Some experienced heads have called time on illustrious Crusaders careers ahead of the 2025 DHL Super Rugby Pacific season.
Following the NSW Waratahs’ poor season in 2024, new coach Dan McKellar will take charge of a new-look squad.
Round six of the Gallagher Premiership promises to deliver another thrilling weekend of action, with teams looking to solidify their positions ahead of a break before the Test rugby returns in November.
Ulster head coach Richie Murphy has named his team for the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 6 match against Cardiff on Saturday - with no sign of hooker Rob Herring in the squad.
South Africa wings Canan Moodie and Makazole Mapimpi have been selected to start for their respective Currie Cup sides this weekend after being released by the Springboks.
Crusaders coaches Scott Robertson and James Marshall have provided injury updates on two key players following the title holders’ big win over the Brumbies on Friday.
James Lowe said that he was expecting a verbal backlash of some sorts on the field from the All Blacks and they didn't disappoint.
Ireland wing James Lowe is already relishing the prospect of locking horns with some of his best friends as he prepares to face his native New Zealand for the first time.