All Blacks coaching race heats up as candidates assemble crack teams
The top two contenders for the soon-to-be-vacant All Blacks head coaching role are set for an almighty tug of war over the same as…
Online Editors
31 Oct 2019, 2:26
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No questions about passion, but New Zealand's stalwart forwards look like spent forces
New Zealand were comprehensively taken apart by an English side that played the game of their lives, but that doesn't mean the All…
Tom Vinicombe
31 Oct 2019, 1:19
One change for England as Eddie Jones sticks to the tried and true for World Cup final
England men’s head coach Eddie Jones has named his team to play South Africa in the Rugby World Cup 2019 final at Yokohama Stadi…
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 23:02
42-cap All Black calls for an end to 'overused' haka
Former All Black Joe Karam believes it's time for the team to take a page out of the history books when it comes to the haka.
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 22:00
Cheslin Kolbe returns for South Africa for Rugby World Cup final
Rassie Erasmus had made one change to the Springboks match-day squad for their Rugby World Cup final with England.
Tom Vinicombe
30 Oct 2019, 20:18
The Owen Farrell player-only meetings - 'Everyone is hanging on every word he says'
England's week is all about delivering the right result on Saturday and Jamie George has highlighted the important role which Owen…
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 17:35
People are concerned for Leigh Halfpenny after latest concussion
Thomas Francis, Aaron Wainwright, George North and Leigh Halfpenny are fresh injuries to go alongside the myriad casualties that t…
Josh Raisey
30 Oct 2019, 16:44
The solid reason why TJ Perenara might not win 'Try of the Year'
TJ Perenara’s try against Namibia looks like the clear favourite, and the majority of fans on social media seem to agree.
Josh Raisey
30 Oct 2019, 15:57
How do England beat South Africa in the World Cup final?
Beating New Zealand in a World Cup semi-final is one thing but adding the scalp of South Africa in the final will be quite another…
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 12:55
Surprise development at Harlequins as Codling exits just two games into new league season
The new Gallagher Premiership season is just two rounds of fixtures old but there has already been a coaching casualty as Harlequi…
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 12:10
'The classic one is always, are you a hooker? That is just so out of date. Unbelievable'
Winning a World Cup for England is a life-changing experience as Rachael Burford knows only too well after her 2014 triumph with h…
Liam Heagney
30 Oct 2019, 11:08
Ntamack the obvious candidate for Breakthrough Player of the Year as Wainwright misses out
World Rugby have announced the three-man shortlist for the Breakthrough Player of the Year award and French talent Romain Ntamack …
Alex Shaw
30 Oct 2019, 11:03
Nigel Owens' classy response to Garces being named RWC final ref
The verdict is clearly that Nigel Owens was more deserving of taking charge of his second final, having supervised the 2015 showca…
Josh Raisey
30 Oct 2019, 10:49
Leicester Tigers fans already fearing the worst two games into season
English and European giants Leicester Tigers endured their annus horribilis last season, finishing eleventh in the Gallagher Premi…
Josh Raisey
30 Oct 2019, 9:48
Dallaglio: How England players responded at final whistle a 'good sign'
Lawrence Dallaglio has predicted a special future for England’s World Cup-chasing team ahead of their bid for global glory.
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 9:28
All Blacks fans wondering if XV versus Wales would have beaten England
With Ryan Crotty and a number of other seasoned internationals recalled to the New Zeland XV to face Wales, some ABs fans believe …
Josh Raisey
30 Oct 2019, 8:39
Can high tackle sanction framework be branded a success as concussion rates are down at 2019 RWC?
Concussion and injury rates have been negative PR for rugby in recent years but World Rugby have announced a reduction in these is…
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 7:28
Perenara's acrobatic finish versus Namibia makes shortlist of four for try of the year award
New Zealand can no longer win the World Cup following their defeat to England but one of their tries in Japan, TJ Perenara's effor…
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 6:10
Wales fullback Liam Williams could be sidelined for three months
Wales fullback Liam Williams could face a lengthy lay-off after being injured at the World Cup.
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 6:06
Gatland finally explains what he really meant about England playing their final in the semi-final
Verbal sparring has always been a feature of the Eddie Jones-Warren Gatland relationship and with Jones landing a telling blow on …
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 5:45
Mtawarira: Unlike other Springbok coaches, Rassie is 'honest'
Springbok loosehead Tendai Mtawarira opens up on race, Siya Kolisi and Rassie Erasmus ahead of the Rugby World Cup final against E…
Alex Shaw
30 Oct 2019, 4:55
Sam Burgess forced to retire
Sam Burgess says he was was left with no choice but to walk away from rugby league after succumbing to a left shoulder injury.
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 4:54
All Blacks respond to English fine: 'They're a pretty wealthy union so they can take the hit'
Dane Coles raised his hand for the best one liner of the World Cup by bluntly assessing how England's wealthy players will have no…
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 3:58
Steve Hansen quietens down the rumours: 'Thanks, Eddie. I'm not actually coming to Japan to coach that team'
Following Saturday's match between England and New Zealand, Eddie Jones made a few comments about Steve Hansen's future. It turns …
Tom Vinicombe
30 Oct 2019, 3:32
World Rugby announce Breakthrough Player of the Year nominees
World Rugby have named the three nominees for the breakthrough player of the year award, with the winner set to be announced this …
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 0:07
Wales chop and change side in final Test of Warren Gatland's twelve-year tenure
Wales have named a much-changed side for their World Cup bronze final match against New Zealand in Tokyo on Friday.
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 23:34
All Blacks welcome back departing veterans for Wales third-and-fourth play-off clash
Four departing All Blacks will get to sign off their international careers on their own terms after being named to face Wales in t…
Alex McLeod
29 Oct 2019, 22:45
The 'clearly unfair' tie-break rule in new rugby variant has left fans absolutely baffled
For fans watching the RugbyX's inaugural tournament, it became quickly apparent that the tie-breaker used in the condensed format …
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 21:38
Why England World Cup victory could be disastrous for the Wallabies
A World Cup triumph with England would only motivate Eddie Jones to see out his contract and "build a dynasty" rather than return …
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 21:34
World Rugby branded a 'joke' for reported haka fine
World Rugby has been accused of mixed messages after reportedly fining England for its counter to New Zealand's haka three days af…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 19:56
Wales coach's warning to 'miserable as hell' Steve Hansen
If the browbeaten All Blacks were expecting an easier time of it in the World Cup bronze match against Wales on Friday, they have …
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 17:05
Erasmus sounds happy that South Africa have bored their way into Saturday's final
Rassie Erasmus accepts that South Africa's limited approach has won them few fans at the World Cup, but he insists that results ar…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 13:18
World Cup winner Wilkinson on what England must do to emulate class of 2003
It's 16 years since England last lifted the World Cup and 2003 match-winner Jonny Wilkinson has some advice as the class of 2019 p…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 12:49
A 'Watson To World Cup' campaign has now launched after the Curry success
Following social media's success convincing Sale to allow Ben Curry to watch twin Tom play in the World Cup final, a campaign has …
Josh Raisey
29 Oct 2019, 11:12
World Cup finalists England dominate potential British and Irish Lions XV for 2021
Who is currently impressing and who will be in good shape to compete for a spot on the British and Irish Lions tour of South Afric…
Alex Shaw
29 Oct 2019, 9:45
The veteran Bok and the young Englishman make an odd couple, but they have bonded over beers in Bath
There is an eleven-year age difference between Sam Underhill and Francois Louw but the respect will be clear when the Bath team-ma…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 8:12
Ben Curry responds after social media campaign gets him to Japan to watch England twin Tom
The power of social media has been evident in recent days as support for Ben Curry has convinced Sale to allow him to skip a leagu…
Josh Raisey
29 Oct 2019, 6:59
'Everyone takes the mick out of me when I say I still think it was a try but I genuinely do'
Twelve years since he was denied what he felt was a legitimate try for England in the World Cup final versus South Africa, Mark Cu…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 6:28
'Family can be a distraction. Tickets, giving you pointers on how to play rugby... my auntie is always great for that'
England's first appearance in a World Cup final since 2007 has caught the imagination of the large Vunipola family who are despera…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 5:43
Why would Eddie Jones return to Australia when he can build a dynasty with England?
A World Cup triumph with England would only motivate Eddie Jones to see out his contract and "build a dynasty" rather than return …
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 4:28
South Africa left out in the cold for developing 2020 mid-year schedule
The latest 2020 July fixture rumours could spell bad news for South Africa, with the top four European sides all having fairly pac…
Tom Vinicombe
29 Oct 2019, 3:42
Springboks 2007 World Cup stars: Where are they now?
In anticipation of facing the same opposition in the same match that secured them the 2007 World Cup title this weekend, we look a…
Alex McLeod
29 Oct 2019, 2:47
The successes keep coming for South Africa with Cape Town set to host the 2022 Sevens World Cup
South Africa will host Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 after the World Rugby Council awarded the hosting rights for the premier tourna…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 1:13
Jerome Garces to be first French referee to take charge of a World Cup final
World Rugby has announced that France's Jérôme Garcès will referee the Rugby World Cup 2019 final between England and South Afr…
Online Editors
29 Oct 2019, 0:28
Expect a Ben Smith swansong on Friday with All Blacks primed to make changes
Steve Hansen as good as confirmed that we shouldn't expect to see the same All Blacks team trotted out against Wales that waged wa…
Tom Vinicombe
28 Oct 2019, 23:34
The act abolished in the seventies that could prevent another semi-final snore-fest
One for the purists', a 'test of attrition', a 'classic slog'. There are many charitable ways to describe Sunday's RWC semi-final …
Tom Vinicombe
28 Oct 2019, 22:24
Why it would be 'extra special' if South Africa won World Cup under captain Siya Kolisi
Veteran Springboks prop Tendai Mtawarira believes it would be "extra special" if South Africa won their third World Cup crown unde…
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 21:30
Kiwi duo primed for Wales following World Cup exit
Two New Zealanders could play a key role in Wales' re-build following their semi-final exit from the World Cup.
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 21:04
Sonny Bill Williams' reported $9.7m post-World Cup offer
All Blacks second five-eighth Sonny Bill Willams has reportedly been offered a staggering $9.7m contract for his services after th…
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 17:33
'We hate the English, but...' - old enemy of England can't help but be impressed
After England’s historic victory over New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup semi-final on Saturday, former France international Fre…
Josh Raisey
28 Oct 2019, 16:33
Springboks must improve tactics or they'll lose to England
South Africa booked their place in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final against England with an attritional win over Wales on Sunday, bu…
Josh Raisey
28 Oct 2019, 13:27
There's been a long-held creativity void within the Welsh set-up
At the final whistle, Welsh players stood tall, transfixed to the turf, looking for something to fixate their glassy eyes on. They…
Owain Jones
28 Oct 2019, 13:05
Kiwi fans spewing as TVNZ won't be showing All Blacks on Friday - it'll be Coronation Street instead
It's the game no one wants to play - and TVNZ will not screen the All Blacks' playoff for the Rugby World Cup bronze medal with Wa…
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 11:15
Tindall: Ali Williams explained why 'V' formation the perfect Haka foil
England’s 2003 World Cup winner Mike Tindall believes England’s semi-final win over New Zealand was their best ever performanc…
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 10:35
England's 2003 World Cup heroes - Where are they now?
Eddie Jones’ side bid to replicate the success of 2003 against South Africa on Saturday.
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 9:09
Northampton Saints land major coup in England U20s star Kpoku
Northampton Saints have carried off a significant coup in nailing down the signing of highly-rated Saracens secondrow Joel Kpoku -…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2019, 6:13
England facing a kicking? South Africa ready to put boot to ball again
Both South Africa and England have excelled with their kicking games so far at the Rugby World Cup and it's likely to prove decisi…
Alex Shaw
28 Oct 2019, 6:08
Eddie Jones burns Gatland over barbed comment ahead of World Cup final
England will play South Africa after earlier dealing with the All Blacks.
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 5:39
NZR explain why they're effectively ruling out Warren Gatland as an All Blacks' coach
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Tew says Wales coach Warren Gatland is unlikely to be considered to succeed Steve Hansen a…
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 3:54
Wales to 'bounce back' with third place over New Zealand, Tipuric says
The side will look to end their World Cup campaign on a high and claim a rare victory over New Zealand.
Online Editors
28 Oct 2019, 3:01
Can anyone stop England from scooping the player of the year award?
Next week, rugby royalty from across the globe will gather to see, amongst other awards, who has won the World Rugby Player of the…
Tom Vinicombe
28 Oct 2019, 2:35
Where the All Blacks got it absolutely wrong and played right into Eddie's hands
This recipe would be repeated over and over as the All Blacks failed to adopt a kicking strategy around contested kicking, which l…
Ben Smith
28 Oct 2019, 2:28
Ford admits England's 2015 flop played major role in World Cup assault in Japan
England made unwanted World Cup history at the 2015 tournament.
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 18:12
Humbled All Blacks find an unlikely ally in Matt Giteau
The All Blacks have found an unlikely ally on Twitter with Wallaby Test great Matt Giteau coming to their defence in the wake of t…
Ian Cameron
27 Oct 2019, 17:29
England prospect Earl scores brace as Saracens topple Tigers
Saracens suffered a shock loss to Northampton last week.
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 15:55
'No one likes England' - but Eddie Jones' team hate everyone else so much more
Eddie Jones will have to beat the Springboks in a different fashion, but there is no one better placed to pull it off.
Sam Roberts
27 Oct 2019, 13:46
Analysis: The England tactics that stunned New Zealand
“Authority without wisdom is like a heavy axe without an edge, fitter to bruise than polish.” – Anne Bradstreet
Conor Wilson
27 Oct 2019, 12:58
South Africa player ratings vs Wales - RWC SF
It was far from a classic but South Africa did enough to book their place in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against England with…
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 11:08
Billy Vunipola reveals the brutal plan England executed to beat the All Blacks
England’s number eight reflects on a stunning World Cup semi-final victory over New Zealand.
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 10:14
Gatland: England may have already played their World Cup final
The Wales coached fired a pointed remark towards England after losing out to South Africa.
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 9:51
How Twitter reacted to Wales' agonising World Cup semi-final defeat
A host of former Wales internationals led the tributes on social media after Warren Gatland's team bowed out of the Rugby World Cu…
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 8:59
Warren Gatland identifies the key area that cost Wales against South Africa
Wales coach Warren Gatland admitted his side paid the price for conceding too many penalties as they suffered an agonising 19-16 d…
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 8:28
Wales player ratings vs South Africa - RWC SF
Wales held up well in the scrum and the lineout but, in the end, were worn down by the Springboks and couldn't make it a fairytale…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
27 Oct 2019, 7:51
England quartet injury concerns as Willi Heinz is officially ruled out
Owen Farrell, Jonny May, Anthony Watson and Kyle Sinckler will all be monitored.
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 7:25
It's an England-South Africa RWC final as Boks edge out Wales
Handre Pollard kicked three penalties to Dan Biggar’s two.
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 7:08
Social media can't deal with the amount of kicking in #WALvRSA
The amount of kicking and the lack of passing has been a feature of the first half of the Rugby World Cup semi-final between Wales…
Ian Cameron
27 Oct 2019, 5:48
Recap: Wales vs South Africa LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup semi-final match between Wales versus South Africa in Yokoham…
RugbyPass
27 Oct 2019, 4:21
The scariest thing about this English side? Three of their best performers won't peak until the next World Cup - at the earliest
Maro Itoje, Sam Underhill and Tom Curry, three of England's best, were also the three youngest players in their 23 and will be ter…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Oct 2019, 4:10
What was the first thing that Steve Hansen did after the All Blacks' loss sunk in?
The morning after the night before and the All Blacks are struggling to suppress raw emotions attached to their World Cup semifina…
Online Editors
27 Oct 2019, 2:24
New Zealand sorely missed the unpredictability of one of the game's most elusive players
A fit Damian McKenzie would have given the All Blacks a threatening ball-runner from the backfield and also allowed the nation's m…
Tom Vinicombe
27 Oct 2019, 0:52
Western Force's success shows alternative pathway to Super Rugby
There is every chance that Western Force are in a stronger place now without being in Super Rugby as they rammed home their power …
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 22:47
Who is primed to take over from Steve Hansen as All Blacks coach?
Once the dust settles from the All Blacks' 19-7 loss to England, attention will turn to finding a successor to the departing Steve…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 22:15
Sir Ian McGeechan: New Zealand should have lost by more
It's no exaggeration to say that England's remarkable win over New Zealand was one of the best games of rugby Sir Ian McGeechan ha…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 21:54
Red card opens the door for Farrell to strike late for Connacht
Former Ulster player Ruan Pienaar was poised to enjoy a winning return to Ireland until Cheetahs suffered a red card and allowed a…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 16:33
Ben Spencer is being flown to Japan
England have been forced into a late call-up with back-up scrum-half Willi Heinz likely to be ruled out of the tournament with a h…
Ian Cameron
26 Oct 2019, 15:37
Late tries allow Northampton skew the scoreline and win comfortably
Quickfire tries from George Furbank and Ollie Sleightholme inside the final 15 minutes made sure Northampton enjoyed a maximum poi…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 14:08
Gustard satisfied as 'ugly game with small margins' tips Harlequins' way
Poor weather meant conditions weren't good for rugby at the Stoop but a second-half tactical change tipped the outcome the way of …
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 13:51
Dean Ryan grabs first big PRO14 scalp
The Dragons enjoyed a first Rodney Parade win of the calendar year in the Guinness PRO14 after upsetting Glasgow 18-5 at rain-soak…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 13:24
Australia would have to 'break bank' for Eddie Jones
Rugby Australia are being urged to bring back Eddie Jones after the Australian coach engineered another historic Rugby World Cup t…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 13:06
Diamond delighted with Sale's response after 'kick up the backside last week'
A ruthless display from Sale meant London Irish were never in the game and the visitors ran riot in a 41-7 win at the Madejski Sta…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 12:49
'Model pro' Simpson stings former club Wasps
Gloucester scrum-half Joe Simpson scored two tries against his former club as Wasps continued their poor start to the new Gallaghe…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 12:43
'We knew it would rile them up, it probably felt like we disrespected them'
Mako Vunipola has admitted England knew they were playing with fire with their haka response, but they felt they needed to serve n…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 12:34
Video: 'New Zealand are the God of rugby' - Eddie Jones' full post-match press conference
England will face Wales or South Africa in next Saturday’s World Cup final.
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 12:18
Video: 'We are hurting' - Steve Hansen's full post-match press conference
New Zealand coach Steve Hansen praised England as deserved winners after Eddie Jones’ team ended their reign as world champions.…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 12:08
'I don't think my vocabulary is good enough to describe that!'
As he prepares to win his 91st Wales cap, George North knows the magnitude of Sunday's occasion but he is having trouble putting i…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 12:06
Sam Underhill cementing himself as All Blacks' budding bogeyman
England were dominant in their 19-7 win over New Zealand on Saturday and one man, Sam Underhill, is rapidly developing into the Al…
Alex Shaw
26 Oct 2019, 11:17
'It was a no-brainer to come and join... Leicester is a similar situation to the Bulls'
Picking a once-great club up off the canvas is a process Hanro Liebenberg experienced at the Bulls... now he wants to similarly re…
Liam Heagney
26 Oct 2019, 10:27
Owen Farrell and Manu Tuilagi explain England's response to the haka
Owen Farrell and Manu Tuilagi have explained England's response to the haka moments before their crunch semi-final with New Zealan…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 9:24
'Little boys bullied' - English media reacts to defeat of All Blacks
The Rugby World Cup will have a new home for the next four years after England knocked out the All Blacks with a stunning 19-7 sem…
RugbyPass
26 Oct 2019, 8:49
Steve Hansen turns on reporter over 'pretty disrespectful' Kieran Read question
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen turned on a reporter post-match in Yokohama after what he branded as a "pretty average" question tha…
Ian Cameron
26 Oct 2019, 7:51
'Immense' - How Twitter reacted to England's memorable victory over the All Blacks
Former England players were out in force to pay tribute, while others poked fun at another costly New Zealand defeat.
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 7:19
'We don't bet, we don't look at the bookies, we aren't concerned (we're favourites for the final)...'
Having sent defending champions New Zealand packing, England are now favourites to lift the World Cup next weekend in Japan but Ed…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 7:19
England player ratings vs New Zealand
England player ratings from their 19-7 win over New Zealand in the semi-final of the Rugby World Cup. They will play Wales or Sout…
Alex Shaw
26 Oct 2019, 6:13
Stunner... England dethrone New Zealand with one of their greatest-ever displays
The odds were against England causing an upset in their World Cup semi-final, but a power-packed performance floored New Zealand i…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 6:13
New Zealand player ratings vs England
It was the match many were billing as the 'true final' and it didn't disappoint... the All Blacks were bullied across the park, bu…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Oct 2019, 6:09
How Owen Farrell responded to the haka has split the internet
Owen Farrell is a player that tends to split opinion and his response to the haka in Yokohama before England's crunch semi-final w…
Ian Cameron
26 Oct 2019, 4:35
Itoje: 'We're going to get them'
Maro Itoje senses that England are poised to stun New Zealand in Saturday's World Cup semi-final by declaring: "We're going to get…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 3:48
Tasman claim maiden Mitre 10 Cup title with tense victory over Wellington
Tasman have won the Mitre 10 Cup title for the first time in their 13-year history, downing Wellington in a tight affair at Trafal…
Alex McLeod
26 Oct 2019, 3:13
Recap: England vs New Zealand LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup semi-final match between England versus New Zealand in Yokoha…
RugbyPass
26 Oct 2019, 3:01
'Feeling pretty nervous': Dan Carter shares personal notes leading into 2015 World Cup crunch time
Dan Carter has shared an insight into his headspace leading into the 2015 World Cup knockout matches on the eve of New Zealand's W…
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 1:16
Rugby World Cup 2019 | All Blacks v England: All you need to know
After destroying Ireland 46-14, the All Blacks are seeking to find a similar level of performance against England.
Online Editors
26 Oct 2019, 0:11
Joe Moody steers clear of verbal clash with England's 'emotional time bomb' Kyle Sinckler
All Blacks prop Joe Moody refused to give an inch when quizzed about the prospect of coming up against in-form England prop Kyle S…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 23:29
The million-pound jackpot England will put on the line against the All Blacks
A place in the Rugby World Cup final isn't the only thing that will go on the line as England prepare to face-off against the All …
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 22:23
Sloppy Ulster fail to put fairly ragged Cardiff to the sword
Ulster cantered into an early 17-point lead in Belfast but they then lost their way against Cardiff and their winning performance …
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 19:05
Munster bag a bonus in redemptive win over Ospreys
Humbled in South Africa on their last outing, Munster had amends to make when they hosted Ospreys in Cork and they eventually got …
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 18:45
Bath do just enough to spoil Stuart Hogg's Premiership debut
Well beaten last weekend on opening night of the 2019/20 Gallagher Premiership season, Bath were on a mission to bounce back at th…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 18:26
'We're going to get them' - Maro Itoje senses England will stun New Zealand
The All Blacks are odds-on favourites to lift the Webb Ellis Trophy for a third successive time, but Maro Itoje believes an upset …
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 18:05
Saracens dealt a huge winter blow as Alex Goode is out until 2020
Saracens' squad depth is being tested by World Cup call-ups, suspension and injuries, with Alex Goode the latest player to become …
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 12:10
'By moving Farrell out one, he can't have the influence he does when he is in the No10 jersey' - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones has been bold with his selection again but it’s a mistake to revert to the George Ford/Owen Farrell axis against the…
Andy Goode
25 Oct 2019, 11:51
How Wales' Aaron Wainwright could have been playing League Two football this weekend at Colchester
Aaron Wainwright could this weekend have been lining out for Newport in a League Two game at Colchester instead of trying to help …
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 10:52
'I don't think we did our due diligence in terms of looking at them closely enough... it was very amateur'
It's 24 years since Jonah Lomu ran in four tries in a devastating semi-final display in Cape Town to eliminate England, but Dean R…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 9:52
Wales fans still buoyant despite their injury worries ahead of semi-final
Wales have not had much luck with injuries at this World Cup, but they have an ability to roll with the setbacks and still produce…
Josh Raisey
25 Oct 2019, 9:18
'If they don't know who we are, then they will Saturday'
Five years since All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick mistakenly identified Courtney Lawes, calling him Michael Laws, the second row i…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 7:59
Auftragstaktik: The style of winning teams and the reason the Wallabies lost
The military philosophy of Auftragstaktik is visible in rugby circles, but this was clearly not the case with Australia as Michael…
Conor Wilson
25 Oct 2019, 7:04
England's biggest hurdle this weekend could well be what cricket legend Brian Lara once alluded to
A 24-year-old quip from cricket legend Brian Lara sums up what England's rugby team face this weekend as they prepare to cope with…
Sam Roberts
25 Oct 2019, 6:00
The very special story of how Makazole Mapimpi went from walking 10kms to his rural school to Springboks fame
Sixteen months ago, Makazole Mapimpi was someone who had yet to make a Test level debut. A dozen caps later, though, the 29-year-o…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 4:50
Wales have never even made a final, let alone won a World Cup
.Warren Gatland believes it would be an “unbelievable” achievement for Wales to reach the Rugby World Cup final.
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 4:28
'It's just completely ridiculous, unfair, un-Australian'
Billionaire mining magnate Andrew Forrest has blamed the leadership of Rugby Australia for the Wallabies' failings at the recent W…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 3:16
The Bill Ellis Podcast - Episode 7 - Rugby World Cup Semis
This week on the Bill Ellis Podcast, James McOnie, Mils Muliaina, and Steven Bates talk us through the Rugby World Cup semi finals…
RugbyPass
25 Oct 2019, 3:13
Outgoing Springboks head coach: 'I'm seeing the future and [Gatland and I] will definitely compete again'
The ‘coaching’ part of his job title may disappear, but don’t expect Rassie Erasmus to go sit behind a desk.
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 2:51
The rematch they've all been waiting for: age-grade New Zealand and England sides look to get revenge
It's been well documented that the last time England and New Zealand faced off in a World Cup was in 1999, but players from both t…
Tom Vinicombe
25 Oct 2019, 2:13
How to beat the All Blacks: The eight-point plan that could earn England a place in the World Cup final
Ex-World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woodward has offered England a comprehensive plan to dethrone the back-to-back reigning world…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 0:43
Travel delay for England forces change of plans for semi-final
England will review their travel plans for Saturday’s World Cup semi-final against New Zealand after arriving late for today’s…
Online Editors
25 Oct 2019, 0:31
World Cup over for star fullback as Wales make three changes
Star fullback Liam Williams has been ruled out for the remainder of the Rugby World Cup following an ankle injury sustained in an …
Tom Vinicombe
24 Oct 2019, 23:06
Richie Mo'unga reveals heartache following Owen Franks' omission from All Blacks squad
An emotional Richie Mo'unga has revealed how he felt after longtime friend and teammate Owen Franks missed the cut for the All Bla…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 22:49
Eddie Jones and his English players have plenty of experience getting the best of the All Blacks
Eddie Jones said his England team were braced to deal with the unexpected when they play New Zealand in the World Cup semi-finals,…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 22:12
Wallabies legend unloads on Michael Cheika after 'ugly' altercation
An ex-Wallabies captain has unleashed on Michael Cheika following his 'ugly' altercation with Rugby Australia chief executive Rael…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 19:37
Eddie Jones compares England beating All Blacks to Alex Ferguson dethroning Liverpool
The All Blacks are in pursuit of an unprecedented third successive global crown.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 18:12
'Jordie's a psycho because he's been bullied' - Dane Coles' humorous rundown of the Barretts
The presence of all three Barrett brothers in the New Zealand matchday squad to face England on Saturday has generated much attent…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 14:27
Stuart Hogg mercilessly roasted on first day of training at Sandy Park
Stuart Hogg's new Exeter Chiefs teammates didn't take long to get into the Scotsman on his first day at Sandy Park.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 13:22
Tigers' scrumhalf Harrison to walk away from the game at 29
Sam Harrison will depart Leicester Tigers in the New Year, with the 29-year-old deciding to pursue career opportunities away from …
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 13:04
The quiet return of Mark Wilson is long overdue according to England fans
Eddie Jones has tweaked the team that overcame Australia last weekend ahead of the Rugby World Cup semi-final clash against the Al…
Josh Raisey
24 Oct 2019, 12:35
Williams ankle injury in training - reports
Leigh Halfpenny likely to replace Williams at full-back if he is ruled out of semi-final.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 11:59
Vahaamahina receives second longest ban of RWC
Having flown home from Japan following last Sunday's World Cup quarter-final defeat, Sebastien Vahaamahina learned via video confe…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 11:24
Stuart Hogg set for Exeter debut and he'll have another British and Irish Lion alongside
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has had the luxury of being able to call upon two British and Irish Lions for the match agains…
Josh Raisey
24 Oct 2019, 10:56
How a physio who fell into coaching became joined at the hip with Erasmus in rejuvenating the Springboks
Springboks duo Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber have been like two peas in a pod ever since they first went to work together at…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 10:23
'If I am the shield, Billy must be talking himself up as the sword'
It was an 'anything New Zealand can do, England can do better' type of Thursday in Tokyo as the Vunipola brothers fronted media to…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 8:19
Dave Rennie and Wallabies a done deal - reports
Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie is all but confirmed as the next Wallabies head coach - according to reports coming out of…
Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2019, 7:50
World Cup's pattern of red card punishments filters down into PRO14
The majority of the red card punishments handed out at the World Cup have resulted in three-week bans and the same sanction has be…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 7:45
Ford and Tuilagi switches show Eddie's hand ahead of All Blacks
The reintroduction of George Ford and positional switch for Manu Tuilagi promises a much more attacking England side than the team…
Alex Shaw
24 Oct 2019, 7:37
Five remarkable Eddie Jones highs and four bruising lows
England will face New Zealand on Saturday with a place in the Rugby World Cup final at stake and bragging rights on the line.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 7:22
'You only usually get a press conference of this many people when you've done something bad... we haven't'
Having restored George Ford to start at out-half, Eddie Jones believes his England team are ready to play the certain game they ne…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 7:11
Jake White's ringing endorsement for Alun Wyn Jones' World Cup title chances
After leading Wales to their second World Cup semi-final in the last three tournaments, Alun Wyn Jones' leadership has been glowin…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 6:02
Reunited: 17 years after two of the brothers last shared a room, they are sharing again this week
World Cup semi-final week in Japan has provided Beauden Barrett with the novel opportunity of rooming with younger brother Scott f…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 5:08
England make one change for the semi-final and it is potentially massive
Eddie Jones has declared his hand for the World Cup semi-final versus New Zealand and his England XV shows one change from the qua…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 4:09
Steve Hansen not showing his hand on Cane/Barrett call, but 'obviously it's strategic'
Steve Hansen's surprise tactical selection of Scott Barrett at blindside flanker is far more important than any rhetoric either co…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 3:49
Eddie Jones providing media with 'the best clickbait in the world'
New Zealand boss Steve Hansen has laughed off spying suggestions from the England camp and described them as “the best clickbait…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 2:38
'I tried to be like him' - Manu Tuilagi heads into New Zealand clash looking to emulate idol Jonah Lomu
The England centre wants to make his mark when he faces the All Blacks in the World Cup semi-finals on Saturday.
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 2:27
Huge loss for Springboks with Cheslin Kolbe unavailable for semi-final
Young wing Sbu Nkosi has been drafted into the Springbok starting line-up for Sunday’s gripping Rugby World Cup semi-final again…
Online Editors
24 Oct 2019, 2:20
The best referee in the world won't be in charge of a match this weekend - but what does that mean for the World Cup final?
When Nigel Owens and Jérôme Garcès were announced as the referees for this weekend's World Cup semi-final matches, fans underst…
Tom Vinicombe
23 Oct 2019, 23:04
All Blacks spring a surprise for World Cup semi-final
New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen has broken from tradition and made an unexpected change to the All Blacks lineup for their sem…
Tom Vinicombe
23 Oct 2019, 22:34
The Rugby World Cup weekend that nobody wanted
It is true. For all the good that sport does, the way it can reach into the soul and nourish your nether regions, it doesn’t alw…
Sam Roberts
23 Oct 2019, 14:48
'They know they're human. They bleed, they drop balls, they miss tackles like every other player'
England are tapping into the experience of their squad who were on the drawn British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand in 2017 t…
Online Editors
23 Oct 2019, 13:05
Springbok Marvin Orie joins Ospreys on loan
Ospreys have signed South Africa international Marvin Orie on a short-term loan as second-row cover for their World Cup stars.
Online Editors
23 Oct 2019, 12:29
'Doing something like that off the field is not something that we stand for'
South Africa assistant coach Mzwandile Stick has distanced the Springboks from allegations of spying on team training at the Rugby…
Ian Cameron
23 Oct 2019, 12:02
Remarkable stat suggests Elliot Daly is Eddie's real golden boy at the back
There are still calls from fans for Eddie Jones to move Elliot Daly from fullback and switch him with Anthony Watson on the wing.
Josh Raisey
23 Oct 2019, 11:31
Forget his physique, Justin Tipuric must be considered Springbok enemy No.1
Justin Tipuric doesn’t do self-promotion.
The most outlandish part of his persona is his bright blue scrum cap, which conver…
Owain Jones
23 Oct 2019, 10:57
Three key areas for England to beat New Zealand
England will be up against it when they take on New Zealand in the semi-finals, but if they win these three key areas, they will g…
Alex Shaw
23 Oct 2019, 9:00
As Quade Cooper spat vitriol, his ex-teammate jumped to Cheika's defence
In the aftermath of Australia’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final loss to England on Saturday, it has not been pleasant for departin…
Josh Raisey
23 Oct 2019, 7:47
Tendai 'The Beast' Mtawarira sends apology
Springboks prop Tendai ‘The Beast’ Mtawarira has apologised to his opposing loosehead Keita Inagaki after his first half yello…
Josh Raisey
23 Oct 2019, 7:38
Wasps finally reveal location of new training base and when it will be operational
A new high-performance centre for Wasps Rugby is set to be created in Henley-in-Arden after the sale of a 13-acre site close to th…
Ian Cameron
23 Oct 2019, 6:42
Heinrich Brussow retires with 'immediate effect'
Heinrich Brussow has announced his retirement from professional rugby with immediate effect.
RugbyPass
23 Oct 2019, 6:10
Raelene Castle left visibly upset after face-to-face Tokyo tear-up with Cheika - report
Rugby Australia boss Raelene Castle was left visibly upset after a face-to-face Tokyo tear-up with Wallabies head coach Michael Ch…
Online Editors
23 Oct 2019, 5:47
The training ground regime that's stamping out England penalties
Ben Youngs revealed players who make mistakes worthy of penalties receive “a bit of a flogging” from fitness coaches.
Online Editors
23 Oct 2019, 5:07
Flank statement: How Curry and Underhill compare to Cane and Savea
The England pair are set to come face to face with New Zealand duo Ardie Savea and Sam Cane in the World Cup semi-finals.
Online Editors
23 Oct 2019, 4:30
Rugby union in top 4 Aussie sports for doping violations
The number of Australian athletes asked to 'show cause' for a potential doping violation has dropped by almost 40 per cent.
Online Editors
23 Oct 2019, 4:00
England set for two-match 2020 tour to Japan?
England will have spent almost two months in Japan by the time the World Cup comes to a close - but it sounds like they're not sic…
Tom Vinicombe
23 Oct 2019, 1:52
All Blacks have Jonah Lomu's destruction of England to thank
Brodie Retallick claims to have never seen it, Sam Cane says he's only seen highlights, but it is highly unlikely they would be th…
Online Editors
23 Oct 2019, 1:35
Schoolboy sprint sensation Edward Osei-Nketia named in NZ sevens talent identification camp
New Zealand teenage sprint star Edward Osei-Nketia has taken a step closer to realising a potential career in rugby just weeks aft…
Alex McLeod
23 Oct 2019, 1:05
Joe Schmidt's coaching regrets: 'In six and a half years, I've not taken one full day off.'
Outgoing Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has expressed regret with the way he prepared his players for the World Cup, saying the team's …
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 23:30
'Kiwi arrogance': James Haskell reveals explosive clash with All Blacks star Brodie Retallick
Former England rugby star James Haskell has revealed an explosive exchange with All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick, moments after Ne…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 23:10
Michael Cheika linked with new coaching gig
Outgoing Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has been freshly linked with a move back to France to take over as Montpellier's director …
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 23:10
Analysis: Irish con-job complete? The All Blacks' top-draw performance makes compelling evidence for shelved tactics last year
In the post-mortem of the 16-9 loss to Ireland in Dublin last November, a review of the All Blacks tactics showed some very peculi…
Ben Smith
22 Oct 2019, 22:54
David Pocock hints at embarking on political career following international rugby retirement
Departing Wallabies great David Pocock has confirmed he won't be coming out of retirement to add to his 83 test caps.
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 21:38
James Haskell: 'Don't worry about the haka. It's 15 blokes dancing!'
Former international and Highlanders loose forward James Haskell has told the England side how to face the haka ahead of Saturday'…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 21:37
A dig at McCaw? Eddie Jones' sneaky shot at All Blacks legend
He made accusations of spying, said the pressure was on the All Blacks and had a crack at the Kiwi media but Eddie Jones' biggest …
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 18:24
Former All Blacks boss John Mitchell tackles accusations ABs have been spying on his England team in Tokyo
Now Eddie Jones' right-hand man with England, former All Blacks boss John Mitchell has tackled accusations that his team were spie…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 18:09
'I was thinking to myself: If he gives me a red card, this is the end of me'
Ross Moriarty's yellow card had been largely forgotten about due to him later scoring the crucial try against France, but the Wels…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 17:40
Michael Cheika has his say on who his successor should be... and it isn't Dave Rennie
There has been much speculation as to who should be the next Wallabies coach, with even Michael Cheika having his say on who shoul…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 14:15
Joey Carbery can lead the Ireland rejuvenation... but not at No10
Ireland have been left to rebuild following another disappointing World Cup exit and Joey Carbery can be at the heart of it, just …
Alex Shaw
22 Oct 2019, 12:54
'Despite clearly being the least mobile of the four quarter-final referees, Nigel Owens remains without peer'
All the focus is currently on the fall-out from the Jaco Peyper fan picture, but Nigel Owens' effort in the New Zealand-Ireland ma…
Paul Smith
22 Oct 2019, 10:40
'Dave Rennie has fully embraced Glasgow... he could be here for a long time yet'
With Michael Cheika's reign now over, Dave Rennie has quickly emerged as a leading contender to take on the Wallabies. However, Gl…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 9:37
World Rugby accused of political correctness gone mad for punishing Peyper
Referee Jaco Peyper landed himself in trouble with World Rugby for a playful gesture in a picture taken with some Wales fans follo…
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2019, 9:04
Andrew Trimble makes a great point about Zebo and the Schmidt era
Simon Zebo's relationship with Joe Schmidt was never the best... and former Ireland team-mate Andrew Trimble has now offered an in…
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2019, 8:33
Hansen's withering message for European teams about discarded Nations Championship
Having played England just once in the last five years and seen European countries dismiss the Nations Championship idea, Steve Ha…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 7:48
Pocock takes to Instagram to issue farewell message to Test rugby
David Pocock had signalled his intention to retire from Test rugby at the end of the World Cup and he has now taken to social medi…
Josh Raisey
22 Oct 2019, 7:22
Robin McBryde's courageous commitment to Wales in Japan despite family bereavement
Coaching at a World Cup is enough of a stressed job at face value but Robin McBryde is showing commendable commitment by continuin…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 6:02
'I'm desperate to win in order to get to a World Cup final, not because I have 0-0-0-0 record against New Zealand'
Joe Marler has never before beaten the All Blacks but after coming out of Test level retirement, the England loosehead now has the…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 5:13
Steve Hansen on why Kieran Read wasn't seen at All Blacks training on Tuesday
Kieran Read's absence from New Zealand's on-pitch training session on Tuesday has generated some doubts about his availability for…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 4:28
All Blacks prepared for penalty shootout: 'Out of the forwards, I'd definitely back myself'
If two semifinalists can't be separated after 110 minutes of high-intensity Test rugby, it will all come down to a penalty shootou…
Tom Vinicombe
22 Oct 2019, 3:50
England claim their Tuesday training session was spied on ahead of World Cup semi-final
England coach Eddie Jones has claimed his team were spied on Tuesday morning during a training run ahead of their World Cup semi-f…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 2:15
Why adding Japan to an existing competition is the worst solution to World Rugby's growing problem
After an excellent performance at the 2019 World Cup, calls are growing by the day for Japan to be added to either the Six Nations…
Tom Vinicombe
22 Oct 2019, 1:28
Sunwolves set for Super Rugby return, Japan primed for Rugby Championship inclusion - report
The Sunwolves could be set for a shock induction back into Super Rugby on the back of Japan's success at the World Cup, according …
Alex McLeod
21 Oct 2019, 23:43
World Rugby announce referees for World Cup semi-finals and South Africans won't be happy
World Rugby has announced the match officials for the Rugby World Cup 2019 semi-finals at International Stadium Yokohama this week…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 22:32
Cheika era needs to be buried nine feet deep and the mistakes never repeated
Early coaching credentials aside, the results have proven that Cheika is becoming as outdated as a dinosaur as the game evolves fo…
Ben Smith
21 Oct 2019, 22:06
Peyper pays the piper for 'inappropriate' photo
South African referee Jaco Peyper has apologised but paid a price after a photograph emerged of him posing with Wales fans mimicki…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 21:55
'I owe that man a lot': Wallabies stars refuse to blame World Cup debacle on Michael Cheika
The Wallabies have returned to Australia accepting they just weren't good enough after their humbling Rugby World Cup quarter-fina…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 21:10
'We have to count ourselves a bit lucky, but if you want my honest opinion, I could not care less.'
Dan Biggar admits he “could not care less” if Wales rode their luck to book a place in the World Cup semi-finals.
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 20:47
Ex-Wallabies skipper joins growing chorus calling for independent review of Rugby Australia following World Cup disaster
A former Australian captain is among the voices calling for an independent review of both the Wallabies coaching role and the Rugb…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 19:54
The contenders in the running to take over as Wallabies head coach
Who is in the running to replace Michael Cheika and be given the reigns to attempt to reignite the spark that the Wallabies are cu…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 19:24
Why coaching the Wallabies is the toughest gig in Australian sport
Unless he can find a formula that's eluded many of world rugby's best coaches, the next Wallabies mentor will be on a hiding to no…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 18:45
'Best I've seen': Is this Steve Hansen's hint at next All Blacks coach?
Steve Hansen has given his biggest hint yet on who he thinks should take over his top job when he steps down after the Rugby World…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 18:12
'Is that supposed to be funny?': Brodie Retallick snaps at English writer
Brodie Retallick is in no mood for any funny business in the lead-up to the All Blacks' World Cup semi-final showdown with England…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 17:48
England versus New Zealand: Composite XV
A composite XV of the England and New Zealand Rugby World Cup squads, before the sides meet in the semi-final in Yokohama on Satur…
Alex Shaw
21 Oct 2019, 11:56
Vahaamahina retires from France just 24 hours after his red card against Wales
Sébastien Vahaamahina has decided to retire from international rugby a day after his red card played a major role in France's Wor…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 11:12
Another blow for Ireland as Conan to miss 2020 Six Nations
Leinster have confirmed Conan will be out of action for up to six months after undergoing surgery last week, ruling him out of Ire…
Ciarán Kennedy
21 Oct 2019, 10:19
Cheika receives support from players on social media
A number of players have paid thanks to outgoing Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika on social media.
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 9:53
Vermeulen warns that South Africa have work to do to quell influence of Wales' 'talisman'
Duane Vermeulen believes South Africa have to find a way to improve on perfection to combat Wales’s “talisman” Alun Wyn Jone…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 8:27
England release positive injury update ahead of All Blacks semi-final
England expect to face New Zealand in Saturday’s World Cup semi-final with a fully fit squad after delivering a positive bulleti…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 7:25
Gatland assessing options as he weighs up Navidi replacement
Wales back-row forward Josh Navidi has been ruled out of the World Cup with a hamstring injury.
Ciarán Kennedy
21 Oct 2019, 6:32
All Blacks career over? Sonny Bill Williams linked to shock coaching switch
All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams is being lined up for a rugby league coaching job, according to reports.
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 5:57
World Rugby investigating photo of referee Peyper
World Rugby is investigating the circumstances around a photo of referee Jaco Peyper in which he appears to mock the incident that…
Online Editors
21 Oct 2019, 5:16
It's time for Rugby Australia to look at themselves
Rugby Australia appear to be an organisation that champions diversity but no transparency. The mediocre performance of the Wallabi…
Nick Turnbull
21 Oct 2019, 0:34
Michael Cheika lambasted by English duo for 'headless', 'selfish', 'irresponsible' quarter-final game plan
Outgoing Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika has been blasted for the game plan he deployed against England.
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 23:16
Raelene Castle labels Michael Cheika's Wallabies legacy as 'incredibly disappointing'
Raelene Castle has resisted responding to Michael Cheika's astonishing revelation of broken relationships at the top of Rugby Aust…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 22:15
The painful journey Japan endured to achieve World Cup glory
Rather than focus on Japan's 26-3 loss to South Africa in Sunday's World Cup quarter-final, it's better to remember how far the na…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 21:46
'It should have been red': World media react to Japan loss to Springboks
Suggestions of a red card were hinted at by some sections of the world's media in the wake of South Africa's 26-3 quarter-final de…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 21:20
How Eddie Jones plans to beat 'the greatest team in sport' in World Cup semi-final
Eddie Jones has braced England to face what he is claiming is the most dominant team in the history of sport.
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 19:31
'I lost my head': French star Sebastian Vahaamahina's tearful apology to teammates following red card
Red-carded French star Sebastian Vahaamahina has made an emotional confession to his teammates after costing his nation a place in…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 17:14
'Where I'm from there's a big onus on me to set a good example and show what being a man is'
Kyle Sinckler was described as an emotional time-bomb not so long ago but now he is an England hero following his all-action contr…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 17:13
'I was a bit surprised the referee didn't see it' - Wainwright on getting elbowed by Vahaamahina
Sebastien Vahaamahina infamously wrote himself into World Cup history with his red-carded foul play versus Wales, an incident Aaro…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 15:07
Paddy Jackson stars as London Irish make winning return to the Premiership
London Irish were criticised for signing Paddy Jackson, the out-half sacked by the IRFU in 2018, but he began to repay their faith…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 13:34
'Gutting to lose... but it genuinely doesn't taint Schmidt's legacy'
Ireland were blown away in the quarter-finals by New Zealand, yet reserve scrum-half Luke McGrath insists that their tame eliminat…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 12:57
Rassie Erasmus on the logistics of Japan being added to the Rugby Championship
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus believes adding Japan to the Rugby Championship would be an interesting proposition but fears lo…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 12:28
Love him or loathe him, Jones played the perfect hand against Australia
Whatever your opinion of England head coach Eddie Jones, his selections and game plan was perfectly suited to downing Australia at…
Alex Shaw
20 Oct 2019, 12:00
South Africa player ratings vs Japan
Here's how the Springboks rated, their pack performing like a well-oiled machine to lay the foundation for their 26-3 quarter-fina…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 9:57
Quade Cooper's salty online remark regarding Michael Cheika quitting the Wallabies
It's no secret that Michael Cheika had become a very unpopular Wallabies coach and his exit has now drawn a frosty response from Q…
Liam Heagney
20 Oct 2019, 9:23
Japan's World Cup dream over as powerful South Africa prove a step too far
The Brave Blossoms are out of the tournament as the Springboks bludgeoned past hosts Japan 26-3 to book a World Cup semi-final wit…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 9:14
Japan player ratings vs South Africa
RugbyPass rates the Japan players after the World Cup hosts fell to a 26-3 quarter-final defeat to a powerful South Africa team in…
Alex Shaw
20 Oct 2019, 8:36
Fans on Twitter react as Japan's amazing World Cup journey comes to an end
Fans on Twitter were full of praise for host nation Japan after the Brave Blossoms crashed out of the World Cup with defeat to Sou…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 8:30
Fans react to another hugely controversial TMO decision as Wales edge France
Wales left it late to stage a stunning comeback and beat France in their World Cup quarter-final on Sunday, but the circumstances…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 8:09
'Win was a little bit ugly and the biggest thing is you don't go home Monday'
A relieved Warren Gatland has praised the efforts of his squad after Wales overturned a 19-10 deficit against France to book their…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 7:08
Wales player ratings vs France
Throughout this tournament, Wales have backed their defence against broken field brilliance but this felt like a defensive effort …
Rhiannon Garth Jones
20 Oct 2019, 6:04
Recap: Japan vs South Africa LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup quarter-final match between Japan versus South Africa in Toky…
RugbyPass
20 Oct 2019, 5:37
France player ratings vs Wales
In a bizarre reversal of Sam Warburton's 2011 red card against France, it was a split-second act that will haunt Vahaamahina for t…
Ian Cameron
20 Oct 2019, 5:22
Second half all red as Wales reverse 2011 World Cup semifinal result to conquer erratic French
It may have taken a one-man advantage, but Wales have squashed some of the ghosts of their World Cup past to progress through to t…
Tom Vinicombe
20 Oct 2019, 5:17
Michael Cheika's parting shot at Raelene Castle
Michael Cheika has explosively lifted the lid on his broken relationship with Rugby Australia bosses after confirming he will quit…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 4:18
At least one change on the cards for New Zealand's World Cup semifinal
Expect at least one change to the All Blacks for their semifinal match with England next weekend, courtesy of a shoulder injury to…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 4:04
Michael Cheika confirms post-World Cup Wallabies intentions
Michael Cheika has confirmed he won't seek re-appointment as Wallabies coach following their failure at the Rugby World Cup.
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 3:07
Jonathan Davies out of France match
Centre Jonathan Davies is a late removal from the Wales team for their quarter-final encounter with France.
Ian Cameron
20 Oct 2019, 3:07
Recap: Wales vs France LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup quarter-final match between Wales versus France in Oita.
RugbyPass
20 Oct 2019, 2:13
'Wales' confidence is higher than ours, that's obvious'
France head coach Jacques Brunel accepts that Wales are favourites to win Sunday’s World Cup quarter-final between the Six Natio…
Online Editors
20 Oct 2019, 0:08
Hadleigh Parkes hoping to cap off an exciting month with a World Cup winner's medal
Hadleigh Parkes and his wife Suzy are set to become proud parents next month – and the Webb Ellis Cup would be a perfect gift fo…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 23:56
The three players poised to cause the most grief for the All Blacks
Eddie Jones staked his England tenure on the midfield of Owen Farrell, Manu Tuilagi and Henry Slade and it was a decision that pai…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 23:06
No repeat World Cup heroics for Wallabies suggests Michael Cheika's tenure will come to an end
It was appropriate that Eddie Jones and England should deliver the knockout blow to Michael Cheika's tenure as Wallabies coach.
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 22:40
JDV: Japan 2015 victim has a word of warning for the Springboks
South Africa need to surprise Rugby World Cup hosts this weekend with variety if they are to win their quarter-final clash against…
RugbyPass
19 Oct 2019, 16:30
Du Preez penalty miss leaves Ackermann hailing Gloucester's winning spirit
Gloucester trailed by 13 points at one stage at Sale but that margin didn't concern them as they successfully fought their way bac…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 15:50
Ibitoye's try-scoring acrobatics eclipsed by Simmonds' barnstorming display
Gabriel Ibitoye was full of resilience but Harlequins ultimately had no answer to the impact of Exeter's fit-again Sam Simmonds.
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 15:06
Error-strewn game tips Worcester's way to leave Solomons feeling very relieved
Worcester had only won 58 of 220 matches in their last 10 Premiership campaigns, but they got their new season off to a winning st…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 14:51
Late Grayson penalty sees Saints stun champions Saracens
Three first-half tries laid the platform for Northampton's victory at Saracens but they still needed a late penalty kick to see of…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 14:40
Ireland's four-year 'improvement' was the All Blacks taking seven minutes longer than Argentina to go 17 early points up
IRFU high-performance boss David Nucifora promised mistakes made for the 2015 World Cup wouldn't be repeated in 2019, yet Ireland …
Liam Heagney
19 Oct 2019, 13:47
'Following the herd doesn't cut the mustard, every team's got the opportunity to be unique'
As the director at Kobelco Steelers, former All Blacks assistant Wayne Smith has got his finger on the pulse as to why rugby in Ja…
Jamie Lyall
19 Oct 2019, 12:55
'I've been speaking to a few boys in France' - Lee Byrne's late warning to Wales on eve of quarter-final
Putting his French contacts to good use, Lee Byrne dismisses claims of rancour in the French camp and warns that Wales must be swi…
Owain Jones
19 Oct 2019, 10:05
'The All Blacks were fantastic... they put us on the back foot and never let us get off that again'
Rory Best arrived in Tokyo this week hoping to lead Ireland to World Cup history... instead he has been ushered into retirement fo…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 10:03
What Kyle Sinckler said to Owen Farrell directly after his game-changing try
Kyle Sinckler had a very propish request for Owen Farrell after scoring the try that swept England out of danger and into the Worl…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 9:40
'What's he on?' - Andy Goode calls out TMO Ben Skeen after latest shocker
Former England flyhalf has called out the TMO Ben Skeen, the television match official behind some of the Rugby World Cup's most c…
Ian Cameron
19 Oct 2019, 8:58
Ireland player ratings vs New Zealand
Ireland hoped 2019 would be the year they would create World Cup history but their pool loss to Japan handed them a quarter-final …
Liam Heagney
19 Oct 2019, 8:36
Eddie Jones just can't stop smiling in sideline interview
Jonny May weighed in with two tries to mark his 50th cap and captain Owen Farrell bagged 20 points.
Ian Cameron
19 Oct 2019, 8:21
New Zealand player ratings vs Ireland
New Zealand have disposed of Ireland 46-14 to get their Rugby World Cup finals campaign off to a successful start. Who were the be…
Tom Vinicombe
19 Oct 2019, 8:18
Seven-try All Blacks crush Ireland to set up England semi-final clash
Steve Hansen’s All Blacks ran out 46-14 winners in Tokyo, destroying Ireland hopes of reaching a first-ever semi-final at the Wo…
Liam Heagney
19 Oct 2019, 8:15
'It's a cruel, cruel world when you're asked those questions two minutes after your World Cup is finished'
Michael Cheika has refused to announce his resignation as Wallabies coach despite their ignominious dumping from the Rugby World C…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 6:58
Kyle Sinckler the talk of Twitter once again after Wallabies rout
England sailed through to the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with a convincing win over old rival Australia, but it was Kyle Sinckler…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 6:29
England dispatch Australia to qualify for World Cup semi-finals
England have qualified for the Rugby World Cup semi-finals in comprehensive fashion, downing Australia 40-16 in the opening knocko…
Alex McLeod
19 Oct 2019, 5:16
Australia player ratings vs England - RWC QFs
The scoreboard doesn't do justice to this Australia performance, with two England tries against the run of play doing a disservice…
Ian Cameron
19 Oct 2019, 5:12
England player ratings vs Australia
England player ratings from their 40-16 win vs Australia in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals. England will now play Ireland or N…
Alex Shaw
19 Oct 2019, 5:11
Recap: New Zealand vs Ireland LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup quarter-final match between New Zealand versus Ireland in Tok…
RugbyPass
19 Oct 2019, 4:45
Japan-Scotland obliterates television audience records - including FIFA World Cup final
Japan’s journey to the Rugby World Cup 2019 quarter-finals has captured the imagination of a nation and this weekend’s match a…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 3:11
Recap: England vs Australia LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup quarter-final match between England versus Australia in Oita.
RugbyPass
19 Oct 2019, 2:14
The Irish stat that should scare the All Blacks
Ireland will be heading into their quarter-final matchup with the All Blacks knowing that they have the tools to beat the world ch…
Online Editors
19 Oct 2019, 0:19
Johnny Sexton left kicking himself before World Cup showdown
Ireland five-eighth Johnny Sexton cut a lonely figure in the lead-up to his nation's do-or-die clash with the All Blacks.
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 23:16
Why England are destined for the World Cup semi-finals
The World Cup quarter-finals have arrived at long last, and opening the three-week circus of tense, knockout rugby in Japan is a c…
Alex McLeod
18 Oct 2019, 21:43
Tension grips New Zealand: All Blacks' plan to deal with nerves against Ireland
Forced to contemplate the prospect that the All Blacks could crash out of the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, tension and nerves i…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 20:16
Pooper v Kamikaze Kids: Blockbuster battle between flankers could be the difference between Australia and England
Pooper against the Kamikaze Kids - it sounds like something a Japanese anime artist might dream up, not the front line battle that…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 19:31
Bath crushed in Premiership opener by the Hughes and Piutau show
Nathan Hughes' RWC exclusion by England left him to enjoy the long pre-season getting fit with Bristol and he repaid his new club …
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 17:39
'I said as a joke if we don't turn up, we're going home, but it shocked a few of the boys'
Billy Vunipola has done his bit to ensure there is no complacency in the England camp, reminding team-mates there is no Sunday if …
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 17:13
Irish newspaper claims All Blacks have undermined their own culture selecting Sevu Reece 12 months after IRFU tore up contract offer
Seve Reece's contract at Connacht was torn up following a guilty plea at a court case, but he now incredibly finds himself lining …
Liam Heagney
18 Oct 2019, 13:54
Saracens start Premiership title defence with nucleus of their side 6,000 miles away trying to win the World Cup
The eyes of the rugby world are focused on the World Cup quarter-finals in Japan this weekend but club fans in England are set for…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 12:32
Japan have captured the world's hearts... and a host of future stars are primed to keep the ball rolling after 2019
Japan have won over the hearts and minds of the rugby world with their displays at the RWC and here are the future stars who can s…
Alex Shaw
18 Oct 2019, 11:15
Welsh fans relieved the dangerous Raka has missed French quarter-final selection
Since becoming eligible for France, Fijian Alivereti Raka has demonstrated a nose for a try which is why some Wales fans are celeb…
Josh Raisey
18 Oct 2019, 10:12
This is it, the moment of truth that will define Joe Schmidt's Ireland legacy
Joe Schmidt has been on the prowl with Ireland for six years and 75 matches, but his excellent stint in charge has come down to a …
Liam Heagney
18 Oct 2019, 9:25
Wales reveal level of care taken to ensure concussed Dan Biggar is symptom-free and safe to face France
With Dan Biggar concussed in successive games versus Australia and Fiji, Wales insist they have taken every care to ensure there i…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 6:15
'That second game in 2016 was almost the turning point for a lot of high tackle rule changes... yellows would be reds now'
Reflecting on recent Ireland-New Zealand encounters, Johnny Sexton believes how two All Blacks players avoided red cards in Dublin…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 5:18
England backs give them edge against Australia - Andy Goode
The tables have turned and England’s edge is in the backs rather than the forwards now... it's why I expect them to avenge the d…
Andy Goode
18 Oct 2019, 5:07
'I'm not getting rid of the mullet... there is scientific evidence that shows it makes me faster'
Having won the last two World Cups, the All Blacks know how to mix business with pleasure at the finals and they have been having …
Liam Heagney
18 Oct 2019, 4:52
One of France's five changes suggests a truce in alleged strained relationships between players and management
France's campaign in Japan has taken on a divisive dynamic similar to previous World Cups, but it appears a truce has been found t…
Online Editors
18 Oct 2019, 4:15
Japan make one change for first-ever World Cup quarter-final
The Brave Blossoms have named a strong side for their maiden appearance in a World Cup knockout match.
Alex McLeod
18 Oct 2019, 0:25
Wales overhaul side for World Cup quarter-final clash with France
Wales have named the same starting XV that beat Australia in their Pool D clash for Sunday’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final again…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 23:12
Eddie Jones heaps the pressure on Wallabies newbie
Eddie Jones has questioned the selection of Wallabies rookie Jordan Petaia along with Australia's ball-in-hand approach, claiming …
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 21:58
Steve Hansen's unlikely friendship with Kiwi rugby nemesis
Away from plotting to end each other's tournaments, Steve Hansen caught up with one of New Zealand rugby's recent nemesis in Tokyo…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 21:24
Jones v Cheika: Final showdown between two of Australia's most vocal coaches
They were teammates in the 1980s, firebrands for one of Australia's most storied rugby clubs. Three decades on, Eddie Jones and Mi…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 20:51
Former Irish coach highlights how Ireland can take advantage of All Blacks
Former Irish coach Eddie O'Sullivan believes the All Blacks' continued use of twin playmakers Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo'unga w…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 18:51
'Every time the samurais fought, one lived and one died... it will be the same on Saturday'
Staking the success of his entire England reign on the performance at Japan 2019, Eddie Jones knows passage into the semi-finals i…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 17:05
Clear winner in fans' choice for the unluckiest All Black squad member
Based on the team that defeated the Springboks in the opening match of their Rugby World Cup campaign, there are not too many surp…
Josh Raisey
17 Oct 2019, 14:23
Springboks bench tells you all you need to know about their tactics for Japan
Much has been made of the experience of the Springboks named to take on Japan in their do-or-die match with Japan this weekend.
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2019, 14:03
Brain surgeon: Owen Farrell headshots set precedent amateur rugby simply must not follow
Owen Farrell played on after two red card hits at the World Cup without undergoing a head injury assessment, a situation a brain e…
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2019, 11:58
Experienced Ireland XV generates mixed reaction
Joe Schmidt has chosen a dozen starters from last November's Dublin win over the All Blacks to start in Saturday's rematch in Toky…
Josh Raisey
17 Oct 2019, 11:34
'It'll affect me when it's finished. You haven't got any room to get gaa-gaa emotional'
Hansen has already announced he will step down as New Zealand head coach after the World Cup.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 11:00
Fourteen current or ex-internationals set to star in sellout West Country derby
A host of ex-international players and a number of current ones are set to star as Bristol Bears and Bath Rugby get their Gallaghe…
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2019, 10:23
Hansen: All Blacks know about Nigel Owens' 'idiosyncrasies'
All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen isn't worried about Nigel Owens' refereeing this weekend, but that doesn't mean he isn't a fan …
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2019, 9:08
England fans have their say on the benching of Ford
Despite playing a pivotal role during the World Cup pool stage, George Ford had relinquished the England No10 shirt for the quarte…
Josh Raisey
17 Oct 2019, 8:41
'Dan Cole doesn't have a personality' - Toomua serves up all 5 English Tigers
Matt Toomua has admitted his surprise that England have dropped fly-half George Ford for Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final clas…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 8:35
Justin Marshall completely writes off Ireland's chances of upsetting All Blacks
Ex-All Black Justin Marshall has whaled into Ireland ahead of their Rugby World Cup quarter-final encounter with New Zealand.
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2019, 7:27
Cheika takes another pop at the Aussies coaching England sides
Wallabies boss Michael Cheika says it 'hurts' to see fellow Australians heading up English sports teams.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 6:52
Richie Mo'unga's 'lost in translation' quip about the Irishman who coached him for two years
Consistent club form helped push Richie Mo'unga into Steve Hansen's plans as a starting All Black, but the Crusaders playmaker has…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 6:49
Eddie Jones' 47-stone England 10-12-13 echoes 2015 Lancaster selections
In-form George Ford was a surprise omission from England’s starting line-up for the World Cup quarter-final.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 6:16
'Money is a very important thing in life but we aren't playing for Japan because of money… we have a cause'
Japan's players are the paupers of the World Cup's quarter-final line-up, their remuneration comparing terrible to the other seven…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 5:41
The reason why Rassie Erasmus brought forward his South African team announcement by a day
Most coaches zealously guard the identity of their XV, but Rassie Erasmus had no hesitation bringing forward South Africa's quarte…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 5:03
IRFU issue update on Bundee Aki and Sean Cronin
O’Mahony has held off the challenge of the in-form Rhys Ruddock to start against New Zealand.
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2019, 4:45
Wallaby wunderkind thrust into starting quarterfinal role
The Wallabies will hope Jordan Petaia's choice of karaoke song isn't an omen after the rookie teenager was thrust into a daunting …
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 3:32
Gary Ringrose takes over from banned Bundee Aki for Ireland's do-or-die clash with New Zealand
Head coach Joe Schmidt has kept the changes to a minimum for Ireland's first official knockout match of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Tom Vinicombe
17 Oct 2019, 3:23
Warren Gatland could be set for final World Cup game this weekend
Josh Navidi wants Wales’ World Cup squad to give the departing coaching staff “a send-off they deserve”.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 2:08
Springboks stick to the status quo for Japan quarterfinal
The Springboks have reverted to the starting XV and replacements that recorded a 49-3 victory over Italy a fortnight ago for the d…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2019, 1:44
Analysis: How the All Blacks could outsmart the rush defence
Rush defence has become the flavour of the year in world rugby, incorporated by teams across the globe. How could New Zealand look…
Conor Wilson
17 Oct 2019, 1:34
All Blacks stick with Anton Lienert-Brown and Jack Goodhue
All Blacks Head Coach Steve Hansen has named his side for New Zealand's quarterfinal clash with Ireland in Tokyo.
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 22:41
Eddie Jones makes surprise call in the halves for England's quarterfinal showdown
England have dropped George Ford and named Owen Farrell at fly-half for Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against Australia, th…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 22:28
Major midfield selection shock on the cards for Wallabies
Michael Cheika is poised to announce one of the biggest gambles of his Wallabies coaching career by fielding teenager Jordan Petai…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 21:17
Bad news Australia - Billy Vunipola set to start after winning fitness battle
Billy Vunipola has won his battle to be fit for England’s World Cup quarter-final against Australia at Oita Stadium.
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 16:55
Uruguay players implicated in assault, criminal damage - reports
Two Uruguay rugby internationals face the wrath of their union after their alleged involvement in an assault and criminal damage a…
Ian Cameron
16 Oct 2019, 15:12
Lote Tuqiri highlights what he reckons is the key to beating England
Ahead of Australia’s quarter-final contest with England this Saturday, former Wallabies winger Lote Tuqiri has stressed that Mic…
Josh Raisey
16 Oct 2019, 13:38
'It probably still hasn't sunk in' - Federale 1 reserve to a Rugby World Cup quarter-finalist... in 2 years
France back-rower Gregory Alldritt says the squad have taken advantage of their extra time off to study World Cup quarter-final op…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 12:42
Weaponised Japan scrum on revenge mission after previous Bok humbling
Four years ago, the Bok scrum had no answer for what Japan threw at them. Under different guidance now, can the Brave Blossoms rep…
Alex Shaw
16 Oct 2019, 12:18
Chris Pennell's bold prediction despite Worcester winning only 58 of 220 games in his 10 Premiership campaigns
Worcester have had a meagre 26.3 per cent win rate during Chris Pennell's 10 seasons in the Premiership, but the long-serving full…
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2019, 11:42
Sean Cronin's World Cup looks over as Ireland reportedly fly in replacement hooker
Sean Cronin only featured off the bench in two of Ireland's four pool matches and his World Cup now appears to be over after a tra…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 10:40
'What we've got to realise is that this isn't a walk-over league'
Josh Matavesi has tuned down the opportunity to put his feet up for a couple of weeks, throwing his hat straight into the ring for…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 9:48
It's seemingly Scotland versus the rest in their battle against World Rugby
The row between World Rugby and the Scottish Rugby Union over the last Sunday's Japan-Scotland pool match has caused a social medi…
Josh Raisey
16 Oct 2019, 9:23
High shot on former England skipper Chris Robshaw results in five-week ban
Having failed to gain selection for Japan 2019, Chris Robshaw, England's captain at the ill-fated World Cup four years ago, has be…
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2019, 7:56
Former All Blacks captain already looking past Ireland
One former All Blacks captain is already worrying about a potential semi-final against England, just days out from New Zealand's c…
Ian Cameron
16 Oct 2019, 6:28
The USA would be a fine host for the 2027 RWC - but don't expect a replica of Japan 2019
With the Rugby World Cup in Japan proving to be a major success as the first non-T1-hosted tournament, would taking the 2027 RWC t…
Alex Shaw
16 Oct 2019, 5:56
'All the other non-23 players went out on the p***, so I got the, 'Go on, you can play' pretty much'
Jonny May is poised to win his 50th England cap this weekend but his debut came about in unusual circumstances in Argentina thanks…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 5:46
'He probably squats more than me and I bench more than him.'
"He probably squats more than me and I bench more than him – call it even."
Ian Cameron
16 Oct 2019, 5:19
'I spoke to Tyrone Mings... he handled it [the racial abuse situation] very well'
Not all England players have been fully consumed by rugby in Japan as Anthony Watson reached out to football's Tyrone Mings on Tue…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 4:58
Melbourne Storm's Solomone Kata is crossing codes for a Super Rugby stint
Solomone Kata has represented Tonga and New Zealand at Test level in rugby league, but he is now undertaking a code switch and tak…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 4:23
A 'possible' Wallabies XV to topple England
Four weeks of cat and mouse comes to an end when Michael Cheika delivers the Wallabies team he believes can topple England at the …
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 4:00
'There is a saying that dynamite comes in small packages'
South Africa winger Cheslin Kolbe insists rugby isn't all about size... just look at his impact at Test level along with some of t…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 2:17
Scotland respond to World Rugby's misconduct charges over Typhoon Hagibis comments
Scotland have issued a response to World Rugby's statement regarding comments made about the potential cancellation of their fixtu…
Online Editors
16 Oct 2019, 0:34
Frustration, field position and Reece Hodge can be the answer for the Wallabies
A re-shuffle in the backline could be the key to the Wallabies tipping up England in Oita this weekend.
Nick Turnbull
15 Oct 2019, 23:20
Calls for 'Irish Christian Cullen' to be unleashed on All Blacks
An Irish rugby legend has called on Ireland coach Joe Schmidt to have the "moral courage" to bring young fullback Jordan Larmour i…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 22:20
Christian Lealiifano not certain he can manage three games in a row
Christian Lealiifano has cast doubt over his physical capacity to start three straight games if the Wallabies go all the way to th…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 21:26
New Zealand Rugby boss accuses Northern Hemisphere of 'colonialism' against Pacific nations
New Zealand Rugby chairman Brent Impey has compared the way in which Northern Hemisphere unions treats Pacific players to that of …
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 21:16
Billy Vunipola facing decisive moment for quarterfinal availability
Billy Vunipola faces the most important training session of his career on Wednesday as he attempts to prove his fitness for Englan…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 21:15
'We sort of owe them one' - All Blacks haven't forgotten 2016 and 2018 defeats to Ireland
Ahead of New Zealand's blockbuster quarterfinal against Ireland, the defending champions haven't forgotten that night in Dublin la…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 19:03
England assistant John Mitchell looking for redemption from All Blacks' 2003 World Cup defeat
John Mitchell's last visit to the Rugby World Cup knockout phase ended with a Wallabies ambush that cut short his All Blacks coach…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 18:25
We can win the World Cup says Wales fullback Liam Williams
Wales have beaten Les Bleus seven times in eight meetings since losing a controversial World Cup semi-final to them in 2011 when c…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 17:57
Sam Matavesi in social media plea after his Fijian World Cup kit is stolen in London car park theft
Sam Matavesi arrived home buzzing after playing a pivotal part in Fiji's World Cup but his memories have been tainted by the theft…
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2019, 12:40
Champions League winners the latest visitors as Harlequins continue to learn from football in pursuit of success
Harlequins boss Paul Gustard has no limitations bringing in outside expertise and his latest ruse ahead of the Premiership start w…
Josh Raisey
15 Oct 2019, 12:02
Fans divided as to where Japan's future best lies
Having beaten Ireland and Scotland to top Pool A at the World Cup, a debate has ignited on whether Japan should join Six Nations o…
Josh Raisey
15 Oct 2019, 11:29
Analysis: How European clubs are managing wage inflation, increased revenue and squad growth
The latest European Rugby by Numbers review from Esportif Intelligence is out and the comparisons between the Gallagher Premiershi…
Alex Shaw
15 Oct 2019, 10:39
Experts claim two-week break 'won't be an issue' for England
With England's final pool match cancelled due to a typhoon, they will face Australia in the quarter-finals having had a two-week b…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 10:30
Owens' appointment has Irish fans - and one former player - nervous about facing the All Blacks
Ireland fans are worried about next Saturday's quarter-final versus New Zealand as Nigel Owens left them frustrated when he previo…
Josh Raisey
15 Oct 2019, 6:54
Three Europeans lead the way as World Rugby picks its four quarter-final referees
Referees have been under the microscope at the World Cup for their early-round inconsistencies, but the organisers believe they ha…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 6:00
England appear to get Vunipola boost
England rate Billy Vunipola as “very likely” to be available for Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against Australia at Oit…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 5:07
Kick in the face leads to heaviest suspension yet at the World Cup
Three weeks has been the usual length of ban given to players attending World Cup disciplinary hearings but Tonga hooker Paula Nga…
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2019, 5:01
Ireland fans aren't happy with Bundee Aki ban
Following his red card against Samoa on Saturday, Ireland centre Bundee Aki has been banned for three weeks, bringing an end to hi…
Josh Raisey
15 Oct 2019, 4:59
When Ireland get smacked in the mouth by this new All Blacks team, how will they react?
But this is what the All Blacks have been doing even when the stakes are as high as a Rugby World Cup, as far back as nearly a dec…
Ben Smith
15 Oct 2019, 1:13
Scotland could face punishment over lawsuit threat
Rugby World Cup organisers are investigating comments made by Scotland amid typhoon-related doubts about their match with Japan pr…
Online Editors
15 Oct 2019, 0:38
New Japanese club competition planned post-World Cup, test stars set to be targeted
Plans for a new club competition in Japan following on from this year's World Cup could force Southern Hemisphere test stars to ch…
Alex McLeod
14 Oct 2019, 23:55
Springboks showing no charity: 'Japan is the enemy'
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus, despite himself being a big fan of the Brave Blossoms, won't have any qualms with cutting short J…
Tom Vinicombe
14 Oct 2019, 21:26
Wallabies have been resting, not testing halves
Christian Lealiifano is firming as the Wallabies playmaker for their Rugby World Cup quarter-final after coach Michael Cheika shed…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 20:56
Wallabies fire up over 'stupid questions' ahead of England quarter-final
If going by the first press conference, the Wallabies-England quarter-final clash at the Rugby World Cup looks set to be a tense a…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 20:38
Michael Cheika baffled by star rugby league coach's 'weird' England involvement
The Australian rugby league great joined up with Eddie Jones’ squad ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against the Wallabies.
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 17:39
Etzebeth suing human rights body that are suing him
Etzebeth, along with a group of friends, has been accused of assault and racial abuse during a night out in Langebaan in the Weste…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 13:03
'You can't help but be enthralled at the speed of their game'
England fly-half George Ford believes Japan can advance deeper into the World Cup if they maintain the stunning form shown in prog…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 12:34
USA captain sends heartfelt message after winless Rugby World Cup
USA captain Blaine Scully has said that it was “an honor to serve” his team at the Rugby World Cup this year.
Josh Raisey
14 Oct 2019, 12:08
The strange death of the blindside flanker
The blindside flanker might be the least glamorous position in modern rugby, and increasingly, they aren't even on the field.
Rhiannon Garth Jones
14 Oct 2019, 11:58
Scotland fans lament the coach that got away
After Scotland crashed out of the Rugby World Cup in the pool stages for only the second time on Sunday, there has been a fierce r…
Josh Raisey
14 Oct 2019, 11:29
Azzuri's new boss flies to Italy after handing off unbeaten PRO14 side
Toyota Cheetahs coach Franco Smith will officially hand over control of the high-flying side on Monday to Hawies Fourie as he depa…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 11:14
World Rugby stick to their guns as Aki banned
Aki attended a disciplinary hearing in Tokyo which lasted over three hours, with the IRFU flying over special legal counsel from I…
Ciarán Kennedy
14 Oct 2019, 10:22
A senior role likely for England coach Steve Borthwick at Leicester Tigers
England forwards coach Steve Borthwick appears to have found his post-Rugby World Cup landing spot back in the Premiership with Le…
Ian Cameron
14 Oct 2019, 9:24
The Joe Schmidt 'weakness' Hansen admits he is willing to exploit
Steve Hansen has said that he will look to use Joe Schmidt's famed attention to detail against him when New Zealand take on Irelan…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 7:53
Gatland: 2011 still haunts players
Wales head into their quarter-final meeting with France with the memory of an agonising 2011 World Cup semi-final defeat against L…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 7:02
The England 23 to play Australia at the RWC: Twist or stick?
England are set to play Australia in the quarter-finals of the RWC on Saturday and we have taken a look at the possible 23 that Ed…
Alex Shaw
14 Oct 2019, 6:52
JRFU message sums up how World Cup has captured Japan's imagination
The JRFU have marked the conclusion of the World Cup pool stages by releasing a statement thanks the efforts of the teams and play…
Ciarán Kennedy
14 Oct 2019, 5:39
The ultra-polite and darker sides of Japanese fans on show as Scotland's Twitter account bombarded with messages
After Japan qualified for the quarter-finals of the World Cup after defeating Scotland 28-21, this humility was on show as Japanes…
Online Editors
14 Oct 2019, 1:13
'Don't believe your own hype': England star's warning for do-or-die Wallabies clash
The scrum-half feels both England and Australia still have tricks up their sleeves for the World Cup quarter-final.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 23:56
'We've got that quarter-final performance out of our system' - Ireland ready to peak for All Blacks says Sexton
Johnny Sexton has questioned the “strange” negativity around Ireland’s World Cup campaign, insisting Joe Schmidt’s men are…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 23:45
'Beat NZ? I can't see it': Ireland written off ahead of World Cup quarter-final clash with All Blacks
Ireland aren't being tipped by many to upset the All Blacks for the third time in three years as the two sides prepare to do battl…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 22:17
The stunning ploy to use an 'undercover' rugby team to prepare Japan for the World Cup
When you look deeper below the surface at how they pulled this off, it becomes even more astounding. Joseph and his staff took a m…
Ben Smith
13 Oct 2019, 22:00
The unlikely heroes behind Japan's dream run to the World Cup quarter-finals
There is an unlikely hero that has emerged from Japan's scintillating run at the Rugby World Cup, where they will compete in a qua…
Alex McLeod
13 Oct 2019, 21:38
Survival of the fittest: Will the fresh legs of New Zealand, England and France prevail over battle-hardened World Cup opponents?
A mouth-watering Rugby World Cup quarter-final schedule should provide answers to one of the sport's enduring questions: Do teams …
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 17:56
England hold full-blooded training session making up for France game
The clash that was due to be played in Yokohama on Saturday fell victim to Super Typhoon Hagibis and was declared a draw.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 14:16
Furlong on New Zealand: 'There's an element of just being physical'
Tadhg Furlong says physicality is key against New Zealand as Ireland prepare to face the back-to-back world champions in the World…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 12:38
Video - Scotland's full press conference after RWC pool exit
Gregor Townsend insists Scotland can recover from their World Cup heartache – but knows they must learn from the mistakes that c…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 12:22
Scotland star to consider future following World Cup exit
One of Scotland's longest serving players is to consider his international future after Gregor Townsend's team failed to make the …
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 12:01
The Aki midfield puzzle, Sexton's double omen and restrained quarter-final expectation as Ireland head to Tokyo
Bundee Aki's likely suspension will give Ireland a midfield headache but they head into 2019's quarter-finals in a healthy state a…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2019, 11:23
Rugby World Cup 2019: State of tier two rugby
A review of the tier two rugby nations' performances at the Rugby World Cup and what the future holds for them, as they head towar…
Alex Shaw
13 Oct 2019, 10:20
Euro clubs loom large over Samoa's depressing World Cup showing
There's no point glossing over it - this was the worst Samoan campaign in the history of the Rugby World Cup.
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2019, 9:49
Wales player ratings vs Uruguay
Wales secured their spot at the top of the pool with a bonus point victory, although they made hard work of it during an error-rid…
Rhiannon Garth Jones
13 Oct 2019, 9:42
Twitter reacts to another sensational Japan performance
Twitter was for full of praise for Japan following their sensational 28-21 defeat of Scotland which saw them qualify for the World…
Ciarán Kennedy
13 Oct 2019, 9:20
Scotland cancelled as Japan's history boys win World Cup thriller
Needing an eight-point win, Gregor Townsend’s men lost 28-21 in a match that had been threatened by Super Typhoon Hagibis.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 9:12
Scotland player ratings vs Japan
It would be churlish to judge Scotland too harshly after another titanic chapter in Japanese rugby history.
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2019, 8:53
Tunnel scuffle a highlight as Wales struggle past Uruguay
Wales produce unconvincing display, but still finish top of their World Cup group.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 6:46
Heaslip 'hurt' by treatment from IRFU
Former Ireland international Jamie Heaslip has revealed in his new autobiography how he was left feeling 'hurt and disappointed' w…
Ciarán Kennedy
13 Oct 2019, 6:39
Footage emerges of Canada players helping typhoon clean-up efforts
After it was confirmed that their match in Kamaishi had been cancelled following Typhoon Hagibis, the Canadian team took to the to…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 6:22
Piutau dedicates final win to his late sister
Tonga captain Siale Piutau was happy to see his international career finish on a high after the 31-19 win over the United States i…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 5:51
Recap: Japan vs Scotland LIVE I Rugby World Cup
The super storm has caused widespread destruction across the host nation.
RugbyPass
13 Oct 2019, 5:27
IRFU issue statement in wake of 'scurrilous' Stephen Jones article
The IRFU have issued a statement after an article in The Sunday Times claimed that team Ireland were opposed to the rearranging of…
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2019, 5:03
Ireland fly specialist lawyer to Japan in bid to keep Aki's World Cup alive
Connacht centre Bundee Aki was sent off for a high tackle on UJ Seuteni in Ireland’s 47-5 win over Samoa on Saturday.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 4:42
Tonga end World Cup on a high with win over United States
Tonga came from behind at half-time to secure a 31-19 win over the United States and avoid finishing bottom of Rugby World Cup Poo…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 4:30
Ever-shrinking tackle zone questioned as defender gets yellow after Stockdale dips into tackle
The cards keep coming in this year's World Cup with Samoa and Ireland both adding to the tallies in their fixture on Saturday with…
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 1:07
'It is us against 70,000 people' - Scotland primed to deny Japan historic World Cup victory
Scotland know they will be up against it when they try to keep their World Cup hopes alive against Japan in Yokohama.
Online Editors
13 Oct 2019, 0:26
Kurtley Beale doubtful for Wallabies' World Cup quarter-final as backline selection comes under scrutiny
As Kurtley Beale tries to recover from a concussion in time for the Wallabies' probable World Cup knockout clash with England next…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 23:06
Scotland versus Japan gets go ahead
Rugby World Cup tournament organisers have finalised their decision on whether the Scotland v Japan clash will take place in Yokoh…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 22:03
Ireland, Scotland or Japan: Who will play the All Blacks in World Cup quarter-final?
The All Blacks will be eagerly awaiting the announcement on whether tournament organisers will call off today's Japan v Scotland g…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 20:27
'We will do everything we possibly can' - Samoa's selfless gesture to Ireland after loss
Samoa have come to the defence of Irish star Bundee Aki, who was sent off for a dangerous tackle in this morning's World Cup clash…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 19:50
'They definitely know that we can beat them' - Irish winger reminds the All Blacks of last result between the two sides
Ireland have crushed Samoa 47-5 despite playing more than half the contest with 14 men to secure their spot Rugby World Cup quarte…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 19:30
How World Cup stars reacted to the full force of Typhoon Hagibis
Members of the New Zealand, Scotland and Japan squads have taken to social media to show the havoc caused by Typhoon Hagibis.
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 18:53
USA vs Tonga and Wales vs Uruguay will be played as scheduled on Sunday
Typhoon Hagibis claimed a third cancellation this weekend with the call-off of Namibia-Canada, but the fixtures involving USA-Tong…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 18:28
Namibia vs Canada becomes third match to fall victim to Typhoon Hagibis
Following on from the cancellation of Saturday's games featuring England-France and New Zealand-Italy, Typhoon Hagibis has claimed…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 17:27
Mako Vunipola left praying for family in Tokyo while England hunkered down in Miyazaki
Eddie Jones' England squad escaped the Japanese typhoon by heading to Miyazaki, but it didn't stop players such as Mako Vunipola b…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 17:06
Ulster score five first-half tries to brush aside winless Southern Kings
Ulster left Southern Kings still looking for their first win in the Guinness PRO14 this season after running out convincing 42-17 …
Ian Cameron
12 Oct 2019, 13:50
Scarlets maintain unbeaten start to Guinness PRO14 season with Zebre rout
Impressive scrum-half Kieran Hardy scored two of his side’s eight tries as Scarlets continued their unbeaten start to the Guinne…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 13:10
Premiership Cup semi-finals decided
Sale, Harlequins, Exeter and Saracens have qualified for the Premiership Rugby Cup semi-finals.
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 13:06
'He is a very good referee and it's hard to argue at the moment, but it's pretty devastating to Bundee'
Ireland played 51 minutes of their win over Samoa with just 14 men following Bundee Aki's red card, a decision that Joe Schmidt ha…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 10:25
Ireland player ratings vs Samoa
Ireland needed a response following two shaky outings at the World Cup and they got it, their half-back partnership outclassing Sa…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2019, 9:56
Bundee Aki's red card spoils Ireland's comfortable progress to the quarter-finals
Ireland impressively got the job done early versus Samoa but the half-back inspired victory was marred by the red card that is set…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 9:25
World Rugby reveal another RWC game is officially under threat
World Rugby have revealed that another match is under threat thanks to the damage being wrought by Typhoon Hagibis.
Ian Cameron
12 Oct 2019, 7:55
Japan team training footage casts further doubt on Scotland game
Remarkable Japan team training footage has emerged that has cast further doubt on their crunch Pool A match with Scotland.
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 7:34
Recap: Ireland vs Samoa LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup match between Ireland versus Samoa in Fukuoka. Keep up to dat…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2019, 6:19
Munster the latest victms of a Cheetahs' mauling
The Cheetahs maintained their perfect start to the Guinness PRO14 with a comfortable 40-16 victory over Munster in Bloemfontein.
RugbyPass
12 Oct 2019, 5:59
Will Genia's Instagram message highlights how near the finish is for his stellar Test career
The long-serving Australian scrum-half has taken to social media to acknowledge that the end of his excellent international career…
Josh Raisey
12 Oct 2019, 5:41
Two England players among 5 high profile contract renewals at Gloucester
Gloucester Rugby announced five contract renewals during club's defeat at the hands of Bath Rugby last night.
RugbyPass
12 Oct 2019, 5:41
Bath recover from 24-0 down to stun Gloucester
Gloucester surrendered a 24-point lead as Bath fought back to win 26-24 in the Premiership Rugby Cup.
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 5:23
De Allende: Rugby has changed 'immensely' since 2015
It's only been four years, but Damien de Allende says rugby has changed immensely since the 2015 edition of the Rugby World Cup.
Ian Cameron
12 Oct 2019, 4:34
'You look at that 2003 picture and I'm the only black player... it's so nice now to see things are moving on'
The England squad chasing World Cup glory in Japan looks very different from the title-winning squad of 2003 where Jason Robinson …
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2019, 4:32
'If anyone has an A-Z on how to tackle Josua Tuisova, please send me it'
Six Nations champions Wales missed 25 tackles in their win over Fiji but defence coach Shaun Edwards isn't too concerned ahead of …
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 4:08
At least one dead as Typhoon Hagibis nears Tokyo - over one million told to evacuate
World Rugby have advised fans to only travel if 'absolutely necessary' as superstorm Typhoon Hagibis approaches Tokyo.
Ian Cameron
12 Oct 2019, 4:02
The Pacific Islands 'Lost XV' - Rugby World Cup edition
For years the Pacific Islands have provided the world with some of the best rugby players, but a problem that the nations have fac…
Josh Raisey
12 Oct 2019, 3:31
Stuart Hogg challenges Scotland to play biggest game of their lives
The Dark Blues are expected to face Japan on Sunday but a typhoon may derail their plans.
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 1:10
Michael Cheika responds to Eddie Jones as war of words breaks out ahead of quarter-final clash
The rivalry between Michael Cheika and Eddie Jones has reignited in the lead-up to a probable Australia-England sudden death showd…
Online Editors
12 Oct 2019, 1:09
Wallabies legend 'not convinced' by Matt To'omua as Australia's No. 10 woes remain
A Wallabies great believes Matt To'omua isn't the man to lead Australia into the World Cup knockout stages.
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 23:56
World Rugby to make decision 'soon' on Scotland match as typhoon threat grows
The Scots face elimination from the tournament if their fixture against Japan is cancelled.
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 22:19
Michael Cheika unapologetic about Wallabies' error-riddled World Cup win over Georgia
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika won't apologise for his unblinking commitment to ball-in-hand rugby in Japan.
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 19:18
Fans delighted the legendary Gorgodze gets to retire at RWC on his terms
Unlike Italy's Sergio Parisse whose farewell was ruined by match cancellation at the World Cup, Georgia’s Mamuka Gorgodze took h…
Josh Raisey
11 Oct 2019, 13:31
Super storm - World Rugby hit back at SRU's legal threat
A war of words has broken out between the Scottish Rugby Union and World Rugby over the typhoon threat to Sunday's Scotland versus…
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2019, 11:05
Schmidt's full circle, the estranged Aki/Henshaw combo, a bad Toner omen and more as Ireland put qualification on the line
RugbyPass runs the rule over Ireland ahead of their showdown with Samoa... the full circle Schmidt era, the estranged Aki/Henshaw …
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2019, 10:37
Tyrese Johnson-Fisher set for Bristol debut after American football sojourn
New Bristol Bears signing Tyrese Johnson-Fisher is set for his club debut after spending a season playing American football at Coa…
Alex Shaw
11 Oct 2019, 9:09
Australia player ratings vs Georgia
Australia player ratings from their 27-8 win over Georgia in Shizuoka, a result which will likely see them line up against England…
Alex Shaw
11 Oct 2019, 8:43
Safety first but World Rugby's lack of a contingency plan must be questioned - Andy Goode
People safety absolutely has to be paramount but it’s only natural to question World Rugby’s contingency plans when simply awa…
Andy Goode
11 Oct 2019, 8:33
Beale concussion a worry as Australia grind it out in the Shizuoka rain
Amid a deluge in Shizuoka, Australia eventually ground out their win over Georgia but the success came at the cost of seeing Kurtl…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 8:22
Scotland fans fire back at Eddie Jones over his 'no sympathy' jibe
Eddie Jones has ruffled Scottish feathers with his jibe about their qualification situation and how their hopes could be scuppered…
Josh Raisey
11 Oct 2019, 7:24
'My team is motivated by achieving something great, not avoiding embarrassment'
Having won all three of their games so far at the World Cup, Japan boss Jamie Joseph claims reports that a cancellation versus Sco…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 6:59
Recap: Australia vs Georgia LIVE | Rugby World Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the World Cup match between Australia versus Georgia in Shizuoka. Keep up t…
RugbyPass
11 Oct 2019, 5:57
Lions and Swys de Bruin go their separate ways
Life hasn't been easy for Swys de Bruin in 2019, the Golden Lions coach missing part of the Super Rugby campaign due to ill health…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 5:41
Why Jack Lam put country before club at his own personal expense to represent Samoa at RWC 2019
Tier one nation players don't know how lucky they are compared to the likes of 31-year-old Jack Lam who rejected a lucrative move …
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 5:19
Scotland make 12 changes and reveal a big decision about skipper Stuart McInally
Playing on Sunday following a run-out only last Wednesday versus Russia has had a major effect on Gregor Townsend's selection for …
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 5:02
Scots have had legal opinion - from a leading QC - that challenges World Rugby's participation agreement interpretation
World Rugby have been forced to call off two games on Saturday due to Super Typhoon Hagibism, leaving Scotland fighting tooth and …
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 4:40
Erasmus delivers fitness update on the all-important Cheslin Kolbe
With South Africa having 12 days between their last pool game and their quarter-final, Rassie Erasmus is putting this break to goo…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 4:21
Siale Piutau announces retirement - but could return for certain 'special occasions'
As it currently stands, Tongan captain Siale Piatua will play his final Test match on Sunday in Osaka when Tonga go to war with th…
Tom Vinicombe
11 Oct 2019, 3:35
Same old story in Premiership with Saracens' dominance set to continue
.Saracens launch their bid to win a third consecutive Premiership crown this season – but can anyone stop them from steamrolleri…
Online Editors
11 Oct 2019, 1:18
Thomas Ramos, who left the World Cup last week due to an ankle injury, could line up in the Top 14 this weekend
Thomas Ramos, who last week was replaced in France's Rugby World Cup squad because of injury, is set to be named to play for Stade…
Tom Vinicombe
11 Oct 2019, 0:58
Justin Tipuric to captain Wales for first time in final World Cup pool clash
Experienced loose forward Justin Tipuric will captain his country for the first time in his 69-test career.
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 23:36
Namibia's 20 years of World Cup misery could change this weekend against old foe
Namibia have competed in six Rugby World Cups but they're still yet to record even a sole win in 22 matches. That could all be abo…
Tom Vinicombe
10 Oct 2019, 23:13
World Rugby reacts to shock All Blacks cancellation claim
World Rugby has responded to reports that the All Blacks turned down the chance to play their final Rugby World Cup pool match aga…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 21:48
Fiji set for massive clash at beginning of 2020 Test season
When the Nations Championship died, it was wrongly assumed that Fiji's chances for a bigger slice of the Test rugby pie were scupp…
Tom Vinicombe
10 Oct 2019, 21:41
All Blacks could have played Italy but declined - report
The All Blacks could still have played their final Rugby World Cup pool game against Italy, but turned it down, according to multi…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 21:09
Complacency could cost Wallabies quarterfinal opportunities
David Pocock had a message for any Australian teammate whose mind might be drifting to typhoons or quarter-finals rather than the …
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 20:54
World Cup in court? Furious Scotland make incredible threat
The devastation of Typhoon Hagibis could send this already-chaotic World Cup into the court room is Scotland are denied the chance…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 20:46
Steve Hansen takes hilarious jab at Donald Trump in wake of typhoon drama
The All Blacks head coach's infamous wry sense of humour was on full display at a press conference on Thursday.
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 18:58
Jones suggests Scotland have only themselves to blame if Super Typhoon Hagibis knocks them out of RWC
Having qualified for the quarter-finals with a game to spare before their fixture with France was cancelled, England boss Eddie Jo…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 17:09
'Whatever transpires from now on, this has tainted the tournament'
Never work with animals, small babies and 1400km-wide biblically-sized typhoons. That old adage routinely does the rounds in live …
Owain Jones
10 Oct 2019, 13:20
Why there's still hope Ireland could win the Rugby World Cup
After their shock defeat to World Cup hosts Japan many will believe that the Irish are the proverbial duck dead in the water. Is i…
Teddy Parker
10 Oct 2019, 12:39
Super League newcomers preparing to renew contact with SBW once RWC is over
It was no April Fool's joke when All Black Sonny Bill Williams was linked earlier this year to a switch to a Canadian rugby league…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 12:13
Burger poses question ahead of 2021 Lions tour
Former Namibia captain Jacques Burger has made a suggestion that the British and Irish Lions face Namibia in the upcoming tour of …
Josh Raisey
10 Oct 2019, 11:54
Jerome Garces let Ken Owens off not once but twice
Wales and Fiji rarely disappoint at the Rugby World Cup, and the 2019 iteration of this long-standing rivalry certainly lived up t…
Paul Smith
10 Oct 2019, 11:05
Cockerill targets second successive away scalp
Richard Cockerill knows his Edinburgh side face a stern examination when they take on reigning champions Leinster but believes the…
RugbyPass
10 Oct 2019, 10:22
'He's perhaps in an easier position to talk about it now that he's out of rugby'
There is a rollercoaster of emotions that surrounds being a professional athlete.
You get the highs of winning matches and lift…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 10:06
Beers and beef on the weekend menu as game-free England get out of Tokyo
With Typhoon Hagibis set to rip through Tokyo, England have got out of the capital city and headed back to the Japanese hideaway w…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 9:43
English World Cup winner calls on stuttering Ireland to finally show what they have got
History has shown teams can still have a good World Cup campaign despite a devastating pool stage loss and a 2003 winner with Engl…
Liam Heagney
10 Oct 2019, 9:07
Radradra, ref chat and AWJ - 7 things we learned from Wales versus Fiji
Six tries, four disallowed tries, four yellow cards, six players leaving the field through injury and a human wrecking ball by the…
Owain Jones
10 Oct 2019, 7:52
Fans gutted that Sergio Parisse is bowing out off the field - not on it - due to Hagibis
Saturday's fixture versus New Zealand was expected to be Sergio Parisse's Test level swansong, but the cancellation of the match i…
Josh Raisey
10 Oct 2019, 7:45
'If New Zealand needed four or five points against us it would not have been cancelled... it's ridiculous'
Sergio Parisse was looking forward to Italy having a crack off New Zealand in their final pool match, but that opportunity has bee…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 7:12
Folau's latest court-lodged documents turns heat up on 2018 emails from Raelene Castle
With Israel Folau's sacking set to return to court on December 17 if mediation is unsuccessful, his latest court-lodged documents …
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 6:46
A history of cancelled rugby matches, from wild weather to political impasses
World Cup matches have been cancelled for the first time in the competition's history. There are only a handful of Tests - and som…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 6:25
The three-week RWC suspension that won't elapse until next February
Three-week suspensions are common currency at the World Cup in Japan but Canada's Josh Larsen curiously won't be able to play agai…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 5:57
Michael Hooper finally gets a rest for Wallabies as Rob Simmons notches tonne
Archetypal team man Rob Simmons will hit a 100-Test milestone in the low-key fashion he favours when the Wallabies complete their …
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 5:27
'Let's say you're looking out your hotel window on Sunday afternoon and it's sunny... it would be strange a game couldn't take place'
Super Typhoon Hagibis is preparing to wreak havoc across Japan’s eastern coast but Scotland boss Gregor Townsend insists a solut…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 5:25
'I saw the players' reaction after training and it was horrible... I feel bad'
Conor O'Shea took his team to train as normal on Thursday morning only to devastatingly find out later that Italy's match on Satur…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 4:54
Scottish Rugby release statement as bloodless typhoon elimination looms
New Zealand’s encounter against Italy in Toyota City has also been cancelled.
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 4:38
Ireland make eleven changes to face Samoa
Stuttering Ireland have made multiple changes to their team for the must-win encounter versus Samoa on Saturday, a selection that …
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 4:03
Losers all-round in World Cup cancellations - but biggest victims still to be decided
It's the outcome that no one was hoping for, but that many expected: two Rugby World Cup matches have been called off due to the i…
Tom Vinicombe
10 Oct 2019, 1:44
The worst Rugby World Cup ever? Fans question World Rugby's 'stupid' planning during Typhoon season
Fans vented on Twitter to express their outrage, asking World Rugby to 'take a bow' as the tournament reaches new levels of ridicu…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 0:31
England's World Cup clash with France officially called off due to Super Typhoon Hagibis
It means England will progress as Pool C winners and almost certainly face Australia in the quarter-finals.
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 23:10
Two matches called off by World Rugby, one still under clouds
Today, World Rugby announced that two major clashes have been called off at the 2019 Rugby World Cup due to the impending threat o…
Tom Vinicombe
09 Oct 2019, 23:10
Wallabies divided? Recent debutant's mother infiltrated Folau's church
The mother of a World Cup Wallaby infiltrated Israel Folau's church to reveal the "truth" about its teachings.
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 22:36
Is it time to expand The Rugby Championship to include Fiji and Japan?
The question is how much of their own power would SANZAAR nations be willing to forgo to expand The Rugby Championship to include …
Ben Smith
09 Oct 2019, 21:44
Russia had barely a year to prepare to play the likes of Ireland and Scotland
Coping with the pace of tier one nations has been the biggest struggle for Russia's players at the Rugby World Cup, but the fact t…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 21:04
Ma'a Nonu confirms he is leaving the Blues but he isn't done with pro rugby yet
Ma'a Nonu's fleeting return to New Zealand rugby has come to an end, with the midfielder set to continue his career in the United …
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 18:11
England centre Henry Slade issues response to French prop's death threat
Les Blues are still seething at their 44-8 Six Nations defeat at Twickenham in February and Setiano expressed the team’s anguish…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 17:58
Leo: 'Fiji have outgrown the Pacific Nations Cup'
Former Samoa international and director of the Pacific Rugby Players Welfare Dan Leo has said that Fiji must play in either the Ru…
Josh Raisey
09 Oct 2019, 14:30
The English Toulon? Sale Sharks player depth encapsulated in remarkable Tweet
With one week to go until the Gallagher Premiership rugby season starts, Sale Sharks are the team that are showing the most promis…
Josh Raisey
09 Oct 2019, 13:20
Rugby World Cup power rankings: Week three's movers and shakers
RugbyPass' Rugby World Cup power rankings from week three of the tournament in Japan, where a number of teams secured their places…
Alex Shaw
09 Oct 2019, 12:18
Former All Black Malakai Fekitoa primed to make his Wasps debut
Malakai Fekitoa could well have been in Japan representing the All Blacks this month but for the 2017 switch to Europe that is now…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 12:08
Four-year ban given to English grassroots player for doping
The RFU has severely punished a grassroots player in England for failing a doping test after his urine sample returned adverse ana…
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 11:46
Dan Biggar to miss World Cup clash with Uruguay and possibly quarter-finals
Dan Biggar is out of contention for Wales’ final World Cup group game against Uruguay on Sunday.
Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 11:45
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