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'It wasn't me that was driving the game so I didn't say too much' - Finn Russell on his understated return to Scotland side
Russell had to wait more than a year to earn his 50th Scotland cap after dropping out of the reckoning ahead of the Guinness Six N…
PA
24 Oct 2020, 17:22
Just one team stands between Hawke's Bay and a summer with the Ranfurly Shield
Hawke's Bay are one game closer to keeping the Ranfurly Shield locked away in Napier over the summer.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2020, 16:59
'Who on Earth decided not to keep Shaun Edwards?' - Welsh fans not impressed as defence has become porous under Kiwi Pivac
A few calls for Pivac to be replaced by fans were made, with one fan saying 'the next few games' is all Pivac has to prove his met…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2020, 16:38
Wayne Pivac's losing run stretches to four games as Wales go down to France
Wales suffered a fourth successive defeat under head coach Wayne Pivac as they were beaten 38-21 by France in Paris.
PA
24 Oct 2020, 16:09
Rob Baxter gives green light to Exeter celebrations after completing the double
The Champions Cup winners beat Wasps at Twickenham to become the fourth English club to triumph at home and abroad.
PA
24 Oct 2020, 15:55
Ireland fight back to beat Italy as Women's Six Nations resumes in Dublin
Ireland fought back to beat Italy 21-7 as the Women’s Six Nations Championship resumed in Dublin.
PA
24 Oct 2020, 15:30
Stephen Myler impresses with 13 points as Ospreys fight back for Glasgow win
Stephen Myler kicked 13 points as Ospreys overcame a 12-3 deficit to record a deserved 23-15 Guinness PRO14 victory over Glasgow a…
PA
24 Oct 2020, 15:07
Exeter are double winners after edging out battling Wasps at Twickenham
The Chiefs emerged 19-13 winners from the Gallagher Premiership final.
PA
24 Oct 2020, 14:37
Wasps player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs - Premiership Final
Wasps player ratings: It was always going to be a big ask of Wasps, who lost Brad Shields, Kieran Brookes, Simon McIntyre and Alfi…
Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2020, 14:18
Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Wasps - Premiership Final
Exeter Chiefs player ratings: For the newly-crowned European champions, Exeter Chiefs rocked up at Twickenham as strong favourites…
Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2020, 14:16
Garry Ringrose's Six Nations is over with broken jaw
Garry Ringrose missed two of the three Ireland Six Nations games last February and he was in the wars again on Saturday in Dublin.…
Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 13:35
Ireland player ratings vs Italy
Ireland got the Six Nations back up and running with a win over Italy where debut-making Will Connors was the official man of the …
Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 12:50
Rookies help Ireland to bonus-point win but soft Italian tries leaves title door open for England
Ireland began the Six Nations restart with a 50-17 win over Italy, but they will fear they have left title door open for England t…
Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 11:48
'Personally, I won't be singing the song anymore' - Maro Itoje won't Swing Low
England star Maro Itoje says he won't be singing 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot' anymore after learning the context in which the song w…
Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2020, 8:11
Ospreys issue statement confirming Scott Otten removed from squad
Ospreys hooker Scott Otten was withdrawn as he was identified as coming into close contact with a positive case of coronavirus.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2020, 7:07
'My dad was thinking of sneaking in; I'd to tell him not to do it'
It was feared Dan Leavy might not play again following a horrible knee injury but his 573-day lay-off ended on Friday with Leinste…
Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 6:52
'Just ****ing drink it' - Footage emerges of rogue Barbarians pub outing
Footage has emerged of a number of Barbarians players including former England captain Chris Robshaw drinking alcohol in a London …
PA
24 Oct 2020, 6:48
Highly rated Scotland U20s star to make first Edinburgh home start
Jack Blain makes his first home start for the club as Edinburgh Rugby face Connacht at BT Murrayfield in Round 3 of the Guinness P…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2020, 6:37
Plug pulled on Lions vs Cheetahs match following outbreak
The Vodacom Super Rugby Unlocked match between Emirates Lions and Toyota Cheetahs scheduled for Emirates Airlines Park this aftern…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2020, 5:26
'I can't see the logic behind not supporting the Championship as much as you possibly could'
Rob Baxter isn't alone in criticising the RFU's poor attitude towards the Championship as Wasps feel exactly the same way.
Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 5:20
'In the old days, if a player was in your ear, you could tell them to 'f*** off' and think nothing more of it'
Referee Nigel Owens has a simple message for professional rugby players who badger match officials - it doesn't work.
Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2020, 5:03
Legendary Dallaglio's pre-final message to Wasps: 'Continue to be bold and brave'
Lawrence Dallaglio knows what it takes to win Premiership titles and he has issued a pre-final message to his beloved Wasps.
Chris Jones
24 Oct 2020, 4:44
Saracens issue statement regarding their Barbarians players
Saracens have issued their contingent of players involved with the Barbarians cancellation fiasco with a verbal tongue lashing.
Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2020, 3:35
'I could actually write a book about all these characters in the Exeter changing room - it would be a best-seller'
Thomas Waldrom is 12,000 miles from Exeter but that doesn't stop him cheering... and cracking open breakfast time beers when they …
Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 3:18
Goode: Robshaw and co have let down fans and the amateur players who aren't allowed play for their local clubs
We all know what a Barbarians week is normally all about and everyone makes mistakes but players should know better in the situati…
Andy Goode
24 Oct 2020, 2:55
Irish rugby reports €35.7million deficit, faces 'drastic budget cuts' unless fans come back soon
Irish rugby officials recorded record revenues in 2019 but that situation has now radically changed and they fear the coming year.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2020, 2:35
Trouble brewing
Andy Farrell needs to deliver a Six Nations title if he wants to be the toast of Ireland
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Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 2:25
RFU counts the cost of player indiscipline as England v Barbarians contest is called off
Five Barbarians players issue apologies for breaching coronavirus protocols.
PA
23 Oct 2020, 23:21
Canterbury thumped by Bay of Plenty as 14-time champions risk missing play-offs for first time since 2003
Canterbury have been humbled 44-8 by Bay of Plenty in a result that leaves the provincial juggernauts facing the prospect of missi…
Alex McLeod
23 Oct 2020, 23:06
'Outstanding': Gregor Townsend praises Finn Russell's 'positive impact' in Scotland success
The fly-half returned to action in the defeat of Georgia at Murrayfield.
PA
23 Oct 2020, 21:46
Western Force continue spending spree as former Fiji coach joins franchise
The Western Force's recruiting spree has spread to the coaching ranks, with former Fiji head coach John McKee joining the Perth-ba…
AAP
23 Oct 2020, 20:27
'We can pick anyone': Dave Rennie name drops youngsters in line for potential test debuts against All Blacks
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has flagged fresh blood for next Saturday's Sydney test despite the Bledisloe Cup series on the line.
AAP
23 Oct 2020, 20:05
'Everyone respects him': All Blacks legend reveals the two qualities that make Ian Foster a great coach
An ex-All Black has leapt to Ian Foster's defence after the New Zealand boss fell under heavy criticism in the opening stages of h…
Online Editors
23 Oct 2020, 19:18
Defence against the dark arts
The All Blacks are no strangers to filth and yet they have no love of the enforcer.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
23 Oct 2020, 18:05
Russell back in the swing as eight-try Scotland blow away Georgia
Scotland warmed up for their Six Nationa finale versus Wales with a decent-sized win over Georgia that featured the return of Finn…
PA
23 Oct 2020, 16:17
Leavy's return after 573 days out with horror injury nearly gets storybook finish
After 19 months out, Dan Leavy was back in the Leinster colours on Friday night and he nearly enjoyed a try-scoring return.
Liam Heagney
23 Oct 2020, 15:46
Wasps fans aren't short on optimism despite close contact protocols robbing them of two props and Brad Shields
Wasps have finally revealed the identity of the players missing from the Premiership final and their fans are still hopeful of a t…
Josh Raisey
23 Oct 2020, 14:24
Retiring Pocock saluted as one of the greats
Rather than head back to Japan for his 2021 Top League deal, David Pocock, the famed Wallabies back row, has retired with immediat…
Josh Raisey
23 Oct 2020, 14:06
Robshaw, Wigglesworth tweet apologies after embarrassing Barbarians cancellation
The cancellation of Sunday's Barbarians match has been a major embarrassment, but the likes of Chris Robshaw have publicly held up…
Josh Raisey
23 Oct 2020, 13:51
England vs Barbarians cancelled due to breach in coronavirus protocols
Coronavirus bubble breaches by a section of the Barbarians squad have forced the cancellation of Sunday's game with England.
PA
23 Oct 2020, 13:36
Closing time
English rugby needs to make sobering call for last orders on promotion and relegation
LONG READ
Michael Aylwin
23 Oct 2020, 12:32
'They have been ridiculously stupid': Woodward slams bubble-breaching Barbarians
With the Barbarians facing a Friday 3pm deadline to find additional players, Clive Woodward has slammed those who breached the tea…
PA
23 Oct 2020, 7:15
Double-chasing Exeter make four changes for Premiership final
Rob Baxter has a habit of tinkering with a winning Exeter side and he has done it again for Saturday's Premiership final.
Online Editors
23 Oct 2020, 6:51
Wasps name Premiership final XV showing four changes from semi-final win over Bristol
After huge speculation as to what the make-up of the Wasps XV would be, Lee Blackett has now announced his team for the Premiershi…
Liam Heagney
23 Oct 2020, 6:25
David Pocock has retired with immediate effect
David Pocock called time on his Australia career after last year's World Cup but has now decided to pack in the club game as well.…
AAP
23 Oct 2020, 4:27
Referee Wayne Barnes tests positive for coronavirus and will miss Premiership final
There has been a further virus twist in the lead-up to the Premiership final, referee Wayne Barnes getting ruled out after a faile…
Liam Heagney
23 Oct 2020, 4:04
Rugby Wrap Up | Episode 21 | The evolution of World Tens rugby
Damning the torpedoes, while dodging hurricanes and the COVID-19 virus, the World Tens Series is happening. But let’s have thre…
Rugby Wrap Up
23 Oct 2020, 2:44
Rugby Wrap Up | Episode 20 | Former Wallabies hooker Adam Freier joins LA Giltinis
It took us a while but we finally lifted the LA Giltinis veil… a little at least. Former Wallaby-turned GM, Adam Freier, gives …
Rugby Wrap Up
23 Oct 2020, 2:24
'I'm not here to go and try make the All Blacks': Isaac Ross opens up on his last roll of the dice in New Zealand
As one door closes on Isaac Ross's long-term stint in Japan, another has opened in the twilight of his career.
Alex McLeod
22 Oct 2020, 23:30
Argentina's forced to postpone warm-up clash against Waratahs as Tri Nations preparations take another hit
Argentina have postponed their friendly against the NSW Waratahs after a host of their players complained of niggling muscle injur…
AAP
22 Oct 2020, 22:57
Wallabies confirm decision on kneeling during national anthem ahead of All Blacks clash
The Wallabies have made a decision on taking a knee during the national anthem in support of the Black Lives Matter movement in ne…
AAP
22 Oct 2020, 21:38
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones set to equal one of All Blacks legend Richie McCaw's world records
Alun Wyn Jones has been hailed for "a fabulous achievement" after earning another selection for Wales which will see him equal one…
PA
22 Oct 2020, 19:26
One-test All Black Josh Ioane one of two Otago players stood down for alcohol-related incident
One-test All Blacks star Josh Ioane will sit out Otago's Mitre 10 Cup clash against Northland on Friday after breaching team proto…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2020, 16:58
Julian Savea secures a Super Rugby contract for 2021
Former All Black and Hurricanes wing, Julian Savea, has signed with the Hurricanes for the 2021 season.
Online Editors
22 Oct 2020, 16:11
Nations Cup blow for Fiji as Semi Radradra ruled out until the end of November
Semi Radradra has lit up Bristol since his summer switch from Bordeaux but he won't carry that form into the Nations Cup wth Fiji.…
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2020, 15:36
Nathan Hughes shares hospital picture after undergoing surgery
Nathan Hughes missed last Friday's Challenge Cup final with a rib injury but the Bristol forward entered hospital with a different…
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2020, 14:37
Rees-Zammit steals Wales limelight of record-equalling Jones
Alun Wyn Jones is set to equal a Test caps milestone on Saturday but the talk in Wales has been about uncapped Louis Rees-Zammit. …
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2020, 14:06
'That high tackle on Juan Imhoff, he nearly takes his head off, that's a red card'
Exeter were crowned Champions Cup champions last Saturday Racing full-back Simon Zebo has taken issue with a Henry Slade tackle.
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2020, 12:16
Hotel bubble breach by Barbarians could see Sunday's England game cancelled
The Barbarians are scheduled to face England at Twickenham but the Twickenham fixture is now threatened with cancellation.
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2020, 11:41
Four-year ban for doping grassroots England player
A ban from all sport for four years was handed down in England on Thursday after a grassroots player failed a doping test last Feb…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2020, 10:17
England issue Ford injury update
George Ford was pulled from the England squad on Wednesday but John Mitchell was rather vague with Thursday's update on the situat…
PA
22 Oct 2020, 9:10
Blackett breaks silence, admits Wasps are 4 main men down for Saturday's final
Wasps have been given the go-ahead to play in Saturday's Premiership final but Lee Blackett says they will do so minus some famili…
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2020, 8:20
After signing All Blacks, Wallabies and other headline acts, Irish have now snapped up Moldovan lock from Russia
Declan Kidney has assembled a who's who of world rugby at London Irish but his latest signing hails from a very different backgrou…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2020, 6:51
Pivac makes 9 changes to his Wales XV, lines up two Test debuts from the bench
Wayne Pivac has lost three of his four Test games in charge and he has chosen a much-changed Wales XV to face France on Saturday.
Online Editors
22 Oct 2020, 6:21
Selection battles
The wait for the call from your coach to inform you if you're in or out is agonising
LONG READ
David Flatman
22 Oct 2020, 5:57
France make 3 changes after loss to Scotland but keep faith in red-carded Haouas
France are back in action on Saturday for the first time since the Scotland defeat and Fabien Galthie has named his team.
Online Editors
22 Oct 2020, 5:31
'We haven't got the Championship going, which is criminal really'
Winning Premiership and European titles is now the focus at Exeter, but Rob Baxter hasn't forgotten the Championship where they em…
PA
22 Oct 2020, 3:32
'There is no agreement to release English players for the fixture against Japan'
The Lions have arranged a pre-tour match in Scotland next June but there is no player release agreement yet with the Premiership c…
PA
22 Oct 2020, 3:13
'Just don't do it': World Cup winner suggests Wallabies taking a knee could harm fan engagement
World Cup-winning captain Nick Farr-Jones has warned the Wallabies that fans will tune out if they take a knee in support of the B…
AAP
21 Oct 2020, 20:46
The 'points-scoring machine' that's a surprise inclusion on Beauden Barrett's list of top teammates
Picking from a jam-packed list in a decade of professional rugby, All Blacks superstar Beauden Barrett has revealed the top teamma…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2020, 20:13
Rugby's greatest mismatch
The man set to replace Warren Gatland almost produced one of the greatest upsets of the modern era.
LONG READ
Tom Vinicombe
21 Oct 2020, 18:18
Johnny Sexton leading double World Cup winning NZ duo to be named player of the decade
The All Blacks official Twitter account is urging fans to get behind their own greats of the game as World Rugby decides the playe…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2020, 18:15
'We think we've given them ample time to prepare for the tests': RA bitterly disappointed at Springboks' withdrawal
Cash-strapped Rugby Australia remains furious with South Africa for pulling out of the Rugby Championship and admits the Springbok…
AAP
21 Oct 2020, 16:39
Blues add another All Black prop to their front row stocks as Laulala decides to return home
All four are to play in the Rugby Championship in Australia, with Laulala granted paternity leave to delay his departure across th…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2020, 16:11
Wallabies considering 'taking a knee' alongside donning First Nations jersey
Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan accepts RA must do more to unearth the next Indigenous Wallaby to follow in the famous fo…
AAP
21 Oct 2020, 15:33
Cowboy boots
Gopperth is the sheriff in town as Wasps prepare for final showdown
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
21 Oct 2020, 11:49
'It was a pretty long walk of shame': Dylan Hartley revisits his infamous 2013 Premiership final red card
Ahead of Saturday's latest Premiership final, Dylan Hartley has candidly reflected on his infamous 2013 red card with Northampton.…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2020, 11:48
Ford out of England squad but Bristol reinforcements called in
England had already loss Elliot Daly to injury and now George Ford will join him in missing Sunday's game against the Barbarians. …
PA
21 Oct 2020, 9:39
'I've every confidence everyone on the pitch in the final will be Covid-free and there won't be any danger to anybody'
It took until Wednesday before Wasps were cleared to play in the Premiership final and Exeter boss Rob Baxter welcomes their prese…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2020, 9:01
Farrell explains why he has gone for Ireland flankers with just 2 Test caps
The starting Ireland back row at Twickenham had 131 caps - next Saturday's against Italy will have just 43 after Farrell changes i…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2020, 7:52
Ireland make six changes to XV after England loss, handing debuts to Keenan and Connors
Following their Six Nations defeat to England last February, Ireland have made six changes to their XV to take on Italy on Saturda…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2020, 6:47
Russell makes bench as Scotland name Georgia team
The Finn Russell vs Gregor Townsend dispute was one of the biggest 2020 stories, but he now makes the Scotland bench against Georg…
PA
21 Oct 2020, 6:11
Left out by England, Tom de Glanville has been included by the Barbarians... to play England
Tom de Glanville spent last week training with England, but he will now play against Eddie Jones' side for the Barbarians next Sun…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2020, 5:01
Williams and Holmes released by Wales
With Wales stepping up preparations for Saturday's trip to Paris, Liam Williams and Jonah Holmes have been released for PRO14 acti…
PA
21 Oct 2020, 4:46
Rugby Championship to continue use of non-neutral referees for Wallabies versus the All Blacks
Talk about the use of non-neutral referees in the recen Bledisloe Cup games will be reignited followed the Rugby Championship appo…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2020, 4:23
Wasps WILL play in Saturday's Premiership final against Exeter
After a week of anxiety about whether they might have to forfeit, Wasps will face Exeter in Saturday's Premiership final.
PA
21 Oct 2020, 3:15
Test match against Japan will see Lions play in Scotland for the first time
The British and Irish Lions have finally confirmed their pre-2021 South African tour plan, a Test versus Japan in Scotland.
PA
21 Oct 2020, 2:41
'My foot was the size of two shoes': Wallabies star reveals 36-hour hospital ordeal three days ahead of All Blacks clash
Wallabies tyro Harry Wilson has revealed how his right foot ballooned to twice the size just three days before Australia's second …
AAP
21 Oct 2020, 0:39
The lesson the Six Nations can teach New Zealand Rugby when it comes to All Blacks tests
Sunday’s Bledisloe Cup encounter at Eden Park answered several questions and raised a few others.
Campbell Burnes
20 Oct 2020, 23:21
Former Wallabies boss Michael Cheika joins Argentina in training camp ahead of Tri Nations
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has answered a call from Argentina's Mario Ledesma as the Pumas prepare for the Rugby Champi…
AAP
20 Oct 2020, 23:00
The extra steps Owen Farrell is taking to legalise his tackle technique ahead of England return
Farrell was sent off for knocking Wasps’ Charlie Atkinson unconscious with a high hit last month and as a result of the ensuing …
PA
20 Oct 2020, 23:00
Ian Foster opens up on why Du'Plessis Kirifi was called into All Blacks squad ahead of Lachlan Boshier
All Blacks head coach Ian Foster has revealed why he has called Du'Plessis Kirifi into the All Blacks Tri Nations squad.
Alex McLeod
20 Oct 2020, 22:26
'All-star breaks', a finals series and a host of law changes all under consideration for Super Rugby Aotearoa
In a survey sent out to members of the Team All Blacks fan club, respondents were asked to elect their favourite potential changes…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Oct 2020, 22:22
The Breakdown | Episode 39 | Reviewing Bledisloe II, Caleb Clarke and All Blacks coach Ian Foster
The Breakdown is back to dissect the second Bledisloe Cup test and they're joined by exciting young All Black Caleb Clarke.
RugbyPass
20 Oct 2020, 20:31
Aotearoa Rugby Pod | Episode 16 | Caleb Clarke Appreciation Day
Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons discuss all the action from Bledisloe 2 at Eden Park and highlight the performances they fe…
RugbyPass
20 Oct 2020, 20:25
Report: Wallabies star suffers major injury setback after being ruled out for the season
The Wallabies have been dealt a significant injury blow less than a fortnight from the opening match of the upcoming Tri Nations c…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2020, 19:49
Caleb Clarke reveals first major mistake of his All Blacks career
All Blacks rookie Caleb Clarke admits his first mistake with the national side came during the first game of the year against the …
Online Editors
20 Oct 2020, 16:43
Man behind the mask
Unorthodox, scary, driven... everyone coached by Eddie Jones has a story to tell
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Ben Kimber
20 Oct 2020, 12:28
England poised to face Big H, the prop who is only 3st lighter than his famous father Veitayaki
Joeli Veitayaki had quite a sizeable reputation when propping up the Fiji front row and his son Big H now hopes to face England th…
Chris Jones
20 Oct 2020, 12:12
European Super Cup idea is gaining traction
With many fans believing Bristol should not play for the Premiership title, momentum is growing to tag Exeter game as Super Cup fi…
Josh Raisey
20 Oct 2020, 12:11
'I will be very surprised if anything will hold him back'
The arrival of Callum Sheedy into the Wales set-up for the first time has been delayed a week, but they are expecting big things. …
PA
20 Oct 2020, 11:02
Johnny Sexton provides fitness update as Ireland prepare for Six Nations restart
It was October 2 when Johnny Sexton limped out of a Leinster PRO14 match and the Ireland skipper has now spoken about his fitness.…
PA
20 Oct 2020, 10:29
'Jonny Gray was quite disappointed... he was sitting next to us and didn't get in the photo'
A picture of old Scottish pals Stuart Hogg and Finn Russell went viral in the way of Exeter's European final win over Racing last …
Liam Heagney
20 Oct 2020, 8:52
Eddie Jones gives update on Daly's absence from England squad to face Barbarians
England are preparing for Sunday's match against the Barbarians without injured Elliot Daly... Eddie Jones explains what is going …
PA
20 Oct 2020, 7:42
The Wurzels give Bristol thumbs-up for victory rendition of The Blackbird
The re-emergence of Bristol as a force in the game has come with a victory song, the Bears adopting The Blackbird by The Wurzels. …
Online Editors
20 Oct 2020, 5:43
Daly absent as England name 32-strong squad for next Sunday's Barbarians game
Worcester's Ollie Lawrence is still in the mix as Eddie Jones announces 32-strong squad for the England vs Barbarians game on Sund…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2020, 4:16
'Ridiculous or a suitably bizarre ending to the most bizarre season': The reaction to Bristol potentially winning the Premiership
Twitter went into overdrive when further positive Covid cases at Wasps on Monday moved Bristol closer to a Premiership final appea…
Josh Raisey
20 Oct 2020, 3:55
'After yesterday's performance, Jack has really taken control of that 12 jersey': Kiwi stars say Goodhue will be the anchor of the All Blacks midfield
Goodhue and Lienert-Brown delivered a solid performance in defence and attack in Ioane's absence, with Goodhue becoming the lynchp…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2020, 23:53
'He doesn't look out of place': Ian Foster's rave review for two of New Zealand's newest All Blacks
New Zealand's 27-7 drubbing of Australia on Sunday was a match of particular significance for two members of Ian Foster's squad.
Alex McLeod
19 Oct 2020, 23:50
'I think the New Zealand public had a pretty good understanding about how special that performance was'
Few players have dominated the test scene in such comprehensive fashion in the space of just two tests like Caleb Clarke did again…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2020, 22:52
Two new players named in 38-man All Blacks squad for Tri Nations
The All Blacks squad which will travel to Australia for the Tri Nations tournament, has been named, with two new players called in…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2020, 22:11
'We would definitely look at him': The former All Black new Highlanders boss Tony Brown wants to recruit
One of the most damaging ball carriers in recent memory could be set for a highly-anticipated return to the Highlanders.
Online Editors
19 Oct 2020, 21:14
Highlanders confirm head coach replacement for Aaron Mauger
The Highlanders have promoted from within in their search for Aaron Mauger's replacement as head coach.
Online Editors
19 Oct 2020, 20:28
Watch: Sam Smith reports from Bledisloe 2
Roving RugbyPass reporter Sam Smith attended the second Bledisloe Cup test between the All Blacks and the Wallabies in Auckland, N…
Sam Smith
19 Oct 2020, 18:57
Watch: Caleb Clarke speaks with media following blockbusting All Blacks debut
Caleb Clarke, Ardie Savea and Alex Hodgeman spoke to media after the All Blacks 27-7 victory over New Zealand beat Australia in th…
Sam Smith
19 Oct 2020, 18:54
Wasps to learn Premiership final fate on Wednesday after four more Covid cases
The club’s involvement in the season climax is in doubt after seven players and four backroom staff tested positive for coronavi…
AAP
19 Oct 2020, 18:40
Flash in the pan
The All Blacks are rightfully fearful expectation could limit Caleb Clarke's potential.
LONG READ
Gregor Paul
19 Oct 2020, 18:36
'No-one can rest on their laurels, which perhaps in the past has been the case'
Scrum-half Ali Price feels that the competition for places is stronger than ever within Gregor Townsend's Scotland squad.
PA
19 Oct 2020, 14:11
'He's shared his point of view and tried to help others around him' - Lowe settling into Ireland camp as eligibility date approaches
The 28-year-old will be eligible to play for Ireland in November and Farrell is expected to hand Lowe his Test debut during the Au…
Ciarán Kennedy
19 Oct 2020, 12:22
'We absolutely believe Wasps and Exeter should be contesting this final' - Bristol boss Lam braced for Twickenham call
A decision on whether Wasps can participate in the Premiership final will be made following a further set of Covid testing tomorro…
PA
19 Oct 2020, 10:30
Wasps confirm four more cases of Covid-19 with Premiership final decision to be made on Wednesday
A decision on whether the club will play in Saturday’s Premiership Final will be made following the results of a further set of …
Ciarán Kennedy
19 Oct 2020, 8:20
Power transition
The All Blacks changed tack and used their ball carriers to overwhelm the Wallabies in Bledisloe II.
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Ben Smith
19 Oct 2020, 7:42
Larmour ruled out for 16 weeks as Lowe to remain with Ireland squad
Larmour had been named in Andy Farrell's squad for the upcoming Six Nations games against Italy and France, before suffering a dis…
Ciarán Kennedy
19 Oct 2020, 7:00
Leicester Tigers to rebrand Welford Road as part of new sponsorship deal
The decision to rename the stadium marks a first for the club, who have played at Welford Road since 1892.
Online Editors
19 Oct 2020, 6:28
'My inbox is inundated with messages from Premiership players asking is there any chance of coming over to the MLR'
Former England international Ben Foden is in his third and final season with Major League Rugby side Rugby United New York.
Chris Jones
19 Oct 2020, 5:18
New sponsorship deal gives RFU timely boost amid financial worries
The agreement, starting in September 2021 and thought to be worth £7.5million per year, will extend the length of their partnersh…
PA
19 Oct 2020, 4:50
England sponsor pledges to equally fund men's and women's game as part of new 5-year deal
This year marks 25 years of O2 sponsorship of the England Rugby team and the renewal will take the partnership to 30 years, with t…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2020, 3:20
Barrett headhunted by Wallabies: five talking points from Bledisloe II
The All Blacks have bounced back from the 16-all draw with the Wallabies in Wellington just over a week ago, by recording a convin…
Finn Morton
19 Oct 2020, 1:32
'The All Blacks have proven nothing': The truth behind New Zealand's Bledisloe Cup II victory
The All Blacks have proven nothing and frightened no-one.
Hamish Bidwell
19 Oct 2020, 0:56
All Black TJ Perenara confirms short-term Japanese move for 2021
All Blacks halfback and Hurricanes co-captain TJ Perenara has confirmed he will miss next year’s Super Rugby season and head to …
Online Editors
18 Oct 2020, 23:16
Foster praises 'impressive' rookie Tupou Vaa'i after Bledisloe II performance
Ian Foster has highlighted the 'equally impressive' performance of young lock Tupou Vaa'i after the All Blacks' dominant 27-7 vict…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2020, 22:45
A lot to work on but Wallabies are still confident says Slipper
They're humbled, hurt and happy to be going home but the Wallabies are also high on confidence as they enter the second half of t…
AAP
18 Oct 2020, 21:44
'We need to be better': How the Wallabies plan on beating the All Blacks to keep Bledisloe Cup hopes alive
The Wallabies won't retreat into their shells after yet another Eden Park beating left Dave Rennie's men needing to pull off rare …
AAP
18 Oct 2020, 21:22
England prop Ellis Genge demands overhaul of 'outdated' rugby contracts
The England prop thinks the current deals on offer are inadequate in the modern game.
PA
18 Oct 2020, 20:41
Henry Slade believes Exeter's success has been spurred on by their previous disappointments
.England star Henry Slade believes the pain of previous disappointments helped elevate Exeter to the summit of European rugby.
PA
18 Oct 2020, 20:26
'I am eating humble pie' - Wallabies legend congratulates All Blacks after criticising them last week
Australian rugby great David Campese has admitted a lot can change in test rugby in a week.
Online Editors
18 Oct 2020, 19:47
'Selection can fix that': The Wallabies facing the chopping block following 'diabolical' defensive effort
After such a promising start to the 2020 Bledisloe Cup series in Wellington just over a week ago, the Wallabies have come crashing…
Alex McLeod
18 Oct 2020, 19:31
'I have a new favourite All Blacks player' - fans react to Clarke's phenomenal run-on debut
All Blacks winger Caleb Clarke has sent social media into a frenzy after running riot against the Wallabies in the second Bledislo…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2020, 18:52
'Michael Hooper grabbed my nuts': All Blacks star Caleb Clarke's sensational Bledisloe Cup revelation
Bledisloe Cup star Caleb Clarke revealed that Wallabies captain Michael Hooper grabbed his testicles, as Clarke went on one of his…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2020, 17:08
'This is a better Wallabies team than I've seen for a while' - Foster talks up Australia despite 20 point defeat
The All Blacks finished the New Zealand leg with a 1-0 advantage after their 27-7 win in Auckland on Sunday after a 16-all draw in…
AAP
18 Oct 2020, 12:04
Cotter calls in 7 of his Flying Fijians to bolster Barbarians squad for England clash
Saracens are also supplying 11 players, headed by ex-England scrum half Richard Wigglesworth and Scotland wing Sean Maitland.
Chris Jones
18 Oct 2020, 9:12
'He knows what he's good at and he believes it' - Foster wary of Clarke hype after rookie rips Wallabies to shreds
Clarke showed skills and a brute strength reminiscent of the great Jonah Lomu as he bludgeoned the Wallabies defence time and agai…
AAP
18 Oct 2020, 8:19
Where was a tap on the shoulder to Lawes last month to say, 'Look, there is a good chance you might miss out on a lot of money playing this game?'
It should be reasonable for a senior England player like Courtney Lawes to decline the season's last two weeks if his club has not…
Jonathan Beardmore
18 Oct 2020, 7:17
'It would be just reward for this group of players' - Baxter backs his Exeter team to complete trophy double
The Exeter boss is braced for a major challenge from in-form Wasps when the clubs clash in next Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership…
PA
18 Oct 2020, 6:16
Patriot games
The question of eligibility is an emotive subject in the world of international rugby
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Ross Harries
18 Oct 2020, 5:13
Rennie threatens selection changes after watching Wallabies miss 40 tackles in Bledisloe II defeat
The Wallabies came crashing back to earth after last week's thrilling 16-16 draw in Wellington as the All Blacks piled on four tri…
AAP
18 Oct 2020, 4:22
Instant classic
Exeter Chiefs and Racing 92 served up a match of thrilling intensity with the Devonians worthy champs
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Paul Williams
18 Oct 2020, 3:49
'It's crazy that it happens now after us being squeaky clean for so long'
A virus outbreak has hit Wasps but defence coach Ian Costello is optimistic the spread will be contained and shutting down Exeter …
Liam Heagney
18 Oct 2020, 3:45
'Make your tackles Wallabies' - Australian fans react to Bledisloe II loss
The Wallabies have gone down fighting at Eden Park, losing 27-7 as their hoodoo at the Auckland venue continues for at least anoth…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2020, 3:03
Bledisloe II: New Zealand player ratings vs Australia
The All Blacks were looking for a better performance against the Wallabies after the 16-all draw last weekend in Wellington.
Mike Rehu
18 Oct 2020, 1:16
Bledisloe II: Australia player ratings vs New Zealand
Dave Rennie’s Wallabies were handsomely defeated 27-7 this afternoon at Eden Park, Auckland by a disciplined All Black outfit wh…
Nick Turnbull
18 Oct 2020, 1:04
Caleb Clarke the star as All Blacks bounce back with big win over Wallabies in Auckland
New Zealand have bounced back from last weekend's 16-all draw to record a comfortable 27-7 win over Australia in Auckland.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 23:55
Watch: All Blacks star Caleb Clarke leaves destruction in his wake against Wallabies in Bledisloe Cup II
In only his second test match, Caleb Clarke has well and truly announced himself to the world.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 23:35
Watch: Hanigan break sets up Koroibete's momentum-shifting try
The selection of Ned Hanigan at blindside flanker for the Wallabies drew plenty of criticism from the Australian rugby public in t…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 23:04
Long road to glory
A young, fearless Wallabies team is rebuilding the reputation of Australian rugby.
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Ben Kimber
17 Oct 2020, 21:59
LIVE: All Blacks vs Wallabies | Bledisloe Cup II
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Bledisloe Cup clash between the All Blacks and Wallabies at Coopers Cat…
RugbyPass
17 Oct 2020, 21:28
'I felt as though I'd embarrassed myself on a world stage': All Blacks midfielder's revelations
Anton Lienert-Brown has become a regular of the All Blacks midfield, and is set to make his return to the starting side for the hi…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 20:27
Peter Umaga-Jensen set for All Blacks debut after Rieko Ioane withdraws through injury
Hurricanes centre Peter Umaga-Jensen is in line for his test debut in the second Bledisloe Cup test against the Wallabies at Eden …
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 19:27
The All Blacks with the most to gain - and the most to lose - from Bledisloe II
Sunday's rematch between New Zealand and Australia in Auckland is a second chance of sorts for a number of key All Blacks.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 18:13
'Iribaren could be their man of the match' - Fans shocked at Racing halfback's Champions Cup final performance
Despite Iribaren's nightmare opening stanza, Racing were able to hit back each and every time Exeter were able to score with misse…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 18:04
Auckland go top of Mitre 10 Cup Premiership with statement win over defending champions
There's a new leader atop the Mitre 10 Cup Premiership ladder after Auckland trounced Tasman at Eden Park this afternoon.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 18:02
Graham Henry has identified the one area where Australia has the advantage over NZ
Former All Blacks head coach Sir Graham Henry has revealed the tactics he'd employ to combat a resurgent Australian side in their …
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 16:19
'It was a horrible game to watch... and that last 14 minutes went on forever'
Saturday was the greatest day in the history of Exeter Chiefs but winning coach Rob Baxter wasn't happy with how his team played t…
PA
17 Oct 2020, 15:57
Champions Cup final's bizarre end: Referee Owens has feisty exchange with his TMO
Exeter were crowned first-time Champions Cup winners on Saturday evening but it took a while for Nigel Owens to blow his final whi…
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2020, 15:29
Exeter player ratings vs Racing
Here's how Rob Baxter's Exeter players rated in a spectacular, high-scoring Champions Cup final win against Racing in Bristol.
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2020, 14:17
Exeter edge spectacular eight-try Champions Cup final thriller against Racing
Exeter won a thrilling Champions Cup final against Racing, a spectacular contest that had eight tries and ended with just four poi…
PA
17 Oct 2020, 12:56
Video: Exeter needed just eight minutes to score trademark maul try in first European final
Exeter got off to a flyer in their first-ever Champions Cup final, scoring a maul try after eight minutes against Racing and leadi…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 11:54
Ex-Springboks Pienaar and Aplon suffer potential season-ending knee injuries
The Friday night Cheetahs vs Bulls action in Bloemfontein didn't go well for former Springboks Ruan Pienaar and Gio Aplon who were…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 9:43
Roberts and Hartley divided over who will succeed Saracens as Champions Cup winners
With all eyes on the Champions Cup final between Exeter and Racing, RugbyPass Offload hosts Roberts and Hartley disagree over who …
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 7:20
The clinical August moment which convinced Rob Baxter his Exeter would challenge for two trophies in October
Exeter are ready for European and Premiership finals on successive Saturdays, something Rob Baxter was convinced in August could h…
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2020, 6:25
Ex-All Black Luatua was busy on Twitter with Bristol winning Euro Cup not long after birth of his daughter
Former All Black Steven Luatua had quite an amazing Friday with the birth of his daughter clashing with the Bristol European final…
Josh Raisey
17 Oct 2020, 5:41
'This academy kid who couldn't speak French, couldn't speak English, dropped into training and carved everyone up... he made all look like idiots'
Jamie Roberts spent two seasons at Racing and he has vivid memories of players like Virimi Vakatawa ahead of Saturday's Champions …
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2020, 5:04
'We obviously want Wasps and Exeter to meet in the final... but we'll be ready'
Bristol lost by 23 points last weekend to Wasps but they will play in next weekend's Premiership final if the Coventry-based club …
PA
17 Oct 2020, 4:33
Ryan Jones has quit his Wales performance director role
Three-time Grand Slam winner Ryan Jones has resigned from his Wales Rugby Union performance director role and won't be replaced.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2020, 3:43
Video: 15 seconds was all it took for Bristol to score Radradra-inspired try on Friday night
Toulon were made to pay dearly after they kicked the ball to Semi Radradra at the start of Friday night's Challenge Cup final whic…
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2020, 3:08
The pain game
Dave Ewers has overcome eviction, injuries and self-doubt to be on the cusp of glory
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Jamie Lyall
17 Oct 2020, 2:26
'We have to deliver': How the All Blacks plan to maintain their long-standing Eden Park winning run
On the eve of the second Bledisloe Cup test, Sam Cane has acknowledged that there is "lots of pressure" on his side.
AAP
16 Oct 2020, 23:27
Former Wallabies hooker joins Major League Rugby expansion side LA Giltinis
The LA Giltinis, one of the newest franchises in Major League Rugby, has made a significant backroom signing.
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 22:53
'More of the same tomorrow': Wallabies captain Michael Hooper responds to claims of 'dirty' tactics on Richie Mo'unga
Michael Hooper has played down talk of increased niggle following the questions raised during the week about apparent targeting of…
AAP
16 Oct 2020, 21:58
The star players, key facts and who will win: All you need to know about All Blacks vs Wallabies
The Wallabies are looking to end a 34-year hoodoo against the All Blacks at Eden Park after drawing 16-all last week in Wellington…
AAP
16 Oct 2020, 21:05
Another setback? All Blacks star Rieko Ioane in doubt for Bledisloe Cup II as injury cover called in
Rieko Ioane may not get an immediate chance to make amends for his blunder in the first Bledisloe Cup test, with his status in dou…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 20:00
'NZ Rugby c**ked that up': Sir Graham Henry's swipe at All Blacks coach
Former All Blacks head coach Sir Graham Henry says New Zealand Rugby made a mistake in allowing Dave Rennie to work with the Walla…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 16:39
Brave Bristol come from behind to become ninth English Challenge Cup winner
Harry Randall scored the opening try a mere 15 seconds after kick-off to give Bristol, playing their first European final, a dream…
PA
16 Oct 2020, 16:04
Family guy
Imhoff is a father figure for Racing's band of brothers in Champions Cup showpiece
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Jamie Lyall
16 Oct 2020, 13:38
Ex-England scrum-half hits out at Eddie Jones' 'publicity stunt, nonsense' treatment of Ben Spencer
Ben Spencer was the England go-to when an emergency arose for the World Cup final but he has been ignored this week despite his ex…
Chris Jones
16 Oct 2020, 13:17
South Africa's Rugby Championship withdrawal is hugely popular with Springboks fans
The planned four-team Rugby Championship has been rocked by the decision of South Africa to pull out but Springboks fans are backi…
Josh Raisey
16 Oct 2020, 13:10
Genge sends Bristol a Euro Cup final good luck message from England camp
Bristol native Ellis Genge came through the ranks at his local club and he now hopes they are successful in Friday's Challenge Cup…
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2020, 12:59
Stankovich joins the Leicester exodus
Boris Stankovich has been part of the furniture at Leicester, first as a prop and more recently as scrum coach, but he won't retur…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 12:28
Saracens' Barbarians representation climbs to 11 as another 8 called in to face England
Vern Cotter has called up another batch of Saracens players for their Barbarians match versus England at Twickenham on October 24.…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 12:01
Bristol will play in Premiership final if Wasps - who beat them by 23 points - are forced to pull out
Bristol were a clear second-best in last Saturday's Premiership semi-final but they will play in the final if Wasps fail to shake …
PA
16 Oct 2020, 10:05
Andy Farrell breaks his silence on the Ireland axing of John Cooney
The absence of John Cooney from the Ireland squad announced last week was a major talking point and Andy Farrell has now explained…
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2020, 9:01
England talk up de Glanville and Lawrence, sidestep the omission of Spencer
England assistant Simon Amor has sidestepping talk of Ben Spencer's omission and instead focused on the call-up of Tom de Glanvill…
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2020, 7:57
Bristol's Steven Luatua OUT of Friday night's Challenge Cup final in France
Bristol named a team on Thursday showing six changes from last week but they have now been forced into an 11th-hour Steven Luatua …
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 7:29
Racing name Champions Cup final team, 3 changes from win over Saracens
Fears that virus tests could affect the Racing Champions Cup XV versus Exeter have proven unfounded as they have picked 12 starter…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 6:31
Exeter change two for Champions Cup final, recall fit-again Nowell
Rob Baxter has tinkered with his Exeter backline for Saturday's Champions Cup final, making two changes from the Premiership semi-…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 6:11
Henderson slammed for ban: 'The most pointless red card in the history of red cards'
Fans can't get their head around what suspended Ireland lock Iain Henderson was up to with his illegal use of his head at the Ulst…
Josh Raisey
16 Oct 2020, 4:21
'Left with no option': SA Rugby issue statement explaining Springboks Rugby Championship withdrawal
Rassie Erasmus and Jurie Roux have explained exactly why the Springboks won't be participating in next month's Rugby Championship …
Online Editors
16 Oct 2020, 3:51
From fatherhood and injuries to the Bledisloe Cup: Beauden Barrett's disruptive road back into the All Blacks
New baby Billie Rose Barrett bears some responsibility for her father's absence from the first Bledisloe Cup rugby test in Welling…
AAP
15 Oct 2020, 23:18
'We want to make a statement': All Blacks coach Ian Foster issues warning ahead of second Bledisloe Cup clash
If anyone expects the All Blacks to roll over and let the Wallabies snap a 34-year losing run at Eden Park in Sunday's second Bled…
Alex McLeod
15 Oct 2020, 22:50
SANZAAR confirm Springboks' absence from TRC, re-launch Tri-Nations
SANZAAR has announced today that the South African team will not travel to Australia to play in The Rugby Championship 2020 agains…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 20:04
'I'm fully confident the medical team will get me where I need to be': Barrett just happy to be back on the park
Touch wood, Beauden Barrett will run out for his first test match of the year on Sunday afternoon - but he's already had one false…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 19:20
Why 20-year-old Tupou Vaa'i has won the right to start in the All Blacks second row ahead of fit again Scott Barrett
Ian Foster has revealed that returning lock Scott Barrett could well have suited up for the All Blacks in their opening test of th…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 18:48
Dave Rennie tinkers with Wallabies forward pack while Jordan Petaia set for return from injury
Coach Dave Rennie has made four changes to the Wallabies side as they look to improve on their draw in Sunday's Bledisloe Cup show…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 18:04
The return of Beauden Barrett: All Blacks make five changes to starting XV for second Bledisloe Cup showdown with Australia
The All Blacks team has been named to play Australia in the second Bledisloe Cup presented by Investec at Eden Park, Auckland, on …
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 17:33
Same old All Blacks
Despite a new head coach, not much has changed for the All Blacks, tactically speaking.
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Ben Smith
15 Oct 2020, 16:03
Why Beauden Barrett's possible return doesn't concern the Wallabies
Beauden Barrett and Eden Park hold no fears for the Wallabies as they bid to bust a 34-year hoodoo and blow the 2020 Bledisloe Cup…
AAP
15 Oct 2020, 15:25
Ex-England skipper hails 'phenomenal' Willis turnover numbers
Jack Willis has been the talk of the Premiership in recent months, with ex-England skipper Chris Robshaw describing his turnover w…
Chris Jones
15 Oct 2020, 13:32
Has Campo's big mouth given the All Blacks all the ammunition they need for next Sunday?
It didn't take long for legendary Wallaby David Campese to shout his mouth off following last Sunday's All Blacks draw with Austra…
Josh Raisey
15 Oct 2020, 13:24
Jamie Roberts reckons an Exeter 'weakness' running off 9 can help Racing to Euro glory
This Saturday's Champions Cup final is full of tactical intrigue and Jamie Roberts claims to have spotted a potential Exeter 'weak…
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2020, 13:18
Jones confirms 26-strong squad attending England's latest three-day camp
England have started their latest three-day training camp and Eddie Jones had confirmed exactly who is with him at the Lensbury.
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2020, 12:45
Time to re-Joyce
Second row's strong roots can help Bristol branch out in Challenge Cup final
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Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2020, 11:59
Wasps prepared for worst-case scenario, but this outbreak is different from Sale - Andy Goode
7 positive Covid-19 tests at Wasps is a major blow that could see their Premiership final dreams taken away but this situation is …
Andy Goode
15 Oct 2020, 11:35
France vs Wales is ON after Top 14 clubs agree compromise deal for 6-match window
A huge debate has been ongoing in France about the 6-match Test window and it has taken until now, nine days before the opener, to…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 10:28
Springboks to confirm on Friday they are boycotting the Rugby Championship - reports
There have been fears since an SA Rugby statement last Saturday that they Springboks won't take part in the Rugby Championship in …
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 8:56
Suspended Henderson will miss Ireland's Six Nations title bid
Iain Henderson was viewed as a likely starter when Ireland complete their delayed Six Nations campaign but he has now been suspend…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 8:25
Bristol make 6 changes to their XV for Challenge Cup final
Wounded by their Premiership semi-final loss, Pat Lam has taken a scalpel to his Bristol Challenge Cup final XV and made 6 changes…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 6:57
It's Warburton out, Jenkins in at Wales
It was after the World Cup last year that Sam Warburton linked up with Wales as a technical coach, a role that now passes on to Ge…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 6:24
Lousi's second red card in 13 Scarlets appearances gets four-week ban
Sam Lousi is set for his second red card ban after making quite an impact at PRO14 Scarlets since featuring for Tonga at the World…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 5:10
'Maybe I'll play with my left foot this weekend to try and throw him off a little bit'
Great Scottish pals Finn Russell and Stuart Hogg haven't played against each other since U-14s but that changes with this Saturday…
PA
15 Oct 2020, 4:39
Further board departures at Western Province but they insist they won't be liquidated like the Kings
There are some concerns in South Africa that Western Province are on a similar slippy financial slope as Southern Kings, but they …
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 4:08
George Bridge's season over following All Blacks training injury
George Bridge started on the left wing in Wellington for the All Blacks and played the full 88 minutes but a training ground has n…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 2:56
Champions Cup final going ahead after Racing get Covid all-clear
There were fears for the Champions Cup final after 9 Racing players tested positive for Covid but the illness has now cleared and …
PA
15 Oct 2020, 2:37
What has Australian referee Angus Gardner got to say about his Bledisloe blunder?
He could hardly do anything else, when the television audience have seen the blunder.
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 23:15
Taking sides
On Sunday, for the first time in almost three decades, a Kiwi referee took charge of an All Blacks match.
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Tom Vinicombe
14 Oct 2020, 22:42
Hurricanes lock in All Blacks flanker Gareth Evans - but for just one more season
The Hurricanes have re-signed loose-forward Gareth Evans through until the end of 2021.
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 22:07
Why Sunday's game at Eden Park presents a perfect opportunity for a Wallabies ambush
The Wallabies haven't won a rugby Test at Eden Park since Bob Hawke was PM and Crocodile Dundee was a hit movie, but there's a few…
AAP
14 Oct 2020, 21:41
A Bledisloe For The Ages | The Aussie Rugby Show | Episode 22
Are you not entertained?!!! The panel looks at one of the greatest Bledisloe matches of all time and shows why the All Blacks were…
RugbyPass
14 Oct 2020, 20:13
'I'm not saying we didn't have the right mindset': What the All Blacks have changed heading into Bledisloe II
If there is a metaphor for the expected change in the All Blacks for the second Bledisloe Cup Test, it's Ofa Tu'ungafasi's haircut…
AAP
14 Oct 2020, 20:01
Pumas look to European players for Rugby Championship boost
Argentina fullback Emiliano Boffelli believes his team will play with more freedom in the Rugby Championship in Australia when the…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 18:19
How the Wallabies rated themselves in 'disappointing' draw
The Wallabies have laid the challenge to the All Blacks ahead of Sunday's eagerly-awaited Bledisloe Cup return bout in Auckland, c…
AAP
14 Oct 2020, 15:25
'One of the bigger talking moments were some of the late hits, off-the-ball incidents and that': All Blacks coaches unhappy with Australian aggression
As has been the case throughout the sporting world in 2020, codes have had to adjust to the environment created by the Covid-19 pa…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 15:18
'I was sat in the toilet and had an emotional breakdown': Hartley's nightmare Champions Cup final concussion
It's nine years since Northampton lost an epic Champions Cup final to Leinster, a defeat that left a horrible memory for Dylan Har…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2020, 14:29
Jack Willis crowned RPA players' player of the year
Wasps back row Jack Willis is in the form of his life since the Premiership restart and now succeeds Danny Cipriani as RPA players…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 14:06
Wasps cancel training as Covid-19 outbreak leaves Premiership final in doubt
Four players and three members of the Wasps backroom staff have produced positive Covid tests ahead of the October 24 Premiership …
PA
14 Oct 2020, 13:51
'The more we talk about Joe Simmonds the less chance he will get picked... it happened to Maro'
Momentum is growing in the 'Joe Simmonds for England' campaign but Dylan Hartley has recalled what Eddie Jones did before to Maro …
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2020, 12:19
Seeing red
A rash of Top 14 red cards, has seen many French commentators call for more flair and less flare
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Gavin Mortimer
14 Oct 2020, 12:12
Two Munster players miss Ireland training due to Covid self-isolation protocol
Injuries, disciplinary issues and now self-isolation due to Covid protocols have made for an interesting start to the Ireland Six …
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 11:43
4 Wasps players test positive for Covid along with 3 staff
An anxious time awaits Gallagher Premiership finalists Wasps after 7 at the club - 4 players and 3 staff - test positive for Covid…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 11:10
Ex-Gloucester boss David Humphreys is back in rugby 4 months after leaving Kingsholm
David Humphreys only hung around at Gloucester for 18 days after Johan Ackermann departed but he has secured an Autumn Nations Cup…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 9:35
Injuries force Pivac to change two of his 37-man Wales squad, including Ken Owens
Ken Owens is one of two injured players who have been excluded from the Wales squad after being unable to sufficiently train this …
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 8:28
Exeter issue Covid testing all-clear after 5am Wednesday start
Staff at Exeter were up as early as 5am on Wednesday morning as the results of the latest round of Covid testing arrived ahead of …
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2020, 7:24
Baxter gives update on Nowell and other Exeter walking wounded
Jack Nowell hasn't played since a September 26 foot injury but Rob Baxter has confirmed he is back in the Exeter mix for Saturday'…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2020, 6:57
'I'd to keep my knee dead straight for 12 weeks': Jonathan Davies feared his Wales career was over
Jonathan Davies is back after spending 47 weeks out of the game and he has revealed he feared he would never again play for Wales.…
PA
14 Oct 2020, 5:59
Former All Blacks duo re-sign for Western Force for 2021
Western Force now have all the necessary 'cattle' to be more competitive in 2021 than in Super Rugby Au 2021... so claims Richard …
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 4:42
Springboks given 48-hour Rugby Championship ultimatum
With the clock ticking on plans for staging the Rugby Championship in Australia, SA Rugby have been given a 48-hour ultimatum rega…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2020, 3:31
Flaw in the Death Star
The All Blacks can't win games by dropping a goal and it's a big problem for them.
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Gregor Paul
13 Oct 2020, 22:02
The Breakdown | Episode 38 | Reviewing Bledisloe Cup I
The Breakdown is back to dissect the opening Bledisloe Cup test and look forward to the second test at Eden Park on Sunday.
RugbyPass
13 Oct 2020, 21:41
'He looks a weapon': Why All Blacks rookie Caleb Clarke should start in Bledisloe Cup II
In young star Caleb Clarke, the All Blacks may have found a new leading candidate to claim the No. 11 jersey this weekend.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 21:32
Report: South Africa to withdraw from opening rounds of Rugby Championship
Rugby in the Southern Hemisphere is set for further disruptions this season with reports emerging that the world champion Springbo…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 21:24
Aotearoa Rugby Pod | Episode 15 | Rieko Ioane at 13, no drop goals and where the All Blacks must go now
Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons talk all things Bledisloe I. The impact of Caleb Clarke, the calming influence of Dave Renn…
RugbyPass
13 Oct 2020, 20:28
All Blacks call up Josh Ioane ahead of Bledisloe Cup II as Beauden Barrett missing from training
Josh Ioane has been called in to train with the All Blacks squad ahead of their second Bledisloe Cup match against the Wallabies i…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 19:04
What you didn't see: The pain behind Ardie Savea's crucial play that saved All Blacks from defeat
Footage has shown the pain New Zealand No. 8 Ardie Savea went through to deny the Wallabies victory in Wellington.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 18:15
Harsh lessons from All Blacks review: 'They've got guys smashing us at the ruck and us parking up having a holiday'
A typically honest review has laid bare the fixable flaws the All Blacks must swiftly resolve before confronting the Wallabies for…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 14:59
Saracens' twice double winner Barritt on what will it take Exeter to win double
Exeter winning the European/Premiership double would be a huge feat... just ask Brad Barritt who did it twice with Saracens and lo…
Chris Jones
13 Oct 2020, 13:44
'We're powered by generators, our toilet sewers collapsed... we've got a great set of matching posts, the uprights are broken on both'
Erdington have limited facilities but Ugo Monye was overjoyed presenting them with the Gallagher club of the season award for thei…
Ciarán Kennedy
13 Oct 2020, 13:30
Match referee Nigel Owens has had his say on Saturday's Exeter vs Racing final
Saturday will be the seventh Champions Cup final Nigel Owens will take charge of and he set the scene on Tuesday on Irish breakfas…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2020, 13:29
Jonny Hill's tackle has had a trial by social media, just like last week's Peter O'Mahony incident
Foul play has been a hot topic in recent weeks with Jonny Hill of Exeter the latest under the microscope following Munster's Peter…
Josh Raisey
13 Oct 2020, 13:18
Culture vulture
Townsend channels Fergie and Pep to get a team-first ethos with Scotland
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Jamie Lyall
13 Oct 2020, 11:49
Erasmus, Jones head roster of leading names appointed to a dozen interim World Rugby committees
A who's who have agreed to given World Rugby a dig-out with a dozen committees, including Eddie Jones and Rassie Erasmus.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 10:08
Piutau and Purdy to miss Challenge Cup final, injury doubts over some other Bristol players
Bouncing back from a Premiership semi-final hammering is a hurdle that has just got bigger for Bristol due to injuries affecting C…
PA
13 Oct 2020, 9:08
Defences rule: Bristol and Toulon have conceded just 1.3 tries per game this season
The ninth Anglo-French Challenge Cup final could potentially be a low scoring contest next Friday between Toulon and Bristol in Ai…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 7:44
Racing have scored 7 tries from kick returns, Exeter have scored 7 following a tap penalty...
The eighth Anglo-French Champions Cup final is set to be an entertaining affair next Saturday between Racing and Exeter in Bristol…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 7:03
Saracens trio added to Barbarians squad to face England
With just twelve days to go before the Barbarians take on England at Twickenham, three Saracens players have been added to the fam…
PA
13 Oct 2020, 5:31
'We're a club that focuses on results, not excuses': Irish on brutal restart run of 8 losses in 9 games
The 2019/20 Gallagher Premiership restart was a losing streak ordeal for London Irish, but Declan Kidney claims there are still re…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2020, 5:06
'I've certainly reflected on the events and what I could have done better with Finn'
It wasn’t quite Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy in the cloying Saipan heat, but the Finn Russell dispute wasn't easy for Scotland bo…
Jamie Lyall
13 Oct 2020, 4:14
'Lack of fear': How the Wallabies may have the mental edge over the All Blacks at Eden Park
It's one of sport's most dominant records, but might sail right over the heads of the fresh-faced Wallabies preparing for their fi…
AAP
13 Oct 2020, 0:13
The Wallabies star set to be targeted by All Blacks in second Bledisloe Cup test
One of Australia's best performers over the weekend is expecting to be targeted by the All Blacks as they look to shut the Wallabi…
AAP
13 Oct 2020, 0:00
'He's an 80-minute player': The point of difference that could keep Rieko Ioane in the All Blacks this weekend
While much has been made of Rieko Ioane's infamous dropped ball over the tryline on Sunday, there is a key reason to retain him in…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2020, 23:36
'Is the door slightly ajar for him to get a crack at 10 now?': The big lessons the All Blacks will take from Bledisloe I
Sunday's Bledisloe presented the perfect opportunity for one of NZ's playmakers to step up and slot the 3-pointer that would have …
Online Editors
12 Oct 2020, 20:33
Highlanders sign Japanese test star for 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season
The widespread change in personnel over the Super Rugby offseason has continued at the Highlanders.
Alex McLeod
12 Oct 2020, 17:07
'Certain arrogance': Why the All Blacks didn't shoot for a drop goal against the Wallabies
Jonny Wilkinson, Hugo Porta, Naas Botha, Dan Carter and Grant would have snapped a dropped goal in similar circumstances. So why d…
Campbell Burnes
12 Oct 2020, 16:30
Winners and losers from Gregor Townsend's Scotland squad announcement
Two newly-eligible South Africans make the cut in a 40-man group which contains plenty of talking points ahead of the autumn inter…
Jamie Lyall
12 Oct 2020, 12:02
Authorities give green light for limited number of fans to attend Friday's Challenge Cup final
The EPCR have confirmed that Friday evening’s final between Bristol Bears and RC Toulon at the Stade Maurice-David will have sup…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2020, 11:44
It's a knockout
Two heavyweights are ready to trade blows in a punchy Gallagher Premiership final
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Sam Roberts
12 Oct 2020, 11:35
Larmour ruled out of Ireland's Six Nations and Autumn Nations Cup games
Andy Farrell will have to plan without Jordan Larmour, and there is further bad news regarding Leinster pair Ryan Baird and Max De…
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Oct 2020, 10:18
Russell's international exile over as Townsend names 40-man Scotland squad
The out-half was controversially axed from Scotland's Six Nations squad earlier this year following his late arrival into the camp…
Ciarán Kennedy
12 Oct 2020, 7:33
'No crowds will present severe challenges' - WRU issue financial warning in annual report
CEO and former Finance Director Steve Phillips has described how the WRU managed the impact of Covid-19 down to a £5.3m deficit.
Online Editors
12 Oct 2020, 5:31
Date set for new-look pool stage draw for 2020/21 Champions Cup season
The draw will be staged in Lausanne for the third successive year, taking place on Wednesday October 28.
Online Editors
12 Oct 2020, 4:26
Veteran flyhalf Lance one of three players to commit to Force
The trio join Greg Holmes, Kyle Godwin, Ian Prior, Kieran Longbottom, Brynard Stander, and Marcel Brache as key players to have r…
AAP
12 Oct 2020, 3:48
'Nadolo motivated is a monster' - Fiji powerhouse set for Test return
Nadolo, who quit test rugby last year, is back in the squad after a successful switch to Leicester proved he was still a defence b…
Chris Jones
12 Oct 2020, 2:53
Bouncing back
Sam Cane's reign began with a draw, but the new All Blacks captain won the respect of his nation.
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Patrick McKendry
12 Oct 2020, 2:00
'We could be the most disappointed team in England': Steenson's warning for Exeter
.Gareth Steenson insists Exeter’s euphoria will turn to despair if they fail to seize the opportunity presented by the biggest f…
AAP
12 Oct 2020, 0:50
Bledis-low blow: The 'dirty' tactic Wallabies got away with on All Blacks star Richie Mo'unga
In reviewing yesterday's test, it's impossible to overlook several clear late hits that Richie Mo'unga copped from Wallabies defen…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2020, 0:01
All Blacks coach Ian Foster refuses to blame 'sloppy' Rieko Ioane for Wallabies draw
All Blacks coach Ian Foster is bitterly disappointed with the drawn opening Bledisloe Cup test but he refused to blame the result …
Online Editors
11 Oct 2020, 23:26
It's not good enough for the Wallabies to be great one week and garbage the next
Some have suggested the Wallabies achieved some kind of moral victory, but that’s just cobblers. Games come in three shapes and …
Hamish Bidwell
11 Oct 2020, 23:02
Ian Foster and Dave Rennie take opposing views on missed drop goal opportunities
The All Blacks and Wallabies coaches open up on one of the biggest talking points around the drawn Bledisloe Cup test.
Alex McLeod
11 Oct 2020, 22:51
'He went after his dream': O'Connor applauds Paisami's journey to Wallaby gold
James O'Connor knows all about making the most of second chances and he's thrilled to see his Wallabies teammate Hunter Paisami do…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 22:47
'Cheika put the Wallabies back 10 years' - Dave Rennie's first game in charge gives Wallaby fans a new perspective on the Cheika-era
A new-look Wallabies side have held the All Blacks to a famous 16-all draw in Wellington, and very well could’ve won the test ha…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2020, 21:43
'Did I just lose us the game?': All Blacks star Caleb Clarke opens up on why his 'heart sank' in 'rollercoaster' test debut
He might have impressed off the bench in his test debut, but Caleb Clarke was left with his heart in his mouth following an injury…
Alex McLeod
11 Oct 2020, 21:22
Springboks may withdraw from The Rugby Championship
Speculation continues to swirl that world champions South Africa may pull out of the Rugby Championship in a massive blow to the…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 20:46
'I probably replayed it hundreds of times by now': Hodge kept awake by missed kick
The kick that almost made history for the Wallabies has kept Reece Hodge awake for much of the night following Australia's Bledisl…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 20:34
'It's skill execution' - Foster looking to build from disappointing draw after missed opportunities at the death
A new dawn for All Blacks rugby got off to a shaky start in Wellington on Sunday, with the Wallabies holding the hosts to a famous…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2020, 20:20
Why All Blacks boss Ian Foster doesn't believe his side were second-best to the Wallabies
Beaten in almost every statistical division, All Blacks coach Ian Foster won't concede they were second-best to the Wallabies in t…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 19:32
'It's got to be how we back up': Rennie wants more from Wallabies following famous draw
One of the most pleasing things for new Test coach Dave Rennie was the disappointment in the Wallabies changeroom after their 16-1…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 17:55
'Proud of myself': James O'Connor reacts to his own performance after first appearance at No. 10 in seven years
While he didn't deliver the Wallabies a winning drop goal against the All Blacks, James O'Connor still earned high praise from coa…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 17:45
'It's scary to see how far he is going to go' - Jimmy Gopperth predicts high ceiling for Wasps teammate Jack Willis
Uncapped flanker Willis produced a command performance in front of England head coach Eddie Jones as Wasps reached their first Pre…
PA
11 Oct 2020, 17:00
Where was the drop kick?: Five key takeaways from All Blacks' draw with Wallabies
From a missed chance to take a drop goal to Rieko Ioane's mishap, there was plenty to digest from Bledisloe Cup I.
Online Editors
11 Oct 2020, 16:55
Oli Kebble boosts Scotland hopes with commanding display to help Glasgow beat Scarlets
The former South Africa Under-20s international scored the only try of the first half on the eve of Gregor Townsend naming his aut…
PA
11 Oct 2020, 13:37
Rennie's glowing praise for former Fiji soccer prospect after impressive Wallabies debut
The 25-year-old scored a crucial try in the 16-all draw to reaffirm Rennie's faith in handing him a debut in the cauldron of trans…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 12:52
Nigel Owens makes costly mistake on journey to Cork after Pro14 game
Owens was on the whistle in Thomond Park as Munster edged out Edinburgh by two points thanks to a late CJ Stander try on Saturday …
Online Editors
11 Oct 2020, 12:35
'One of the most incredible Test matches' - All the best social media reaction after thrilling Bledisloe Cup opener
A superb contest in Wellington was packed full of incident, providing social media with no shortage of talking points.
Online Editors
11 Oct 2020, 7:42
From back-to-back Top 14 relegations to coaching a Racing attack that is the envy of Europe: the remarkable fall and rise of Mike Prendergast
It's quite the transformation for Mike Prendergast, the ex-Munster player going from coaching successive Top 14 relegations to a g…
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2020, 6:14
'Imagine having the CEO mic'd up at an RFU Council meeting, that's what I want to see mate!'
The Autumn Nations Cup marks the first foray by Amazon into rugby and England boss Eddie Jones wants to pitch a novel idea to them…
PA
11 Oct 2020, 4:52
'You go from being furloughed, questioning what you're doing with your life, to training against those boys - it was awesome'
Robin Hislop was at a loose end when Saracens came calling, offering the Doncaster prop six weeks he will remember fondly for the …
Jamie Lyall
11 Oct 2020, 4:01
The heat is on
Premiership Rugby has endured an annus horribilis and changes to their governance must be afoot
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Sam Peters
11 Oct 2020, 3:42
'We're certainly not celebrating in the change-room' - Rennie demands more from Wallabies after thrilling draw with All Blacks
With three more Tests to play in the series, the Wallabies only need to win their two matches at home to take the Bledisloe Cup tr…
AAP
11 Oct 2020, 3:30
'Other than playing U14s, I don't think I have ever played against Finn - back then he had a leopard-print haircut!'
Next Saturday in Bristol is a day when Scottish rugby fans will revel in seeing Stuart Hogg go up against Finn Russell as Exeter t…
PA
11 Oct 2020, 2:55
Bledisloe Cup: New Zealand player ratings vs Australia
International rugby made a welcome return as the All Blacks took on Australia in Wellington. It was the first of four Bledisloe Cu…
Mike Rehu
11 Oct 2020, 1:20
Bledisloe Cup: Australia player ratings vs New Zealand
New Wallabies Coach Dave Rennie evidently prepared this young side superbly with brave selections of debutants Harry Wilson, Hunte…
Nick Turnbull
11 Oct 2020, 1:08
Watch: Reece Hodge nearly has John Eales moment with monster 50-metre penalty
With the scores locked at 16-all, and with the siren already having sounded, a penalty gave Reece Hodge the chance to kick his sid…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2020, 0:51
Stalemate: Wallabies secure unlikely draw against All Blacks in gripping Bledisloe Cup opener
The Wallabies have upset the odds in the opening match of the Bledisloe Cup, walking away with a 16-all draw in Wellington against…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 23:55
Watch: Smith wrestles his way to line for vital score
With the All Blacks and the Wallabies separated by just five points at the break, the next score was going to be vital.
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 23:37
Watch: Wallabies let off the hook thanks to try-scoring 'brain explosion' by Rieko Ioane
Wallabies hooker Folau Fainga'a will be thanking Rieko Ioane for sparing his blushes after the All Blacks midfielder was left red-…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 23:27
Watch: Barrett brilliance finishes off controversial All Blacks try
Arguably against the run of play, it was the All Blacks who drew first blood in the against the Wallabies in Wellington.
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 22:42
'We got the better coach': RA chairman's barb at Ian Foster
The pre-Bledisloe Cup war is raging on with Australia continuing to fire shots at All Black coach Ian Foster ahead of today's clas…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 19:42
'He'll get people to run through a brick wall': Liam Messam on why Cane is perfect for All Blacks captaincy
Former All Blacks backrower Liam Messam has sung the praises of All Black Sam Cane, ahead of the 28-year-olds first test as perman…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 19:33
Another injury for All Blacks: Late scratching sees disruption to Mitre 10 heavyweights
Following Beauden Barrett's ACL strain which saw Damian McKenzie take over at fullback, Ian Foster has had to make another late ch…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 18:54
Beauden Barrett injury a blessing for Damian McKenzie and All Blacks playmakers with plenty to prove
Come the end of the 2018 test season, Damian McKenzie was in the driver’s seat to wear the No. 15 jersey at the 2019 World Cup. …
Tom Vinicombe
10 Oct 2020, 18:36
Otago score huge upset in the capital as unpredictable Mitre 10 Cup continues
It's been the theme of the national provincial competition this year, with big names falling to minnows, surprising blowouts and t…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 18:04
'It's the start of a new era': Cane ready to lead All Blacks against Wallabies
Sam Cane had enough on his plate as he prepares to start his new era, after assuming the captaincy from Kieran Read, by leading th…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 17:48
Bristol fans are livid after 'shocking' refereeing performance in Premiership semi-final
Bristol's first finals appearance in the Premiership since 2007  has come to a somewhat disappointing end, with Wasps running out…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 16:50
Late Stander try denies Edinburgh at Munster
Edinburgh were set to repeat last season's away PRO14 at Munster until CJ Stander swung the result the way of the home side.
PA
10 Oct 2020, 16:10
Sluggish Connacht pay the price as Cardiff bag bonus-point win
Cardiff Blues made it two from two in the new PRO14 season as Connacht never really got going in the 29-7 loss at Newport.
PA
10 Oct 2020, 15:59
Gritty Benetton battle hard but no denying four-try Leinster
A late James Ryan try made sure the long Leinster unbeaten run in the PRO14 continued despite a gutsy effort from Benetton in Trev…
PA
10 Oct 2020, 14:28
Gloss taken off Ulster's win by Iain Henderson's red card
Ospreys fell back into bad habits at the Liberty but the gloss was taken off the Ulster PRO14 win by the red card given to Ireland…
PA
10 Oct 2020, 13:54
Ruthless Exeter efficiency crushes Bath to edge them closer to Premiership/European double
A try count of 5-0 saw Exeter sweep aside Bath and qualify them for an October 24 Premiership final a week after the European deci…
PA
10 Oct 2020, 12:58
The back garden rivalry that has Wasps' Jack Willis on cusp of England call-up after semi-final heroics
Jack Willis was exceptional for Wasps in their Premiership semi-final win and coach Lee Blackett has revealed some of the secrets …
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 10:36
Brilliant Wasps blitz Bristol to reach first Premiership final since 2017
Wasps were in scintillating form in their Premiership semi-final in Coventry, blasting Bristol aside to reach the October 24 decid…
PA
10 Oct 2020, 9:52
Video: Malakai Fekitoa's cracking early try was his painful last act in Premiership semi-final win
There was huge interest in now Malakai Fekitoa would fare for Wasps in their Premiership semi-final but he lasted just nine minute…
Liam Heagney
10 Oct 2020, 8:15
'Just because Saracens aren't in it, no one is going to give it to us'
Exeter are chasing progress to a fifth successive Premiership final and defeats in three deciders against Saracens have Henry Slad…
PA
10 Oct 2020, 7:14
France vs Wales in jeopardy as FFR row with Top 14 rumbles on
The FFR have a six-game schedule for France, starting on October 24 versus Wales, but LNR Top 14 clubs have only agreed player ava…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 6:38
Just 3 players who started against Saracens are in Racing's Top 14 team on Saturday after last week's virus outbreak
The entire Racing squad was forced into isolation last week following nine positive Covid-19 tests, but they are now back in Top 1…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2020, 4:58
SA Rugby issues statement casting doubt over Springboks' Rugby Championship participation
The Rugby Championship is supposed to start for the Springboks in four weeks in Brisbane but South Africa has still to confirm the…
Liam Heagney
10 Oct 2020, 3:39
'If Eddie Jones doesn't select him then he has some serious problems because Jack could make the Lions'
Wasps back row Jack Willis is bang in form after a long time out through injury and Nizaam Carr expects his old clubmate to get En…
Chris Jones
10 Oct 2020, 3:10
'I've made no secret of how desperate I am to win something here'
Anthony Watson naively thought at the age of 21 in 2015 that Bath reaching Premiership semi-final would be a regular occurrence...…
PA
10 Oct 2020, 2:46
'Don't go': All Blacks fans issued warning ahead of Bledisloe Cup test in Wellington
All Blacks fans have been put on warning about attending Sunday's Bledisloe Cup clash in Wellington.
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 21:24
The star players, key facts and who will win: All you need to know about All Blacks vs Wallabies
As the opening Bledisloe Cup match of the year approaches, we give you a complete guide to the trans-Tasman clash.
AAP
09 Oct 2020, 20:54
The secret weapon that Wallabies debutant Filipo Daugunu is set to unleash on All Blacks
Filipo Daugunu has already proven his pace and power but Wallabies coach Dave Rennie says the Fijian flyer can also surprise the A…
AAP
09 Oct 2020, 20:31
Wallabies captain Michael Hooper reveals the test rookie he is 'excited to be playing alongside'
Out of quarantine and into a new era for Australian rugby, Wallabies centurion and captain Michael Hooper is raring to go in Sunda…
AAP
09 Oct 2020, 20:08
Big blow: All Blacks star Beauden Barrett ruled out of opening Bledisloe Cup test
All Blacks star Beauden Barrett has been ruled out of the Bledisloe Cup opener against the Wallabies in Wellington tomorrow.
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 20:00
Alun Wyn Jones, Warren Gatland honoured in Queen's Birthday list
Former Wales coach Warren Gatland has been awarded a CBE for services to the sport, while captain Alun Wyn Jones receives an OBE.
PA
09 Oct 2020, 18:36
The five-year relationship finally made official that could fuel further success for the All Blacks
When the All Blacks take the field against Australia in October for their first Test match of the year, supporters across New Zeal…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 17:40
Dragons up and running in PRO14 with home win against Zebre
The Dragons grabbed their first victory of the new PRO14 season but were made to fight all the way by Zebre at Rodney Parade.
PA
09 Oct 2020, 17:19
Powered by pain
Losing to England means the All Blacks start a new era with a pain that will fuel them for years.
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Gregor Paul
09 Oct 2020, 17:18
Taking a stand
Ashton Hewitt has found his voice and is determined to call out racist bigots
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Ross Harries
09 Oct 2020, 17:10
'A complex and emotive process': World Rugby backs guidelines to exclude transgender women from elite competitions
World Rugby has become the first global sports federation to recommend that transgender women do not participate in the elite and …
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 17:02
He's 33 and a qualified doctor but Jamie Roberts fears retiring from rugby
Respected Wales midfielder Jamie Roberts made sure during his 20s he got his college qualifications but the thought of retiring fr…
Liam Heagney
09 Oct 2020, 13:26
One of rugby's favourite pastimes has just restarted - speculating where SBW will play next
A short-term deal at the Sydney Roosters is over for Sonny Bill Williams and the where-to-next speculation has started over the fo…
Josh Raisey
09 Oct 2020, 12:36
Ryan Wilson on the annoying trait Maro Itoje and Bundee Aki have in common
Ryan Wilson checked in for his debut this week on the new RugbyPass Offload show and the Scotland back row made his mark when pres…
Liam Heagney
09 Oct 2020, 12:30
Furious Welsh fans accuse PRO14 of Irish bias following Peter O'Mahony decision
There has been an outcry from PRO14 fans after Munster's Peter O'Mahony was clear to play while Cardiff's Josh Turnbull was banned…
Josh Raisey
09 Oct 2020, 11:42
CVC's touted £300m investment in the Six Nations suffers another complication - reports
The proposed CVC buy into the Six Nations has become a drawn-out saga and a fresh reason for the ongoing delay has now emerged. …
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 11:11
'We must act now or it's game over': MP makes UK Government plea for Premiership funding
A harsh winter is in store financially for Gallagher Premiership clubs and the fight for funding has now been aired in the UK parl…
Josh Raisey
09 Oct 2020, 8:31
All this weekend's PRO14 team news
The teams are all in for this weekend's round two action in the Guinness PRO14 following a week in which Ireland, Wales and Italy …
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 8:03
Launchbury returns as Wasps, Bristol name Ricoh Arena semi-final teams
Saturday heralds a first Premiership semi-final for Bristol in 13 years but they will face a Wasps team containing the recalled Jo…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 7:04
The Doc's wisdom
World Cup-winning coach believes a broken game can be fixed with a return to old school values
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Jake White
09 Oct 2020, 6:50
Jack Nowell missing as Exeter, Bath name Sandy Park semi-final teams
Favourites Exeter claim they need to produce a season's best performance to ensure they defeat Bath and qualify for yet another Pr…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 6:15
Doping England grassroots player banned from all sport for 4 years
It's rare that a player receives a four-year ban for doping but that heavy sanction has been applied to an England grassroots play…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 4:51
Jonny May's lockdown silver lining
A fractured cheekbone wrecked the Six Nations for Jonny May last March but the England winger hasn't missed any matches in the sev…
Liam Heagney
09 Oct 2020, 4:14
Breaking the age barrier
Ian Foster begins his All Blacks coaching era with a luxury not afforded to his predecessor.
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Patrick McKendry
09 Oct 2020, 1:17
'He's the form 15': Ian Foster opens up on All Blacks selection shocks over dual playmakers and Jordie Barrett
It would be fair to say All Blacks head coach Ian Foster raised more than a few eyebrows when he named his first team of the year …
Alex McLeod
09 Oct 2020, 0:21
Out-of-favour All Black Vaea Fifita among two key players re-signed by Hurricanes
The Hurricanes have announced two key contract extensions, including 11-test All Blacks utility forward Vaea Fifita.
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 23:56
'This is a new era': Wallabies debutant unfazed by daunting All Blacks winning record
Set to become one of Australia's newest Wallabies, Harry Wilson is bringing a fresh mindset to facing the All Blacks.
AAP
08 Oct 2020, 21:20
Wallabies name three debutants to start in Bledisloe Cup opener against All Blacks
Wallabies head coach Dave Rennie has thrust three of his uncapped stars into the deep end by handing them starting roles against t…
Alex McLeod
08 Oct 2020, 18:35
All Blacks retain Richie Mo'unga and Beauden Barrett partnership for Bledisloe Cup clash
The All Blacks team has been named to play Australia in the opening Bledisloe Cup test on Sunday.
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 17:37
Wallabies expect All Blacks to name Richie Mo'unga in 10 jersey
The Wallabies believe they know who to expect in the All Blacks' number 10 jersey on Sunday afternoon.
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 16:05
'You will certainly see a change in how the Wallabies operate': Reinventing one of the world's most feared nations
Wallabies fans can expect a new brand of rugby in Sunday's Bledisloe Cup Test with a melting pot of European, Kiwi and Super Rugby…
AAP
08 Oct 2020, 15:32
31 positive tests in latest round of Premiership testing
The results of the latest round of testing for Covid-19 in the Premiership are in, with 31 people across three clubs testing posit…
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 14:13
Simon Zebo on why he left Ireland and his situation with current boss Andy Farrell
Not since July 2017 has Simon Zebo featured for Ireland and another squad announcement on Thursday arrived minus his name.
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2020, 13:22
RFU won't ban England fans singing Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
A debate erupted during the lockdown about England fans singing Sweet Low, Sweet Chariot and the RFU have now reported back with t…
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 13:09
'Alex is ready but it's one thing me saying that - it's up to Eddie'
Alex Dombrand featured for England in 2019 against the Barbarians and Chris Robshaw believes he is now ready for a first Test cap …
Chris Jones
08 Oct 2020, 12:45
Cooney fans can't get their heads around their man's Ireland axe
Scrum-half John Cooney was expected to start for Ireland against Italy last March and he has now missed out on the squad for this …
Josh Raisey
08 Oct 2020, 12:38
CEO Childs' first interview since Sale's Covid outbreak plunged the Premiership into chaos
Premiership Rugby have been in the line of fire since the Sale Covid-19 outbreak and CEO Darren Childs has now defended his organi…
PA
08 Oct 2020, 12:01
Scratching the surface
Why the schools system in Leinster is both a blessing and a curse to Irish rugby
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Gavin Cummiskey
08 Oct 2020, 11:08
Sean Long has left Harlequins with immediate effect
Ex-league great Sean Long was recruited by Harlequins in summer 2019 to finesse their attack but he has now left the Paul Gustard …
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 10:10
Cardiff's Turnbull banned until early November
Josh Turnbull got into second-half trouble in Italy last Friday, getting red-carded and leaving Cardiff with 14 players to see out…
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 9:35
Jamie Roberts breaks silence on his positive Covid test, discusses major outbreak at Sale
Appearing on RugbyPass Offload, Dragons centre Jamie Roberts opens up about his mid-August encounter with Covid-19 and what happen…
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2020, 8:36
'The waiting around on Monday and Tuesday was unique and challenging'
Bath endured a difficult few days after their draw at Saracens, but Stuart Hopper now believes they can go and win at Exeter.
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2020, 7:56
Red-carded Peter O'Mahony cleared to play
Peter O'Mahony got himself in a spot of bother in Wales last weekend, two yellow cards resulting in him seeing red for Munster.
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 6:57
'Everyone knows that common sense prevailed'
Next Saturday's Premiership line-up was confirmed by Wednesday's decision to cancel Sale's match, an outcome hailed by Bristol bos…
PA
08 Oct 2020, 6:23
Ex-Ireland boss Joe Schmidt has taken up a full-time position with World Rugby
It was last November when Joe Schmidt finished up as Ireland coach and he has now decided his next move is joining World Rugby.
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 6:05
Winners and losers from Andy Farrell's Ireland squad announcement
The delayed Six Nations resumes on October 24 in Dublin and Andy Farrell has unveiled his 35-man squad as Ireland go in search of …
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2020, 5:41
Ireland include six uncapped players in 35-strong Six Nations squad
With two Six Nations back matches to play, Andy Farrell has announced a 35-strong Ireland squad that will be skippered by Johnny S…
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 4:20
'Everyone assumes the challenge is not to go out for a beer - that isn't the challenge'
With instances of Covid-19 on the rise in England, Rob Baxter believes rugby clubs like Exeter have never been as vulnerable to th…
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2020, 3:02
SANZAAR revise Rugby Championship draw, fourth Bledisloe match rescheduled
SANZAAR and tournament hosts, Rugby Australia, have today announced a revised draw for the 2020 Rugby Championship. The 12-match t…
Online Editors
08 Oct 2020, 2:14
Niko Jones named for first Auckland appearance while Blues star Taniela Tele'a set for first game back from injury
Auckland travel to Inglewood for their Round 5 clash with Championship team Taranaki this Saturday afternoon.
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 22:26
Aotearoa Rugby Pod | Episode 14 | Bledisloe Cup preview show
This week on the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, North Harbour duo James Parsons and Bryn Hall join Ross Karl to discuss the All Blacks lineou…
RugbyPass
07 Oct 2020, 21:13
NZ Burning Friends All Over The World The Aussie Rugby Show | Episode 21
How to lose friends and isolate people - the panel looks at New Zealand rugby’s behaviour over the past week as well as previewi…
RugbyPass
07 Oct 2020, 20:05
Son of All Blacks coach earns first start for Wellington
The Wellington Lions have made just two changes to last week’s starting XV as they continue preparations for a Sky Stadium clash…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 19:53
All Blacks loose forward consigned to bench duty for Canterbury return
Canterbury are set to unleash a fresh-faced pack for Friday night’s clash against Manawatu in Palmerston North, with six of the …
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 19:33
Super Rugby retains its South American flavour after Western Force sign two star Pumas
The Western Force has added some South American flavour to their 2021 squad with the signing of two Argentinian international play…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 19:11
Report: All Blacks halfback set for Japan move in 2021
Another All Black is set to spend a season in Japan, according to reports out of New Zealand.
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 17:23
South African rugby fans are writing off young prodigy Damian Willemse in a sharp reversal of public opinion
In the Springbok Showdown clash, Willemse had the chance to show his wares at 10 against the experienced Elton Jantjies but left f…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 17:12
Right man for the job
Sam Cane has long been destined to be All Blacks captain.
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Liam Messam
07 Oct 2020, 17:00
'I didn't even know who he was': The bolter set for his All Blacks debut
He was the surprise package of Ian Foster's first All Blacks squad and has since handled his promotion with such aplomb that a tes…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 16:22
'I just don't feel we are in a position to moan or whinge about not going out for a coffee'
Life this week in England camp is very different from what it was last March, but Jonny May isn't unsettled by the Covid-19 preven…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2020, 13:56
Baxter revisits his pre-Sale outbreak claim that the Premiership should stop Covid testing
A claim early last week by Exeter boss Rob Baxter that Coid testing in the Premiership should stop hasn't aged well in light of th…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2020, 13:15
Saracens post poignant final farewell to Brad Barritt
The show is all over for Brad Barritt at Saracens after a dozen stellar years and the London club have paid him a fond farewell. …
Josh Raisey
07 Oct 2020, 13:09
A case of misplaced nostalgia
Is the unpalatable truth that rugby in days of yore was boorish and bedraggled?
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Michael Aylwin
07 Oct 2020, 13:04
RugbyPass Offload Episode 1 | Introducing an All Star Panel
Eleven months after his injury-enforced retirement as a player, former England skipper Dylan Hartley has a new team, the RugbyPass…
RugbyPass
07 Oct 2020, 12:57
'You can't blame Sale for saying we can fulfil a fixture'
Rob Baxter feels it's ridiculous Exeter only found out their Premiership semi-final opponents on Wednesday, but he isn't blaming S…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2020, 10:28
11 positive tests sees another Castres match face postponement
Castres have been having trouble with Covid for some weeks now and the latest round of testing results could see anther Top 14 mat…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 9:16
It's now Robshaw the Barbarian
Chris Robshaw ended his Harlequins career last Sunday ahead of his San Diego switch but he will now play at Twickenham for the Bar…
PA
07 Oct 2020, 7:06
Confirmed: Lawes will miss entire England autumn programme
There had been grave England fears about the extent of the injury sustained last week by Courtney Lawes while playing for Northamp…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 6:52
Galthie names 31-strong France squad, keeps faith in red-carded Mohamed Haouas
Mohamed Haouas was infamously sent-off for France at Murrayfield last March but coach Fabien Galthie is keeping faith in the prop.
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 6:34
2021 Global Rapid Rugby season cancelled - reports
Just one round of Global Rapid Rugby was played in 20202 before it was cancelled and now the pandemic has claimed the 2021 season.…
AAP
07 Oct 2020, 6:07
Worcester respond to Sale cancellation
Confirmation of further positive tests for Covid at Sale has saved Worcester from travelling to Manchester for Wednesday night's P…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 5:51
Sale issue statement after title challenge ends with Worcester match forfeit
Further testing for Covid on Tuesday has proven to be the end of the Sale Premiership title challenge as they have now forfeited t…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 5:14
Sale now have 27 positive tests, match versus Worcester forfeited
The rearranged Sale versus Worcester Gallagher Premiership has been cancelled, clearing the way for Bath to take their place in th…
Online Editors
07 Oct 2020, 4:34
State of the art games room to keep England occupied at the Lensbury
Coronavirus restrictions will see Eddie Jones confine his England players to their new Lensbury team hotel where downtime activiti…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2020, 3:33
'Joe is an intriguing character... and I hope his book sells well'
Joe Marler has received kudos for his recent mental health revelations and England coach Eddie Jones has now had his say on the pr…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2020, 3:08
Wallabies star reveals how COVID-19 'has been a blessing in disguise' ahead of Bledisloe Cup clash
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto feels the upside of coronavirus is the fast-tracking of the Wallabies' new culture under coach Dave Rennie.
AAP
07 Oct 2020, 0:07
Kiwi rugby stars at odds over who should start for the All Blacks between Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo'unga
Two New Zealand rugby stars are divided over who should start at No. 10 for the All Blacks against the Wallabies this weekend.
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 23:45
Edge of glory: 'This will be the All Blacks season that you remember Patrick Tuipulotu kicking on'
2019 was a major step forward in Patrick Tuipulotu's All Blacks career but there's potential for the upcoming season to have an ev…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Oct 2020, 21:09
Why James O'Connor is the obvious choice to start at flyhalf for the Wallabies
When the Wallabies take the field for their first match of the year this Sunday, a new-look side is expected to lead the charge to…
Finn Morton
06 Oct 2020, 19:59
'We would love it': Wallabies duo eager for Pacific Island Super Rugby team following reports of Australian move
A pair of Wallabies have embraced the idea of a Pacific Island side in Super Rugby after two leading Pasifika figures suggested a …
Alex McLeod
06 Oct 2020, 19:52
Three All Blacks released from squad ahead of opening Bledisloe Cup test
Three All Blacks have effectively been ruled out of playing in the opening Bledisloe Cup clash on Sunday after being released from…
Alex McLeod
06 Oct 2020, 18:33
The lost art
The homogenisation of loose forwards is killing a whole generation of would-be No 8s.
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Wayne Buck Shelford
06 Oct 2020, 18:24
No end in sight for Anscombe's 14-month lay-off
Gareth Anscombe hasn't played since limping out a Wales match in August 2019 and a recent setback means his comeback is another wh…
PA
06 Oct 2020, 16:01
'When you're in your twenties and thirties, sometimes you make mistakes'
After England footballers ignited negative headlines last month, Eddie Jones wants to lay down the law to his rugby squad regardin…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2020, 16:00
Ian Foster likely to unleash string of rookie All Blacks against Wallabies in Bledisloe I
Ian Foster's maiden All Blacks team will contain something old, something new, and harness the intent to leave the Wallabies blue.…
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 15:39
Piers Francis stepping down from England squad become latest twist in Sale virus saga
Piers Francis came off the bench last week for Northampton against Covid-hit Sale and his positive test now rules him out of Engla…
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 14:11
'He doesn't have an ounce of fat and is pure muscle'
Wasps are on an incredible run of form, winning eight from nine since lockdown, and boss Lee Blackett is chuffed with the Malakai …
Chris Jones
06 Oct 2020, 13:38
'England were stupid... that has killed the Lions tour': Willie John McBride's lament for modern-day rugby
Professional rugby's myriad of problems are addressed in a compelling new book that contains a hard-hitting foreword by Lions lege…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2020, 13:14
New recruit Sheedy on why Wales now owe Gavin Henson a debt of gratitude
New Wales call-up Callum Sheedy flirted with England last year, playing against the Barbarians, but he has never forgotten Gavin H…
PA
06 Oct 2020, 12:57
Mind games
Racing 92 attack coach Mike Prendergast explains Finn Russell's modus operandi
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Jamie Lyall
06 Oct 2020, 12:54
May 2021 poised to be the date when World Rugby finally agrees on a lasting global calendar
It's taken World Rugby years to made headway with the global calendar impasse, but they are now confident a resolution will be pas…
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 12:12
Pivac threatens Wales players with the axe
Sport has been in the dock recently with Covid breaches of team bubbles, prompting Wayne Pivac to state such behaviours won't be t…
PA
06 Oct 2020, 10:17
Northampton CEO's letter criticises Sale for breaking Saints' bubble
The major virus outbreak at Sale forced Northampton to concede a walkover to Gloucester on Sunday, a situation that infuriated Sai…
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 9:15
The Super Rugby Aotearoa trend that has Eddie Jones worked up about life without Manu Tuilagi
Eddie Jones has England - minus the injured Manu Tuilagi - in for a camp and he will be telling them about a Super Rugby Aotearoa …
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2020, 8:03
The 1-minute phone call that convinced Wales newcomer Sheedy to spurn England
Callum Sheedy was on England's radar, even appearing for them against the Barbarians, but Wayne Pivac has convinced him to hook-up…
PA
06 Oct 2020, 7:31
It's 7-up for Owens as he gets Champions Cup final nod
Nigel Owens was kicking his heels in Wales for last month's Champions Cup quarter-finals, but he is now back in favour and will ta…
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 7:04
Virus-hit Sale finally name their XV to face Worcester
There has been huge interest in the goings-on at Sale and the Steve Diamond has now announced the Premiership XV that will face Wo…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2020, 6:13
Bristol's Callum Sheedy among 7 uncapped players in Pivac's Wales squad
Fresh from last Friday's World Cup draw boost, Wayne Pivac has announced his autumn Wales squad which includes seven uncapped play…
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 5:21
Premiership confirms times and date for its semi-final fixtures
Premiership officials have set the times for this weekend's league semi-finals in England even though the exact line-up isn't yet …
Online Editors
06 Oct 2020, 5:08
Virus fears impact first day of England camp as Jones potentially 3 players short
Eddie Jones named a 28-strong England squad on Monday only to turn up for work on Tuesday in London three players short due to con…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2020, 4:44
Toomua, O'Connor, Lolesio or Harrison: Who is leading the charge to start at No. 10 for the Wallabies?
Coach Dave Rennie is keeping his Wallabies on edge ahead of the opening Bledisloe Cup clash against the All Blacks.
AAP
05 Oct 2020, 23:29
'I was just so blessed': Tupou Vaa'i opens up on emotional All Blacks announcement video
Tupou Vaa'i's rapid rise from Super Rugby obscurity to a new All Black in the space of about three months took many by surprise, n…
Online Editors
05 Oct 2020, 22:50
The key ingredient the Wallabies must take out of their recipe to avoid another Bledisloe disaster
The question the Wallabies must ask is, how much ball-in-hand rugby do they want to play? Because too much may play straight into …
Ben Smith
05 Oct 2020, 22:44
Melbourne Rebels continue off-season recruitment drive by signing NRL wing
An NRL speedster is crossing codes and returning to Melbourne after signing a Super Rugby deal with the Rebels.
AAP
05 Oct 2020, 22:14
Former All Black Isaac Ross returns to Mitre 10 Cup following Top League axing
Former All Blacks lock Isaac Ross has returned to New Zealand after being left without a club in Japan over an obscure Top League …
Alex McLeod
05 Oct 2020, 21:57
Ngani Laumape called into All Blacks Rugby Championship squad alongside uncapped prospect
Ngani Laumape has been called into the All Blacks squad for next month's Rugby Championship in Australia.
Alex McLeod
05 Oct 2020, 17:38
Kiwis in Europe: Why New Zealand Rugby and the Chiefs still miss Charlie Ngatai
New Zealand rugby, and the Chiefs in particular, still miss Charlie Ngatai, who continued to show his class for Lyon in the French…
Campbell Burnes
05 Oct 2020, 17:10
Lost generation
Rugby Australia needs more initiatives to engage those with Indigenous heritage.
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Ben Kimber
05 Oct 2020, 16:42
Money matters
Professional players face financial ruin if they don’t adapt to the new Covid world.
LONG READ
Jon Cardinelli
05 Oct 2020, 13:29
Sale statement: Club could forfeit Worcester game, hit out at 'allegations' in the media
There had been suggestions that Sale's squad had been out in central Manchester celebrating their recent Premiership Cup win, but …
Online Editors
05 Oct 2020, 13:28
'You want to be a British Lion, you want to be a 100-cap Welsh international' - Owen Watkin
Wales centre helped Ospreys kick-start their season with a 25-10 win over Edinburgh, but has his sights set on bigger and better t…
Gavin Harper
05 Oct 2020, 13:28
Harlequins players the talk of social in wake of Eddie's 28-man England squad
Eddie Jones has named a 28-man England training squad ahead of a three-day camp this week, and it is Harlequins players that have …
Josh Raisey
05 Oct 2020, 12:25
'We have had some incredible moments' - Chris Robshaw pens emotional open letter to fans
The 34-year-old shared a message addressed to everyone involved with the club after what he described as the “hardest day of [hi…
Josh Raisey
05 Oct 2020, 11:38
Concern for Andy Farrell as Leinster confirm Sexton injury
Ireland are set to resume their postponed Six Nations season in just under three weeks' time when they host Italy at the Aviva Sta…
Ciarán Kennedy
05 Oct 2020, 9:59
Penaud out of France's autumn internationals
French flyer Damian Penaud has been ruled of his country's autumn internationals, Clermont Auvergne have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2020, 8:38
Sale Sharks' giant Bok Lood de Jager issues post surgery update
Sale Sharks and South Africa lock Lood de Jager has said that this third shoulder operation in under two years “went well”.
Josh Raisey
05 Oct 2020, 8:18
Eddie Jones severely restricted by chaotic end to Premiership season
Players from Exeter, Wasps, Bristol, Bath, Sale and Worcester have not been selected for England’s latest training squad due to …
PA
05 Oct 2020, 7:55
Worcester boss Alan Solomons: 'This is a major decision. It is certainly a red flag to have 19 people test positive'
Worcester’s trip to Sale should have taken place on Sunday but 16 Sharks players and three staff members tested positive for cor…
PA
05 Oct 2020, 6:17
Problems for Fiji camp as Sevens star dumped by French club
Semi Kunatani had joined fellow countrymen Vilimoni Botitu and Osea Waqa at Castres, the club the 29-year-old signed for from Harl…
Chris Jones
05 Oct 2020, 5:22
Eddie Jones names 12 uncapped players in experimental looking England squad
England have six upcoming fixtures this autumn starting with the uncapped Quilter Cup against the Barbarians on October 25.
Online Editors
05 Oct 2020, 4:14
Authorities make Cheika wait to join Pumas in quarantine
Argentina are due to arrive in Sydney on Tuesday and will undergo two weeks quarantine under COVID-19 protocols.
AAP
05 Oct 2020, 3:49
RFU to launch probe into Sale Sharks
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) will launch a probe into how Premiership club Sale Sharks returned 16 positive COVID-19 tests among…
AAP
05 Oct 2020, 2:55
'I will take responsibility for my personal errors... I dropped a few balls'
Edinburgh forward Nick Haining admitted his side’s error-strewn display against Ospreys was unacceptable.
PA
05 Oct 2020, 2:40
The three biggest selection headaches facing Ian Foster heading into Bledisloe Cup opener
With the All Blacks set for their first test of the year on Sunday, head coach Ian Foster is staring down the barrel of some big s…
Alex McLeod
04 Oct 2020, 23:43
Former Wallabies captain picks up to four potential debutants in Australian backline for All Blacks clash
The last man to captain the Wallabies to a win at Eden Park has urged selectors to be daring as the "new era" get their first tast…
AAP
04 Oct 2020, 23:24
Pacific players boss: Why a Pasifika franchise could go to Australia instead of 'arrogant' New Zealand
The future of a Pasifika Super Rugby franchise could lie with Rugby Australia rather than the "arrogant" New Zealand Rugby.
Online Editors
04 Oct 2020, 22:45
Locked in: Eden Park confirmed to host second Bledisloe Cup match following relaxed COVID-19 restrictions
New Zealand Rugby have confirmed that Eden Park will host the second Bledisloe Cup clash between the All Blacks and the Wallabies …
Online Editors
04 Oct 2020, 20:38
Harlequins boss lauds 'unbelievable professional' Chris Robshaw after final game
The 34-year-old former England captain played his 300th and final game for Quins before joining USA Major League outfit San Diego …
PA
04 Oct 2020, 20:26
'A very strange situation': Bath set to prepare for semi-final they may not play
Bath boss Stuart Hooper will prepare his team to face Exeter next weekend, despite not knowing until Wednesday whether they have q…
PA
04 Oct 2020, 20:18
Everyone wants to see a Pasifika Super franchise but expecting NZR to bankroll it in these times is a stretch too far
In these straightened financial times, NZR is simply not in a position to absorb the costs associated with suddenly setting a Supe…
Hamish Bidwell
04 Oct 2020, 20:17
Exeter boss Rob Baxter preparing for play-offs as if Sale-Worcester won't happen
Rob Baxter says that Exeter will prepare for the Gallagher Premiership play-offs as if Wednesday’s rescheduled game between Sale…
PA
04 Oct 2020, 13:29
'The biggest shock was that were 19 positive tests in Sale's camp, that has to call into question the behaviour of the group'
Bristol boss Pat Lam hit out at Premiership Rugby’s decision to grant a postponement of Sale’s fixture against Worcester after…
PA
04 Oct 2020, 13:18
Steve Diamond responds to claims Sale Sharks partied in Manchester after Prem Cup win
Sale Shark Director of Rugby Steve Diamond has dismissed claims that players at the Covid hit club partied following their Premier…
Online Editors
04 Oct 2020, 12:29
Harlequins give Chris Robshaw winning farewell with victory over Leicester
The former England captain was playing his 300th and final match for the club.
PA
04 Oct 2020, 11:56
Saracens stage late fightback as Bath fluff their lines
Saracens departed the Gallagher Premiership by firing a parting shot in the title race as Bath were held 17-17 at Allianz Park to …
PA
04 Oct 2020, 11:40
Bristol claim semi-final spot with bonus-point win over London Irish
The Bears were 36-7 victors as they climbed above neighbours Bath in the standings.
PA
04 Oct 2020, 11:35
Wasps secure place in Premiership play-offs with record win over Exeter
Wasps cruised into the Gallagher Premiership play-offs by posting a league record 46-5 victory over Exeter at the Ricoh Arena.
PA
04 Oct 2020, 11:11
The Springboks have a new option at 9
South Africa’s depth at scrumhalf is bursting at the seams, especially after the performance from one of the country’s most pr…
Online Editors
04 Oct 2020, 9:08
The USA rugby player who isn't allowed to enter America || Rugby Pass documentary
In the latest RugbyPass Insiders documentary, we visit 28-year-old USA prop Paul Mullen who is stranded off the coast of Ireland d…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2020, 7:00
The inside story on what happened the day Cipriani was punched out in England camp bust-up
James Haskell has given an insight into an infamous England camp bust-up that saw Danny Cipriani knocked unconscious after being p…
Ian Cameron
04 Oct 2020, 6:08
'A lot of teams will be after him now' - the 82kg Bok triallist everyone wants to sign
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick believes exciting wing Yaw Penxe will heading to one of South Africa’s bigger teams so…
Online Editors
04 Oct 2020, 4:57
Glasgow Warriors have got to be a lot more disciplined - Kenny Murray
Glasgow Warriors will focus on improving their discipline following their opening Guinness PRO14 defeat against Connacht.
PA
04 Oct 2020, 4:33
'On a one-to-one basis he has warned me to up my physicality to make me be the best Premiership player I can be'
Steve Borthwick has a no-nonsense reputation but his abrasive style is inspiring Tommy Reffell, the Leicester Welshman getting env…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2020, 3:52
All Blacks player 'barged in door' to say not keen on Christmas isolation - Foster
All Blacks coach Ian Foster said one player in the squad 'barged in his door' and made it clear he had no intention of being in qu…
AAP
04 Oct 2020, 3:24
'When I heard he was announced as England's coach, I thought that was me done in all honesty'
The 34-year-old has paid tribute to the Australian taskmaster.
PA
04 Oct 2020, 3:00
Father and son
What is it that makes the bond between a father and a son so special?
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Sam Roberts
04 Oct 2020, 2:45
Andy Goode: The Sale PR machine needs to have a long hard look at itself
It’s the right thing for the league's integrity to get Sale vs Worcester played but the Sharks’ statements may have forced Pre…
Andy Goode
04 Oct 2020, 2:19
The Springboks pattern
Will the Springboks change up their tactics from the World Cup when the Lions come to SA?
LONG READ
Ben Smith
04 Oct 2020, 0:27
History repeats! Otago lose Ranfurly Shield to Hawke's Bay after one-week reign
As was the case in 2013, Hawke's Bay have travelled to Dunedin and snatched the Ranfurly Shield from Otago just a week into the so…
Online Editors
04 Oct 2020, 0:24
'We don't have a leg to stand on': Judgement day drawing near for Wallabies
With a fresh lease on his test life, Wallabies forward James Slipper wants to be there for what he views as the new-look team's mo…
AAP
03 Oct 2020, 23:13
Superb Harbour end Tasman's 15-match win streak
North Harbour have triumphed over the Tasman Mako 40-24 on Auckland's North Shore.
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 22:01
Liam Messam set for first appearance for Waikato since 2015 as Mooloos roll out young halves combo
Waikato will travel back down south this weekend to face Southland Stags at Rugby Park, Invercargill, in week 4 of the Mitre 10 Cu…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 19:30
'The standard was shocking' - Springbok Showdown fails to meet expectations as South African fans get reality check
In just the second week of professional rugby for the country, South Africa's players struggled for combinations and consistency i…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 17:07
Have NZ lost Pacific Super Rugby side to Australia?: 'I would do anything to get this across the line'
Such is the passion for Moana Pasifika to play in Super Rugby next year that the option of lifting the team from South Auckland an…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 16:06
Former Bristol Bear helps Ospreys to winning start in PRO14
Mat Protheroe scored a double on his first start for Ospreys as the Welsh side opened their Guinness PRO14 season with a dominant …
PA
03 Oct 2020, 15:42
Bundee Aki makes the difference as Connacht end miserable run against Glasgow
Bundee Aki’s second-half brace of tries, coupled with a late Jack Carty penalty, steered Connacht to a memorable 28-24 Guinness …
PA
03 Oct 2020, 14:01
'We are a long way off in terms of fitness and match readiness from where we were at the World Cup"
Springbok Green turned on Test-style rugby to come away with a 25-9 victory and bragging rights over Springbok Gold in the Castle …
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 13:42
Kolisi's Green team bully Am's Gold team in Springboks trial
The Green Team claim bragging rights with a hard-fought 25-9 win over the Gold team at Newlands on Saturday.
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 13:26
Premiership Rugby confirms 21 positive tests for Covid-19 across three clubs
It's been quite an unsettling week for Premiership Rugby with the Sale versus Worcester game rescheduled and Northampton's match a…
Liam Heagney
03 Oct 2020, 12:15
Monster Healy penalty clinches victory for Munster in 82nd minute
Ben Healy’s last-minute penalty saw 14-man Munster snatch a dramatic 30-27 Guinness PRO14 victory at Scarlets.
PA
03 Oct 2020, 11:28
'It will be one of those years where for the next 20, 30 years we will be talking about - do you remember the Covid? - for all the wrong reasons'
Steve Diamond was in his element on a media Zoom call Thursday... then Covid struck, resulting in a crazy 48 hours for Sale, his P…
Liam Heagney
03 Oct 2020, 11:14
Premiership Rugby statement: Gloucester get 5 points as Saints game cancelled
Gloucester and Northampton's scheduled Gallagher Premiership match has been cancelled after an outbreak of COVID-19 in Sale Sharks…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 10:33
Sale Sharks statement: COVID-19 outbreak
Sale Sharks say they were ready to fulfil their Gallagher Premiership match commitment with Worcester Warriors,
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 9:09
Premiership statement: Sale Sharks vs Worcester Warriors
The Sale Sharks versus Worcester Warriors game scheduled for Sunday has been postponed following the outbreak of COVID-19 at the c…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 9:00
Bristol Bears name team to go hunting place in top four
Bristol Bears travel to the Twickenham Stoop on Sunday knowing victory over London Irish could secure a place in the Premiership s…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 8:39
Gloucester name team for Saints despite rumours match about to be cancelled
Lewis Ludlow continues to skipper Gloucester as George Skivington makes five changes to the Cherry and Whites side that took on Ba…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 8:11
Organised crime unit investigating Sam Burgess following explosive allegations
Former England rugby union centre Sam Burgess is being investigated by New South Wales organised crime unit, it has emerged.
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2020, 7:27
Saracens name last Premiership team until 2021 at the earliest
Richard Wigglesworth is set to win his 250th cap as Saracens name their last Premiership team until 2021 at the earliest.
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 6:48
Harlequins team named: Robshaw to play 300th and final game club
Club captain Chris Robshaw will play his 300th and final game for the Harlequins as Paul Gustard names the side to travel to Leice…
Online Editors
03 Oct 2020, 6:28

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