World Rugby has confirmed the new qualification process for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 that will increase preparation time and open up more opportunities for teams aspiring to be involved in the game’s marquee event.
The challenges of the Pacific Islands nations, as well as Chile, Georgia, Uruguay, Namibia and Romania are acute but help is at hand
Benetton have confirmed the contract extension of Italian back row Sebastian Negri, who will be playing his rugby in Treviso until at least June 30, 2028.
Last weekend’s Six Nations action managed to showcase some superb athletes and a few highly entertaining flashes, but not a single scoreline which suggests competitiveness. That's why we need Scotland versus Italy in Round 4.
Joe Worsley, the England World Cup winner, is revelling in Georgia’s historic victory over Italy in Batumi, but the Lelos defence coach is acutely aware of the work that still needs to be done before they are included in the Six Nations
Six Nations chief executive Ben Morel continues to rule out relegation from the championship in the belief that Italy’s dismal record does not threaten its credibility. Italy have failed to win a game in the tournament since dispatching Scotland 22-19 in 2015 and have never finished higher than fourth, an achievement they last managedSix Nations chief executive Ben Morel continues to rule out relegation from the championship in the belief that the dismal Italy record does not threaten its credibility. Italy have failed to win a game in the tournament since dispatching Scotland 22-19 in 2015 and have never finished higher than fourth, an achievement they last managed nine
The Azzurri are going with youth as they seek their first Six Nations win since 2015
After four rounds of Super Rugby AU, a number of last year’s history-making Junior Wallabies squad have stood up and made their presence known on the national stage. One such player is the former skipper, Fraser McReight.
Italy haven't had the smoothest of journeys in the Guinness Six Nations, though there is growing evidence that they can turn it around in the coming years.