddie Jones has named his team to face Scotland on Saturday in London in the opening round of the Guinness Six Nation…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 6:04
Years after he quit playing, rookie England assistant Robinson is still coping with concussion symptoms
Rookie England coach Ed Robinson was only 19 when a complex concussion ended his playing career and to this day he still has sympt…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2021, 4:54
Sexton: 'You can't be saying those things if you're not even Six Nations champions because people would just laugh at you'
England head coach Eddie Jones came out with an ambitious statement early last year.
PA
04 Feb 2021, 4:00
'It's weird. I don't really like doing that'- Jonny May admits he didn't like Lions jersey ritual
Every member of Eddie Jones’ squad had a photo taken in the famous red shirt at St George’s Park last Wednesday.
PA
04 Feb 2021, 3:57
New Zealand's form winger of 2020 not getting complacent ahead of new campaign
Mark Telea debuted for North Harbour in 2016, but it wasn't until last year that the 24-year-old was finally playing consistently …
Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 23:17
'He's come back a big boy': The late All Blacks addition that's set for a massive season with the Crusaders
Before the 2020 test season kicked off, Crusaders prop George Bower was probably on few rugby fans' radars. Even now, there are pr…
Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 21:29
League convert Suliasi Vunivalu set for first Reds match as Super Rugby pre-season arrives
Suliasi Vunivalu will return to rugby union action on Friday after being named for the Queensland Reds in a trial game against a N…
AAP
03 Feb 2021, 20:38
Report: When France hope to play the All Blacks at RWC 2023
While the pool reveal for the 2023 Rugby World Cup was met with reservations due to the similarities between it and previous years…
Tom Vinicombe
03 Feb 2021, 16:35
'He has embarrassed himself' - Wayne Pivac on Josh Adams as player apologises 'unreservedly'
The Wales star will miss the opening Six Nations games against Ireland and Scotland.
PA
03 Feb 2021, 15:59
Wales' Josh Adams suspended for first two Six Nations matches
Wayne Pivac warned Wales players in October they would clamp down hard on bubble breaches and Josh Adams has now paid a heavy pric…
PA
03 Feb 2021, 14:02
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 15: Ice Baths, Six Nations, New York with Foden and a late night in Queenstown
Dylan Hartley and Simon Zebo welcome ex-England international full-back Ben Foden to RugbyPass Offload - Episode 15.
RugbyPass
03 Feb 2021, 13:57
Living in exile
Eddie O’Sullivan is Ireland's second-most successful coach yet has been ostracised since 2008.
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Garry Doyle
03 Feb 2021, 12:50
Sexton declares himself fit while O'Mahony critiques an Ireland back row minus Doris
It wouldn't have been a typical Ireland build-up to the Six Nations if there wasn't the annual injury scare surrounding Johnny Sex…
PA
03 Feb 2021, 12:45
'I was a nervous wreck': How England's Max Malins reacted the first time he met Jonny Wilkinson
Max Malins is a newcomer to the England set-up and he still can't quite believe his kicking is being nurtured by his hero, Jonny W…
PA
03 Feb 2021, 12:31
Premiership introducing fines for virus protocol breaches from this weekend
The Premiership has recently tightened protocols surrounding top-flight matches and another layer of sanctions come into effect th…
PA
03 Feb 2021, 12:13
Chudley becomes second player in a week to leave Bath for Worcester
Christian Judge isn't the only Bath player to sign this week for Worcester as Will Chudley will also make the move for the 2021/22…
Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 11:36
'He hasn't signed anywhere': Richards dismisses claim that Mulipola is off to France
Reports from France this week stated that Logovi'i Mulipola had signed for Grenoble but Newcastle boss Dean Richards has rubbished…
Chris Jones
03 Feb 2021, 11:05
The 2013 Lions dressing room team talk that has gone viral 8 years later
It's 8 years since the Lions beat Australia in their Test series but a team talk from third Test skipper Alun Wyn Jones has now go…
Josh Raisey
03 Feb 2021, 10:19
Dates confirmed for rescheduled women's and U20s Six Nations
There was much disappointment last month when the women's and U20s Six Nations tournaments were postponed but they have now been r…
Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 9:54
The Rugby Pod is divided over who will win the Six Nations
England are widely fancied to retain the Six Nations title but the verdict of Andy Goode wasn't fully supported on this week's The…
Liam Heagney
03 Feb 2021, 8:06
International Rugby Players union issues statement following World Rugby update on June/November Test windows
It's been a busy Wednesday for Test rugby's future, International Rugby Players joining the All Blacks and World Rugby in making h…
Liam Heagney
03 Feb 2021, 7:03
O'Driscoll mourns 'big loss' of Ireland's best player in the autumn
Leinster back row Caelan Doris lit up the Ireland pack in the autumn but he won't face Wales in this Sunday's Six Nations opener i…
Josh Raisey
03 Feb 2021, 5:45
Struggling Gloucester replace James Hanson with new signing Santiago Socino
It was December 2017 when Australian James Hanson joined Gloucester but he has now been replaced by new signing Santiago Socino.
Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 5:18
Owen Farrell vs Finn Russell: The Calcutta Cup's potentially decisive head-to-head battle
Next Saturday's respective Six Nations 10s at Twickenham, Owen Farrell of England and Scotland's Finn Russell, have a licence to t…
PA
03 Feb 2021, 4:55
World Rugby, countries and players issue joint statement on potential new competition from 2024
It was January last year when a World Rugby workshop in London started looking again at the global calendar after failed Nations L…
Liam Heagney
03 Feb 2021, 4:26
'When I was here 20 years ago I had the chance to stay on as well and I went back to New Zealand probably too early'
Having missed 2003 World Cup glory with England due to quitting for New Zealand, John Mitchell wasn't going to make the same decis…
Liam Heagney
03 Feb 2021, 3:35
New multi-million dollar offer could change the face of the game in New Zealand as tech investors seek piece of All Blacks pie
New Zealand Rugby has received a $465 million offer from US technology investment giants Silver Lake for a 15 per cent share of co…
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 23:45
Best of the best: The top 10 midfielders in Super Rugby 2021
With little more than two weeks until Super Ruby kicks-off in Australia, five RugbyPass writers have taken it upon themselves to f…
Alex McLeod
02 Feb 2021, 23:35
'I kind of lost my passion a little bit by the end there': The re-invigoration of the Western Force
Western Force captain Ian Prior is convinced his team will put on a good show in their season opener against the Brumbies despite …
AAP
02 Feb 2021, 22:41
'It was honestly the most disgusting thing I've ever seen in rugby': Three-year ban dished out for on-field 'thuggery'
A club rugby side has been banned from a sevens tournament for the next three years after a brawl sent an opponent to hospital in …
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 21:26
'They look significantly stronger': How the Reds have gone from Super Rugby's cellar-dwellers to 'a dominant force'
The Queensland Reds have no problem carrying the extra weight of title-winning expectations into the Super Rugby AU season.
AAP
02 Feb 2021, 21:16
Sonny Bill Williams missing from all-star lineup as new Australian commentary team unveiled ahead of Super Rugby AU
Contrary to reports last month, Sonny Bill Williams hasn't been included in an all-star commentary lineup by Australian broadcaste…
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 20:51
'It was frustrating': Chiefs star Lachlan Boshier opens up on last year's All Blacks omission
Star Chiefs flanker Lachlan Boshier has opened up on his omission from last year's All Blacks squad following a raft of compelling…
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 18:48
One of New Zealand's most promising locks is heading north
One of New Zealand's top up-and-coming second row prospects has decided to head north for his provincial rugby.
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 17:15
Fire starter
Flame-haired Finlay Christie’s decision to remain at the Blues for another year may be bad news for Scotland.
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Patrick McKendry
02 Feb 2021, 16:32
Super Rugby stars reveal interest in soon-to-be-arriving Roger Tuivasa-Sheck
A pair of Kiwi rugby players as well as a coach have sounded out their excitement over the news of Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's move to r…
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 15:14
'No one could be working any harder': George Skivington's message to worried Gloucester fans
It's been a painful time for Gloucester since George Skivington took over, the latest loss coming with concerns over an injury to …
Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2021, 14:51
The one major difference from the Joe Schmidt era Paul O'Connell has spotted under Andy Farrell
Paul O'Connell finished as captain to Joe Schmidt's Ireland in 2015 and one major difference has now struck him working under Andy…
Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2021, 14:13
Confirmed: Taufua joins Lyon after Leicester agree to early release
Leicester muddied the waters last Friday night regarding the signing of Jordan Taufua that was announced last Wednesday by Lyon.
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 13:57
'You have to be ready for everything': England's Daly issues warning about fearless Russell
Elliot Daly has been on England and Saracens teams in recent years that have suffered from the fearless ability of Finn Russell. …
PA
02 Feb 2021, 11:39
Worcester make Christian Judge their second tighthead signing for next season
Worcester had already signed tighthead Jack Owlett from Wasps and now they have recruited another, this time Christian Judge from …
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 11:20
The back row Andy Powell wants Wales to pick to face Ireland
Andy Powell enjoyed a colourful career in the Wales back row and he has outlined who he wants to see playing in that sector next S…
Josh Raisey
02 Feb 2021, 10:55
Confirmed: WillGriff John signs for Scarlets
Uncapped prop WillGriff John has long been tipped for a switch to Wales and he has finally confirmed he will be leaving Sale.
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 10:23
England give Mako injury update, size up back row selection battle between Wilson and Earl
England latest on the rehabilitation of prop Mako Vunipola and how Mark Wilson and Ben Earl are shaping up in their back row selec…
Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2021, 9:50
Heaven and hell
Should Israel Folau be given a route back into professional rugby union? And how many others share his religious beliefs?
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Johnnie Beattie
02 Feb 2021, 9:44
Doris and Roux out of Ireland's Six Nations opener with Wales, two uncapped players called up
Caelan Doris will be missing from the Ireland team when they open their latest Six Nations campaign away to Wales next Sunday.
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 7:43
Mitchell signs England contract extension
Defence coach John Mitchell first came into the Eddie Jones England set-up in 2018 as the replacement for Paul Gustard, who joined…
PA
02 Feb 2021, 7:27
Lions boss Gatland goes ahead with Six Nations scouting mission despite tightened restrictions - reports
Lions boss Warren Gatland was last in the UK in October but he is set to fly in ahead of this weekend's opening round Six Nations …
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 7:15
The waiting game
The fate of the 2021 Lions tour is giving every individual associated with it a mighty headache
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Ross Harries
02 Feb 2021, 7:06
11-cap Wales back row James King has retired with immediate effect
Wales back row James King is sixth on the Ospreys list of all-time appearance but injury has ended his career at the age of just 3…
Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 6:40
Keith Wood suggests 4th tour option can save the Lions from 'shame of shames'
Ex-Ireland skipper Keith Wood has grave concerns that the Lions will keep its special place in rugby’s hearts if wrong tour call…
Chris Jones
02 Feb 2021, 5:30
'We can do a job on them': Scotland's Rory Sutherland has no England fears
Scotland have not won at Twickenham since 1983 but prop Rory Sutherland is adamant Saturday's latest Six Nations trip is winnable.…
PA
02 Feb 2021, 4:45
Brumbies face anxious wait over Western Force clash following COVID-19 lockdown in Perth
With little more than two weeks until the beginning of the new Super Rugby AU campaign, the timing of Perth's five-day lockdown co…
Alex McLeod
01 Feb 2021, 23:52
A combined Wallabies and France team crafted especially to take down the touring British and Irish Lions
On form, how many Wallabies players would earn a spot in RA chairman Hamish McLennan's left-field suggestion of a combined 'Wallab…
RugbyPass
01 Feb 2021, 22:51
Israel Folau set for return to Australia as an NRL club pushes for ex-Wallabies star's signature
Controversial cross-code star Israel Folau is on the verge of an NRL comeback.
Online Editors
01 Feb 2021, 22:20
'An act of betrayal': Kiwi columnist hits out at Roger Tuivasa-Sheck over rugby union move
An outspoken New Zealand columnist has lashed out at Roger Tuivasa-Sheck over his announcement that he will be leaving rugby leagu…
Online Editors
01 Feb 2021, 21:36
Report: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck could make his union debut as early as this year's Mitre 10 Cup
New cross-code convert Roger Tuivasa-Sheck may make his highly-anticipated union debut as early as this year in the Mitre 10 Cup.
Online Editors
01 Feb 2021, 20:21
Doing the right thing
Dan Mckellar was set to join the Wallabies last year, until he decided the Brumbies needed him more.
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Christy Doran
01 Feb 2021, 17:03
New Rugby Australia CEO Andy Marinos insists relationship with New Zealand Rugby 'strong'
Rugby Australia's new CEO Andy Marinos is upbeat about the governing body's relationship with New Zealand Rugby despite suggestion…
Online Editors
01 Feb 2021, 16:30
'I do not have an open checkbook whatsoever' - Alex Sanderson calls in 'clinical psychologists'
Alex Sanderson is calling in clinical psychologists to help his Sale Sharks players unlock their potential and deal with the press…
Chris Jones
01 Feb 2021, 14:58
Stormers back row Jaco Coetzee joins Bath as club confirm Mercer exit
Bath have confirmed the signing of Jaco Coetzee from the Stormers, a replacement for Zach Mercer, who the club confirmed is leavin…
Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2021, 14:37
Shock Exeter Chiefs result shows good things come to those that invest
In the biggest shock of Premier 15s history, newly-formed Exeter Chiefs beat title holders Saracens 22-14 on Saturday.
Jess Hayden
01 Feb 2021, 14:09
When every Six Nations team will be named this week
England will be the first team to name their matchday 23 this week ahead of the Calcutta Cup game at Twickenham.
Ciarán Kennedy
01 Feb 2021, 12:33
Three of Ulster's 10 Dubliners sign contract extensions
If you needed more evidence of the Leinster schools' system influence at Ulster Rugby, then look no further than the lastest three…
Sam Smith
01 Feb 2021, 12:07
'Why wouldn't we?' - New Rugby Australia boss welcomes Lions but admits they're not priority
Rugby Australia have rolled out the red carpet for the Lions and South Africa, should the Springboks be unable to host the tour.
AAP
01 Feb 2021, 12:06
Worcester Warriors sign former Scotland U20s prop from Wasps
Worcester Warriors have snapped up former Scotland U20s prop Jack Owlett from Wasps. Owlett is a former student at Exeter Universi…
Sam Smith
01 Feb 2021, 11:17
'This is exactly what rugby needs' - Social media loves Ugo Monye's call for new video game
Agustín Pichot also stressed the importance of making a new game last year as he campaigned to be chairman of World Rugby.
Josh Raisey
01 Feb 2021, 11:15
Former Springbok Kruger calls time on 16-year career
Scarlets prop Werner Kruger is set to bring the curtain down a 16-year career that has seen him play over 370 first-class rugby ga…
Sam Smith
01 Feb 2021, 11:03
Special forces
What separates the great from the good, the legends from the journeymen?
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Jake White
01 Feb 2021, 10:55
Report: Mulipola set to leave Newcastle Falcons for ProD2 deal
Juggernaut tighthead and crowd favourite Logovi'i Mulipola is set to leave Newcastle Falcons at the end of the current Premiership…
Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2021, 10:27
Report: Louis Picamoles to join Bordeaux Begles
Veteran French No.8 Louis Picamoles will leave Montpellier at the end of the season to link up with high-flying Bordeaux Begles, i…
Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2021, 9:41
Reports in France claim Teddy Thomas is on his way out of Racing
Thomas began his professional career at Biarritz before making the move to Racing in 2012.
Online Editors
01 Feb 2021, 8:12
Warburton explains why Wales 'have really needed' Lydiate
Lydiate could win his first cap for Wales since November 2018 in the coming weeks after playing his way back into Wayne Pivac's sq…
Josh Raisey
01 Feb 2021, 7:01
Wayne Barnes' heir apparent just proved his mettle once again
Harlequins’ Gallagher Premiership crushing of Wasps on Sunday afternoon showcased just why Luke Pearce is the rising star of Eng…
Paul Smith
01 Feb 2021, 5:51
English rugby cannot quietly stand back and let the Championship season collapse
Ampthill, the Bedfordshire side, who recently rose through the ranks to Greene King IPA Championship status, have already thrown t…
Sam Roberts
01 Feb 2021, 5:21
'We have had discussions around that' - Hosting duties for 2027 Rugby World Cup could be shared
World Rugby is in the process of gauging interest in hosting the 2027 and 2031 tournaments as well as the women's events in 2025 a…
AAP
01 Feb 2021, 4:38
The Wallabies must lift their game and gain 'cutting edge' says new Rugby Australia boss
Rugby Australia's new chief executive has placed the onus squarely on the Wallabies to lift their game, saying the success of the…
AAP
31 Jan 2021, 22:10
Super Rugby club aside, where exactly would the All Blacks play Roger Tuivasa-Sheck?
As the All Black are currently constructed, Tuivasa-Sheck would probably be a wing and - frankly - New Zealand Rugby (NZR) needs a…
Hamish Bidwell
31 Jan 2021, 21:47
George Ford on the pivotal lesson England took from the draw with Scotland two years ago
England had built a seemingly unassailable lead by storming 31-0 ahead, only for a breathtaking fightback orchestrated by Finn Rus…
PA
31 Jan 2021, 20:04
'You have to be joking': The possibility of a Lions tour hosted in Australia has divided pundits, players and fans alike
The report was met equally by those vehemently opposed to the idea and those that see an Australian-hosted tour as a win-win way t…
Sam Smith
31 Jan 2021, 19:55
'The question has to be asked' - Falcons' boss Dean Richards unhappy after loss
Newcastle director of rugby Dean Richards was unhappy with how his team reacted to Tom Penny’s sin-binning during their 31-22 Ga…
PA
31 Jan 2021, 13:56
'A good man lost his job last week and since then there has been a lot written about the club'
Harlequins and England scrum-half Danny Care admitted his side needed a reaction after the sudden departure of their head of rugby…
PA
31 Jan 2021, 13:31
Casualties as Galthie cuts France Six Nations squad to 31
Number 8 Gregory Alldritt is back in the France squad as Fabien Galthie named his finalised 31-man Six Nations.
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2021, 12:47
Harlequins make perfect start to post-Gustard era by swatting Wasps
Wasps’ impressive run of five consecutive wins came to an abrupt halt as they were blown away by Harlequins at the Ricoh Arena, …
PA
31 Jan 2021, 12:21
Late call-up James Stokes among try scorers as London Irish see off Newcastle
Late call-up James Stokes was among the try scorers as London Irish withstood a late comeback from Newcastle to record a 31-22 Gal…
PA
31 Jan 2021, 12:10
'Wow. Wow, wow' - Jaco Peyper chatback puts cheeky scrumhalf back in his box
Lippy players can sometimes get the better of referees, but Jaco Peyper had the last say at the weekend.
Online Editors
31 Jan 2021, 11:17
Scotland international Horne is staying at Glasgow Warriors
Scotland international George Horne has re-upped at Glasgow Warriors, after the scrum-half became the latest player to put pen to …
Sam Smith
31 Jan 2021, 10:18
'I found that very difficult' - O'Driscoll's training gripe with Gatland after being dropped in 2013
Former Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll has admitted to one of the hardest things to deal with after getting dropped by Warren Gat…
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2021, 9:28
Lions considering Rugby Australia's offer to host series
The Lions’ eight-match tour in July and August, including a three-Test series against South Africa, is in doubt.
PA
31 Jan 2021, 8:34
Why Nick Easter is worried about England
Former captain Nick Easter believes England’s formidable pack has suddenly become vulnerable thanks to a catalogue of problems w…
Chris Jones
31 Jan 2021, 6:32
Saints issue update on England fullback following horror mid-air collision that mared win over Gloucester
Northampton Saints have issued an update on George Furbank after he was injured in a brutal mid-air collision in his side's win ov…
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2021, 6:09
The emotional bond
After four tours of giddy highs and sickening lows, Brian O'Driscoll still cares passionately about the Lions
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Jake White
31 Jan 2021, 5:51
'I really took it out on people if I had a bad game': Monty Ioane on converting to Islam, his dapper tattoos and uncle Digby's tears on his Italy debut
Buoyed by his recent conversion to Islam, the stylish Monty Ioane is poised to light up the Six Nations with minnows Italy.
Liam Heagney
31 Jan 2021, 5:00
Seven British and Irish Lions who came of age on tour
There are not many greater stages in which players can announce themselves to the rugby world than on a British and Irish Lions to…
Josh Raisey
31 Jan 2021, 4:02
'I have got four plates in my jaw that are permanent... unfortunately, you get a minority that takes the law into their own hands and get away with it'
Before he became a Harlequins star, Alex Dombrandt considered quitting after twice having his jaw broken during on-pitch assaults …
Liam Heagney
31 Jan 2021, 4:01
Combined Australia/France 'Wallableus' team could play British and Irish Lions, according to RA chairman
Assembling a combined Wallabies and France side to face the British and Irish Lions is a left-field idea on the table as part of R…
AAP
30 Jan 2021, 23:44
Cracking the code
History shows Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's high-profile move from league to union will not be an easy task.
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Tom Vinicombe
30 Jan 2021, 23:11
'To be honest, that's where we are at': Dave Rennie gives frank assessment of Wallabies
Dave Rennie, entering his second season as head coach of the Wallabies, has talked up the French side that will be visiting Austra…
Online Editors
30 Jan 2021, 23:08
Confirmed: British and Irish Lions series could be heading to Australia
Rugby Australia have confirmed reports that the governing body has offered to host the British and Irish Lions series which was or…
Online Editors
30 Jan 2021, 21:16
A fired-up Faf de Klerk spills over the advertising hoardings in scrap with Argentinian centre Moroni
The pair of internationals usually met when the Springboks play the Pumas in The Rugby Championship, but found one another in the …
Sam Smith
30 Jan 2021, 18:11
'I'm just desperate for it to go ahead': Jamie George reflects on one of the best experiences of his life
England hooker Jamie George is desperate for the Lions to face South Africa this summer – whatever form the tour takes.
PA
30 Jan 2021, 17:37
Tadhg Furlong gets through first half of rugby in nearly a year as Leinster put Scarlets to the sword
Tadhg Furlong gave the Irish selectors the pre-Six Nations boost they were looking for as he negotiated 40 minutes of competitive …
PA
30 Jan 2021, 17:00
Currie Cup Final: Sharks player ratings vs Bulls
The Sharks let a 10-point lead slip to suffer a heart-breaking 19-26 loss to the Bulls in the Currie Cup final at Loftus Versfeld …
Online Editors
30 Jan 2021, 16:31
Springbok hopeful Curwin Bosch is bearing the brunt of the Sharks' Currie Cup final loss
The Bulls extra-time 26-19 victory over the Sharks secured the Currie Cup for the first time since 2009, leaving the Durban-based …
Online Editors
30 Jan 2021, 16:16
Report: Australia offer to host British and Irish Lions tour
Sunday Times rugby pundit Stephen Jones is reporting that Australia have offered to come to the help of the imperiled British and …
Ian Cameron
30 Jan 2021, 16:09
How Rob Baxter reacted to Exeter almost blowing a 14-point lead against Premiership stragglers
Rob Baxter praised Exeter’s hard graft after the Gallagher Premiership champions edged past Worcester 21-17 at Sixways.
PA
30 Jan 2021, 16:06
Currie Cup Final: Bulls player ratings vs Sharks
The Bulls showed a lot of grit to fight their way back from being 9-19 down in the second half of the Currie Cup final before leve…
Online Editors
30 Jan 2021, 15:51
JJ Hanrahan leaves it late in Italy
JJ Hanrahan’s last-gasp drop goal snatched a late 18-16 Guinness Pro14 victory for Munster at Benetton.
PA
30 Jan 2021, 14:57
Skivington: Gloucester not 'talking about relegation'
Chris Boyd was delighted as Northampton picked up a valuable 31-26 bonus point win over Gloucester in the Gallagher Premiership ma…
PA
30 Jan 2021, 13:05
Bulls clinch first Currie Cup title in 11 years, but only after a lightning stoppage and extra-time
An Arno Botha try was critical in settling the Currie Cup final, a game between Bulls and Sharks that took nearly three hours to c…
AAP
30 Jan 2021, 12:52
Bottom-dwellers Gloucester lose sixth match in seven outings
Norrthampton too good for their hosts in Gallagher Premiership contest.
PA
30 Jan 2021, 12:39
Double champions Exeter finally bag first win of 2021, but Worcester make them sweat
Exeter produced a flying start at Sixways but the defending Premiership champions then lost their way and were left to sweat by Wo…
PA
30 Jan 2021, 12:28
Borthwick comments muddy the waters over Taufua's Leicester exit
Comments made by Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick have thrown some doubt over Jordan Taufua's exit from the club.
Ian Cameron
30 Jan 2021, 11:08
France forced to cut six players from squad
France are to cut their Six Nations squad from 37 to 31 players as they set up a bubble to avoid COVID-19 contaminations, the Fren…
AAP
30 Jan 2021, 9:15
How David Beckham is keeping Billy Vunipola company ahead of England title defence
England are preparing for the Six Nations at the home of English football and Billy Vunipola is taking heart from a particular Bec…
Liam Heagney
30 Jan 2021, 8:40
Report: Bordeaux go cold on CJ Stander, have eyes on legendary French No.8
Bordeaux Begles are no longer interested in Ireland and Munster No.8, CJ Stander, at least not according to reports from France.
Ian Cameron
30 Jan 2021, 7:44
Lyon won't be signing Marcus Smith but they have taken interest in an Irish player's CV
Harlequins out-half Marcus Smith, the uncapped England prospect, has been linked to Top 14 and rival Premiership clubs in recent m…
Liam Heagney
30 Jan 2021, 7:05
London Irish add ex-Italian international van Zyl to their coaching staff
South African franchise Cheetahs have recently been decimated and assistant Corniel van Zyl is the latest to leave, joining London…
Online Editors
30 Jan 2021, 6:33
'We are really dismayed' - Romania go to war to stop government annexing revamped stadium
The Romanian Rugby Union are currently locked in a battle to stop their government from annexing their revamped national stadium.
Ian Cameron
30 Jan 2021, 6:14
'Being reckless is not a trait you want but sometimes how I play my best is just throwing my body into things'
England No8 Billy Vunipola has revealed a candid pep talk from Eddie Jones was pivotal in getting him back to his wrecking-ball be…
Liam Heagney
30 Jan 2021, 5:38
Pat Lam and Stuart Hooper's post match comments poles apart after thrashing
Bristol boss Pat Lam lavished praise on his team’s memorable first-half display after they sunk Gallagher Premiership rivals Bat…
PA
30 Jan 2021, 5:07
The records being chased by George North, Jonny Sexton and Alun Wyn Jones
This year’s Guinness Six Nations gets under way on February 6. Here, the PA news agency takes a statistical look at the annual t…
PA
30 Jan 2021, 4:01
An alternate England XV made up of players out of favour with Eddie
Eddie Jones’ England squad never fails to leave sections of the public scratching their heads over players who have missed out.
Josh Raisey
30 Jan 2021, 3:34
Border crossing
The IRFU's willingness to transfer players between provinces offers a lifeline to some but pain to others.
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Jonathan Bradley
30 Jan 2021, 3:23
'A lot of people are afraid of saying, 'I want to go on the Lions tour' and making that clear, but that's one of my goals'
Billy Vunipola insists England must hunt down Scotland in search of Lions places as well as the prize of a successful start to the…
PA
30 Jan 2021, 0:10
'Get the ball and run': Australian dual-code great's advice to Roger Tuivasa-Sheck ahead move to union
A former Wallabies and Kangaroos great has offered NRL star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck some advice ahead of his high-profile move to rugb…
Online Editors
29 Jan 2021, 23:32
'It'd be a freakish side': All Blacks and Springboks dominate British pair's SANZAAR XV to face Lions
With the British and Irish Lions' tour of South Africa far from guaranteed this year, two British rugby stars have picked who coul…
Alex McLeod
29 Jan 2021, 22:23
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck granted early release from Warriors contract to chase All Blacks dream
New Zealand Warriors star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has confirmed he will cross codes at the end of this year's NRL season to pursue his…
Alex McLeod
29 Jan 2021, 19:46
New Sale boss marks Sharks coaching debut with win over Leicester Tigers
Alex Sanderson marked his first game in charge of Sale with a 25-15 victory over Leicester at Welford Road.
PA
29 Jan 2021, 18:14
'Absolutely bonkers': Fans stunned by breathtaking Semi Radradra try in Bristol thumping of Bath
Semi Radradra has taken the rugby world by storm once again after scoring a scintillating 65-metre try against Bath in the Premier…
Online Editors
29 Jan 2021, 17:52
Title contenders Bristol thrash Bath to strengthen Premiership lead
League leaders Bristol romped to a record 48-3 Premiership victory over Bath at Ashton Gate and emphatically underlined their titl…
PA
29 Jan 2021, 17:00
'He was electrifying': Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's ex-rugby coach reveals which position he should play for Blues
One of Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's former rugby coaches is excited to see how the New Zealand Warriors skipper fits back into rugby unio…
Online Editors
29 Jan 2021, 16:40
Wallaby Carter among three re-ups at Ulster
Wallaby lock Sam Carter is among three players to extend their time at Ulster, the province have confirmed.
Sam Smith
29 Jan 2021, 13:16
Alex Dombrandt's dog walks have him backing the Gallagher Premiership's 'Tackling Tomorrow. Together' initiative
Walks around Guildford have opened the eyes of Alex Dombrandt of Harlequins to the struggles local businesses are facing in the pa…
Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 13:07
McBryde comments about Welsh regional rugby have touched a raw nerve in his native lands
Leinster forwards coach Robin McBryde has touched a nerve in Wales after an interview he gave on the BBC's Welsh rugby podcast, Sc…
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2021, 10:47
Baxter admits to his 'biggest mistake' after Exeter Chiefs mid-season wobble
Exeter are ready to reignite their season when they face Worcester in the Gallagher Premiership on Saturday after using the two-we…
PA
29 Jan 2021, 10:32
Marler's availability is silver lining as Harlequins change 5 for first match since Gustard exit
It has been an unsettled time at Harlequins after Paul Gustard's sudden exit but a silver lining was Joe Marler not joining up wit…
Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 8:42
Richards: London Irish a 'top two' Premiership team
Newcastle boss Dean Richards is not known for his hyperbole which makes his assertion that London Irish are a “top two” Gallag…
Chris Jones
29 Jan 2021, 7:58
Tadhg Furlong to play first game in 11 months
Ireland and Lions star Tadhg Furlong is set to play his first game of rugby in 11 months after being named in the Leinster side th…
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2021, 7:26
A 2018 Barbarians appearance helped convince Worcester to sign Chris Ashton, but he won't debut this weekend
It has been revealed a 2018 appearance for the Barbarians vs England was a factor in convincing Worcester to sign Chris Ashton thi…
Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 6:44
'That was bad, really bad. He turned me inside out, I got an absolute spanking'
John Afoa can still feel the tension coursing through his teenage body on that cold night in Pukekohe in 2002.
Jamie Lyall
29 Jan 2021, 5:55
Six Nations latest: Quarantine exemptions granted for Wales and Scotland games in Paris
Six Nations CEO Ben Morel was unable on Wednesday to give a guarantee that the Scotland and Wales games in Paris were going ahead.…
Online Editors
29 Jan 2021, 4:53
Code breakers
Wallabies legend LoteTuqiri believes Vunivalu can follow in his footsteps
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Ben Kimber
29 Jan 2021, 4:29
John Afoa strikes again, 'taking the Mickey' out of Pat Lam and his Bristol staff
The mood has been good at Bristol during their 20-day break in between games, veteran John Afoa again starring at the Bears Got Ta…
Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 4:22
McKay leaves Scottish Rugby for Celtic FC
Scottish Rugby have confirmed that Chief Operating Officer Dominic McKay will leave the organisation to take up the role Chief Exe…
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2021, 4:13
Leicester Tigers on brink of signing Springbok Marco van Staden
Leicester Tigers may already with have a replacement for Jordan Taufua, with Marco van Staden and the club very close to agreeing …
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2021, 3:02
Five players who could light up this year's Six Nations
Some of rugby’s finest talent will be on display during the 2021 Six Nations and with a Lions tour scheduled to take place this …
PA
29 Jan 2021, 1:02
Watch: Biarritz snatch dramatic victory with chaotic last-gasp try after opposition fail to kick ball out twice
Biarritz have scored one of rugby's most dramatic last-gasp tries in chaotic sequence of play that included a cross kick, two offl…
Online Editors
29 Jan 2021, 0:53
Melbourne Rebels add Argentine duo to squad ahead of Super Rugby AU kick-off
The Melbourne Rebels have added a pair of Los Pumas to their squad just three weeks ahead of the Super Rugby AU kick-off.
Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 23:13
How would a move to rugby union by Roger Tuivasa-Sheck impact the All Blacks and Blues?
If reports that Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is on his way to rugby union with an eye on an All Blacks jersey are to be believed, the impli…
Alex McLeod
28 Jan 2021, 21:41
Chiefs confirm signing of Canterbury midfielder following James O'Connor nix
When the Chiefs announced their squad for the 2021 Super Rugby season, they left space in their roster for one additional player. …
Tom Vinicombe
28 Jan 2021, 19:23
Easing the burden
Tom Youngs has reached 200 appearances for Leicester and, at 34, feels as good as ever
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Owain Jones
28 Jan 2021, 18:29
Rumours: CJ Stander linked with Bordeaux
Speculation is once again mounting around CJ Stander's future with Munster and Ireland, with the forward being linked to a move to…
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2021, 16:02
Argentina get second place at the table as SANZAAR reveal new appointments
SAANZAR have today announced that current chief operating officer Brendan Morris has been elevated to the CEO role, while Argentin…
Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 15:56
Report: Warriors superstar Roger Tuivasa-Sheck set for eleventh hour switch to rugby union
A bombshell deal to bring talismanic New Zealand Warriors captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck back to rugby union could be completed withi…
Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 15:10
Twenty-two players whose careers peaked during Lions years
Every British and Irish Lions tour has a handful of players who happen to be in the right place at the right time to get picked.
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2021, 14:30
'Performance culture expert' reviewing Gustard-less Harlequins and will report to the board next month
Ex-solicitor who now works as a performance culture expert was engaged by Harlequins to do a root and branch review before Paul Gu…
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 14:11
'Blown away' Friend signs Connacht extension
Former Australia 7s coach Andy Friend first arrived at Connacht as the summer 2018 successor to misfiring Kiwi Kieran Keane.
Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 13:57
World Rugby say they will break 'match attendance record' at 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup
World Rugby have said they believe they will break the competition attendance record with the 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup, which …
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2021, 13:22
Forgotten Ireland wing among 3 contract extensions at Ulster
Former Ireland winger Craig Gilroy is among three players to agree contract extensions at Ulster, the province have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2021, 12:01
'Not too fussed' - Mixed response to Lavinini exit at Welford Road
Tomas Lavanini’s exit from Welford Road at the end of the season does not appear to worry Leicester Tigers supporters too much.
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2021, 11:29
Caretaker Billy Millard has held his first Harlequins media briefing as Paul Gustard's replacement
Caretaker Billy Millard has spoken to the media eight days after being handed the reins at Harlequins following Paul Gustard's exi…
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 10:22
Wasps sign England shadow Ali Crossdale from Saracens
Wasps have confirmed the signing of Saracens back Ali Crossdale, who will join the club at the end of the season.
Sam Smith
28 Jan 2021, 10:07
'It's an honour when I play with him, but against Bristol all bets are off' - Matavesi rates Radradra 'best in the world'
Josh Matavesi insists his camaraderie with Semi Radradra will be discarded when he collides with his Fiji team-mate in Friday’s …
PA
28 Jan 2021, 9:16
Four changes for Sale as new boss Alex Sanderson names team to face Leicester
Alex Sanderson is set to have his first match in charge of Sale two weeks after joining them as director of rugby from Saracens.
Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 8:54
'Fly-half is his No1 position': Ioan Lloyd to make first start as a Premiership ten
19-year-old Wales cap Ioan Lloyd has made his previous six Gallagher Premiership starts for Bristol at either wing or full-back.
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 8:14
Confirmed: Will Rowlands is leaving Wasps for the PRO14 in Wales
Having made a 2020 Test level breakthrough, Will Rowlands was always going to have to leave Wasps to continue playing for Wales.
Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 7:40
Buffalo Bill's latest call is relatively good news for Christian Wade's NFL future
The dream is still alive for Christian Wade in the NFL as he is set to included in at least another season with the Buffalo Bills.
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2021, 7:32
Lavanini to leave Leicester Tigers for France
Giant Puma enforcer Tomas Lavanini is set to depart Leicester Tigers at the conclusion of the 2020/21 season to join Clermont in F…
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2021, 7:00
PRO14 accused of 'shambles' over Kleyn ban compared to Liam Williams' Six Nations suspension
The PRO14 ban for Jean Kleyn of Munster has been labelled a shambles when compared to the suspension that Scarlets' Liam Williams …
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 6:48
'England will be a good barometer when it comes to it, how much we have improved'
With Ireland losing their last 4 games to England by an aggregate 131-54, Johnny Sexton accepts their next Six Nations clash will …
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 6:12
'I think if we named 30 Wallabies in our squad we'd still be bottom of the betting market'
They've been written off as wooden spoon contenders in the betting markets but former Wallabies flanker Matt Hodgson says people w…
AAP
28 Jan 2021, 6:03
Johnny Sexton admits Ireland 'didn't turn up' against France in 2020 and haven't thought about England 'at all'
The 35-year-old has already won three Six Nations titles, including a Grand Slam in 2018.
PA
28 Jan 2021, 5:35
Bristol's player release rebuke: 'If the WRU or the Scottish want to make that happen, pay the clubs'
Wales boss Wayne Pivac had pleaded for England-based players such as Bristol's Callum Sheedy not to have to go back to their clubs…
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 5:06
'There were year nines spin passing 25 metres and I couldn't even do that off my left hand at the time let alone my right'
Former pupil Cameron Redpath has explained what makes famed English rugby nursery - Sedbergh School - “the best rugby school in…
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2021, 4:58
2021 Guinness Six Nations fixtures, kick-off times and referees
All the fixtures, referees, venues and kick off times for the 2021 Guinness Six Nations Championship.  
PA
28 Jan 2021, 4:42
The odds-on favourites for an unprecedented Six Nations
Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Italy will also be looking to impress in a tournament that has been affected by the coronavirus pande…
PA
28 Jan 2021, 4:18
Newcastle embrace radical tactic to ensure Gary Graham remains ready for Scotland
Scotland depend on numerous Premiership-based players and Newcastle are going to an extreme length to ensure Gary Graham is 'bubbl…
Chris Jones
28 Jan 2021, 4:06
'My big worry is if we lose Russell, then Jaco Van Der Walt comes in' - Lions prop not convinced by 10 back-up
Russell is back in Gregor Townsend’s squad after playing less than an hour of Test rugby during 2020.
PA
28 Jan 2021, 3:53
England's undercooked Championship players defiant: 'It's not like we have been sat on a physio bed'
Owen Farrell insists England’s Saracens contingent will race out of the blocks when the Guinness Six Nations begins against Scot…
PA
27 Jan 2021, 23:41
How Wayne Pivac's Wales plan on avoiding record-equaling loss to Ireland
Wayne Pivac accepts that Ireland will present “a formidable challenge” in his team’s opening Guinness Six Nations game as Wa…
PA
27 Jan 2021, 23:34
Do NZR and RA have back-up plans if Super Rugby Trans-Tasman is put on ice due to travel restrictions?
When Super Rugby Trans-Tasman was first announced in November, six months felt like a long time to have to wait for New Zealand's …
Tom Vinicombe
27 Jan 2021, 23:21
Blues centurion announces immediate retirement from rugby
Blues talisman James Parsons has today announced that he has decided to retire from all rugby.
Online Editors
27 Jan 2021, 17:07
Blues follow in Crusaders' footsteps, overhaul talent identification and development structures
In somewhat of an acknowledgement that too much talent has slipped through their fingers over the years, the Blues and the Northla…
Online Editors
27 Jan 2021, 15:42
Turbulent times
Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie was an enforcer for the All Blacks during some of New Zealand rugby's most chaotic years.
LONG READ
Lynn McConnell
27 Jan 2021, 15:20
Gustard's comments after joining Benetton were telling about set-up at Harlequins: Andy Goode
The swift exit of Paul Gustard from Harlequins has raised eyebrows and the message coming out of the club about culture raises eve…
Andy Goode
27 Jan 2021, 14:51
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 14: Mr Nice, the darker side of Galthie, changing rooms and the legend of Pete Murchie
Ryan Wilson and Jamie Roberts are joined on the RugbyPass Offload panel by former Scotland international and Francophile Johnnie B…
RugbyPass
27 Jan 2021, 14:23
Six Nations title hype: 'It's a young team, the average age is 24, the players have ten caps on average'
England boss Eddie Jones has talked up France but Fabien Galthie is more reserved about their 2021 Six Nations title chances.
PA
27 Jan 2021, 13:57
How Kyle Sinckler is coping with F-bomb ban: 'Today we came off our team run and he was one of the most vocal'
Two weeks after Kyle Sinckler was banned for the start of the Six Nations, Bristol boss Pat Lam has outlined how his England prop …
Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2021, 13:14
Wales skipper Jones issues plea to British and Irish Lions tour organisers
Veteran Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones has revealed that he and other home nations captains have been in talks with Lions tour offic…
PA
27 Jan 2021, 12:25
Six Nations still waiting on French government travel guarantee for Scotland and Wales games
It still isn't fully certain that Scotland will be able to travel to France for the late February Six Nations game in Paris.
AAP
27 Jan 2021, 12:10
Ulster sign Leone Nakarawa, agree contract extensions for Madigan and Herring
Fijian Olympic medal winner Leone Nakarawa will join Ulster at the end of the season following a difficult second stint at Glasgow…
Online Editors
27 Jan 2021, 11:51
Wasps sign Ealing tighthead Millar-Mills
New Wasps recruit Elliot Millar-Mills was involved in the recent Trailfinders Cup win by Ealing over Billy Vunipola's Saracens.
Online Editors
27 Jan 2021, 11:33
Lyon raid Leicester to sign Jordan Taufua as medical joker for injured Mathieu Bastareaud
One-time All Blacks prospect Jordan Taufua struggled to get in the Leicester side this season and he has now left to join Lyon in …
Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2021, 11:09
Giant chessboards, fire-pits, open-sided marquee: Life in England's Six Nations camp with tightened rules for socialising
What happened to Fiji at the Autumn Nations Cup has had ramifications for England and how they will run their Six Nations camp.
PA
27 Jan 2021, 10:40
Wales issue fitness update on Jones' knee ahead of Six Nations opener
Alun Wyn Jones was injured on December 5 and the race is on to see can he be fit in time for the February 7 Wales versus Ireland g…
PA
27 Jan 2021, 10:20
Scotland's plan for England: 'Get in their face and make it confrontational'
Scotland kick off the 2021 Six Nations away to England and Stuart Hogg has outlined the blueprint needed for first Twickenham win …
PA
27 Jan 2021, 9:49
Building the dynasty
Brendan Venter helped spawn the careers of some of English rugby's sharpest coaches. This is his dynasty.
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Jamie Lyall
27 Jan 2021, 9:10
Ireland deliver latest medical bulletin on skipper Sexton and prop Furlong who last played 11 months ago
It wouldn't be a proper Six Nations build-up without the traditional injury scare for Ireland out-half Johnny Sexton.
PA
27 Jan 2021, 6:31
'No ifs or buts, it's as clear as a day': Eddie Jones has given his take on Joe Marler's England future
Joe Marler pulled out of the England squad on Monday and Eddie Jones has spoken two days later about the loosehead's Test level fu…
PA
27 Jan 2021, 5:50
'Now I'm close to it, the actual main goal is to beat Mark Cueto'
Chris Ashton is just 4 tries behind Tom Varndell on the all-time Premiership list but he has quipped how beating pal Mark Cueto is…
Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2021, 5:00
'I was picking his brains': Tom Youngs is nearly 7 years older than Leicester's latest recruit but the learning never stops
Veteran Tom Youngs has an interesting few months ahead at Leicester following the arrival of Argentine hooker Julian Montoya.
Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2021, 4:22
Paolo Odogwu jokes at his own expense, admitting he signed new club contract 15 days before England call-up
People feel Paolo Odogwu is quids in at Wasps, signing a new deal after England call-up, but he has admitted he put pen to paper b…
Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2021, 3:36
Veteran official Jaco Peyper set to join exclusive refereeing club this weekend
Experienced South African official Jaco Peyper is set to join an exclusive club of referees this weekend.
Online Editors
27 Jan 2021, 0:13
Crusaders set for talent logjam after utility back David Havili reveals his preferred playing position
Crusaders utility back David Havili has revealed which position he wants to play this season as he targets a return to the All Bla…
Alex McLeod
26 Jan 2021, 23:42
'There's a target on our back': Brumbies star eyes Super Rugby Trans-Tasman title over Kiwi counterparts
Super Rugby Trans-Tasman is still four months away, but a Brumbies star is already eyeing a title challenge when Australia's Super…
Alex McLeod
26 Jan 2021, 20:46
Super Rugby Aotearoa sides unveil new away jerseys following kit clash chaos last season
The chances of any kit clashes in this year's edition of Super Rugby have been eliminated after the unveiling of a new set of away…
Online Editors
26 Jan 2021, 18:28
Crusaders hooker ruled out of Super Rugby season through injury
The Crusaders will be without their second-string hooker for the entire Super Rugby season.
Alex McLeod
26 Jan 2021, 16:07
'It was pretty competitive, I'll tell you': Leicester revive old school tactic of full-on, in-house trial match
Without a match since January 3, Leicester got stuck into each with a trial game in which skipper Tom Youngs was on the losing sid…
Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 15:20
The faith-restoring promise made to Bath after Premiership testing blunder
Bath were forced to close their training ground last week after results in their Premiership virus testing round were miscalculate…
PA
26 Jan 2021, 13:33
Ashton's first Worcester media conference: Quins fallout, family upheaval and that sought-after Premiership try record
England wing Chris Ashton has taken his first media conference as a Worcester player after signing from Harlequins at the start of…
Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 12:53
Bath finally complete signing of South African Jacques du Toit
It was December when RugbyPass first reported that Jacques du Toit of the Cheetahs would be signing for Bath in the new year.
Online Editors
26 Jan 2021, 10:41
The Times They Are-a-Changin'
Some 150 years since the RFU's inception, professional rugby finds itself amid a sea of icebergs, any one of which might bring it …
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Michael Aylwin
26 Jan 2021, 10:35
'Some Quins players had clandestine meetings with the CEO': The Rugby Pod's inside story on hurried Gustard exit
Reports last week suggested Paul Gustard was sacked for poor results but The Rugby Pod have a different take on what happened at H…
Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 9:56
Sam Underhill becomes third England forward to drop out of Six Nations squad
England lost two forwards on Monday for the 2021 Six Nations and they have now lost a third as back row Sam Underhill has opted ou…
Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 8:11
'I feel truly blessed': Big Bill Mata has extended his Edinburgh contract
Rio Olympics gold medal winner Bill Mata was in demand over the winter as other clubs courted him but the Fijian is staying at Edi…
Online Editors
26 Jan 2021, 7:40
Paul Gustard has landed a surprise new job in Italy just 6 days after leaving Harlequins
There was much speculation about the next destination for Paul Gustard after he left Harlequins last week but Italy wasn't mention…
Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 7:01
Mako Vunipola opens up on Joe Marler's latest England absence
Joe Marler has opted out of England duty for the 2021 Six Nations, a development fellow loosehead Mako Vunipola has had his say on…
Chris Jones
26 Jan 2021, 5:30
Six Nations defectors: 40 players who swapped allegiances
Playing for 2 countries at Test level has been outlawed for some time but Six Nations highlights how changing allegiance still hap…
Josh Raisey
26 Jan 2021, 4:45
The final journey
Why South Africa's 2019 World Cup victory resonated more deeply than the 1995 and 2007 triumphs.
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Martin Gillingham
26 Jan 2021, 4:20
'I'm extremely keen': Kurtley Beale outlines World Cup ambitions as he eyes Wallabies comeback
Kurtley Beale has outlined his ambition to return to the Australian national set-up under Dave Rennie as he eyes a place at the 20…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 23:21
'Has he completed the Premiership set now?': Chris Ashton joins illustrious club - but not the one you think
In the amateur days of rugby, it was not unusual for top players to represent one club throughout their long and storied careers. …
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 22:07
Fans question Six Nations feasibility, rally behind Joe Marler following his 'totally understandable' decision
Representing your nation is generally considered the pinnacle of any sport - it's an honour and a luxury awarded to few, and one t…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 20:46
Former All Blacks selector and inaugural North Harbour coach passes away
Former All Blacks selector and USA, Bristol and North Harbour coach Peter Thorburn has passed away following a short illness.
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 19:35
Will history look back favourably on one of New Zealand Rugby's stalwarts?
In a rugby sense, history may not judge outgoing NZR chairman Brent Impey that favourably; that a juggernaut ground to somewhat of…
Hamish Bidwell
25 Jan 2021, 19:23
Major League Rugby hampered by COVID-19 yet again as title contenders prepare for season away from home
Major League Rugby has been hit with another COVID-19-related disruption ahead of the 2021 campaign, with one of the competition's…
Alex McLeod
25 Jan 2021, 18:54
Former Chiefs wing Bryce Heem quits Toulon to return to New Zealand
Former Chiefs wing Bryce Heem has ended his time with French giants Toulon and returned to New Zealand due to “major family reas…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 17:25
Unburdened and unbowed
Liam Squire sets the record straight on the media storm that was his 2019 season.
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Tom Vinicombe
25 Jan 2021, 16:41
Game starved Saracens have organised another two friendlies.
Saracens have organised two friendly fixtures against Coventry Rugby for February as they bid to get their squad some much-needed …
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2021, 14:12
'They felt it would be best to amputate my leg' - Bobby de Wee and the 'shark attack'
Bobby de Wee likes to tell people that the vivid scar running from his left hip to his knee is the legacy of a childhood shark att…
Jamie Lyall
25 Jan 2021, 14:07
'We won't be made to feel like we don't exist. There's 2.7 million of us'
A couple of weeks ago, Bristol Bears player Stefania Evans launched the #ICare movement: A call for women’s rugby players and fa…
Jess Hayden
25 Jan 2021, 13:15
Winners and losers from Ireland's 36-man Six Nations squad
Andy Farrell has included two uncapped players, but as usual those who missed out are stealing the headlines.
Ciarán Kennedy
25 Jan 2021, 11:51
Why a Putin backed Russian Rugby World Cup in 2027 isn't as far fetched as it sounds
Russian Rugby's bid for the global rugby showpiece, launched in 2019, came as a massive surprise to many in established rugby nati…
Denis Frank
25 Jan 2021, 11:22
Worcester Warriors confirm signing of Chris Ashton
Ashton has joined the injury-hit club with immediate effect on a contract to the end of the 2021/22 season.
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 11:19
No play-offs for Europe as Pro14 confirm fixture list for season conclusion
A total of 29 games will be played between February 19 and March 22, with the winners of Conferences A and B qualifying directly f…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 10:39
'Tired' Minozzi the headline omission in Italy's 32-man Six Nations squad
Franco Smith has named a squad largely similar to the group selected for the autumn international window, with the addition of six…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 10:13
Wasps boss confirms extent of Joe Launchbury's leg break
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has revealed England lock Joe Launchbury will be out for six weeks with a stress fracture but believes he …
Chris Jones
25 Jan 2021, 9:35
Joe Marler explains the 'personal reasons' behind his England withdrawal
England loosehead Joe Marler has taken to Twitter to explain the 'personal reasons' behind why he's withdrawing from England duty.…
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2021, 9:11
Marler and Launchbury withdrawn from England squad
England have been forced to withdraw Harlequins prop Joe Marler and Wasps second row Joe Launchbury from their Guinness Six Nation…
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2021, 8:37
Former England stand-off signs one-year contract extension to continue Welsh adventure
England international Stephen Myler has signed a one-year contract extension with the Ospreys. The Guinness PRO14 side announced f…
PA
25 Jan 2021, 8:29
Brian O'Driscoll takes swipe at Irish moaners in wake of Six Nations squad
The criticism that the Ireland squad has received by fans is not something that is new to Brian O’Driscoll these days.
Josh Raisey
25 Jan 2021, 8:21
Double boost for Harlequins as both Chisholm brothers sign new contracts
Ross Chisholm extends a 12-season relationship with Harlequins, while younger brother James recently played his 100th game for the…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 7:23
Edinburgh secure second-row Jamie Hodgson for 2021-22 season
The 22-year-old has made eight appearances this term across the Guinness PRO14 and Heineken Champions Cup.
PA
25 Jan 2021, 6:34
Paolo Odogwu's stunning form rewarded with new Wasps deal
The 23-year-old is Wasps’ leading try scorer this season, with six tries in just eight games so far this term.
Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 5:35
Andy Farrell includes two uncapped players in Ireland's 36-man Six Nations squad
Leinster prop Tadhg Furlong makes the cut despite his lengthy injury lay-off, although there is no room for Ulster back Jacob Stoc…
Ciarán Kennedy
25 Jan 2021, 5:05
Wallabies star returns to Brumbies training camp ahead of 10th Super Rugby campaign
The Brumbies have welcomed the return of one of their star men to their pre-season training camp, just over three weeks out from t…
Alex McLeod
25 Jan 2021, 1:22
Virimi Vakatawa withdrawn from France's Six Nations squad as Les Bleus injury toll rises
France have been dealt another personnel blow in the lead-up to their Six Nations campaign.
Online Editors
24 Jan 2021, 23:43
The race to replace Beauden Barrett: Who starts for the Blues in their 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa opener?
With Super Rugby Aotearoa due to kick-off in just over a month, the Blues have plenty to weigh up as they look to fill the void le…
Alex McLeod
24 Jan 2021, 21:03
Watch: South African fans erupt as Sharks player hit with horror tackle in Currie Cup semi-final
Fans have taken to Twitter in reaction to a massive tackle in a Currie Cup semi-final that has sent shockwaves across South Africa…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2021, 18:15
England centre Ollie Lawrence flattered by Manu Tuilagi comparisons
The England newcomer hopes to make a mark in the Six Nations.
PA
24 Jan 2021, 17:16
Fit to burst
Pre-season training can often be unpleasant, but it can also create lasting, and good, memories.
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Liam Messam
24 Jan 2021, 17:02
'It just felt right' - Cameron Redpath explains choosing Scotland over England
Cameron Redpath says that choosing Scotland over England was a matter of timing, but admits 'it felt right' when he told his Scott…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2021, 14:09
Two try Rhys Webb rubbishes Wales' snub by steering Ospreys to comeback victory at Connacht
Rhys Webb responded to his omission from Wales’ Six Nations squad with two tries in Ospreys’ impressive come-from-behind 26-20…
PA
24 Jan 2021, 12:45
'One of the greatest Italian rugby players of all time' - Leonardo Ghiraldini calls time on Test career
Italian hooker, Leonardo Ghiraldini, who won 107 caps for the Azzuri, has called time on a 14-year Test career.
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2021, 12:27
Leinster and Wasps centre Brendan Macken retires at 29
Former Leinster, Wasps and London Irish centre Brendan Macken has hung up his boots at the age of 29.
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2021, 10:32
'It was an accident' - The time James Botham spoke over Alun Wyn Jones and instantly regretted it
After a promising Autumn Nations Cup, Wales flanker James Botham was one of the surprise omissions from Wayne Pivac's Guinness Six…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2021, 10:07
'Very, very pleased' - Edinburgh defence coach heralds win despite red card for centre
Edinburgh have had a difficult Guinness PRO14 campaign so far but it is now two wins in their last three games following Saturday…
PA
24 Jan 2021, 8:11
'So many of you have asked' - Nigel Owens' offers take on hotly debated KO carry
Over the weekend a carry by Cardiff Blues frontrow Dmitri Arhip against local rivals Scarlets in the PRO14 ignited a debate over w…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2021, 6:41
'There were tears and I broke down in front of the missus one day... I'd do anything to go back and play'
The one-year anniversary of the tackle-causing stroke which ended the career of Bristol midfielder Will Hurrell didn't pass withou…
Liam Heagney
24 Jan 2021, 5:17
'That was pure speculation. I have not been involved in any of that stuff since I was a young kid'
Two Alun Walker tries helped Ealing beat Saracens and saw him linked to a Scotland call-up, but he isn't the type to easily get ca…
Liam Heagney
24 Jan 2021, 5:02
Reports: Jaco Coetzee is Zach Mercer's rumoured replacement at Bath
Bath may have found their replacement for Montpellier bound No.8 Zach Mercer, at least according to social media reports last nigh…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2021, 4:59
'He was on his bed stark-bollock naked, they ran in, flipped his bed, turned his room over and then just legged it'
Mike Brown has picked ex-England and Harlequins forward Nick Easter as the ninth player to be selected on the RugbyPass Offload To…
Liam Heagney
24 Jan 2021, 4:53
From lost boy to libert
Kurtley Beale has charted a turbulent path from troubled wonderkid and rehab patient to joyous Racing 92 galactico.
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Jamie Lyall
24 Jan 2021, 4:00
The 6 foot 8 flyhalf who went from Loughborough's 5ths to the engine room of Toulouse
For two hours at a time, twice a day, Thibaud Flament sits inside the hyperbaric chamber in a Toulouse hospital, oxygen mask strap…
Jamie Lyall
24 Jan 2021, 3:26
'I feel embarrassed being at the same table as him': The 'outstanding' coach that left Eddie Jones in awe
England head coach Eddie Jones admits to being embarrassed by the brilliance of a coaching supremo in advance of the Six Nations.
PA
24 Jan 2021, 0:56
'The injuries I had, people think of them as career-ending': All Blacks Sevens' new recruit spent 18 months on the sidelines
In 2018, having undergone his fourth major surgery in a little over a year, Moses Leo could have been forgiven for turning his bac…
Tom Vinicombe
23 Jan 2021, 23:23
Best of the best: The top 10 Super Rugby wings in 2021
As the Super Rugby Aotearoa, Super Rugby AU and Super Rugby Trans-Tasman competitions inch closer to kick-off, a panel of RugbyPas…
Alex McLeod
23 Jan 2021, 21:07
Video: Brilliant try from Leinster's Jordan Larmour rips win from Munster's grasp
Jordan Larmour’s 68th-minute try ripped the result out of Munster’s grasp as Leinster triumphed 13-10 in a Guinness PRO14 dogf…
PA
23 Jan 2021, 17:09
Shock upset in Currie Cup semi-final as Stormers farewell Newlands
The Sharks advanced to the Currie Cup final after they edged Western Province 19-9 at Newlands in Cape Town on Saturday.
Online Editors
23 Jan 2021, 15:50
South African rugby mourns death of S&C coach Sandile Sibeko at 42
South African rugby are today morning the death of the Springbok Women's and Imbokodo strength and conditioning coach, Sandile Sib…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2021, 15:36
'I have seen kick-offs go behind the kicker, seen conversions go through the posts and then back'
Ospreys head coach Toby Booth says his side will have to adapt to the Sportsground's notoriously inclement weather conditions if t…
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2021, 11:45
England's mission: 'The ball is in play 32 minutes... and we want to be an impossible team to play against'
With England heading into 2021 unbeaten in their last eight outings, Eddie Jones has set them a mission for their Six Nations titl…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2021, 10:25
Red card fails to stop Edinburgh grinding out win over Zebre
Zebre pulled level with Edinburgh early in the second half in Parma on Saturday but they didn't have the nous to secure a PRO14 wi…
PA
23 Jan 2021, 10:25
Virimi Vakatawa suffers Six Nations injury scare
Virimi Vakatawa was included in the 37-strong France squad named on January 11 but there is now a doubt over his Six Nations parti…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2021, 9:57
Harlequins admit Gustard did not suit their environment
Harlequins have revealed in a searingly honest verdict on Paul Gustard’s time as Head of Rugby why they had to part company with…
Chris Jones
23 Jan 2021, 7:57
Andy Goode: My takeaways from England's Six Nations selection
A couple of names may be making the headlines but England’s Six Nations squad is largely as expected and they should be able to …
Andy Goode
23 Jan 2021, 7:19
'You do get some autocratic bullies as coaches. It's my way or the highway and they surround themselves with yes men'
Former Premiership and PRO14 tighthead John Andress, who is now an agent, has reflected on the coaches he encountered during his l…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2021, 7:05
Sinckler ban and Redpath defection off limits at England squad announcement
Chatty Eddie Jones unveiled his England Six Nations squad on Friday but Kyle Sinckler and Cameron Redpath were 2 names that made h…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2021, 6:44
Overseas stars on ice as Japanese Top League season pushed back
The start of Japanese Top League has been pushed back until February, the organisation have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2021, 6:36
The Bob Dwyer advice which convinced Eddie Jones that 'world-class' Paolo Odogwu was England must-pick
When it came to considering Paolo Odogwu for an England call-up, long-ago advice from Bob Dwyer made the difference for Eddie Jone…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2021, 5:30
Alldritt's shock omission from the French squad explained
France star Gregory Alldritt has explained the circumstances that saw him removed from the national squad earlier this week.
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2021, 5:16
Cockerill among three to miss flight to Italy
Head coach Richard Cockerill and two others have been forced to miss their flight to Italy to take on Zebre in Parma in the PRO14 …
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2021, 4:52
England's verdict on the 62-day layoff between games for skipper Farrell and other Saracens players
Saracens players like England skipper Owen Farrell won't have played any game in nine weeks when they line up against Scotland on …
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2021, 3:47
Proving his worth
James Botham is stepping out of the shadows of his grandfather's sporting legend
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Ross Harries
23 Jan 2021, 2:40
'He is one of the most underrated props in South Africa'
Western Province head coach John Dobson said he is excited to see what the experienced Alistair Vermaak will bring in Steven Kitsh…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2021, 0:26
'Rugby's a bit dull at the moment': Danny Cipriani hits out at England playing ahead of Six Nations campaign
Star playmaker Danny Cipriani has hit out at England's "dull" style of play on the same weekend that England boss Eddie Jones name…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 23:34
Watch: Jordie Barrett, Will Jordan show off cricket credentials in thrilling cross-code defeat to former Black Caps
Jordie Barrett and Will Jordan have starred with bat in hand, despite their loss in a cross-code cricket clash between past and pr…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 20:44
Brumbies veteran singles out the three young guns ready to take Super Rugby by storm
As the intensity of pre-season training ramps up, one Brumbies veteran has singled out three players that have been keeping him on…
Alex McLeod
22 Jan 2021, 19:28
Dai Young makes winning start as Cardiff Blues triumph at Scarlets
Cardiff Blues interim director of rugby Dai Young celebrated his return to the region after a 10-year absence with a 13-10 win ove…
PA
22 Jan 2021, 18:09
Culture clash
If the New Zealand Rugby strikes a private equity deal, it is going to force a radical culture shift in the All Blacks' traditiona…
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Gregor Paul
22 Jan 2021, 16:05
'There were question marks maybe about his toughness' - the unlikely Welsh player England targeted at the 2015 RWC
Harlequins fullback Mike Brown has shed light on how England targeted Wales skipper Sam Warburton in the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2021, 14:56
'Has it been disruptive? Not one iota': Eddie Jones' self-isolation boast
England boss Eddie Jones was four days down, six more to go in self-isolation when he unveiled his 28-strong Six Nations squad on …
Liam Heagney
22 Jan 2021, 13:48
'Genuinely baffled' - England's back row selection the major talking point in Jones' squad
Wasps flanker Jack Willis is England’s unlucky absentee this Guinness Six Nations after missing out on Eddie Jones’ slimline 2…
Josh Raisey
22 Jan 2021, 13:15
'There was no hesitation about the fact that he wanted to play for England'
In a week Cameron Redpath was lost to Scotland, Eddie Jones has expressed delight Harry Randall and Paolo Odogwu have declared for…
Liam Heagney
22 Jan 2021, 13:15
The Heath Robinson passing test that put Harry Randall on course for England cap
Harry Randall has put himself in line for a first England cap thanks to a speed camera from America, a stool, hula hoop and a cric…
Chris Jones
22 Jan 2021, 12:48
The ten major omissions from England's Six Nations squad
There were always going to be casualties in a limited England Six Nations squad of 28-men and Eddie Jones has had to make hard dec…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 12:03
Eddie Jones names 28-man England Six Nations squad
Head coach Eddie Jones has named a reduced 28-man England Six Nations squad, but has still managed to spring at least one surprise…
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2021, 11:31
Scotland prop Bhatti returns to Glasgow Warriors
Scotland prop Jamie Bhatti has agreed a return to Glasgow Warriors, just two years after leaving the side for local rivals Edinbur…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 8:44
Ireland centre Ringrose returns to action as Leinster and Munster name teams for PRO14 derby
Ireland centre Garry Ringrose will make his first start for Leinster since sustaining a jaw injury in the Heineken Champions Cup i…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 7:41
'Delighted to extend my stay at the club I love': Care signs Harlequins extension
It was 2006 when Danny Care first played for Harlequins and the 34-year isn't leaving yet as he has just agreed to a contract exte…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 7:38
Benetton sign Rhyno Smith in major coup for struggling PRO14 side
Benetton Rugby have landed a major coup with the confirmation of the signing of Rhyno Smith from the Cheetahs on a two and half ye…
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2021, 6:42
Rob Kearney's 'subtle hints' helping Western Force coach
The Force have added a glut of international stars to their roster during the off-season, with former Ireland fullback Rob Kearney…
AAP
22 Jan 2021, 6:12
'I was actually planning that night out with Alex Cuthbert with ten minutes left of the game'
England were tipped to win the 2013 Six Nations Grand Slam in Cardiff but it instead became one of greatest nights out for Jamie R…
Liam Heagney
22 Jan 2021, 5:54
Why South Africans make such good rugby players
There's probably not a professional team across the continent who can't boast at least one or two South Africans on their books.
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2021, 5:28
'Sometimes within the England team we do have that problem of egos or cliques or groups, people put on pedestals'
RugbyPass Offload guest Mike Brown has revisted the fall-out regarding Sam Burgess quiting rugby union after the 2015 World Cup wi…
Liam Heagney
22 Jan 2021, 4:22
Saracens forced to cancel match with Doncaster as 34 players unavailable
Saracens’ match against Doncaster Knights in the Trailfinders Challenge Cup has been cancelled.
Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 4:05
Five test stars who could feature at this year's Tokyo Olympics
A raft of test stars headlined rugby's return to the Olympics in 2016, but which current crop of internationals could grace the fi…
Alex McLeod
22 Jan 2021, 0:09
'It was the hardest time of my life': Crusaders coach reveals harrowing COVID-19 battle
Crusaders assistant coach Jason Ryan has opened up about his COVID-19 ordeal after he caught the virus during last year's tour to …
Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 19:20
Son of sevens legend and current Highlanders fullback key names in New Zealand national sevens selections
Northland’s Brady Rush, son of All Blacks Sevens legend Eric Rush, is set to follow in his father’s footsteps, joining the All…
Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 17:06
Sabbatical or bust?: How history favoured New Zealand's returning All Blacks
A host of household All Blacks names have headed offshore to pursue other playing opportunities, and while their departures will l…
Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 16:13
Bath Rugby statement: Randox testing error
Bath have said they were extremely relieved to hear of the false alarm regarding their Covid-19, which incorrectly suggested 19 pe…
Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 15:37
Report: Ospreys interested in Wales and England qualified Super Rugby star
Welsh PRO14 outfit Ospreys are said to be interested in Highlanders utility back Michael Collins.
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2021, 14:45
What happened to the 8 uncapped England players chosen last January for the start of the 2020 Six Nations
Unlike this Friday's 2021 Six Nations squad announcement, Eddie Jones had ample room for fresh faces when he unveiled England Clas…
Liam Heagney
21 Jan 2021, 13:44
Premiership Rugby admit testing error erroneously caused Bath training ground shutdown
A cloud was left hanging over the Premiership on Tuesday when test results led to the closure of the Bath training ground at Farle…
PA
21 Jan 2021, 13:30
'It took my breath away' - Exeter Chiefs Rob Baxter named personality of the year by rugby writers' club
Baxter led the Chiefs to a Premiership and European Champions Cup double last season.
PA
21 Jan 2021, 13:24
Fiji boss sends warning to overseas XVs stars hopping on Olympic bandwagon
Fiji’s overseas-based stars have been warned the continuing disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic will make it even tougher…
Chris Jones
21 Jan 2021, 13:08
The odd couple
Mark Durden-Smith and David Flatman make a classic TV double act but what do they make of each other?
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Owain Jones
21 Jan 2021, 10:50
'We're not going to get relegated' - Gloucester CEO wants to scrap relegation
Gloucester CEO Lance Bradley says he wants to scrap relegation, for this season at least, as the result of dropping to the Champio…
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2021, 10:40
Malakai Fekitoa has shared a picture to gladden the hearts of all Wasps fans
It nearly 15 weeks - an October 10 semi-final vs Bristol - since powerhouse midfielder Malakai Fekitoa was last seen in action wit…
Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2021, 10:23
Glasgow re-sign highly rated teenager Dobie
Nineteen-year-old Jamie Dobie has agreed to new terms with Glasgow Warriors, the club have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2021, 8:36
'A fat black eye to go with the non-selection as well. Te'o is a handy one with his fists'
Mike Brown has had his say on RugbyPass Offload 17 months after an England team social in Italy didn't turn out as planned due to …
Liam Heagney
21 Jan 2021, 8:20
Gregory Alldritt 'withdrawn' by France and replaced in Six Nations squad
France's star back row Grégory Alldritt has withdrawn from their 37-man squad which is currently preparing for the first match of…
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2021, 8:05
England bolter tipped for selection despite little room for Six Nations squad experimentation
Eddie Jones’ scope to surprise when he names England’s Guinness Six Nations squad from self-isolation has been severely restri…
PA
21 Jan 2021, 7:36
Paul Gustard's 'other opportunities' don't include Wales defence role
Former Harlequins head coach Paul Gustard - who dramatically departed the Gallagher Premiership club mid-season - had not been lin…
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2021, 6:49
What an apologetic Liam Williams did once he had cooled down following recent 'hot-headed' red card
Liam Williams was roundly criticised for his recent red card and his surly reaction, but Scarlets have now revealed what he did af…
Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 6:34
Edinburgh hold on to Jaco Van der Walt
Edinburgh Rugby have managed to hold on to stand-off Jaco van der Walt, who has become the latest star to re-sign with the capital…
Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 6:09
Winners and losers from Scotland's 35-man Six Nations squad
It is typically hard to predict a Gregor Townsend squad and even harder to guess how Scotland will fare this spring, as they look …
Jamie Lyall
21 Jan 2021, 5:54
'He used to go off at players like Marland Yarde all the time, little nicknames, little comments to try and wind him up'
Last capped in 2018, Mike Brown has delivered a compelling look back on how mentally testing his time with England was under Eddie…
Liam Heagney
21 Jan 2021, 4:38
'To be honest I don't really care' - Waratahs' new skipper defiant
Jake Gordon can lean on just one game of captaincy experience after taking over the leadership of the Waratahs.
AAP
21 Jan 2021, 3:54
Major changes on the cards for New Zealand Rugby as chairman reveals intentions to step down
Brent Impey has confirmed that he will step down as chairman of New Zealand Rugby in the coming months.
Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 0:37
Super League club responds to rumours that Israel Folau is set for a return to union
Catalans Dragons have shot down reports that dual-code Australian international Israel Folau has turned his back on the club and c…
PA
20 Jan 2021, 22:41
'That's something we've really tried to focus on since we've been back': The much needed tweak to Super Rugby preparations
This time last year, the Brumbies were busy preparing for the Super Rugby season while camped out away from home in Newcastle. In …
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 22:24
Pre-season power rankings: Why Jordie Barrett is the top fullback in Super Rugby
Ahead of the Super Rugby season, a quintet of RugbyPass' Southern Hemisphere-based writers have attempted to rank the top fullback…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Jan 2021, 21:01
Mending a broken heart
No one in Australia rated Jake McIntyre in 2017. That might change in 2021 now he’s signed with the Western Force.
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Christy Doran
20 Jan 2021, 17:34
Raisuque learns his fate for bizarre 'referee-lifting' Pro D2 celebration
Josaia Raisuque, the Fijian winger at Pro D2 Nevers, was red-carded on January 9 for lifting a referee into the air to celebrate w…
Liam Heagney
20 Jan 2021, 15:48
'Criminal': England fans fume as Scottish pick Redpath becomes latest player to slip through net
Wales' Johnny Williams, Callum Sheedy, Nick Tompkins and now Scotland pick Cameron Redpath has all slipped through the England net…
Josh Raisey
20 Jan 2021, 14:25
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 13: Mike Brown and Jamie Roberts on rivalries, World Cups, bust-ups and Lions tours
England full-back Mike Brown joins Wales midfielder Jamie Roberts on RugbyPass Offload to chat through his career ups and downs.
RugbyPass
20 Jan 2021, 14:25
Why Scotland have 38 at training next week while round one rivals England will make do with 28
Gregor Townsend has selected a Scotland Six Nations squad of 35 and an additional three youngsters for training next week at Oriam…
Liam Heagney
20 Jan 2021, 14:15
'If Dan Lydiate is being selected - and he certainly deserves to be - then Jamie Roberts does too'
Wayne Pivac's 36-strong squad for the 2021 Six Nations has fired up Wales fans who were looking for in-form Jamie Roberts to be re…
Josh Raisey
20 Jan 2021, 13:54
Trading places
Former prop John Andress is using the personal touch to guide players through tough times
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Liam Heagney
20 Jan 2021, 12:12
WRU 'blocked' Rhys Priestland's Wales recall
With Rhys Priestland expected to join Cardiff next season, Wayne Pivac asked the WRU if they could bend the 60-cap Wales players a…
PA
20 Jan 2021, 10:44
Paul Gustard has left Harlequins with immediate effect
It was summer 2018 when ex-England assistant Paul Gustard succeeded John Kingston as director of rugby at Harlequins.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 9:54
'It could be a 10-year international career': Scotland celebrate capture of ex-England age-grade player Redpath
Ex-England U20 Cameron Redpath turned down Scotland for the Autumn Nations Cup but he is now ready to follow in the footsteps of d…
Liam Heagney
20 Jan 2021, 9:37
Confirmed: Julian Montoya joins Leicester with immediate effect
Steve Borthwick's Leicester have signed off on a deal for Argentina hooker Julian Montoya to link up with them with immediate effe…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 8:46
Eddie Jones has added a Championship coach to his England staff for the Six Nations
With John Mitchell the last coach standing this week, Eddie Jones has recruited an assistant from the Championship for the Six Nat…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 8:04
Cameron Redpath one of 4 uncapped players as Scotland name 35-man Six Nations squad
Having finished off last year's Six Nations with an October flourish in Wales, Gregor Townsend has named his Scotland 35 for 2021.…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 7:31
Wales include one uncapped player in 36-man Six Nations squad, ignore calls for Priestland recall
The pressure is on Wayne Pivac to deliver with Wales in 2021 and the Kiwi has announced a 36-man squad for the upcoming Six Nation…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 7:11
'There are many people out there who think they know better' - Simon Orange pens open letter to Sale fans
With Champions Cup games cancelled, Sale boss Simon Orange has explained why the Premiership didn't bring games forward to fill th…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 6:56
Eddie Jones forced to self-isolate for 10 days after England assistant coach tests positive
Eddie Jones lost one assistant coach last week and the England boss has now been forced to self-isolate because of issues with ano…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 6:28
Kyle Sinckler's riveting citing hearing evidence: Claims tackle was potential leg-breaker, accuses Exeter players of laughing at him
The short form judgment wasn't published last week when Kyle Sinckler was banned but the RFU have now revealed what happened at th…
Liam Heagney
20 Jan 2021, 5:04
'I'll choose my words carefully': EPCR boss hits out at French government's Champions Cup call-off
Ex-England wing Simon Halliday is EPCR chairman and he has been left flabbergasted by French government interference in the Champi…
Liam Heagney
20 Jan 2021, 4:16
'I wouldn't write it off': Ex-Wallabies star Sean McMahon reveals plans for World Cup, Super Rugby and Olympics
It has been little more than three years since Sean McMahon left Australia to pursue a career in Japan, but the former Wallaby has…
Alex McLeod
20 Jan 2021, 0:06
Major League Rugby suffers another blow as expansion side delay introduction until 2022
While professional sports in America have been in full swing since last season's NBA finals were moved to Disney World, it's been …
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 19:47
'It's tough when you put a lot of effort into building a team': Former Jaguar finds solace with fellow Super Rugby outcasts
Star Argentinian scrumhalf Tomás Cubelli says he feels the pain of the Western Force's past heartbreak after the Jaguares were al…
AAP
19 Jan 2021, 16:30
'If you haven't been in a scrum for 8 months you're going to come back and be saying, How do I do this again?'
Logovi'i Mulipola explains his Gloucester detour, saying he couldn't handle the thought of 8 'boring' months in between games at N…
Chris Jones
19 Jan 2021, 14:49
Rachael Burford: In rugby, players are punished for showing their true selves
Rugby must learn from other sports and start promoting itself by allowing its players to let their hair down and show their true c…
Rachael Burford
19 Jan 2021, 14:26
'He's sorry for leaving, he wants his house back': The Rugby Pod debates Chris Ashton's next move
The future of veteran winger Chris Ashton is unclear as he is leaving Harlequins, whom he joined last March after exiting Sale in …
Liam Heagney
19 Jan 2021, 13:59
'No grudges': Dai Young breaks silence on 11-month-old Wasps departure ahead of first outing back at Cardiff
It was February last year when the long-serving Dai Young parted company with Wasps, the Premiership club where his son Thomas sti…
PA
19 Jan 2021, 12:15
'Rugby needs good news': EPCR boss delivers update on whether South African clubs like the Bulls can play Champions Cup
Powerhouse South African franchises such as the Bulls, who will soon play in PRO16, want to also qualify for the European Champion…
Liam Heagney
19 Jan 2021, 11:54
Try your eyes
Bryan Habana's incredible Test scoring record wasn't just down to his speed
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Simnikiwe Xabanisa
19 Jan 2021, 11:51
'Anxious time for us all': Bath shut their training ground
Bath, who were last in Premiership action on January 8, have had their training ground closed following the latest round of virus …
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 9:42
Sam Johnson signs Glasgow extension, Huw Jones linked with Top 14 switch
Glasgow have reached a deal for Sam Johnson to extend his Scotstoun contract, but Huw Jones is now reportedly getting interest fro…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 9:15
Toulouse sign Pumas midfielder on 10-month deal to help tide them over in Ntamack's absence
Toulouse have turned to Argentina midfielder Juan Cruz Mallia after a double jaw fracture left Romain Ntamack requiring surgery re…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 8:47
Video: Clip shows new Sale boss Alex Sanderson delivering inspired introductory speech to his squad
Alex Sanderson has quickly got to work with Sale, delivering an inspired introductory speech at the Premiership club's training gr…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 7:24
England unveil 150-year anniversary jersey for February 6 Six Nations opener versus Scotland
The RFU is 150 years old and Umbro have launched a commemorative jersey to be worn by England in the Six Nations versus Scotland n…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 5:30
A Test player-stacked Hartpury College Production Line XV
English Championship club Hartpury have gradually become one the leading producers of talent with former players littered across E…
Josh Raisey
19 Jan 2021, 5:00
France dealt a blow as after losing fullback ahead of Six Nations campaign
France have been dealt an personnel blow as they continue their preparations for the upcoming Six Nations campaign.
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 2:03
'I look forward to this game every year': Jordie Barrett teams up with All Blacks stars ahead of annual cricket crossover match
As some of New Zealand's biggest names in rugby get ready for the highly-anticipated Black Clash rugby-cricket crossover match, Jo…
Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 0:12
Former Glasgow Warriors lock eyes on championship belts ahead of professional boxing debut
Former Glasgow Warriors lock Nick Campbell is eyeing a professional boxing debut as early as next month - four years after giving …
Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 22:44
'I couldn't see myself ever going back': How New Zealand Rugby nearly lost its next big star to the NRL
Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens hardly let the ink on his final high school exam dry before his professional rugby career took off, …
Alex McLeod
18 Jan 2021, 21:12
Loss leaders
Two major losses in the last 12 months could be the emotional fuel that rebuilds the All Blacks.
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Gregor Paul
18 Jan 2021, 18:20
'All I ever wanted to do was be an All Black. And then it all gets taken away'
There were more than 36,000 souls teeming inside Suncorp Stadium on 13 May 2012, but slumped deep in the innards of the ground, Ri…
Jamie Lyall
18 Jan 2021, 14:40
Baird's move to blindside adds even more dynamism to Leinster's backrow options
As it stands, Leo Cullen has nine players fit and available for selection in the backrow for Saturday's game against Munster.
Ciarán Kennedy
18 Jan 2021, 13:56
Bath announce signing of South African flyhalf on 18-month contract
The 29-year-old, who was linked with a move to the club last year, has put pen to paper on an 18-month contract.
Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 13:05
Reports: 14-team Premiership could pull up relegation ladder next season
Premiership Rugby could be set to pull up the draw bridge and ring-fence the league next season, according to reports.
Ian Cameron
18 Jan 2021, 12:21
Blow for Eddie Jones as new coach pulls out of joining England
England will have to do without the services of new coach Jason Ryles, who has pulled out of moving to the UK over concerns around…
Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 11:28
Male rugby stars need to help women's game stand up to trolls
Last week was a big week for women’s rugby, with reactions to the postponement of the Women’ Six Nations leading to the #ICare…
Jess Hayden
18 Jan 2021, 11:13
Erasmus says Springboks are 'desperate' to make Lions tour happen
The Lions are due to tour South Africa in July and August but it looks increasingly unlikely that the tour can go ahead as origina…
Ciarán Kennedy
18 Jan 2021, 9:32
Edinburgh scrumhalf Nic Groom Tweets Scottish Rail in wake of train-gate incident
Edinburgh scrum-half Nic Groom is able to see the funny side of his 1872 Cup blunder at the weekend. A passing train was the culp…
Josh Raisey
18 Jan 2021, 9:26
Glasgow Warriors sign former Munster and Ireland out-half Ian Keatley
Only former Glasgow Warriors fly-half Dan Parks and Wales’ Dan Biggar can claim to have scored more points in the Guinness PRO14…
Ciarán Kennedy
18 Jan 2021, 8:24
Dow stock on rise
England winger wants to engineer change in the women's game
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Abby Dow
18 Jan 2021, 6:47
'It's not nice to hear, 'Oh, he's too small'... that kind of chat, which I've had all my career'
At 5'8'' and 72kgs, Randall is not the most physically imposing scrum-half, but his superb form for Bristol is making light of any…
Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 6:43
Kinghorn celebrates 24th birthday by signing new Edinburgh contract
Kinghorn first signed professional terms with Edinburgh following the Scotland U20’s World Championship in 2015 and made his clu…
Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 6:29
'It is simply not true' - Cheetahs CEO hits out at 'misleading' report
Cheetahs chairman Ryno Opperman has shed some light on the financial state of the Union amid ‘misleading’ media reports.
Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 5:20
'Firstly I'd rather play than train. I can't get my head around training all the time as it's not my goal'
The Saracens number eight wants to get in shape in time for England’s Guinness Six Nations title defence.
PA
18 Jan 2021, 3:50
Springboks star Eben Etzebeth pinpointed as top performer in Toulon's win over Racing 92
Eben Etzebeth has earned praise from Toulon head coach Patrice Collazo for his role in their side's 29-23 victory over Racing 92 o…
Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 1:40
The 'hidden gem' the Reds are set to unleash as they eye Super Rugby AU title
Liam Wright has reflected on Queensland rugby's ability to hang on to local talent and unearth "hidden gems" as they eye a Super R…
AAP
18 Jan 2021, 0:12
Watch: Virimi Vakatawa's in-goal howler costs Racing 92 in thrilling Top 14 encounter with Toulon
The blunder occurred as Vakatawa casually jogged into the in-goal, failing to put the ball down quickly as Toulon winger Gabin Vil…
Online Editors
17 Jan 2021, 21:28
Queensland Reds cut former Wallaby as 2021 Super Rugby squad announced
The Queensland Reds have named a youthful squad for the upcoming Super Rugby AU season as they look to build on their runners-up f…
Online Editors
17 Jan 2021, 20:14
Hurricanes set to host Blues and Chiefs in game of three halves
The Hurricanes will open their pre-season by hosting the Blues and Chiefs in a game of three halves next month.
Online Editors
17 Jan 2021, 16:51
Crusaders snap up former All Black Tamati Ellison
The Crusaders have confirmed the appointment of former All Black and Hurricanes utility, Tamati Ellison, who joins the squad for t…
Online Editors
17 Jan 2021, 13:02
'Early on, Cipriani was brilliant... but things did change. When I became more of a threat'
Danny Cipriani's former understudy at Gloucester says that their relationship changed when he started becoming more of a threat to…
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2021, 12:30
Bulking up - Rugby union's biggest body transformations
Be it gaining weight or shedding timber, body composition is never far from the mind of a professional rugby player.
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2021, 9:58
Report: Rhys Patchell out of entire Six Nations
Welsh flyhalf Rhys Patchell is set to miss the entire 2021 Guinness Six Nations, The Rugby Paper are reporting.
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2021, 7:44
Brutal injury sees Zebre's Australian wing Junior Laloifi out for 5 months
Zebre wing Junior Laloifi is set for five months on the sideline after sustaining a brutal injury in a recent match with Benetton …
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2021, 6:51
'I knew I wasn't going to sign back with Munster, I knew that already in December 2019'
It's 8 years since Arno Botha won his last Springboks cap but he is dreaming big now he is back in South Africa after flourishing …
Liam Heagney
17 Jan 2021, 5:50
On This Day in 2004: Martin Johnson calls time on England
Johnson captained England to World Cup glory against Australia in 2003.
PA
17 Jan 2021, 5:32
'What are we doing?' - Danny Wilson explains confusion in dying moments of madcap 1872 Cup clash
Danny Wilson breathed a sigh of relief as Glasgow survived a madcap 1872 Cup derby with Edinburgh to banish their miserable end to…
PA
17 Jan 2021, 5:14
'When I was skinny as a rake, I wasn't very filled out so everyone would want a fight with you if you were in a nightclub'
It's 7 years since giant-like Dominic Bird was last capped by the All Blacks but he is now performing to the peak of his powers at…
Liam Heagney
17 Jan 2021, 4:32
'I remember justifying it to myself, but it was all just lies so I could eat Deliveroo and burgers'
Just get to the breakdown, Scott Steele would tell himself, as his lungs burned and his thighs screamed and his breath rasped in g…
Jamie Lyall
17 Jan 2021, 3:53
The Top League teams with Super Rugby-level firepower - and why they must feature in the 'South Pacific Championship'
The NZ, Australian and Pacific Super Rugby replacement might not incorporate any teams from Asia, but a number of the Japanese sid…
Tom Vinicombe
16 Jan 2021, 23:20
Report: Montpellier targetting ex-Wallabies coach Michael Cheika as number one option for head coaching role
The Australian has been long favoured by Montpellier owner Mohed Altrad, who reportedly has approached Cheika again about taking o…
Online Editors
16 Jan 2021, 20:34
The contracting decision the Highlanders may live to regret
It's not unusual to see a player leave a team where they've struggled for game time, or struggled for form, and suddenly come aliv…
Online Editors
16 Jan 2021, 19:48
Breaking bad
Rugby Australia have navigated some tough seas in recent years - but it's a period they may end up thankful for.
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Ben Kimber
16 Jan 2021, 17:30
'I haven't coached anyone like him before': The 18-year-old that shunned the NRL to sign with the Reds
Mac Grealy has taken the best bits of Kalyn Ponga's game and is seen as the next Tim Horan at the Queensland Reds.
AAP
16 Jan 2021, 16:35
Train driver helps Glasgow Warriors get back on track with win over Edinburgh
A passing train driver helped Glasgow get back on track as Danny Wilson’s team climbed off the bottom of their Guinness PRO14 co…
PA
16 Jan 2021, 15:07
'It's so hard for an international player to play in a game like this and not get frustrated at times - with your team-mates and with the opposition'
Billy Vunipola’s first appearance for six weeks met with the approval of his Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall.
PA
16 Jan 2021, 14:08
Billy Vunipola powerless to stop Ealing humbling Saracens
Billy Vunipola completed Saracens’ first match since their relegation from the Gallagher Premiership but the England number eigh…
PA
16 Jan 2021, 12:24
French Rugby statement: £365million CVC Six Nations deal
The French Federation of Rugby (FFR) have approved CVC's five-year deal worth £365million that will see them buy into the Six Nat…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2021, 11:52
'Conor Murray is quite a tricky guy': Referee JP Doyle names his most annoying players
Five months on from his redundancy as an RFU referee, JP Doyle has listed the most annoying verbal players he came across in his c…
Liam Heagney
16 Jan 2021, 7:11
Andy Goode: 'You would have to question the morality of the decision if he was allowed to be named in the England squad'
Eddie Jones operating with just a 28-man England squad throws up a number of issues for him, most notably what to do about Kyle Si…
Andy Goode
16 Jan 2021, 7:08
Former Bok coach voices fears over direction South African rugby has taken since World Cup win
Whilst the Springboks haven’t played a game since the World Cup Final, South African rugby fans have had to settle for Super Rug…
Online Editors
16 Jan 2021, 6:43
Arrested development during a pandemic? Not on Bristol's watch when it comes to minding the kids
With no Premiership Shield and no opportunity to go on loan, young player developmnent is challenging but Bristol sound like they …
Online Editors
16 Jan 2021, 6:24
'There's loads of them': Saracens reel off list of stars to watch out for in the Championship
Saracens will field an inexperienced squad in this year's Championship but Mark McCall believes there have many young stars in the…
Liam Heagney
16 Jan 2021, 5:55
Former England centre won't be returning to rugby union any time soon
Former England centre Ben Te'o won't be returning to rugby union any time soon, after he penned a new contract at the Brisbane Bro…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2021, 5:40
The Sinckler F-bomb fallout: 'This is something you can't let go any further'
England prop Kyle Sinckler and Wales back Liam Williams didn't cover themselves in glory last weekend with the way they spoke to r…
Liam Heagney
16 Jan 2021, 5:00
Championship latest: 'There's definitely going to be a competition'
There has been speculation that Saracens could get promoted without playing a game, but Mark McCall has admitted that won't be the…
Liam Heagney
16 Jan 2021, 4:15
Taking the reins
In the wake of Danny Cipriani's departure, Lloyd Evans has emerged from the shadows
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Sam Roberts
16 Jan 2021, 3:43
Springbok fans lost their minds over Bryce Lawrence after the 2011 quarterfinal loss to the Wallabies
The Wallabies, after winning the Tri-Nations earlier that year and proving their mettle as a top team to beat at the World Cup, sc…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 22:47
'Out of 80 minutes you see 25 minutes of rugby and that's a problem': Former Springbok coach blasts standard of South African domestic play
Mallet derided the low-risk style of play that has crept into the South African game, explaining that rugby is in the business of …
Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 19:44
Report - Jake White's Bulls set to win race for Springbok playmaker Goosen
It had previously been reported by Network24 that Goosen was weighing up between the Cheetahs and the Bulls, but it appears that t…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 19:07
'We want it to be the world's best league': Japan have sights set on global dominance with launch of new pro league
The new format, which has yet to be given a name and fell short of the dramatic shake-up some had been calling for, will replace t…
AAP
15 Jan 2021, 18:21
'If anyone else wants to come out, great': Rugby Australia's new idea to host a mini-Rugby World Cup
With France due to tour Australia in July and the Rugby Championship featuring South Africa, Argentina, and NZ set to go ahead i…
AAP
15 Jan 2021, 18:14
'Billy is a little different, always has been'
The Trailfinders Cup was a window for England players at Saracens to get some club game time but only Billy Vunipola will tog out …
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2021, 13:43
Ealing Trailfinders sign Bobby de Wee
Ealing Trailfinders have confirmed that they signed South African Bobby de Wee from the Southern Kings.
Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2021, 12:56
Leone Nakarawa returns in Glasgow team for 1872 Cup clash with Edinburgh
Leone Nakarawa is set for his long-awaited Glasgow comeback on Saturday as the Warriors make a third attempt to stage their 1872 C…
PA
15 Jan 2021, 12:29
Mixed fortune on injury front for Edinburgh ahead of rearranged 1872 Cup clash
Richard Cockerill admits it has been mixed luck on the injury front for Edinburgh ahead of Saturday’s rearranged derby clash wit…
PA
15 Jan 2021, 12:01
England to pick from 28-man squads for Six Nations under new protocol
Eddie Jones had previously selected an initial squad of around 32 players.
PA
15 Jan 2021, 11:51
Welsh international Tweets response to 'I don't care' rugby trolls
A new social media campaign has started in response to the online abuse and trolling women’s rugby has received over the past we…
Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2021, 11:38
'I haven't got a bad word to say about Steve Diamond... I would hate to think I was jumping into an open grave'
Alex Sanderson has paid tribute to Steve Diamond, the man he is replacing as Sale Sharks director of rugby, and insisted he is not…
Chris Jones
15 Jan 2021, 11:08
Former England centre lauds 'special human' Sanderson
Former Saracens captain Brad Barritt has described his former coach Alex Sanderson as “one of the best in the game”, after he …
Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2021, 10:48
French Rugby: Six Nations 'will take place'
Doubts exist at government level in France over whether to allow Les Bleus travel for 2021 Six Nations games versus England and Ir…
PA
15 Jan 2021, 10:30
The brute facts behind fears for the Women's Rugby World Cup
Following the postponement of the 2021 Women’s 6 Nations, concerns are spreading across the women’s game about the viability o…
Nick Heath
15 Jan 2021, 9:19
Saracens confirm new head and defence coaches in wake of Sanderson's exit
Saracens have reacted quickly to the loss of assistant Alex Sanderson, promoting Joe Shaw to head coach and Adam Powell to defence…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2021, 8:52
Billy Vunipola the only England international picked by Saracens to face Ealing
Saracens are back in competitive action on Saturday and Billy Vunipola is the only England international in their Trailfinders Cup…
PA
15 Jan 2021, 7:26
The Six Nations appoint 'Director of Rugby'
Six Nations Rugby have announced the appointment of Julie Paterson in their newly minted Director of Rugby role.
Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 7:17
Gabriel Ibitoye, who has gone from Harlequins to Agen and now on to Montpellier, voted Top 14's biggest 2020/21 new signing flop
Gabrial Ibitoye was hailed as a huge Top 14 signing when Agen recruited him last summer from Harlequins, but the switch hasn't wor…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 7:02
Alex Sanderson's open letter to Saracens: 'It's with a heavy heart...'
Having ended a 17-year career at Saracens, new Sale Sharks Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson has written an open letter to the club…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 6:49
Sale Sharks confirm Alex Sanderson as new DoR
Sale Sharks have confirmed that Saracens forward coach Alex Sanderson will take over as their new Director of Rugby.
Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 5:59
The Ryan Baird at blindside experiment to continue in Leinster 'A' team
Leinster's trialling of highly-rated forward Ryan Baird at blindside is set to continue, with the erstwhile lock starting in the b…
Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2021, 5:34
Likely Champions Cup round of 16 draw will see Exeter visit Wasps, Radradra back at Bordeaux
6 Premiership, 6 Top 14 and four PRO14 teams are set to be involved in a knockout round of 16 to restart the stalled Champions Cup…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2021, 5:16
Saracens: American investment firm in talks to buy £20m share in club
Saracens are involved in ongoing talks with a number of investors in a bid to raise £20m by selling 50 per cent of owner Nigel Wr…
Chris Jones
15 Jan 2021, 4:45
Exeter's verdict on how Jack Nowell is coping mentally 12 weeks into his latest long injury layoff
England's Jack Nowell is on the road to recovery after playing through the pain barrier to help Exeter win the Premiership/Europea…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2021, 4:17
'We're not learning anything new' - Super Rugby champs ready to 'hit the ground running' says White
Wallabies halfback Nic White believes the Brumbies only need to make minor tweaks to challenge for back-to-back Super RugbyAU crow…
AAP
15 Jan 2021, 3:55
'I wasn't happy at the Waratahs': Wallabies prop's startling admission
Wallabies prop Tom Robertson concedes he was unhappy at the NSW Waratahs last year, and has described his move to the Western Forc…
AAP
15 Jan 2021, 1:00
How the Blues won a three-way tug-of-war to secure one of New Zealand's brightest young talents
With just seven weeks until a potential Super Rugby debut, Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens opens up to RugbyPass about how he was at…
Alex McLeod
14 Jan 2021, 23:03
'I watched his highlights montages before games and that didn't help': Solomon Alaimalo's frightening introduction to Super Rugby
New Highlanders recruit Solomon Alaimalo is gunning to play fullback at his new franchise, but it was on the wing where he first m…
Online Editors
14 Jan 2021, 19:21
Stand-off supreme
Ian Foster’s biggest challenge in 2021 may be getting the best out of Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo’unga.
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Patrick McKendry
14 Jan 2021, 15:05
'It's not a good look for those clubs because they are kind of endorsing his beliefs by saying come play with us'
Media speculation linking Israel Folau to a rugby union return with Toulon in the Top 14 has horrified Simon Zebo, Racing 92's Iri…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 14:21
'It was unbearable. I was scared... I was afraid I'd lose my job' - Fijian player who lifted ProD2 ref breaks silence
The player who hosted a referee into the air at the end of a ProD2 match in France has broken in silence in an interview with Midi…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2021, 12:27
Former Scotland skipper brands Ritchie deal 'the most important signing in Scottish rugby'
Chris Paterson has said that Jamie Ritchie’s commitment to Edinburgh is “the most important signing in Scottish rugby,” afte…
Josh Raisey
14 Jan 2021, 12:06
Premiership Rugby confirms revamped Champions Cup format after pool fixtures cancelled
The final two pool rounds of the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup were called off due to health and safety concerns in France.
PA
14 Jan 2021, 11:34
'Alex Sanderson is the biggest loss at Saracens bar an Owen Farrell or a Maro Itoje'
Ex-England back row Alex Sanderson has become a massively respected part of the furniture at Saracens since he retired from playin…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 10:28
'It's f***in' bleak... Saracens will get a shock': Gary Graham on what life will be like for the relegated Londoners in the Championship
Gary Graham has a Championship warning for Saracens after emerging at Jersey and then experiencing the second-tier again with Newc…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 9:23
'It's crazy' - Odogwu has had conversations with Italy and England
Wasps back Paolo Odogwu says he has had conversations with both Eddie Jones' England and Franco Smith's Italy, following a fine ve…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2021, 8:42
Ban rules Liam Williams out of Six Nations opener with Wales
England's Kyle Sinckler won't be only high profile absentee in Six Nations round one as Liam Williams of Wales will also be missin…
PA
14 Jan 2021, 8:32
Escaping the straitjacket
With his bright dreadlocks and custom boots, Paolo Odogwu is a splash of colour in an often-grey sport.
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Jamie Lyall
14 Jan 2021, 7:42
'Alex knows how South Africans think, what makes them tick... it is a brilliant move from Sale'
Former Saracens boss Brendan Venter believes Alex Sanderson, who is set to be named Sale Sharks new director of rugby, is a “bri…
Chris Jones
14 Jan 2021, 7:04
Referee JP Doyle still in dark over exactly why he was singled out for RFU redundancy
It is now five months since it emerged that popular Premiership referee JP Doyle was made redundant by the Twickenham-based RFU in…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 6:24
Scotland backrow Jamie Ritchie signs record breaking deal
Scotland back-row Jamie Ritchie has committed his future to Edinburgh Rugby by signing the longest contract in the club’s histor…
Online Editors
14 Jan 2021, 5:39
Exeter react to Tomas Francis exit, outline who they are looking at to replace him
Tomas Francis has been on the books at Exeter since 2014 but he has now been forced to leave by being 8 caps short of the WRU's 60…
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 4:52
New Japan Top League season is latest victim of pandemic
The start of Japan's Top League rugby union competition has been delayed due to COVID-19 outbreaks at several clubs.
AAP
14 Jan 2021, 4:09
Hollywood star tweets video in support of Doddie Aid, joins Glasgow in 5-team challenge
Fundraising for ex-Scotland international Doddie Weir has stepped up with the launch of a Scottish Inter-District championship.
Josh Raisey
14 Jan 2021, 3:52
Australia's latest NRL recruit already making waves with Queensland Reds: 'I have unfinished business with rugby'
The sight of the Queensland Reds' prized recruit Suliasi Vunivalu prowling on the wing at Ballymore has instantly excited Wallabie…
AAP
13 Jan 2021, 22:57
'My body's never felt better': Former All Black Andy Ellis charts course for rugby's new frontier
Andy Ellis called time on his New Zealand career over half a decade ago, but the former Crusaders and Canterbury halfback is still…
Tom Vinicombe
13 Jan 2021, 22:44
More disruptions for Super Rugby as plug pulled on pre-season match
The Super Rugby AU trial between the NSW Waratahs and Brumbies in Bowral later this month has been cancelled, as coronavirus again…
AAP
13 Jan 2021, 21:00
Western Force lose Argentina's Julian Montoya to England
The Western Force's Argentine contingent has been cut by one after star hooker Julian Montoya was forced to renege on his contract…
AAP
13 Jan 2021, 20:32
Baxter does Premiership fixtures U-turn, issues update on Simmonds injury
Exeter boss Rob Baxter voiced a call last Saturday asking Premiership officials to bring forward fixtures to fill the void left by…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2021, 14:09
'I won't be able to stay with him': Alex Goode on life in Japan and his opening round Top League clash with George Kruis
Alex Goode is set to make his Japan Top League debut this weekend with a familiar Saracens staring at him from the opposition. …
Chris Jones
13 Jan 2021, 14:08
O'Connell not the only 2009 Grand Slam winner appointed this month by the IRFU to coach at international level
The appointment of Denis Leamy to assist the Ireland U20s is the second time in a week that the IRFU have called on a 2009 Grand S…
Online Editors
13 Jan 2021, 13:58
'Last 15 per cent is difficult bit': Latest on Alun Wyn Jones' Six Nations fitness battle
Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones injured his knee on December 5 against Italy, leaving him racing against time to be fit for the Six N…
Online Editors
13 Jan 2021, 13:48
'It's massively exciting': Duncan Weir is officially back at Glasgow
It was 2016 when Duncan Weir ended 8 years at Glasgow and he feels he will return there in 2021/22 as a far better player.
Online Editors
13 Jan 2021, 13:05
RugbyPass Offload - Episode 11: Cancelled rugby, Xmas celebrations and crazy Pro D2 scenes
The RugbyPass Offload crew are back for their first show of 2021 and they hit the ground running in the company of popular referee…
RugbyPass
13 Jan 2021, 13:03
Feeding an army
How do you fuel a squad of ravenous rugby players? And what about the science behind the scoff?
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Nick Rewcastle
13 Jan 2021, 10:33
Six Nations to kick-off as scheduled, but women's and U20s tournaments shelved until later in 2021
Fears the 2021 men's Six Nations could be delayed have been allayed, meaning England will play Scotland at Twickenham on February …
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2021, 9:55
Kyle Sinckler banned for F-bomb, will miss England's Six Nations opener
England prop Kyle Sinckler was cited following Bristol's win at Exeter, threatening his availability for the start of the 2021 Six…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2021, 5:54
New Worcester head coach picks out his one downside to two-week break in England
Premiership clubs in England have no games over the next two weekends, something Worcester coach Jonathan Thomas believes is mostl…
Online Editors
13 Jan 2021, 5:13
'There are frustrations, definitely': Nakarawa finally ready to play for Glasgow after 11 months absence
Amid fears their marquee acquisition has been proved a highly expensive mistake, Glasgow want to see Leone Nakarawa quickly find b…
Jamie Lyall
13 Jan 2021, 4:05
Clive Woodward was an 'absolutely rubbish' coach says one of his former London Irish players
He may have gone on to steer England to a Rugby World Cup in 2003, but one former player of his says Clive Woodward wasn't up to m…
Ian Cameron
13 Jan 2021, 3:40
Japan World Cup star absent from Highlanders pre-season return as halfback posts top Bronco time
The Highlanders have had to make do without one of their key recruits with Kazuki Himeno, one of the standouts for Japan at the 20…
Online Editors
12 Jan 2021, 23:31
Japan's revolution: 'The top six teams, they'd all be competitive in Super Rugby'
Japan is fast becoming the epicentre of world rugby with former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans declaring the Top League the "new des…
AAP
12 Jan 2021, 21:54
'I always knew rugby was in my blood': New Zealand's teenage sprint prodigy gives update on rugby future
It has been little over a year since Edward Osei-Nketia last delved into the realm of rugby, but the 19-year-old sprint sensation …
Alex McLeod
12 Jan 2021, 21:53
'How many All Blacks tests are too many?': Could outside investment lead to an extended All Blacks season?
To get better bang for their buck, might outside investors insist that New Zealand Rugby negotiate a great number of tests every y…
Hamish Bidwell
12 Jan 2021, 20:49

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